Hurt people hurt people! The Origin?
March 6, 2008
My husband, Marty Daniels first said this in 1992. We all laughed and knew it was also brilliant and uncomfortably true.
It’s a favorite saying in our home and with those who know us. Hurt people hurt people. There’s so much truth in those four little words. Marty Daniels has used those words in messages, in conversations and as ways to help us make excuses for ignorance, rudeness and stupidity.
Today, as I’m preparing more items to be posted on my ebay auctions, I also have Oprah on with her special guest Bill Cosby.
Bill Cosby is giving staggering statistics and says the words “Hurt people hurt people”. Oprah repeats it. The words hurt people hurt people come up several times in conversation and Oprah really likes those words. Bill Cosby waves his hands and says, no, don’t give me credit. They weren’t mine.
At that moment, I was hoping by some miracle that Bill Cosby would mention that he heard those words from a radio show host or a comedian or a guy …. named Marty Daniels!
It didn’t happen. Bill Cosby didn’t say where he heard those words. He just said they weren’t his. I thought for a moment, a brief moment that the miracle was going to happen that my friends and I have been praying for … a big huge break for my hubby, Marty Daniels.
~Trina
Reluctant Smuggler (To Catch a Thief) Book Three – Virtual Book Tour
January 30, 2008
It’s been a long time since I’ve read a fiction book. I read one by Ted Dekker a few years ago and even a few years before that, I read one by Frank Perretti. It’s not often that I have the leisure time of reading something simply for fun.
This particular paperback, the Reluctant Smuggler caught my attention with the cover art picture showing bright beams of light on two dark figures. I expected it to be scary and it had its moments where I was on edge hoping Desi and Tony would be okay!
The author depicts each and every scene with great detail painting vivid pictures in the readers mind.
This book is captivating and full of suspense, love, mystery and faith. It is obvious the author loves and understands a lot about art.
The story is interesting and the characters are believable. I’m glad I had the opportunity to read Reluctant Smuggler by Jill Elizabeth Nelson. In this world of dealing with light and darkness everyday, I found it to be encouraging.
To purchase a copy of Reluctant Smuggler visit:
Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1590526880
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Summary:
Looting of archaeological sites is big business in a thriving art and antiquities black market. When a desperate foreign government hires Desiree Jacobs’s security company to stop the hemorrhage, she runs afoul of a deadly art-for-drugs operation. Tony Lucano risks his rising career in the FBI to dive into the international underworld after her. Before either of them can come up for air, they must navigate through a deepening murk of ruthless looters, hair-trigger DEA agents, crooked government agents, and innocent bystanders caught up in an illegal trade beyond their understanding. Even if a miracle delivers Desi and Tony from evil, will their love survive the test?
Cover art:
Author Bio:
Jill Elizabeth Nelson graduated with a degree in literature and creative writing from Southwest State University in Marshall, Minnesota. She served for three years as the senior inspirational reviewer for Romantic Times BOOKclub magazine and is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers, Christian Writers Group, and Christian Authors Network. In 2004, she served as a Christy Award judge in the romance category. Nelson and her husband have four children and live in Madison, Minnesota.
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Mosaic
October 19, 2007
Obviously, I have heard the name Amy Grant. I have heard her music and songs on the radio for many years. I own one Amy Grant cassette tape from the 80’s.
I was interested in reading this book to learn more about Amy’s success and life. I expected more details about work and how she achieved the success she has achieved. To my surprise, she talked more about her personal life than about her work. I found it interesting how intertwined everything in her life is … there’s no separation between family, friends, life, work and faith.
As I read Mosaic, I realize Amy Grant struggles with busyness and balance just as most of us do. The book is very easy to read and her writing style is conversational. I enjoyed her heart-warming stories as well as her humorous stories.
I like the following quote:
“The beauty of being in the middle of life is the vantage point it provides … Even from here I can see that growing old is not for the cowardly.” p117
Overall, I found Mosaic by Amy Grant inspirational and encouraging. I would of never called myself an Amy Grant fan because I only own one cassette, can only name a couple of songs and have never seen her in concert. If you are an Amy Grant FAN, you will absolutely love this book, Mosaic.
After reading Mosaic, I now look forward to listening to more of her music and hearing more of her compelling lyrics. After reading Mosaic and learning of Amy’s love of nature, horses, God and faith, I now consider myself a FAN and I’ll be adding her songs to my ZUNE!
God bless!
~Trina Daniels
Rural library…
July 12, 2007
My heart goes out to a poor community in Rural America to a library which is trying to reach out with books. They have implemented a literacy program for children, teens and adults.
I am trying to help from many miles away by donating books. They will give you a tax receipt if you give them a value of your contribution.
The folks in this community have limited opportunity and drive at least an hour to find work. Many years ago it was a thriving area. It is very sad to see. I don’t know what the answers are but I know the folks at this library are trying to make a difference in a positive way.
If you’d like more details about helping this small town library, please let me know!
Thanks,
Trina
