Think I'll sit down here for a bit... (5)

[seajoy]

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[dinkime]

yay! i did it!!

[filosofer]

I though there were twins here: dinkime and seajoy. ;)

In Christ's love,
filo

[Radiata]

You are very determined. I'm going to 3 solas in 5ive minutes and will make an update in my thread probably tomorrow. This time I will have pictures!! :) Can't wait to show you the things that happen there. What are some good file hosting sites? I'm still new to uploading pics to the net.


And somebody please tell me why I have 4 wiki's! What did I do to get them?

[DaRev]

You are very determined. I'm going to 3 solas in 5ive minutes and will make an update in my thread probably tomorrow. This time I will have pictures!! :) Can't wait to show you the things that happen there. What are some good file hosting sites? I'm still new to uploading pics to the net.

Photobucket.

[RadMan]

yay! i did it!!Hye---how's everything in A-------- town? South of St.louie. Haven't been there for awhile. Did they ever get the Eminent Domain issue figured out on the shopping center?

[Radiata]

Ok, I'm back and I got the pictures. Problem is, they're in my car right now. Other problem, Mr. Spix looks too much like RadMan. Except for the fact that he has all white hair.

[seajoy]

Other problem, Mr. Spix looks too much like RadMan. Except for the fact that he has all white hair.
Huh? :scratch:

[RadMan]

Ok, I'm back and I got the pictures. Problem is, they're in my car right now. Other problem, Mr. Spix looks too much like RadMan. Except for the fact that he has all white hair.LOL--who's Mr Spix?

[Radiata]

Bob Spix is a great man in our church. He was at 3 solas today, and kept asking question after question. All of which he already knew the answer to.

He is also one of the first persons to ever hack the Pentagon. This is back in the day when hacking wasn't heard of. So, the government gave him a big wad of money, and told him to never do it again nor tell others how to do it. I'll do all the uploading tomorrow. Right now, it's hot, and I need to get some sleep. Way too much to do right now. (homework.)

[dinkime]

Hye---how's everything in A-------- town? South of St.louie. Haven't been there for awhile. Did they ever get the Eminent Domain issue figured out on the shopping center?


not sure what ever happened with any of the eminent domain -- except that Clayton is not blighted, lol

[ctay]

Had both of the granddaughters over. Took them to the fair too. They have never been, the youngest was scared of the rides and the 7 yr old wasn't scared to get on anything.

[Zecryphon]

I thought I'd pop in over here for a dose of some good Lutheran sanity. Is that an oxymoron? :confused: hehehehe The universalist heretics in ND are driving me up a wall, and down it too! :help: LOL It's good to be home. Ahhh! :groupray:

[LilLamb219]

Not much going on...but glad to see you here!

[RadMan]

not sure what ever happened with any of the eminent domain -- except that Clayton is not blighted, lolOH---guess you moved then

[dinkime]

OH---guess you moved then

i live near arnold, but don't know the news there -- flipper was the one who knew! :( i am in south county and where i am is unincorporated, so nothing exciting here, lol

[RadMan]

i live near arnold, but don't know the news there -- flipper was the one who knew! :( i am in south county and where i am is unincorporated, so nothing exciting here, lolOh yea--forgot---you live near where I used to live on Butler Hill Rd.

Say where is flipper? She was serious when she said she wasn't coming back. So sad.

[dinkime]

she is around on the board (last i saw) just not here :(

[ctay]

It sure has been quiet in the Lutheran forums for sure.

[filosofer]

i live near arnold, but don't know the news there -- flipper was the one who knew! :( i am in south county and where i am is unincorporated, so nothing exciting here, lol

I helped fill a pastoral vacancy at Pevely about 22 years ago.

In Christ's love,
filo

[RadMan]

I helped fill a pastoral vacancy at Pevely about 22 years ago.

In Christ's love,
filo
Small world RS

[Zecryphon]

It sure has been quiet in the Lutheran forums for sure.
Well if you guys could somehow roll back that minor piffling ruling about non-Lutherans starting a thread for a debate I could help you alleviate the boredom here. I know, I know, suggesting change amongst Lutherans is grounds for excommunication. But I'm throwing it out there anyway. LOL

I happen to know a non-denom Universalist who has said he would love to debate Universalism here. You guys could chew on him for a while. That would be fun! LOL I don't talk to him anymore as I've concluded he is completely off his rocker. His cheese has slipped off his cracker, and every other cliche you can think of. LOL

[RadMan]

Well if you guys could somehow roll back that minor piffling ruling about non-Lutherans starting a thread for a debate I could help you alleviate the boredom here. I know, I know, suggesting change amongst Lutherans is grounds for excommunication. But I'm throwing it out there anyway. LOL

I happen to know a non-denom Universalist who has said he would love to debate Universalism here. You guys could chew on him for a while. That would be fun! LOL I don't talk to him anymore as I've concluded he is completely off his rocker. His cheese has slipped off his cracker, and every other cliche you can think of. LOL
Take him to the main TCL forum. We can debate him there.

[LilLamb219]

Well if you guys could somehow roll back that minor piffling ruling about non-Lutherans starting a thread for a debate I could help you alleviate the boredom here. I know, I know, suggesting change amongst Lutherans is grounds for excommunication. But I'm throwing it out there anyway. LOL

I happen to know a non-denom Universalist who has said he would love to debate Universalism here. You guys could chew on him for a while. That would be fun! LOL I don't talk to him anymore as I've concluded he is completely off his rocker. His cheese has slipped off his cracker, and every other cliche you can think of. LOL

Hey, there used to be a Universalist who used to post regularly when I first came to the forums. Wonder if it's the same guy. I can't even remember his name though...getting old. :confused:

[DaRev]

But why would we want to invite someone who is reportedly "off his rocker" to debate in here at all? Sounds like it's an invitation to a flame fest.

I have no problem with people coming in and asking legitimate questions in debate form, but purposely inviting someone in who's "cheese has slipped" is a recipe for disaster, especially after we've fought so hard to keep nincompoops like that outta here.

[ctay]

I try to stay out of debates

[Zecryphon]

I know of three die-hard universalists who are active in ND right now. Ben12, James415 and Tavita. Do these names ring a bell in the senior noggin?

[Zecryphon]

Well Lambie, said not too much was going on around here, and I thought this would be a good way to spice things up around here. What's more fun than chewing on a universalist for a day or two? LOL

[Jim47]

Well Lambie, said not too much was going on around here, and I thought this would be a good way to spice things up around here. What's more fun than chewing on a universalist for a day or two? LOL



I don't see that he would have much chance ^_^

[RadMan]

But why would we want to invite someone who is reportedly "off his rocker" to debate in here at all? Sounds like it's an invitation to a flame fest.

I have no problem with people coming in and asking legitimate questions in debate form, but purposely inviting someone in who's "cheese has slipped" is a recipe for disaster, especially after we've fought so hard to keep nincompoops like that outta here.Main TCL forum. Main TCL forum.

[DaRev]

The animals...

http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w254/jweatherell/puddinspooch.jpg

[Zecryphon]

I don't see that he would have much chance ^_^
That's kinda the whole point. You work in ND, you know what's going on over there! LOL

[Zecryphon]

Main TCL forum. Main TCL forum.
I've just opened a thread in the ND section inviting Ben12 and any other universalists that wish to participate in a debate in the TCL forum about universalism. I have told them to read the forum rules so there are no misunderstandings about the rules or protocol. We'll see what turns up.

[dinkime]

filo-- when you were in pevely, we weren't really attending church & i was only 6, lol

[DaSeminarian]

I have been dealing with a computer crash the past few days. Hard Drive was in bad shape and had to have replaced. Could not get anything backed up for less than $500.

Had to re-install all my programs, but Data was lost.

Have I missed anything?

[seajoy]

I have been dealing with a computer crash the past few days. Hard Drive was in bad shape and had to have replaced. Could not get anything backed up for less than $500.

Had to re-install all my programs, but Data was lost.

Have I missed anything?
I've stopped by a couple of times...but most of my posts have been deleted by staff. ^_^ :blush:

[filosofer]

filo-- when you were in pevely, we weren't really attending church & i was only 6, lol

Nov 1985 - May 1987

In Christ's love,
filo

[dinkime]

is anyone here on facebook??

[ctay]

is anyone here on facebook??
What's facebook?

