WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

[Diplomat]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Originally posted by (H)AnnA(H):

Good evening honoured guest,

We have done our fair share of headbutting and we're still to discuss the issue of fleecing. Kudos to you for 'speaking' so convincingly of what you believe even when others (myself included) and rightly so have other opinions.

Thanks for the kudos and you can start a thread on fleecing whenever you are ready. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

1. Were you aware that we share the same birthday?

Nope...but it is pretty cool don't you think?

2. Are you involved in the mentoring of anyone? How is it?

Spiritually yes, and I do find it to be an extremely rewarding experience. There is nothing more wonderful - other than someone being born again - than seeing someone take a Biblical truth and see it come alive in their own experiences. I am also considering joining my community's Big Brother program.

3. Why is a wedding band important to you? If your spouse did not want to wear one, how would that make you feel?

The band itself is a symbol but it reflects my commitment to someone that means the world to me and I would hope she feels the same way. The idea of having a spouse who would not want to wear hers is one that I cannot conceive of so I have no idea how I would feel.

4. What is the most wonderful thing about being a father?

Personally, hearing the words: "Dad, when I grow up I want to be just like you."

5. When did you know for certain that the Lord was reaching out to you? How has your walk been? What is the hilight of your relationship with him?

I think the Lord claimed me from I was in my mother's womb. Word has it that when I was born and before she left the hospital, several nurses mentioned to her that I would be a missionary. I literally grew up in the Church so I have always been aware of the call of God on my life. It however became very profound when I was 13.

My walk with Him to this point has been awesome. I absolutely love the times we spend together. He is a best friend and we talk about any and everything all the time, if you know what I mean. There are times I do not understand the things He does, but I trust Him wholeheartedly that it is for my own good eventually.

Highlights: becoming so familiar with His voice through spending so much times together that whenever I act upon a word of knowledge, in whatever form, it is something that is absolutely needed by the recipient(s) at that time. It has never failed.

6. What practical advice would you give to a wife/husband who's partner is not as commited to the christian walk ( I say practical to emphasise that I do not see prayer as a fix all band-aid.)

I do not see prayer that way either so on that we do agree. First and foremost, the believer would have to understand that marriage is a ministry, and even though the spouse may be uncommitted, the best thing to do in that situation is to minister to that person - as a spouse - in such a manner as pleases the Lord. This does not mean being super spiritual, but simply being the best spouse possible; loving, cherishing, and nurturing, while praying for. As Paul declares, through godly living, one may be able to influence change in another, and I firmly believe that.

8. WHo is your favourite in the following categories:
* - Writer of christian literature

Chuck Swindoll

* - Actor

I'll watch anything with Tom Cruise (except a repeat Vanilla Sky, which was horrible)

* - group/soloist (not restricted to christianity)

I tend to love songs and not so much performers. It would be hard to pick out a favorite group/soloist as I have admiration for quite a number of them.

* - Writer in the Bible

Paul, with Peter being my favorite character.

9. Besides church, where do you spend time away from gainful employment?

I am a bit of a homebody so I spend a lot of time at home. There are lots of things I love to do and when the mood strikes, I'll do any number of them but I love being home doing the things I want to do.

10. List ( and elaborate if you will) Ten factors/characteristics you'd like to be present in your soul mate.

Read my response to Dailybread, and see if that suffice. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

11. Am I allowed to ask more questions?

Am I allowed to say "No"? [img]/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

Edited for typo

[Diplomat]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Originally posted by Bandanna:

If you could live anywhere else in the world besides Jamaica or Canada, where would it be?

Aruba or the Dominica Republic.

What are your thoughts on Inter-Racial relationships/marriage?

I have absolutely no problems with them.

Approximately how many PM's do you get a day?

Not that much [img]/forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img]

Have the PM's from women offering marriage increased since your picture was identified??

Last time I checked, there wasn't any. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img] Good to see ya!

[tonirand]

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Mr CEW

Thank you for your responses


**As soon as the WWBP dust settles, I'll give you a heads up for the 'fleecing'

**Cool that we share the same birthday. That might explain a few things as far as my grandmother goes.

**I believe in practical ministry - it has its own rewards as well. I wish you wel in your endeavors.

**The band itself is a symbol but it reflects my commitment to someone that means the world to me and I would hope she feels the same way. The idea of having a spouse who would not want to wear hers is one that I cannot conceive of so I have no idea how I would feel.

This answer sounds like a textbook response. Are you saying that you would not marry someone who does not want to wear a ring? This is based on your response that having a spouse who does not want to wear a ring is inconceivable.
Mi nuh get dis [img]/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]


**The statement from your sons is not a very common one in todays society. ^5. Continue to let the Lord lead you. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]

** "My walk with Him to this point has been awesome. I absolutely love the times we spend together. There are times I do not understand the things He does, but I trust Him wholeheartedly that it is for my own good eventually."

We don't always think like that. It is easier to ask the why question. Your response shows that you're still moldable. Very good.

**Your response to Daily bread (In italics) does not suffice but I have all month so I'll present it again, thank you. Please re-read my request (in bold) and evaluate it against your response to DB. Thank you

List ( and elaborate if you will) Ten factors/characteristics you'd like to be present in your soul mate

That she forget all her exes and concentrate on me/us <laughing>. Seriously, a willingness and the commitment to surrender herself to the Lordship of Christ in her life, and to offer the best of herself in exchange for the best of me. I like the total package of wife, lover, confidant, and best friend, so someone who understands the roles and is best able to function in them, as she perceives the need, would be really important as there will be no other in any of those roles but her

**You are placed in the hotseat for a reason. It's nature is not the same as that of an easy chair. This is purpose by design. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img] You are not allowed to say no [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

[Diplomat]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Originally posted by (H)AnnA(H):

In response to CEW's -> The band itself is a symbol but it reflects my commitment to someone that means the world to me and I would hope she feels the same way. The idea of having a spouse who would not want to wear hers is one that I cannot conceive of so I have no idea how I would feel.

