Posts by FadeToBlack

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Dan Sydlik

by done4good in

jw
friends

morning warship - he was the only restraint and i'm not saying that lightly.

i know there are a dozen others here who were in bethel back in the early 2000's who know what i'm talking about.

he actually kept me thinking this was jehovah's org because of his sincerity as if the holy spirit was operating in him.

@Dagney: I think the observation about being a 'company man' is true at many levels, not just GB. I've known a lot of elders and CO's over the years that were mostly normal people, most of the time, and could be a lot of fun to be around in a social way. But, if you pressed the wrong button, they could switch in an instant.

I remember one particular occasion where we were having a nice dinner at our best friends house with a few other families. Music, wine, good food. After dinner, I happened to innocently ask about why CA's cost so much at a hall we built and paid for. Talk about hitting a raw nerve.

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Editing thread title question

by FadeToBlack in

i thought i was saved when i noticed that i could edit my thread title (vechicle to vehicle) but the change only showed up once the thread was selected.

not on the main thread list.

is that just the way it is at the moment?.

FadeToBlack

I thought I was saved when I noticed that I could edit my thread title (vechicle to vehicle) but the change only showed up once the thread was selected. Not on the main thread list. Is that just the way it is at the moment?

Never mind. I just wasn't patient enough. Nice to know that this is available.

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Self-Driving vehicles and delivery robots - why?

by FadeToBlack in

i saw a 'news' article today about pizza hut (i think) delivering pizzas via a robotic vehicle in nz.

also another article headline saying it is not a question of if, but when.

my immediate thought was, why?

FadeToBlack

I saw a 'news' article today about Pizza hut (I think) delivering pizzas via a robotic vehicle in NZ. Also another article headline saying it is not a question of if, but when. My immediate thought was, why? Unemployment is already a major issue in much of the developed world and in the future such jobs as truck divers, taxi cab drivers, delivery staff will also be looking for work? So much for your temp gig with Uber.

It also seemed strange that in the land of the 65 Mustang this idea could actually gain traction. I realize for the business owners, it is great idea (don't need to deal with pesky employees always asking for a raise and benefits), but what is the point for the average joe/Jane? You can watch movies during your daily commute? What am I missing? Or is this just 'progress'?

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Dan Sydlik

by done4good in

jw
friends

morning warship - he was the only restraint and i'm not saying that lightly.

i know there are a dozen others here who were in bethel back in the early 2000's who know what i'm talking about.

he actually kept me thinking this was jehovah's org because of his sincerity as if the holy spirit was operating in him.

FadeToBlack

I remember meeting Dan at a convention in Roanoake Va many years ago. He was approachable, friendly and genuine. I was impressed that he spent all his free time with the regular folks instead of sequestering himself away in the VIP suite. Made an impression on me.

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if you had the slightest of doubt about leaving leaving the watchtower org. go to to jwsurvey.org NOW!

by nowwhat? in

and we are suposed to trust these guys with our lives?

!

FadeToBlack

Well, they are boasting about it at jw.org in the 'Newsroom' section. I wonder how long it will stay up?

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Would you have married your spouse if you weren't both JWs?

by 3rdgen in

jw
friends

ok, i've had some wine, but i'm curious.

objectively speaking, but for the religion, did you have enough in common with your spouse to have met and married as non believers?

FadeToBlack

I would not have met her if we weren't JW's. If we had met as non-JW's, there might have been some physical attraction, but I doubt she would marry me. Looking back, just being JW's and needing a partner, was not a good basis for a marriage. We were both single parents and I thought it would be a win-win. Was I ever wrong!

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todays wt

by bobld in

q10..they forgot one question.. would you let a 30 year old man in diapers inspect your ward robe?.

see opening picture..

FadeToBlack

What is the guy in the 3rd panel doing/checking? Perhap deleting links to hard-core, raunchy, porn? He seems happy...

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I wonder what D.Trump thinks of this order, placed with a Chinese company by Chicago transport

by fulltimestudent in

its interesting to watch these shenagins, isn't it?

the order was for: .

846 7000-series rail cars from csr sifang america jv, which submitted the lowest bid, chicago transport authority said in a statement on its website thursday.

FadeToBlack

And probably, those who are fortunate to get hired will find that their wages are lower than previously.

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Part 3- Finale- Settlement Meeting with Circuit Overseer

by Randy M. in

this is the finale of my meeting with watchtower's circuit overseer henry turner in an attempt to reach a settlement agreement with some kind of resolution .

if you watched the 1st 2 parts you will need to see this because it is in my opinion the best part.

i have also included more still shots of the players so that it will be easier to follow.

FadeToBlack

I didn't see parts 1 and 2, but from listening to part 3, I see what the problem is. You , are trying to be reasonable while staying inside the guidelines of the WTS. The elders and whoever else are involved are not equipped to deal with it, so they seek the easy way out.

That means, getting the more compliant, less bothersome party to agree to give it up (of course for JHVH's name because apparently he can't take care of himself). They can't handle the sociopaths, so they take the easy route. I've been thru this a few times myself. At the moment, my wife is dealing with this in her congregation where some (4) families bought some property but one of them is trying to get it all for himself. It has caused a civil war in the congregation with everyone taking ill-informed sides.

She said the WT study has turned into a battle ground where everyone is making comments, trying to apply the information to their point of view. I warned her about getting called into the back room, but she doesn't care.

Do what is right and let the cards fall where they will. Good luck.

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Proof of any Dragons

by pleaseresearch in

does anybody have any proof of the existence of dragons?.

we read in revelation about satan being the dragon, but aren't dragons mythological creatures?.

FadeToBlack

Nice catch. What word is translated as 'dragon'?