tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post1428769443413051452..comments2024-03-26T02:10:41.394-07:00Comments on Ash Tree Cottage: I Am Feeling So Sad TodaySusan Freemanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-803786045513347102014-09-03T13:32:02.999-07:002014-09-03T13:32:02.999-07:00I fear we will only see more of this. When the pre...I fear we will only see more of this. When the president did the prisoner swap, he made a deal with the devil. The devil preys on weakness, and this president is weak. He put our American soldiers and journalists in more danger than they already are. We should never ever make deals with terrorists!!!johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17153677152792453715noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-25169369058468785122014-09-03T11:18:16.555-07:002014-09-03T11:18:16.555-07:00I agree that it is important to keep our faith str...I agree that it is important to keep our faith strong now and always. Thanks for your visit Ann.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-43482359299688084542014-09-03T10:31:50.910-07:002014-09-03T10:31:50.910-07:00We are living in very troubled times and there is ...We are living in very troubled times and there is no need to apologize for pointing that out. My heart grieves for the families of both men whose lives were taken in such a brutal way. And my prayers are said for those who have loved ones still in captivity; their lives are in jeopardy.<br /><br />The "life" and well being of our precious country is in jeopardy as well. Because of the policies of our current administration over the last few years we are not the strong and respected country we once were. And my heart is heavy at its slide into helplessness -- not because we cannot do what needs to be done, but because we will not do it. <br /><br />My only peace comes from knowing God is in control and He has a plan that will eventually bring peace to the whole world, but first there are going to be difficult times for us all. We need to hold fast to our faith and pray mightily.Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05446699803419287037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-91820695218390945562014-09-03T06:23:53.748-07:002014-09-03T06:23:53.748-07:00We are so lucky that we have the freedom to write ...We are so lucky that we have the freedom to write our blogs and to voice our opinions. I pray that never ends.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-67004863864715705252014-09-03T06:22:20.305-07:002014-09-03T06:22:20.305-07:00Yes indeed.Yes indeed.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-2224412342693335062014-09-03T06:22:05.180-07:002014-09-03T06:22:05.180-07:00No, we can't say we are safe just because we a...No, we can't say we are safe just because we are far away. Technology has shrunk our world. Thank you for your kind words. I don't know that I am brave, just saddened.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-75023761776822772562014-09-03T06:20:27.451-07:002014-09-03T06:20:27.451-07:00Thank you for your kind words. I had a post plann...Thank you for your kind words. I had a post planned about a lovely shop I visited in Houston this past Saturday. When I heard about the brutal slaying of Steven Soltoff, I thought my post plans seemed frivolous and uncaring. My heart goes out to his family and the family of James Foley.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-83343935802059260712014-09-03T06:18:03.073-07:002014-09-03T06:18:03.073-07:00I so agree. Back in college I remember taking a c...I so agree. Back in college I remember taking a course on comparative religions. There is something good about all of the faiths. Sadly, there are some who twist the tenets for their own gain. Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-72123277351711769752014-09-03T06:16:29.598-07:002014-09-03T06:16:29.598-07:00History keeps repeating itself. There are people ...History keeps repeating itself. There are people all over this vast world longing for peace, yet there always seem to be a few who are not happy unless they have power and control. I believe that ISIS is more about power and domination than it is about a religious ideal.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-16688786182425295972014-09-03T06:14:06.835-07:002014-09-03T06:14:06.835-07:00Very sad times.Very sad times.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-77146009162616048972014-09-03T06:13:14.685-07:002014-09-03T06:13:14.685-07:00Let's pray that his agenda is a wise one and w...Let's pray that his agenda is a wise one and will protect and preserve our freedom and our people.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-34942025828897652672014-09-03T06:12:07.364-07:002014-09-03T06:12:07.364-07:00Thank you!Thank you!Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-10764861941377102552014-09-03T06:11:24.007-07:002014-09-03T06:11:24.007-07:00I am praying that he does have a plan and that his...I am praying that he does have a plan and that his plan is successful for our protection. Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-85851550667907897652014-09-03T06:09:57.855-07:002014-09-03T06:09:57.855-07:00I read that James Foley was from NH. I also read ...I read that James Foley was from NH. I also read that he was a graduate of Northwestern University which is right near where I grew up. Don't worry about hurting anyone's feelings. You are free to speak your mind on my blog, as is everyone else. I believe that each of us has a right to our own opinions and that we learn from one another. That is the cornerstone of a free society.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-72008407075924736982014-09-03T06:05:48.500-07:002014-09-03T06:05:48.500-07:00Many of us are praying daily.Many of us are praying daily.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-53413005430489828982014-09-03T06:04:54.039-07:002014-09-03T06:04:54.039-07:00Thank you for your input Sonny.Thank you for your input Sonny.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-55313384561068948862014-09-03T06:03:50.412-07:002014-09-03T06:03:50.412-07:00I can understand your position. I just hope that ...I can understand your position. I just hope that we do not have any attacks on our country next week.Susan Freemanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04323206599839838089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-86041781573318030412014-09-03T03:13:10.339-07:002014-09-03T03:13:10.339-07:00I get you completely. I was all set to finish some...I get you completely. I was all set to finish something to publish yesterday, and the news just got me so ferhoodled and down that I walked away from the computer for a while. It happens to me more and more often of late. The world is a mess. Our country is a mess, and I find it personally insulting when someone gets on TV, looks America in the face, and claims that things are going well. I am heartbroken for this man's family and horrified for all of us. <br /><br />And if the yahoos out there who think we can play nicely with Islam think that THEIR head would be spared, they really are living in la la land. <br /><br />I'll stick a sock in it now.Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05671482394424988047noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-38358999659126266412014-09-03T01:46:50.094-07:002014-09-03T01:46:50.094-07:00Shocking and horrific crimes :( Shocking and horrific crimes :( Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13091419343402163298noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-23065530235656406042014-09-02T21:03:06.941-07:002014-09-02T21:03:06.941-07:00A sad day with sad news. I'm with you Susan. ...A sad day with sad news. I'm with you Susan. I just don't understand the men at the top. I pray God will raise up a leader to take charge. Many leaders emerged after 9/11.......and it scares me that that anniversary is a week away......what is being planned?? Just because we don't live in those countries doesn't mean we are safe here. Can't say any more, I'm so upset, but thank you for being brave and speaking out........xoxoxosweet violetshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05217634500685029163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-79237253379769703112014-09-02T19:52:37.270-07:002014-09-02T19:52:37.270-07:00Hi Susan.... You are so sweet and caring - It is y...Hi Susan.... You are so sweet and caring - It is your blog and you can post anything you like and shouldn't have to apologize. It is beyond evil and I think it is (indeed) a sad day. Stay true to yourself and know your followers love you oxTwinkle Terriorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14066948053622078820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-74084776196276332922014-09-02T19:36:58.446-07:002014-09-02T19:36:58.446-07:00What is happening overseas is horrific but we are ...What is happening overseas is horrific but we are lucky we do not live in these countries, any religion is ok by me as long as it doesn't harm other people who think differently to them.<br />Merle...................Merlesworldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00573975763012762631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-8116043194220111282014-09-02T19:07:39.531-07:002014-09-02T19:07:39.531-07:00Will there ever be peace? I dream of such a day. ...Will there ever be peace? I dream of such a day. It is a sad day. Jackie Seehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01187407666309898021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-42005212320892283432014-09-02T18:27:30.329-07:002014-09-02T18:27:30.329-07:00Sad times. There are no words :(Sad times. There are no words :(Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11902556628794303823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1112304885994073400.post-39224790660599106072014-09-02T17:38:42.598-07:002014-09-02T17:38:42.598-07:00Susan, I do not understand our world right now. H...Susan, I do not understand our world right now. How can we allow this to happen to our people. I do not think our current president is taking care of business. It makes me wonder what his agenda truly is and what is the next surprise he has for the American people.Susan' Hearts and Flowershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14581435116333224270noreply@blogger.com