tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post6811791122254184858..comments2023-04-04T15:41:24.585-04:00Comments on Grace with Silk: It's the Dry Season Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04641003094865906821noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-77530498223419497072017-05-26T08:54:58.199-04:002017-05-26T08:54:58.199-04:00Patti,
What an encouragement you are to me! I'...Patti,<br />What an encouragement you are to me! I'm so grateful for you! xoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-50762422738723598212017-05-25T15:05:58.818-04:002017-05-25T15:05:58.818-04:00There you are Valerie! I realized some time back t...There you are Valerie! I realized some time back that I wasn't receiving email updates from you and I thought I went in and signed up again. Today, when I saw your comment on another friend's post I remembered what I'd been missing. So, to ensure I don't miss out, I've signed up to follow by email, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest! Now I need to go and catch up on your posts. ;)<br />PattiAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02897728865673891051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-38458117567896457722017-05-22T09:47:52.568-04:002017-05-22T09:47:52.568-04:00Hi Linda,
Love hearing how you deal with drought a...Hi Linda,<br />Love hearing how you deal with drought and it sounds just what a wise counselor would offer! Love it! xoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-52812538577248234122017-05-22T09:47:02.134-04:002017-05-22T09:47:02.134-04:00Hi Dolly,
I love your insight! Yes, maybe the plac...Hi Dolly,<br />I love your insight! Yes, maybe the place we think is the desert is really the place where new things start! xoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-2678952027907579112017-05-19T18:52:55.797-04:002017-05-19T18:52:55.797-04:00Drought. Oh yeah, I've been there, too.
I...Drought. Oh yeah, I've been there, too.<br /><br />I've found walking away from the computer, shutting it down for a period of time does wonders for my soul, my creativity, my joy, my relationships, my faith.<br /><br />We're craving time to live life to the fullest. Not just write about what that might look like.<br /><br />Thanks for going there today, friend. Oh so good.<br /><br />I hope your weekend refreshes your soul ...Linda Stollhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15568264417855502332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-5026832745478663652017-05-19T17:03:34.054-04:002017-05-19T17:03:34.054-04:00Dear Valerie,
I appreciate your photos and your h...Dear Valerie,<br /><br />I appreciate your photos and your honest writing style. Glad you kept writing. And I can relate to how a goal with good intent can sometimes swirl off into stress. Your post made me look up Isa. 43:19, which is a promise that was highlighted for me last year when I felt like I was in a drought in certain parts of my life. "Behold, I am doing a new thing;<br /> now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?<br />I will make a way in the wilderness<br /> and rivers in the desert." The interesting thing is that the new thing begins "in the wilderness," and "in the desert." Not where I like my adventures to begin but yet that is often what God does. Maybe He knows something I don't... Thanks for making me think. xoxo and all good things to you :-) Dolly @Soulstopshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17943244655225413814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-90665393896367834232017-05-19T13:27:21.584-04:002017-05-19T13:27:21.584-04:00Lynn,
Yes! Building our faith through difficult ti...Lynn,<br />Yes! Building our faith through difficult times is what makes us stronger and I do think sometimes keeping our faith steady while navigating those seasons is where we can find priceless gems!Valerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-28621088041554369662017-05-19T13:24:55.562-04:002017-05-19T13:24:55.562-04:00Cheryl,
Your gracious words about my posts are inc...Cheryl,<br />Your gracious words about my posts are incredibly kind! You are the author of some of the sweetest words in the blogosphere and I'm so honored if I can offer encouragement to you! xoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-74553119612637186172017-05-19T13:21:49.463-04:002017-05-19T13:21:49.463-04:00Ellen,
So glad to see you back here and appreciate...Ellen,<br />So glad to see you back here and appreciate how you can relate, too. Sometimes just the effort is worth celebrating, isn't it?! xoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-79967114512413152412017-05-19T13:20:11.503-04:002017-05-19T13:20:11.503-04:00Ronja,
It's true there is beauty in those time...Ronja,<br />It's true there is beauty in those times that are uncomfortable and confusing because those can be the richest in our relationship with God. Sometimes when we determine to ride out the season instead of hurrying out of it can bring us depth that we never imagined! Love seeing you here! xoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-36280528960655970892017-05-18T23:16:54.565-04:002017-05-18T23:16:54.565-04:00"It's where our purpose and passion colli..."It's where our purpose and passion collide in the abundant rushing stream that waters our souls, pours out refreshment, and anchors our roots deep in God's wisdom, knowing we can weather the next drought." Very beautiful writing, Valerie! I was just reading this morning how God is working in our resting. and building our faith during those times of quiet. Draughts can be so frustrating! I pray you continually know that God is doing a new thing in you, always. Hugs!Lynn J Simpsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04573498994019644656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-79246457680733983382017-05-18T21:29:40.764-04:002017-05-18T21:29:40.764-04:00Thanks Valerie! maybe its time for some scones and...Thanks Valerie! maybe its time for some scones and tea-:) wanna join me?! :)(i wish!) xoxoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-76933696468053512222017-05-18T21:26:04.341-04:002017-05-18T21:26:04.341-04:00I know I can always count on you for precious enco...I know I can always count on you for precious encouragement, sweet friend. I love seeing your posts in my inbox, and I usually save them for the times that I can sit down and really savor them and give them the attention they deserve. You never disappoint, and I just thank you from the bottom of my heart for being such a faithful encourager and blessing to all who stop here. I also want you to know that the precious, kind words you left at my blog just lifted my spirits and were such a dear blessing to me. May the dear Lord bless you and fill you with everything your heart desires. :)Cherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01891257905649460436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-24601774736384016352017-05-18T15:52:39.718-04:002017-05-18T15:52:39.718-04:00Oh Valerie! I totally understand the dry seasons. ...Oh Valerie! I totally understand the dry seasons. Some of the time I write through anyway, but I sense my writing is dry and stale. So glad to know spring rains come eventually! Thanks for sharing!Ellen Chauvinhttp://www.ellenchauvin.