Recent Reviews for Linda Settles
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Redeeming Our Treasures Companion Workbook (Book) - 11/12/2009 5:56:25 AM
Linda, congratulations. After reading the first book and after being so blessed by it I can assure your readers that this companion book will also be a source of inspiration and healing. God has blessed you richly and your readers will also be blessed. In Him, J'nia
Redeeming Our Treasures: Finding Joy in the Shadows of an Abusive Past (Book) - 8/25/2009 1:28:04 AM
Linda-
My memory is not the same as it use to be, and I am still very young and young at heart too!I believe it has much to do with a sexual "PAST", THAT I have STopped from entering my own Childrens Life and "VERY PROUD" to say I hand a huge hand and Heart in it, to lift them from the "torture and demeaning avenues of ABUSE! THERE are many forms that - see you have brought up, that I found "ASTOUNDING" and I also found astounding! Your style and word usage as you explain your horrorendous "LIFE" story you once ( and at times visit) Story! I know I still do!
Thank "YOU" for "YOU" THE STYLE in which you write! Believe!Your Word Usage!Your examples! Your Workbook WOW! YOUR STYLE in hw you share your reflections! Healings And Hope and so much more! I am truly impressed on YOUR WRITING STYLE and how "YOU" Come across to your readers and searchers (which we become) I would hope "YOUR BOOKS and STYLES which you have a Special way of, "WILL" reach "everyone" it must reach and should reach! Thank You pouring "OUT" YOUR SOULS CONTENTS!!! To help "ME" and any Spirit That was mamed from a HARD MANIPULATED "PAST" and "must" Learn to be able to have a "MUCH BRIGHTER" FUTURE They are capable of having! I KNOW and can be proud "TODAY" to say "With the right Choices, Faith,Drive,Compassion,Knowledge and Knowing and so much more, WE can be HAPPY! And HEALED and even "stop" what should have never haPpened that can destroy a Life!Future and even a Soul! Continue upward with your HEALING CARING HEART and Soul!!! Touching Others (myself included) with your Positive Touch and True dedicated Knowledge and way to say what needs to be said, and shared!!! THANK YOU as you go further strenthening others resolves in your special uniQue way and style! Blessings,Love.Peace.Light and Hugs, Purple_Passions,SHEE (SHEILA) I plan (when I get back to work shortly, to get "many" of your books, as your STYLE of POETRY also has touched "ME" DEEPLY! THANK YOU! AGAIN for being "YOU" Isn't that an Oxymoron to know that! BE PROUD! YOU! Have Come a Long Way Linda! And still your Journey never seems to end...Be Safe!HAPPY! AND Always Positive!
Redeeming Our Treasures: Finding Joy in the Shadows of an Abusive Past (Book) - 5/20/2009 3:13:35 AM
Linda,
Your Photo/Video Presentation of your book "Redeeming Our Treasures: Finding Joy in the Shadows of an Abusive Past" on your bio page is truly emotional & moving towards wanting to reach out to heal the human spirit...I am aware of the statistics involved around sexual abuse, and it is very true as you stated that sexual abuse occurs usually by a trusted family member or friend. There are also those numerous affiliates such as day care, house of worship, or even an entrusted teacher....Children all need empowered to thier voice & given the strength to know they matter, and they shall be safe.
Congratulations on your Publication, and may your words through your experience Reach, Educate, Heal, and Protect....
Much Love & Appreciation
Embraced~Embrassé
Vickie
Into The Unknown/The Third Book of Journeys (Book) - 3/1/2009 7:49:01 PM
Dear Linda, Congratulation for your third Book. Love Emile
Tried by Fire/The Second Book of Journeys (Book) - 3/1/2009 4:13:58 PM
It seems that "Tried by Fire/The Second Book of Journeys" will strike the inspirational point of the reader's heart.
I wish great sale's mark for this and all Your books.
May Your life keep diffusing the scent of inspiration.
