Man...I don't know, but devout though he may be, he has tattoos, posed in the nude for Sports Illustrated, and in general, does not seem to be too attached to the faith. Hard to say. I am a die hard Nationals fan, so I see him often. I think he does it his way.
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Now that Packer is gone, newspapers seem to be referencing his comments about the secret to a happy marriage being 'a cookie and a kiss'. I've tried to search for references to the phrase in the context of a talk, etc. and can't find it. Help? Can it be as simple as him thinking that a terrific marriage means the wife gets to bake cookies for her priesthood holder, then her "reward"
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Lori, I am sorry for your loss. Also that your mother wasn't given a chance to 'be'.
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Oh, I am terribly sad for you. I have lost many dog friends and it hurts each time. Peace to your heart. I am not LDS any longer, but in my heart I feel I'll see my little munchkins again.
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Mine wasn't one thing per se; it was everything. I started to feel absolutely and completely overwhelmed as a new convert, being given callings in Presidencies, etc. I was told I was "speshul" and believed it- some. I kept trying for 11 long years, and I seriously started my research because I felt inside "How can I be so miserable if this is all true?" I started to see sm
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Might I suggest you try going to their forum on the website? It helped me with a different problem. They're pretty responsive~!
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angela Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > As someone who buried a loved one who suffered > from Alzhiemer's not so long ago, I can cut the > man some slack. > Who ever are this caregivers and those men in the > office building him are showing no compassion by > having him at the mic during conference. > > Putting someone with dement
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And to you and all the participants and friends here, too!
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We both had been married before, so we had a great idea of what we DIDN'T want! I knew right away that this man was different...nothing like my previous boyfriends. We had a lot in common, but many differences, too. Somehow, I just knew very early on (and so did he) that we were going to be together. I couldn't imagine my life without him! He feels the same, and though we both are bull heade
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Summer? You live on Virginia's Eastern Shore? So do we! Very cool.
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Sweetie...best to you in every way. I'm so sorry this happened to you. How wrong it is! On every level. Families are forever? Sure- do family history first when a perfectly good LIVING woman who is your daughter needs you. Boy, I sound bitter. I have seen all too many stories like this. I too have cancer, and never asked the church for any help, mainly because I knew I wouldn't get any.
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Oh no! Speaking of NO...that is exactly the word you must use when dealing with Missionaries and all others who are persuading you to do what you clearly do not want to do. I was a convert and spent 12 years in the church never feeling good enough, always being overworked in callings, and being scrutinized and micromanaged my people who thought they knew better than me. I am an EX people ple
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What a sacrilege. Urp...
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Dayum! I can't believe I missed this thread when it was open. I loved all of your responses. I, too, was in that illustrious group. Some of my memories are: Watching The Beatles on their first Ed Sullivan Show. My Sears Silvertone record player that I wore OUT listening to said Beatles albums. Bra burning and draft card burning. Resurrection City in Washington, D.C. Anyone else r
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Sweet! Your husband is a genius! P.S. That "command performance" crap had a lot to do with us both leaving, too. When the Bishop emeritus of our ward and the High Priest leader TOLD us they were going to meet us at our home 8AM Saturday to discuss our absences and non-participation, my DH went the day before and handed them our resignation letters!
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Dear Cheryl- I am so sorry about the loss of your mother. Mine is gone too, and I know the pain is great. My heart is with you in ANY way you choose to observe her life and death. You doing things your way is just proof that you've grown up, and that an organization does not know what's best for you. As you said, there is no one you want to see and the love between the two of you was personal
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Actually, they are NOT "nice". There are decent people in any facet of society, but the Mormons are so nice because they want something- mainly you to join their fraudulent church. I remember after getting baptized how quickly I stopped being their little cause, and they dumped me like a hot potato to focus on the next investigator. Absolute firmness is the only thing they understand
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Dear Erisophia, I real your post about Wicca, etc. I personally still believe in my understanding of God, but that's just me. You must follow the path you wish! The biggest thing and biggest benefit you will find if you do NOT join the LDS scam is this: You can focus on being AUTHENTICALLY You! Sorry for the caps, but there is real liberation and freedom in that. I am nearly 60, and in no w
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Like you, I had my doubts quite early on prior to Baptism, but I was still trying to be 'nice' and not let anyone down. They were ecstatic when I joined, than my husband did. It became SO obvious soon after that my acquiescence and kind nature were just perfect for one thing: to be USED. Believe me when I say to you, they do NOT care. Repeat after me: "They do not care". Most rel
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Beautiful. I was saddened to hear of his passing; this article made me again realize just what an amazing dude he was.
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Yes...a million times YES. When I think of the misery the church has caused, and the lies perpetuated, I get angry. Truth rules!
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I am so very sorry. He will be missed terribly, and my heart goes out to you.
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Oh no...the never can be too much of my beloved Moody Blues! I have seen them so many times and it is always a treat. This song pretty much explains how I feel about things of the spirit. Could "religion" be this simple? 'One Step Into the Light' One step into the light One step away from night It's the hardest step you're gonna take The ship to take you there Is waitin
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Yes- Me! But that's done now, lol.
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It was everything I could ever hope for! Impossibly, perfectly horrible and I enjoyed every wasteful moment, lol.
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Just wondering. It seems like lately there has been contact from members that I did not expect- starting with the mishies I told to leave last week. My DH said he's feeling like a "project" again! I know what he means.
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I'm so sorry. My condolences about your father, and especially about how you had to find out. It must hurt; we are with you.
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This all time much loved song is one that was mentioned already- thank you for that! :-) Here are all the lyrics- they really fit beautifully. Here again, 'Fly By Night' Rush Why try? I know why This feeling inside me says it's time I was gone Clear head, life ahead It's time I was king now not just one more pawn Fly by night away from here Change my life again Fly by night, g
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I used to be you! I did not grow up in the church, but after 12 years in it, and finding myself beaten down emotionally and mentally- oh yeah, physically too because of demanding callings, I made a serious, conscious effort to not be anyone's doormat anymore. Ever. Even my husband told me I was too nice at times! Be aware. Even if you have to fake it till you make it. Keep your head up, sho
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My concept of God really isn't what I've been taught. It's based more on my personal experience and my 'gut' (know that might sound odd!) I just have always believed that there's move benevolence on God's part than we've been led to believe. I also think the teachings of churches try to breed fear to mandate control and obedience. Good old John Lennon put it very succinctly in his song "
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