[ctay]

My 2 granddaughters have been here since friday evening, they were supposed to go home last night but they are still here.

[dinkime]

What's facebook?

facebook is similar to myspace -- just as secure with people being able to find you or not -- but a lot easier to use! it started out just for high school & college kids, but now it has opened up to everyone :)

[LilLamb219]

I've stopped by a couple of times...but most of my posts have been deleted by staff. ^_^ :blush:

Yikes...sorry, seajoy. It wasn't anything personal! :sorry:

[ctay]

facebook is similar to myspace -- just as secure with people being able to find you or not -- but a lot easier to use! it started out just for high school & college kids, but now it has opened up to everyone :)
I started a spot on myspace but couldn't figure it out to much so I gave up

[DaSeminarian]

facebook is similar to myspace -- just as secure with people being able to find you or not -- but a lot easier to use! it started out just for high school & college kids, but now it has opened up to everyone :)


I didn't like MySpace. I always got a lot of Porn Spam. I got tired of going there to delete it all the time so I just deleted my account.

[DaRev]

Yeah, MySpace is a cess pool.

[dinkime]

facebook is SO much cleaner! and they have church groups bys synod and all sorts of cool stuff :) and it is about 1000 times easier to add fun stuff than it is at myspace

[LilLamb219]

Bleh...I'm just getting so upset at Foru.ms lately. It gets worse daily :( I just want to complain, but it does no use. It's not going to get better, is it? :(

[DaRev]

Bleh...I'm just getting so upset at Foru.ms lately. It gets worse daily :( I just want to complain, but it does no use. It's not going to get better, is it? :(

Just stay here in TCL. We're not so bad. :)

[KimLCMS]

Bleh...I'm just getting so upset at Foru.ms lately. It gets worse daily :( I just want to complain, but it does no use. It's not going to get better, is it? :(
Don't let yourself get too discouraged! There are a lot of people here who are making a positive difference in the lives of others. I'm sure you have planted many seeds that the Lord will care for. He's using you to do His work on earth!

Peace be with you!
Kim

[RadMan]

It would have been our 2nd anniversary on Oct 1st. :(

[porterross]

It would have been our 2nd anniversary on Oct 1st. :(


:hug: :crossrc:
She sure didn't give it much time, did she? I thought you had been together longer than that. How sad that she didn't give you the opportunity to work together on things that might have been less than ideal. Did she even try to take you to the woodshed to adjust yout attitude? It seems as though she just gave up. :scratch: :(

[RadMan]

I don't know what to say PR-----------she never tried at all. Even though she said she tried to "fix" things. I'm really observant and I still don't know what went on.

I've lost my enthusiasm for life. I should be out gathering and cutting wood and working on my "farm" that I love. But I just can't get motivated to do anything. I've lost all interest in anything but getting away and traveling. I've let my friends and family slide. I'm getting to be a cranky old man. I can't even get any interest in seeing other ladies. Just seems to be too much of a hassle and not worth my time.

There---I had my pity party.

[porterross]

I don't know what to say PR-----------she never tried at all. Even though she said she tried to "fix" things. I'm really observant and I still don't know what went on.

I've lost my enthusiasm for life. I should be out gathering and cutting wood and working on my "farm" that I love. But I just can't get motivated to do anything. I've lost all interest in anything but getting away and traveling. I've let my friends and family slide. I'm getting to be a cranky old man. I can't even get any interest in seeing other ladies. Just seems to be too much of a hassle and not worth my time.

There---I had my pity party.
These things take time. You need to allow yourself some time to process the grief of coming to terms with the future and outcome of your life that you were set on. It's not something that's going to happen in a short time.

As hard as it is, you should force yourself to take care of the work tasks around the house. You'll feel better and it will likely help clear your mind of the fog being created by your focus on what's wrong. It works for me and I'm a hard-headed analytical thinker, too, which is not always a good thing.

When people don't do what they said they were going to, it's hard for use to get our heads around, right? You sure as heck meant your vows, why didn't she? I know exactly what you're going through, but it will pass, if you allow God to take the weight of it off your heart and out of your head. You must pray for mercy and relief. He will help you. You know that. :pray:

Have you been going to church? Are you being fed? Is there a pastor you can just sit and vent with? Does AAL sponsor anyopne offer counseling services in the area? I saw an Aid Assoc. referred counselor for a while after my divorce and it did help.

I really wish you'd find someone trained and ordained to share your feelings and disappointments with so he could help you find some peace and resolution within. A collar would be the first thing I'd seek. Surely there is someone who would be willing to help you begin to heal. :hug:

[RadMan]

I was counseling with my pastor for awhile and he helped but I have a problem with using him. Odd feelings stand in the way because, to me, he hasn't fulfilled his call and therefore I can't take him seriously though what he says has helped me somewhat. I am in transition on finding another church so I wouldn't be using him anyway.

I just ran out of my 5HTP and that helps when I take it. I need to get back on it. I use that instead of prescription meds. I have an affinity against drugs.

Thanks for your insight. :thumbsup:

[LilLamb219]

It would have been our 2nd anniversary on Oct 1st. :(

Bummer :sigh:

[Jim47]

Where is Seajoy? I thought she would be on here by now.

[LilLamb219]

I miss her!

[QuiltAngel]

Sorry to hear you are having a rough time like that. Anniversaries can do that to a person.

Dinkime, I am on facebook. Like it much better than myspace.

[dinkime]

QA -- thanks for the PM, i have requested you as a friend :)

[ctay]

Guess I'm going to have to check out facebook

Rad hope you find the peace you need.

My mother in law was put in the hospital yesterday, the dr doesn't know what's going on yet and he's going to start running some tests on her. She wasn't feeling good, by the time she was put in the hospital her blood pressure was way to high. She has to deal with parkinson's too. She'll be 85 in November. She could use some prayers

[seajoy]

Where is Seajoy? I thought she would be on here by now.
Here I am. :) Too tired last night after my trip.

[seajoy]

I've lost my enthusiasm for life. I should be out gathering and cutting wood and working on my "farm" that I love. But I just can't get motivated to do anything. I've lost all interest in anything but getting away and traveling. I've let my friends and family slide. I'm getting to be a cranky old man. I can't even get any interest in seeing other ladies. Just seems to be too much of a hassle and not worth my time.

There---I had my pity party.
It's ok, Bro....Jesus is holding you close. :hug: Had my share of pity parties in my life too. God understands those. He knows we are human.

Just talk to our Lord...tell Him you are tired, and having a tough time. This is when He is strongest. :prayer:

[LilLamb219]

Hello Seajoy!!!!! :wave::wave::wave::wave:

[seajoy]

Hello Seajoy!!!!! :wave::wave::wave::wave:
Hi back at ya! :hug:

[LilLamb219]

Tell me something new! :)

What's up, what's happening? Anything exciting?

[seajoy]

Tell me something new! :)

What's up, what's happening? Anything exciting?
Nope...nothing exciting. Just the usual...a little depression mixed with anxiety...oh, and pain thrown in too. Nothing much changes for me.
It was a nice, fake, happy hello from me this morning, though...right?

Sorry. :( Not your fault.

[LilLamb219]

And the Academy Award goes to ....


Seajoy!

:)

I'm sorry to hear you're hurting. I don't like it when people are in pain and in those times I wish God would give me the gift of healing!!! I'd love to remove the pain!

[PreachersWife2004]

I have some good news that might cheer people up.

First of all, my brother started his new job this week. He has climbed the ladder of success so quickly, and he is even quicker to give God the credit for it. Now he and his family must move, or else he faces a two hour commute one way, and it bothers him terribly to be away from his daughters.

PLUS...

They just found out they are expecting, TWINS, again! My twin nieces are 5 and just started Kindergarten. They were born on Christmas Eve. This time around, she is due around the end of May.

This has been an interesting time for babies in our family. My mom was somewhat sad in that she might've had three sets of twins in the family, but she is still joyful about the upcoming babies.

[RadMan]

I have some good news that might cheer people up.

First of all, my brother started his new job this week. He has climbed the ladder of success so quickly, and he is even quicker to give God the credit for it. Now he and his family must move, or else he faces a two hour commute one way, and it bothers him terribly to be away from his daughters.

PLUS...

They just found out they are expecting, TWINS, again! My twin nieces are 5 and just started Kindergarten. They were born on Christmas Eve. This time around, she is due around the end of May.

