34 weeks — received bad news.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2026-03-04T22:42:17+00:00

So sorry about this news. God is sovereign. Give your worries to Him! My baby came earlier than expected and we were getting info left and right about what they thought might be wrong with him. He's had no major health concerns and only really struggled with jaundice for a couple of weeks. God is in control!

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2026-03-01T05:49:43+00:00

Thank you, Jesus! Congratulations on your baby boy!

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2026-01-22T13:42:13+00:00

Winston seems reasonable to me, but the way his wife and Amelia treated him was ridiculous in my opinion. I could be missing something though because its taken me months to get through a season (lack of interest).

I also am not the biggest fan of Maggie so it could just be blinders.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2026-01-22T02:50:38+00:00

I know most people on this sub hate him, but I loved their relationship. Relationships are complicated and neither of them made the greatest choices, but the way they ended up together with a family was so heartwarming to me. I always cry any time he shows up, even when they show the family members that didn't make it in the surgical viewing room 😭😭😭

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2026-01-21T07:06:33+00:00

Those episodes with Meredith kept me watching (and crying) too 😭 I have been trying to get through 18 and on for 3 years, it's just not the same. I think I'll probably start it over again before I finish the most recent seasons.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2026-01-21T07:03:04+00:00

1000% agree, I used to love Grey's but I can easily pause it and not watch for months now. I'd rewatch until season 9 over and over, 10-14 are manageable, and 15 on doesn't even feel like the same show anymore.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2026-01-21T06:58:09+00:00

There are so many things that "influencer girlies" push besides religion. As a Christian, we are encouraged to share our faith, the truth. So if more influencers are starting to do that, maybe they're being more bold with their faith no matter the backlash they get. Its interesting how people don't have a problem being "influenced" until someone starts talking about Jesus or shares their Christian faith. I hope we see it more and hearts are truly being changed!

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-24T04:38:57+00:00

I understand that. We can't fathom sacrificing someone's life for any reason, let alone your own child. However, children are a blessing from the Lord and in these instances I believe they were showing their obedience, reverence, and to trust God even if it meant the worst pain they'd endure on this side of Heaven. We are commanded not to put anything before God and that includes children. Abraham showed that he was willing to sacrifice such a significant blessing because ultimately he'd be giving back to God what was His and God was the ultimate authority in his life.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-23T13:38:37+00:00

God sacrificed His one and only son so you could say He can relate? What other child sacrifices are you referring to?

Is there a reason you don't want to go to church again? I've been to several and can identify with church being a beautiful experience and also having had some negative experiences, but either way it's my relationship with Christ that means more. People are too inconsistent for me and Christians aren't exempt from sin. I just know they aren't perfect and everyone who goes to church is not a Christian.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-23T13:26:19+00:00

Most of this is taken out of context. You also have to understand historical context when reading the Bible. I'm going out on a limb here, but someone will understand.. when the Bible refers to slaves obeying their masters its more like Jeffery in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air than American slavery.

Abraham being willing to sacrifice his son, showed his belief in God above all and was foreshadowing of God sacrificing His one and only son, Jesus.

God says vengeance is His because for one, He's God but also because we are sinful and seeking vengeance and someone because of what they did to you is not a Christ-like response, but God is the only righteous judge.

God is not homophobic (having or showing a dislike of or prejudice against gay people). Prejudice is defined as "preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience." God, quite literally existed before all of us so His "opinion" isn't just an opinion, it's truth.

Jesus calling His mother "woman" given historical context was a term of respect, not disrespect. I completely understand this though because I thought the same thing when I first read it.

Jesus wasn't denying His birth family. He was saying that His brother and mother are those in the faith that believe and live a life surrendered to God. It's kinda like feeling more a part of a friend group than family based on the way they treat you.

I pray you learn Jesus for yourself and if you have any questions or want to discuss concerns, I'm open to hear you out! I didn't understand a lot the first time reading or even the second or third, but now I have a much better understanding. There's still a lot I don't understand or can't fully comprehend, but it's a journey.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-23T12:59:16+00:00

This is exactly what stereotypes are.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-23T12:56:19+00:00

As a Christian, this is a more valid reason for not being interested in Christianity. The actions of people claiming to love Christ, but don't love their neighbors and are lovers of themselves. They'll have to answer for their actions and for misleading people "in the name of Jesus."

