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After being kicked out of twi in 95, we moved to Reno. And after a particularly dreary time "You have no friends when it comes to the Word" seemed to be a living reality -- this was before the solace offerred by WayDale and the Cafe. It was in a dreary parking lot of Reno Walmart, the gray and brown colors blowing around in a harsh dusty wind, bringing the landscape into my face. "This is like hell. Reno is just like hell." I said in my heart. "This isn't hell because your friends are here," was the response of the Lord. And so it's been. With the great comfort of friendship, life goes on. And the cyber friends here at the Cafe have been a blessing beyond words, for which I am most thankful. (It takes being a friend to find the friend God has for us.) Hoping you find yours, and the comfort of heart they bring. In hope,

I had ants in the yard. Looked up on the internet and found "Spray with wd-40. It suffocates them." Being married to an electrical engineer, there is handy wd-40 under the sink, in the closet, in the shed, etc. Tried the wd-40 on the ants, and it appears that wd-40 has once again done its job.

When one loses a spouse he is a widow or a widower. When parent are lost, an orphan is left. There is no word for one who has lost a friend -- certainly he is not friendless because other friends are there. A friend brings heaven to earth for us -- laughter, for the good times and for the bad times, kindness shared. When one loses a friend there is a gap, a hole in the heart and life that cannot be filled until we see them again. Then we will get a full taste of "heavenly."

I saw Del Duncan operate like that -- Just put his foot down against the devil. It was a non-ministry produced wedding, and the guys didn't really know how to get it together -- back in 70s, we were all stupid and in love, thinking love was going to get us through -- anyway all of a sudden things just came together. Del and the Lord did it. (I haven't had success at bringing the judgement of God into the place. What works for me is a quieter, funnier way. But I really love seeing the judgement thing done. Awesome. Literally.)

funniest of all is Jesus Christ to me. This is not a primary doctrine from the Bible I am proposing, but Him to me. He is our all in all -- whatever we need. That's just how He has shown himself to be, to me. If a merry heart does good like medicine, surely Jesus Christ, the healer of hearts, would use that recipe of life. The classic, for me, is "Have you caught anything?" or "Children, Have you any meat?" These were not questions because He did not know. He was watching them with those loving eyes of His. (And also, incidentally, He did not rest until they had caught something, until they had "meat." Also I believe that Jesus Christ truly had the last laugh on the cross (Psalm 2:4). The humor of Jesus Christ never hurt of made fun of, as in ridiculed, but is a cleansing humor. He often says memorable stuff to me while I am "coming to myself" in that room of rooms -- where we are reminded that the issues of us are not always sweet smelling and crystal pure. For me the most important relationship I have is with the Lord, and that relationship provides the strength for all others. My life for many would seem as a mass of failure, but because I know He lives and that He takes time out of His busy schedule to talk with me, that is enough for me. Still in hope,

thanks so much

A friend is someone you can laugh with. (IMHO Jesus is the funniest of all.)

A South Carolina farm wife called the local phone company to report her telephone failed to ring when her friends called - and that on the few occasions when it did ring, her dog always moaned right before the phone rang. The telephone repairman proceeded to the scene, curious to see this psychic dog or senile lady. He climbed a telephone pole, hooked in his test set, and dialed the subscriber's house. The phone didn't ring right away, but then the dog moaned and the telephone began to ring. Climbing down from the pole, the telephone repairman found: 1. The dog was tied to the telephone system's ground wire via a steel chain and collar. 2. The wire connection to the ground rod was loose. 3. The dog was receiving 90 volts of signaling current when the number was called. 4. After a couple of jolts, the dog would start moaning and then urinate. 5. The wet ground would complete the circuit, thus causing the phone to ring... which demonstrates that some problems CAN be fixed by ....ing and moaning A South Carolina farm wife called the local phone company to report her telephone failed to ring when her friends called - and that on the few occasions when it did ring, her dog always moaned right before the phone rang. The telephone repairman proceeded to the scene, curious to see this psychic dog or senile lady. He climbed a telephone pole, hooked in his test set, and dialed the subscriber's house. The phone didn't ring right away, but then the dog moaned and the telephone began to ring. Climbing down from the pole, the telephone repairman found: 1. The dog was tied to the telephone system's ground wire via a steel chain and collar. 2. The wire connection to the ground rod was loose. 3. The dog was receiving 90 volts of signaling current when the number was called. 4. After a couple of jolts, the dog would start moaning and then urinate. 5. The wet ground would complete the circuit, thus causing the phone to ring... which demonstrates that some problems CAN be fixed by ....ing and moaning