This has been an interesting time for babies in our family. My mom was somewhat sad in that she might've had three sets of twins in the family, but she is still joyful about the upcoming babies.Twins---don't ya just love 'em :) Little giggle butts

[PreachersWife2004]

giggle butts describes my nieces to a tee!!

[Jim47]

I have some good news that might cheer people up.

First of all, my brother started his new job this week. He has climbed the ladder of success so quickly, and he is even quicker to give God the credit for it. Now he and his family must move, or else he faces a two hour commute one way, and it bothers him terribly to be away from his daughters.

PLUS...

They just found out they are expecting, TWINS, again! My twin nieces are 5 and just started Kindergarten. They were born on Christmas Eve. This time around, she is due around the end of May.

This has been an interesting time for babies in our family. My mom was somewhat sad in that she might've had three sets of twins in the family, but she is still joyful about the upcoming babies.



Good news indeed :thumbsup: It would be so nice to help little twin babies in your arms. Maybe I'll have that chance some day, I hope. Congrats to your brother. :thumbsup:

[seajoy]

And the Academy Award goes to ....


Seajoy!

:)

I'd like to thank all the little people that made this award possible....but I don't think there is anyone here that's shorter than me! ^_^ :doh:

[LilLamb219]

Awesome news about the twins!!!

LOL Seajoy, you're a hoot!!! :)

[seajoy]

LOL Seajoy, you're a hoot!!! :)
Feeling better tonight, thank you. :) Some days I just annoy myself. (and probably everyone here) :sorry:

[Jim47]

Feeling better tonight, thank you. :) Some days I just annoy myself. (and probably everyone here) :sorry:


Ahmmm, Yer being silly again :hug:

[seajoy]

I debated with myself on whether to talk about some news I got today...but I would like to ask for prayer. A couple of you here already know about this, but many others are my friends too...and I just need Christian encouragement right now. :groupray:

I got a call from my doctor's nurse today that I have a suspicious mass after having a mammogram last friday. I will be having ultrasound and another mammogram before anything else is done. We are in the "wait and see" mode right now.

I hope it is ok that I talked of this here.
Thanks everyone. :hug:

[LilLamb219]

Feeling better tonight, thank you. :) Some days I just annoy myself. (and probably everyone here) :sorry:

Nah, only "serial reporters" annoy me these days ! Not from our forum though...other ones.

[seajoy]

Nah, only "serial reporters" annoy me these days !
I like Cinnamon Life. :)
you annoyed yet? :P

[LilLamb219]

hehee No, I'm giggling ^_^

[Jim47]

I debated with myself on whether to talk about some news I got today...but I would like to ask for prayer. A couple of you here already know about this, but many others are my friends too...and I just need Christian encouragement right now. :groupray:

I got a call from my doctor's nurse today that I have a suspicious mass after having a mammogram last friday. I will be having ultrasound and another mammogram before anything else is done. We are in the "wait and see" mode right now.

I hope it is ok that I talked of this here.
Thanks everyone. :hug:


Prayers coming your way :)

Remember what I told you today, God loves you. :holy:

[seajoy]

Prayers coming your way :)

Remember what I told you today, God loves you. :holy:
Thanks Jim....and yes, I remember. :)

[RadMan]

Prayers for you Sis.

They will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

[LilLamb219]

I debated with myself on whether to talk about some news I got today...but I would like to ask for prayer. A couple of you here already know about this, but many others are my friends too...and I just need Christian encouragement right now. :groupray:

I got a call from my doctor's nurse today that I have a suspicious mass after having a mammogram last friday. I will be having ultrasound and another mammogram before anything else is done. We are in the "wait and see" mode right now.

I hope it is ok that I talked of this here.
Thanks everyone. :hug:

Hey, this posting got snuck in there and I didn't see it til now!!!

Prayers for you on this.

[seajoy]

Thanks Rad and Lambie :hug:

[filosofer]

Yes, add my prayers for you as well.

In Christ's love,
filo

[WildStrawberry]

Praying for you sweetie! Let's hope it's just something fibrous or something.

But, if it IS something else...You'll be FINE. I speak from experience you know. ;)

Let me know if you need an ear...I can give you my number or whatever!!

Kae

[latebloomer]

Prayers for Seajoy and everyone in the prayer thread.

Twins--wow. My husband's sister has twin girls, seniors in high school now. Once in a while I can even tell them apart. I have a cousin who once wrote in the family history notebook at a reunion "still single, not seeing anyone". 10 years later, he had 6 kids, including 2 sets of twins--one set of boys, one set of girls. My neices' birth announcement read: "double our pleasure, double our fun".

[DaRev]

I think that Universalist Debate thread has quickly turned into a looney rant. I knew that was a bad idea. :doh:

[RadMan]

I think that Universalist Debate thread has quickly turned into a looney rant. I knew that was a bad idea. :doh:Yea but it's an exercise in constraint for me and somewhat of a comfort that I can hopefully now have a dialog without going off the deep end. I've been dealing with anger and resentment for a year now and with God's mercy I hope I can see my way clear again and not fall into that pit.

[Zecryphon]

I think that Universalist Debate thread has quickly turned into a looney rant. I knew that was a bad idea. :doh:
He said he would love an opportunity to debate universalism in the Lutheran forum. I find it odd that I'm still waiting for him to actually get to a defense for universalism. Who knows when that'll be. One of the things that is frustrating in talking to him is that he can't stay on topic. He's all over the place, jumping from one topic to the next without any clue of where he'll eventually end up. He's ranting now, but wait til he gets to the raving. Then the real fun begins! LOL

[Zecryphon]

Yea but it's an exercise in constraint for me and somewhat of a comfort that I can hopefully now have a dialog without going off the deep end. I've been dealing with anger and resentment for a year now and with God's mercy I hope I can see my way clear again and not fall into that pit.
You're doing great so far. You haven't even broken a sweat with this guy from what I can tell. Plus I'm also learning alot from you guys on how to deal with a universalist. Your approach is a lot different and more effective than mine. But then you guys know your stuff, where as I'm just a babe in the woods. Well actually the desert, but now we're just splitting hairs that I no longer have. LOL

[DaRev]

He said he would love an opportunity to debate universalism in the Lutheran forum. I find it odd that I'm still waiting for him to actually get to a defense for universalism. Who knows when that'll be. One of the things that is frustrating in talking to him is that he can't stay on topic. He's all over the place, jumping from one topic to the next without any clue of where he'll eventually end up. He's ranting now, but wait til he gets to the raving. Then the real fun begins! LOL

Well, it's near impossible to "debate" someone who makes things up as he goes. :doh:

[porterross]

Well, it's near impossible to "debate" someone who makes things up as he goes. :doh:


No, no. Did you miss the bit where it is revealed to him? :doh:

Apparently we are missing out by allowing Scripture to limit our understanding. :swoon:

[seajoy]

Praying for you sweetie! Let's hope it's just something fibrous or something.

But, if it IS something else...You'll be FINE. I speak from experience you know. ;)

Let me know if you need an ear...I can give you my number or whatever!!

Kae
Thanks filo, Kae, and latebloomer. I appreciate your prayers very much.
Always so much encouragement here. I've missed you guys. :)

[ctay]

Ok let me get this straight your brother has a set a twins already and are expecting another set?
Congratulations

[ctay]

My niece is getting married tonight, braille came in at church and I've been working on it. Nothing major going on with me. Oh got to teach a sunday school class Sunday.

[LilLamb219]

Latebloomers birthday 6 days ago??? Did I wish you a Happy Birthday or was I negligent as usual. Ack!

Happy Birthday! a little belated :)

[LilLamb219]

My niece is getting married tonight, braille came in at church and I've been working on it. Nothing major going on with me. Oh got to teach a sunday school class Sunday.

A Friday night wedding! Have a wonderful time :)

[seajoy]

My niece is getting married tonight,
God's blessings on your niece's marriage.

[Zecryphon]

Well, it's near impossible to "debate" someone who makes things up as he goes. :doh:
I know. I've never seen anything like it before.

[RadMan]

I know. I've never seen anything like it before.
Now he's getting into numerology. I think he should take his nonsense into the theological debate forum and this thread in our forum be closed.

[DaRev]

Now he's getting into numerology. I think he should take his nonsense into the theological debate forum and this thread in our forum be closed.

