Re: my update/ reply Off Topic, but interesting

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Kate, my ancestors worshipped at the Touro Synagogue in RhodeIsland. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Touro_SynagogueThey had fled to the Netherlands from Spain and Portugal, somefrom Italy after the Spanish Inquisition in 1492. However, I had a fine old time on my computer enjoyingresearching your church and was not surprised at the number ofallegedly Jewish names found--the same is thought to be true of theAmish, and of many Baptist (formerly Jewish, then Dutch Reform) congregations in the States, especially the Ana-Baptists.We are all connected, one way or another, as humans first evolvedin Africa. I think that God was pretty smart to have created

evolution!To: MSersLife Sent: Wed, December 22, 2010 11:37:42 AMSubject: Re: my update

Wow, n, I'm so impressed! Your ancestors more than likely worshipped in this church! How special. I'll remember that as I sing Carols there Christmas eve. Yes, lights in the darkness are what it is all about for many of our traditions and beliefs.love to you my friend,KateTo: MSersLife Sent: Tue, December 21, 2010 5:56:26 PMSubject: Re:

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Even though I am Jewish (we light candles for Chanukah), I think that everyfestival that comes or historically came (before the new calendar was adopted)around the solstice brings a little light into the darkness! Thank you for your description of your famous church!Love to all of you, Kate,nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Dutch_Church_of_Sleepy_HollowThe data above needs some editting, but I chose this link as the article shows a photoof the Church.More love, n, descended from two Sephardic Jewish families which had fled tothe Netherlands in 1492 (Spanish Inquisition); some of my relatives became members ofthe Dutch Reform Church.

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We just bought our tree yesterday, Sharon. It is making my house so aromatic! I just love the scent of pine. We wait until Christmas eve to decorate it; all the kids will be here then. Later on, we go to either a 8 or 11pm service at the Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow,1685 (yes, the same churchyard as the Legend of Sleepy Hollow; Washington Irving was from the area). It is lit only by candlelight, as there is no electricity. There is a big pot belly stove that is stoked with wood, as the only heat source. They have a big kettle of mulled apple cider warming on the stove as we worship and sing. We enjoy the cider after service.When we go back home, the kids have fun putting the gifts they got for one another under the tree. Lloyd and I put out the rest of the gifts once everyone is fast asleep;

sometimes we have to wait an hour or so, I get sleepy! I'm not sure if , nearly 11 and in 5th grade, still believes in Santa or not. It just hasn't come up this year, so I'm uncertain.We have a 21 lb turkey that my husband got for free from the market--our grocery store has a policy that if you have spent enough $ in a certain time-frame, you can get either a turkey or ham. The limit is 21 lbs, and wouldn't you know, Lloyd just happened upon 1, exactly that weight. It is thawing in the fridge, and he wants to smoke it, but I'm not sure about that method...anyway, I'm going to leave him alone about it, as it would just start a fight...So, lasagna Christmas eve, and turkey Christmas day. I SO wish it would snow on Christmas, but they are predicting not, but perhaps a bit the day after.I hope all my MS buddies are feeling well, and enjoying their holidays!love to each, KateTo: MSersLife Sent: Mon, December 20, 2010 1:05:47 PMSubject: Re: my update

I'm sorry, Kate. I'm sorry you and hubby are at this point. I am glad he has agreed to marriage counseling. I know it's hard for you to give up on your marriage so it's a good thing to do anything possible to see if it can be saved. Good! I will be hopeful the counseling will make a huge difference for you both. When do the kids come home? Are you planning any special meals or events while they are all there with you? Enjoy your time with the offspring!love SharonThis email is a natural hand made product. The slight variations in

spelling and grammar enhance its individual character and beauty and in no way are to be considered flaws or defects. To: MSersLife Sent: Mon, December 20, 2010

4:48:53 AMSubject: my update

Hi all,I have been reading mostly. I've been feeling on the one hand, elated that all my kids will be gathered here, but depressed and anxious about my marital situation. We have decided to seek a marriage counselor--I NEVER thought that my husband would agree to go. We had a big go-around last night, with him accusing me of twisting things around so that I can see him as the bad guy or something like that. It was an ugly fight, and I think we need to bring it to the therapist today.We have a water bed, and I know I need to get out of that bed due to the fact that I want nothing to do with him. Yesterday, I was making the bed, and noticed a wet spot...yup, the darn thing was leaking! Oh brother. I couldn't find the zipper on the mattress to get into the thing, so I just left it

alone and went to bed. I told my husband and he was understandably upset, so we have resolved to get a new bed. He came up with the perfect solution; we buy 2 twin beds...so I think that is what we are going to do.This is so hard for me...I do see divorce in our future, and I know that God hates divorce, it is just that I'm miserable, and have been for years.Well, thanks for listening to me vent!Love to all,Christmas blessingsand Holiday Hugs,Kate