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-62830178706209047552017-05-18T10:54:12.253-04:002017-05-18T10:54:12.253-04:00I love these thoughts, Valerie! These dry seasons ...I love these thoughts, Valerie! These dry seasons seem to be the ones that test our faith and our desire to be close to the Lord -- and it becomes even harder when you see others pour out their hearts and words from the Lord so beautifully. I'm sorry that's the place where the Lord has you right now but I know there are great things coming ahead that are being prepared in this season. I'm praying for you, friend!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02911778883424577823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-17376169041791822282017-05-18T10:23:31.313-04:002017-05-18T10:23:31.313-04:00Sarah,
So true! Rest or keep going? It's hard ...Sarah,<br />So true! Rest or keep going? It's hard to tell sometimes, isn't it? :)Valerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-33066038105987608412017-05-18T10:23:00.283-04:002017-05-18T10:23:00.283-04:00Hi Bettie,
That you would offer a prayer for me an...Hi Bettie,<br />That you would offer a prayer for me and come here to read and comment when I read your post about your recent challenges, is encouraging to me! I'm praying that God surrounds you with peace and even joy through this painful time. Thinking of you today! xoxoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-48158759735589943182017-05-18T10:19:51.035-04:002017-05-18T10:19:51.035-04:00Hi Susie,
Oh my! What a shock for the ceiling to c...Hi Susie,<br />Oh my! What a shock for the ceiling to collapse and I hope no one was under it when it happened! I can imagine that your time is being taken up with repairs -- as well as your new puppy! Yet I'm honored that you took time out of your crazy schedule to read here and comment -- you are such an encourager! I'm hoping a season of serenity settles upon your household very soon -- and maybe some well-deserved rest and relaxation! xoxoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-68008186684112826252017-05-18T10:16:21.960-04:002017-05-18T10:16:21.960-04:00Hi Kristina,
I've been wondering how you are! ...Hi Kristina,<br />I've been wondering how you are! Hope things are going well as you await your new arrival! xoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-7285275752469549052017-05-18T08:55:07.733-04:002017-05-18T08:55:07.733-04:00I feel ya! There are times I don't have any wo...I feel ya! There are times I don't have any words. It makes me feel like I have nothing to give, but God must want us to rest in those moments!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-36330780521805358592017-05-17T23:13:23.310-04:002017-05-17T23:13:23.310-04:00Dear Valerie,
I am sorry you are in a drought now-...Dear Valerie,<br />I am sorry you are in a drought now--I missed you last week and sent up a prayer for you! Your trip to Rome was full of such beautiful words and photos for sharing! But even when you feel so dry, your words here today have still brought sweet encouragement to me, in my own difficult season! May you be blessed dear friend! xoxo BettieGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01184677704960428160noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-24515044087234371492017-05-17T21:50:32.457-04:002017-05-17T21:50:32.457-04:00Hi Valerie :) so great to read this and connect wi...Hi Valerie :) so great to read this and connect with you tonight! I missed you last week! i can completely relate to this- as I feel this way now-We have had so much craziness if feels like the words are just choked right out of me. So when last night a huge part of the ceiling in the family room came crashing down revealing 4 small holes in the pipes, I decided my blog post wasn’t going to happen (again :( :( ) I love this line" Even when we're depleted and lackluster, they somehow infuse us with passion and fulfillment and life again if we pour out what little we have and offer it up to God, while holding it out to those around us.” It is encouraging to think that God is at work even when we can’t see it. He is sovereign over all! Thanks for this encouragement! How great that it rained despite the forecast! So thankful for our amazing Jesus who meets our every need! sending hugs xxoxo<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-58217271334545920112017-05-17T20:54:19.684-04:002017-05-17T20:54:19.684-04:00Hello!
Sorry you are in a season of drought. They...Hello! <br />Sorry you are in a season of drought. They are rough. I am more in a stormy season of life. But you nailed it when you said that God is working in us for His purpose. That is something to hold onto, something I hold onto. Wishing you well Kristina Notestinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05060365609535858012noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-31232477864511691112017-05-17T20:27:44.620-04:002017-05-17T20:27:44.620-04:00Hi Joy,
How I love your words that our souls becom...Hi Joy,<br />How I love your words that our souls become drenched in his presence - -beautiful! I'm so honored that you'd subscribe and so happy to call you friend! xoValerie Siscohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06235325506474887234noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-237333093557464861.post-81140608877212845872017-05-17T16:20:52.656-04:002017-05-17T16:20:52.656-04:00So much resonates with me here, especially feeling...So much resonates with me here, especially feeling depleted and lacklustre (my usual state of being!), and still seeking to bring an offering, trusting God to water my soul enough for there to be sprinkles left over to share with others. Maybe we miss a deluge, but I think God continues to point out the puddles in our midst and offer us hope when we are dry and parched. Our souls become refreshed in His presence. Keep on looking for that rainbow, Valerie! I love your writing style (and the gorgeous photos), and despite currently trying to cut down on some of the blogs I follow/read, I am about to subscribe to your site. Bless you, friend! xo Joy Lentonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03486637586238798088noreply@blogger.com