tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6717421404232167953.post4037519396751966761..comments2023-10-14T08:18:50.688-07:00Comments on Life: McOmber Style: Keeping it HolyCumorahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16369168398051034622noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6717421404232167953.post-12973266842717344452009-06-02T12:53:58.766-07:002009-06-02T12:53:58.766-07:00The example you are setting is priceless. I misse...The example you are setting is priceless. I missed out on many orchestra and symphony groups because they practiced and preformed on Sundays and Wednesdays (mutual). When I made the cut for this particular group when I was 12, they gave me the choice, and I chose no because of the example my parents set, I knew it was important. She may not realize it now, but when it comes time for a defining moment, she can reflect on this experience as a source of experience and strength. Just make sure you tell her how proud you are of her for making this sacrifice, and that you know its hard, and make sure she hears your testimony of keeping the sabbath. I think these teaching moments really influence them in a way we don't realize.R A C H A E Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00634011153225989668noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6717421404232167953.post-69019361398478489172009-06-01T16:05:06.757-07:002009-06-01T16:05:06.757-07:00I'm the only one who is the 'meanie mom' so I thin...I'm the only one who is the 'meanie mom' so I think you are safe there. I do believe she will always remember it but if you make a big deal about how proud you are of her for making the right choice than it can be a positive memory.Tricia Lauritzenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05359524797583160781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6717421404232167953.post-52279873546526185842009-06-01T15:35:50.977-07:002009-06-01T15:35:50.977-07:00Cumorah, I found your blog! I love reading it, yo...Cumorah, I found your blog! I love reading it, you definitely inspire me. <br /><br />My heart would break too, if Cassidy was so sad and in tears feeling left out. But it's those principles that we have to instill in them at an early age.<br /><br />I know when I played soccer in college, it was hard to miss out on Sunday games. But I'm grateful I didn't have to make that hard choice then because I already knew what I had to do. <br /><br />Good luck! And I'm so happy to be able to keep in touch through the blogging world...and not just at Natalei's house for a party. :)Angiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16301811673714084040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6717421404232167953.post-25140840531358845842009-05-30T19:00:57.558-07:002009-05-30T19:00:57.558-07:00That is a really tough call, and I'm not sure what...That is a really tough call, and I'm not sure what I would have done. I think you handled it as best you could. What I'm really curious to know is how your conversation with Bella went after the rehaersal? Was she mad at you? Were you able to explain to her the importance of obedience and how she was doing the right thing - to the point that comfort overtook the sadness and discouragement she was feeling? I must say, I'm not looking forward to days like this where I may have to play 'bad guy' - even though ultimately it's a very good and righteous thing you did!Valerihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02946056962321151530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6717421404232167953.post-17071727412023858962009-05-30T16:21:25.034-07:002009-05-30T16:21:25.034-07:00You know it may seem as if the little things that ...You know it may seem as if the little things that we let slide will not affect us in the long run but from experience I think they do. Sunday at my house was always a day that set me up for the rest of the week. We didn't even do homework or watch TV. It was quiet and free from anything competitive or performance related. I think these were the times when the strong connections in my family were forged. I think I didn't appreciate how much I needed this until the stress of high school kicked in and it was my permission to renew and not have to do or think about anything except spiritual or uplifting things. It's hard though. It hasn't been until recently that Leia has understood why we had to say no to parties and things on a Sunday. Perhaps a family home evening on the subject might help since it's on Bella's mind right now. I look back on Sundays as some of my most treasured memories yet I have memories of school pantomimes and other musical performances with neutral feelings. I certainly don't think of my mother as a meanie even though she put her foot down. She is one of my best friends.Saquel25https://www.blogger.com/profile/09669257346895962219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6717421404232167953.post-60976475685956926212009-05-30T11:17:53.625-07:002009-05-30T11:17:53.625-07:00We have the same delemma with Ike and sports and s...We have the same delemma with Ike and sports and so far we have not played on a Sunday. I think you can use this experience to reinforce how proud you are of Bella for choosing to keep the Sabbath holy. Doing what is right isn't always easy or rewarding.Robinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12790869919158751933noreply@blogger.com