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2008.05.27 01:21 District of Columbia

A subreddit for those living in and visiting Washington, DC and the immediate surrounding area. The humidity will pass, and remember: stand on the right, walk on the left.
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2014.05.28 18:22 PitBullTherapy BmoreMoto

Subreddit for motorcycle riders of all types in Baltimore and surrounding areas. We only have three rules: 1. Do not go to Pete’s Cycle. 2. See rule 1. 3. Safety
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2024.05.16 23:29 DrWildMechanic Rules and Info!

This subreddit is dedicated to celebrating the spirit of the 90s through modern creations. Here, I primarily share my songs and music videos inspired by the 90s style. You're encouraged to share your creations too! Whether it's music, art, or games, as long as it captures that nostalgic 90s or early 2000s vibe, it's welcome here.
Please note that we do not post original content from the past. Instead, we focus on new works that evoke the essence of that era.
As our community grows, we will add more rules and information to ensure a great experience for everyone.
Feel free to join in and bring back the 90s with your creativity!
Guidelines:
  1. Original Content Only: Share your new creations that have a nostalgic feel of the 90s or early 2000s.
  2. Respectful Interaction: Be kind and supportive of fellow creators.
  3. No Spam: Keep the community focused on quality content.
Stay tuned for more updates as our community evolves. Let's keep the 90s spirit alive!
Welcome aboard!
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2024.05.16 23:25 bigfizz2 [14F] overbored (and self assured)

hiya, im Fizz, i like skating, playing guitar, keyboard, drums, bass and ukelele, i like drawing and biking, I also like dogs (and practically every other animal on the planet)
feel free to come up with silly nicknames, we can also talk on Discord if that suits you better (it suits me better)
cya in my dms! <33
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2024.05.16 23:25 Accomplished-Run171 Opening Sequence of My Free Verse Paradise Lost Response Titled Blood of the Lamb

I'm embarking on an ambitious project - a multi-book free verse poem that will serve as response to John Milton's epic Paradise Lost. This opening sequence sets the stage and lays out the narrative ground I intend to cover.
In these first stanzas, I am reintroducing the story and framing it as a response to where Paradise Lost left off- Adam and Eve being banished from Eden.
The next section will see me directly invoking the Holy Spirit as my muse and guide, much as Milton did with his famous Opening Invocation to the heavenly muse. I'll post that portion soon!
Anyways, here is the planned opening sequence:
This sacred song serves as sequel's verse, Continuing from Paradise once lost Through disobedience's rift - When disobedience and pride overdaring, defied Eternal sovereignty, plunging our shared ancestry Into pandemonium’s abysmal depths. But now renewal's light arrives, That mournful tragedy reversed, the golden strands Regathered, rewoven into Eden's reparation cord! My voice shall trace how virgin-born glory came, Sun-radiance irrigating the blighted field With grace's purling streams, until from the tomb Deathless life reflourished, and sin's vile burial chamber Was hallowed as the narrow gate through which obedience Ushered eternal life, unclouded breath, The unfading amaranth wreath! Let my lips give voice To the emancipating birth that unbound our adamantine chains From earth, reattaining the world's pristine morning When heaven and nature dwelled in espousal's embrace, Before the fissure of dishonest desolation yawned. This luminous evangel be my soul's inspired proposal, As I heed forth the Holy Spirit's hallowed breath.
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2024.05.16 23:25 rafadan1 Help with first time electric bike

Hello everyone,
I’m looking to buy my first e-bike and could use some advice. My friend recommended the Trek District+ 1 Lowstep with a 400Wh battery as her selection, but there are a lot of options out there. I'll be sharing the bike with my girlfriend and it is mainly for city rides. I'm about 180cm tall, and she's about 168cm, so we're thinking a medium size should work for both of us.
We won't be using the bike for long distances (maximum 30-45 mins total per ride), so we don't need a huge battery. I also prefer the battery to be detachable since I don’t have an outdoor plug, but I can manage to get a cable out as well. Additionally, I've been convinced that mid-drive motors are a good choice.