My favorite HCC was Billy Falcon and his wife singing something like "nothing to do." I recently got hi-speed internet (what a joy) and cable tv. And found this show, "Doc" although it was cancelled a while ago and I am only seeing reruns, but it has been a chance to learn the goodness of country western, which I didn't know before. This "Doc" is a Christian doctor from Montana who relocates to New York City, works in a clinic in the City. Among other things he sings and plays the guitar, too. He is soft spoken and steady and relentless in doing the right thing. I'm thankful I got to see the show before it went into oblivion because it has taught me some of the attractiveness of country western.

dmiller -- I can't read what's on the doors. An analogy -- For me twi is the analogy. I go to church now, and it's not like twi because I can stand up for what I believe. I have friends now who are not my friends because twi dicates -- and therefore, when twi kicked me out twi could dictate to them to "mark and avoid" me. There is nothing worse than a religious cult because our relationship with God strikes at the core of a person. And twi was a pretty good counterfeit, especially back in the 70's.

Praying for his deliverance. I have a supervisor [one of two, and not the Director of the department] like this. I pray for his deliverance, and have for the last five years tried always to keep the flow of communication flowing, going along with his [often unfair] opinions [he is very controlling]. A while ago I read something about dealing with difficult people at work, and the advice was just distance yourself as much as possible. That's what I have been doing -- keeping as much distance as possible between him and me -- and it has been so very refreshing. Since his [this supervisor's] natural reaction is to do things that hurt me [he's a misogynist], there just is no friendly encounter. And keeping my distance as much as possible has been really refreshing -- I have been trying to work with / bless, etc. him [this supervisor] for five years now, and the big result is that it given him access to bring me to tears. The last week has been a big improvement -- just keeping as much distance as possible from him, and letting his life run its course. Praying with you and for you,

While in TWI I had someone who I had hoped was a dear friend (we were in twi for 20 years together) tell me she was either "counseling" or "being counseled." In other words no time for just being a friend. I think that Jesus was (and is) a friend of publicans and sinners (such as myself). Period. He is a friend. He loves at all times, etc. etc. I don't think he is conniving while feigning friendship so he can "win the lost." For me He is my friend, period. He would, and did die for me. LDS and other cults. To ensure their continuance, the point of a cult, any cult, is to define distinctions between members and nonmembers. When there is a public tragedy, LDS makes a point of helping their own period. That's just what they do. LDS has emergency stores that are available only to LDS (grains and other things non-perishable, etc.). I tried to purchase some things from their store here in Reno. The only alternative they gave me to be able to do so was to join their church. "They didn't have enough for non-church members." My work brings me into contact with LDS leadership in Wendover NV (close to UT) because much of our Casino management is LDS. Some very nice people. They are friendly and very nice, especially to their own.

I have been thinking about how precious friends and family are. twi ridiculed the "social" aspect of church -- but really having friends you share with so deeply (there's nothing deeper than your relationship with your Lord) -- is a treasure of life. All that "you have no friends when it comes to the Word" was to blind us to the precious, tender, and deep relationships we should be able to forge with fellow church-goers. I would say that a better friendship quote would be something like, "friendships go deeper when the Word is shared." I have a friend at work who is a life-long member of a church -- I don't know the denomination, but we were out getting coffee for the office and she met two of her church member friends (husband and wife), and it was so delightful to see -- they just jumped into laughter and the deep bond they shared. I am so sorry we were robbed of that. I will be happy to see those who imprisoned us receive their just rewards.

Fred and I went to see it (We didn't have grandchildren in tow, but thought it would be entertaining). Ditto to the Route 66 memories. Ditto to it would have been better with a child or two in tow. What God did for us: We went to the drive in to see it, and right in front of us were two 1940s cars. (Remember we live in Reno NV, and August is Hot August Nites, and we are in summer time and the living is maybe not so easy, but the souped up cars that live here are coming out for impromptu show-n-shine -- Hot August Nites is such a success here because many of these old cars live here and welcome the chance to strut their stuff.) Anyway, it was nice to see how those two old cars just fit right in their spaces. Neat (in more ways than one.) The nite was nice.