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Now n....You've up and done given me something else to research.. Now I'm going to have to confiscate 's computer for another research project... LOL.. My laptop has Conspiracy Theories Research.. My desktop has Medical Marijuana Research.. and though I have to think of a title for the research that I'll put on his computer.. I have something else that needs to be thunk about.. <grin>And I, being brought up just Protestant, later evolving into Pentacostal (which I'm of a mind is also something along the order of, if not exactly Ana-Baptist.. my memory does leak).. was always taught to believe that the first created, in the creation theory, was Adam, and then Eve followed as a helpmate or helpmeet.. and that from those two we all descended.. (actually Abraham somehow was where all the begats were, I think I remember)...But amongst all the other things taught.. we learned that God provided us each and every one with "free will".. allowing us to decide for ourselves which way we wanted to go.. and that I do believe would in turn put us on the path of evolution.. and we're still evolving every day.. Just a methinks... HUGS|)onna, whose opinions expressed here are not necessarily the opinions of this channel.. <grin> my update

Hi all,I have been reading mostly. I've been feeling on the one hand, elated that all my kids will be gathered here, but depressed and anxious about my marital situation. We have decided to seek a marriage counselor--I NEVER thought that my husband would agree to go. We had a big go-around last night, with him accusing me of twisting things around so that I can see him as the bad guy or something like that. It was an ugly fight, and I think we need to bring it to the therapist today.We have a water bed, and I know I need to get out of that bed due to the fact that I want nothing to do with him. Yesterday, I was making the bed, and noticed a wet spot...yup, the darn thing was leaking! Oh brother. I couldn't find the zipper on the mattress to get into the thing, so I just left it

alone and went to bed. I told my husband and he was understandably upset, so we have resolved to get a new bed. He came up with the perfect solution; we buy 2 twin beds...so I think that is what we are going to do.This is so hard for me...I do see divorce in our future, and I know that God hates divorce, it is just that I'm miserable, and have been for years.Well, thanks for listening to me vent!Love to all,Christmas blessingsand Holiday Hugs,Kate

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actually I think Eve was his second wife - Lillith was the first one - shades of Frasier God, grant me the strength of eagles wings, the faith and courage to fly to new heights, and the wisdom to rely on his spirit to carry me there.

To: MSersLife Sent: Wed, December 22, 2010 4:05:00 PMSubject: Re: my update/ reply Off Topic, but interesting

Now n....You've up and done given me something else to research.. Now I'm going to have to confiscate 's computer for another research project... LOL.. My laptop has Conspiracy Theories Research.. My desktop has Medical Marijuana Research.. and though I have to think of a title for the research that I'll put on his computer.. I have something else that needs to be thunk about.. <grin>And I, being brought up just Protestant, later evolving into Pentacostal (which I'm of a mind is also something along the order of, if not exactly Ana-Baptist.. my memory does leak).. was always taught to believe that the first created, in the creation theory, was Adam, and then Eve followed as a helpmate or helpmeet.. and that from those two we all descended.. (actually Abraham somehow was where all the begats were, I think I remember)...But amongst all the

other things taught.. we learned that God provided us each and every one with "free will".. allowing us to decide for ourselves which way we wanted to go.. and that I do believe would in turn put us on the path of evolution.. and we're still evolving every day.. Just a methinks... HUGS|)onna, whose opinions expressed here are not necessarily the opinions of this channel.. <grin> my update

Hi all,I have been reading mostly. I've been feeling on the one hand, elated that all my kids will be gathered here, but depressed and anxious about my marital situation. We have decided to seek a marriage counselor--I NEVER thought that my husband would agree to go. We had a big go-around last night, with him accusing me of twisting things around so that I can see him as the bad guy or something like that. It was an ugly fight, and I think we need to bring it to the therapist today.We have a water bed, and I know I need to get out of that bed due to the fact that I want nothing to do with him. Yesterday, I was making the bed, and noticed a wet spot...yup, the darn thing was leaking! Oh brother. I couldn't find the zipper on the mattress to get into the thing, so I just left it alone and went to bed. I told my husband and he was understandably upset, so we have resolved to get a new bed. He came up with the perfect solution; we buy 2 twin

beds...so I think that is what we are going to do.This is so hard for me...I do see divorce in our future, and I know that God hates divorce, it is just that I'm miserable, and have been for years.Well, thanks for listening to me vent!Love to all,Christmas blessingsand Holiday Hugs,Kate