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  For mensa members only

  by kelsey007 in

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  what is your iq?

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  Granny Linda

  I wouldn't want to know what my I.Q. is...probably too depressing when "comparing" myself to other's that have qualified with years of book learning. I'm one of those who learned about life the hard way.

  I know of a man who used to be Mensa member...he also served time in prison for murder. So what's the point,eh. And degrees show that the person was disciplined enough to pursue what other's may never have had the chance for because of finances...again, what does it all prove?

  Personally I enjoy being around "educated" people who have learned how to rise above some of the more negative aspect of their life, and rather than put down those who aren't "book smart", usually exercise more common sense in daily affairs.

  Give me a common sense, caring individual that understands there is more to life then "comparing."

  granny
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  The Sleeping Dragon is Awakening

  by Perry in

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  us officials are signalling that a deal has been reached with france and russia to overcome their objections to a new resolution against iraq.

  senior diplomats are discussing the latest resolution drafted by the united states at a closed-door meeting of the un security council.

  iraq... will face serious consequences as a result of its continued violations of its obligations .

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  Undisfellowshipped, thanks for posting that site. While I do not look at the world through eyes of a Christian, I do like to read what other's have to say about the NWO. No matter how you slice it, it's damn scary stuff happening each and every day. And the majority of American citizens continue believing the lies told by those intent upon furthering this global agenda.

  Anyhow, I've saved the site for further reading.

  granny
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  My grandma

  by Vivamus in

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  my grandma was a remarkable woman, with a sense of humour that could crack me up.

  and she had the determination to make everything she started a success.

  she never gave up, and fought for everything she hold dear.

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  Hugs and love going your way. So sorry about your grandmother. They are indeed very special people.

  granny
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  OT: Taken in a stray dog...

  by glitter in

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  it's bonfire night (well it was) and mum saw a skinny mongrel (alsatian x labrador x collie type thing) scared half to death in the street and took him in at least just until the fireworks stopped.. we've reported him found with the police, and we're keeping him until his owner comes forward but it looks like he's been straying for a very long time - nails all worn down, really bad fleas, bad ears, starving hungry, stinky, all stuff like that.

  the lost dog police person didn't think it sounded like anyone would be looking for him unless he'd been lost ages.. he's very friendly, the only problem is he's chased the cats, and now none of them will come in (except one i actually went and picked up and brought upstairs).

  ok it's only been a few hours, but if they don't get on he'd have to go to the dog warden - and then he'd only have 10 days.... the youngest two were very very close to our dog that died last year, so they probably don't remember him at all or how nice dogs can be.

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  That poor dog I think it's great that you two are trying to help.

  My son's, Aunt Billie, no kidding...at one time had 42 cats and 6 dogs. Yes, at the same time. No wonder she lives out in the mountains. She took in every stray, and then some. All those animals learned to get along just fine.

  Even the vet gave her a special reduced rate because all animals got shots, fixed, and anything else that was necessary for maintaining good health. Most of her cats are getting old (14-18 years of age) as she herself is (70) so has cut down on her animal count. It's currently 1 dog (older,that was doomed if not rescued) and 14 or 16 cats. Her oldest cat just died this past summer at age 21. Amazing, just amazing.

  One of my biggest gripes is about people who refuse to neuter/spay their animals Somedays I understand perfectly well why Aunt Billie prefers her animals over people...

  granny
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  Daughter OK After Operation

  by Undecided in

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  my daughter, lisa, had her operation and she is doing fine, she is comming home in a few hours.

  they didn't find what was causing her pain though.

  the doc said that was true in about 30% of these cases and many times it could be stress.

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  Farkel, what a very kind, loving compliment you offered up.
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  Boundaries Part 2

  by Victor_E in

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  a boundary is a limit we set to give our life structure and form.

  many victims never were taught or allowed to set normal healthy proper boundaries.

  in my jw days it was appalling to see how elders and the whole authority machine constantly violated boundaries of rank and file jws.

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  Granny Linda

  Good post, thanks.

  Yeah, a lot of people don't like it when we find our's...and that's their problem. Self respect is the most important recovering tool I can think of at the moment. Something not many were introduced to - not just JW's.

  I read where shame seems to be an effective tool some use on these type forums, too. Shame on you for even investigating something that goes contrary to political correctness...shame on you for writing about such things...shame on you for having a difference of opinion; on, and on it goes.

  At the same time it can be difficult for me too not over step another's boundaries...even when I don't think they know what the hell it even means. Maybe with old age I'm finally learning that walking away in silence saves so much wasted energy on people who seem to lack the ability for even reconizing that humans have, and always will, differ - for whatever reasons.