In respect and admiration,
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Redeeming Our Treasures: Finding Joy in the Shadows of an Abusive Past (Book) - 12/6/2008 6:35:53 AM
I love your book linda and your story is touching. Please, i need your help to put me through. I am a young author and i've a book that i am yet to publish but don't know how to start.I really want the book to travel across to touch souls and also raise capital from it. I will really appreciate it, if you'll help me out. The name of my poem book is "Life Signpost" with about 100 articles, divided into five section:Prayer signpost,love signpost,attitude signpost,tribulation signpost and jubliation signpost. I'll appreciate all effort to assist me.Thank you.
Seeking/The First Book of Journeys (Book) - 12/1/2008 6:37:49 PM
If We Want to Possess It We Must Pass It Along (Short Story) - 9/28/2009 10:50:07 AM
A beautiful Allegory
Cryssa
If We Want to Possess It We Must Pass It Along (Short Story) - 9/27/2009 6:49:40 AM
What a fabulous story about the power of forgiveness. Grudges are to prisons as forgiveness is to freedom. Very well penned. Love it and you, in Christ, J'nia
It's Still A Wonderful Life! (Short Story) - 8/31/2009 7:54:21 PM
Your writings are truly inspirations. I feel your deep faith in every line. It is "a wonderful life" because God is good, all the time. Keep writing...the world needs to hear more about the possiblities of healing.
Pity the Poor Guy!!! (Short Story) - 7/13/2009 11:20:45 PM
Stir them coals, gal! Great story, I hope the rest of the trip was worth the stay.
Pity the Poor Guy!!! (Short Story) - 7/13/2009 7:20:14 AM
This guy is creepy! You handled it very well. And you gave him something to tbhink about. As a fellow authorsden writer, Karen, always says - Be safe!
Susan
Pity the Poor Guy!!! (Short Story) - 7/12/2009 1:19:35 PM
Excellent story, Linda; nice to see you back here where you belong! Welcome back!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Pity the Poor Guy!!! (Short Story) - 7/12/2009 9:35:20 AM
Was he wearing a ring? I've met a few like this one and they make my skin crawl. Good for you in responding the way you did. He is a fool but might not remain so for too long, or not. Glad you are back. Hugs, J'nia
It's Still A Wonderful Life! (Short Story) - 6/27/2009 5:18:53 PM
Thank you for continuing to share your journey of healing with us.
Cryssa
It's Still A Wonderful Life! (Short Story) - 6/19/2009 6:09:28 AM
No matter the presence of resolve to any wound I feel I have healed & there are many as you yourself also know...I read the words paved from another’s life & my soul reaches from some depth of sorrows buried yet deeper are more...sharing within myself these same words unspoken inside & all the while totally understanding these insufferable scars...undeniably knowing exactly what your heart is saying...an Yes Dear Friend..."It’s Still A Wonderful Life…”
Much Love to YOU Linda!!
& The Divine Embrace of Joy Through Revelational Expressions of Truth
Embraced~Embrassé
Vickie
It's Still A Wonderful Life! (Short Story) - 6/18/2009 12:14:36 PM
What a story! You are so right about denial and making the seeing person blind. Like the story of the Good Samartian, it was easier to ignore the wounded and go on, than to get involved and show compassion. And I hear much compassion in your voice. Thanks for sharing. Susan
It's Still A Wonderful Life! (Short Story) - 6/18/2009 10:54:53 AM
This brings an ache of pain to any real father who spent a lifetime protecting, teaching and nurturing his children. Your pain is real and sadly this happens all too often even today.
hugs
fee
It's Still A Wonderful Life! (Short Story) - 6/18/2009 9:15:59 AM
Amen! You are a very strong woman, Linda, and a survivor. The fact that you speak out about these terrible secrets that were kept for too many years, clearly illustrates your determination to help others that have come through, or may be going through, the same kind of experience. People often deny a loving God on the grounds that terrible things happen to people. What they don't see is that these things happen because of free will, not because of an uncaring God. He does grant the strength to endure, and the all-encompassing desire to be an 'angel of mercy' to others who may be experiencing the same kind of struggle. Out of that evil world comes a champion, against whom evil cannot stand.
I salute you!
It's Still A Wonderful Life! (Short Story) - 6/18/2009 7:40:47 AM
Great write, Linda; you are a survivor in the truest sense of the word. God bless you! Well done!
