tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post2930364771945684050..comments2023-06-28T08:34:35.859-04:00Comments on Reading, Writing, and the Stuff In-Between: Beth Vogt and Free Books!Trish Perryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14983379845476025642noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-1598093431744492032018-05-18T12:39:47.033-04:002018-05-18T12:39:47.033-04:00I don’t have a biological sister but I have a step...I don’t have a biological sister but I have a step sister. Our relationship is complicated but as we grow older we know what role we play. I know it will only get harder as our parents age and neither of us lives very close. I don’t have a daughter either but 2 adult sons. Most days I am grateful for that and live without the “girl drama.” I can’t imagine a twin losing her twin, I’ve always heard that twins are closely connected. Comgrats on the new FICTION book!<br />perrianne(Dot)askew(AT)me(DOT)com<br />PerrianneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-19946710290948195572018-05-15T11:12:33.913-04:002018-05-15T11:12:33.913-04:00Hi, Trish: My middle daughter is moving across cou...Hi, Trish: My middle daughter is moving across country in just a few weeks and my other daughters are going to miss their sister so much (not to mention me!) <br />Rebecca: I understand about wounds that seem to deep to be healed. This is when we trust our hurts, our heartaches to God. It doesn't mean that we don't mourn, that we don't miss what we've lost -- but I know that God's comfort is always available. <br />Arletta: You so aptly described the seasons that sisters can go through -- and that friends can be sisters-of-the-heart, too.Beth K. Vogthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12135226409762011300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-25732338423996090462018-05-15T10:25:15.097-04:002018-05-15T10:25:15.097-04:00Rebecca, that's heartbreaking. I pray God knit...Rebecca, that's heartbreaking. I pray God knits your family back together and draws everyone close to Him.<br /><br />The rough patches Arletta and others speak of here are often, I believe, the result of what Beth describes above--circumstances can overwhelm us and bring out the gut-level honesty that can sometimes create rifts between sisters, mothers, and daughters. But a sister who is also a friend--what a gift that is, right?Trish Perryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983379845476025642noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-79539902507908439832018-05-14T22:24:17.550-04:002018-05-14T22:24:17.550-04:00I have three sisters and we go through season - so...I have three sisters and we go through season - sometimes we're best friends and sometimes we need a bit of space! I have three daughters and I have always encouraged them to be friends. There were some rough patches but they all love to spend time together now. I love that they are friends just as much as they are sisters.<br />arletta(dot)boulton(at)gmail(dot)comarlettahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16976964775581513359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-92186592334103678412018-05-14T21:22:38.682-04:002018-05-14T21:22:38.682-04:00My email is rdewey17@yahoo(dot)comMy email is rdewey17@yahoo(dot)comRebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03812652422540291983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-73654014873525384962018-05-14T20:53:17.934-04:002018-05-14T20:53:17.934-04:00My sister and I are 2 years apart, and at one were...My sister and I are 2 years apart, and at one were as close as 2 sisters could be. Almost 10 years ago her and her family walked away from serving God. Our relationship did not change all at once, but slowly,painfully over several years things designated. Today we talk but rarely and our relationship reminds me of a wound that will never heal. Phone calls and texts are rarely returned. At one time I would have said there were no "things that we never told each other". But today I continue to hope and pray that the sister I once knew, returns.Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03812652422540291983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-46151965320741136892018-05-14T20:20:20.605-04:002018-05-14T20:20:20.605-04:00I had two sisters, one of whom passed away quite a...I had two sisters, one of whom passed away quite a few years ago. I miss her so much. My remaining sister and I are only two years apart in age, which meant we fought all the time as teens but are very close now. We now live on opposite sides of the country, and I pray she'll end up moving nearer some day! Kelly, I think that's wonderful, that you seek to fill the void you fill by possibly fostering. There's such a need out there! <br /><br />It's wonderful hearing about the different relationships you all have with your sisters and/or daughters. Keep the comments coming! Thanks, Beth, for stopping by when you can.Trish Perryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983379845476025642noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-55274978060602674632018-05-14T20:07:27.160-04:002018-05-14T20:07:27.160-04:00Hi, Kerri: It's wonderful how technology allow...Hi, Kerri: It's wonderful how technology allows us to stay close with family and friends who don't live near us, isn't it?<br />Cathy: I'm so intrigued by your comment -- that you're involved with rescue dogs! Such an admirable occupation. I'm sure you have lots of stories you could share.<br />Dianne: How wonderful that you and your sister are best friends. All the different comments are proving that sister relationships are intriguing, aren't they?<br />Hi, Genny: I love your approach with your sons. I also wanted my son to have a good relationships with his sisters -- and he does. He wasn't crazy when they used to sing in the car during long trips, though. ;o)<br />Hi, Katie: Thanks for saying you love my books -- every author loves to hear that! And yes, age difference definitely affects relationships between sisters.<br />Hi, Anonymous: It's wonderful to have special memories to cherish, isn't it? As a parent, when my children were growing up, one of my goal was to tuck special memories in their "pockets."<br />Hi, Kelly: I understand your desire to have a daughter in some other way -- maybe even a daughter-in-law. I call my daughters' husbands my sons-in-love. My son is getting married and his wife will be my daughter-in-love.Beth K. Vogthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12135226409762011300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-15442984325466405912018-05-14T19:39:40.078-04:002018-05-14T19:39:40.078-04:00Kind of bummed. I don't have any sisters nor d...Kind of bummed. I don't have any sisters nor daughters. I have an older brother and one son. I'll be honest, I pray I might get to Foster some day. It is a done deal as long as my husband is on board. <br />kellyblackwellwrites@gmail.comKelly Blackwellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14114157685843686254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-15168934502671718242018-05-14T16:57:33.589-04:002018-05-14T16:57:33.589-04:00My sister was my best friend. She was my maid of h...My sister was my best friend. She was my maid of honor. She loved being an aunt to my sons. She is with the Lord now. I am thankful for all the memories I have to treasure.