tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post3458908489767685571..comments2024-03-27T03:04:01.422-06:00Comments on Seasons of Humility: Campfire: First EveningAmber Holcombhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-7149826814027474082012-05-31T00:47:11.877-06:002012-05-31T00:47:11.877-06:00Ariel,
Oh, aren't we all still learning?? :) ...Ariel,<br /><br />Oh, aren't we all still learning?? :) Thank you for your understanding, and no worries - this is a week-long event that's still underway, so you're right on time! ;)<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-13220799228980000722012-05-30T19:00:50.117-06:002012-05-30T19:00:50.117-06:00Oh goodness, I can relate. I get a big head often!...Oh goodness, I can relate. I get a big head often! I always think that the world revolves around me. I'm still learning ;) Sorry I'm coming in late!!!Ariel Wilsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00212280764832749005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-44717601718630400142012-05-29T19:22:16.537-06:002012-05-29T19:22:16.537-06:00Renee,
Hahaha - that's good to hear! ;) Can y...Renee,<br /><br />Hahaha - that's good to hear! ;) Can you provide marshmallows for the whole week?? ;)<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-31906718298670718972012-05-29T19:21:33.854-06:002012-05-29T19:21:33.854-06:00Bluerose,
You're welcome! :)
Aww, thank you ...Bluerose,<br /><br />You're welcome! :)<br /><br />Aww, thank you for reading my story! And thank you for sharing about that picture - sounds powerful! Today I came across a political cartoon in a newspaper that was titled "Memorial Day 2012"... It showed a freeway with various exits, and the exits to the beach and other fun places to visit were piled with cars, while the exit to the military cemetery had hardly any cars on it... <br /><br />I'm just blessed that my mom always took me to the Memorial Day services growing up, and my family always emphasized a respect and appreciation for the U.S. military. :)<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-89652037053270032102012-05-29T19:15:45.143-06:002012-05-29T19:15:45.143-06:00Julie,
Yes, indeed! Thank you so much for reading...Julie,<br /><br />Yes, indeed! Thank you so much for reading the story and for participating in Camp Humility! :)<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-31026359403027664142012-05-29T19:14:13.864-06:002012-05-29T19:14:13.864-06:00Cathy,
Thank you so much for sharing your story, ...Cathy,<br /><br />Thank you so much for sharing your story, as well, and for taking the time to read mine! :) That must have been so hard, because we never want to see those who are dear to us get hurt. I can't speak from personal experience, but I think that any mother would hate to see their child overlooked and unappreciated. I'm sure just knowing how much you love her and cheer for her, and seeing how much you desire for her to succeed and be recognized, means a lot to her. :)<br /><br />But that is a wonderful perspective to give God the glory and to see the bigger picture in the end. :) Thank you again for sharing!<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-90643165071951701412012-05-29T19:09:15.100-06:002012-05-29T19:09:15.100-06:00Amanda,
LOL!! Marshmallows do have a great smell ...Amanda,<br /><br />LOL!! Marshmallows do have a great smell - and a great taste! ;) But I'm a little concerned about your over-enthusiasm... ;) Just kidding!<br /><br />Anyway, thank you so much for sharing this journey with me - for being willing to read my stories and blog posts and for encouraging me with your understanding and your kind words. :) I LOVE what you said here:<br /><br />"Sometimes it’s more public, but sometimes it’s a lesson just between you and Him. A gentle tap on your heart that leaves you in awe of His patience with you."<br /><br />Yes - God is so very patient with us! And I love how He created us each unique, loving us all the same but allowing us each to have a unique relationship with Him. The wonder of that is beyond words...<br /><br />You are such a wonderful example to me of living a life of humility, my friend. :) Thank you!!<br /><br />~AmberAmber Holcombhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15100265646497152198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-72651877559863706762012-05-29T09:46:03.897-06:002012-05-29T09:46:03.897-06:00LOL Amanda there are PLENTY of marshmallows to go ...LOL Amanda there are PLENTY of marshmallows to go around. I know how much I love me some s'mores with extra melty, sticky, marshmallow goodness so I know better than to skimp! ;-)<br /><br />xoxo~ ReneeRenee (BlacknGoldGirlsBookSpot)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02701232799625814028noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-88276470227652673282012-05-29T08:55:26.259-06:002012-05-29T08:55:26.259-06:00Thanks for the veggie burgers!
That's a beau...Thanks for the veggie burgers! <br /><br />That's a beautiful story! Enough to make this emotional girl tear up AND smile. ;)<br /><br />I saw a picture on Facebook the other day of a woman laying down beside a grave crying. It had the caption(or something similar): "Remember that Memorial Day isn't JUST about barbeques". I think it's awesome that your family includes TRUE remembrance!Bluerosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00680170638396181756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-39816184319361662532012-05-29T08:29:10.355-06:002012-05-29T08:29:10.355-06:00Isn't it always so precious when God speaks to...Isn't it always so precious when God speaks to us and we actually listen? I love your story Amber and the fact that you were able to laugh once you realized what the Lord was speaking to you. Looking forward to the rest of Camp Humility :)Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07190011785450338206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-79209855478804807582012-05-28T21:50:52.609-06:002012-05-28T21:50:52.609-06:00Beautiful story Amber. Thanks for sharing. I'v...Beautiful story Amber. Thanks for sharing. I've unfortunately had many of those kinds of moments. <br /><br />I remember when my youngest was little and in the Christmas play at church. She was so excited and practiced her lines over and over. When the night came the teacher totally forgot her and she didn't get to say her lines. I think I was more upset then my daughter! When I talked to the teacher afterwards she basically said, 'get over it' which hurt me even more. I went home feeling pretty sorry for myself and my daughter.<br /><br />But now I realize, that night wasn't about my daughter but about sharing the Gospel. I had gotten so caught up in my daughter performing, I forgot Who she was doing it for. It really didn't matter who said what. What mattered was that the Gospel was shared. :)Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13105571098810204461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4163733401418146284.post-57956535330868597272012-05-28T20:35:59.969-06:002012-05-28T20:35:59.969-06:00I could never say no to marshmallows, no matter th...I could never say no to marshmallows, no matter the hour! Love the taste but especially LOVE the smell! Ever just smell the outside of a closed bag of marshmallows? Yeah, probably not… but the smell is addicting, stronger when the bag is closed than opened for some reason… LOL, Where did Amanda go? Oh, she’s behind the cabin huffing the bag of marshmallows! Sorry Renee! Guess sugar does have a bedtime after all! ;-)<br />Amber, I remember you sharing that last year. I would have felt the same way, my friend. I tend to embarrass easier than most, and something like that would have kept my face red long after the ceremony concluded! But what God taught you from it all is inspiring. He’s allowed me to go through similar situations. Sometimes it takes a sting to your pride AND your cheeks to remind you that it’s not about you and your agenda but Him and His. <br />Wish I could remember a specific account of humility teaching and explain it so beautifully and devotional-like as you’ve done here. I will say I feel like something of the sort happens almost daily. Sometimes it’s more public, but sometimes it’s a lesson just between you and Him. A gentle tap on your heart that leaves you in awe of His patience with you. <br />Love the scripture you ended with. I can imagine engraving the phrase “before honour is humility” on something. Powerful words, as is all scripture :-) Thank you for sharing what God taught you. Not only did you go through it but you chose to share it all with us here, that’s another layer of humility. It’s one thing to experience a humbling and it’s quite another to admit to experiencing it. Hope that makes sense :-)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />AmandaAmanda Stanleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16372107574684016349noreply@blogger.com