Lance

I just want to get to know the whole universal organization better. If possible have a one on one with Jehovah. Have some of my friends of 144,000 take me on a tour and tell me what they have learned since they left this little earth. Then getting down to work on whatever Jehovah wants me to do. I could care less where I live as long as I am with friends who love Jehovah.

from NewScientist.com Feb 19, 2024 The surprising discovery that your brain has its own microbiome is raising an intriguing possibility – that some dementias might be reversible It SEEMED like a classic case of Alzheimer’s disease. For three years, a man in his 70s had experienced serious cognitive decline: he frequently forgot the names of family members and was no longer able to drive or leave home by himself. Further deterioration seemed inevitable. But then his doctors checked a sample of his cerebrospinal fluid and noticed a fungus called Cryptococcus neoformans. When they put him on a course of antifungal medication, the results were startling. Within two years, he had regained his driving licence and returned to work as a gardener. Neuroscientists have long suspected that certain infections can increase the risk of dementia. For instance, both Porphyromonas gingivalis, the bacteria behind gum disease, and the herpes simplex virus, which causes cold sores, have been linked with Alzheimer’s. But cases of “reversible dementia” are starting to inspire enormous interest in the idea that our brains are teeming with microorganisms – and that an imbalance in this “brain microbiome” may predispose people to neurodegenerative disease. Read more We may finally know how cognitive reserve protects against Alzheimer's Until recently, the brain was thought to be devoid of microbes, not least because of the blood-brain barrier, a specialised membrane that keeps pathogens and toxins in the blood out of the brain. So the idea of a brain microbiome was controversial. However, a new study seems to clinch the case. Richard Lathe at the University of Edinburgh, UK, and his colleagues analysed data from post-mortem brains stored in four brain banks in the UK and US. They found a wide variety of microbes, with different types and amounts in different brain regions. Lathe estimates that this brain microbiome contains some 100,000 species, comprising a subset of around one-fifth the gut microbiome. Roughly 1000 “core” species make up 90 per cent of the population. The researchers also found that, in people with Alzheimer’s disease, certain microbes were over-represented. These included species of Cryptococcusand Candida fungi, Streptococcus and Bacillusbacteria, as well as a currently unidentified alga. Although the study hasn’t yet been published in a peer-reviewed journal, it chimes with research by Jeffrey Lapides and his colleagues at Drexel University College of Medicine in Pennsylvania. They examined post-mortem brain tissue from 32 individuals and found three distinctive microbial species that were associated with the development of Alzheimer’s. Such findings are intriguing, but there are many unanswered questions. Is a healthy microbiome essential for a healthy brain, as is the case in the gut? Do particular microbes cause neural degeneration or are they a consequence of it? And, if they are to blame, how: do certain species cause harm, is it the overall balance of species that tips someone into illness or do our brains suffer from the crossfire between two competing species, as Lapides suspects? “It could be that the chemical results of that fight are toxic,” he says. We don’t even know how microbes get into neural tissue, given the blood-brain barrier.

Tempest in a teapot .. the only thing that most of us can change is our hair since it is the only thing that consistently grows or doesn’t. 😳😇 Most people like a bit of variety in their life, so hair seems to be one of the options that can satisfy our desire for a different “look” .. Change for the most part always gives us a different perspective and something to talk about… this topic for example gives us lots of personal hairy perspectives 😎… oh for the days were I could actually perm my hair …😎

I am sure he can handle it ....assuming the photo was not disrespectful. If one has been to a Bethel family day, a lot of poking good natured humour is handed out and received in some of the skits. Even Brother Lett wearing a colourful shirt was a nod to past dress and grooming changes. There is humour in the bible especially if we understand the original language.

Jesus said "My kingdom is not part of this world" and that there "will be wars and reports of wars, do not be alarmed". Satan the original manslayer wants us to be "alarmed"... We read of wars and battles as if they are ancient history until they come into our own life, in person, on our monitors and television. We can become hardened or alarmed, or the third alternative do as Jesus said " All authority has been given me in heaven and on earth. Go and be alarmed? No..... go and offer the only solution, Gods Kingdom ...preach and teach ... until the conclusion of the system of things...."I am with you"

Just a thought brothers … war is disgusting no matter which side or sides are involved .. beheading .. rape .. a bomb falling from the sky blowing people to little pieces.. Satanic inspired from the original manslayer There are no winners just losers. .. keep the faith and remain neutral

Well I have been shooting for 60 years .. the worst camera is no camera…. How many times I wish I had my camera with me…1000’s. As for garbage cameras .. the 110’s were such a small film format… The Kodak 126 film format was pretty good for cheap cameras I had Mamiya 220 which I liked.. The Pentax 645 was beautiful I loved the glass… The day digital came out my quality of keepers went up 1000% to be able to see what you shot instantly… and then to recompose and tweak … it was like having a darkroom where ever you went. Now I have 3 systems Canon.. Fuji.. IPhone 12… Getting rid of my Canon equipment… now mostly on Fuji for serious stuff.. would love to try the Fuji GFX ..

