Posts by AudeSapere

A few years ago, Simon wrote: It was clear that this was *the* biggest factor in the whole affair. They wanted to know if I'd be willing to take it down and hinted that this whole affair could probably be forgotten about if I did. They wanted to know how many people visited the site. I leaned forward in my chair and said "about 16,000 a week" (it's gone up a bit since then!) and then added "that's more than you get at a district convention once a year isn't it?". I really like that 'seething elder look'.

[Quoted from: http://www.jehovahs-witness.net/jw/experiences/67969/1/My-life-and-how-JWD-came-to-be-Part-4 ]

-Aude.

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Cooking With Leolaia

by Leolaia in

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then add the pineapple:.

now add some fresh basil.

chop up some basil (thai basil is best), and mix into the vegetable medley.. .

AudeSapere

Looks great!

Bookmarking, as suggested.

-Aude.

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Some Confusion - What is this site in regards to JW?

by Green Jade in

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i seem to have a bit of confusion concerning the purpose of this website and the people in it.

perhaps i am not computer savvy and do not understand some of the expressions used.

could someone comment and help clarify.. .

AudeSapere

(What happened to my formatting and font in the post above???)

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Some Confusion - What is this site in regards to JW?

by Green Jade in

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i seem to have a bit of confusion concerning the purpose of this website and the people in it.

perhaps i am not computer savvy and do not understand some of the expressions used.

could someone comment and help clarify.. .

AudeSapere

Welcome to JWN. It's nice to have you join us.

Green Jade wrote: I was confused by the threads.

One thread used foul language (from a JW) in trying to prove someone was or was not a witness.

It's the internet. Some people are genuine. Some people take on other personalities and hide behind their anonomity. Foul language from a JW is not that uncommon - even in real life.

The Posting Guidelines advocates the use of clean and non-threatening words.

Advocate, yes. 24/7 enforcement? No. There are just a couple of volunteer moderators and they do not monitor each and every post. Also, sometimes nothing captures a mood quite like a dirty word.

Another discussion was concerning getting a badge for a convention. Another one was against JW beliefs.

I really don't understand why this is a problem or even worth mentioning. As fokyc succinctly pointed out, "The place to discuss anything relating to Jehovah's Witnesses and the WatchTower Bible and Tract Society... or just make new friends!" [Quoted from the home page.] Independent thought and discussion is allowed.

Others have broken down this site for me and now I know I belong here, but I do not know where.

This isn't a Kingdom Hall. You do not have an assigned or designated position. And even better... You can change your mind whenever you find it appropriate. If you have some sort of JW connection or interest, this can be a great place for you.

Welcome to the group.

-Aude Sapere (meaning: Dare to Know; Dare to Have Wisdom/Understanding; Dare to Think for Yourself)

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Witness Funeral--to go ot not to go?

by ValiantBoy in

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my 78 year old great-uncle is very ill and is expected to pass away within the next couple of days.

he has been being receiving chemo for a few weeks (which he appeared to be responding to), but then he developed severe pneumonia and then had a massive heart attack a few days ago.

he now has a blood infection, and his liver and kidneys have quit functioning.

AudeSapere

Sometimes it's a loving gesture to endure frustrating situations.

It's just an hour or so; not like committing to attending meetings and field service for the next 5 years.

Given your close relationship with your aunt and uncle, and the frustration, embarrassment and loss of congregation status that they endured in order to show love and respect for you, I would think it highly appropriate to attend.

Shame on the speaker if he attempts to humiliate the DF'd attendees.

Be kind and loving to your family that has been so kind and loving to you.

-Aude.

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Ridiculous JW Story - Just Remembered

by mentallyfree31 in

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i just happened to remember this ridiculous jw story that involved the elders/wt rules at my former congregation.

for many years, there was a building immediately next to the kh.

it was a local businessman, and after several years he converted it to a part time church.

AudeSapere

Would not want a passerby to think that the KH was at all affiliated with the church, would we?

-Aude.

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Megan doesn't have Cancer! (Update)

by KW13 in

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we went on wednesday to the hospital.

apparently she is too young to have a mammogram or something to that effect.

they did however do one of those ultrasound scans and she was subject to a basic physical examination.. it's good news really, although now we need to know why it's happening because apparently she may have to have an operation to remove the ducts in her breast to find out what exactly is going on.

AudeSapere

Thanks for the Good News Update! At least you two can breathe a little easier for now.

I soo understand your mixed emotions about being a little 'unaccepting' that it wasn't cancer. I think what you are probably frustrated with is that you don't have an actual diagnosis yet and thus you cannot really move into the 'fix-it' stage.

KW13 wrote: physical examination AND even ultrasounds don't pick up all types of cancer

That's true. I've been having mammograms since my mid-30's. And partly because of my own history of cancer (Hodgkin's Lymphoma), I have been a little obsessive about developing breast cancer. My doctors have arranged ultrasounds (about every 3 - 5 years) to help with screening. Ultrasounds pick up things that don't show so well on Mammo's. This spring I had some 'oddities' that they wanted to look at more closely so doctors ordered MRI of my breasts. MRI can present TOO much info - it's incredibly sensitive - as it shows EVERYTHING.

The next step is biopsy. Takes about 30 minutes and is not too painful. Biopsy is pretty good indicator as to whether or not cancer is present.

There may be lots of reasons why blood is oozing but it's always good to get it checked out.

I don't know how things are in the UK, but here it's very common to get 2nd opinions. Working in the healthcare industry, I strongly recommend it. If nothing else, it helps educate yourself on the situation at hand and various treatment options. At best, it helps you select a physician that you feel comfortable with and with whom you can communicate well.

Looking forward to many more good updates on your young family.

-Denise.

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Tetragrammaton Tattoo

by cabasilas in

last week was finals week at the college.

as i was studying for one of my tests i noticed this one guy (early 20s, muscular, four day beard, average college student looking) getting on the elevator next to where i was sitting.

then i noticed he had a rather unusual tattoo.

AudeSapere

Kingdavidwasframed wrote: OK, I was actually thinking about getting a tat like this...... any comments?

Nothing shows up. Are you trying to insert a photo?

I'm not sure how to do it on this site, but there is no photo in your post.

-Aude.

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december awake page 8

by booby in

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looks like they had to go back to 1912 to find a secular source that suited their agenda.. christmas customs and traditions-their history and significance.

.

AudeSapere

That's pretty funny.

1912 is nearly 100 years ago.

An yet... If someone is presenting info about WT proceedures and doctrine and tries to use WT material from that time period (1912), well... LOL You just better NOT. Don't even THINK about presenting witnesses with ANY old WT documents, books or brochures from 1930, 1940, 1950, 1960, 1970 or 1980. They just will not accept that it is current 'light'.

Very interesting double standard.

This is an article that I'd actually like to see. Can you provide a scan?

-Aude.