:thumbsup:

[Zecryphon]

Now he's getting into numerology. I think he should take his nonsense into the theological debate forum and this thread in our forum be closed.
Yeah, I'll ask that a mod close it down. I had no idea that Ben would not be able to read through the thread to see what had been posted so far on it. A good working definition of Universalism was given by JimFromOhio in post # 5 and I had told people to read through the forum rules, so there would be no breaches of forum rules. I had no idea it would turn into a thread promoting the nonsensical ravings of the lunatic mind, if I may quote Gene Wilder from Young Frankenstein.

[ctay]

I decided to check it out, it was over my head.

[porterross]

Yeah, I'll ask that a mod close it down. I had no idea that Ben would not be able to read through the thread to see what had been posted so far on it. A good working definition of Universalism was given by JimFromOhio in post # 5 and I had told people to read through the forum rules, so there would be no breaches of forum rules. I had no idea it would turn into a thread promoting the nonsensical ravings of the lunatic mind, if I may quote Gene Wilder from Young Frankenstein.
Ya think you might have waited a bit too long? It's hard to discuss theology with a guy who thinks the Bible has hidden meanings.

He seems a bit beyond help in this kind of setting. I don't know that any good could have come from it.

[Zecryphon]

Ya think you might have waited a bit too long? It's hard to discuss theology with a guy who thinks the Bible has hidden meanings.

He seems a bit beyond help in this kind of setting. I don't know that any good could have come from it.
"Ya think you might have waited a bit too long?"

Not at all. I think the thread could still be salvaged if Ben would agree to post on universalism and not run off on tangents that don't lead anywhere. The thread was set up just fine and in accordance with forum policy. We had a working definition of Universalism provided by JimFromOhio in post # 5. All we needed was a universalist.

So then Ben showed up, probably didn't read anything that had been posted previously, which is evidenced by his claim that there was never any ground work or foundation laid for the definition of universalism, and derailed the thread by talknig about mistranslations of the Bible or whatever it was he went off on upon his arrival here.


But none of that matters now as the fun thing to do is come after me for supposedly breaking the rules of this forum. Which if you read back through this very thread, you'll see that I did not do.


"It's hard to discuss theology with a guy who thinks the Bible has hidden meanings."


I agree. I thought he would be a man of his word and stick to a debate about universalism. I was wrong about him on that front. Tavita was worried that the Lutherans would try and get out of this debate by reporting any post that contained a teaching they didn't like in an effort to get the thread shut down. Looks like she was right about that one. I hate saying that she is right about anything, but hey ya gotta hand it to her on this one. She nailed it.

"He seems a bit beyond help in this kind of setting. I don't know that any good could have come from it."


Well, he does have the air of superior spirituality about him doesn't he? Everyone is in Baby lon and drinking the spiritual milk and is not ready for the mature meat of the Bible. But when you read his posts and I can point you to dozens, you realize that the meat he's eating has made him prideful, arrogant and completely ignorant of the plain meaning of scriptures. As to what good could have come from this, I was actually learning how to deal with people like him in a much more calm and simple way. But we'll never know what could have been, because the thread is now closed and people are filing false reports about me and what I've done. I'll let the mods decide my fate on this one.

[RadMan]

I reported Ben. I found it a help to no one on where his diatribe was going. I can go to any denom site and find in 500 words or less what the premises of their beliefs are. Trying to nail him down to any subject even close to what UC according to him was an exercise in futility. It doesn't take ramblings in esoteric web weaving and slly nuances to get points across about scripture. There are no hidden meanings or hidden agendas that God has.

We didn't talk in circles and his esoteric ramblings even when he quoted scripture didn't support any premise in UC that I know of.

And BTW Zecr he wasn't reported because we decided it " contained a teaching we didn't like". It was shut down because he present himself under false pretenses. He never got to the point of UC and when he continued his ramblings it was obvious he was bent on expressing his own personal religion based on obscure mysteries, numerology and opinion based on his obscure interpretations of the Bible. Which was one of the "things" that he said were an anathema to him. He basically doesn't trust anyone but himself.

[porterross]

Spot on, Rad. :thumbsup:

[PreachersWife2004]

Yes, my brother has a set of twins (they're 5) and they just found out they are expecting twins again.

It is somewhat bittersweet for me, as I was pregnant with twins but lost one. But I am very happy for them, and happy to be sharing a pregnancy with my SIL. They have been trying to conceive for over a year now.

[dinkime]

glad to hear some good news with your brother's family, PW! and continued prayers for you & your little one :)

[PreachersWife2004]

Thanks, Becky!

It always feels weird typing that name, cuz it's mine, only I spell it the RIGHT way! ;-)

[ctay]

Went to my niece's wedding last night turned out pretty good, The pastor at my parent's church did the ceremony, he's also trying to get me to come to church there.

[ctay]

Oops also meant to add, the tiny town near me is having a Festival type thing called Frontier days, people selling food, crafts, etc, antique tractors set for showing off, antique car show, food, and a lot of other stuff like a parade too. Probably go to it for a little bit.

[Zecryphon]

I reported Ben. I found it a help to no one on where his diatribe was going. I can go to any denom site and find in 500 words or less what the premises of their beliefs are. Trying to nail him down to any subject even close to what UC according to him was an exercise in futility. It doesn't take ramblings in esoteric web weaving and slly nuances to get points across about scripture. There are no hidden meanings or hidden agendas that God has.

We didn't talk in circles and his esoteric ramblings even when he quoted scripture didn't support any premise in UC that I know of.

And BTW Zecr he wasn't reported because we decided it " contained a teaching we didn't like". It was shut down because he present himself under false pretenses. He never got to the point of UC and when he continued his ramblings it was obvious he was bent on expressing his own personal religion based on obscure mysteries, numerology and opinion based on his obscure interpretations of the Bible. Which was one of the "things" that he said were an anathema to him. He basically doesn't trust anyone but himself.
I agree, the debate never happened and the thread should remain closed.

[WildStrawberry]

Oops also meant to add, the tiny town near me is having a Festival type thing called Frontier days, people selling food, crafts, etc, antique tractors set for showing off, antique car show, food, and a lot of other stuff like a parade too. Probably go to it for a little bit.
We have a frontiers day in my little town as well. Too much fun to be had.

The weekend of my birthday, we have Buskerfest where all sorts of people come out and have crafts to sell, there's wandering musicians and minstrels and all sorts of good food. I can't wait!

Kae

[ctay]

Oktoberfest started in the town where my mother lives today. The town is dry too. The pastor of my mother's church said its the first time they've been to an Oktoberfest that was dry.

[PreachersWife2004]

Can they legally call it Oktoberfest if it's dry?? :scratch:^_^

[DaRev]

Oktoberfest started in the town where my mother lives today. The town is dry too. The pastor of my mother's church said its the first time they've been to an Oktoberfest that was dry.

:eek: That's sacrilige!!

[RadMan]

:eek: That's sacrilige!!LOL :)

[WildStrawberry]

Heh, I'm not a big drinker but even *I* know that Oktoberfest should have BEER.

*G* Silly town. ^_^

Kae

[ctay]

There's to many take a guess not to let it go wet.

[Studeclunker]

What's the point of a Beer festival without beer????:scratch:

[PreachersWife2004]

Well, ya know what they say....

"In Heaven there is no beer...."

[DaRev]

Well, ya know what they say....

"In Heaven there is no beer...."

:eek: That would be hell!!

^_^

[Zecryphon]

Well, ya know what they say....

"In Heaven there is no beer...."
Beer I can do without. Irish Whiskey like Bushmills, now you're pushin' it. ;)

[seajoy]

What's the point of a Beer festival without beer????:scratch:
Hi Stude, good to see you.

[Jim47]

Well, ya know what they say....

"In Heaven there is no beer...."



I think thats because all the Lutheranas drank it all up on this side :D

[PreachersWife2004]

I think thats because all the Lutheranas drank it all up on this side :D

Dern tootin we did!

[porterross]

Well, ya know what they say....

"In Heaven there is no beer...."



:eek: :scratch:

Then I'm not goin'.

[DaRev]

:eek: :scratch:

Then I'm not goin'.

Don't worry. I'm sneaking some in. ;)

[porterross]

Don't worry. I'm sneaking some in. ;)

Maybe we can design a siphon to ensure continuous flow. We're talking eternity here. ;)

[DaRev]

Maybe we can design a siphon to ensure continuous flow. We're talking eternity here. ;)

Sounds like a plan. :thumbsup:

[porterross]

Then we can lobby for organized football games............just not on Sunday. :D

[DaRev]

Then we can lobby for organized football games............just not on Sunday. :D

For six days thou shall watch and play football. And on the seventh, thou shalt tailgate.

