Tuesday, October 9, 2007

1/2 WAY AROUND THE WORLD



Remember these 2 lovely

dvd's that I received from England after the Salem BoyZ pulled my name out in a drawing The Salems had?


Coming all the way from the United Kingdom we were not able to view them in the U.S, because of the format used. I was going to return them to the BoyZ but Stephen did not want me to do that!!



Being very conservative and very frugal about money, things, and blessings from God, I could not stand the thought of no little children having the joy and pleasure of these lovely gifts.


SO, I contacted Stephen to see if I had his permission to pass them along. Of course, he was delighted with the idea and SOOOO these delightful Childrens dvd's are now on their way to New Zealand and Karen's lovely son and daughter. YEAH!!!!
Just think of the distance these blessings have traveled and the lives they have touched!! 4,535 miles from The United Kingdom to Oklahoma, USA, and now going to travel another 7,682 from Oklahoma, USA to New Zealand. A total of 12,217 miles!
As I was getting these in the mail, thinking about the two long trips they would make I thought about the fact that our typing fingers go flying across our keyboards and then literally around the world to one another. I know we are all aware of the far reach of Blogland and how God is orchestrating these connections between us. But today, as Postman Pat goes to the Post Office here in Coweta, Oklahoma to make this very long trip to 2 children in New Zealand the reality of it all really hit me.
It is so wonderful how we can, and do, bless one another with our words, our deeds and especially with our prayers. I am humbled daily and very, very thankful for what blogging means to me and those of you who have touched my life in such a meaningful way.
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Speaking of blessings: Jenileigh blessed me yesterday with the Mathetes Award for Excellence in Discipleship. Here are her kind words to me:
"Next is Susan the Penless Writer. Susan is a sweety. She is faithful to me even when I cannot be faithful to her. Susan is family. That is the only way I know to describe her. Not just an acquaintance but family. Her blog is real, passionate and she shares so beautiful and there are many times I leave with tears falling. Susan's heart is big and she is quick to be in prayer for others in their time of need. She is a true servant, a selfless servant! I love you Susan!"
Thank you so much Jenileigh. I am deeply touched by your kindness and your kind words. If you don't know Jenileigh check out her link and meet this delightful young mother at Jenileigh's Journey.
Since I have already passed this wonderful award on to my 5 choices I will not be passing it along again.



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20 comments:

Pen of Jen said...

Wow! Very exciting how the internet has brought the world in for each of us. Good on the award again. honestly I feel the same way!

I will be doing mine this week!
Jennifer

Frazzled Farm Wife said...

Wow....I love that those videos are making their rounds!

Ms. Kathleen said...

I am so glad those dvd's did not go to waste and that you passed them on to someone who will use and enjoy them. You have such a good heart. Congrats on your award, again!

Hugs to you!

Susan Skitt said...

Yes, so true how this blog world brings people together. Incredible, isn't it?

Justabeachkat said...

Congrats on getting the award again.

It IS so amazing how this World of Blog has allowed us to "join hands" with so many from around the world.

I know Karen will be thrilled to receive those DVDs. How sweet of you to think of this.

Hugs!
Kat

Momma Roar said...

How fun that the videos will be traveling again - if only they could tell of their adventures!!

I am glad you got this award again - God is definately using you in a big way with your blog! I hope you know how much I enjoy stopping by! I wish I could just swing by your house with the kids some mornings though.

Thanks for being such a wonderful friend!!

Jennifer in MS said...

Yes, it is interesting how quickly we can communicate all around the world and the amazing connection we have to others through blogging!

Jenileigh said...

{{{{Susan}}}} Thank-you for your kind words!

Lori said...

How sweet and thoughtful of you to send them onto someone else.

Congrats on our award.

Tammy said...

Those DVDs looks so fun! How neat that you were able to pass them along!

And congratulations on your well deserved award! :)

Knit-Wit said...

I didn't realize that European videos ran on a different format.

I love this world wide blogging community. You bring a sense of sanity to my life. :)

A Captured Reflection said...

I feel very blessed by you, what's even more exciting is that I am from the UK - I married a Kiwi, so Postman Pat has an even more special significance for me. Now don't forget to let me know your address!!!

Michelle-ozark crafter said...

That is so wonderful that those videos will be enjoyed and what a trip they have made

Mary@notbefore7 said...

How sweet of you to pass them on!

Congrats on the award again. You have clearly touched many lives.

Ruth said...

That is sweet that you are sending them to New Zeland! Hey...I'D like to go to New Zeland. Maybe I can fit in a package....

Carole Burant said...

That's right, I had forgotten that video tapes from overseas doesn't work in our machines. I think only Canada and the States have the same ones. It truly is wonderful how the internet and the blogging award has brought so many people together...I never cease to be amazed by it!! Congratulations on the award dear friend, very much deserved:-) xox

Short Stop said...

How wonderful that these videos will be blessing these young children, Susan! Yes, if the videos could tell the stories of the travel!

Congrats on the award! :)

Unknown said...

Hey Susan, I'm back! I've missed you my friend.

Boy those little DVD's have a story to tell don't they?

Did you get the email or comment I left stating that your gift for Jackie arrived and I will post a photo as soon as I can! Thanks you so much!

I loved all the photos you posted recently, but especially the one of you and Mickey on your wedding day! What *lookers* you both were!

concerned parent said...

oh what a sweety you are to pass them along! I always feel if I can not use something then it was ment for someone else.
Again Congrats on the Award I do love to stop and read.

Nadine said...

What a blessing. Again congratulations on the award. It's great that you received it twice.