<br />I am an email subscriber of your blog Trish.<br />marypopmom (at) yahoo (dot) com<br />MaryannAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-91168100642593663102018-05-14T16:56:58.475-04:002018-05-14T16:56:58.475-04:00I have a sister and we were not close growing up b...I have a sister and we were not close growing up but did get dlose when I became an adult. There are almost 6 years between us. We now live very different lives and struggle to relate to one another. I also have 2 daughters. There is 7 years between them, so I hope they are closer than the age gap would naturally lead them. I was a single mom for a long time and my oldest was very excited to finally get a sibling! I love Beth's books and can't wait to read this! katie07edgar(at)gmail(dot)com Katie Andersenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09240704433277713598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-10585371229714996312018-05-14T15:56:12.660-04:002018-05-14T15:56:12.660-04:00I don't have sisters or daughters, but I have ...I don't have sisters or daughters, but I have sons. And, I do pray for their relationship and encourage them to support each other in their interests and not to fuss with each other. A friend of mine used to tell her boys they could be best enemies or best friends. She always tried to help them see that friends would come and go, but they would always have each other. I always thought that was a great approach and have tried to do the same with my boys. My email is gewynn[at]hotmail[dot]com. Thank you!Gennynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-17698326642217626132018-05-14T15:54:59.660-04:002018-05-14T15:54:59.660-04:00I have one sister and she is my best friend. We li...I have one sister and she is my best friend. We live in different states, but we get together often and talk every day.<br />diannekc8(at)gmail(dot)comdiannekchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01001841784219212036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-84840749347278789792018-05-14T15:32:24.927-04:002018-05-14T15:32:24.927-04:00MJSH: So fun to see you here! And yes, I think it ...MJSH: So fun to see you here! And yes, I think it is so wise to pray for our daughters' relationships. Things I Never Told You is dedicated to my three daughters.<br />Erin: Yes, life can get in the way of sister relationships. My middle daughter is moving across country and I know her sisters will miss her so much!<br />Karen: Yes, we have to choose to work through issues -- but sometimes it isn't possible based on choices everyone makes ... so you wait and pray and hope for the future.<br />Ah, Kim, so you got to be the big sister to your brother(s)! <br />Hi, Library Lady: How fun to have twin granddaughters! I find twins intriguing, especially since I am one.Beth K. Vogthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12135226409762011300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-64536592426879924422018-05-14T15:30:07.859-04:002018-05-14T15:30:07.859-04:00I am also a blog subscriber. As always, I enjoyed...I am also a blog subscriber. As always, I enjoyed the interview and appreciate the opportunity to learn more about new books. Interesting subject matter in the book but I personally only have had my husband and female rescue dogs as companions, not sisters or children. dobeworld at sbcglobal dot net Cathynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-75719633852003553982018-05-14T15:29:36.011-04:002018-05-14T15:29:36.011-04:00I have two sisters and they are my best friends. I...I have two sisters and they are my best friends. I don’t live close to them (I’m in NY and they are in MI), but we talk and text all the time. They are my biggest supporters and I know I can always count on them.<br />Ktw8292 at gmail dot comKerrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16881270978438712722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-13410768106298425002018-05-14T15:21:39.130-04:002018-05-14T15:21:39.130-04:00I'm the oldest of 2 sisters.
They treat me as...I'm the oldest of 2 sisters. <br />They treat me as if I was 95, which I'm not. When I do get older, I know without a shadow of a doubt, they will take care of me.<br />We have identical twin grand-daughters who are 24. One is married and the other one is soon to be married.<br />Life surely is interesting when you have a big family.<br />Janet E.<br />von1janet(at)gmail(dot)comLibrary Ladyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04453047929043510049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-52549260008076896302018-05-14T15:13:03.866-04:002018-05-14T15:13:03.866-04:00Only girl and the oldest. cheetahthecat1986ATgmail...Only girl and the oldest. cheetahthecat1986ATgmailDOTcomkim hansenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12951846304316134717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-5909299622387683882018-05-14T15:05:30.300-04:002018-05-14T15:05:30.300-04:00I have three sisters, and we love each other throu...I have three sisters, and we love each other through thick and thin! Complications come and go, but we know that our family is eternal, so we always try to work through our issues.<br /><br />mylittlebirdiebooks [at] gmail [dot] comKarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17332173522165935035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-78947214902584615742018-05-14T14:51:49.354-04:002018-05-14T14:51:49.354-04:00I would love to win! I have 2 sisters - 1 older an...I would love to win! I have 2 sisters - 1 older and 1 younger. We have a pretty good relationship for the most part, though we don't talk nearly as often as we used to (life just gets in the way). Growing up, my older sister (3 years older) was the person I always looked up to and I considered her my best friend. My younger sister is 8 years younger, so it's only been recently that we've been in the same "life stage" and been able to connect. Not sure what I would do without my sisters!Musings by Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05232889612672680740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-30267326593075077412018-05-14T14:38:31.768-04:002018-05-14T14:38:31.768-04:00Forgot my email - mindyhoung AT msn DOT com Forgot my email - mindyhoung AT msn DOT com MJSHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01882770313220588622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6882268403920558613.post-78509847490711012972018-05-14T14:37:56.119-04:002018-05-14T14:37:56.119-04:00I don’t have sisters but have three daughters. I’m...I don’t have sisters but have three daughters. I’m praying for their lifelong friendship. I’m trying to encourage them to listen to each other and act in love. MJSHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01882770313220588622noreply@blogger.com