tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post9089620784819447120..comments2023-09-15T10:21:55.537-06:00Comments on Is It Just Me?: And I Thought Last Sunday Was BadRandihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11851220760568533019noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-87367670492316567272010-02-26T13:21:16.901-07:002010-02-26T13:21:16.901-07:00Ah, I remember going on the Martin's Cove Trek...Ah, I remember going on the Martin's Cove Trek a few years ago. We did a lot of the things you talked about, such as having firesides, monthly assignments, and being challenged to walk more. And even though it sometimes seemed like a pain, I know that by doing all those things, I was so much more prepared physically and spiritually for the trek. I don't think people realize how much harder the trek will be if you aren't used to walking a lot. The girls in my ward sewed our own bonnets and skirts, but with the help of ward seamstresses...None of us knew how to sew, but it was a good experience. And the group walking thing? The young women tried to do that in our ward, and no one showed up...haha. But to those who think that there is "too much" for the kids to handle..that's just silly. I think all of those things make the experience so much better. :)Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13831868615002419643noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-91568433365044271762010-02-24T21:56:03.248-07:002010-02-24T21:56:03.248-07:00I served as a counselor to a pretty darn awesome R...I served as a counselor to a pretty darn awesome RS Pres a few years ago. People learned not to complain to her because she would put them in charge or give them an assignment to do with whatever they were whining about :) I learned a lot from her, but I hope I never have the chance to apply it. I'm very happy following and not leading.<br /><br />Good luck! I'm sure it will go well... and the kids will never forget it. I can promise you that!Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14908930035466483151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-23977108806331385112010-02-24T13:06:05.440-07:002010-02-24T13:06:05.440-07:00This made me laugh and laugh and LAUGH! I love th...This made me laugh and laugh and LAUGH! I love that you put in all of the crazy input that you got. Too funny. <br />I am a freshly-released YW president who is thankful for the break in hearing complaints--well except for dinner choices, wearing a coat, and hey, she got more! etc. ;-)aurorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05676840295957226090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-82223890529136488282010-02-24T12:15:51.642-07:002010-02-24T12:15:51.642-07:00Sound like you are in trek hell. Sounds like you ...Sound like you are in trek hell. Sounds like you need to go a little J. Golden Kimball on everyone and do what you need to do. Good luck!See Mom Smilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06336451668040366348noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-58267799291004716232010-02-24T00:00:54.336-07:002010-02-24T00:00:54.336-07:00Three cents? ok, Amy Petersons #7 idea somehow ap...Three cents? ok, Amy Petersons #7 idea somehow appeals to me but than rebelious ideas almost always appeal to me.<br /><br />For the third cent, ummmm, I like your new hair cut.rocslingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02994789444228546949noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-62113382990880243272010-02-23T22:40:39.583-07:002010-02-23T22:40:39.583-07:00Oh, my goodness. Or, as we say at work when things...Oh, my goodness. Or, as we say at work when things get super stressful (as they have every day for the past week), Heavens to Mergatroid. I don't know what that means, but it seems to help just to say it.<br /><br />The p%rn site...oops! It will be funny for you some day! Hang in there!Help I need a user name!https://www.blogger.com/profile/01502856208328830804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-42204561933957745272010-02-23T22:30:08.882-07:002010-02-23T22:30:08.882-07:00Solution #1- If people have "suggestions"...Solution #1- If people have "suggestions" make your husband be in charge of collecting them. I'm just sayin men are usually less emotional about it. I've already had to assign my husband to the crazy ones!!!<br /> <br />Solution #2- I am a strong believer in less meetings. I also get that you need some time to prep these kids. Think about the meetings you just cant live without then cancel the rest.<br /><br />Solution #3- Ask each member of your committee to PRAY like crazy for people to be excited, helpful, solution oriented. <br /><br />Solution #4 - Get back up, a member of the bishopric usually works pretty good! <br /><br />Solution #5- sounds like the relief society needs a good lesson on service, and welcoming the young women into relief society. <br /><br />Solution #6- sounds like your clothing coordinator needs back up! <br /><br />Solution #7- skip church, drive directly to Sonic order Diet Coke, and lock yourself in the car and Drink baby DRINK!!!Amy Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00265228279266685756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-31122062505105212962010-02-23T22:18:01.694-07:002010-02-23T22:18:01.694-07:00If it makes you feel any better, I recently was pu...If it makes you feel any better, I recently was put in charge of our Stake Prom. I morally offended at least three couples, had to change our plans at the last minute because it was tradition, and had three whole families refuse to participate because the prom theme wasn't based on scripture. Unfortunately one of those families is the only one that knows how to run the sound system. Two hours before the prom and I thought we were going to have to use my behemouth sound system from the eighth grade.