Lindy

Hey Dr T Just read your last couple of posts.... and wanted to let you know that there are a lot of people in this world... myself included... that just don't dump out on someone because they have a bad day :) Sheeeesh, we all have bad days.... I'm sorry about the MS... I'm sure it is a strain on you... I just can't imagine, one of those things I've never had to deal with. I apologize for not keeping up on some threads... I know you had some questions for me on a thread somewhere...but I have lost track of who, what, when and how....or is that why? Anything I can help you with? I had some time this morning...couldn't sleep... so I started to browse the posts and threads a little. Think I'll go take a little nap now....lol

I see your point Charlie, and I wouldn't have a problem with companies putting out a bit of money to provide simple shelter for the smokers who have to have that ciggarette to make it thru another 2 1/2 hours of work till the next break From what I see at my work place.... rain or shine...they will be out there.... why risk them calling in sick from being rained on or freeze in 28 degree with a wind chill factor of -10? They will smoke until they want to quit... even if prices go up to $2 or $3 each (I'm sure it will get close) oh, and the smokers stand around the corner of the building where I work.... only out of consideration of others.... well, that and that's where the outside employee table is located And I'm not much of a fan of the smell of ciggarette smoke..... but I would make an exception to give you a hug Charlie Sorry...had to laugh at this one: I can just hear it now..... "ummm gimme nachos, small icee and a smoke mask of that Marlboro Menthol to go" Oh what a mental picture..... had to laugh again LOL

yeh, and too many seeming nuts running amok who are actually decent people. ROFL...... Second good laugh I had all day.......ROFL Thanks :)

LOL..... First thought that came to mind was Irish Coffee..... some might get wacked wtih a "sin tax" with that one

Main Entry: proph·et Pronunciation: 'prä-f&t Function: noun Etymology: Middle English prophete, from Old French, from Latin propheta, from Greek prophEtEs, from pro for + phanai to speak -- more at FOR, BAN 1 : one who utters divinely inspired revelations; specifically often capitalized : the writer of one of the prophetic books of the Old Testament 2 : one gifted with more than ordinary spiritual and moral insight; especially : an inspired poet 3 : one who foretells future events : PREDICTOR 4 : an effective or leading spokesman for a cause, doctrine, or group According to Merriam-Webster ANYONE can be a prophet if they utter divinely inspired revelations (or some think they do) In my heart I know Christ was a prophet In my heart I know the LDS church has a prophet to help guide us In retrospect... I DON'T think the guy who came into chat last week was a prophet..... even if he told me he was....cause he was starting a new church and wanted me to turn from the grasp of satan. I look at Christ as the Son of God.... NOT GOD Himself..... I appreciate those who believe that Jesus IS God Almighty .... I just don't.... never have, never will. Sorry, but it has to be said..... bad day... I'm venting

Shan~Pushka..... I think your both right.... it is easy to say what we would do and what we may actually do in certain situations. I hope we all remember what we would LIKE to do... and try to apply that when/if the need arises.

I love this thread!!!! why did it take me soooo long to finally read it? One thing that I really liked was, I think it was Monica, who said something about warming up baby bottles for neighbors.... I never ever even thought about that.... that was a great idea! The children have to be taken care of...no matter who has to do it. And I am going to be one of those who also share with others..... I do like the idea of rationing... and Ben... I love the idea of firearms to prevent looters.... alas, my son took my shotgun... guess I'll have to put that on my shopping list for next week

John~ I enjoy your postings, your contributions you have made to this board over the last couple of years... You are always there to help, you have helped me out countless amounts of times with your answers to questions I had. I enjoy the times you pop into chat to visit and to join in the fun. I appreciate you John Doe... and I'm sure the mods and the admin will agree with me.

That's my feeling.... quality over quantity... too many young men have been shoved out into the mission field by parents, peers and a sense of "I have to do this" not "I want to do this". It's kind of disheartening to listen to non members recall things they remember from "missionaries" who shouldn't have been out on a mission for the church in the first place. We need the quality to teach others.... MHO

I have really been enjoying reading this thread.... one comment I would like to make... and it's totally off the wall.... but it's only my view of something.Forensic science has found a lot about DNA... I would like to apply some of that knowledge to how I feel about The Father and Son. Doesn't matter where God our Heavenly Father got His start ... He still exists as He is. And as a part of Him...Christ will have some of his "essence"....some of His "DNA" as you would. Some kind of genetic inheritance. As we, as mortal humans, also receive from our parents. I have always veiwed Christ as a separate part of God... got me strange looks in church classes as a youth. As to taking things out of context as per the starting point of this whole thread..... I read what was quoted from Joseph Smith's King Follet Discourse, made in April 7, 1844 : "I am going to enquire after God" meaning to me that he (Smith) hadn't yet inquired...... I'm not worried about the original starting point of God...... I'm not going to worry about media hunters doing whatever they can to defame a prophet of God, I am however ashamed for those glory seekers to capitalize on a few words spoken from an elderly man... I can see the arquements... "but he's supposed to be man of God... a Prophet" If I didnt' believe he was a prophet... I wouldn't be here.... but I realize that he is an elderly man and as such...has lapses of memory here and there..... I love him no matter what... But again...that's just me. The media witch hunt only brings me closer to what I know as the truth... and that is because of the assurance I get from God

Now, now tony...... we all have our own opinons about what we think.... it's what makes the world go 'round you know

Death is just another step we have to take towards our eternal life. ... Unless we are those who are taken "in the blink of an eye"..... we need death to achieve life.

