Comments on: Peculiar Treasure

By: Natalie

Natalie — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:52:35 +0000

I love to read Segullah, I think everyone does a fabulous job, and I love reading the comments. This is easily my favorite online LDS community (there seem to be so many!)

When I start to try to become involved is when things get sketchier. I’ve sent in guest essay submissions and more than twice I’ve tried to have myself added to the Segullah Blog Sampler, but I’ve never heard back. If I could just take that back and go back to being “just” a reader, I’d have 100% rave reviews!

By: Paula

Paula — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:15:38 +0000

I don’t always have time to read every blog, but I am usually always glad when I do. And I don’t always have time to read every comment before leaving my thoughts (expand on comments like it has been suggested here). I just know that I don’t get the spiritual interaction with women I once got weekly before I was banished to the Primary program. And this fills that need for me.

I love reading thoughtful, church-related ideas here at Segullah, you lovely editors! Wishing you continued success and happiness.

By: Carina

Carina — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 05:51:51 +0000

Kevin, I think you’re missing a significant meaning of Segullah that was not explored in your post, but I can’t comment since the thread is closed.

And it’s fun being around here.

By: Sage

Sage — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:03:27 +0000

I’ve said it before, I love Segullah too. #21 sounded like she’d read my mind. I also read snippets of posts to my husband. I also cry or laugh frequently when checking what’s on Segullah today.

I have a lot to say, but should so to sleep so my husband can get up early for the Seminary drive.

Love Segullah. I might comment again.

By: Emily U

Emily U — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:23:56 +0000

I think Segullah actually does quite a nice job of walking the line between being orthodox but thoughtful and open to discussion. Certain topics don’t get discussed here, but that’s fine, that’s why I read more than one blog.

The only think I think is somewhat lacking here is that it seems to me that many commenters do not read other people’s comments; they read the post, then put down their two cents and leave. So there sometimes isn’t much of a discussion. I’d like it if readers engaged with each other more. I think my observation is related to Corktree’s post about feeling on the fringes. It’s a tiny bit clubby here. But I do enjoy the writing, which is why I keep reading.

By: Melissa M.

Melissa M. — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:03:44 +0000

A note to Blue, who said,
“i love everything about it except the name. not that i have a better suggestion, but it’s just kind of a weird word, despite it’s meaning (which i’ve heard but can’t ever remember).”

“Segullah” means “peculiar treasure,” as in, the name of this post.

By: Emily

Emily — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:48:06 +0000

If my husband wasn’t so sweet he would be sick of hearing me say, “Listen to what I read on Segullah (you know that blog I love but can’t pronounce?)”
I sometimes wish Relief Society could be as “real” as this blog is. I heard yesterday that a woman left the church because she felt all the women in Relief Society were perfect and it made her depressed. None of us are perfect, we all have struggles, and sometimes it’s good to open up about our challenges. That openness exists at Segullah, within a faithful framework.
I also love the respectful way people are treated (for the most part) in the comments. This is very different from most blogs, but I think this probably says more about members of the Church than Segullah in particular.
Thanks to the editors and writers! Keep up the great work!

By: Strollerblader

Strollerblader — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:41:12 +0000

I know that I can always come to Segullah to be uplifted and to have my mind broadened. I am not a writer, nor a good speaker, so I love it when others can put my thoughts and feelings into something beautiful and profound. That is what I find here.

I like reading everyone’s different viewpoints, because, frankly, I sometimes forget that even within the Church there are other ways of thinking. Duh. It helps me to remember in real life that I need to be aware and sensitive of other’s differing feelings and opinions and just that there ARE different ways to see something.

By: Tiffany W.

Tiffany W. — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:53:27 +0000

I’ve enjoyed Segullah very much. I first learned about it when you started the journal. It has been a pleasure to read the posts on an almost daily basis.

I don’t always love every post nor do I agree with everything that is written or expressed, but I do learn each time I visit this site. And reading the thoughts and concerns from others has helped me understand my own opinions and feelings better.

In the past few years, I’ve whittled down the number of blogs I read to a few. And this blog is the only expressly LDS group blog that I read. I used to read several of the major ones, but I found the tone of constant criticism about what the church is or isn’t, nitpicking of general authorities, and endless bickering over doctrine soul-crushing. The fact that I continue to visit this site daily says a great deal about what you’ve been able to achieve. Also, one of the best things I’ve enjoyed about this blog is that, for the most part, readers aren’t attacked for expressing opinions that go against the general tone. That is not something that can be said of many LDS group blogs.

By: Kathryn Soper

Kathryn Soper — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:35:23 +0000

Wow, so many awesome comments. Thank you, everyone–your feedback means a great deal to us. Kay, Ashlee, Katie, sar, Katie–we’re glad you’re with us. And al, we’re delighted to be providers of cake as well as icing. It’s wonderful to hear from our male readers, too. So much love for Segullah! Again, we’re interested in hearing your concerns and criticisms as well, so don’t be shy.