JudyO

A few years back, I (finally) wrote down some of my childhood memories. Now, with my memory experiencing "dead zones" (occasionally)--I'm so glad I did! This one was about my sister following me on one of my woodsy treks in the hills of Oklahoma. https://medium.com/the-memoirist/buck-creek-adventure-6aa7651ad88a

This might have been shared on this thread already. If so, I apologize in advance. I've had the most success with filling out my family tree on familysearch.org. It's absolutely free and once you start adding people you are related to, the platform will actually pull records from census, death, courthouse and other resources to ask if this person might also be related to you. There's also a section on famous people you might be related to (once they have enough information to connect you on your family lineage.) You'll even be able to see the common ancestor that makes you related--and to what degree. And did I mention it's absolutely free? Of course, the most complete tree will happen in the New System. I really look forward to filling it out, then, because so many questions will be answered that we just can't answer now. And we'll be able to talk with so many of those from our ancestors. Sigh! What exciting times are coming!

Especially when you throw in the UN and the new Pope from America....hmmmm....we're all watching with baited breath here....

And fires burning almost all the time in the West.....sigh....

OH, yes, yes yes! Can't wait for Season 3 in the next few months!

I've pretty much come to that conclusion as well. Just thinking about it for a few minutes makes me feel violated (a little bit.) My brain needs a good wash when that happens.

I agree. It's where I'd recommend a new reader start. I only got digital copies for myself, but now I think I'd like to get physical copies of the series.

I remember watching ABC news one night during the early days of Ukraine evacuation. It was a brief glimpse, but there was a group of Witnesses with the JW.org sign. It was wonderful to see our friends right there on the front lines!

Comparing wind speeds with a tornado: An F1 tornado has wind speeds of 86–110 mph – In a tornado, this wind alone would cause moderate damage (e.g., roofs stripped, mobile homes overturned).

He may have needed a food-taster as well? You could have charged more for that.

And I heard that it was because the guys didn't want to stop and ask for directions......

No, we are still just focusing on local friends. I'd love to expand, though. Still hoping.

Oh, no! I just saw this topic--did I miss out on the rapture?😮

Babylon the Great's final days? The world is getting tired of her! We're seeing history unfold before our eyes, my friends! https://apnews.com/article/vatican-trial-pope-critique-becciu-3cee6a7f78070e590c5e90f31d56d52d?user_email=821590ea51baf8434ebcd83d9aaeedf830f2527759d59144f45843fcc67435eb&utm_medium=Morning_Wire&utm_source=Sailthru_AP&utm_campaign=Morning Wire_19 Mar_2024&utm_term=Morning Wire Subscribers The legal opinions cite Pope Francis’ role in the trial, since he secretly changed Vatican law four times during the investigation to benefit prosecutors. And they call into question the independence and impartiality of the tribunal since its judges swear obedience to Francis, who can hire and fire them at will. The critiques underscore the growing problems on the international stage for the peculiar microstate that the Holy See calls home: an absolute monarchy where Francis wields supreme legislative, executive and judicial power.

Is THAT what that break was for? I thought it was so that me and the other little ones could go outside and run off some of that energy!

What are these called? I could definitely do these!

Hmmm... maybe not with the whole "Hebrews 10: 24" thing.....but what about Midweek meetings in homes? Like the old book studies were.

Wow. I am just a little envious. I've read most of Thomas' books and loved them all. And you're just getting started? What treats you have in store!❤️

Like Cheryl, every time someone passes away, I think: this is their best chance for being in the New System! Death, where is your sting now? Jehovah can (and will) fix everything!

Yes it was! I had to go back and watch it again.

Ths week ST:SNW made Star Trek history with the first musical episode ever. Sure, some characters have sung in selected episodes in the past (in various series)--we even ALMOST heard Worf one time on ST:TNG--but no episodes where there was singing and dancing throughout the entire episode. What did you think of it? If you haven't seen it, check it out on Paramount+

My son and I have been working on a new Family Worship Project. We have been writing small encouraging notes to our local brothers and sisters, a few at each meeting. Each envelope is decorated on the inside and out with appropriate stickers, tuck-ins and upbuilding scriptures we've hunted down for each person. (not the same scripture over and over) Now, we are looking to expand a little. We'd love to write some (or all!) of the brothers and sisters who are currently in prison for their faith. The only time we did this was when as a worldwide brotherhood, we wrote letters to Russian leaders. How would we go about getting addresses? Should we translate using Google? Has anyone else done this? All ideas, suggestions and comments are welcome.

Wow! How great are you to have an actual experience that illustrates the theme of the convention you are attending??? Kudos, my brother! (Oh, and I hope you get the car thing straightened out. Would be happy to start a gofundme page for you!)