(((HUGS))), much love, and continued prayers~
As always, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Beloved Survivor (Short Story) - 6/11/2009 5:28:59 AM
Wonderful Linda! I really feel that Jesus went through ultimate pain and suffering for so many reasons. One is so when we have pain we can reason, "This is NOTHING compared to what my father hath done."
Amen
When the Smart Man Rebukes the Wise (Short Story) - 6/10/2009 5:57:55 AM
Great write, Linda; well penned!
(((HUGS))) And much ove, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
When the Smart Man Rebukes the Wise (Short Story) - 6/9/2009 10:32:47 AM
Your article made me laugh and smile... It never ceases to make me smile when I read something that reminds me how great the Lord's sense of humor is. My favorite (humorous) verse is in 2 Thessalonians Chapter 3... where it talks about busy bodies... hee, hee... I didn't know that word even existed way back then... but it is right there in black and white... It just makes me giggle... hee, hee...
Cryssa :~)
P.S. I often am amazed at how much the Lord obviously knows me when I open up my scriptures and find answers to the very questions which had been plaguing me. My husband on the other hand doesn't believe in my form of finding answers... hee, hee... the last time he tried just opening the scriptures randomly he opened to the last page...the VERY LAST page... as in the cover page... it is of course completely blank... His comment... hee, hee... "I'm drawing a blank on this one..." hee, hee.... Sorry... I found it incredibly funny. :~)
When the Smart Man Rebukes the Wise (Short Story) - 6/9/2009 8:08:37 AM
Zophar was smart and said lots of things that were true. Unfortunately, he did not understand Job and he did not understand God. And he sure was one miserable comforter! We all know many of those.
Why Won't She Just Shut Up! (Short Story) - 6/9/2009 7:00:27 AM
my stomach turns in memories....
but my heart sings in freedom....
Your words further empower the truth
& destroy the power of a pedophiles secrets
Embraced~Embrassé
Vickie
A Tribute to Someone Who Cares (Short Story) - 6/9/2009 6:56:00 AM
Thank You for offering this wonderful womans site to all of us!
It's amazing! & Yes has everything!
& Your Web Page "Redeeming Our Treasures" is wonderful too!
Peace, Love & Inspirations
Embraced~Embrassé
Vickie
When the Smart Man Rebukes the Wise (Short Story) - 6/9/2009 6:47:16 AM
unfortunately the work of the enemy is everywhere at all times in ones life, a constant choice to contend; everbearing with an all eye watching to grab a moment of intrusion upon our spiritual goodness
always trying to breach the rock of our strengths
I enjoyed reading this story Linda & I also believe "his time is coming"
Embraced~Embrassé
Vickie
When the Smart Man Rebukes the Wise (Short Story) - 6/9/2009 5:31:00 AM
Uh... I know a few of them. lol. or maybe not. They seem to come out of the woodwork when you are down. Bless you, J'nia
A Tribute to Someone Who Cares (Short Story) - 5/13/2009 12:21:54 PM
Thanks for sharing this, this is so true.
A Tribute to Someone Who Cares (Short Story) - 5/4/2009 5:25:19 PM
Well said. In Him, J'nia <> <
A Tribute to Someone Who Cares (Short Story) - 5/4/2009 4:19:52 PM
Great write, Linda; well penned!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Why Won't She Just Shut Up! (Short Story) - 4/30/2009 11:14:26 PM
For the sake of other children who will also be probable victims, I am supporting your voice to speak out the truth - and fight for it. Victims of incest may recover but their scars remain and the family she hopes to receive comfort from eventually forsake her. "Corpuz" is a story of an abuser, and he has received just punishment for his crime (it is a crime) but his daughter and granddaughter will carry the stigma all their lives. We pray for your cause and through your book, which I hope becomes a movie, may God expose this hidden cancer in our society.
Cynthia
Three Destructive Parenting Styles to Avoid (Article) - 6/16/2009 3:04:05 PM
Negative role models. . .and yet somehow we are destined to believe they are "right." I love the way my niece, nephew, and son/daughter-in-law have changed the rules for their families. Joyous children with manners!
