What's on your mind?

[DragonFox91]

It's not drastic at all. It's more like this.

Philippians 3: 7-9
But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness that comes from God on the basis of faith.

Romans 12:1-2
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

I have for many years lived in a very worldy fashion. I have come to the point where it does not give me the satisfaction it once did. I still have my comics and anime to go through. The plan is to get that out the door too.

I am letting go of that life to prepare myself for the life I want to live. Wich is a more traditional life down the line with wife and kids, God willing. Then there are also more practical skills I want to attain like a drivers license , a hunting permit. Then after that, get a car, a rifle. Also a house with some land, grow my own crops, I want to live of the land and count my blessings. Essentially live a simple God fearing life.

Sitting on a couch, reading comics, watching anime and playing videos games. I did that as a kid and as a teenager and my youth. I'm 41 now. It's time for me to get off that couch.

I see. Extreme measures for an extreme change. That makes sense. I thought you were just throwing all video games away just because you're 41 & society's telling you to grow up. I thought that was a silly reason.

I actually met up with a woman last night - haven't done that for a while.

I haven't actually seen her since high school, so I didn't really know what I was getting into. Thankfully, age, a failed marriage, a child, and a new found faith has done wonders. She's got a certain confidence about her and a level of emotional intelligence that I really dig. (She understands me better than I initially thought, including my need for independence.)

We went back to hers, had coffee (both respecting each others boundaries at this stage) and caught each other up over the last 15 years. She seems really keen to make this a regular thing, and I'm surprised at myself for how docile I feel about that. In the past I've panicked at this stage and run a mile screaming "I happy and content on my own, I want to be single" - no, none of that.

It's always impossible to tell at this stage where things will go. And to be honest, I'm not stressing about that - she hasn't given me a reason to. She'll do what's right for her, and likewise, I'll do what's right for me.

Funny though, how it's been 15 years and she looks a day older. Me on the other hand? Well...

I think you have me on Ignore but wow that is so good! Happy for you

 

[DragonFox91]

I checked out Raya & The Last Dragon! Not sure if I'll watch it tonight but I checked it out! I also let the library know the state's flag was flying upside down!

 

[ReesePiece23]

I see. Extreme measures for an extreme change. That makes sense. I thought you were just throwing all video games away just because you're 41 & society's telling you to grow up. I thought that was a silly reason.


I think you have me on Ignore but wow that is so good! Happy for you

Literally just took you off this morning - how funny is that? I did a sort and couldn't understand why you were on there.

Probably me being highly strung as usual. Sorry.

 

[bèlla]

I am letting go of that life to prepare myself for the life I want to live. Wich is a more traditional life down the line with wife and kids, God willing. Then there are also more practical skills I want to attain like a drivers license , a hunting permit. Then after that, get a car, a rifle. Also a house with some land, grow my own crops, I want to live of the land and count my blessings. Essentially live a simple God fearing life.

I’m looking forward to seeing things come to fruition. You’ve chosen a good time to start.

Look up the organic seed companies in your area and shoot me the link. I’ll tell you the ones you should grab. Most are in the $3-4 dollar range. Having a supply on hand is best.

Are you handy with a camera?

 

[GodDoesListen55]

Oh so tired!

 

[Saucy]

I hope everyone has a blessed Sunday!

 

[Somber]

Everyone, I ask for your prayers for myself and a couple that I know. Please pray for them to find their way; as it is a demanding society sometimes and we unfortunately have to have so much money in order to live comfortably within it. And as for myself, I have finally turned down helping them for once, as I have found myself feeling resentful as of late about having to do so. And that isn't right, for the Lord clearly desires for us to give freely and cheerfully.

That's never easy!!! You're doing the right thing I think. Sending hugs!

So tired that I dozed off and fell out of a three-story window and bonked my head.

I hope you're meaning figuratively because that'd be a big bump!!!!

I hope everyone has a blessed Sunday!

You also, Mr Saucy!!!

 

[MehGuy]

I hope you're meaning figuratively because that'd be a big bump!!!!

Alright.. I admit it.. I made it all up..

I just wanted attention. lol.

 

[DragonFox91]

Been having a hard time going to my church in the morning lately. Been going w/ my friend in the evening to his church.

 

[angelsaroundme]

The cherry blossoms are starting to bloom.

 

[Saucy]

How is everyone this evening?

 

[.Mikha'el.]

I am doing well. I hope you are too.

 

[GodDoesListen55]

Not feeling like myself.

 

[Saucy]

Good morning friends!

 

[DragonFox91]

Have to make a tough phone call this morning. Could just email but some things you have to pick up the phone.

 

[DragonFox91]

Made the call. Had to leave a message. Sent email after.

 

[bèlla]

Stumbled on an Asian prison drama. I have no idea what they’re saying. The subtitles are hit or miss. But the show is good.

 

[Rene Loup]

Good morning friends!

Hello, my dear friends!

Well, here I am on record at last, and it feels so wonderful to be here with you on my first album...

 

[GodAndChocolateVanilla]

Spring is here! I took a long walk today and I walked my dog. It is nice weather today! Blue sky with some clouds.

 

[DragonFox91]

I got an award in high school once. I had to stand on stage in front of the whole auditorium. My whole body was shaking. The audience looked dark but I could feel the spotlight on me. I didn’t have to say anything or do anything but it was so bad. The shaking just made me shake even more b/c I thought everyone could see me shaking. It was probably 5 minutes or so.