Posts by SadElder

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Julia's Inquisition - Two elders, the full version! I want you all to see this.

by Julia Orwell in

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sorry it's gonna be long winded.

i've done my best to reconstruct from memory.

my husband was next to me the whole time.

SadElder

They are looking to trap you with eloquent words. Continue to turn the tables back on them and don't answer when you don't want to. Tell them you need to do more research to settle your own questions which are no ones business but yours, "since you do not wsih to be accused of spreading" doubts.

As to Korah- ask them if he will get a resurrection - likely they will say no. The read them the scripture "So down they went, and all who belonged to them, alive into She′ol..." Guess they will get a resurrection per WT understanding of Sheol.

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What were your favorite assembly foods?

by NoRegrets in

so i'm young enough to not remember having hot prepared meals at assemblies, but heard all about it from my parents and the like.

but what i do remember were all of the cold sandwiches and institutional snacks and soda.

remember the food tickets we started to use?

SadElder

JeffT: Jack Daniels and other special spirits in our motor home during the session with the convention heavies.

Can't think of one assembly food item that could be called a favorite.

Always felt sorry for those brothers that slaved away in the kitchen during the hot meal days.

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my worst fears were realized

by magotan in

im on my phone, so im really limited.

i came out to my family about my doubts and my sexuality.

shit hit the fan.

SadElder

We've been wondering if you are OK. Thanks to jgnat for bringing this back to the fore.

Jump in from time to time as you are able and let us know how you are. PM us as too if you want.

the best to you amid your struggles

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I am looking for a vacuum cleaner with very thin flexible attachment to clean each slot up/down & left/right. (See the pic)

by Iamallcool in

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SadElder

I have two vacs that have standard size hoses (1- 1/8 ID). One is a Sears canister vac.

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I am looking for a vacuum cleaner with very thin flexible attachment to clean each slot up/down & left/right. (See the pic)

by Iamallcool in

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SadElder

How about this? I use one to clean computers, car dash crevices, etc.

Vac

http://www.amazon.com/Micro-Vacuum-Attachment-Kit-Piece/dp/B000BSJCLY

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For photographers - Canon shooters

by SadElder in

i'm a nature photographer and like most always seeking better, longer glass.. i'm most attracted to the 600mm f4 is canon lens though some have suggested dropping down to a 500mm due to the weight issue.

both these lenses are heavy and i can't see myself lugging either one long distances without my modified baby stroller.. any experiences with either lens?

what tripod head are you using?.

SadElder

Shamus: haven't heard much other than the ads I've read about the Kirk. Yeah it's pricey too! Aren't we a crazy lot?

Do a follow-up on its' performance if you will.

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For photographers - Canon shooters

by SadElder in

i'm a nature photographer and like most always seeking better, longer glass.. i'm most attracted to the 600mm f4 is canon lens though some have suggested dropping down to a 500mm due to the weight issue.

both these lenses are heavy and i can't see myself lugging either one long distances without my modified baby stroller.. any experiences with either lens?

what tripod head are you using?.

SadElder

Shamus: I bought a 50mm about a month ago but haven't had the time to "play" yet. Soon. BTW did you see how much a 1.2 costs vs the 1.4?...WOW Too much!

Hint: I have a 100-400 IS which has been my mainstay since I started shooting. It's great for birds in flight too, heavy but not terribly so. I'd like to move to the next level with something that gives me a little more reach. Hence the 500 vs 600 question. I can buy a 500 for about $1000 less than a 600. Some folks seem to lean in that direction because of the weight of the 600, about 3 lbs more than the 500. I don't really see that as an issue because I likely will never lug either beast without my "carriage". Though the savings might launch me into that full frame dslr I want.

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For photographers - Canon shooters

by SadElder in

i'm a nature photographer and like most always seeking better, longer glass.. i'm most attracted to the 600mm f4 is canon lens though some have suggested dropping down to a 500mm due to the weight issue.

both these lenses are heavy and i can't see myself lugging either one long distances without my modified baby stroller.. any experiences with either lens?

what tripod head are you using?.

SadElder

Isn't it amazing how much all this stuff costs? Always in search of the next best shot.

Shamus: likewise.

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Can a JWs Elder be "removed" if his wife is known as the congregation "gossip"?

by booker-t in

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i remember in my kingdom hall one of our 5 elders bro.

"smith" had a gossipy wife sis "smith" who would be known to gossip from the time she enter the hall until she left.

i don't know how she never was reproved or counseled for her gossiping.

SadElder

tiki - you beat me to the draw.

Too many elders run their mouths to the wifie who then has to elevate her position by being in "the know". When I tried to stem some of this in one cong. it fell on deaf ears among the body who denied it was a problem.

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If Circuit Overseers drive Buick LaCrosses, what do Governing Body members drive?

by Calebs Airplane in

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i dont think anyone really knows the answer to this one... but im thinking theyre probably driven around by cos in their buick lacrosses and don't actually have cars of their own... but i could be wrong..... by the way, the cos in my area drive used toyota corollas... so it would appear that the american cos get the plush cars while non-american cos get second-rate vehicles.. .

purchase used circuit overseer cars here.... .

SadElder

Grant Suiter used to drive a black Electra 225.

I think most of the other older guys we knew did not drive.

Don't have a clue as to the newbies.