<br /><br />I've decided it's the nature of the beast and that I want to be a counselor, not the president.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13544457837228612202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-80737760121844457132010-02-23T22:13:53.643-07:002010-02-23T22:13:53.643-07:00The only thing you can do is laugh! You know I'...The only thing you can do is laugh! You know I'm doing the exact same thing for our Youth Conference-- and have already had serious blows with several people. So I have to keep reminding myself to laugh. The hardest things to get through, usually reap the greatest rewards. Remember you are serving the LORD, and changing lives! Remember what Grandpa K always said...... "Don't the b's get you down!"Amy Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00265228279266685756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-16531989855253833932010-02-23T16:03:20.822-07:002010-02-23T16:03:20.822-07:00that's too perfect, seriously..porn, that'...that's too perfect, seriously..porn, that's the most poetic thing I've ever read.<br />sorry, that sucks...but it's a little funny.<br /><br />I hope the trek gets better for you..I have zero advice...we're having our first trek this year and had our first fireside on it on sunday...no questions were answered. I just prayed for weeks straight that I wouldn't be called to be a "ma" and I wasn't. praise the Lord.christahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01932883321764191406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-26037440580240148792010-02-23T14:25:08.547-07:002010-02-23T14:25:08.547-07:00I wonder if the real pioneers had to deal with thi...I wonder if the real pioneers had to deal with this crap.<br /><br />And I know it isn't funny, but I'm laughing about the .org/ .net mixup. Whoops. Hope that one gets solved pronto!Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16213204271141731147noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-58480610258156868492010-02-23T13:03:42.276-07:002010-02-23T13:03:42.276-07:00You were chosen by inspiration for a very difficul...You were chosen by inspiration for a very difficult job. One that may or may not have some rewards in this life but will have significance in life's of those that participate. I tended grand kids over the weekend. The dog in the household is very old and sick. On the verge of seeing the "other side." Sunday a m I hear no sound coming from the dogs sleeping space. I am thinking he probably crossed over during the night. It goes through my mind that I have no information on "what to do if the dog dies." My 16 year old granddaughter is not helpful. I say we will dig a hole in the back yard, say a prayer and put the dog to "rest." She says "I don't think I can do that." Good news, the dog lives. But it made me think of pioneer woman in the hand cart company who buried their children beside the trail. We have all got to toughen up. Get a grip. Walk it or don't walk it. Attend or don't attend. Quit complaining. Where ever you are just pick up the wagon and head west. Keep the list of names, give it to the Stake Pres for next year.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-74154836933971850722010-02-23T11:49:17.923-07:002010-02-23T11:49:17.923-07:00Years ago when I was a lowly Primary teacher, I wa...Years ago when I was a lowly Primary teacher, I wasn't the best. Then I got made into a Primary counselor and realized how hard it was when Primary teachers weren't the best. When I got released and made into a Primary teacher again...I was THE BEST!<br /><br />It's always hard being in charge when people who aren't in charge don't know how to support people who are in charge. But something tells me that you will do an AWESOME job!mindyluwhohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18443030788449986652noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-77645798428581212312010-02-23T11:02:21.260-07:002010-02-23T11:02:21.260-07:00solution: Don't do a trek. I'm not broken ...solution: Don't do a trek. I'm not broken hearted that I never went on one:)<br /><br />No, but really, good luck. I hope you are able to enjoy it:)Barbaloothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01541675474218507411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-3230517173836455742010-02-23T10:57:45.973-07:002010-02-23T10:57:45.973-07:00offer them a brownie
that'll mellow them out ...offer them a brownie<br /><br /><b>that</b>'ll mellow them out :-)Davehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02084704453299107385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-80559393739211392532010-02-23T10:42:18.192-07:002010-02-23T10:42:18.192-07:00I'm willing - heck I'm ASKING for people&#...I'm willing - heck I'm ASKING for people's input. I'm just saying that I want more than the 2 cents. If you're going to say something, just make sure there's a solution involved. <br /><br />or a compliment. <br /><br />Because that doesn't yell narcissism or anything, does it? <br /><br />I want 3 cents, people!Randihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11851220760568533019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-39241865129758006992010-02-23T10:31:33.678-07:002010-02-23T10:31:33.678-07:00Wow. Being in charge sure gives you a new perspec...Wow. Being in charge sure gives you a new perspective about how to be a good support, doesn't it? <br /><br />Hilarious about the .org vs .net.