Here are the options from the shop that I'm looking for. What would you suggest?:
  1. Trek District+ 4 Lowstep Electric Bike: €2400
  2. Trek District+ 1 Lowstep Gray Electric Bike with 400Wh: €2200
  3. Giant Entour E+ 1 LDS 400Wh: €2250
  4. Giant ENTOUR E+ 1 RT 400Wh Black Women's Electric: €2000
  5. Specialized Turbo Como SL 4.0 320Wh: €1600
Any advice or personal experiences with these models would be greatly appreciated! Feel free to come up with other suggestions as well. Thank you!
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2024.05.16 23:24 looking_for_EV Feeling really angry today - because my mobility issues were completely preventable.

I am severely mobility limited because my feet/ankles decided to start self-destructing last November. As I'm trying to rehab, I've been learning a lot about how feet/ankles and walking are supposed to work biomechanically, and what the signs are of improper gait and movement that would lead to injury. I've learned a lot, but as I've learned more I've started to get really angry. Angry because the injuries I have were completely preventable, but I didn't have the knowledge myself at the time to recognize the signs and remedy them early, and I didn't get the right guidance to point out those signs to me.
I wasn't born with any congenital issues in my feet or ankles and my current mobility issues were not caused by an accident that was out of my control. When I was younger, I was even a track sprinter, and I stayed active on my feet in different ways through my early 30s. Looking back at videos of me walking, and remembering when my feet started to feel different, early signs of the breakdown of my ankles started around 3 years ago. My gait started to get irregular. My foot started moving a little off. Got increasing stiffness in certain motions. And other signs. At the time, pain wouldn't last too long so I didn't think much of it. I adjusted how I walked and just bought different shoes to compensate around these issues but didn't know at the time that doing so was a bad thing.
2 years ago I injured my Achilles tendon due to starting to have a bad running and waking gait - just tendinitis, no tear. I went to physical therapy and it got me back to walking pain free after about 7 months, but I was still walking weird. I could walk far, but I still limped, and couldn't run. My right foot would point out to the extreme. But the physical therapy place at the time "graduated" me because I was able to do all the exercises no problem, and they never pointed out to me that I shouldn't have been walking like that. "Some people walk differently", they said.
I continued walking weird until last November, when connective tissue in my ankles basically started self-destructing, because I never addressed the key weaknesses and issues in my ankles and the rest of my body mechanics and walking in a weird compensatory way just chronically degraded my tendons and ligaments until they just gave out to the point that I can't even walk more than very short distances at a time and I have to use a wheelchair when I leave the house.
Now my feet and ankles are so fragile. I'm going to a new physical therapy place which is much better, getting imaging, and learning a lot about feet and ankles. But things have already gotten bad to where a lot of damage has already been done and I'll never be able to return to full mobility like how I was pre-injury. I might hopefully recover enough to walk pain free for daily activities, but I'll likely never be able to be active again, and more importantly, I'll never be able to move "freely" again.
I used to be a wanderer. I loved going on walks or hikes or bike rides, to wander outside, to explore places, to be in nature, sometimes without a set route or timing. I never had to question whether I could move myself somewhere. That provided loads of benefits for my mental health.
But now even if I get better enough to walk, I will always have limits on my mobility now. Even if my mobility improves, there will always be a million considerations for whether I'll be able to move myself somewhere - whether limits on the distance or number of steps, or the fact that I won't be able to walk on uneven terrain, or up steep hills or lots of stairs, or just limits on the amount of time I can be on my feet. Now it's just a matter of how restrictive those limits will end up being.
I'm angry that I didn't know better when the signs were there early on that my ankles were on the path to self-destruction and that it wasn't pointed out to me early enough to prevent lasting damage from occurring, even from people who ostensibly should have known better. All of this was completely preventable.
But here I am.
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2024.05.16 23:24 DonRedPandaKeys When they persecute you in one town, flee to the next. Truly I tell you, you will not reach all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes. - Matt. 10: 23

~A QUESTION:~ Thank-you for all the fine articles. With what I am understanding, is the preaching work changed or what Jesus was referring to as being preached in all the inhabited earth complete? I hope you understand my question.
