tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post8173958027068723905..comments2023-04-16T08:15:44.824-06:00Comments on Four Perspectives: On Heroes And Being AwesomeTeachinfourthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01624243991120542485noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-64066599811354245712010-03-25T07:52:09.678-06:002010-03-25T07:52:09.678-06:00Lori- Why, thank you! And I agree, it's not a...Lori- Why, thank you! And I agree, it's not always so easy to practice what I preach but I'm getting much better at it. You, my friend, are a wonderfully descriptive writer who has an excellent eye in photography. Own that.<br /><br />Bec- He rocks, doesn't he?<br /><br />Rachel- Yes. Yes, it does.<br />And you know what? I don't think there's anything vain about recognizing that we are as amazing as God created us to be. <br /><br />Chrissy- I am the same way. I do much better at accepting compliments now than I did back when I was an awkward teenager. And yes, I'll own that generous compliment. Thank you! And thanks for commenting.<br /><br />Linn- Exactly! It's amazing how it can become a priority to adapt certain behaviors for our children's benefit, isn't it? But this is a good one. <br /><br />Kara- Downplaying a compliment is almost like slapping someone in the face, I think. Harsh, but true. If someone has the courage to pay you a compliment then you should have the courage to recognize it as fact and accept it graciously.<br /><br />Natalie- Amen. I wholeheartedly agree with all of it. And your comments are never too long. I see that as a compliment, actually. So thank you.<br /><br />T5th- Rock on, then!<br /><br />Sis. P- He said they were making and audio recording of the show so maybe you could still enjoy it sometime. And I hope you know that I love you, too. ;)<br /><br />Anaise- It's not always easy, is it? Well, here's something for you... I must say that I look up to you in so many ways. I always have, actually, ever since back-in-the-day. Your strength and ability to do all that you do inspires me. Own it.Gerbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13103247512887532095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-82264418084817389372010-03-25T06:07:36.141-06:002010-03-25T06:07:36.141-06:00Oh, this opens up so much emotion, and I'd end...Oh, this opens up so much emotion, and I'd end up writing a waaay too long comment, so I'll just let you know that I appreciate this post.Anaisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03606090702540012629noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-74911381112176829972010-03-24T22:57:35.260-06:002010-03-24T22:57:35.260-06:00Brian Regan is fabulous!
And I noticed that too--...Brian Regan is fabulous!<br /><br />And I noticed that too--why do they always say, "No, I'm not a hero"?<br /><br />I have to work hard to own it. I think a lot of people do.<br /><br />I'm jealous that you went to see Brian Regan, but I love your post (and you).Sister Pottymouthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17836536491736238042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-65671419629756142822010-03-24T21:31:14.080-06:002010-03-24T21:31:14.080-06:00Does this count for the compliments we give to our...Does this count for the compliments we give to ourselves? <br /><br />If so, I'd be rocking!Teachinfourthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01624243991120542485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-76987634662796974842010-03-24T21:10:54.319-06:002010-03-24T21:10:54.319-06:00What a great post, Gerb.
I actually got a complime...What a great post, Gerb.<br />I actually got a compliment on this when I was in 9th grade. I remember because it impressed me and has stuck out in my mind all these years. A friend had complimented me on something and I said, "Thank You." She continued to tell me that is why she liked me; because I would accept a comment graciously and not make her feel dumb by saying "Nuh-uh" or "No, it's not." <br />I think that is the thing we need to remember- by not accepting compliments we are putting the other persons opinion down and telling them it is not important. Not exactly the best way to win friends and influence people.<br /><br />So thanks for the reminder that I need to get back to being that kind of girl in more ways than one.<br />*Sorry, it is so long. :)Richard & Nataliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03948731851516592946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-47594701090468127082010-03-24T20:16:44.534-06:002010-03-24T20:16:44.534-06:00Over the past few weeks, I have spent some time re...Over the past few weeks, I have spent some time researching manners, on the internet, to prepare for a manners activity we had with the activity days girls. One of the things I read repeatedly was that when someone gives you a compliment you should accepted it graciously. We shouldn't deny it or down play it.Karahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00375582686494248170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-13760263746829141892010-03-24T15:26:56.318-06:002010-03-24T15:26:56.318-06:00Fabulous post and I am working hard on this--both ...Fabulous post and I am working hard on this--both for me and for an example to my children.Linnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09813312996970089854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-75983398653583736972010-03-24T14:15:24.165-06:002010-03-24T14:15:24.165-06:00So, do u own it? when someone compliments you? I t...So, do u own it? when someone compliments you? I think this site is very good.. I like the 4 perspectives' pt. of view... u all are well versed, smart and compassionate folk...so, did that sit well w/you? <br />those words are true btw...<br />i know for me its taken years for me to be able to accept a compliment, now I am better at it..Kalei's Best Friendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12331539743751163269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-11756782333627333062010-03-24T12:26:39.561-06:002010-03-24T12:26:39.561-06:00Gerb, Does this mean I have to go back and delete ...Gerb, Does this mean I have to go back and delete my comment after you complimented me on Henny Penny's sweater? :)<br /><br />I don't know why. Accepting compliments is really hard for me and yet when I give a compliment I want to smack someone if they don't say thank you and do what I do......."Oh well, don't look close or you'll see all of my mistakes." :D<br /><br />I think we all try so hard to strive to be humble that when we're complimented we don't want to come across vain or arrogant so....we 'don't own it'.Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04904348716444211746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-81224449990256772412010-03-24T11:48:35.748-06:002010-03-24T11:48:35.748-06:00Can comedians be heroes? I think so. B.R. is one...Can comedians be heroes? I think so. B.R. is one of mine.Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00355108665426444606noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995141851588869087.post-50954060745535318562010-03-24T10:23:28.197-06:002010-03-24T10:23:28.197-06:00Gerb, you are an amazing mother, and super-talente...Gerb, you are an amazing mother, and super-talented writer. Own it! :) <br /><br />Great post. It's hard to own our own little successes sometimes, particularly for me, because I never want to be seen as arrogant or anything like that. One thing that has helped me over the past several years is the recognition that none of our successes and strengths are by our own power...they're achieved through the might and power of the Holy Spirit living within us.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02815467652400565214noreply@blogger.com