:P

[Jim47]

:eek: :scratch:

Then I'm not goin'.


I'm sure The Lord will have a good substitute :pray:

[Jim47]

Don't worry. I'm sneaking some in. ;)


Must have a pretty big cooler Heh? :P

[ctay]

LOL I think I started something here. My father was talking about he Catholic church in town tried the oktoberfest with the fake beer and it didn't go over to well.

[ctay]

Thought y'all might get a kick out of this. Especially reading the title of the article. This is the town where my parents live.

http://www.cullmantimes.com/homepage/local_story_274210335.html?keyword=leadpicturestory

[LilLamb219]

MMmmmmm Root Beer!!

[RadMan]

Thought y'all might get a kick out of this. Especially reading the title of the article. This is the town where my parents live.

http://www.cullmantimes.com/homepage/local_story_274210335.html?keyword=leadpicturestory

Yep if root beer is made the old fashion way it is unbelievable. Even though this is one recipe there are others that vary some what. The secret to the unusual taste is the yeast. I would add a quarter cake more.

Ingredients:


1 cake, compressed yeast
5 pounds, sugar
2 ounces, sassafras root
1 ounce, hops or ginger root
2 ounces, juniper berries
4 gallons, water
1 ounce, dandelion root
2 ounces, wintergreen

[DaRev]

2 ounces, juniper berries

Did you know that juniper berries are one of the main ingredients of gin? ^_^

[RadMan]

Did you know that juniper berries are one of the main ingredients of gin? ^_^
Nope--didn't know that but that explains why it's soooooo good.

[ctay]

I don't like Root Beer, its yucky, I guess its an acquired taste maybe?

[PreachersWife2004]

I hate root beer. I dunno, maybe it's just TOO sweet for me... :D

[DaRev]

I don't like Root Beer, its yucky, I guess its an acquired taste maybe?

I hate root beer. I dunno, maybe it's just TOO sweet for me... :D

:eek: :doh: :swoon:

[WildStrawberry]

I like root beer but I like it best when it goes flat. YUM.

Breakfast of champions...flat root beer and cold pizza.

:D

Kae

[RadMan]

I like root beer but I like it best when it goes flat. YUM.

Breakfast of champions...flat root beer and cold pizza.

:D

KaeSounds like my college years. Warm soda and cold pizza............and an eternal mess :) Part of my hippie wannabe years.

[PreachersWife2004]

I like root beer but I like it best when it goes flat. YUM.

Breakfast of champions...flat root beer and cold pizza.

:D

Kae

Substitute flat Mt Dew for the root beer, and you've got the breakfast of the hung over in my world.

Not that I would know, of course... ;)

[Zecryphon]

Substitute flat Mt Dew for the root beer, and you've got the breakfast of the hung over in my world.

Not that I would know, of course... ;)
I was told the best remedy for a hangover was Pedialyte. But nothing will ever beat a cold tile floor for a hangover! LOL

[DaRev]

The only way to "cure" a hangover is to prevent one. :P

A hangover is caused by dehydration. When you consume alcohol, it displaces the water in your system, kinda like a brick placed in a full bucket of water. Then while you are sleeping the alcohol that has replaced the water in your bloodstream evaporates in your lungs (which is why you have "booze breath" the morning after). Your system is now dehydrated which causes the "hangover" feeling.

To avoid this, drink water along with your alcoholic beverages. It will help keep your body hydrated even after the alcohol has evaporated, thus eliminating the "hangover" symptoms. Works every time. :thumbsup:

[RadMan]

Pedialyte helps with the electrolytes that are drained severely during heavy drinking and dehydration.

Ask any CMT and they'll tell you to also hook up to an oxygen machine. Helps get rid of the toxins. Also drinking irritates the intestinal lining and keeping the acid level low the next day with baking soda and diet 7up helps to.

[PreachersWife2004]

I am very proud of the fact that though I could drink most of the guys under the table, I only dealt with a hangover once in my lifetime, and that is because I foolishly drank a whole bottle of rum all by myself while watching ER. Not my finest moment, either, but it taught me that I never ever wanted to get drunk like that ever again. I think I was still intoxicated the next morning, and I woke up in a not-so-nice pile of the night before's dinner. I was VERY lucky - I could've been a statistic that morning.

[porterross]

The only way to "cure" a hangover is to prevent one. :P

A hangover is caused by dehydration. When you consume alcohol, it displaces the water in your system, kinda like a brick placed in a full bucket of water. Then while you are sleeping the alcohol that has replaced the water in your bloodstream evaporates in your lungs (which is why you have "booze breath" the morning after). Your system is now dehydrated which causes the "hangover" feeling.

To avoid this, drink water along with your alcoholic beverages. It will help keep your body hydrated even after the alcohol has evaporated, thus eliminating the "hangover" symptoms. Works every time. :thumbsup:


Says the one who had a hard time finishing the nearly full chalice following communion the morning after a late night of wine "appreciation". ^_^

Y'all have no idea how hard it was to keep from laughing, watching him take a few attempts. The look on his face was priceless. :D

[Zecryphon]

Pedialyte helps with the electrolytes that are drained severely during heavy drinking and dehydration.

Ask any CMT and they'll tell you to also hook up to an oxygen machine. Helps get rid of the toxins. Also drinking irritates the intestinal lining and keeping the acid level low the next day with baking soda and diet 7up helps to.
"Pedialyte helps with the electrolytes that are drained severely during heavy drinking and dehydration."

Yeah, that's the reasoning I heard from bartenders too.

"Ask any CMT and they'll tell you to also hook up to an oxygen machine."

What does Country Music Television have to do with this? Oh wait! I know! Country music is drinkin' music! LOL Got it now! LOL

"Helps get rid of the toxins. Also drinking irritates the intestinal lining and keeping the acid level low the next day with baking soda and diet 7up helps to."

You da man! I think I should just invite you to my next birthday party so you can fix me up the day after! LOL

[Zecryphon]

I am very proud of the fact that though I could drink most of the guys under the table, I only dealt with a hangover once in my lifetime, and that is because I foolishly drank a whole bottle of rum all by myself while watching ER. Not my finest moment, either, but it taught me that I never ever wanted to get drunk like that ever again. I think I was still intoxicated the next morning, and I woke up in a not-so-nice pile of the night before's dinner. I was VERY lucky - I could've been a statistic that morning.
Oh yea, rum's a bad hangover. My worst hangover is a tie between a bottle of Patron Tequila and New Years Eve 1987. Half a bottle of Johnnie Walker (black), half a bottle of champagne, and a quarter of a bottle of, and I've never been able to find it since, Bubble Gum Schnapps. I probably should've died of alcohol poisoning. I hear you can get Bubble Gum Scnhapps in Canada though.

[DaRev]

Says the one who had a hard time finishing the nearly full chalice following communion the morning after a late night of wine "appreciation". ^_^

Y'all have no idea how hard it was to keep from laughing, watching him take a few attempts. The look on his face was priceless. :D

Well, it was a full chalice that only three of us received from. It took three rather large swallows to consume the rest. :help: :P

[RadMan]

"Pedialyte helps with the electrolytes that are drained severely during heavy drinking and dehydration."

Yeah, that's the reasoning I heard from bartenders too.

"Ask any CMT and they'll tell you to also hook up to an oxygen machine."

What does Country Music Television have to do with this? Oh wait! I know! Country music is drinkin' music! LOL Got it now! LOL

"Helps get rid of the toxins. Also drinking irritates the intestinal lining and keeping the acid level low the next day with baking soda and diet 7up helps to."

You da man! I think I should just invite you to my next birthday party so you can fix me up the day after! LOLI got that wrong on the Initials of CMT. I meant the EMS people that ride on the ambulances....duh :scratch:

[DaRev]

I understood CMT to mean "Certified Medical Technician" (whether that's what it stands for or not, I don't know). Country Music Television never entered my mind until now. ^_^
I guess that's what being an old rocker at heart does. :D

[Zecryphon]

I got that wrong on the Initials of CMT. I meant the EMS people that ride on the ambulances....duh :scratch:
Perhaps you were going for EMT?

