Comments for Thoughts From Lila Gribben............... http://lilagribben.com Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:55:18 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 Comment on ‘Unpretentious Valour’ an Autobiography by William McKane by Ryan W http://lilagribben.com/2010/02/10/unpretentious-valour-an-autobiography-by-william-mckane/comment-page-1/#comment-122 Ryan W Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:55:18 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=172#comment-122 Thanks for telling me. Hope you enjoy the books. Ryan Thanks for telling me. Hope you enjoy the books.

Ryan

]]> Comment on ‘Unpretentious Valour’ an Autobiography by William McKane by lila http://lilagribben.com/2010/02/10/unpretentious-valour-an-autobiography-by-william-mckane/comment-page-1/#comment-121 lila Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:46:35 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=172#comment-121 Thank you for your comment Ryan, I'm glad you enjoyed the review. Yes I do like to read novels, although I currently have a back-log of books that I'm reading but I will keep your book in mind for future reference! Many Thanks Thank you for your comment Ryan, I’m glad you enjoyed the review. Yes I do like to read novels, although I currently have a back-log of books that I’m reading but I will keep your book in mind for future reference!

Many Thanks

]]> Comment on ‘Unpretentious Valour’ an Autobiography by William McKane by Ryan W http://lilagribben.com/2010/02/10/unpretentious-valour-an-autobiography-by-william-mckane/comment-page-1/#comment-120 Ryan W Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:43:00 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=172#comment-120 I have enjoyed reading your book reviews but especially this one. I totally agree with what you said about prison officers being overlooked and that more should be done in remembrance of those officers. After my reading of this review I would very much like to read this book. I would like to recommend a Christian novel to you. It is called "How Sleep The Brave.". I do not know if you have read it before but if you enjoy novels you will really enjoy this. If you want I will lend you it for a while Yours Faithfully Ryan W I have enjoyed reading your book reviews but especially this one. I totally agree with what you said about prison officers being overlooked and that more should be done in remembrance of those officers. After my reading of this review I would very much like to read this book.

I would like to recommend a Christian novel to you. It is called “How Sleep The Brave.”. I do not know if you have read it before but if you enjoy novels you will really enjoy this. If you want I will lend you it for a while

Yours Faithfully

Ryan W

]]> Comment on Belfast Marathon by Alan in Belfast http://lilagribben.com/2010/06/24/belfast-marathon/comment-page-1/#comment-108 Alan in Belfast Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:53:40 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=281#comment-108 Well argued! Well argued!

]]> Comment on A Serious Reflection On Education by Russell McQuillan http://lilagribben.com/2009/12/18/a-serious-reflection-on-education/comment-page-1/#comment-98 Russell McQuillan Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:23:52 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=61#comment-98 I totally agree Andrew. I think the degree and PGCE needs to be looked at. Why should someone who has studied business for 4 years be deemed higher qualified than say someone who has ran a business for 20 years ? I totally agree Andrew. I think the degree and PGCE needs to be looked at.

Why should someone who has studied business for 4 years be deemed higher qualified than say someone who has ran a business for 20 years ?

]]> Comment on The Role Of Women: Part 3 by Glenda http://lilagribben.com/2010/04/01/the-role-of-women-part-3/comment-page-1/#comment-93 Glenda Fri, 28 May 2010 14:00:09 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=263#comment-93 thanks Lila your thoughts are very (this sounds so awkward) but very thought provoking. I understand fully the dileama about wanting the best for your children but also making sure that it is in God's will also. As you know we opted for Christian Education and I have been through both Christian and secular and can see the benefits of both. It is nice to know that what we are trying to teach the kids at home is carried on in their school life which is one of the reasons we sent them, some have hinted to us thatbwe took the easy way out and should have sent them to the local primary where they could learn to take the 'stand' for God and not be such a shock when they leave at 16 and that we are forcing too much gospel on them and eventually they will rebel, but they can never be told about the gospel too often. Really enjoying your blogs! thanks Lila your thoughts are very (this sounds so awkward) but very thought provoking. I understand fully the dileama about wanting the best for your children but also making sure that it is in God’s will also. As you know we opted for Christian Education and I have been through both Christian and secular and can see the benefits of both. It is nice to know that what we are trying to teach the kids at home is carried on in their school life which is one of the reasons we sent them, some have hinted to us thatbwe took the easy way out and should have sent them to the local primary where they could learn to take the ’stand’ for God and not be such a shock when they leave at 16 and that we are forcing too much gospel on them and eventually they will rebel, but they can never be told about the gospel too often. Really enjoying your blogs!

