tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post8795095204384821446..comments2023-04-12T10:34:24.029-04:00Comments on Jaana's Writing Blog: 1993-2014 That's 21 YearsJaanahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-54068214915002901742014-06-25T08:16:01.832-04:002014-06-25T08:16:01.832-04:00It is amazing, isn't it! That is what makes me...It is amazing, isn't it! That is what makes me look forward to each new day.Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-39296439716901842992014-06-25T08:15:11.161-04:002014-06-25T08:15:11.161-04:00You are right Leigh Anne, I need to start planning...You are right Leigh Anne, I need to start planning and saving! I think there are more stories to come......Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-1388387331422912412014-06-25T08:14:18.639-04:002014-06-25T08:14:18.639-04:00Jackie, don't know if a trip next year is poss...Jackie, don't know if a trip next year is possible, but it will definitely be on my list!Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-26599626696260725372014-06-25T08:13:33.490-04:002014-06-25T08:13:33.490-04:00Elsie, 21 years we actually wrote real letters! Elsie, 21 years we actually wrote real letters! Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-76519010281121722742014-06-25T08:12:56.703-04:002014-06-25T08:12:56.703-04:00Judy, you are right. God really has played a role ...Judy, you are right. God really has played a role in keeping our friendship alive!Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-3823568998878584072014-06-25T07:38:43.506-04:002014-06-25T07:38:43.506-04:00It is really breathtaking when we connect with eac...It is really breathtaking when we connect with each other to see how our everyday stories are part of God's big eternal story! How the great God of the universe chooses to work in and through us! writekimwritehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02910094603036735657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-75352642110127165542014-06-24T21:48:08.269-04:002014-06-24T21:48:08.269-04:00I am so happy for you. Stories connect us - that ...I am so happy for you. Stories connect us - that was one of the things Ruth said last week at All Write. I am learning more of that every day! I am not a big traveler but Australia is the one place I would love to see. I think you need to start planning! :) Don't wait another 21 years!Leigh Anne Eckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558611848583070310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-11420948319781107032014-06-24T21:29:15.718-04:002014-06-24T21:29:15.718-04:00Oh, you must visit her in Australia! Next year wo...Oh, you must visit her in Australia! Next year would be a good time. How wonderful to have stayed connected over the years.Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04407984356664747500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-33170055024071891512014-06-24T20:19:55.928-04:002014-06-24T20:19:55.928-04:00It is amazing how easy it is to stay in touch with...It is amazing how easy it is to stay in touch with technology today, but 21 years ago it wasn't easy. Kudos to you both for working to stay connected. Yes, a trip would be awesome, start saving! :-)elsiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01348895330633879894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-83505168229655285982014-06-24T19:22:44.680-04:002014-06-24T19:22:44.680-04:00True friendships are hard to come by, but you and ...True friendships are hard to come by, but you and Annika have shown what a special bond you have and how God has worked in each of your lives. I agree with the rest, you need to plan a trip to Australia (that's on my bucket list).Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12901374472056625859noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-32476791207903747042014-06-24T18:47:37.106-04:002014-06-24T18:47:37.106-04:00This is what is special about true friendships, th...This is what is special about true friendships, they can stand the test of time!Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-36587349032001768342014-06-24T18:45:04.754-04:002014-06-24T18:45:04.754-04:00I have to really start thinking about a trip acros...I have to really start thinking about a trip across the ocean....it would definitely be fun!Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-79827081145451279722014-06-24T18:44:27.387-04:002014-06-24T18:44:27.387-04:00Memories are good. I am so grateful for the Intern...Memories are good. I am so grateful for the Internet to help us keep connected!Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-62142630553981222222014-06-24T18:43:24.740-04:002014-06-24T18:43:24.740-04:00We really did have a great time!We really did have a great time!Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-64192386015658928212014-06-24T16:31:10.150-04:002014-06-24T16:31:10.150-04:00Jaana that's such a great story of friendship ...Jaana that's such a great story of friendship that preservers over time and distance. So glad you had a chance to meet up recently. I'm smiling :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-30811675397671881532014-06-24T15:53:44.859-04:002014-06-24T15:53:44.859-04:00How wonderful that your friendship did not diminis...How wonderful that your friendship did not diminish over years or by distance. True friendship! I think a trip to Australia is in the cards for you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-10483807130446312792014-06-24T11:48:15.274-04:002014-06-24T11:48:15.274-04:00Story does connect us all, doesn't it? So happ...Story does connect us all, doesn't it? So happy for you and the reconnection you shared with Annika. It is evident how much it meant to you and how you will hold onto the memories for years to come. Until the next visit. Betsy Hubbardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10492340502962987362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-65947642067779655082014-06-24T10:42:26.365-04:002014-06-24T10:42:26.365-04:00Sounds like a great time with a dear friend. And y...Sounds like a great time with a dear friend. And yes, our stories really do connect us! I definitely think a trip to Australia is in order! Maybe next summer???Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13294455230627182656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-76523904225285114792014-06-24T10:22:37.080-04:002014-06-24T10:22:37.080-04:00Everyone needs a friend like Annika!Everyone needs a friend like Annika!Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-18529744038144701962014-06-24T10:22:16.818-04:002014-06-24T10:22:16.818-04:00So right Margaret!So right Margaret!Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-20393336360101929482014-06-24T10:21:38.505-04:002014-06-24T10:21:38.505-04:00Investing in friendships is so rewarding! When fri...Investing in friendships is so rewarding! When friends like this visit it does not feel like it is work to entertain them. Jaanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02027755562339582129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-68023681234750593412014-06-24T09:47:00.955-04:002014-06-24T09:47:00.955-04:00I have a good friend like this! Thanks for sharing...I have a good friend like this! Thanks for sharing your friendship story.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-84763436134047680992014-06-24T09:41:54.675-04:002014-06-24T09:41:54.675-04:00I love friendships like this, those that can pick ...I love friendships like this, those that can pick up wherever they left off and renew again and again. Margaret Simonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04434866104385187658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-750433799993991153.post-41546408121983956292014-06-24T09:07:29.264-04:002014-06-24T09:07:29.264-04:00I would not mind a trip to Australia, either, Jaan...I would not mind a trip to Australia, either, Jaana. What a wonderful reunion for you both. I don't see my best friend from school very often, but we pick back up as soon as we're together. So glad you've had this time together!Linda Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14983144542632353870noreply@blogger.com