[Zecryphon]

I understood CMT to mean "Certified Medical Technician" (whether that's what it stands for or not, I don't know). Country Music Television never entered my mind until now. ^_^
I guess that's what being an old rocker at heart does. :D
I haven't corrupted you have I? You're not gonna be wearin' cowboy boots and Stetsons now are ya? Cuz I don't know how your congregants would react to such a radical change. :confused:

[DaRev]

I haven't corrupted you have I? You're not gonna be wearin' cowboy boots and Stetsons now are ya? Cuz I don't know how your congregants would react to such a radical change. :confused:

^_^ ^_^ Naw, I'll save the boots and Stetson for when I head south in a couple weeks. ;) :D

[Zecryphon]

^_^ ^_^ Naw, I'll save the boots and Stetson for when I head south in a couple weeks. ;) :D
Just how far south ya goin'?

[WildStrawberry]

Sheesh! I talk about flat root beer and the conversation runs wild from what to do after a night of heavy intoxication toCountry Music Television to Rev's Sparkin'.

Teach ME to stay away for almost a day!

LOL ^_^^_^^_^

Kae

[RadMan]

Seajoy needs your prayers right now. Pray that He gives her strength.

[Zecryphon]

Seajoy needs your prayers right now. Pray that He gives her strength.
Will do.

*adds Seajoy to the prayer list*

[Zecryphon]

"Sheesh! I talk about flat root beer and the conversation runs wild from what to do after a night of heavy intoxication toCountry Music Television to Rev's Sparkin'."

What can I say? I'm nothing if not lively. LOL

"Teach ME to stay away for almost a day!

LOL ^_^^_^^_^"

I think you're learned your lesson missy! Now how are you doing with your seating selection on Sunday mornings? In the back where ya belong yet? :P :P

Kae

[ctay]

Yeah I was wondering how it got from root beer to hard liquor

[DaRev]

Root beer - flat soda - hangover cures - booze.

Natural progression.

^_^

[PreachersWife2004]

Tell Seajoy we're all praying for her.

[LutherNut]

Root beer - flat soda - hangover cures - booze.

Natural progression.

^_^

I've heard that flat beer first thing the morning after works. The thought of it turns my stomach, though. :sick:

[LilLamb219]

Prayers for Seajoy!!!!!!!!

[ctay]

Prayers for SeaJoy.

[LutherNut]

What happened to Seajoy?

[seajoy]

What happened to Seajoy?
I'd like to thank Rad for asking for prayer for me, and thanks also to those who have prayed.

I am posting this from a psych unit at a major hospital. My meds are messed up, as am I. Crying is what I've been doing a lot of. :cry:

This afternoon, I will also be having some tests here at the hospital. The doctors think I have breast cancer. I will know this afternoon.

I know I have come here way too many times for help from all of you, and I should be handling my problems myself. Some of you may think by now that I cause all my own troubles. All I know is that I'm in a ton of pain in my heart. I thank you for your prayers.

God bless,
seajoy

[LilLamb219]

Aww, Angie, please keep coming to us. We do love and care about you very much!!!!!

Continuing to pray for you!!!

[PreachersWife2004]

Nobody needs to handle their problems by themselves. God even tells us to cast our cares upon him.

We will ALWAYS be here for you, no matter what, Seajoy.

:hug:

[DaRev]

:groupray:

[synger]

Seajoy, you are a blessing to us, no matter the circumstances of your visits. It is our privilege to call you sister and friend, and to lift you to our Lord in prayer.

Thank you for keeping us in your life. We need you, and we have much to offer. Please visit when you can.

[KimLCMS]

We love you seajoy! Get some rest. We'll be praying for you!
http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w19/number1momkim/th_114BDE16.gif

[ctay]

I'd like to thank Rad for asking for prayer for me, and thanks also to those who have prayed.

I am posting this from a psych unit at a major hospital. My meds are messed up, as am I. Crying is what I've been doing a lot of. :cry:

This afternoon, I will also be having some tests here at the hospital. The doctors think I have breast cancer. I will know this afternoon.

I know I have come here way too many times for help from all of you, and I should be handling my problems myself. Some of you may think by now that I cause all my own troubles. All I know is that I'm in a ton of pain in my heart. I thank you for your prayers.

God bless,
seajoy
God bless you, you need prayers, praying for you. We want to help anyway we can.

[WildStrawberry]

Oh Angie! Darling sweet friend!

You can ALWAYS come to us. God doesn't want us to handle our problems by ourselves! Why do you think He wants us to come together for worship? So that we have the support of our brothers and sisters in faith!

And I am ALWAYS here for you. Please email me if you ever want my number so you can have an ear to listen to you. kaemea at gmail dot com. (that goes for any of you brothers and sisters!!!)

I'm offering many many prayers for you!

Kae

[WildStrawberry]

"Sheesh! I talk about flat root beer and the conversation runs wild from what to do after a night of heavy intoxication toCountry Music Television to Rev's Sparkin'."

What can I say? I'm nothing if not lively. LOL

Heh. Yeah you are! Silly!

"Teach ME to stay away for almost a day!

LOL ^_^^_^^_^"

I think you're learned your lesson missy! Now how are you doing with your seating selection on Sunday mornings? In the back where ya belong yet? :P :P

Kae

Yes sir! I'm in the back with my friends and family. LOL Although, last Sunday my folks were out of town and I was TEMPTED to sit on the other side of the Church IN FRONT. Right up near the pulpit.

I didn't though. I fought the temptation.

LOL

Kae

[seajoy]

Thanks to all for your prayers. Our Lord has blessed me with a good report. I do not have cancer as was first thought. Here is what happened.....
The mammogram had showed a large nodule, and it was compared to my 2005 mammogram, that showed nothing. It was then thought that I had a fast growing cancer. What the doctor did today, was look at all my mamms over the last 10yrs. The large nodule showed up on every one "except" 2005. So what happened is that I had a bad mamm in 2005 that did not show everything. This "new" nodule is exactly the same size as it was 10yrs ago. So, ladies....have your mammograms done every year. They are so important to have a history for your doctors to look back on. And remind your doctors to check your old mamms....so as not to scare one have to death, unessasarily.

Thanks be to God for His mercy on me. Prayers for others whose tests don't come out the way mine did.

I am still in the hospital, being detoxed off the drug that was no good for me. The drug has given me thoughts of self harm, erratic, and depressive thinking. It has hurt those around me, as it's so hard to understand. I tend to be rough on myself when things like this happen.

Mental illness is hard sometimes. It hurts the person suffering it and those around them. I'm only telling all this to help bring the illness out in the open. If I can ever be of help to anyone, please contact me. I've been living this for 23yrs.

Only Christ can help one who feels as I do. I praise and thank Him for being my friend and yours too.

[ctay]

Thanks to all for your prayers. Our Lord has blessed me with a good report. I do not have cancer as was first thought. Here is what happened.....
The mammogram had showed a large nodule, and it was compared to my 2005 mammogram, that showed nothing. It was then thought that I had a fast growing cancer. What the doctor did today, was look at all my mamms over the last 10yrs. The large nodule showed up on every one "except" 2005. So what happened is that I had a bad mamm in 2005 that did not show everything. This "new" nodule is exactly the same size as it was 10yrs ago. So, ladies....have your mammograms done every year. They are so important to have a history for your doctors to look back on. And remind your doctors to check your old mamms....so as not to scare one have to death, unessasarily.

Thanks be to God for His mercy on me. Prayers for others whose tests don't come out the way mine did.

I am still in the hospital, being detoxed off the drug that was no good for me. The drug has given me thoughts of self harm, erratic, and depressive thinking. It has hurt those around me, as it's so hard to understand. I tend to be rough on myself when things like this happen.

Mental illness is hard sometimes. It hurts the person suffering it and those around them. I'm only telling all this to help bring the illness out in the open. If I can ever be of help to anyone, please contact me. I've been living this for 23yrs.

Only Christ can help one who feels as I do. I praise and thank Him for being my friend and yours too.
I understand, got a sister that needs mental help and we can't get her to go anywhere because she doesn't think anything is wrong with her. God bless you

[LilLamb219]

Breathing a sigh of relief that it isn't cancer!!!!!!!! Whew.

Now for a quick detox and you'll be doing better!!!