]]> Comment on The Role Of Women: Part 3 by lila http://lilagribben.com/2010/04/01/the-role-of-women-part-3/comment-page-1/#comment-79 lila Fri, 02 Apr 2010 19:41:28 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=263#comment-79 Thanks for your comment Jessica, good to hear another woman's opinion. This is certainly a topic that evokes a lot of discussion! Thanks for your comment Jessica, good to hear another woman’s opinion. This is certainly a topic that evokes a lot of discussion!

]]> Comment on The Role Of Women: Part 1 by lila http://lilagribben.com/2010/02/26/the-role-of-women-part1/comment-page-1/#comment-78 lila Fri, 02 Apr 2010 19:37:45 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=234#comment-78 Thank you for your comment Laura, good to know someone is enjoying what I'm writing and actually agrees with me :-) sometimes these sorts of issues can be quite controversial! Thank you for your comment Laura, good to know someone is enjoying what I’m writing and actually agrees with me :-) sometimes these sorts of issues can be quite controversial!

]]> Comment on The Role Of Women: Part 1 by Laura http://lilagribben.com/2010/02/26/the-role-of-women-part1/comment-page-1/#comment-76 Laura Thu, 01 Apr 2010 23:37:53 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=234#comment-76 Hi :) I just saw a link to a post on your site on facebook and decided to investigate! Read through this series so far and just wanted to say thanks, I really enjoyed what i've read. Society today completely disregards the biblical role and purpose of women. I love that thought about the woman being. created out of a man's side so that she fits perfectly under his arm. I think Matthew Henry said something to that effect - it's a lovely quote! Anyway this has been a bit of a ramble but I mainly just wanted to let you know that i found your posts helpful and I'll be back to read more :) Hi :) I just saw a link to a post on your site on facebook and decided to investigate! Read through this series so far and just wanted to say thanks, I really enjoyed what i’ve read. Society today completely disregards the biblical role and purpose of women.
I love that thought about the woman being. created out of a man’s side so that she fits perfectly under his arm. I think Matthew Henry said something to that effect – it’s a lovely quote!
Anyway this has been a bit of a ramble but I mainly just wanted to let you know that i found your posts helpful and I’ll be back to read more :)

]]> Comment on The Role Of Women: Part 3 by Jessica http://lilagribben.com/2010/04/01/the-role-of-women-part-3/comment-page-1/#comment-75 Jessica Thu, 01 Apr 2010 21:17:54 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=263#comment-75 Well...another good one. Although women, in general, are better suited in a biological/physical context to be a baby's primary care-giver, the reality of the decision should be made by both parents. Both parents need to be involved and invested in the parenting, but the way the responsibilities are doled out should be made on an individual basis. The decisions should be based on nothing other than what is best for the family. If money is a big issue, then trying to scrimp and save on one income might cause more harm than good. If one income is the way to go, then it shouldn't matter which parent works and which stays home to take care of the kids, as long as the kid is being raised how both parents want. The end result should be a happy and healthy kid, and a happy and healthy household. HOW that works is up to each household. Homeschooling is a whole different ball of wax. From what I've seen, the biggest negative impact is socially. It can be too easy to shelter home-schooled kids from the outside world. They don't learn the social skills on the playground. This, however, can easily be remedied by making sure the kids get involved in other things, with other kids. The quality of education has to be considered. Can the parent teach as well or better than a school-teacher? Can the parent prepare the child for A-level exams? (last I read, GCSEs weren't needed) Or are you going to send the child onto secondary school? That transition can be tough, especially in the world of competition for places. However, in the end it's the parents' job to provide their kids the best start in life, to the best of their abilities. If home-schooling is going to be better, then do it (tho science experiments can be a little time-consuming to set up). Oh...and my favorite : teaching math by baking a cake. Well…another good one. Although women, in general, are better suited in a biological/physical context to be a baby’s primary care-giver, the reality of the decision should be made by both parents. Both parents need to be involved and invested in the parenting, but the way the responsibilities are doled out should be made on an individual basis. The decisions should be based on nothing other than what is best for the family. If money is a big issue, then trying to scrimp and save on one income might cause more harm than good. If one income is the way to go, then it shouldn’t matter which parent works and which stays home to take care of the kids, as long as the kid is being raised how both parents want. The end result should be a happy and healthy kid, and a happy and healthy household. HOW that works is up to each household.