This answer sounds like a textbook response. Are you saying that you would not marry someone who does not want to wear a ring? This is based on your response that having a spouse who does not want to wear a ring is inconceivable.
Mi nuh get dis

Upon further thought, seeing I believe in friendship before courtship, if I found out during the friendship that someone I cared about would not want wear a wedding band, I would not pursue that as a relationship.

Your response to Daily bread...does not suffice but I have all month so I'll present it again, thank you. Please re-read my request... and evaluate it against your response to DB. Thank you.

Do you realize there are NINE such characteristics in my response to Dailybread? I do think it covers everything that is important to me [img]/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif[/img] . Anyways, we have all month, so if you are still not happy you can come again on June 29th. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

[jcanseabee]

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CEW, I absolutely love the idea of sons wanting to be like their dads.

Eem, tryin' fi memba mi kwestian.... [img]/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif[/img]

Oh yes.. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]
What advice would you give someone about to become a step-parent(used only for clarity), who is concerned about the bond between a child and an absent (physically and emotionally) biological parent

dat dis look canfusin' [img]/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif[/img]

[tonirand]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Ok Mr Smooth Talker

Glad you modified your response to the wedding band story. I like this one better. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] I asked cause I wanted a tiny band for me and a large one for my husband. He wanted a large one for me and a plain one for him. We reached a compromise way before the date.

As for the DB response, mi obviously cyaa count I shall return [img]/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img]

[Guest]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Originally posted by (H)AnnA(H):
[qb] Ok Mr Smooth Talker

Glad you modified your response to the wedding band story. I like this one better. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img] I asked cause I wanted a tiny band for me and a large one for my husband. He wanted a large one for me and a plain one for him. We reached a compromise way before the date.

As for the DB response, mi obviously cyaa count I shall return [img]/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif[/img] [/qb]

Pardon me for a moment CEW but I had to add this to (H)AnnA(H) post. Yesterday I saw a couple, he was wearing a rather large wedding band and I could hardly see hers. I wonder who won the discussion of what size the ring should be. [img]/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

[Diplomat]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Originally posted by Christian Sailor:

I absolutely love the idea of sons wanting to be like their dads.

I agree with you. I consider it the highest possible compliment.

What advice would you give someone about to become a step-parent(used only for clarity), who is concerned about the bond between a child and an absent (physically and emotionally) biological parent.

For the most part, I think that step-parenting is a very challenging role yet it can be filled with lots of rewards. It is important for that person to not try to be a "Mom" or "Dad" in the initial stages, but allow the child to grow into such a relationship if that is what the kid wants. Providing the missing support is what is most important. The remaining partner should also explain to the child that the step-parent is not there to take the biological parent's place, but rather is an addition to the child's (and Daddy's or Mommy's) life and as such, they will have to work at developing their own relationship.

It is also important that the step-parent and the child spend time together doing stuff the child enjoys. It is a transition not only for the adult involved, but also the child, so while the adult works at establishing a relationship with the kid, at the kid's pace, it is important that they be not pushy about it. As said before, allow the child to grow into the relationship. I am aware it is not always this simple as some situations can be very challenging, but I do think that when combined with lots of patience, it is a good place to start.

[Dailybread]

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CEW,
I must say that I truly admire your responses to all the questions asked so far! You've kept your integrity and I admire that [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

[Guest]

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Changed my mind [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

If you were offered a considerable amount of cash or an expensive gift from someone you didn't know, would you accept? Why?

[Diplomat]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Originally posted by Dailybread:

CEW,
I must say that I truly admire your responses to all the questions asked so far! You've kept your integrity and I admire that [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]

Thanks for taking the time to let me know.

[Diplomat]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Originally posted by Compry:

If you were offered a considerable amount of cash or an expensive gift from someone you didn't know, would you accept? Why?

Tough question. Regarding the money, it all depends on how the person got it, and what conditions - if any - were attached. If everything is on the up-and-up with no ulterior motives, of course I would. As a child of God AND a tither, I do not question how my Heavenly Father chooses to bless me. Malachi 3:10 says it all: "Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it." That includes cash, so perhaps I could quit my job and go after those Theological degrees, something I have prayed about.

The gift is a bit trickier because while it could be a blessing, it could also be a trojan horse. If it was something I needed and was praying for, I would accept it far more readily than if it was simply out-of-the-blue, so to speak. I guess I would have to be satisfied that there are absolutely no-strings attached that would put me in a compromising situation later.

[msportmore]

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hmmmmmmmm.......

mek mi chry tink bout some kwestian

[**undercova girl**]

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[qb]

Originally posted by CEW:


That's alright as I am sure a lot of people would not have guessed correctly. I have no idea how UG did.
[/qb]

Easy.......process of elimination [img]/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

[Diplomat]

Re: WWBP CEW - Part Nuff

Originally posted by UG:
Easy.......process of elimination [img]/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif[/img]

Just pick the one nobody else had mentioned. Makes a lot of sense to me [img]/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]