~REPLY:~ Hello Xxxx, I also hope I understand your question. Since you cited Matt.24:14, I will assume you are asking about the meaning of this verse, and how it applies to our day. You don't say whether or not you are a JW, but this people define the "good news of the Kingdom" as the declaration that the Kingdom arrived in 1914, and that it will bring a long list of blessings to those who: learn all current JW teachings, join their program of meetings and publication study, and subject themselves to the organizational arrangements and leadership.
If you are asking if this preaching work is the true meaning of Matt.24:14 and the "good news of the Kingdom" being preached, I don't believe this is so. Why? Because the very understanding of the kingdom, which JW's teach, is faulty. For this reason, I doubt this is the message Jesus had in mind at Matt.24:14. (see http://pearl-generation.blogspot.com/ ) Up until very recently, it seemed that such a message could not be declared in "all the earth", EXCEPT by the Organization of Jehovah's witnesses. But this previous situation has taken an unexpected sudden turn. With current technology, a single individual with little resource can publish information, translate it into any language, have the aid of an instant concordance and Bible translations, and send that information all over the world, and all for free. (Dan.11:34; Zech.4:6) So the presumption that only the WTBTS can declare a worldwide proclamation of Kingdom good news, is no longer true. This opens up the possibility, that a different message could be declared before the "end will come" Matt.24:14. Since the message now being declared by JW's is full of error, I suspect that the true good news of the kingdom is quite different from it, and is yet to be seen.
I also suspect that it will be a declaration that all 144,000 are finally sealed, the kingdom's administration is completely prepared (Eph.1:10; Rev.12:10,12; 14:1; 7:4) and Christ's arrival is imminent. Jesus said that the anointed needed to keep their lamps of truth burning until he did arrive (Luke12:35,36,37,38,39,40). This arrival has not yet happened (1Cor.11:26). There is currently so much error of doctrine to correct due to Satan's work, that no, we will not finish the true preaching work, before the end comes. I do suggest that you give deep consideration of Matt.10:16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23:
“Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless as doves. But beware of men, for they will deliver you up to councils and scourge you in their synagogues. You will be brought before governors and kings for My sake, as a testimony to them and to the Gentiles. But when they deliver you up, do not worry about how or what you should speak. For it will be given to you in that hour what you should speak; for it is not you who speak, but the Spirit of your Father who speaks in you. “Now brother will deliver up brother to death, and a father his child; and children will rise up against parents and cause them to be put to death. And you will be hated by all for My name’s sake. But he who endures to the end will be saved. When they persecute you in this city, flee to another. For assuredly, I say to you, you will not have gone through the cities of Israel before the Son of Man comes."
Perhaps you may notice a few differences between the "good news" being preached by JW's, and the one being spoken about in these scriptures. Notice that the preaching would bring the anointed into conflict with their own religious leaders so much so, that they would be "EXPELLED, scourged, delivered up, betrayed by family members, and hated by all" (Rev.11:9,10). But if you notice Matt.10:23; who were the anointed preaching to? The world? No, "Israel". Who is "Israel" just before "the son of man comes"? God's people are no longer the physical Jews, but spiritual Jews (Gal.3:29; 6:16; Rom.2:29). Notice again verse 23:
For assuredly, I say to you, you will not have gone through the cities of Israel before the Son of Man comes.
It says, that "Israel" will not receive a complete witness, before the SON OF MAN COMES. Therefore, this is not speaking about the witness given in the first century, but the witness given just before Christ returns/"comes", our time of the last days. Yes, the "Israel of God" is actually the ones who need to be preached to before the end. They are now located around the globe, so the witness needs to "be preached in all the inhabited earth" for a witness in every Nation. Yet according to Matt.10:23, it is directed to "Israel". This work DOES cause being "expelled, scourged, delivered up, betrayed by family members, and hated by all", because most of "Israel" refuses to hear the truth about their error. Those who speak of it are disfellowshipped/ "expelled" by elders who are not anointed (John16:2; Isa.66:5; Rev.13:7,15; 11:7) [these are considered by Jehovah, as spiritual Gentiles, not anointed Jews (anointed are "circumcised of heart" (Rom.2:29) and are the Temple (1Cor.3:16; 1Pet.2:5)] These "Gentiles" do not belong serving in the anointed "Temple" (2Chron.23:6,7; Ezek.44:6,7,8,9; Matt.24:15), and throwing out the genuine "priests" (1Pet.2:9; Rev.5:10; Heb.12:22;23; 2Chron.13:9; 1Cor.3:17; Rom.8:33; 2 Peter 2:10; Jude1:8).
