Comments on Mommy Always Wins: Hope, pt. 2

That was AWESOME. I think (in your spare time: hah...

2009-08-23T10:51:39.439-05:00

That was AWESOME. I think (in your spare time: haha) you should try to find out what that teacher's name was so you can send her a link to this post. SOMEONE has to know. I'm good at finding people; if you need suggestions, let me know.

What a Godsend she was to you. I love great teachers. :)

I'm happy for you. Thankfully, I think we can all ...

2009-08-21T19:25:18.180-05:00

I'm happy for you. Thankfully, I think we can all point to one teacher who made a big difference in our lives. I aim to be that teacher for a kid or two (not sure how I'm doing on that so far, but I'm keeping my fingers crossed.)

You could find her name in a yearbook; teacher photos...

Beautifully written. It was a nice tribute to your...

2009-08-21T15:23:08.855-05:00

Beautifully written. It was a nice tribute to your teacher. You really rock. I really hate that ex boyfriend.

I'm so thankful for that teacher that saw you for ...

2009-08-21T14:58:05.594-05:00

I'm so thankful for that teacher that saw you for what you were and pushed you and knew what you were capable of doing. If she hadn't done that, I'm not sure that I'd be reading you now or would've gotten to meet you at BlogHer. I credit her indirectly for the friend I found in you.

However, I'm still willing to ship flaming bags of poo to that lousy ex-boyfriend of yours. I have two dogs, three cats, and a 2 yr old in diapers....I've got plenty to export. Just say the word and it's done.

Are you talking about Mrs Kessinich? or Kessenich...

2009-08-21T14:05:40.622-05:00

Are you talking about Mrs Kessinich? or Kessenich?

Thank you for giving tribute to a teacher that ins...

2009-08-21T09:09:34.808-05:00

Thank you for giving tribute to a teacher that inspired you, even if you can't remember her name. And here is one reader that is thrilled she inspired you because I so enjoy reading what you've written. This, in particular, was a eloquent, very personal piece that was so brave to share.

I'm guessing that those last couple of sentences a...

2009-08-20T21:59:01.994-05:00

I'm guessing that those last couple of sentences are about your current situation, being and over-worked, over-stressed, full-time employee and mama. If I'm right, then keep reading...if not, then just stop here because the rest of my comment will make no sense : )

The character of a person is really, truly formed by their early experiences ... both at home and at school. Sadly, most people that had your home life and school experience turn out much differently. You're the exception to the "rule", Colleen. It sounds like you always have been. Don't think for a second that by chosing to make things easier on yourself in the present you will be going against all that you have worked for thus far. It's quite the opposite. You've worked your a*s off to get where you are so that you WOULD have choices in your life ... choices you were never given while growing up. You have empowered yourself to become the person that you are today. No matter what you choose, you are in charge and entitled to make adjustments to your path as you see fit.

Incredible, my friend. Just...wow. I don't feel li...

2009-08-20T16:25:21.475-05:00

Incredible, my friend. Just...wow. I don't feel like there's any response I could share right now that wouldn't sound fake. "I understand" or "I've been there, sort of, but not really" or "It'll all work out" - none of those work for me.

So...just...Thank you for sharing your story. The story, the writing and you - all incredible.

Colleen, WOW! Now that my friend was a post! I ...

2009-08-20T10:42:39.336-05:00

Colleen,

WOW! Now that my friend was a post!

I definitely believe that the places we've been, even the darkest of dark, make and define who we are. Of course, I can't put it in to words like you can, but I'm pretty much thinkin' you've got more than a teensie bit of potential!

Thanks for always being an inspiration. In my book, U rock!

You are not just bright, you are brilliant, strong...

2009-08-20T06:31:07.414-05:00

You are not just bright, you are brilliant, strong and beautiful. No, not beautiful, gorgeous! You are a tall eye catching blond with a smile to light up a room. Not even to mention how wonderful you are on the inside. And fun. I am so glad that I got to meet you in person and want you to keep me filled in on info about Blissdom.