Comments for That Kellie Girl http://thatkelliegirl.com A Small Town Girl Exploring the World Wed, 22 Feb 2012 03:15:32 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by ThatKellieGirl http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-640 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 03:15:32 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-640 Well, make certain that they feel your love by reaching out. :-)

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by bahafis http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-639 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 02:37:26 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-639 Truer and wise words indeed! I often think about the relationships both myself and friends/family members have neglected over the years because of distance and not enough time. My hope is that true friends know that distance and time will never change how I feel about them.

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by ThatKellieGirl http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-637 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 20:20:17 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-637 Thanks for the blessings Bahati! And I agree there will be some things that will just remain between you and your spouse. However, we always hear about “me and my boo”, which is why I wanted to focus on how to still keep your relatonship in tact with others. From my experiences, I have found that women will keep their relationship so private that they end up isolating themselves and cutting off their support system. When they look around, especially in a time of need or even crisis that support isnt there. As the old folks used to say, “don’t forsake the fellowship”. In order to make it, we need each other. Now does that include everyone…No! We are supposed to seek WISE counsel and learn how to set boundaries with people. You might not see your girls as much, but you have to connect at least monthly, bi-monthly, or what works for you. Same for your family. This reduces stress because you have support, and it actually allows you to be more considerate and appreciative of your spouse when you connect with other couples. So to get to the point, you need both. You should be about your relationship with your spouse as well as continue to connect with others. Let’s continue to build and grow. :-) Peace.

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by bahafis http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-636 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:53:32 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-636 Congrats on your engagement Kellie! It’s refreshing to hear your news – it brought an instant smile to my face. You bring up some good points about the importance of family being a support system for you and your fiance as you both enter what will be the most critical phase in your life. I can also relate to the “bonnie and clyde” mentality you mentioned (LOL). My hubby and I have been likened as twins or siblings on a number of occasions because we do resemble one another and can always be found hanging out like a brother and sister :-)

Having been w/him for 11 years and married for the last 3, I’d like to play devil’s advocate based on personal experiences I’ve had w/my family/friends.

At times, in order for you to preserve and build a strong and healthy bond with your husband to be, you may have to turn a blind eye or keep certain folks at bay when making decisions that involve you both. When seeking advice from sister friends, mom’s, auntie, and even grandma, listen objectively, not subjectively, because they’re perspectives may not be aligned with yours.

Peace and positivity!
Bahati

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by ThatKellieGirl http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-628 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 01:51:15 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-628 Thank you Danielle! I truly appreciate your beautiful words. You have always been encouraging and so supportive. I pray that you are blessed. Do not become discouraged, jaded or bitter. Just keep God first, treat others right, and continue to live life to the fullest. Some of the best things in life come when you are least expect it because you are busy living. That is what happened to me. Love you sister!

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by Danielle http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-626 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:22:22 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-626 I have been waiting ever so patiently for this cause I always knew it was coming :-) I remember early on watching ya’ll dance together…the way you connected. Something spoke to me and said, this is right :-) I saw you together soon after at an event at Sankofa and asked you how things were going. You were like “Okayyyy….we’re taking it slow.” Don’t know if you remember but I told you then that was your boo for life! And when I told Emeka at one of the Boo Bashes how much I admired your relationship, the way he expressed to me how he felt about you…girl, like I said, I’ve been waiting on this news! I couldn’t be happier for you both.

As I’ve been personally battling with my outlook on marriage, your news and this post are right on time. I love and support both of you. You will have a blessed marriage, one that will be an inspiration for others as society continues to attack black relationships. Congratulations!

PS You’re going to be a stunning bride ;-)

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by ThatKellieGirl http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-625 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:54:19 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-625 Thank you! And you do too. ;-) I hope all is well honey.

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by nichole http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-624 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:38:14 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-624 congratulations! you deserve every bit of happiness coming your way.

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by ThatKellieGirl http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-623 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:32:40 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-623 Thanks AllyBReal! I need as much support as I can get to be the best that I can be. Have a great weekend.

]]> Comment on Freedom Friday: It Takes a Village to Raise a Relationship Edition by allybreal http://thatkelliegirl.com/2012/02/17/freedom-friday-it-takes-a-village-to-raise-a-relationship-edition/#comment-622 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 19:04:09 +0000 http://thatkelliegirl.com/?p=5668#comment-622 Aww, happy for y’all. You deserve it! And, yes, family is EVERYTHING!

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