tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post3378198879210798806..comments2024-01-28T02:19:35.150-06:00Comments on Tales from the Coop Keeper: Humiliation in Crystal RiverJayme Goffin, The Coop Keeperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16760868033826492236noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-90308092852145898972012-02-24T09:47:02.291-06:002012-02-24T09:47:02.291-06:00You do so.much.good with a post like this. Sharing...You do so.much.good with a post like this. Sharing your deepest feelings and shortcomings and then rising to the TOP! You had the same determination at 270 pounds that you do now, it took that to get into a wet suit to realize the dream of swimming with the manatees. That's our biggest fault, not seeing the qualities that we possess, only aware of physical beauty. You are coming to terms with all the monsters in your closet and sharing the good stuff with us... love ya Jayme!Joy Tiltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04183952085695405635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-37230471273252433642012-02-16T15:07:24.324-06:002012-02-16T15:07:24.324-06:00Your post made me laugh then cry. You rock, girl.
...Your post made me laugh then cry. You rock, girl.<br /><br />ChrisYour Canadian Friendnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-80107959101705422522012-02-12T13:16:41.939-06:002012-02-12T13:16:41.939-06:00Good Post! You write so cleverly funny, and yet wi...Good Post! You write so cleverly funny, and yet with a heart-touching serious note to it!<br />Wanted to write and say "Thanks" for sharing the "Best Evah Beef Stew" recipe!! Tried it last night...and the fam just raved over it!! Second helpings were a must with this creation! Just awesomely good it was...and you're right...it was worth every minute of effort that went into it!!<br />Thanks again!!Amy W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05515525422366541627noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-70673834475132978492012-02-11T18:13:55.453-06:002012-02-11T18:13:55.453-06:00Jayme, you are my hero. I could have written this ...Jayme, you are my hero. I could have written this post about myself and my own miseable experiences as overweight and embarrassed. But I would never have your courage to expose myself to others. I chickened out of the Program with David, too. I kept reading his website and your posts, but kept telling myself I could never do it. <br />I use my poor health and my husband's cancer as excuse to hide from the truth...I am afraid to try and fail. Maybe some day, Jayme, just not now. Please, keep sharing with us. We need you. Thank you, Dear LadyHedy Kinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10374206655203728491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-30149940369425163262012-02-10T16:05:59.310-06:002012-02-10T16:05:59.310-06:00Girlie -- you are about the bravest gal I *know*. ...Girlie -- you are about the bravest gal I *know*. I am proud of you. How many people have those *H* moments and just roll over and give up?!!! Carry on with your head held high :)<br /><br />Blessings!<br />GailAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09253567615198041943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-57840062052676296622012-02-10T10:15:45.988-06:002012-02-10T10:15:45.988-06:00I agree with the poster that pointed out that at t...I agree with the poster that pointed out that at the same time you decided to "take the bull" by the horns you also were entering the world of menopause, the not so delightful world of saggy skin, the "girls" not being perky anymore and so on. I am 51 and trying to keep up with a 6 yr old and a 9 yr old so I'm feeling my age on some days. I have always had body issues whether I've been thin or heavy. I have decided that I will never be totally comfortable in my "skin" whatever the scale says so my goal is to be as healthy as I can so I'll be around for my girls and my grown son for as long as the good Lord allows me.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09739494109862289958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-59960681293748781912012-02-09T12:29:40.906-06:002012-02-09T12:29:40.906-06:00". . . it's about life. It's about l...". . . it's about life. It's about living. It's about facing adversities one at a time - calling that voice in your head that tells you you're pitiful a liar. Shouting it as you cross the line of a marathon! It's about flinging that kettle bell high in the air realizing that there's nothing you can't do if you'll only put your mind to it. Your past only defines you if you let it." Rock on.<br /><br />I just love you jaymee!