tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post4923446733653158103..comments2023-10-19T05:34:26.911-06:00Comments on Serendipity: Welcome to my blogSarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08765524620705643823noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-50944660369091878292010-03-25T17:22:38.673-06:002010-03-25T17:22:38.673-06:00Still wishing you all the best out here in Boston....Still wishing you all the best out here in Boston.dracohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11984716489966065319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-29787224369971669492010-03-24T20:05:48.832-06:002010-03-24T20:05:48.832-06:00I just wanted to let you know that I have been fol...I just wanted to let you know that I have been following your blog and Scott's blog for the last while. I have really enjoyed reading it. I was in the ward growing up, and actually had Scott as a Teacher Quorum Advisor and he was also my Elders' Quorum President before I left on my mission.<br /><br />I happened to find out that Scott had come out of the closet by chance one day about a year ago when I was going through his Facebook page. Like I said before, I have really enjoyed reading both of your blogs, and I can only imagine how hard everyone thing is for you and for family right now.<br /><br />I remember you and Scott as really good people, and I'm sure that both of you still are. I'm sorry that the members of the ward have not been as supportive and understanding as they should be. Nobody's perfect. People very often have a hard time knowing how to deal with the something that is new and unfamiliar--as is homosexuality in the church. I wish you, Scott, and your family the best. Have faith, do your best, and everything will work out for your good. God bless.David Headnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-70722595854277348462010-03-24T16:12:00.881-06:002010-03-24T16:12:00.881-06:00Thanks, anonymous.
Your statement "It just p...Thanks, anonymous.<br /><br />Your statement "It just pushes me closer to other in the same situation and pulls me farther from the church" is exactly why my blog is keeping me from having a temple recommend...<br /><br />But your statement "You're a light in the darkness to many of us" is exactly why I CANNOT let go of my blog, even if it means no recommend.<br /><br />Many would say that my priorities are definitely in the wrong place (having a blog over having a temple recommend), but I can't deny the fact that I feel like I am helping the people that God wants me to help by keeping my blog as is!Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08765524620705643823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-43677492081174423922010-03-24T10:43:59.140-06:002010-03-24T10:43:59.140-06:00I love reading both your's and Scott's blo...I love reading both your's and Scott's blogs. I,too, am struggling with the "conditional friendship" that Scott blogged about. I never would have thought all my "friends" would disappear when I stopped going to church. And this after being very active for nearly 20 years in the same ward. It just pushes me closer to others in the same situation and pulls me farther from the church. Keep on blogging! You're a light in the darkness to many of us.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-16495926950987531992010-03-23T19:21:28.222-06:002010-03-23T19:21:28.222-06:00Thanks, el genio. Sure wish you lived closer. Glad...Thanks, el genio. Sure wish you lived closer. Glad to know you are still around.<br /><br />Damon! I have so wondered what has become of you lately! Still cherish memories from your visit last year. Thanks for the comment, but I am certain that there are many anonymous readers that completely disagree that I stand up for what is right. If they agreed, I would still have a valid temple recommend.<br /><br />Oh well. The happy side affect of me being frustrated with churchy people is that Scott and I then have a common frustration and therefore communicate and get along better again. :)<br /><br />I still think I want the church in my life, and I want my kids to have the church. I just need to learn to worship on my own terms, and totally not care about my recommend or who is reading what and saying what to whom about my life and blog! Gotta follow my heart and the spirit and do what Heavenly Father knows is best for me and my family.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08765524620705643823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-87182461324528374322010-03-23T17:00:22.594-06:002010-03-23T17:00:22.594-06:00Sarah-its Damon in Colorado, long lost but not for...Sarah-its Damon in Colorado, long lost but not forgotten. I did take a little break but I am still here reading!<br /><br />I love you and Scott both. I admire the courage, love and fearlessness that you both exhibit to me. <br /><br />Thanks for standing up for what's right all the time. <br /><br />~damonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-86285348584246460832010-03-22T17:49:42.989-06:002010-03-22T17:49:42.989-06:00Still reading, still grateful for all that you guy...Still reading, still grateful for all that you guys do. You da best!El Geniohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02801064758712821345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-40857406833237549042010-03-22T09:40:38.491-06:002010-03-22T09:40:38.491-06:00Jenny, didn't realize, but thanks for letting ...Jenny, didn't realize, but thanks for letting us know. Any efforts from family to understand means a lot to Scott.<br /><br />Dani, I figured. I'm sorry for your struggles right now as well, but I am glad that going back to church is going well for you. We really need to talk. Did you ever think when you caught the bouquet at my wedding that either of us would possibly end up where we are? Take care, we need to talk again about getting together when you are in town.<br /><br />Anne, thanks, and I figured you were still reading as well. I have thought of calling and getting our kids together again, but obviously I have not been doing much of anything other than working and coping. Are you going to be around Easter weekend? We should get together. I need to update you on my dads upcoming heart surgery.Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08765524620705643823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-24979726563995853342010-03-22T09:05:18.930-06:002010-03-22T09:05:18.930-06:00Just to let you know I am reading. I have often w...Just to let you know I am reading. I have often wanted to comment on your struggles but am usually at a loss as what to say. Your journey with the LDS church has been far different from mine.<br /><br />Just know I love you and your family.<br /><br />AnneLirpahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13598933935218407576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-62294037358990183302010-03-22T00:27:19.861-06:002010-03-22T00:27:19.861-06:00I read all the time. You are awesome babe and I a...I read all the time. You are awesome babe and I am keeping you and Scott in my prayers!! <3 I had an uplifting day today too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6972661907029038524.post-74472444824379534012010-03-21T23:49:07.987-06:002010-03-21T23:49:07.987-06:00Hey Sarah! Just thought I'd let you know I do...Hey Sarah! Just thought I'd let you know I do follow your blog and enjoy keeping up on your life (since I don't see you guys nearly enough). I really don't know how you juggle everything in your life. It's even fuller than mine! :) Anyway, just remember I love you no matter what, and if you ever need anything, that is what family is for! Love you tons!JennyOhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09673142141967050653noreply@blogger.com