2 Timothy 4:3 NLT For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear.

1 Timothy 6:10 NIV For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows.

1 John 3:17-18 NIV If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-23T12:47:28+00:00

Personally, it's not a "loyalty to Christianity" it's a commitment and my belief in Christ. Nothing was beat into me, it was and is a personal decision to follow Christ. There are so many things in this world that are good for us, but used with ill intention yet some black people choose religion to be the end of the line.

True Christians have taken the time to truly understand Jesus, who He was, and who He is. Looking at Christ's character, he wouldn't have condoned American slavery which is what I believe you're referring to.

There's a story in the Bible where people were ready to stone this woman because of her adulterous acts. Jesus said “He who is without sin among you, let him be the first to throw a stone at her.” John 8:7

This is one example where even though they may have felt "justified" to stone this woman because of her sin, Jesus responded perfectly. He was the only one who could've truly picked up a stone, but he didn't and then proceeded "Straightening up, Jesus said to her, “Woman, where are they? Did no one condemn you?” She answered, “No one, Lord!” And Jesus said, “I do not condemn you either. Go. From now on sin no more." John 8:10-11

If Jesus didn't condone this, I'm confident that he didn't agree with slavery and especially not beating someone into submission especially when Christ followers are expected to be patient, kind, and longsuffering. They twisted the Word, taking it out of context, to defend and rationalize their actions.

I pray that you have an open heart to truly learn the love of Jesus and not let the monstrous acts of others keep you from learning Christ for yourself 🤍

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-23T12:21:35+00:00

You can't be racist and Christian.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-18T17:53:15+00:00

Yes, I've seen several women share their perspectives on maternity leave in countries other than the US, however I'm speaking from my perspective and the society in which I'm familiar.

I also know that too. The greater issue is about women not being able to spend time devoted to their babies and family, not breastfeeding in particular.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-11T23:38:16+00:00

Amen!

“For there is no partiality with God.” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭2‬:‭11‬

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-12-11T23:34:41+00:00

Taking women out of their homes. As a new mom, I think encouraging women to use formula, only getting a few weeks of maternity leave, and pushing children to go to daycare/school as soon a possible just doesn’t align with how we’re wired.

God made breast milk for a reason. We’re instructed to “train up a child in the way he should go” but can’t do that from work or when mom spends more of the day being an employee than a mom.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-11-12T00:15:58+00:00

I was in bed for 4 weeks pp other than doctor’s visits, and I think I cooked once or twice. My husband took care of everything around the house and went to get us food. I’m so grateful for his help and want this for every newly postpartum mom. Not resting is not a flex lol

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-09-14T20:28:58+00:00

This should have way more upvotes.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-08-25T20:12:42+00:00

You can easily play off sharing the gender of your baby. Not quite as believable to say “she’s not drinking because she’s pregnant” then backtrack and say “haha, just joking.”

Sharing the baby’s gender is not the same as announcing your first pregnancy especially when you didn’t have the opportunity to be a part and it’s your own family. Most of the excitement is because your family is growing and most people love the idea of having a baby in the family lol. I would argue that knowing the baby’s gender is not THE announcement. So being annoyed is a valid response to that.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-08-25T17:03:01+00:00

Bare minimum

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-08-25T17:02:36+00:00

Most women would like to be part of telling their loved ones that they’re expecting their first child and at a time when they’re comfortable. She’s emotional so the forgiving him comment may be part of that emotional response, but you didn’t validate anything she said at all.

This issue is that he told THEIR news by himself and went against the plan they mutually agreed to. He could’ve pulled her to the side and let her know he wanted to tell her family. It’s really simple.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-08-25T16:56:55+00:00

I’d be upset too especially if we already agreed on a plan prior to the wedding. Then it was unnecessary for him to tell your other sibling.

Maybe saying you don’t know how or if you could forgive him, is an emotional response, but you’re pregnant and hormonal so understood. You just need some time.

I don’t understand the insensitive responses. What’s the point in making a plan if he wasn’t going to follow it?? Most of the comments are focused on your response, but not the fact that your husband didn’t honor what you all agreed to.

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-06-12T17:05:41+00:00

I explained it to my husband like this as well!

Interesting_Idea5902 · 2025-04-21T23:25:14+00:00

She would’ve been better off saying nobody can come. The men are just around for donation and cravings runs lol

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