Homeschooling is a whole different ball of wax. From what I’ve seen, the biggest negative impact is socially. It can be too easy to shelter home-schooled kids from the outside world. They don’t learn the social skills on the playground. This, however, can easily be remedied by making sure the kids get involved in other things, with other kids. The quality of education has to be considered. Can the parent teach as well or better than a school-teacher? Can the parent prepare the child for A-level exams? (last I read, GCSEs weren’t needed) Or are you going to send the child onto secondary school? That transition can be tough, especially in the world of competition for places.

However, in the end it’s the parents’ job to provide their kids the best start in life, to the best of their abilities. If home-schooling is going to be better, then do it (tho science experiments can be a little time-consuming to set up). Oh…and my favorite : teaching math by baking a cake.

]]> Comment on The Role Of Women: Part 3 by Ruth E http://lilagribben.com/2010/04/01/the-role-of-women-part-3/comment-page-1/#comment-74 Ruth E Thu, 01 Apr 2010 20:40:54 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=263#comment-74 Ha ha! Didn't think your earlier question would become a blog post lol. Nicely written and while stating the responsibility of parents, doesn't neglect the idea of a village raising a child. Ha ha! Didn’t think your earlier question would become a blog post lol.

Nicely written and while stating the responsibility of parents, doesn’t neglect the idea of a village raising a child.

]]> Comment on The Role Of Women: Part 2 by Ruth E http://lilagribben.com/2010/03/04/the-role-of-women-part-2/comment-page-1/#comment-66 Ruth E Fri, 05 Mar 2010 21:53:48 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=239#comment-66 Great post, loved seeing some of your wedding pics too! Great post, loved seeing some of your wedding pics too!

]]> Comment on Revival Through Technology? by Robert M. Palmer http://lilagribben.com/2010/02/25/revival-through-technology/comment-page-1/#comment-59 Robert M. Palmer Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:33:52 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=217#comment-59 I agree. Big potential, and a lot of prayer is needed for safety! I agree. Big potential, and a lot of prayer is needed for safety!

]]> Comment on Teaching Your Child To Lie?! by Alan in Belfast http://lilagribben.com/2009/12/12/teaching-your-child-to-lie/comment-page-1/#comment-46 Alan in Belfast Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:31:38 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=16#comment-46 My (very limited) experience is that by not over-egging the Santa concept - ie, not making a big deal of visiting him or expecting presents specifically from him, etc - then Littl'un treats Santa as part of the end-of-year mythology, but hasn't become fixated with him. She recognises that there are lots of Santas around - some of which she deems not to be real! - articulates that he often avoids the chimney and comes in the front door instead, but never once asked on Christmas morning what presents were from him. Santa seems to be somewhat higher up the pecking order than Rudolf, but much below parents and friends. Treat Santa casually, and kids won't make him more important than he needs to be. My (very limited) experience is that by not over-egging the Santa concept – ie, not making a big deal of visiting him or expecting presents specifically from him, etc – then Littl’un treats Santa as part of the end-of-year mythology, but hasn’t become fixated with him.

She recognises that there are lots of Santas around – some of which she deems not to be real! – articulates that he often avoids the chimney and comes in the front door instead, but never once asked on Christmas morning what presents were from him. Santa seems to be somewhat higher up the pecking order than Rudolf, but much below parents and friends.

Treat Santa casually, and kids won’t make him more important than he needs to be.

]]> Comment on Make a Choice, Make a Stand. Don’t Sit On The Fence by Diaper Cake http://lilagribben.com/2010/01/03/make-a-choice-make-a-stand-dont-sit-on-the-fence/comment-page-1/#comment-45 Diaper Cake Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:01:33 +0000 http://lilagribben.com/?p=88#comment-45 This is a great site, I love the theme you are using. I Stumbled it for you and bookmarked it on Digg. This is a great site, I love the theme you are using. I Stumbled it for you and bookmarked it on Digg.

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