<br /><br />You are amazing. I wish I was on your team....I'd be helpful and only give my 2 cents when asked for. :)beckershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01108124933098097100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-83867111061611922132010-02-23T09:55:01.616-07:002010-02-23T09:55:01.616-07:00I've dealt with that kind of stuff before. An...I've dealt with that kind of stuff before. And that's why I never want to be in charge of anything ever ever again.<br /><br />Seriously, though, not taking it personally is the best course of action.<br /><br />However, I have no advice whatsoever about the p*rn-sight incident, though your have my deepest condolences. :)Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18270661693698065581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-7778353740355871482010-02-23T09:45:12.703-07:002010-02-23T09:45:12.703-07:00I'm sorry people are backseat driving you. I&...I'm sorry people are backseat driving you. I'd say when you get those people, give them the option to be part of the solution, instead of whining about it. "Ok fine Brother SoandSo, you are now in charge of the Ward Walking Committee." That'll shut them up! :)Mrs Andyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01737295446780857349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-64382348153293433612010-02-23T09:28:16.741-07:002010-02-23T09:28:16.741-07:00You know, in some ways I'm glad I almost never...You know, in some ways I'm glad I almost never have (get) to communicate with anyone outside my family, ever. Keep up the good attitude.LisAwayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03299284773832500834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-87898924838872082712010-02-23T08:11:24.953-07:002010-02-23T08:11:24.953-07:00I think that's just your ward's special wa...I think that's just your ward's special way of trying to make the whole experience authentic. Imagine YOU are Brigham Young, and you just told everyone to pack up and move. Except I bet the women didn't have to say, "But the girls don't seeewww!!" Can you imagine? That would be scandalous.Vernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13594878601026478892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-45917717506470331392010-02-23T01:12:39.682-07:002010-02-23T01:12:39.682-07:00Bless you and bless the brain.
I like Yvonne...Bless you and bless the brain. <br /><br />I like Yvonne's idea and I would suggest something simular. As you said you like people to give solutions not problems. I think you should insist on it. For example if someone complains about to much hiking say to them that so and so thinks that we wont get enough hiking in and the kids need to be in shape, what would you sugest, good maybe you could schedule the times that we can hike and not interfere with family time, Here are the phone numbers of all the parents involved. <br /><br />The pr&n site........funny.rocslingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02994789444228546949noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-62739315818173467352010-02-22T19:21:33.178-07:002010-02-22T19:21:33.178-07:00I always find that the ones complaining and grumbl...I always find that the ones complaining and grumbling the LOUDEST are the ones that refuse to lift a finger and help in any way, on any THING. <br /><br />There are a couple of things that bug me within a particular program but I have a deep knowledge that those serving in that organization are putting all their hearts and souls into it. I cannot go grumbling about minor things when they work so hard and have their hearts in the right place. I just cannot do that to people.<br /><br />I've been on the receiving end of the criticism, or suggestions, and it's a tough spot to be in. It sounds like you handle it well. Once, just ONCE, I'd like to gather the guts to hand over all my materials to the person complaining and say, "You think you can do a better job? Well, I'm sure you're right. Here ya go." Really, I daydream about doing that!<br /><br />The p*rn site thing is freaking funny. Not right now, not for YOU...but for us...FUH-NEE!Rhondahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15780571361141805413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-61336887177853588042010-02-22T17:48:59.915-07:002010-02-22T17:48:59.915-07:00I'm not trying to be a brown noser or anything...I'm not trying to be a brown noser or anything...but I just have to say that I am SO glad that you and the Brain are heading this huge undertaking. Thank you for the many, many, many hours that you have already put into this. I think you guys are doing a fabulous job. It's tough, at least for me, being in a leadership position and getting "feedback" like you've described. (Can I just say I love my new calling-teaching Primary.) So having had that leadership experience, I think we should support those who are willingly giving so much of their time.Tammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10833008811985509072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3007302520478956179.post-21675668489249894382010-02-22T16:24:48.884-07:002010-02-22T16:24:48.884-07:00...ok so I went back and read all the comments (cu......ok so I went back and read all the comments (cuz that's what I do - if I read them all before I respond, then my thoughts disappear from my brain) and I LOVE Yvonne's comment <br /><br />"My suggestion: Make a list of all the complainers and pass it on to your Stake leaders for suggestions for the next Trek."<br /><br />Perfect.<br />You Have to do that...Loralee and the gang...https://www.blogger.com/profile/07203655646949305050noreply@blogger.com