tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post7075332590904145152..comments2024-02-17T17:59:25.010+10:00Comments on Christian Writers Downunder: The power of storyJeanette O'Haganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11057798704247611224noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-72635942609191567072017-05-30T08:43:17.253+10:002017-05-30T08:43:17.253+10:00I agree, Bev--and that's what made it much eas...I agree, Bev--and that's what made it much easier for my husband to part with many of his theological books. He packed some away he wants to keep, but then invited about six pastors and students he knows to come and take their pick. Then after that, another friend came and took the remaining seven boxes for theological students overseas who have very few resources. So that made him feel much more positive about it all.Jo-Anne Berthelsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09775045057529728396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-84562005902904474652017-05-30T08:38:21.249+10:002017-05-30T08:38:21.249+10:00No garden we have to care for, Susan, as we are in...No garden we have to care for, Susan, as we are in a beautiful retirement village, but the gardens all around us here are amazing. Also, our unit is on the edge of the village--from my study window, I look out onto shrubs and trees! But there is also a community vegie garden, with raised beds, and I think you can have a plot of your own there if you want. Still lots to find out.Jo-Anne Berthelsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09775045057529728396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-88699617850226841392017-05-30T08:32:15.487+10:002017-05-30T08:32:15.487+10:00Yes, that's an intriguing question, Nola--espe...Yes, that's an intriguing question, Nola--especially as I understand her first manuscript was rejected so she put it away for a couple of years, then tried again. Eek--we nearly didn't have our Anne books!Jo-Anne Berthelsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09775045057529728396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-65687786019483274402017-05-30T02:22:09.977+10:002017-05-30T02:22:09.977+10:00I have moved so many times, and each time have had...I have moved so many times, and each time have had to cull the overwhelming number of books. My husband, a non-reader, never understood the attraction, but oh how desperately difficult it has been to choose what goes... ugghhh... it's always made a little better if there are people who want the books that are on their way out the door. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07340157899289463563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-89378217522503949512017-05-29T19:45:05.433+10:002017-05-29T19:45:05.433+10:00Sounds like your move went well. I always found mo...Sounds like your move went well. I always found moving our books the hardest part and each time I tried to lighten the load. Though, for me, it is the non-fiction books I struggle to part with because they have taught me amazing truths about God which have changed my life.<br /><br />So if your new unit is the nearly the same size as your old house, I'm assuming you have a lot less garden?? Susan Barneshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07673626395112361592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-32930449045178307372017-05-29T17:49:11.968+10:002017-05-29T17:49:11.968+10:00Thanks for sharing that Jo. My parents were doing...Thanks for sharing that Jo. My parents were doing a clean-up a while back and got rid of some of my old books, though they checked with me first. I couldn't part with my Trixie Belden books or my original Peanuts paperbacks. And I bought all the Anne books as an adult, so they have a nice safe place on my own bookshelves. I wonder what Lucy Maud would say if she knew people were still buying her books and making movies and mini-series about them? Nola Passmorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08425394685430146759noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-11351908724293834552017-05-29T17:08:13.350+10:002017-05-29T17:08:13.350+10:00Thanks, Carolyn. I am about to start arranging lot...Thanks, Carolyn. I am about to start arranging lots of books on the shelves in my study in our new unit and just can't decide which ones should be close by and which could go elsewhere. I need my books on writing close by--and my lovely books on various Christian topics close to my heart. But ... er ... perhaps a few 'Anne' books and the like will sneak their way in here too, rather than go in a book case hidden away in our bedroom or in one that we think will have to go in the hallway!Jo-Anne Berthelsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09775045057529728396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-4436182346463529892017-05-29T17:05:28.973+10:002017-05-29T17:05:28.973+10:00Thanks, Di. That's exactly what we're doin...Thanks, Di. That's exactly what we're doing right now--having fun finding all those interesting things in boxes and then wondering where on earth we are going to put them. But it's all good!Jo-Anne Berthelsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09775045057529728396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-27902306490937936162017-05-29T17:04:16.776+10:002017-05-29T17:04:16.776+10:00I'm glad my post encouraged you, Jeanette. And...I'm glad my post encouraged you, Jeanette. And yes, it's a bit hard to imagine someone from the next generation and beyond loving our books all over again, but you never know!Jo-Anne Berthelsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09775045057529728396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-50990055940451160872017-05-29T17:02:30.953+10:002017-05-29T17:02:30.953+10:00Thanks so much, Anusha. We already feel so at home...Thanks so much, Anusha. We already feel so at home here in our beautiful unit, even though there are still boxes everywhere! It is lovely and quiet and my study window looks out on some green space, so it is a wonderful spot for writing.Jo-Anne Berthelsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09775045057529728396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-89499591824462011972017-05-29T15:37:23.874+10:002017-05-29T15:37:23.874+10:00So many well loved tales that live on shelves here...So many well loved tales that live on shelves here, too! Thanks Jo-Anne, great post. Carolyn Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04180744278101977974noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-13435390463456454702017-05-29T14:51:44.368+10:002017-05-29T14:51:44.368+10:00Oh the sentimental bloke....how funny your son to ...Oh the sentimental bloke....how funny your son to be just as connected to his memory-lane books as your girls!<br />Our Josh has fabulous memories of his childhood books. When he didn't need a daytime sleep anymore we tucked him up on his bed with books for 'quiet time' (for us..wink wink). For half an hour he could quietly stay on his bed with the books. Certainly made another book worm in the family!<br />Have fun arranging your books and settling into your new home Jo-Anne.<br />Di Rileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01288915294738813579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-174615646960133092017-05-29T08:47:24.982+10:002017-05-29T08:47:24.982+10:00Lovely post. Thanks Jo-Anne. What a wonderful enco...Lovely post. Thanks Jo-Anne. What a wonderful encouragement "So, whether we write for children or adults, let’s work hard to create stories that are powerful and memorable, that fire our readers’ imaginations, that touch hearts and impact lives. Then perhaps one day, by God’s grace, the time may even come when our readers will want to hang onto those stories of ours too!" <br />All I can say is Yes! Wouldn't that be incredible. <br />Jeanette O'Haganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11057798704247611224noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-54496174433934895932017-05-29T08:42:52.668+10:002017-05-29T08:42:52.668+10:00Lovely post Jo-Anne. I loved it how you have both ...Lovely post Jo-Anne. I loved it how you have both turned your children into readers and lovers of books. I like to think my husband and I have done the same thing with our son. How heart-warming to hear your children's reactions to their old books. I do agree that stories have great power and how much richer our lives with them. Thanks for the reminder Jo-Anne. And the very best to you as you settle into your new lovely unit. May you find space for ALL your books and a few more besides. May this new season of life be your best yet! :)<br />Anusha Atukoralahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00859837228901127984noreply@blogger.com