Three Destructive Parenting Styles to Avoid (Article) - 6/9/2009 10:37:05 AM
And then there are the three types of destructive teenager attitudes... hee, hee...
Just kidding... But I must say that parenting wouldn't be quite so difficult if all children thought rationally. ;)
Cryssa :~)
Sharing is Caring (Article) - 6/9/2009 10:33:43 AM
We are glad to have you back... :~)
Cryssa
Sharing is Caring (Article) - 6/7/2009 6:52:51 PM
What an opportunity! Thanks for sharing. Susan
Three Destructive Parenting Styles to Avoid (Article) - 6/7/2009 7:21:09 AM
Excellent advice. Thanks Linda. Hugs, J'nia
Three Destructive Parenting Styles to Avoid (Article) - 6/7/2009 4:42:25 AM
...and the grandparent style...love em, spoil them and then send them home to Mom and Dad on a sugar high to get revenge on your kids...just kidding lol
Fee
Sharing is Caring (Article) - 6/2/2009 11:26:08 AM
It sounds like it was a profitable experience for all parties.
Sharing is Caring (Article) - 6/2/2009 6:36:37 AM
Good for you. I have been wondering how it all went for you. Glad it was an experience so worth while. Bless you, J'nia <> <
My Calling (Article) - 5/18/2009 4:08:54 PM
I love this, Linda! It reminds me of one of my old poems from years ago, The Called of God. I learned a long time ago, to lean on him, and he's never let me down. May your blessings always outshine the pain.
My Calling (Article) - 5/17/2009 3:26:54 PM
Dear Readers,
I'm glad my sister shared her heart with me here in the den--and with you as well. We are, after all, among friends. Those of you who share my vision to lift up the broken hearted and dignify the broken lives of adult survivors of childhood abuse, may need to grab a hankie (as I did) before you read Donna's comments (uh, letter).
It was worth it all Donna. If I could have found another way, I would have, but I couldn't and God gave me grace to endure. My life explodes with joy, with wonder, and love. What more could I ask? I am most wonderfully blessed.
Love,
Linda
My Calling (Article) - 5/17/2009 11:44:30 AM
This is a really sweet and hopefull writing. It also is one of much scrafice!!! I know as a younger sibling how thankful I am that you took me under your wings and today I feel like I can fufill a calling because of the safty I felt then and the protection you provided. I thank God that He put you in my family and that you loved and cared enough for all of us younger ones to protect us the best you could and not abondon us to the evil that wished to devore us. I believe that God is goig to use your life and your story to bring healing, health and protectionto to many, many,many more!! I know that God also used your life to bring much protction and health to 5 little kids that you loved and that needed you so much. You did the best you could to protect, encourage, guide and yes even show us who Christ was. At 14 I felt like giving up and you led me by your life and your love for me to Christ. I remember you and Rose praying for me kneeling at a bedside in your room. The World needs to know thise as they read your book. That even in the mist of great pain and hurt that you were enduring you brought hope for all those around you and always went beyound your pain to give us joy and to try and make life good for us and to show us most of all a path to God. Because of that if all your siblings reconize it or not we can live out our callings. What the emeny meant for bad and to devore us God will use to bring freedom and hope to a world of hurting people. I love you and appreciate and reconize all the many scarfices that you made all your life. Still you scarfice much to bring hope and healing to such a hurting world you continue to bless all of us in so many ways. This could have been private message but I feel your readers need to know how much I appreciate my big sister who has been a gift to me, my brothers and sisters and to all those near or far that have meet her weither in word of deed. Love ya, your little sister, Donna
My Calling (Article) - 5/17/2009 5:44:13 AM
Yes, He certainly will. Well penned and full of wisdom. In Him, J'nia
My Calling (Article) - 5/16/2009 11:15:28 AM
Well written sage advice with great images used for punctuation. Nicely done Linda.
hugs
Fee
Strengths of a Recovering Sexual Abuse Survivor (Article) - 5/14/2009 9:12:52 AM
Linda I think this article would be great for teens of Sexual Abuse.
