Comments on: Balcony Girls Learn about DQs: Drama Queens

By: Nancy

Nancy — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 22:53:23 +0000

Love this post. I’m 34 and I still know a lot of DQ’s. Just found your blog and I’m in love. I know what I’m going to do with my Saturday night

By: Darla

Darla — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:26:13 +0000

Important discussion. DQ's usually make mountains out of molehills and the sooner girls (or boys) learn to recognize that and not play into it the better. You are providing such a gift to your Balcony Girls. Darla .-= Darla´s last blog ..South of Broad (book) =-.

By: Linda C

Linda C — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 16:18:57 +0000

Such a great post! I love what and how you are teaching these girls Biblical principles and life lessons!
My daughter and I both cheered when middle school was over. We talked and cried (me on my pillow) through so much drama of those 7th and 8th graders. But she came through the other side and found some wonderful friends who are still her best friends (and most are now in their freshman yr. of college).

Linda C

By: Debbie

Debbie — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:42:45 +0000

Wonderful! While my “DQ” is now 25 and married, my bro & sis-in-law have THREE “DQ”s and will appreciate this very much!!!

By: Amy

Amy — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 13:25:09 +0000

I love what you are doing with your Balcony Girls. I have three girls, my oldest is 9. I would love to start a program like this for her and her friends. What an amazing gift you are giving these girls. I love reading about it. .-= Amy´s last blog ..On the Road to Relevant =-.

By: Holly L

Holly L — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 06:06:33 +0000

I just love the concept of the Balcony Girls and although my little one is only 2.5 I can see this as something I really would like to do with her. It is so inspiring and just what smart young girls/ladies need in this crazy world. Thanks! .-= Holly L´s last blog ..DIY...A Birthday Chandelier! =-.

By: grace

grace — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 04:53:23 +0000

wow. balcony girls. really cool.
…I have a four year old. And I’m already dealing with some of this DQ stuff with her–she is that girl that’s going to do good in school plays, so being a DQ herself is already a definite temptation…I just might have to use some of these ideas with her too! HA!
.-= grace´s last blog ..I’m still drinking an Iced Mocha tonight– =-.

By: The Scooper

The Scooper — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:59:10 +0000

Brilliant. My girl is only 8 yet already we are dealing with DQ issues regarding peers. You did such a great job of explaining the issues and really breaking it down. Love this!

By: Chris

Chris — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:28:30 +0000

Your timing on this was perfect- for my son. He is having problems with a couple DQs right now at 11. I am so used to being on the girl side of this problem. Thanks for the post!

By: keLi

keLi — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 23:37:11 +0000

Kudos to you for building into those girls … I teach in a high school (home to many DQs) and so much of what you wrote is so true … honestly, we just found out that our “in utero” babe is a girl, and I’m nervous …
.-= keLi´s last blog ..When Every Day is Valentine’s … =-.

By: Bridgett

Bridgett — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:12:47 +0000

Absolutely brilliant! What a perfect idea and to be honest, I think many adult women need to learn this lesson. I recently got tired of a drama queen myself and walked the other way. It's so draining, you are right. It looks like the girls had a wonderful time. .-= Bridgett´s last blog ..Chipotle Vegetable Stew =-.

By: Southern Gal

Southern Gal — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:45:10 +0000

I love these object lessons! What a wonderful way to reach those young girls right where they are. I'll have to clue in our youth leaders. Thanks for sharing. .-= Southern Gal´s last blog ..Happy Birthday to my oldest... =-.

By: Alyssa Barnett

Alyssa Barnett — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:36:09 +0000

Thank you for the wonderful reminder (girls at ANY age) can use. I needed that!

By: Alison @ Hospitality Haven

Alison @ Hospitality Haven — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 19:33:00 +0000

What a great night! Very inspirational.

By: Melissa Multitasking Mama

Melissa Multitasking Mama — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:53:22 +0000

What a wonderful gift you are giving those girls and your family...knowing how to engage people like that is half if not all of the battle. .-= Melissa Multitasking Mama´s last blog ..To be honest… =-.

By: Donnetta

Donnetta — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:43:58 +0000

This is FANTASTIC! Not just a lesson for girls either.

I know a few women who, unfortunately, have made it to adulthood still exhibiting the DQ factor in their lives with their husbands, children, friends and co-workers.

I also have to say that as an adult, it is still easy to get sucked in and is just as painful if you get caught in their crossfire unaware.

What an excellent lesson, reminder, challenge and encouragement all wrapped up in one lesson! THANKS!
.-= Donnetta´s last blog ..Seasons of the Heart =-.

By: Karla

Karla — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:20:29 +0000

Sandy: Thanks for the lesson with the girls. It is amazing how many boys really need this also as they begin to interact with girls. My son and I had a very long conversation about this very thing back in October. He was having some very big issues with a “DQ”. She was his best friend and just a little abusive. I had him stand up to her and sadly their friendship was over. As he moved passed this though he has found other friends. These friends are what my daughter likes to call, “true friends”. He has found himself happier and enjoying things with them with “no strings” attached. What a beautiful thing

By: To Kiss the Cook

To Kiss the Cook — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:35:19 +0000

I really love the Balcony Girls program. Remember very pointedly how tough middle school was and think talking in a straightforward manner about how peers communicate and why can only be helpful. Nice work!

By: Kelly

Kelly — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:55:48 +0000

I’ve been reading your blog for a couple of years now and love the way you share your heart in everything. Just wanted to say a simple thank you for sharing your life lessons with us!

By: Laurie

Laurie — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:09:59 +0000

I love reading about your Balcony Girls. I work at a middle school and have for nearly 4 years, 2 as a sub, and almost 2 as a full-time employee. I definitely see so much drama and cruelty there. I am not a teacher, so I don’t have much opportunity to actually address this behavior. I wonder if a group like yours could be started as an extra-curricular club at a school? I see it as being every bit as valuable, maybe more so, than some of the anti-substance abuse clubs, etc., because many students will never try drugs or alcohol (or at least not while very young), but every student is affected by the behavior of their fellow students.

Thanks for sharing!