Dear family and friends around the world,
Finally, a blog to post family news and articles I have written for you to taste a slice of our lives and learn about more Jordan and the Middle East.
I will be approving comments before they appear on the screen. I hope there will we people from many nations and faiths commenting, and at times we may disagree, so I ask you follow the teachings of the Apostle Paul “Let your conversations be full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.” Colossians 4:9. Yup, the goal is grace-filled, tasty dialogue.
I’m thanking God for each of you as I send the email out. I hope to have the first post up tomorrow!
In His gracious grip,
Wendy
wendy! this is great! i look forward to checking it out from time to time!
Comment by tom — December 12, 2006 @ 2:40 pm
Tom!! Welcome! Please visit anytime. Danke fur alles!
Comment by wendywrites — December 12, 2006 @ 4:40 pm
Hi! I couldn’t read the articles ~ clicked on them, but got nothing.. I’m not “blog” savvy yet.. but will try another day!!
Comment by Mary — December 12, 2006 @ 9:50 pm
Wendy, thanks for letting me know! I already have your page bookmarked and look forward to staying in touch and up to date. Thank you!
Comment by Alethea — December 13, 2006 @ 12:12 am
Hey hey Mary! GREAT TO SEE YOU! I SO know how you feel, I may be semi-savvy at blogging but a true technosaur at all else ‘computer’. I bet Meghan could do it…
Alethea, you were one of the first I thought of to add to the list after our conversations when you visited Jordan. Say hi to everyone for us!
Comment by wendywrites — December 13, 2006 @ 11:30 am
Wendy,
You are stretching me with my computer capabilities, but am happy that it is to keep up with your writing. Look forward to trying the “blog thing” Say hi to hubby and the kids! Kristi
Comment by Kristi — December 14, 2006 @ 5:18 am
Kristi!! Great to see your name! He-he, I’m laughing about stretching your capabilities, I’ve learned more than I thought I ever wanted to know about computers because of the ‘blog-thing’…I think we need to get moving before our boys pull us into it! VERY fun to see them emailing…pleae excuse my son’s bad spelling!
Comment by wendywrites — December 14, 2006 @ 7:11 am
Mabruuk, ya Wendy, with your blog, from Hanneke and myself…!!!
Viel Gluck and we will keep track of this.
Greetings.
Comment by Maarten — December 14, 2006 @ 9:15 am
Maarten und Hanneke, danke viel mals, bin ich doch gluecklich das sie wollen mein blog besuchen!
Comment by wendywrites — December 14, 2006 @ 6:57 pm
Wendy-
Thanks so much for letting me know about your new venture. The article is very insightful and your personally and character really shown through. Look forward to future installments on the BLOG!
Comment by Kathy Schaaf — December 18, 2006 @ 10:41 am
Kathy! Yahoo! Another friend from long ago visiting from another continent. Now I can give you on-line credit for being the one who passed on Francine Rivers novella about Mary who inspired my article! Thanks for the inspiration and your good words…look forward to seeing you again!
Comment by wendywrites — December 18, 2006 @ 11:01 am
Wendy, mabruk your new blog! I look forward to reading your thoughts and coming across rich dialogue. Your contributions to VIVA Magazine are enriching; you have so much to offer.
Comment by Laura — December 27, 2006 @ 8:12 pm
Wow, Wendy! Typically for me, I find myself exploring your blog
! Loved your take on Mary (had
from the end to the beginning
to update my Adobe) and all the multi-cultural insights and responses.
It’s a small world indeed!
Blessings to you and yours in the New Year!
Shary
Comment by Shary — December 28, 2006 @ 11:02 pm
LAURA! BOSS! Thanks SO much! Your editing is what makes it all come together, so you’ll be a part of this blog with me!
SHARY, welcome again. I can see your eyes smiling as you write. Hubby and I were starting to plan our 2008 California trip, so we were thinking of you and Pastor Mark today.
Comment by wendywrites — December 29, 2006 @ 6:02 pm
Soooo looking forward to 2008 and your visit with the family!
Mark sends his love along with mine to all of you!
Comment by Shary — January 2, 2007 @ 8:02 am
Shary and Mark, we receive that love and reflect it back to you! I was just wishing it could be sooner.
Comment by wendywrites — January 2, 2007 @ 2:57 pm
Wendy….I am having to write and say…”thank you”…”thank you” for using the talents and abilities our God has given you. The topics and subject matter are so very, VERY important and must be spoken of and written about as the world is in such disperate need for the love of Jesus.
He came…to ‘heal the broken hearted’..and set the captive free’…that is what is ringing in my ears and heart, this very moment.
Praying for you, as you continue to share the truth.
Comment by Fran Bruno — February 12, 2007 @ 11:22 pm
Franniegirl, thank you SO much for being such a part of my redemption story, for how you and Louie modeled Christ when I was SO new in faith. Yes, Isaiah 61 is a life chapter for me. Please do pray for me, and I will return the blessing!
Comment by wendywrites — February 13, 2007 @ 10:21 am
Hey Wendy,I enjoyed you articles. Keep it up!! Nette
Comment by Nette — February 18, 2007 @ 2:44 pm
Nette, thanks so much for visiting and the encouragement. Today, I needed it!
Comment by wendywrites — February 18, 2007 @ 5:31 pm