What's on your mind?

[ReesePiece23]

Why is alcohol so popular? After so many years now of drinking infrequently, I don't understand the appeal anymore. It's actually quite dull.

I like the taste of beer, but now that we have SO many amazing 0% ABV options out there, I must just go completely teetotal. I don't need the alcohol to enjoy a beer. A good beer is a good beer with or without.

 

[sampa]

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[peaceful-forest]

I hope work isn't a disaster the next two weeks.

I wish I could work somewhere else that's more fulfilling.

 

[sampa]

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[Saucy]

The Singles forum could be in it's final days, if the current trends are anything to go by. Does anyone remember a time when there was a new post every few seconds? And when award evenings were hosted and attended by every member of the board?

In 2014 the posting frequency was overwhelming, you literally couldn't keep up. You'd be multi-quoting ten or twelve people at a time.

Singles carried CF virtually on its own.

Those were the days!

 

[High Fidelity]

Why is alcohol so popular? After so many years now of drinking infrequently, I don't understand the appeal anymore. It's actually quite dull.

I like the taste of beer, but now that we have SO many amazing 0% ABV options out there, I must just go completely teetotal. I don't need the alcohol to enjoy a beer. A good beer is a good beer with or without.

I rarely drink now. I've got a dozen bottles of whisky that are untouched. I don't buy wine anymore and I think I've had beer maybe 3 occasions in the past 12 months.

 

[sampa]

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[sampa]

By the way, how are @SarahsKnight and @RileyG?

 

[SarahsKnight]

By the way, how are @SarahsKnight and @RileyG?

I have felt almost totally fine since about a full day after going to the ER, Miss Sampa, thank you.

Also I was grateful to see a hello from one half of the SoS brigade, Miss @Somber , this morning after so long.


Also .... snow.

I just took these pictures when I awoke (I'm on night shift when I go back to work Tuesday) a few hours ago, just outside the same place I lived when this last happened, three years ago. ^-^

 

[.Mikha'el.]

I have felt almost totally fine since about a full day after going to the ER, Miss Sampa, thank you.

Also I was grateful to see a hello from one half of the SoS brigade, Miss @Somber , this morning after so long.


Also .... snow.

I just took these pictures when I awoke (I'm on night shift when I go back to work Tuesday) a few hours ago, just outside the same place I lived when this last happened, three years ago. ^-^

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I was very appreciative to get one from her too. I have really very little to speak of, but it would be lovely to hear more about what she is up to these days.

 

[sampa]

I have felt almost totally fine since about a full day after going to the ER, Miss Sampa, thank you.

Also I was grateful to see a hello from one half of the SoS brigade, Miss @Somber , this morning after so long.


Also .... snow.

I just took these pictures when I awoke (I'm on night shift when I go back to work Tuesday) a few hours ago, just outside the same place I lived when this last happened, three years ago. ^-^

That's great news! And also to see @Somber , it's been a while. Snow is a rarity where you are. Hers some of the snow here.

My heater can't keep up with negative temps. A friend called me yesterday to check on how I'm doing. She had to go out and buy heaters for her family after.

 

[TheRealAriel]

Getting a good heaping of snow here in TN- and it’s still coming!

Tried to make a snowman but the snow was too light and powdery so I had to make a floor version.

 

[RileyG]

By the way, how are @SarahsKnight and @RileyG?

I'm doing alright

 

[sampa]

Getting a good heaping of snow here in TN- and it’s still coming!
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Tried to make a snowman but the snow was too light and powdery so I had to make a floor version.

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Adorable idea!!! And I think you make it even more adordable. I did this once some years ago after a shift plowing snow. Same kind of coat.

I will have to wait for building my snowman as we are negative temps. I had ice chunks in my snowblower today but we got up to 6 degrees.

 

[SarahsKnight]

Everyone, please pray for the sake of this child.
(Quoted from Ketto) ->
Anmol has been battling advanced bilateral retinoblastoma. Sadly, he will not be able to undergo life-saving treatments and surgeries. Please pray for him. Anmol was suffering from a severe condition where tumours developed in both eyes, affecting the retina. Initially, he was to undergo chemotherapy, radiation therapy, tumour removal surgery, and post-surgery procedures. But Anmol's tumours have grown significantly. After extensive tests and evaluations involving multiple medical teams, it has been observed that Anmol would face considerable pain, and unfortunately, there is no chance of survival. His parents have been counselled and informed about the futility of further treatment. During this challenging time, your thoughts and prayers will help Anmol's parents navigate these heart-wrenching decisions.

 

[sampa]

There's a song that has repeated as I walked into a Panera and grocery store. I bookmarked it, tears for fear everyone wants to rule the world.

It took me back to 2009 where the workplace was like an episode of survivor, as one new person said who had run a construction business before coming. Quite a few were ruthless in their measures to be on top and favored. Now again as I am in sort of the same environment but not part of the regular crews (removed, protected in a way physically and spiritually) I see even worse measures and micromanaging on a big level.

The song victory by elevation worship came over the radio today as I drove away from the grocery store thinking about the song everyone wants to rule the world and changes with management. I can't help but think the battle belongs to the Lord. I really believe supernatural things happened Saturday that tells me there is a battle surrounding me. I need to be humble and hang into who I am in Christ. Many are watching me and it could be the perfect opportunity to demonstrate Christ grace and forgiveness if my heart is postured and in the right place. I still need to be guarded, but I think some of my defensive stance may get in the way of the work to be done.

A 3 day system of snow is coming and I'm not looking forward to it. Weekend plans too that hopefully will pan out.

 

[sampa]

Everyone, please pray for the sake of this child.
(Quoted from Ketto) ->
Anmol has been battling advanced bilateral retinoblastoma. Sadly, he will not be able to undergo life-saving treatments and surgeries. Please pray for him. Anmol was suffering from a severe condition where tumours developed in both eyes, affecting the retina. Initially, he was to undergo chemotherapy, radiation therapy, tumour removal surgery, and post-surgery procedures. But Anmol's tumours have grown significantly. After extensive tests and evaluations involving multiple medical teams, it has been observed that Anmol would face considerable pain, and unfortunately, there is no chance of survival. His parents have been counselled and informed about the futility of further treatment. During this challenging time, your thoughts and prayers will help Anmol's parents navigate these heart-wrenching decisions.

Do you know this person or family?

 

[SarahsKnight]

Do you know this person or family?

No, not personally. But theirs and others' situations come up quite often in my newsfeed since I have donated to Ketto before.

 

[sampa]

No, not personally. But theirs and others' situations come up quite often in my newsfeed since I have donated to Ketto before.

Ok. Praying.

 

[sampa]

Praying for good rest tonight. Going to need it for these next few days