Most JW anointed ones prefer to believe in a false "peace and security" (Jer.6:13,14; Isa.30:10; 1Thess.5:3) under the mistaken belief, that YHWH's only requirement for them is to be dominated by the Image of a "spirit directed Organization" (Rev.13:14,15), and that YHWH's approval is the same as approval from this Organization of men (Rev.13:13,6,8). This is in opposition to the scriptures, which exhort the Chosen to be directed by their anointing by spirit (1John2:20,21,27,28,26; Rom.8:14) and the One who anointed them. The elders did not anoint the Chosen Priests. That Organizational Beast is now represented in each Congregation by elders (spiritual Gentiles), who are NOT spiritual Jews/ anointed, nor are they meant to be the spiritual heads of the Chosen Priests of God's spiritual Temple (1Cor.3:16; Rev.11:1,2; Rom.14:4; 8:33). Most members of the "Israel" of God today, are in subjection to these, rather than to Christ as their head (Col.1:18). Jesus is supposed to be the only mediator between God and the anointed (1Tim.2:5). There is also no scriptural basis for the anointed to have a "representative" Governing Bdy. ruling over them (Mark10:42,43,44). These are the ones who have set this policy, to throw out any who disagree with them (not those who disagree with scripture) Matt.24:48,49; Rev.17:6). You may also want to consider where Jesus continues in Matt.10; Matt.10:24,25,26
“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master. It is enough for a disciple that he be like his teacher, and a servant like his master. If they have called the master of the house Beelzebub, how much more will they call those of his household! Therefore do not fear them. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, and hidden that will not be known."
Notice that Jesus says that all this persecution happens because of things that are "covered"/hidden. Yes, the Israel of God is in spiritual trouble, because of not seeing all the truth about their situation, nor can they view the true prophets correctly (Rev.11:3). Those faithful witnesses of truth are seen as wicked (Just as Jesus was) (Rev.11:9,10). But Jesus promises that the truth will become known (2Pet.3:10 c; Isa.28:17; Amos7:7,8,9; Nahum3:5; Jer.13:26; Rev.17:16; 2Thess.2:8). The "good news" includes that despite most of "Israel" remaining blind, deaf, and asleep; the faithful remnant will be sealed, and the kingdom will come (Matt.22:14; Isa48:20,21; 49:5; Jer.31:7). The whole truth about the realities of how the Kingdom will operate and bring blessings to the physical Creation, will also finally be made plain (Rev.10:7; 1Cor.13:10). The true "faithful and discreet" "Sons of God", will also then, finally be revealed (Rom.8:19; Isa.41:27; 60:1-5; Ezek.14:22,23; Hosea1:10; 2:23).