We have had devastating fires in our area. I talked to a sister at the hall that got evacuated.. I asked her how her and her husband were doing .. she said we are doing fine.. I said really.. with a smile on my face.. I said ok.. but now tell me the “ whole “ truth.. she paused and started to cry, we are struggling … ok my wife and I will be by this afternoon… we went by and had a long talk and what their plans were and how the congregation could help. She said they don’t normally invite anyone over to their home but since I told them we were coming they will start to invite the brothers over.. Some times we have to give a gentle push to get our dear brothers and sisters to express their needs.. sometimes we think we are a bother or one of “those” who always have their hand out… we all have a lot to learn.

As a group overseer I have no problem with being the first point of contact and filtering the information and moving that accurate information up the line. We do need a uniformity of digital interface and idiot proof …not all group overseers are application savvy.. The information will get through one way or another …just a matter of speed and efficiency.. I talked to the COBE in a neighbouring congregation where I helped a sister to evacuate ..his skill level is basically the level of phoning or email .. which is wonderful and appreciated.. he is in contact with every publisher and knows their needs .. but most commonly used apps like excel are beyond him .. I am just a solution oriented guy that sees the value in reduced stumbling blocks to the needed info pipeline

Yes it does .. that is the downside..

Ok I like the idea of One note I use it for all my internal cong. Files and it keeps things in the proper format. Just trying to find a cell friendly solution… We met with the DRC yesterday and they wanted info within 1 day .. from all group overseers .. a lot of the Group overseers were in transit.. and only having a cell phone.

Just a note to the developers.. The publishers in the congregations in our area are under evacuation orders.. in my congregation 70 out the 200 publishers are displaced all around throughout the province and into other provinces. The way we have it now is ok but very cumbersome for information access and changes.. So right now we use NWpublisher which is fantastic.. !!! So all emergency information is in windows on the main program.. We then export an Excel spreadsheet of all the publishers with all the emergency contact information. We also use the Apple and android apps. During an emergency the FSGO check on everyone in their group and maintain contact by What’s App, text, phone, email, etc That in turn is relayed to the COBE by means of the above.. The DRC comes in and wants similar information but different… have you left your home … where are you now … have you lost your home .. what are your needs..present contact information etc. The group overseers who are staying behind and those on the move have to be in daily contact with the individual members of the group.. Now here comes the challenge I am on an iphone .. the other brother is on an android device ..or a windows device etc.. The DRC sends us a request for update on an excel spreadsheet .. which entails entering all the information all over again plus the new information for your group all over again .. that is ok if you are on a desk top computer or other large device..,so that you can cut and paste different fields… and the DRC does this for each congregation.. Ease of information management in a disaster is crucial for survival… right now the way we do it works but it is very cumbersome… I understand information privacy and storage is a huge concern.. I am just looking for ways to streamline the shepherding process and information relay for those in our group and back to the COBE and in turn the DRC.. while on the run. Thanks Lance

I gain access to vehicles all the time .. normally I use an air wedge and a long metal rod to hit the lock release or pull the interior door handle. Sometimes I can grab the keys if they have left them in the ignition... It even happened to me with all my lockmith tools locked in the truck... I quickly ran into the bank before closing and I left my keys in the ignition, my little dog decided to step on the lock button...I couldn't get her to step on the unlock button so I had to phone another locksmith... the walk of shame. Never did that again.

https://www.saobserver.net/community/generosity-of-salmon-arm-residents-and-beyond-overwhelms-gofundme-recipient/?fbclid=IwAR2VFBVZmOeuOVM8htxqAEIPrALg8nG9-kPw2FoFguRtPNJzCeosj7QAy8w I know this sister she doesn't have much and works as a street cleaner..... a good example of honesty... Ellen Zilkie from Salmon Arm and Bonnie Quann from Penticton meet in person for the first time on June 14, 2023 at the Kelowna International Airport. Quann set up a GoFundMe account for Zilkie after Zilkie found $4,000 on the street in Salmon Arm and did not hesitate to find the person who lost the cash so she could return it. (Photo contributed) Generosity of Salmon Arm residents and beyond overwhelms GoFundMe recipient Community members and strangers go all out to show appreciation for honesty