Growing Beyond Abuse Will Take All You've Got: (Article) - 4/30/2009 11:55:43 PM
Linda, the fact that you are able to write about it is a great step toward your healing. A child so traumatized by abuse may grow into an adult but the pain and the fears are still there, and only the Power of God can remove all those hurts. "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18) He Who formed you in your mother's womb guards your life like the apple of His eye, for you are His treasured possession, and He holds you right now in the palm of His Hands. As you share your testimony, His Power moves in your life for you will bring healing to many, and your light will shine forth like new day! Fear not for no weapon formed against you will prosper and you will refute every tongue that rises to accuse you, that is your legacy as a child of God, a warrior for His Truth! You bless us with your writings!!!
Cynthia
Response to Hate Comments (Article) - 4/30/2009 11:31:34 PM
Your article shows the dilution of what the majority today view as "right" and "wrong". The proliferation of nude and semi-nude music videos, video games, and movies have remarkably anesthetized the public and child molestation no longer shocks, pedophilia, child porno, incest, they are all "addictions" and social irritants, not CRIMES. A child sexual offender is always prone to repeat the offense and there's no way of monitoring his recovery progress, if there is one. Some who send comments of "compassion" and forgiveness should measure the sincerity and resolve of these offenders before they are even allowed back into society. I've seen hate mail and it can character assassinate a writer out of context, it gets personal in the end, vile, vicious, and full of malice.
Cynthia
Growing Beyond Abuse Will Take All You've Got: (Article) - 4/27/2009 1:20:49 PM
Hello,
Greetings. I am led of our Lord to encourage the hurting people of this world in Blogging and videos. I did a YouTube Video, "Help For A Hurting World". I thank you for sharing your article here. In my video, I recommend three books. Go to the site, view my video with the above title, and do pray for me.
I am a former pastor's wife, and I am used in the giftings of the Holy Spirit.
Do you believe in the giftings of the Holy Spirit being used in our world today? If so, I will encourage you, as "He" leads. Do let me know.
I shall recommend your article, also. Thanks for your prayers.
God will help you in your difficult situation, which you are experiencing at this time. Put your hand in the hand of our Savior. I am encouraging people via the internet and Blogs, as the Lord leads me. I have one article at this site and one Blog.
Read them and pray over them for me, as I will do for your works.
Elizabeth
Strengths of a Recovering Sexual Abuse Survivor (Article) - 4/26/2009 7:46:14 AM
Yes, very clear and compelling statements here as always. To face the truth is life affirming and to run from it is a daily death, death to all the beautiful potential God has in mind for us. Bless you, J'nia <> <
Growing Beyond Abuse Will Take All You've Got: (Article) - 4/26/2009 7:38:35 AM
Why? a question some never ask because they know that the answer is more than they can bear. But to tackle it in a safe environment is to loose at least one of their fetters. And it is this initial sample of freedom which often spurs them on to want to taste some more. At least that's the way it was for me. It still is I guess as I asked another "why" question a few weeks ago and more truth was revealed to me.
Your message is so true Linda. Bless you, J'nia <> <
Resentment Leads to Addictions: (Article) - 4/23/2009 1:45:32 PM
Lots here to think about and reflect on, so many people are so easy to find someone else to blame or look down on people with addictions.
Fee
Resentment Leads to Addictions: (Article) - 4/23/2009 12:26:25 PM
I recall St. Paul, in I Corinithians 13 wrote - Love ... does not keep a record of wrongs. As you said, the same with resentments.
Growing Beyond Abuse Will Take All You've Got: (Article) - 4/23/2009 12:24:49 PM
So true. The body remembers when the mind doesn't. For me, the sense of smell can evoke strong memories - some good.
You have quite a ministry of helping others.
Hope For Harmony (Article) - 4/21/2009 7:12:59 AM
Thank you for sharing this prayer concern for this loving family and especially for this little girl. God will have his way, whatever that may be. Blessings and prayers, J'nia
Hope For Harmony (Article) - 4/21/2009 6:15:25 AM
May this beautiful child enjoy a refuah shleyma, a complete recovery!
Alan D. Busch
Hope For Harmony (Article) - 4/21/2009 5:55:35 AM
I am reminded of a song that says..."With God, nothing is impossible, but you must reach and take his hand..." It sounds like that is just what this family has done.
