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Comment on Flashback Friday: School’s Out for the Summer! by Mom & Dad

Mom & Dad — Fri, 25 May 2012 18:02:28 +0000

Wow – do I ever remember that trip! Beautiful drive thru the Lake of the Woods, and a mess-up in our hotel reservations. Great trip, though! Thanks for sharing this foto.
Love, Dad

Comment on Thursday, May 24, 2012 by jenion

jenion — Fri, 25 May 2012 01:52:10 +0000

Thanks, Patti!

Comment on Passages: What Women Mean by jenion

jenion — Fri, 25 May 2012 01:51:48 +0000

Thanks, Molly! I went to Katie’s service this afternoon – it was extraordinary. People from all over the country were there to pay their respects and to say thank you – some had never met Katie. I was blown away by the impact that she and her mothers (Mom and Stepmom) have had on so many lives. It was humbling to realize how little most of us actually do to change the world we find ourselves born into.

Comment on Passages: What Women Mean by jenion

jenion — Fri, 25 May 2012 01:48:19 +0000

You go, Steph! Love your passion, thanks for understanding mine

Comment on Thursday, May 24, 2012 by Patti Roman

Patti Roman — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:27:14 +0000

I see it as a reminder to not lose sight of your goals, no matter how long it takes to attain them.

Comment on Thursday, May 24, 2012 by srfcreativestudio

srfcreativestudio — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:08:10 +0000

I think that you posting your weight is very brave and honest and fitting especially for todays post! I love sharing in your triumphs and cheering you on in your setbacks!

Comment on Passages: What Women Mean by mollyaltorfer

mollyaltorfer — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:06:53 +0000

A beautiful post.

Comment on Passages: What Women Mean by srfcreativestudio

srfcreativestudio — Thu, 24 May 2012 14:05:47 +0000

Jen what a beautiful tribute to these wonderful women!
I remember thinking when I was younger that being female was to be frivolous in thought and deed. It is most definately a cultural thing. As women we need to teach our daughters about power and strength without demoralizing men, but with embracing what it is to be a woman. Most of all it isn’t a mold. I think we need to stop criticizing and judging women soley on their looks. In our culture woman are taught to compete with each other rather than support each other. It should piss us off. Anger is best used not for revenge but for possitive action!

Comment on Words That Changed My Life: Intention by jenion

jenion — Sun, 20 May 2012 16:12:21 +0000

Chris: I love that you visit and interact with my blog posts! I don’t really disagree with anything you’ve said. I would clarify, though, that for me the ALMOST guaranteed positive outcome is completely about how I address myself to the situation. The reality of life is that some of it stinks, and there’s not a thing I can do about that. In response, I can wallow in the misery of that, I can lash out at others because of it, I can cast my values aside and use that as an excuse. When I don’t do any of those things, and I manage somehow to stay authentic and centered I count it a success. Intention is one of the best ways that I have found for me to do this. It’s like having an escape plan in case of fire – so that when the fire erupts, you already know how you will get out of your house. And you’re right, I will sometimes fail and succumb to my own imperfection. However, my life is very different today than it was 20 or even 5 years ago – I am not more perfect, but I do respond better to life’s exigencies.

Love you, sis! Wish we could have more of these discussions in person rather than in writing! I miss you

Comment on Words That Changed My Life: Intention by jenion

jenion — Sun, 20 May 2012 15:37:01 +0000

Thanks, Anne! You are definitely an on-fire Type A. Just to clarify, I am not – though I aim to be more like you in the enthusiasm and warmth you bring to your days!