<br /><br />Where can one go to get a daily dose of inspiration like your blogs, nowhere, you are the best,. . .you. . you. . . you move me ÜNancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17967166694435822050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-65316717189090874712012-02-09T07:45:53.124-06:002012-02-09T07:45:53.124-06:00Jayme... Im about to embark on the same journey y...Jayme... Im about to embark on the same journey you're on... only not the same regimen... Id love to be able to email with you and have someone to keep me focused... you seem like the perfect person for that... let me know if you're interested.. <br /><br />thanks for being you!<br />~NakiaNakiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04936487428254519979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-91251249296441056502012-02-08T21:33:03.135-06:002012-02-08T21:33:03.135-06:00Oh Coop, I had all kinds of deep and meaningful th...Oh Coop, I had all kinds of deep and meaningful things to say about this adorable post, but then you go and slap up a picture of Ryan Gosling and now my brain is mush.Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01760820420778613121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-18710170499823144762012-02-08T20:37:30.784-06:002012-02-08T20:37:30.784-06:00I keep lurking, and have been thinking: Man, I so...I keep lurking, and have been thinking: Man, I soooo need to comment on one of these posts that my friend Jayme writes...so here it is! :-) I think you are one amazing woman. As someone who has struggled with weight my whole dang life (I remember being told by a doctor when I was THREE that I looked like a fat little basketball...and then he told my mom to feed me carrots. I freaking hated carrots for a loooooong time), I love the stories you share about your journey to where you are at now. Being on a journey myself, it helps to hear what someone else has done...and I am very proud of you! All of us here at 1/3 acre farm are rooting for you (even the chickens, who are a tad snooty).<br />--Cris<br />chickenladysgreatadventures.blogspot.comCrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07113165762530349213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-82602296202288171912012-02-08T18:05:56.896-06:002012-02-08T18:05:56.896-06:00Oh what a story! And what a message!
Yes, I thin...Oh what a story! And what a message!<br /><br />Yes, I think you also hit it right in your first sentence.... you're hormonal. You know Jayme you're changing your lifestyle around by eating better and exercising at the exact same time that God has chosen to change your life around by giving you hot flashes, wrinkles, saggy skin and telling you that the ovaries are kaput. Anybody would be a bit confused and stressed from time to time. Things are better by your own doing but then they are also worse just through the fault of time which has decided to give you a tangible knock up the side of the head right now. <br /><br />All I can say is "Keep Keepin' On" and you'll find a level of peace with the changes and exhilaration for life still to come.<br /><br />Wish I could share a cup of tea and swap stories .... you're a beacon!<br /><br />Grace(GBS) NewsFromTheHillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00508150515457316537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-24137993858261582442012-02-08T13:16:21.615-06:002012-02-08T13:16:21.615-06:00Compelling post, Jayme...thank you! Laughter is s...Compelling post, Jayme...thank you! Laughter is so good for us - releasing wonderful pain-killing endorphins. And, Julie, I love those verses - some of my favorites.Diannehttp://www.mysouthernheart.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-9339482401490100262012-02-08T09:41:05.791-06:002012-02-08T09:41:05.791-06:00Jayme...keep on...here's the BESTEST to memori...Jayme...keep on...here's the BESTEST to memorize and say while you train and when think you are gonna hit that "wall"...<br />"But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. <br /> They will soar high on wings like eagles. <br /> They will run and not grow weary. <br /> They will walk and not faint." (Isaiah 40:31) ONE of my favorites... When we are weak...we are actually just beginning to find our strengths... "I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me." (Phillipians 4:13) RAH! xoxo the cupcakes are DIVINE...by the way...two thumbs up! hugs.Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11503664045488972731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-13916878978120013122012-02-08T07:18:53.611-06:002012-02-08T07:18:53.611-06:00I have read this post at least 5 times, and the fi...I have read this post at least 5 times, and the first two times it made me laugh...and the third, fourth and fifth times I cried a little...because it SO hit home with me! Had a hysterectomy a few years back, when I was 40 lbs. heavier than I am now, and while waiting to go into surgery I had 3nurses ask if I was there for gastric bypass...HUMILIATED! I so look forward to each and every one of your posts, Jayme...you are my HERO!Leslie at SugarAndSpiceADK.