May Harmony and her family be blessed.
Cryssa
Stepping Now! (Poetry) - 11/19/2009 5:21:36 PM
Very positive, revealing your heart. You are stepping lively with your Lord! A real uplifter!
Connie
Stepping Now! (Poetry) - 11/4/2009 8:00:13 AM
One small step for man, one giant step for mankind. Armstrong? The first man to walk on the moon. A step in to joy is so much more rewarding and just as difficult to accomplish as a step on to the moon's surface. Love it. Hugs, J'nia
The Aqua Bowl (Poetry) - 10/31/2009 7:36:05 AM
Ouch. This one hit home. It knocked my front door down. Much said with few words. Pain is universal and this is nicely expressed.
Stepping Now! (Poetry) - 10/31/2009 7:34:25 AM
Beautifully inspired. This is how a person feels when they are walking with the Lord God. Excellent, Linda.
Absent Minded Friends (Poetry) - 10/8/2009 5:51:07 AM
Magnificent!
Absent Minded Friends (Poetry) - 10/5/2009 2:59:30 PM
hee, hee... SO true!
Cryssa
Absent Minded Friends (Poetry) - 10/3/2009 11:20:51 AM
I don't care who wrote it, I love it...all too true.
fee
Absent Minded Friends (Poetry) - 10/3/2009 6:25:23 AM
LOL Very clever. I love it. May I paste it on our bathroom mirror to remind ourselves that we too have too many oughts in our days? Hugs, J'nia
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/30/2009 6:23:38 PM
It reminds me of II Timothy - St. Paul's swan song in poetry.
Susan
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/29/2009 4:37:00 AM
Amen!
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/28/2009 10:46:27 AM
There are days I am ready to just go away to the place where peace reigns... but I know that I have work to accomplish here first, a work that He has asked me to do.
Cryssa
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/27/2009 1:33:18 PM
Such a beautiful prayer of deep passion and devotion, you are truly blessed this day and always...
Be always safe,
Karen
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/27/2009 6:54:32 AM
I hear you. A prayer of the contrite heart whom God loves. In Him, J'nia
One More Time (Poetry) - 9/26/2009 5:26:10 PM
Powerfully moving, Linda; you reached deep into my soul with your verses. The photo very effectively complements what you express via your verses. Love and best wishes,
Regis
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/26/2009 5:24:01 PM
Prayerful, this reads like a psalm and stands as a testimonial of your faith. Thank you, Linda. Love and blessings to you,
Regis
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/26/2009 4:49:20 PM
Excellent written piece Linda,I enjoy reading it,take care
EDWIN
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/26/2009 4:13:48 PM
Linda your majestic affirmations of God's goodness,and all you feel for Him,is inspired and uplifting for all. So many of us feel this way in this present time of distrust and unease with our leaders. Splendid poem!
I Am Ready (Poetry) - 9/26/2009 3:58:15 PM
He hears your cries, Linda; a most beautiful prayer! Very nice; brava! Well done!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
It's Never Too Late (Poetry) - 9/16/2009 7:44:41 AM
An absolute gem, Linda! Loved the lyrical flow of your powerful words.
Anna
One More Time (Poetry) - 9/11/2009 7:33:46 PM
Very passionate expression of a mother's heart.
Susan
One More Time (Poetry) - 9/10/2009 11:58:27 AM
Amen! One day that unconditional love will pay off in big dividends.
One More Time (Poetry) - 9/10/2009 5:10:41 AM
Ypur beautiful words...a Mother's unconditional vow wraped within the tender lovingness of completions to know all forgiveness....yes we do love our children forever....Beautiful Opening of Your Heart Linda....
Much Love, Peace & Inspirations
Vickie
One More Time (Poetry) - 9/10/2009 4:47:15 AM
Very well written
One More Time (Poetry) - 9/9/2009 8:47:57 PM
Linda,
The passion, the depth of feeling, the bond of parent and child strike me in the face...the writing is so strong and immediate and ever so real. Excellent work!
John
One More Time (Poetry) - 9/9/2009 2:19:40 PM
Understanding sentiments and praise God she did return home, perhaps this time for keeps...
Be always safe,
Karen
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