JudyO

I've heard the recommendations, and I respect all the reasoning that goes into them. But when a brother or sister on this platform has an obvious need, it's hard to just ignore it. I mean, Jehovah will take care of so many problems in a person's life, and I do value the power of prayer. However, aren't we sometimes the answer to prayers, too?

Sometimes I read such heart-rending writings from the friends on this site. I feel powerless to help, especially if they live in another country. But sometimes I can help financially. You know, not a lot, but a little. Maybe even enough to make a difference? My question is: what do you think about helping friends through online pay platforms like Venmo, Paypal, etc? I can see where it could have both pros and cons. But many advisers can help clarify even cloudy issues.

Such a relief to know this. I'd like to think most of us could do an adequate job of explaining our beliefs, and this movie disturbed me mainly because they painted the parents as fearful and the 17 year old as not very spiritual.

First of all, I would not recommend this movie. The lawyer for the defendant (JW couple) does a better job of explaining why Witnesses don't accept blood than the couple or their 17-year old son does. Having said that, does anyone know the real facts behind this UK court case?

This is what Chat says: The movie your father is probably thinking of is Love on a Bet. Here’s why it matches the clues: It’s a black-and-white comedy from the 1930s. The story revolves around a wager. The main character makes a bet with his wealthy uncle that he can leave New York with no clothes or money and reach Los Angeles in 10 days, arriving with a new suit and $100. Early in the journey he has to improvise clothing and survive with almost nothing, which includes scenes where he uses a newspaper as clothing and convinces people (like a tailor) to help him. Much of the comedy comes from him talking his way into help and opportunities while completing the challenge. It stars Gene Raymond and Wendy Barrie. 🎬 Basic premise: A broke playwright makes a crazy bet that he can cross the country with nothing and arrive successful and well-dressed. Along the way he uses charm, clever tricks, and persuasion to survive. ✅ The bet, improvised clothing, black-and-white comedy, and talking people into helping him all line up with what your father remembers.

My son goes to play every Sunday afternoon with a group from our Hall. The group has expanded a little to include friends from nearby congregations. They love it!

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!