I'm glad I checked this thread before heading out for the evening to my meetings...now I can smile knowing seajoy is being taken care of :)

[seajoy]

I understand, got a sister that needs mental help and we can't get her to go anywhere because she doesn't think anything is wrong with her. God bless you
Those are the toughest types to help. I actually feel very blessed in my illness, as I can tell when I need help. I also have a deal with my doctor and husband that I will always get help if I feel like hurting myself.

Keep supporting your sister, and try not to place blame on her. Tell her you love her, and there is help out there, and there is no need for her to feel so sad and worthless. Tell her you will keep praying for her and that Jesus is her dearest friend.

[Zecryphon]

Thanks to all for your prayers. Our Lord has blessed me with a good report. I do not have cancer as was first thought. Here is what happened.....
The mammogram had showed a large nodule, and it was compared to my 2005 mammogram, that showed nothing. It was then thought that I had a fast growing cancer. What the doctor did today, was look at all my mamms over the last 10yrs. The large nodule showed up on every one "except" 2005. So what happened is that I had a bad mamm in 2005 that did not show everything. This "new" nodule is exactly the same size as it was 10yrs ago. So, ladies....have your mammograms done every year. They are so important to have a history for your doctors to look back on. And remind your doctors to check your old mamms....so as not to scare one have to death, unessasarily.

Thanks be to God for His mercy on me. Prayers for others whose tests don't come out the way mine did.

I am still in the hospital, being detoxed off the drug that was no good for me. The drug has given me thoughts of self harm, erratic, and depressive thinking. It has hurt those around me, as it's so hard to understand. I tend to be rough on myself when things like this happen.

Mental illness is hard sometimes. It hurts the person suffering it and those around them. I'm only telling all this to help bring the illness out in the open. If I can ever be of help to anyone, please contact me. I've been living this for 23yrs.

Only Christ can help one who feels as I do. I praise and thank Him for being my friend and yours too.
Praise God! I'm so happy to hear this news. :clap: :hug:

[seajoy]

Praise God! I'm so happy to hear this news. :clap: :hug:
Thanks Zec. It's good to hear from you. You are always so supportive of my "stuff" :)

[ctay]

Those are the toughest types to help. I actually feel very blessed in my illness, as I can tell when I need help. I also have a deal with my doctor and husband that I will always get help if I feel like hurting myself.

Keep supporting your sister, and try not to place blame on her. Tell her you love her, and there is help out there, and there is no need for her to feel so sad and worthless. Tell her you will keep praying for her and that Jesus is her dearest friend.
Her type of problems, she's heard voice's like coming through the tv or radio or outside the window, thinks people, everyone including family members, are doing stuff to her like gassing her, messing with her car or tanning her, things like that. She's called the police before on people. She can't live in one place very long because she of this stuff, she's afraid to leave her car, she hangs on to everything she's got. She won't go to church, she was a member at my parents church and she went up there or called one and told them to take her off the membership list. We don't know what to do, we've told her nicely that no one is doing anything to her it doesn't help.

[seajoy]

Her type of problems, she's heard voice's like coming through the tv or radio or outside the window, thinks people, everyone including family members, are doing stuff to her like gassing her, messing with her car or tanning her, things like that. She's called the police before on people. She can't live in one place very long because she of this stuff, she's afraid to leave her car, she hangs on to everything she's got. She won't go to church, she was a member at my parents church and she went up there or called one and told them to take her off the membership list. We don't know what to do, we've told her nicely that no one is doing anything to her it doesn't help.
Scizophrenia (sp?) is one of the most difficult of all mental illnesses. I feel very badly for you and your family...but also think of the torment your sister lives in, day in and day out.

I have an idea, but I would speak with a psychiatrist first....maybe "go along" with one of her fears. A simple one like about the voices coming through the TV. Tell her you hear them too, and you know of a doctor who can get rid of them. It's a thought, anyway. Because you are never going to convince her otherwise, until she is on the proper meds.

Always tell her how much Jesus loves her, and protects her.

[ctay]

Its been hard, someone said one way to get help is go through probate and have her committed, my parents dont have the money to do that.

[ctay]

Go Indians!!!

[filosofer]

Although I haven't posted, Angie, I have been praying for you. And now prayers of thanksgiving for the good news about not being cancer.

Psalm 91 (God's Word)

1 Whoever lives under the shelter of the Most High will remain in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say to the LORD, "[You are] my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust."

3 He is the one who will rescue you from hunters' traps and from deadly plagues. 4 He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge. His truth is your shield and armor. 5 You do not need to fear terrors of the night, arrows that fly during the day, 6 plagues that roam the dark, epidemics that strike at noon. 7 They will not come near you, even though a thousand may fall dead beside you or ten thousand at your right side. 8 You only have to look with your eyes to see the punishment of wicked people.

9 You, O LORD, are my refuge! You have made the Most High your home. 10 No harm will come to you. No sickness will come near your house. 11 He will put his angels in charge of you to protect you in all your ways. 12 They will carry you in their hands so that you never hit your foot against a rock. 13 You will step on lions and cobras. You will trample young lions and snakes.

14 Because you love me, I will rescue you. I will protect you because you know my name. 15 When you call to me, I will answer you. I will be with you when you are in trouble. I will save you and honor you. 16 I will satisfy you with a long life. I will show you how I will save you.

:prayer: :prayer:



In Christ's love,
filo

[KimLCMS]

I'm so glad you're ok Seajoy!
http://s172.photobucket.com/albums/w19/number1momkim/th_elmo.gif

I hope the detox goes well so that you can get home soon! I'll keep praying!

[WildStrawberry]

Go Indians!!!

I think my head just exploded.

LOL

Kae...from Cincinnati.

[ctay]

I was born in Cleveland and lived there until I was 10, I still have relatives that live there on my mother's side.

[WildStrawberry]

I was born in Cleveland and lived there until I was 10, I still have relatives that live there on my mother's side.

I'm sorry.

*G* Just kidding. One of my best friends lives in Cleveland. I love to tease him about the fact. He gives it right back to me.

Kae

[seajoy]

Thank you so much, filo and Kim. It is so wonderful to have Christian friends who care so much.
And Filo, those are some of my most favorite verses in Scripture.
Kim, you are always such a light, even on one's darkest days...always so chipper and positive.

Today has been a rough day. I'm pretty drugged up, to help get off another drug. Goofy, huh? I go through crying spells, then dizziness, then foggy brain. It's all real weird. I might be able to go home on sunday. I'm still having too many anxiety attacks at this point.

I, and my husband too, have praised God for the good report on no cancer. It turned out to be quite the miracle, really. Thanks for your continued prayers. I feel like you guys are part of my family. :hug:

seajoy

[seajoy]

Thanks also to Kae, Lambie, ctay, Zec, Rev, Rad.....and if I missed anyone...I'm sorry.

[seajoy]

Oh, and Preacher's Wife and Synger....whew! With a foggy brain...I think I'm doin' ok. :doh:

[ctay]

Praise God for the good report about no cancer!! That is so wonderful. Pray God will lift you into His hands and take away everything.

[dinkime]

i am covered in mosquito bites!! i took meghan to soccer practice the other night -- an hour outside in the evening less than a mile from a river -- eaten alive!!

[PreachersWife2004]

Mosquitoes are one of God's creatures that I could do without!! ;-)

[ctay]

Mosquitoes are one of God's creatures that I could do without!! ;-)
Me too.

[ctay]

We had a real preacher at church this morning.

[porterross]

Makes all the difference, doesn't it. ;)

[PreachersWife2004]

We had a real preacher at church this morning.

That's great!

Is this something that your church intends on continuing, or will there still be other guys doing the work?

Praying for you and your church...

[ctay]

Makes all the difference, doesn't it. ;)
Yes it does!!! The past 2 sundays, I skipped communion. The Delto or whatever program that is, guy gave communion, I just don't feel right about that.

[ctay]

That's great!

Is this something that your church intends on continuing, or will there still be other guys doing the work?

Praying for you and your church...
Someone said something to his wife this morning, said they should be at the church the 1st and 3rd sunday of the month, the interim pastor is supposed to come once a month, this other pastor has been a few times, wish they would fill in with real pastors. Hope this does happen. I think I keep hanging around to see what happens when they do get a new pastor. Hoping things will change around there. Right now they are waiting for names from the district. Said they should be getting them anytime now. So they should be sending out some calls soon.

[ctay]

It was nice to hear him start with the Law and end with the Gospel.

