Comments on: I Have It

By: teak furniture

teak furniture — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 08:41:40 +0000

You really are a great writer.

By: Jeff Goins

Jeff Goins — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:30:46 +0000

I just blogged about this and quoted you, Shaun - http://jeffgoins.myadventures.org/?filename=community-and-church-organization-vs-organism. Thanks for sharing.

By: Rachel

Rachel — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:23:18 +0000

Got it, Shaun. I wondered if that was the case…but also wondered because you posed a question. Thanks for the clarification!

By: Jenni

Jenni — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 05:13:53 +0000

*sniffle*

This just makes me...well...*sniffle*

By: Abbie

Abbie — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 02:08:59 +0000

I followed you most of the way and smiled when you describe the joy you find in your family. What you described in the beginning is something I have been facing big time lately-especially after moving to a new state and no matter how deep you feel that you have built relationships-they still end in one way or another. Much like when I was 15, my parents divorced after 19 years of marriage, my mother all the sudden wanted nothing to do with her 3 kids, our church family felt our family was dirty and needed to leave, and our brandy bunch family fell apart. I still struggle with not diving into relationships that will only end up broken in the end.....wow, don’t know why I’m still typing....

Anyway, one place I can always find strength and security is in my relationships with God, my husband, and my daughter.

I’m going to agree with everyone else. You are a fantastic writer.

By: Shaun Groves

Shaun Groves — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 02:04:17 +0000

That’s intentional, Rachel. A “moment of silence” sort of thing.

By: Grovesfan

Grovesfan — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 19:48:32 +0000

It is because your family knows you so well that they do leave their children with you (and Becky). As long as they don’t leave fireworks as well, all should be fine.

Beth

By: Rachel

Rachel — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 19:03:37 +0000

I was okay until you wrote the words “pungent goo.” Goodness sake…

I am fortunate enough to have found community like this with my roommates and the close knit circle of friends we share. We have plenty of awkward moments, messy and dynamic conversations, and bouts of laughing ‘til we cry (and crying ‘til we laugh). And the best part is we really, really love Jesus.

p.s. Your 9-11 post still isn’t showing an option to leave comments…

By: Linda Sue

Linda Sue — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:32:38 +0000

oh my goodness – Uncle Shaun is one of the good guys and his family knows it! Cool news about Brian’s family about to expand – woo hoo. I am so sorry for the little fellows’ stomach distress – nothing as pukey as being pukey without your mom. Good for you – earning some stars in your crown for sure.

By: anon4him

anon4him — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:08:23 +0000

It’s hard to find people who will love you as much as your family… despite failures and bad times

Thanks for being a loving Uncle to your nephew!