You know Monica.... even with problems of unforgiving self... I was always there to help if needed. I'm not a slacker... and I know there is work to be done. Actually, I feel more at peace with myself now than I have in a long time; a lot of inner strength I haven't had in a long time.... I have some good friends who help get me thru a lot. Friends... true friends who don't abandon you when things get rough. Gotta love em! Thanks for the concern though... .....I have learned a lot ..... and it is time to move on.... and keep that peace and inner strength I found within :)

I know about the other "death" attempts..... And I do understand most of the hard feelings...but I also know that even with all the lies, the deception and the tears.... Setheus had a lot of good things to say to help other people over the years. (edited with) He is who he is, But that's just my opinion

Thanks Sugar.... I know that was a difficult thing for you to have to post. Irregardless of any past dealings with Setheus...and differences aside .... I'm sure that anyone who cared about him will send a little prayer his way. Either way it turns out to be.... Just because it's the right thing to do.

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Thanks Dror.... I know I depend on His mercy sometimes Thanks PC...... My main problem is I do love others........ because of God's overpowering love for all. I forgive others before I can forgive myself. It's just been compounding lately... and .... yeah.

I know that we are told to forgive others....it's a part of who we are as Christians. Even when we can forgive others ...... how can we forgive ourselves? If repentance isn't required, but we still beat ourselves up over something.... how do we get past that?

Thoughts? I gave up questioning God.... we will know when the time comes to know. And that's all I need to know :)

well, no to be honest I didn't see it until after I had posted.....but the mood I'm in right now.... I'm sorry for taking it out in the post the way I did. Your right.... we should just do the best we can and "choose the right" in everything we do. Sometimes I do need to humble myself a little more and not be so outspoken with word or thought.

Traveler.... excellent hypotetical situation... makes us think a little more of what we would do to help others. Luckysleven...... hate to admit it...but you really did have some real good points too ! Allmosthumble...there are just so much we can do as churchmembers....

I think you're absolutley right Lindy! And I say we react to these "scum" in the way the Lord would deal with them!!! And by that I mean, why not learn some basic words in their language too? My reaction a lot of times has been first suprise, then slight dumbfoundness, then humor and they either begin to speak to me in their language OR they start "respecting me" and blast off in english conversation with suprising skill. A lot of these "rude" forieners actually do know english. So when you're bad mouthing them to a co-worker about them "Refusing to learn the language" Trust me, they hear (and understand) every word of it and THAT may be why they pretend to not know english because they get a kick of watching your face turn read. Yes, lets deal with these people as they aught to be delt with. Lets kill them with kindness!Hey hold your horses bucko........ I never said "scum" (thanks Shan for helping clarify that :) ) I never used any slur to describe them but illigals... I think that's about as rough as I got. And I DO know a few things in spanish..... AND german ... see I lived in Germany for 3 years.... I LEARNED ENOUGH TO GET BY because I lived in someone else's country. I didn't think it is asking too much for someone to learn the language of the area they are living in.... maybe it IS asking too much.... You must live in an area where the immigrants know english and respect you enough to use it.... that's great... I'm glad for you. You probably don't have to deal with those who point and grunt at you while they talk to others in their own language. OHHHHH I am in a mood....... Why would you even THINK that I would be so crase as to think I would bad mouth them to a co worker like that? THAT would be rude!!!!! And the only time my face turns red is when they talk about ME not thinking I can understand what they are saying.....And NO NO NO.... in my area ..there are a lot who DO NOT KNOW english.... comprendo? THAT is why they have the 4 year olds translate for them, or point and grunt. ( I do take that opportunity to say the word in english to try to help them understand it has a word association) You know if they just TRIED I would respect that so much more and life would be glorious.... and the ducks would dance in the streets.... Let me tell you a little story...... When we lived in Germany.... I had my children with me at the Marketplatz for some fun and shopping. I needed to ask for some help to find something, and turned and found an older gentleman who was standing close to me talking to some American GI's..... one of the guys was asking him directions to somewhere.... the man spoke very nicely back to him in German telling him he was sorry but he didnt' speak english.... I thought.... oh boy...I'm screwed...cause my german isn't all that great and I only can speak a little. So I asked in in my pathetic german if he could help me..... and he answered me in perfect english....... I was taken aback and asked him why he told the guys in front of me he didn't speak english..... he told me it was because they wouldn't even try to speak german..... I tried.... as bad as it was... I made the attempt...we both laughed, and he gave me perfect instructions on how to find what I was looking for. Don't assume I hate people.... I dislike the attitudes.... not the people in general. And NEVER would I use the word SCUM to describe anyone but the lowest sort of life form I could think of. hmmmmm my ex maybe? LOL.... no, he even crawled out of the bottom of the barrel a while ago. And good comments Almosthumble :)

GO RED WINGS!!!!!!

I don't know how I missed this thread... great job AK :) and one of the first things I noticed was the glow around the hands of Christ..... your right... pushing the darkness away. I love the pictures iwth lighter colors and all, but if you really think about it.... not everything is bright and rosy....sometimes things are dark and gloomy like the nebulas photo from the hubble sight. And with Christ in the center of our universe (our lives) the dark and gloomy disapates from within.my two cents

Welcome to LDSTALK Royal :) Just a little info on Jason..... he is a super guy... lds or not.... and he actually helped me keep close to my faith when things were really bad in my life. So, he's kinda one of my heros too. I love this board.... I love the people.... I have made some real good friends... LDS and non:) Welcome ALL new posters