Intro From Rusure

[rusure]

I just joined this board today. I've long been active in online forums, but a few months ago pulled back from activity in all but those that supported the things I need to be doing, if that makes sense. I'm an adult convert after spending over 35 years as a Catholic and was recently sealed in the temple with my husband (a lifelong member) and my 2 youngest children from a prior marriage.

Joining the church was like coming home. I have a very strong testimony which is a good thing because things have come at us from left and right since I joined the church. It's a privilege to have been given the opportunity to know about the gospel. I still feel very much like a child in my knowledge which is hard because I can be accomplished in other areas of my life, but oh well, better now than never! LOL! I also like to debate religion and politics so have a thick skin, but am still feeling my way on this site and wondering what areas are debate-ish and which are more for discussion and fellowship (surprised to see debate on a primary question board).

I struggle also with Relief Society and the way a lot of Mormon women seem friendly on the outside but are kinda clique-y. I don't care on the one hand -- I'm very busy and have family and friends, but it makes Relief Society a kind of bittersweet experience, too. I think also because I'm Catholic that the loudness before Sacrament Meeting and Relief Society is also a little unnerving. Part of that's my problem and part of that I think is something members should be a little more respectful of (time to be quiet and reflect).

So that's the short version :) and I hope I can contribute!

ETA: Should have said because I WAS CAtholic that the loudness .... No, that wasn't a Freudian slip. LOL!

[darrel]

Welcome rusure. I have not been on this forum long but do find it stimulating to discussions of note. One thing that stands out is non lds forum members will provide challenging dialogue which should pique our forum skills. Many well educated LDS posters give refreshing insites that help us all have a good forum experience.

[Dr T]

Welcome to LDS Talk :)

[onyx]

Hi Rusure,

Welcome aboard!

It's always great to have new people.

Refreshing to have new points of view.

You have an interesting background.

I'm looking forward to your posts.

Onyx

[john doe]

Welcome. If you need help with something here, don't hesitate to ask.

[Palerider]

welcome here....hope you have a great stay.