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2024.05.16 23:11 Sweet-Count2557 15 Things to Do With Houston Kids Over Christmas Break

15 Things to Do With Houston Kids Over Christmas Break
15 Things to Do With Houston Kids Over Christmas Break Looking for ways to keep your kids entertained and make the most of their Christmas break in Houston?Well, let me tell you about one exciting activity that will surely pique your interest. Imagine gliding across the ice, surrounded by the sparkling lights and festive atmosphere at Discovery Green's ice skating rink. It's a perfect opportunity for some family fun and a chance to create unforgettable memories.But that's just the beginning! We have compiled a list of 15 things that will guarantee a memorable and enjoyable Christmas break for you and your little ones.So, keep reading to discover the other exciting activities that await you in Houston.Key TakeawaysHouston offers a variety of holiday light displays and attractions, including neighborhoods known for extravagant lights, the Light Park in Katy, and Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston.The Houston Botanic Garden presents Radiant Nature, an illuminated wonderland featuring Chinese lantern installations, offering a unique and enchanting holiday attraction.Ice at Discovery Green provides an outdoor ice skating rink where families can skate with Santa on select days, allowing them to embrace the holiday spirit.Indoor play spaces like Wonderwild in the Heights and Frolics Castle at Memorial City Mall offer safe and entertaining environments for kids to release their energy and have a great time during the holiday break.Holiday Lights and DisplaysLet's explore the magical world of holiday lights and displays in Houston, where neighborhoods come alive with dazzling decorations and festive cheer. Houston is known for its extravagant holiday lights, and two neighborhoods that stand out are River Oaks and Pecan Grove. These neighborhoods go all out, creating breathtaking displays that are perfect for holiday lights photography.As you drive around, you'll be amazed by the festive atmosphere that fills the air. The streets are lined with beautiful displays and decorations that will surely put you in the holiday spirit. It's a wonderful experience to immerse yourself in the joy of the season and create lasting memories with your family.If you're looking for a unique light experience, check out The Light Park in Katy. It offers a drive-thru light experience, allowing you to enjoy the dazzling displays from the comfort of your own car.Another immersive holiday event is Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston. Here, you can explore the wonders of space while being surrounded by stunning light displays.But the holiday lights aren't limited to neighborhoods. Houston also offers other attractions that are worth visiting. The Houston Botanic Garden presents Radiant Nature, an illuminated wonderland where you can explore dozens of Chinese lantern installations after dark. It's a magical transformation of the Gardens that showcases the beauty of nature in a new light.For some outdoor fun, head to Ice at Discovery Green. They offer an outdoor ice skating rink where you can glide across the ice and embrace the holiday spirit.And if you're looking for indoor play spaces, Wonderwild in the Heights and Frolics Castle at Memorial City Mall are great options. They provide safe and entertaining environments for your kids to release their energy and have a great time.In Houston, the holiday lights and displays are truly a sight to behold. Whether you're strolling through neighborhoods or visiting attractions, you'll be mesmerized by the festive atmosphere and the stunning decorations. So grab your camera, gather your loved ones, and embark on a magical journey through the best neighborhoods for holiday lights in Houston.Galaxy Lights at Space Center HoustonAs we continue our exploration of Houston's enchanting holiday lights and displays, let's now venture into the immersive and awe-inspiring world of Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston. This holiday event takes Houston's holiday light displays to a whole new level, transporting visitors into a dazzling galaxy of lights and wonder.Here's why you should add Galaxy Lights to your must-visit list this Christmas break:Spectacular Light Displays: Space Center Houston's Galaxy Lights boasts an incredible array of light installations that will leave you in awe. From twinkling stars to colorful planets, you'll feel like you're floating through space as you stroll through this captivating wonderland.Interactive Experiences: In addition to the breathtaking light displays, Galaxy Lights offers interactive experiences that are fun for the whole family. Step into a virtual reality experience and take a journey through the solar system, or try your hand at controlling a rover on Mars. These interactive elements add an extra layer of excitement and engagement to the event.Festive Entertainment: Galaxy Lights also features live performances and festive entertainment to get you in the holiday spirit. From holiday-themed laser light shows to live music, there's something for everyone to enjoy. You can even catch a glimpse of Santa Claus himself as he makes special appearances throughout the event.With Space Center Houston's Galaxy Lights, you'll not only get to experience Houston's holiday light displays, but also embark on an unforgettable journey through the cosmos. So gather your family and embrace the freedom to explore this enchanting holiday event that will create lasting memories for years to come.The Light Park in KatyThe Light Park in Katy offers a mesmerizing drive-thru light experience that will transport you and your family into a magical winter wonderland. As you