tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post1663969254685997443..comments2023-03-19T01:21:18.346-07:00Comments on Paper Mache : unholy fantasy lifePatriziahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06720770012584296442noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-75119430670796574392013-03-17T21:11:43.416-07:002013-03-17T21:11:43.416-07:00Your mom is a blessing & I need to get to her ...Your mom is a blessing & I need to get to her email.....Patriziahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06720770012584296442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-30051678940769324462013-03-17T13:09:14.414-07:002013-03-17T13:09:14.414-07:00Please pardon all my typos, I need to learn to pro...Please pardon all my typos, I need to learn to proofread my comments better before submitting them. <br /><br />Thanks, that verse applied for both guys and girls alike. And yes, it is a beautiful thing when love is awaken at the appropriate time. :) I think you and my mom think a lot a like (if I didn't know better I would say you two are sisters :P)! <br /><br />Thanks you for the invitation! I shall send you a blog post as soon as I think of something (or rather God lays something on my heart) and have the time to time it up. :)<br />Sir Joshua Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06554091571657063048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-89450962295332038002013-03-17T12:07:33.932-07:002013-03-17T12:07:33.932-07:00Good point, Joshua. We should be looking at Biblic...Good point, Joshua. We should be looking at Biblical/godly historical figures, anyone who upheld good character and true godly romance, instead of looking in fiction for our romance.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-33510598646561996082013-03-16T22:09:29.329-07:002013-03-16T22:09:29.329-07:00Ah, wisdom from another man here, thank you, Josh!...Ah, wisdom from another man here, thank you, Josh! Good stuff, I appreciate it :)<br /><br />Song Of Solomon is a "hot" book if you will. And you are so right about that verse, I know the one you speak of. (good minds think alike :P ) Do not stir up nor awaken love until it pleases. But, when that time comes, it does wake up! And wonderfully so! Good stuff, thank you :)<br /><br />Ok, so would you like to be a guest blogger for me? Think of something relationship wise that would benefit young ladies & young men. Let me know!Patriziahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06720770012584296442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-12643252437067745672013-03-16T21:41:32.007-07:002013-03-16T21:41:32.007-07:00Josh, you said a mouthful, but I expect that :) I ...Josh, you said a mouthful, but I expect that :) I agree with you 100% & again, good to hear a guys perspective. And yes, I would agree the Bible has some phenomenal love stories even if Mr. Darcy isnt a part of it ;) <br /><br />you said: <br /><br />" True godliness will be in opposition to anything dark, morality just means that you live in an upright and 'clean' way."<br /><br />Well said! And perfectly said! Good, good words, I will keep that in mind & use it along the way :)Patriziahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06720770012584296442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-85123358437791738482013-03-16T21:38:33.562-07:002013-03-16T21:38:33.562-07:00Samantha, you are a wise, beautiful lady :) Youve ...Samantha, you are a wise, beautiful lady :) Youve hit on everything, I have nothing left to say :) thats good, because I talk too much :) <br /><br />you said:<br /><br />"I also agree with Rachel - just because a book has "Christian" tacked on doesn't mean it will necessarily be wholesome."<br /><br />As my daughters were growing up, I found myself getting rid of books that were "wholesome", I didnt like them reading romance novels, now of course I have two in their 20's & they read romance that is beautiful, not gross. But, they can handle it & are adults. I trust them in the choices that they make & I think its kept them in a romantic mind set that is not tainted by sexual innuendos. They especially love Lucy Maud Montgomery, her books are romantically poetic. Makes my girls all melty & stuff ;)<br /><br />Cant wait to read what you come up with. <br /><br /><br />Patriziahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06720770012584296442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-82087377084226359512013-03-16T21:33:47.935-07:002013-03-16T21:33:47.935-07:00hehe... Ally... k, I wont get into my whole sermon...hehe... Ally... k, I wont get into my whole sermon on romanticizing fictional characters being that your good friend, Michaela has this thing for Mr. Thornton. <br /><br />So...... you ladies hash that one out & Ill just sit here & well... shake my head :) <br /><br />I do see your point, but....Patriziahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06720770012584296442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-59096797426549206842013-03-16T21:31:47.950-07:002013-03-16T21:31:47.950-07:00Rachel, I agree with you so much on this. We never...Rachel, I agree with you so much on this. We never allowed the books to enter our home, but it was never a concern, our daughters never wanted to read them because of convictions they have in this area. <br /><br />You've touched on something that I struggle with; the romanticizing of fictional characters. I see this a lot & I've seen the danger that comes with it. I especially see this with Mr. Darcy. Girls, especially home schooled girls have this image in their mind of a perfect-in-every-way man. Of course I have never seen him as such. Us ladies here are a bit hard on Mr. Darcy. Id love to do a blog post, but oh boy, not with all these ladies on my blog!!! :P I do not despise the man, but he really isnt what the ladies have made him out to be. I love P & P, the 95 version. I really, really do not like him until Lizzie plays the piano & then I see a sweet man. Ok, ok, lets not go there.... haha.. anyway... <br /><br /> We are anti Mr. Darcy. Probably because of what its done to so many ladies we know & the young ladies all over blogger. Its everywhere. Not sure if its peer-pressure, or each & every girl is smitten with Mr. D. If you ever find out why, would you share with me? :)<br /><br />Mr. D is not perfect. He is anything but, but somehow because he did a good deed, he is deemed a hero. So I guess that makes him perfect :) Who knows. <br /><br />I am so very happy for you that you are blessed with such a man! WOW! How good God is to provide for you! You are a lovely lady, he has hit the jack-pot! <br /><br />Who needs Mr. D when you have a phenomenal man in your life??? A