tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post8252911079128859726..comments2024-03-27T18:27:40.013-07:00Comments on Meditations of my Heart: "Coppa-head!"Martha Jane Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-57169325956688555032013-08-10T10:17:37.788-07:002013-08-10T10:17:37.788-07:00Snakes have never been on my list of favorite crea...Snakes have never been on my list of favorite creatures, although there are so many that are helpful to the environment and aren't poisonous, so, perhaps, some of my fear is irrational.<br />And, that dream Lisa Marie interpreted for you? Ooh! Made me shudder! Satan does come at us in many different forms.<br />Thank you for praying always! Our shield is definitely God's Word!<br />Love and blessings!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-46353309928255791312013-08-09T23:19:42.775-07:002013-08-09T23:19:42.775-07:00I've seen snakes in the zoo but the first time...I've seen snakes in the zoo but the first time I saw one was in the novitiate. It was so scary... I'd often think how I would respond to an emergency of a snake bite...<br /><br />The most dangerous creatures we encounter in Manila are thieves and hold-uppers. In a dream Lisa Marie interpreted for me, the devil was in the form of a wolf...<br /><br />I pray with you. May the Lord continue to protect us and guide us. Our shield is the Word of God.<br /><br />Lots of love to you Martha.Melissa Tandochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13747825707650125721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-23360081127076297182013-07-31T18:04:11.635-07:002013-07-31T18:04:11.635-07:00Debra, that is an incredibly powerful, meaningful,...Debra, that is an incredibly powerful, meaningful, and telling dream. Yes, the deceivers multiply and their dark forces seem to be gathering strength, even though there are so many of us shining the light of the Lord into the world. I know that, when all is said and done, Jesus will have the victory, but the times of tribulation facing us will definitely be a test of our faith and hope.<br />I will give that most important message to Virginia. There are "snakes in the grass" in every facet of our society. Knowing that our Savior loves us and wants us to walk with Him alone will give her all the strength and resolve she needs.<br />Blessings, dear friend!<br />Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-57879442052587206842013-07-31T17:58:28.083-07:002013-07-31T17:58:28.083-07:00Thanks so much, Irene, for dropping by today.
Your...Thanks so much, Irene, for dropping by today.<br />Your reaction to the snake photos is like those of all the others who left comments. I think I shook things up a bit, but never meant to scare to the point of shrieking. As I commented above, I'd NEVER be able to hold a camera still to get a photo of a snake; I'd be running in the other direction asap!<br />And, dangers are everywhere, even when we least expect them. So glad that God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present hope in times of trouble.<br />Glad you enjoyed the reflection and prayer, dear one, and thank you for the blessings!<br />Blessings to you!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-49836026750318486152013-07-31T17:54:29.811-07:002013-07-31T17:54:29.811-07:00I'm glad I could do this, too, Janu, but I'...I'm glad I could do this, too, Janu, but I'm not at all comfortable with the snaky creatures. When I returned to the park to take some photos of the swings, etc., my legs felt like jelly just thinking a snake could be lurking around the bend!<br />Thanks so much for visiting, my friend!<br />Blessings always!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-8915460920092763262013-07-31T17:38:49.238-07:002013-07-31T17:38:49.238-07:00I’ll never forget the snake dream I had years ago....I’ll never forget the snake dream I had years ago. Looking out from an upstairs window I noticed a few speckled snakes scattered about the yard near dusk. By nightfall, they’d multiplied, covering the ground so thick you couldn’t walk, like a carpet of serpents. A metaphor of the growing darkness and deception. I’ve always known this about the dream. When Virginia Rose is older, explain to her about deception, and how rampant it is growing. She’ll not only need to understand about the physical danger of copperheads, but the spiritual nature of deception. How it is on the increase these days. How it impedes our “walk.” Debrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02273349436461781371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-18320891167721030462013-07-31T12:30:27.281-07:002013-07-31T12:30:27.281-07:00Oh my God, Martha. I found myself shrieking at the...Oh my God, Martha. I found myself shrieking at the snake photos. In real life, I'd most definitely faint at the sight of a snake...<br /><br />So true that danger is everywhere and comes in different forms. But thank God, by asking for His Mighty shield and protection, we are kept safe from such dangers.<br /><br />Thank you for the wonderful reflections and for the beautiful prayer, Martha! God bless you and Virginia Rose and everyone in your family! <3 :-)Irenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10328342211129410370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-33558076452355901752013-07-31T10:06:31.062-07:002013-07-31T10:06:31.062-07:00You had the presence of mind to steer clear of tha...You had the presence of mind to steer clear of that place. Some people will be scared and in turn, will scare the kids who are with them. Glad you were able to explain Virginia the dangers the way she could understand. :)JANUhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06983287092498427967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-42292908117444571452013-07-31T09:40:39.922-07:002013-07-31T09:40:39.922-07:00Oh, dear, Brenda, didn't want to give you nigh...Oh, dear, Brenda, didn't want to give you nightmares! Truthfully, just seeing a snake makes my heart stop and my legs go all wobbly.