enter the park, you'll be greeted by a dazzling display of lights, creating an enchanting atmosphere that's sure to ignite your holiday spirit. The drive-thru experience allows you to enjoy the beautiful light displays from the comfort of your own vehicle, making it a convenient and family-friendly holiday activity.As you navigate through the park, you'll be treated to a symphony of colors and shapes, with each display more stunning than the last. From towering Christmas trees adorned with twinkling lights to whimsical scenes depicting Santa's workshop, there's something for everyone to enjoy. The attention to detail is truly remarkable, and you'll find yourself in awe of the artistry and creativity that went into creating this magical light park.The Light Park in Katy is the perfect way to spend an evening with your loved ones. The drive-thru format allows you to go at your own pace and take in the sights at your leisure. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night or a fun outing with the whole family, this holiday attraction has it all.Houston Botanic Garden's Radiant NatureHouston Botanic Garden's Radiant Nature presents a breathtaking illuminated wonderland for visitors of all ages to explore and enjoy. Step into a magical illumination that transforms the garden into a nature wonderland, creating an enchanting experience like no other.Here's why you should add Radiant Nature to your list of must-see holiday attractions:Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature: As you wander through the garden, you'll encounter dozens of Chinese lantern installations that come alive after dark. These intricate and colorful lanterns illuminate the surroundings, creating a mesmerizing atmosphere that celebrates the wonders of the natural world.Witness the transformation of the Gardens: Radiant Nature showcases the garden in a whole new light, quite literally. The enchanting illumination highlights the unique features of the plants and landscapes, allowing you to see them in a different perspective. It's a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the botanical world.Create lasting memories with your family: Radiant Nature offers a memorable experience for the whole family. From strolling through illuminated pathways to discovering hidden surprises, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Let the magical ambiance spark joy and wonder in your children's eyes as they explore this captivating nature wonderland.Don't miss out on this enchanting holiday attraction. Radiant Nature at Houston Botanic Garden promises to transport you to a world of magical illumination and natural beauty. So, gather your loved ones and embark on a delightful adventure that will leave you with cherished memories.Ice Skating at Discovery GreenGet ready to lace up your skates and hit the ice at Discovery Green for a fun-filled and festive ice skating experience. At Discovery Green, you can enjoy outdoor ice skating in the heart of downtown Houston. This popular holiday attraction offers a magical setting where you can glide across the ice and embrace the holiday spirit.The outdoor ice skating rink at Discovery Green is the perfect place to create lasting memories with your family. Imagine the joy on your children's faces as they take their first steps on the ice. As you skate hand in hand, you can feel the excitement in the air and the holiday cheer all around you.One of the highlights of ice skating at Discovery Green is the opportunity to skate with Santa on select days. This special event allows your little ones to meet Santa Claus himself while enjoying the thrill of gliding on the ice. It's an experience that combines two beloved holiday traditions and will surely make this Christmas break one to remember.Whether you're a seasoned skater or a beginner, Discovery Green's ice skating rink offers a wonderful activity for everyone. The rink is surrounded by festive decorations, adding to the holiday ambiance. So, grab your skates and join in the fun as you twirl and spin on the ice, surrounded by the beauty of Discovery Green.Ice skating at Discovery Green is just one of the many holiday-themed activities that Houston has to offer. So, take advantage of the freedom that the Christmas break brings and explore all the festive attractions in the city. From dazzling light displays to enchanting holiday events, there's something for everyone to enjoy during this magical time of year.Don't miss out on the chance to make unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Lace up your skates and let the adventure begin!Wonderwild Indoor Play SpaceWhen it comes to finding a fun and adventure-filled play space for kids in Houston, Wonderwild in the Heights is the place to be. At Wonderwild, children can enjoy exciting indoor playtime and engage in active entertainment.Here are three reasons why Wonderwild is the perfect destination for your little ones:Endless Fun: Wonderwild offers a wide variety of activities that will keep your kids entertained for hours. From climbing walls to giant slides, there's something for everyone. Children can explore the colorful play structures, navigate obstacle courses, and even bounce on trampolines. The possibilities for fun are endless, and your kids will have a blast letting their imaginations run wild.Safe Environment: Wonderwild prioritizes the safety of its young visitors. The play space is designed with padded floors and walls to ensure a secure environment for children to play freely. Additionally, the staff members are attentive and trained to maintain a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. You can relax and have peace of mind knowing that your kids are in good hands.Physical Activity: In today's digital age, it's important to encourage children to engage in physical