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  68-year-old JW woman misses Saturday FS to go to school

  by blondie in

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  http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2007/03/05/pursuit_of_diploma_requires_final_challenge/pursuit of diploma requires final challengemcas hurdle tests 68-year-old studentlula mae johnson of mattapan took a math class saturday as she prepared for the mcas exam.

  (wendy maeda/globe staff) by tracy jan, globe staff | march 5, 2007. after being out of school for 45 years, lula mae johnson enrolled in an adult education program five years ago in hopes of earning her high school diploma.. now 68, johnson is the oldest student in the boston public schools taking the mcas this week -- her final hurdle before walking across the graduation stage at faneuil hall in may.starting this school year, adults working toward a high school diploma must pass the math and english exams of the massachusetts comprehensive assessment system test.

  traditional high school students have been required since 2003 to pass the state exams to graduate.. some older students who have gone back to school for a shot at better careers balk at the idea of sitting for the five-day exam, which includes multiple-choice questions, open response, and an essay.

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  bernadette

  What an inspiring example - fds take note
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  Was this like Armageddon over Sydney yesterday?

  by ozziepost in

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  been off-air mopping up since last night.

  the mother of all storms hit us and quite suddenly - one minute it was hot (as usual lately), the next all went dark and the most violent of thunderstorms hit us.

  in a time of drought this was some reversal!

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  bernadette

  WOW Awesome pics.

  Glad you're both okay.
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  My plan--fully revealed

  by Junction-Guy in

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  i think most of you already know what i have been planning.

  i have mentioned it somewhat already.

  i have sent bits of pieces of my story to several christian ministries, and they want to know more.

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  bernadette

  thanks for explaing

  sounds like you and Amanda have a very solid bond

  Its very damaging the way the wts fosters that horrible lonliness in children and adults. I feel for you

  keep on track, once you've got it out you can properly heal.

  love

  bernadette
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  My plan--fully revealed

  by Junction-Guy in

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  i think most of you already know what i have been planning.

  i have mentioned it somewhat already.

  i have sent bits of pieces of my story to several christian ministries, and they want to know more.

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  bernadette

  Hi junction guy

  Sounds like you have a good plan.

  What is reparation therapy?

  The impression I'm getting is that your family are a major stumbling block to whether or not you can properly explore your gay side in a balanced way. They may never give you the backing and approval you need.

  So if you have the therapy in place first it may give you the peace of mind to deal with your family when you tell them.

  just my 2p worth.

  take care

  bernadette
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  My real childhood experience

  by Junction-Guy in

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  follks im gonna have to post this in increments as my webtv is acting up, i had a big post already started and then it went haywire.

  should i blame it on the demons?

  trying to shut me up?

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  bernadette

  Its really sad that you had such a lonely childhood but am glad your inactive grandma supported you somewhat.
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  Leolaia's Scenic Travel Photos

  by Leolaia in

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  well, i thought i'd start a fluff thread for once, so i'm posting here some of my favorite photos from my many trips over the years.

  i hope you enjoy them and they inspire you to take awesome pictures on your own travels (or even your own backyard).

  [edited to add...let's hope this formatting helps...jgnat].

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  bernadette

  the Ayr's rock pic is strikingly beautiful

  As for the croc - words fail me - it looks too close for comfort!
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  Life After Bethel Part 2

  by new boy in

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  as i mention before i was going to move to califorina when i left bethel, to get way from debbie's parents.

  so i thought the best thing to do was to go to the service department and ask them were they "needed help" in the bay area of northern califorina.........this shows you how totally delusional i really was at the time.........i thought i could still "help" others, by moving to area that needed help.......yea right!........

  just what a conergation needed another "burned out" exbethelite.

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  bernadette

  thanks bruv
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  For All Former Elders

  by Yizuman in

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  i would like to pose some questions that may challenge your thoughts, if i may.... .

  former elders, while i may commend you all for seeing the real truth on about the so called "truth" and thus leaving the borg for what it really & truly is, a lie.

  former elders, have you ever thought about or attempted to contact anyone that have been disfellowshipped by your involvement in the j.c.?

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  bernadette

  Sammieleeswife, just to clarify, when I wrote - the organisation is to blame - I meant to say the governing body are to blame. The elders are simply carrying out orders they have been indoctrinated to believe is coming from Jehovah through Jesus Christ. That's what they are reminded of again and again.

  But with regard to child abuse and pedophiles - the society's policy ought to stop elders dead in their tracks and make them revaluate their position as elder.
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  Welcome Ronin to the board.

  by purplesofa in

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  hey........ i have a friend that just joined the board.........ronin, although i cannot find his name in the member list????.

  i have known him for ages and ( he is a hottie).

  glad you joined the board and look forward to your posting.. love, .

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  bernadette

  Hi Ronin, looking forward to getting to know ya

  welcome

  bernadette
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  For All Former Elders

  by Yizuman in

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  i would like to pose some questions that may challenge your thoughts, if i may.... .

  former elders, while i may commend you all for seeing the real truth on about the so called "truth" and thus leaving the borg for what it really & truly is, a lie.

  former elders, have you ever thought about or attempted to contact anyone that have been disfellowshipped by your involvement in the j.c.?

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  bernadette

  I agree with sammielee24. The organisation is to blame.

  My husband used to cry over disfellowshipping cases he'd sat on, and he'd very upset and unable to rest all night.

  bernadette