Comments on: Word of the Year https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/ Encouragement for your heart and home Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:17:50 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.3 By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-45351 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-45351 In reply to Joan.

Thank you so much for your kind words, Joan, I really appreciate them. I’m grateful blogs have played such a big role in helping us feel more connected during the pandemic. I swear I never thought it would go on for this long. While I can’t say I have my posting schedule/content calendar completely figured out just yet posting less is definitely something to consider. Thanks so much for weighing in and for all your encouragement along the way, CoCo

]]> By: Joan https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-45330 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-45330 I do so enjoy your posts, especially while we are still in this pandemic season. Blogs like yours help me feel connected. I know nothing about the blogging world, but could you post less frequently if you feel pressured for content? Love your perspective. Blessings for the new year.

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44351 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44351 In reply to Cindy Rust.

I’m getting teary all over again, Cindy, thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words. I greatly appreciate them. We usually take a few weeks off at the end of the year to focus on family and to think about how to spend the upcoming year. Blogging has changed so much since I first started and how to move forward has been on my heart for about six months now. While I feel like I’m getting more clarity every day, it still doesn’t make taking the leap any less scary. Thank you for reminding me that He holds the net. Sending you lots of hugs for a new year that’s richly blessed, CoCo

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44334 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44334 In reply to Andrea Brankin.

Such sweet and thoughtful words, Andrea, thank you so much. I really appreciate it. It’s so hard to believe we’re still dealing with the pandemic after two years but I’m thankful we’re able to support and encourage each other. It makes such a big difference! Big hugs, CoCo

]]> By: Andrea Brankin https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44307 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44307 During the pandemic blogs have really stepped into the purpose of a virtual front porch, coffeeklatsch, or a neighbor’s kitchen table…connecting us with others & giving us a sorely needed social outlet as well as creative & visual content. You have a big reach & make the most of your platform and I continue to appreciate what you share.

]]> By: Christmas to Winter Decorating Ideas – https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44303 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44303 […] can read the entire story from our Word of the Year post here if you need to catch […]

]]> By: Cindy Rust https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44130 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44130 I’ve missed so much blog reading over the last weeks due to illness and time constraints with our family. I typed your blog name into my laptop because I wasn’t seeing your posts in any of the link parties I usually join. Maybe I overlooked them. Anyway, I found your recent post that said you were going through all of the sweet comments and it made my heart skip a beat. I was hoping nothing serious had happened. And after finding this post, I’m so relieved that nothing too serious is happening. Making decisions about blogging and your business certainly is serious, but not in the way I was thinking. I hope I explained that well. You have so much to offer in your posts with encouragement and just a special way of writing. Even though I don’t know you, through your words, I feel like I do. You have inspired me more than once and I appreciate it so much. Thank you for sharing in the way that He called you to share. You are gifted in many ways 🙂 Blessings to you!

]]> By: Corrie https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44107 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44107 In reply to CoCo.

You just made me cry–happy tears. Thank you for your lovely words on a hard day.

Whatever path you choose will be the right one. You’ll find it. It’ll be like those Christmas trees, shining in the dark. I have faith that it’s waiting for you.

PS: I think you already have found your path. It’s being mindful and present. It’s sharing what’s real (even when it’s nor “perfect” or “pretty”). It’s finding beauty and community and inspiration wherever you go.

Blessings to you in 2022.

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44096 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44096 In reply to Lynda.

Thank you for your words of encouragement and for sharing your feelings on how much blogging has changed over the years too, Lynda, I really appreciate it. I know a lot of people share your sentiment about the way everything looks the same and how the “standard of perfection” is not only unrealistic, it’s also not real life. Thank you for the gentle reminder we all need to take breaks and for the grace to follow through. It’s a message I definitely need to hear. I hope your new year is filled with more love and happiness than your heart can hold, CoCo

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44092 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44092 In reply to Karen.

I appreciate that so much, Karen, thank you! I’m still trying to figure a few things out but your support means the world to me and I’m so thankful to have you here. Big hugs for a new year full of purpose and grace, CoCo

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44090 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44090 In reply to Judy.

Such sweet and thoughtful words, Judy, thank you so much for this thoughtful comment. I really appreciate it! I will be keeping it close on the days I need a pick me up. Big hugs and thank yous for being part of this community, CoCo

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44089 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44089 In reply to Cristie.

Goodness gracious, Cristie, I needed these words so much! Thank you, thank you, thank you for speaking life-giving words into my heart, for all your prayers, and sweet encouragement too. They mean the world. Big hugs, CoCo

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44088 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44088 In reply to MARGARET.

Thank you for speaking so gently to my heart, Margaret, I really appreciate it. I had no idea how much I needed to read these words until I read them. While the valley moments are not always fun to go through they are vital to our growth and definitely make our mountain top experiences that much more special. May your year be richly blessed and full of adventures. Thank you for all your prayers and sweet support, CoCo

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44087 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44087 In reply to Karen.

Thank you for gently reminding me to be more mindful to stop, look and listen to His gifts, Karen. I really appreciate it and I appreciate you being part of this community too. I hope your new year is filled with special moments and gifts of love, laughter and grace when you need it most, CoCo

]]> By: CoCo https://thecrownedgoat.com/word-of-the-year-4/#comment-44086 https://thecrownedgoat.com/?p=83431#comment-44086 In reply to Mary Smart.

Thank you for sharing these words of encouragement while in the midst of your own grief, Mary, they are such a gift. I’m sorry you’ve had a difficult year with sickness and the loss of your sister. Just one of those life stressors would have been tough but having two in the same year has probably felt overwhelming at times. While I don’t have it all figured out just yet, I know clarity will come. Your prayers and kind words along the way have already helped so much. Please know I’ll be lifting you and your family up as well as you begin a new year. Sending you big hugs, CoCo

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