tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post3788499035590690107..comments2023-05-25T04:43:27.212-07:00Comments on Gina Stoneheart: The Christmas SpiritAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-26729867218419449632014-01-01T07:50:50.443-08:002014-01-01T07:50:50.443-08:00Me too. :)Me too. :)Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-64910764210288310862014-01-01T06:02:35.503-08:002014-01-01T06:02:35.503-08:00It's sad when the people who should matter mos...It's sad when the people who should matter most in our lives just can't seem to be courageous and mature enough to fix what needs to be done; especially within the family. I hope your brother learns to take a deep look inside and reevaluate his faults. Our lives would be so much easier if the people we depended on for comfort, love and support were intelligent and understanding enough to see how important relationships within our own kin really are. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-62955150447087905472013-12-31T12:41:08.293-08:002013-12-31T12:41:08.293-08:00Well said, Gina. I wish my half-brother the best d...Well said, Gina. I wish my half-brother the best deep in my heart, and I have prayed that he would fix his life, but a part of me still can't forgive him for the damage he caused to me, my mom, and to my sister. I think it would be easier to forgive him if he had changed, but he is the same man as when I was a child. Maybe I will forgive him one day. When I'm old and grey. hahaChrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-4003202385776004162013-12-31T12:35:21.343-08:002013-12-31T12:35:21.343-08:00And Happy New Year!!And Happy New Year!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-75503064398016551402013-12-31T12:34:12.731-08:002013-12-31T12:34:12.731-08:00Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, Chrys...Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, Chrys. Your words mean a lot to both my mother and me. <br />Forgiveness is a very hard gift for many people to give to others. I've held onto grudges, like yourself, but have since learned that the best way for me to move on with my life is to forgive. Although I am still growing and learning as a human being, I do find it hard at times to let go of the past. I will get there someday and I'm sure you will to. Because when we truly forgive, we set ourselves free. A freedom which I once held onto when I used to drink to forget instead of living and breathing to forgive. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-26129873193569304482013-12-31T07:48:27.959-08:002013-12-31T07:48:27.959-08:00I am late reading this one, but the message is sti...I am late reading this one, but the message is still wonderful even after Christmas. I am so happy that your mom was able to enjoy the company of her loved ones this Christmas, and that her soul is still shining brightly and with purpose. Your mother's story is truly life changing, even to those of us who don't suffer from alcoholism. The strength the two of you show is remarkable. We can all grow from your message. <br /><br />I believed your step-father will forgive your mom someday. In his own time and on his terms. I think forgiveness is always the toughest things for us to do when someone hurts us. Lord knows I have held onto grudges, but in the case with my half-brother there comes a point when forgetting and forgiving is impossible. And cutting them out of our life is for the better. <br /><br />Anyway, this was a beautiful post. Thank you once again for sharing! <br /><br />HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-78215408962697057102013-12-31T04:51:07.253-08:002013-12-31T04:51:07.253-08:00Thank you, Sandra. Indeed it was!Thank you, Sandra. Indeed it was!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-8061207473142463812013-12-30T15:14:59.706-08:002013-12-30T15:14:59.706-08:00I'm glad this 26th was so much better than las...I'm glad this 26th was so much better than last year.Sandra Coxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814573408898140885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-41842217125219538402013-12-28T18:23:13.579-08:002013-12-28T18:23:13.579-08:00It is quite incredible; the power God demonstrates...It is quite incredible; the power God demonstrates as he places certain people in our lives at such pivotal moments. I know what you mean about not trying to educate those who live within their own mindset. I understand this completely because I was once one of those people. However, as we continue to follow in the footsteps of the Creator, I'm sure others will follow. Because it's in our destiny, my friend, to take the hands of our loved ones as well as those we barely know but need our help...and show them a new way, a better way, and ultimately, the only way to live a truly beautiful and blessed life. <br />Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and kindness here as always. You, too, are an inspiration to me=)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-60224984072283581412013-12-27T19:28:43.850-08:002013-12-27T19:28:43.850-08:00This was lovely, Gina...as usual. Upbeat, inspiri...This was lovely, Gina...as