Posts by gambit

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Are you ever surprised at who is attracted to whom here?

by berylblue in

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you lurkers.

the ones who read this board just to observe everything that's going on.

never say a word, except on very rare occasions.

gambit

I like OMI's position, although now that I know she is out there, I'm paranoid to post ...

My thoughts go along the lines, that as soon as I posted I changed some dynamics, somewhere. It would have been nice to lurk longer than I did... I am still very timid and also delete atleast as many posts as I make... I'm trying on a few different shoes to see how they fit, while at the same time trying to "fit in" somewhere.

When I first posted I listed a few posters who I really admire... As far as attractions... hmmm... There are all kinds on this board but it's difficult to see beyond the words, eg tone, posture, eye contact, all the good stuff that goes with attractions. So, I think I am searching for acceptance and healing... By watching, reading, and ALMOST posting atleast I've done the soul work that made me think through my position. From my current position, I like just about everyone on this board...

OMI, PM me if you have "STOOPID" questions... I have been out 20 years, and this stuff is hitting me like a ton of bricks... I am having a hard time figuring out what questions to ask and keep spinning... I would love to hear your questions... And I won't try to talk you into posting, and I wont print what you send me... I am sincerly looking for something I am overlooking...

gambit

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Why should I be Happy?

by Maverick in

i had a good day today.

i love my job, still some days are just great, and today was one of those days!

all day i was in a great mood and working like a bi-polar in a manic state.

gambit

Maverick --

I second everything Robdar just said... I just got divorced after a 20 year marriage... I still have a 15 yo son, who is staying with me. I know things are tough for him right now, and I find it hard from day to day to find the strength to pick up the pieces and move forward. Your words are encouraging...

gambit

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dilemna--what would YOU do?

by Ravyn in

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ok, lee and i rented a nice little house from a sweet couple for over two years when we lived in tn.

it was the only good thing about tn.

we had nice neighbors and wonderful landlords.

gambit

Rayvn,

I might consider taking all the above suggestions and wrapping them up in some sort of reply to the neighbor that emailed you. Suggest to her, that SHE call the police anonymously... You could go so far as to say that since you moved, your position may even be considered harassment, cause who knows what relationship you had with everyone involved.

It very kind of you to be concerned, and to care enough to help, but I wouldn't suggest putting yourself in the middle.

PS. Wish your prior landlord well. Oh, and maybe ask him how everything is working out. He may shed some light on the topic without you getting involved.

gambit

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I passed my exam ! (... but 4 more to go)

by Simon in

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i'm now officially certifiable ... erm, i mean certified having passed my first exam:.

070-315 developing and implementing web applications with microsoft visual c# .net and microsoft visual studio .net.

i now have 2 more to do to get mcad status (ms certified application developer) and 4 more for mcsd (ms certified soution developer).

gambit

Great job Simon... Stick with it... I couldn't keep up with the technology, so I know what your doing isn't easy...

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Urgent Legal Help Needed: Asylum for a Minor

by kitties_and_horses_oh_my! in

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friends

i'm going to be very vague and stick to just the most essential details (for reasons you will see):.

i am aware of a 17 year old (parents are dubs, he doesn't want to be but is forced to go to mtgs) who has been suicidal and asked a friend to come and get him from his home.

he left a note to his parents saying he is safe, etc., but his parents are already fairly sure of where he is.

gambit

State differ in their "legal age" concept... It was legal for my son to come and go, anytime of day or night, at the age of 16... even though I assumed legal responsibilty till the age of 18. In fact, if I locked him out, he could file charges against me. For 2 years, I never locked the door to my house and let nature run its course. It was difficult, being the parent on the receiving end, but in the end... he did OK.

Guess what I'm saying is, as far as the legal issues, have an adult talk to DA's, Atty's, Social Workers, asking what it would take to help the parents get him to go home. (Not as an opponent of the parents... you will get two different stories). You may find that the parents have a very difficult legal issue ahead of them.

With that said, a lot of concern has already been expressed about the well-being of all parties - mental and physical...
I would continue to pursue this avenue... ** As I look again to see if Lady Lee posted yet **

I believe that the parents need counseling prior to, and possibly more so, than the child. This statement is not about JW, but rather, as an adult accepting responsibility and humanity... The ~~kid~~ young man is trying to grow beyond what his parents are capable of supporting. In the end, it may not be about the religion at all (who cares, as long as he is happy)... there is normal rebellion, personal identity, self-respect, and a whole list of emotions he is experiencing without having the coping skills and/or support to handle them.

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If you could have one date with anyone, who would it be?

by obiwan in

i've thought about this, the problem is there are so many wonderful choice's, i don't know where to start!

i always had a thing for tiffany, the singer, when i was younger!

gambit

Demi Moore...

Oh, wait, Sarah Brightman,

No, Belinda Carlisle... Wait, Enya...

I hate questions like this ! I'd be happy with ~~just about~~ any date ~~so long as she isn't pretentious.~~

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Coming out too!!! Hello my name is

by puppylove in

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.

donna huete - and i'm an ex-jehovah's witness.. .

woooo-hooooo

gambit

Welcome puppylove...

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Coming out of the closet/Blowing my cover/My story and I'm sticking to it!

by HadEnuf in

dear friends:.

what a pleasure it has been to browse this website over the past couple of years...first as a lurker and then as a member.

i now intend to "come out of the closet"...blow my cover and tell you my story (and i'm sticking to it!).

gambit

Welcome...

I like readin' what ever I want...
I take want I like and throw away the rest...
oh, and R rated movies too

Best of luck with the family.

gambit

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The Fine Art of Kissing

by Robdar in

i use to hate kissing.

i was a virgin until i was 19 and married.

i hadnt had a chance to experiment with kissing in my teenage years.

gambit

Ok, slightly off topic... but I'm working on a poem about a deaf/mute and I need to know which way your toes curl, up or down ?

I know you think I'm kidding, but I was up till 2:00 last night working on this...

I think mine curl up in anticipation and down upon reciept, but it's been sooo long, I can't remember...

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...but I happen to like the JWs/WT.....

by ScoobySnax in

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jehovah's witnesses.

the organisation.

i love 'em both still.

gambit

Is it just my imagination or what? If you like "intellectualizing" and "rationalizing" everything in life, then I can see liking the JW's... Did you ever in your life have an emotionally expressive conversation with a JW ? And I mean one where YOU really felt that the JW was expressing heartfelt sentiments that were sincere and not reeking narcissism and/or self-pity?

If you have, then you've found a JW that may be someone to hang on to... in fact, they may be leaving soon, so hang on tight.

gambit