  Yesterday at the community center my husband and I work at, this old lady, very much "Chrisianized" in her belief, attempted to shame my husband because he expressed his opinion about the Bible - after she brought up the subject. This was not the first time she has done such, and she can be real glad it wasn't me she approached.

  One day while I was climbing on a ladder helping to clear out the storage shed of junk collected at said community center, I used the word, "shit." Oh my goodness...this same woman I've known for almost 20 years came over wagging her finger in my face telling me, "what did you say?" I told her what I'd just said, and she then went further with "take that back!" OMGawd, give me a break!

  And this from a retired school teacher. I can only imagine the shame she helped heap upon some of her former students. And the funny thing, I wonder if she can reconize that I do love her, even at her uglist times. But I do not allow "old age" to get in the way when some people just continue pushing their idealogy, or trying to, my way.

  People. I love em'. Well, most of the time.

  granny
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  Are you living out some of your dreams yet?

  by LyinEyes in

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  i have been up watching saturday night fever, made in the year 1977. funny thing i noticed , the club that the tony(john travolta) dances at is called 2001 odessey.

  i thought god , i was 10 or 11 when that movie came out.

  i wanted to see it so bad, but good jw's would never see such a movie, the disco era right.

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  I'm not so sure that I've lived out any of my dreams, but I sure as heck have done things I'd never dreamed of. And I mean that in a postive way.

  I was fortunate in that just prior to my df at age 19, I had already begun a career that would progress with time. The down-slide was getting involved in daily drunkedness...and not having dealt with my tramatic JW youth. Somehow those two, for me, went hand in hand.

  Since my introduction into recovery 15 years ago, I've learned a lot more about visualization; creating what we desire. It all takes time and effort. I've accepted that for myself, each day is living my dream to some extent. I'm no longer plagued with nightmares about ARmaggdon nor do I worry myself about what that side of the family might think about me. That is living my dream to some degree. Not every dream takes on a physical acting out, such as career - although I'm a firm believer in going for the gusto...absolutely and positively, seek your heart's desire.

  Of the many things I thought would interest me, it's funny really, each day brings a new encounter of some sort that allows me to practice the principles by which I desire to be guided by. Now I certainly do fall short on occassion, but that's ok. So I guess my dream today is living a simple, uncomplicated life. Which I do.

  On the other hand, as for living out "a dream", we are planning to relocate in another state come spring. With us will be my son and his family. It's what each has expressed a desire for. Meantime daughter-in-law is enrolled in night classes, has 3 children under the age of 7, and works two days a week. So this grandma is getting closer to her "dream" of just being the grandma who helps with the grandchildren, gardens, does crafts, and will always continue doing community service work. And helping to enstill the knowledge that what we envision can become reality.

  Granny, of the "dreams do come true" class......thanks for a great topic, DeDe.
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  You are never really alone in life

  by kenpodragon in

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  recently as i posted on this site, a very dear friend of mine lost her child in a most terrible manner.

  it has been five days now, and they have laid the child to rest, but the love that had poured out to these two parents has been astounding.

  the thing is, the love that is the most surprising is the love that has come from the online friends.

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  Howdy, Dragon.

  I still think of Dana and her family so often. Just one of those tragic reminders that what we hold so near and dear can vanish in an instant.

  I was telling my husband you can be sure it was her on-line friends for one, that poured out their hearts to that family...sure as hell can't count on JW's for comfort. I'm not at all surprised hearing of the support they received. I purposably went back to Tim's site just to read more because it was Dana...who always struck me as the sincere, loving person she wrote as.

  Granny, who hasn't forgotten your son is soon to make an appearance. Damn, you'd think Logan was gonna be my grandson as excited as I am.
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  HONESTLY, Do You Consider Yourself A Nice Person?

  by minimus in

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  do you really feel that you are a nice person or an unlikeable one?

  when you were in a congregation, did you tend to get along with people?

  were you contentious?

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  Honestly? Most of the time. I also know I'm capable of great anger when I feel pushed by some idiot that just doesn't understand what "get the f--k out of my face" means. Otherwise I'm also learning how easy it is for just walking away from certain situations because it's not important today for having the last word...especially with know-it-all buttheads.

  granny
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  What's Your WORST Vice???

  by minimus in

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  now that you no longer have any real restrictions, have you allowed yourself to do something "naughty"?

  what's your worst vice?

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  I don't really have "vices." Now there are things about my personality some may find offensive, but I don't consider them as such. I know old age setting in has made a difference because not that long ago I bragged about...well, I won't say it here.

  What some might consider VICE, other's might consider virtue...

  granny