[porterross]

Yes it does!!! The past 2 sundays, I skipped communion. The Delto or whatever program that is, guy gave communion, I just don't feel right about that.
HA!!! Unfortunately, I know exactly what you mean.

[ctay]

Go Indians!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[seajoy]

Hi....feeling somewhat better today. :) Thanks for everyone's prayers. I may get to go home on friday. God is merciful, for pulling me out of the pit once more. Praise His name.

[LilLamb219]

Hi....feeling somewhat better today. :) Thanks for everyone's prayers. I may get to go home on friday. God is merciful, for pulling me out of the pit once more. Praise His name.

:clap: Feeling better sounds wonderful!

[ctay]

Hi....feeling somewhat better today. :) Thanks for everyone's prayers. I may get to go home on friday. God is merciful, for pulling me out of the pit once more. Praise His name.
That is good to hear!!! God is good.

[PreachersWife2004]

I'll keep ya on my prayer list, Seajoy. God's got you in the palm of his hand, never doubt that for a second!

[KimLCMS]

Sending some blessings your way, Seajoy because you are a blessing to me. You're in my prayers.

[WildStrawberry]

Hi....feeling somewhat better today. :) Thanks for everyone's prayers. I may get to go home on friday. God is merciful, for pulling me out of the pit once more. Praise His name.

Wonderful wonderful news!

Keeping you in my prayers!!!

Kae

[walloffire]

i am covered in mosquito bites!! i took meghan to soccer practice the other night -- an hour outside in the evening less than a mile from a river -- eaten alive!!

Ouch! That sucks. Hope you're doing better now. I hate them little buggers.

[seajoy]

I'll keep ya on my prayer list, Seajoy. God's got you in the palm of his hand, never doubt that for a second!
Thanks everyone. Today I'm back down some, with an upset stomach to go along with it. I'm real sick of all this and just want to cry.

Forgive me for coming here for my daily "update." :(

[PreachersWife2004]

There is nothing to forgive, Seajoy. Being a sister in Christ to you doesn't mean I only want to hear the good things.

Romans 5 3-5
Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.

[WildStrawberry]

Thanks everyone. Today I'm back down some, with an upset stomach to go along with it. I'm real sick of all this and just want to cry.

Forgive me for coming here for my daily "update." :(

I'm glad that you can come to us!!! It helps focus my prayers for you even more.

Kae

[ctay]

Thanks everyone. Today I'm back down some, with an upset stomach to go along with it. I'm real sick of all this and just want to cry.

Forgive me for coming here for my daily "update." :(
Hugs to you, you don't have to apologize, if you want to talk, we'll listen. God bless you.

[synger]

I am very glad you come by and give us updates, Seajoy. I have missed you terribly. Sharing our burdens as best we can is part of what it means to be in a community of faith. By God's grace, we can help encourage you in this, and every other, time of difficulty. God did not make us to be alone. There's a reason He made us need one another. It is our joy and privilege to lift you, and each other, up in prayer.

[LilLamb219]

Thanks everyone. Today I'm back down some, with an upset stomach to go along with it. I'm real sick of all this and just want to cry.

Forgive me for coming here for my daily "update." :(

eek, I hope you're not getting that virus that is going around. It starts with an upset stomach. Like you need that right now! :doh:

I'm glad you keep coming back here to "talk" with us :)

[filosofer]

I agree with the others, seajoy. It's always good for you to bring us up to speed on where you are. You are not bothering us at all, and you never have to apologize for that.



In Christ's love,
filo

[mrshoperose]

Hi. My name is Hope, and I just joined a couple days ago. I was wondering how to ask for someone to pray for me. If I could get any feedback, that would be great. Thank you.

[RadMan]

Just ask.
We also have a "sticky" thread in the main TCL forum for prayer requests :)

[seajoy]

I'm glad that you can come to us!!! It helps focus my prayers for you even more.

Kae
Wow....you guys are super. I'm just so tired of feeling depressed. I really thought I was on the upswing yesterday. Today doesn't feel that way. I'm supposed to go home tomorrow. I need to be much stronger for that to happen. :sigh:

Thanks to all of you for being my friends and for your prayers. :hug: I wish I could hug you all for real...you just don't know how much I need one.

[seajoy]

Romans 5 3-5
Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.
From one of my favorite chapters in the Bible...thanks. :)

[Jim47]

Seajoy, I'm glad to see that you are coming here to seek the love we can give you. Its not fun being sad, but its even worse when you feel that you can't share your sorrow with others. You have many people here that love you and are happy to be call you their friend. Just keep coming back so we can fill you up and cheer you up. :)

[seajoy]

:cry: :cry: :cry: I can't stop. I feel like I'll never get better.

[PreachersWife2004]

Prayer
Heavenly Father, when my spirits are low and it seems I can no longer see your face or hear your voice, grant me perseverance to cling to my knowledge of You and Your faithfulness. Grant me remembrance of my Savior's promise that He will never leave us but is with us to the end. In His name,
Amen.

[PreachersWife2004]

Philippians 4:6-7
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

[PreachersWife2004]

Psalm 55:22
Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall.

[seajoy]

thanks Beckie....I just feel so alone.

[PreachersWife2004]

Prayer
We pray, O Christ, that you will fill our hearts with Your presence and ease the loneliness which visits us in stressful times. We look to you for help and remember your promise to always be with us.
Amen.

[PreachersWife2004]

Here (http://www.saintstephen.org/findcomfortinthebibleindex.html) is where I get these passages from. This site has been so very helpful to me - I make my own cards and I use a lot of passages from this site.

[seajoy]

it has been suggested to me that I stay off here for awhile. I'm sorry to have included you all in something I'm supposed to go through alone.

[LilLamb219]

But with us you are not alone.

Who told you to not come here? :( You're a part of our group...we miss you when you're gone!

[PreachersWife2004]

it has been suggested to me that I stay off here for awhile. I'm sorry to have included you all in something I'm supposed to go through alone.

Just because we are Christians and we know that all things work to God's glory doesn't mean we're supposed to suffer in silence.

Don't let anyone tell you that you shouldn't be here, Seajoy. You have as much right as anyone else to be here, and it doesn't matter whether you are sad, happy, alone, or whatever emotion you happen to be feeling at the time.

I would hate to think that this place isn't a haven for those in need of a hug or a comforting word.

[mrshoperose]

I haven't been here long, but as far as I have seen, I don't think you need to worry about leaving. Maybe whoever said that was in a bad mood that day. I don't know. I just know that the more I worry, the more stressed out I get, and the more stressed out I get, the more my health declines. (not to mention the stress it puts on my family) I try to live each day the best I can, and if I have any questions or problems, I talk to God. My husband and I will pray for you.

Hope

:crosseo:

[seajoy]

This person did not mean it in the way I took it. This person was not sure if it upset me more to be on here than to be off.
It was a total misunderstanding on my part only. Please do not defame this unnamed person. Thank you.

[LilLamb219]

Seajoy, only you can know if being here helps you or not. It's a choice that only you can make.

I know that taking a hiatus can be healthy (taken a few myself when I need them!), but when support is needed, this is a great place to get some! :)

[mrshoperose]

I'm sorry, I did not mean to defame anyone. I obviously misunderstood what they said. I did not mean to offend anyone. Please forgive me.

Hope

:(

[PreachersWife2004]

Don't worry Hope (love the name, by the way, it is one we are considering for our next child, due in Feb.) I think it was me that defamed them, and I have since removed the line that did so.

[seajoy]

I'm sorry, I did not mean to defame anyone. I obviously misunderstood what they said. I did not mean to offend anyone. Please forgive me.

Hope

:(
Don't worry Hope...you are fine.

[Tofferer]

Seajoy,

Just so you know, Hope and I are here and we are more than happy to pray for you. It is my earnest prayer that God will guide you through this. Just remember, it is when we are at our lowest points and we feel like we have been abandoned that God is carrying us.

[latebloomer]

:wave: Hi Everyone. I've been off-line for a couple weeks.

Happy Birthday, Jim & Kae!

Seajoy :groupray: We're all praying for you. Glad to hear you're better.

[ctay]

it has been suggested to me that I stay off here for awhile. I'm sorry to have included you all in something I'm supposed to go through alone.
Its a good thing to be able to talk to people when you are depressed and being able to let it all out.
Hope you get better soon and we all love you here. God bless you.