REAL man! <br /><br />Im glad you like my blog.... you just never know :) <br /><br />Blessings to you, Rachel!Patriziahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06720770012584296442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-73230103198798096312013-03-16T21:03:02.396-07:002013-03-16T21:03:02.396-07:00Yes, thank you Joshua Hurt, I couldn't have sa...Yes, thank you Joshua Hurt, I couldn't have said it better myself! I do with that the media is slowly is changing how people view things as good and evil by such books and movies as these. That being said other than the excessive violence and gore I think found the Lord of the Rings to be a good read and movies. <br /><br />I have thought that much of the reason for girls having the wrong impression of what love is and and obsession with having a boyfriend is because of romance books. The verse that comes to mind is in Song of Solomon where is says "I change you, O daughters of Jerusalem, do not stir up nor awaken love unit it pleases." this was repeated many times in the book. Sir Joshua Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06554091571657063048noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-54067639125539927462013-03-16T10:28:45.834-07:002013-03-16T10:28:45.834-07:00YES! It is a dark attraction. By placing high mora...YES! It is a dark attraction. By placing high morals in the body of a demon (Vampires originated from the Fallen Ones when they came to earth and set themselves up as gods.)you make evil that much easier to swallow. <br /><br />There is a big difference between godliness and morality. True godliness will be in opposition to anything dark, morality just means that you live in an upright and 'clean' way. The devil does present himself as an Angel of Light after all (2 Cor 11:14). By cloaking darkness in a desirable love story he has created a spiritual Trojan Horse.<br /><br />Unholy fantasy is a good way to put it.<br /><br />Besides that, there are countless real life stories that are filled with high morals, awesome characters, and great love stories. The Bible is the best place I know of to find those kind of epics. <br />Seriously! Read of some of the battles and the hero's in Genesis and Judges. Many of those wars were larger in scale than those portrayed in the Lord of the Rings.<br /><br />High morals? Look at Daniel, at David, and Joseph. <br /><br />Talk about an amazing love story, look at Ruth and Boaz, David and Abigail, Esther and Xerxes, Joseph and Mary, Issac and Rebekah, Jacob and Rachel,- I think you get the picture ;) Joshua Hurthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17183058752378627804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-7334428039120334862013-03-16T10:19:55.185-07:002013-03-16T10:19:55.185-07:00I've never read "Twilight" ( and hav...I've never read "Twilight" ( and have no desire to), but I do know it is very popular, even among Christians. When did Christians become so un-discerning? Now I know people have different standards, but basically, if something would cause you to have unholy thoughts, glorifies evil, etc., we should really watch out. I know very little about Twilight, but even the basic idea of a girl falling in love/being in a relationship with a vampire doesn't sound very wholesome!<br />Earlier this year I read "Dracula". I have mixed thoughts, because if I wouldn't read "Twilight", should I be reading a book about vampires? Long story short, I did end up reading, and while I'm not sure I'd really recommend it ( not only was it creepy, but it was semi-graphic in describing the methods of destroying vampires =P) I did notice a VERY strong contrast between good and evil, to the point where Dracula ( the vampire), was seen as an extremely evil being, similar to Satan. Since when should that be considered romantic?? If you read it you would not want to have ANYTHING to do with a vampire if they were real. I was also struck by the very strong character in the book, those who were seeking to destroy Dracula. The men were very courageous, protective of the women, to the point of risking their own lives, morally upright, etc. Give me Quincy Morris over Edward Cullen any day! =D<br /><br />I also agree with Rachel - just because a book has "Christian" tacked on doesn't mean it will necessarily be wholesome. I have read a few (less than 10) books that could be considered Christian "romance novels", I either put some of the down before finishing, or was struck by how romantic in a feelings-based way they were, and knew this wouldn't be a good thing for girls to be reading, especially if they were not firmly grounded in their convictions about love and romance. <br /><br />This is something I'm very passionate about and will be writing an post ( possibly post series) on soon.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-57659855409455607082013-03-16T08:38:54.252-07:002013-03-16T08:38:54.252-07:00Hmmmmm, tricky subject. Twilight is extremely poor...Hmmmmm, tricky subject. Twilight is extremely poorly written and Kristin Stewart the worst actress on the planet, so I have no inclination to try these. :D <br /><br />I agree that girls can idolize fictional/romantic heroes. However, in this world of Edward Cullen and "unrealistic" romance, I don't see the problem in looking up to/admiring good examples of fictional heroes (as much as I'm not a Mr. Darcy fan, he's an honorable guy and he's not perfect, despite what people may think, and I don't see the harm in a girl wishing for a man like him). If they display godly character and are flawed at the same time, it can be a good thing. In moderation. ;) Alexandrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17437117457544744702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3572190928846735458.post-71754094897506385452013-03-15T21:49:07.878-07:002013-03-15T21:49:07.878-07:00I have never really understood the facination with...I have never really understood the facination with the Twilight series. I have decided not to read the books or watch the movies as I feel the whole "vampire" and "werewolf" theme isn't good stuff to be filling my mind with. When it comes to other romance stories (without the weird super-natural themes), they can tend to be more of a struggle. I've actually written myself about how dangerous fictional men can be when we set them up as the ultimate standard. Jesus Christ was the only perfect man. What we as young women should be desiring is a man endeavoring to be like Him (and, thankfully, God has blessed me with a husband who is doing just that).<br /><br />Great post!!! Your blog is so wonderful!<br />God bless!<br />RachelRachel Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01359107096579556529noreply@blogger.com