usual. Upbeat, inspiring, hopeful. It's amazing how God works through others, isn't it? I thought of that when I read about your Lovely L as she graces your family with a spirit that swells with some renewed vigour and an aura that brings some sort of calm. I truly hope that she does bring a new dimension to your dad's (mis)understanding of alcoholism. I mean, many people don't care what it is, as long as their loved one is healthy and sober. I don't try to educate those who are set in their ways, so I just show by example of what a recovered alcoholic can look like. Following spiritual principles and following the nudgings of the Creator, I pray that I may do His work and will, and not mine. And you do that here, Gina. You are a vessel for God and you do wonderful work. You are a beacon, as is your mother, and you both shine. <br /><br />Thank you for sharing this...what a wonderful message :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />PaulAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-59889193072539149132013-12-27T18:20:43.800-08:002013-12-27T18:20:43.800-08:00Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, Bever...Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, Beverly. We know this is only the beginning as there is much work to be done. Even if we've helped to save at least one or two lives, my heart will be forever gracious. Because it's opportunities such as these that can turn the darkness to light and change a death sentence into a new life.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-1792007963258358872013-12-27T18:14:27.967-08:002013-12-27T18:14:27.967-08:00I'm so sorry to hear about your dear friend, B...I'm so sorry to hear about your dear friend, Beverly. I remember you mentioning her before and she actually crosses my mind when I think about the lives we have lost to this horrible disease. I know we can't force people to change their ways but hopefully our stories can help pave enlightenment for those who are being lead into the dark.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-16109577313027455552013-12-27T18:10:49.206-08:002013-12-27T18:10:49.206-08:00Dawn, this means so much to my mother and me. Than...Dawn, this means so much to my mother and me. Thank you for sharing. She was just talking about how grateful she is to be here spending added quality time with everyone. You know how much we all love to laugh until it hurts:) Best memories ever.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-70404504082313101792013-12-27T18:08:06.553-08:002013-12-27T18:08:06.553-08:00Thank you, Kelly! I really hope so too because thi...Thank you, Kelly! I really hope so too because this is the greatest give we can give to other people. Merry After Christmas!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14498810090279251726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-62010532846580682013-12-27T10:43:15.262-08:002013-12-27T10:43:15.262-08:00What a beautiful and inspiring post! I am so happ...What a beautiful and inspiring post! I am so happy for you and your mother and this wonderful blessing you've had. Yes, alcoholism and drug addiction are diseases, and it's destroyed so many beautiful people's lives. But there is always hope to turn things around. And your story is an encouragement for those still struggling.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-62467206730643683332013-12-27T09:15:54.222-08:002013-12-27T09:15:54.222-08:00Lovely insights here, and how wonderful your mothe...Lovely insights here, and how wonderful your mother received a new liver and has been able to turn her life around.<br /><br />Alcoholism is a very destructive disease, even if the person is a "happy drunk" and functions well at work, etc. and there don't SEEM to be any serious issues. One of the dearest friends was the daughter of one such... she became an alcoholic herself, and lost her life last year, when she was only 43. Yes, she was an adult and responsible for her own choices, but what she learned at her father's knee DID make up a part of her behavior.Beverly Diehlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00392288953821757887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-37652509111701852442013-12-27T08:06:57.842-08:002013-12-27T08:06:57.842-08:00Of course this made me cry... Tears of joy more th...Of course this made me cry... Tears of joy more than any other. God is GOOD! All the time. Even when we don't see it. Thanks to Him and all the prayers, that your mom is here today. I'm so blessed that I've been able to see her and spend quality time talking about memories & laughing until it hurts. DeeMariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09535922017962913995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-387125771932762199.post-38541653302022927942013-12-27T03:34:24.643-08:002013-12-27T03:34:24.643-08:00That was beautiful, Gina. I hope people will learn...That was beautiful, Gina. I hope people will learn from your story and your mother's. And it's really great that you want to help others. Merry After Christmas to you!Kelly Hashwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13936313159809041986noreply@blogger.com