I know (IMHO) dogs (and other creatures) will be in heaven (1) Dogs are care-ful and loving from their freewill -- This is not a forced thing. (2) Heaven would be too empty without them. Looking forward to meeting Scrappy in our home beyond the sky.

Happy anniversary to you!!! for note, something else that happened on this day:

He keeps me laughing This is one of my favorite subjects, because His punch line always tastes nice. And of course it began for me with the classic, "have you caught anything?" Dale Sides uses the story of he the Lord/Holy Spirit (I forget which) helped him with water baptism. In order to go to a Bible class he really wanted to attend he was going to need to be water baptised (which, in twi eyes was a deep almost unforgivable sin). Dale was musing the issue in the shower and He said something like "it's less painful than circumcision." The other day Fred and I were praying, and he prayed for me to be happy and enjoy life, and then he paused, "... and for it not to be dementia." That was really funny.

A story of Father's Day

Other things planned for this day: US Senate activity A Christian Forum thread 6/6/06 subject Spirit Daily views 6/6/06 Movie: The Omen released 6/6/06

What is a father To the wonderful fathers, our own and others that have been dear friends, both alive and those watching from heaven: Thank you for all the kindness and the living example of the Lord you brought into our lives. Forever grateful, forever thankful,

Thanks, Linda, and all the rest of you for this. I have three stumps I am trying to kill off, too.

If that is real (I thought it was just a joke), how do you do them?

Benefits of Peroxide> > > > The health benefits of peroxide .... from email (can't you tell :) ). > > > > "I would like to tell you of the benefits of that plain little O'L bottle of 3% peroxide you can get for under $1.00 at any drug store. > > > > 1. Take one capful (the little white cap that comes with the bottle) and hold in your mouth for 10 minutes daily, then spit it out. (I do it when I bathe or shower.) No more canker sores and your teeth will be whiter without expensive pastes. Use it instead of mouthwash. > > > > 2. Let your toothbrushes soak a cup peroxide to keep them free of germs. > > > > 3. Clean your counters, table tops with peroxide to kill germs and leave a fresh smell. Simply put a little on your dishrag when you wipe, or spray it on the counters. > > > > 4. After rinsing off your wooden cutting board, pour peroxide on it to kill salmonella and other bacteria. > > > > 5. I had fungus on my feet for years - until I sprayed a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water on them (especially the toes) every night and let dry. > > > > 6. Soak any infections or cuts in 3% peroxide for five to ten minutes several times a day. My husband has seen gangrene that would not heal with any medicine, but was healed by soaking in peroxide. > > > > 7. Put two capfuls into a douche to prevent yeast infections. For chronic yeast infections, use once or twice a week. > > > > 8. Fill a spray bottle with a 50/50 mixture of peroxide and water and keep it in every bathroom to disinfect without harming your septic system like bleach or most other disinfectants will. > > > > 9. Tilt your head back and spray into nostrils with your 50/50 mixture whenever you have a cold, plugged sinus. It will bubble and help to kill the bacteria. Hold for a few minutes then blow your nose into tissue. > > > > 10. If you have a terrible toothache and can not get to a dentist right away, put a capful of 3% peroxide into your mouth and hold it for ten minutes several times a day. The pain will lessen greatly. > > > > 11. And of course, if you like a natural look to your hair, spray the 50/50 solution on your wet hair after a shower and comb it through. You will not have the peroxide burnt blonde hair like the hair dye packages, but more natural highlights if your hair is a light brown, faddish, or dirty blonde. It also lightens gradually so it's not a drastic change. > > > > 12. Put half a bottle of peroxide in your bath to help rid boils, fungus, or other skin infections. > > > > 13. You can also add a cup of peroxide instead of bleach to a load of whites in your laundry to whiten them. If there is blood on clothing, pour directly on the soiled spot. Let it sit for a minute, then rub it and rinse with cold water. Repeat if necessary. > > > > I use peroxide to clean my mirrors with, there is no smearing, which is why I love it so much for this. > > > > You can lighten yellowed or stained fingernails (ie: from polish) and toenails with peroxide by soaking them. It works and gets them nice and white again. Do this daily until you get the stain out. You can soak them or dab on with a cotton swab."

Johnny Lingo -- you could write treasure-hunt computer games.

Thanks.