<br />Thanks for commenting even though I ruined your day. So sorry!<br />Blessings to you!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-30421267427077704932013-07-31T09:39:03.047-07:002013-07-31T09:39:03.047-07:00It was scary, Corinne! And, Virginia's curios...It was scary, Corinne! And, Virginia's curiosity is boundless. She amazes me by what she wants to learn about.<br />Thanks so much for coming by!<br />Blessings, my friend!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-30002895744898644902013-07-31T08:59:37.531-07:002013-07-31T08:59:37.531-07:00Ewwww! I share Indiana Jone's fear of snakes....Ewwww! I share Indiana Jone's fear of snakes. Just ewww! I am still writing and blogging,just catching my breath. I shall have nightmares all day now that I have seen this pictures! :-)brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05480258485472568272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-68419576202610485842013-07-31T08:43:52.182-07:002013-07-31T08:43:52.182-07:00Oh my that's scary alright, Martha. I love lit...Oh my that's scary alright, Martha. I love little Virginia Rose's curiosity! Corinne Rodrigueshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11142098428026084994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-8255636284924728592013-07-30T12:40:55.120-07:002013-07-30T12:40:55.120-07:00Snakes scare me, too, Me! As I stated above, I di...Snakes scare me, too, Me! As I stated above, I did NOT take the snake photos, nor would I be able to hold a camera still enough if one were that close.<br />Thanks for visiting today, and glad you enjoyed the post and the photos.<br />Blessings to you!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-73447041611203412362013-07-30T11:04:53.040-07:002013-07-30T11:04:53.040-07:00OMG... now this was some post:/
Snakes scare me l...OMG... now this was some post:/<br /><br />Snakes scare me like hell !<br /><br />Lovely photographs I must say, they are amazing.Privy Trifleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05317530852098436444noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-52716457823639967072013-07-30T09:30:30.353-07:002013-07-30T09:30:30.353-07:00I took the photos of everything BUT the snakes, Sa...I took the photos of everything BUT the snakes, Sandra. Those are from Google. If I'd seen a snake when I had my camera, I'd be shaking too much to even get a shot. :)<br />And, I'm with you in the "eww" department when it comes to these critters.<br />Thanks so much for coming by today!<br />Blessings to you!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-63019703609865787202013-07-30T09:28:32.585-07:002013-07-30T09:28:32.585-07:00My fears run right alongside yours, Chris. When I...My fears run right alongside yours, Chris. When I returned to the park to take some photos for this post, my legs felt like jelly as I expected to see a snake any minute. Luckily, I didn't; the snake pics are from Google.<br />Thanks so much for visiting my friend!<br />Blessings to you!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-3050081511936514912013-07-30T09:24:30.782-07:002013-07-30T09:24:30.782-07:00Oh, that's a scary story right there, Amy! Ju...Oh, that's a scary story right there, Amy! Just so glad the little guy wasn't bitten.<br />Thanks so much for coming by today!<br />Blessings to you!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-62460784530040930882013-07-30T08:31:29.261-07:002013-07-30T08:31:29.261-07:00Eww, eww, eww. Did you take those pictures?
I lov...Eww, eww, eww. Did you take those pictures?<br /><br />I love your application, but I'm still ewwing...<br /><br />We don't have copperheads here in Michigan, thank goodness, but we do have rattlesnakes that are pretty shy. Though they do like wetlands, and we have this pond that's developed in our field from a broken county drain...<br /><br />Amy, your story has totally freaked me out!Sandra Heska Kinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13770393615748405966noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-91049238273489360662013-07-30T05:43:32.686-07:002013-07-30T05:43:32.686-07:00Yeah. Snakes cause an unsettling in me as well, M...Yeah. Snakes cause an unsettling in me as well, Martha. Not sure if this is based on fact, however I've heard from various sources over the course of my life that we are not born with any fear except two:<br />We have an innate fear of snakes and spiders. When I say spiders I don't mean tiny ones or daddy long legs.<br /><br />I'm talkin' big fury ones. I do my best NOT to be fearful of those big ones but I must say that my skin DOES crawl when I see one.<br />--<br />ChrisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-28374527062164496472013-07-30T04:59:17.745-07:002013-07-30T04:59:17.745-07:00When my son, Thomas, was 2 or 3 he was visiting hi...When my son, Thomas, was 2 or 3 he was visiting his grandparents in south Ga. They kept a cover over a sandbox in the back of the yard. Thomas had gone out there by himself, lifted off the cover and came running back. "Nake, nake!" Sure enough, it was a copperhead. He never lifted the cover by himself again!Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09101430849703892667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-68060110355434087412013-07-30T04:28:30.773-07:002013-07-30T04:28:30.773-07:00Nor mine as you can tell from this post. :)
Thanks...Nor mine as you can tell from this post. :)<br />Thanks so much for visiting today, Glynn, and blessings to you!Martha Jane Orlandohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11620499267401065780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9009456656795153408.post-15404709811460353412013-07-30T04:06:21.106-07:002013-07-30T04:06:21.106-07:00Snakes - definitely not my most favorite thing in ...Snakes - definitely not my most favorite thing in the world.Glynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10802111972232088511noreply@blogger.com