Comments on: here’s my story. what’s yours? https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/ The plot thickens. Just add cornstarch. Thu, 17 Sep 2015 21:38:15 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 By: wallflourgirl https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-302090 Thu, 17 Sep 2015 21:38:15 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-302090 In reply to Laura Dembowski.

I was so touched by your comment, Laura–you always share the most insightful things, and I’m really glad you did here. I think we all have great advice that we wish we’d take a little bit more…but then again, what’s life without learning along the way and forgiving ourselves as we do, right? I loved your story about the shirt your grandfather gave you; even though it’s sad to reflect on, I really do think that those moments enable us to look forward and learn to cherish what we have even more. Stay strong, girl! We’re with you all the way.

]]> By: wallflourgirl https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-302089 Thu, 17 Sep 2015 21:35:28 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-302089 In reply to Kate @ Framed Cooks.

I love that quote, Kate–and even more than that, I love your insight! It’s funny because when I think of myself as a young person starting out, it’s almost endearing to think what a long way ahead I have yet to go, and how many adventures are waiting out there. On another note: Ella Enchanted is my favorite book of all time and my heart’s a-flutter to think that you had a role in helping to give that book wings! I’m so glad you did, so thank you! Funny story, I met Gail quite a few years back while I was interning at a children’s lit agency and the memory of eating popsicles with her while my heart beat a mile a minute will be one that I always cherish 🙂

]]> By: wallflourgirl https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-302086 Thu, 17 Sep 2015 21:32:25 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-302086 In reply to Linda | Brunch with Joy.

Your positivity’s a joy for me to read, Linda 🙂 thanks so much!

]]> By: wallflourgirl https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-302012 Thu, 17 Sep 2015 18:26:54 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-302012 In reply to Andrea.

Andrea, I loved reading your comment SO much! Thanks for taking the time to write out that thoughtful reply–it’s awesome to hear the experiences of someone who’s having a whole new journey of her own. That’s truly amazing. I do believe that love comes in many different forms, and I’m in a bit of no-man’s land right now about where I’m at with that. But it’s good to know that we’re all out there figuring this out 🙂

]]> By: Laura Dembowski https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-301692 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 20:18:50 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-301692 What would I tell myself? Wow – that’s tough. I guess to not let other people get me down, which I could still use as advice right now. Also to not worry too much. Again I could use that advice now!!

I have weird stories like that too that stick out amid everything else. I have a shirt, for example, that my grandfather picked out when he went shopping with my grandmother. I didn’t really like it, so I never wore it. Now that he’s gone I can’t part with it and wish I would have worn it. I’m actually crying right now as I type this.

]]> By: Linda | Brunch with Joy https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-301601 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 15:57:17 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-301601 This is beautiful, Ala and thanks for being open and sharing your personal stories here. Life is a journey and sometimes we have no idea where it’s going to. So always stay positive and enjoy the ride. Sending you hugs to keep you warm!

]]> By: Kate @ Framed Cooks https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-301542 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 12:28:00 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-301542 I love this SO much. My advice would be one of my favorite quotes from Winston Churchill, which is “never give up, never give up, never never never give up.” It’s sometimes so overwhelming as a young person starting out, but everyone has so much to offer, and sometimes confidence is all you need. Also, I was delighted to see the ELLA ENCHANTED quote in your post. I’m a children’s book publisher, and that is one of the first books I ever published in my current position. It was the author’s first book, and it was a wonderful experience being part of a book that has meant so much to so many people! 🙂

]]> By: Andrea https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-301528 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 11:56:20 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-301528 Great insight! I’m 34, but I’ve learned so much in the last year about love. There are SO MANY different kinds of it, and you can hit different stages in one relationship. My husband and I are about to have our 7th anniversary, and we’ve hit that comfortable, dedicated love stage that sometimes feels sort of boring. The infatuation and romantic stage is long gone and we’re fumbling through this one. It’s still love, and a stronger love than before, a more sacrificial love, but it’s love. You can also love someone but know you’d never work out forever. So, my advice is to love as much as you can for as long as you can, but know that things change and things aren’t forever.

]]> By: wallflourgirl https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-301271 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 20:58:43 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-301271 In reply to Deb|EastofEdenCooking.

Very sound advice, Deb 🙂 I feel like I would do the same, but it’s nice to hear it from somebody else wiser!

]]> By: Deb|EastofEdenCooking https://www.wallflourgirl.com/2015/09/14/stories/#comment-301180 Tue, 15 Sep 2015 16:23:50 +0000 http://www.wallflourgirl.com/?p=5961#comment-301180 A very thoughtful post Ala! I would tell my teenager self to take more chances, be bolder and trust my gut feelings.

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