Posts by Tina

Bwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa lolol. I haven't laughed so hard in ages ....
Remaining true to form here(((((((((((Fark))))))))))))
I'm like that in real life. ASk wasasis,lol. First thing I did when meeting her was hug her,then another one a few min later lololo.
Guess I'll have to handcuff myself at any big apostate bashes bwaaaaaaa.luv ya ">.T

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DFW Posters - dinner plans this Sunday night?

by Billygoat in

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some of us have talked about getting together for dinner this sunday night.

this is not the official north texas apostofest, but everyone is welcome to come.. anyway, we decided sushi would be fun, so i've recommended my favorite sushi bar.

if you aren't into sushi, please come anyway.

Tina

(((((Andigirl)))))
Too long a walk for me,but bite a sushi for me will ya? Wish I could be there.One of these days....luv,T

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life sucks and then you die

by kevin221 in

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only if you're lucky.. here's hoping this is my lucky night.

Tina

(((((((((Kev))))))))))) darling!!
No doubt about it,life has it's rough and low times. And when we've lost a loved one,the first holiday without them is so very painful.I know,been there too sweetie. But guess what?
You are the walking talking,loving living testament to them. You are the one who carries part of him with you in your heart,wherever you go! The strength and love of life that was his,is now yours!
Do what he would have wanted you too! And that's live for yourself and for him,so not only your love,but his can shine thru you!
Jon was a fighter! Fight to go and share the gifts he has given you with all!
I often read his 'Mean Mutha Tina' mail he sent me.And I still laugh and appreciate the gift of himself that he shared.
His gifts shine thru,the love,courage,ability to see humor in even moments of desperation. let them shine Kev,let them shine. That's what he would have wanted and insisted you do.
Sending you mail doll. Major hugs and vibes of love going your way.Tina

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"UNCONDITIONAL LOVE"-REALLY???

by Bill Parker in

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unconditional love really?

some today believe that all anyone has to do is believe on the lord jesus christ.

just believe that this unconditional love is enough for us to gain this free gift.

Tina

well nice final slam as you exit here!
I don't need an archaic book,written by crusty patriarchal men in an age long ago to tell me whom and how to love. Let's not even mention the conditions and terms put on 'love'.
Sorry you need this antiquated,biased,sexist manual to do what should come naturally. I feel sorry for you.
NAsty comments we make? Let's not also the mention the hate,genocide,murder incest etc etc that is in YOUR instruction manual.
Have a good ,whatever.T

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INDIANA posters

by dubla in

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i was talking on the phone about a week ago with a poster from this forum, and when he found out i was from south bend, indiana, he asked me if i had gotten together with the group of indiana posters that were having a small gathering (around bloomington i think?).

the truth is, i havent had one-on-one contact with too many from this board up till now, save some frequent chat room visitors, so i didnt realize we had an indiana following.

after my name appeared on the whos who page, i did get emails from a couple people familiar with the area, but i would like to get in contact with the rest of the indiana posters.

Tina

Hiyas Ginny dubla and all!
I'm very close,tho not in Indy,as Ginny knows. I can be easily imported unlike the good booze "> Just lemme know! luv to all,Tina Import Class

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On decorating trees

by Yerusalyim in

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as liza, the kids, and i were decorating the christmas tree last night, my mind went back to our first christmas together 6 years ago.

one of the first questions liza asked was "you're not going to put up a tree, are you?

" typical jw conditioning.

Tina

(((((((yeru))))))))
Been doing the holiday thing for years now. I LOVE IT. It wasn't hard to do as half the family was never Jw anyway,and visited them,had dinners,etc around that time.

Lemme see. I never have a big regular tree cuz this place is damned small.lol But I do a tabletop mini-one. I decorate the windows,bought holiday dishes etc.

I took on the nonJW family tradition of opening gifts on xmas eve.
Dinner depends on that various work schedules here. Either day,one year a few days before so as to be together.
We're flexible.
I use the extra time to bake a lot of traditional Italian goodies. Calzones,biscotti etc.
I also make Challah always have even when going to kh.
My hubby,Danny just got introduced to lox and challah a a few weeks ago. I didn't realize he'd never had them before. I said,Nu? What a kvetch! lol(can ya tell I've worked w/ too many jewish docsa and therapists?lol) I've attended wonderful seders as well.

My Mom told me years ago that the my maternal grandmothers people came from The Schwazenwald,all were lost during WW2,as uncle in the service attempted to find them when he was there. For some reason that was a hush hush subject in the fam/

Anyway,we visit a lot,have re-connected with the non_JW family members. It's a pretty social time as well as family .
Basically we have a lot of enjoyment.
We go downtown to look at the decorated store windows.Guess that's a tradition.
The Nutcracker Ballet always runs around the holidays,see that too.
I also serve xmas dinner at one of the homeless shelters.

For many years(secretly even before I left) I wrote to the military personal every xmas-via dear Abby.
During the Saudi war,I made a couple of close friends. I have a flag that is certified as having flown in the area by a crew flying one of the warthogs,someone else sent me a bottle of Saudi sand and many pics!! I was also invited to his retirement ceremony in Az.

I received an hour long video a Sarge took of himself and pals-A day in the Life of a Soldier in Bosnia. Still have these mementos of friendship and cherish them. I have A Ranger tab,sweatshirt from an embassy marine in Norway,many pins etc. All this was very unexpected as I just sent them cookies and stuff like that.I had aSSGT write me and ask me to send letters and to put perfume on them,he said made the tent he was in smell better than the guys feet! lololol SO I did for his entire tour.
Soldiers are the BEST!! I guess I need to then the American military here,not for just helping me re-connect with the larger human family and getting back into what the holidays are REALLY about-PEOPLE,but for their service to our country. MERRY XMAS dear men and women in all branches!! You gave me a gift that can never be matched or repaid!wherever you are! You are thought of and loved!!
Anyway,I ramble.lol luv,T
Now we couldn't write this year and I feel something important is missing. Other than that it's a wonderful time!

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American Accents

by Duncan in

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dear all.

watched parkinson last week (week before?

), anyway, the one that starred elton john (for those not in the uk, parkinson is a bbc saturday night chat show hosted by mr michael p.).

Tina

ooooo yeru lol. Not true hun.
Talked to Ginny on the phone,she mentioned my accent. I don't have one(or so I thought lol)
She said it's half New York,half Minn,,,,lol Tina

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High Achieving Women

by Thirdson in

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some of you are aware of my feelings about the role of women in the christian congregation and know i chose a female priest (and someone who is now a good friend) to conduct thirdson and mrs. thirdsons wedding.

what got me thinking was yesterdays review of the results of the "all colleague survey" with my manager when we discussed where we as department were doing well and where we needed improvement.

my boss scored an approval rating of over 85% on nearly every topic.

Tina

(((((3rd)))))))
Hi!
One of my pet issues here. Just wanted to say,I plan on contributing as soon as time allows. I didn't want to see this get buried. Thanks for bringing up what I consider such a relevant issue that any woman involved in fundamental christianity (JW) needs to think about. hugs,T

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To all who so generously sent loving thoughts

by Mommie Dark in

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well, like the proverbial bad penny, mommie dark is back again.

the last week has been a long drugged blur (and kent, i can hear you snickering about how that isn't a bad thing .

to all who sent such wonderful greetings and good wishes, my sincere thanks.

Tina

To Quote the unsinkable nel

am chuffed' WB Md luv and hugs always!!! T

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