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09311900004547134837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-8681424135448998712012-02-08T06:54:39.527-06:002012-02-08T06:54:39.527-06:00Love your post!Love your post!Laurahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02076872647506475270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-51717077860109153812012-02-08T06:12:13.289-06:002012-02-08T06:12:13.289-06:00You bring a tear to my eye! When I look at pics o...You bring a tear to my eye! When I look at pics of myself from when my kiddos were little, I see nothing I like. I so identify with your story!!!<br /><br />And I didn't laugh. I remember what it was like.Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06450443439870553260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-30108247451529438542012-02-08T04:46:09.489-06:002012-02-08T04:46:09.489-06:00You are a continuing source of inspiration to me. ...You are a continuing source of inspiration to me. Thankyou.Verahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13235143664894609891noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-89810720655251187672012-02-08T00:09:03.699-06:002012-02-08T00:09:03.699-06:00i just love you jayme.i hope that doesn't soun...i just love you jayme.i hope that doesn't sound wacko. the suck it part had me almost in tears. you are funny and beautiful and honest and i want to adpot you as my big sis. {and take some hot pics of us in wetsuits to send to ryan;D}Mandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10041240496017131851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-86177334196783211172012-02-07T23:58:24.209-06:002012-02-07T23:58:24.209-06:00I can only believe that you have been a healing mi...I can only believe that you have been a healing ministry to someone reading this tonight....pure; from the heart post Jayme!!<br /><br />I love this place!<br />God Bless,<br />Barbra.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-61254170963666029332012-02-07T21:27:10.811-06:002012-02-07T21:27:10.811-06:00What a way to end my evening with a great laugh. ...What a way to end my evening with a great laugh. Always love visiting here with you.Debihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03580566645138790920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-23110661115811015222012-02-07T19:17:41.604-06:002012-02-07T19:17:41.604-06:00You are so sweet to share this with us. You never ...You are so sweet to share this with us. You never know how many lives you touch - in a POSITIVE way.<br />I clicked on the link to read more about HOW you are doing this.<br />Thank you!Laura S Readinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09812735660993028271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-86162316910689282432012-02-07T17:48:00.443-06:002012-02-07T17:48:00.443-06:00Thanks Jayme. You are an inspiration. I so enjoy...Thanks Jayme. You are an inspiration. I so enjoy reading your posts....usually they are hitting me in the face and I have to face those things. Thanks for sharing. Hugs.Joanihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17079320105957390525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-81442388443580201042012-02-07T17:47:22.074-06:002012-02-07T17:47:22.074-06:00That was hilarious and I don't mean to be mean...That was hilarious and I don't mean to be mean. I could feel your humiliation at the scene you described but the way you wrote it was stand up comedy hilarious. You are an encouragement to many!Comfypjshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12189757592002061446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-24855859055297459842012-02-07T16:54:11.296-06:002012-02-07T16:54:11.296-06:00Thanks Jayme for sharing your humiliating event. W...Thanks Jayme for sharing your humiliating event. We definitely all have them. One of mine also involves trying to get into a boat, in the Cayman Islands while we were swimming with the stingrays. I had to be pulled and shoved into the boat. But at least we have had the experience of being in the water!! Thanks for your encouragement in this journey!Mary Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06623042998380529619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1220470666707560125.post-89924571899549820672012-02-07T16:50:30.476-06:002012-02-07T16:50:30.476-06:00I can imagine how bad that must have felt being to...I can imagine how bad that must have felt being towed in. But, look at you now hot mamma! And I get humiliated all the time when I wanna run out for a large diet coke and a redbox movie in sweats, t-shirt with NO bra, and big fuzzy boots and see a co-worker! Arrg. BTW, is Ryan Gosseling wearing a t-shirt, a cape, and a scarf? Weird.Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09061400095754073817noreply@blogger.com