activity. Wonderwild provides the perfect opportunity for kids to get moving and stay active. Whether they're climbing, sliding, or jumping, they'll be getting exercise while having fun. This indoor play space allows children to burn off energy and develop their motor skills in a controlled and supervised setting.Frolics Castle at Memorial City MallLocated within Memorial City Mall, Frolics Castle is a fantastic indoor play area where kids can unleash their imaginations and have a blast. This kids play area is the perfect destination for mall entertainment and offers a safe and exciting environment for children to play and explore. With its colorful and whimsical design, Frolics Castle will capture the attention of kids of all ages.Inside Frolics Castle, children can climb, slide, and crawl through various play structures, allowing them to release their energy and have a great time. The castle-themed play area is filled with interactive elements, including tunnels, bridges, and obstacles, that will keep kids engaged and entertained for hours. They can let their imaginations run wild as they pretend to be knights, princesses, or even dragons in this magical setting.Parents can relax and enjoy some shopping or take a break while their children play in Frolics Castle. The play area is conveniently located within Memorial City Mall, making it a convenient option for families looking for mall entertainment. It provides a safe and supervised space for kids to have fun, while also giving parents the chance to browse the mall or grab a bite to eat.Frolics Castle at Memorial City Mall is a must-visit destination for families during the holiday break. It offers an enjoyable and engaging experience for kids, allowing them to burn off some energy and have a memorable time. So, if you're looking for a fun and exciting activity for your children, head over to Frolics Castle and let the adventure begin!Neighborhood Holiday LightsAs we explore the enchanting world of holiday lights in Houston, prepare to be dazzled by the neighborhoods that go above and beyond to create a festive atmosphere. There's nothing quite like taking a drive through the city during the holiday season and witnessing the magical display of neighborhood holiday lights.Here are three neighborhoods that are known for their extravagant displays:River Oaks: This upscale neighborhood is famous for its stunning holiday lights. As you drive through the streets, you'll be greeted by beautifully decorated mansions, adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations. It's a sight that will truly take your breath away.Pecan Grove: Located in Richmond, Pecan Grove is another neighborhood that goes all out when it comes to holiday lights. The entire community comes together to create a festive atmosphere, with each house competing to have the most dazzling display. You'll be amazed by the creativity and effort that goes into these decorations.The Light Park in Katy: For a unique and immersive holiday experience, head to The Light Park in Katy. This drive-thru light park features over a million lights, synchronized to holiday music. As you drive through the park, you'll be surrounded by a dazzling display of lights, creating a truly magical atmosphere.Driving through these neighborhoods and experiencing the festive atmosphere is a wonderful way to embrace the holiday spirit and create lasting memories with your family. So grab some hot cocoa, hop in the car, and get ready to be amazed by the neighborhood holiday lights in Houston.Festive Atmosphere DriveReady to immerse yourself in the holiday spirit? Hop in the car and embark on a festive atmosphere drive through the neighborhoods of Houston, where dazzling light displays and beautiful decorations await.There's something magical about driving through neighborhoods adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations. It's a tradition that brings joy and excitement to both young and old. As you cruise through the streets, you'll be greeted by houses decked out in colorful lights, extravagant displays, and whimsical decorations. It's a feast for the eyes and a surefire way to get into the holiday mood.One neighborhood that's known for its extravagant holiday lights is River Oaks. The houses in this area go all out, creating a truly enchanting atmosphere. Pecan Grove is another neighborhood worth visiting, as it boasts stunning displays that are sure to leave you in awe. As you drive around, take your time to admire each house and appreciate the effort that goes into creating such festive scenes.If you're looking for a more immersive experience, consider visiting The Light Park in Katy. This drive-thru light experience offers a dazzling display of lights synchronized to festive music. It's a magical journey that will leave you and your family in awe. Another option is Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston, where you can explore a winter wonderland filled with interactive displays and larger-than-life light installations.A festive atmosphere drive is a wonderful way to create lasting memories with your family. So gather your loved ones, turn up the holiday tunes, and set off on a magical adventure through the neighborhoods of Houston. Enjoy the beauty of the lights, the joy in the air, and the warmth of the holiday spirit. It's a time to be together, to be filled with wonder, and to embrace the magic of the season.Chinese Lantern InstallationsIf you're looking for a unique and enchanting holiday attraction in Houston, be sure to explore the dozens of Chinese lantern installations after dark at the Houston Botanic Garden's Radiant Nature. This breathtaking display is part of the Chinese lantern festivals, which are cultural celebrations that showcase intricate and vibrant lanterns.Here's why you should make a visit to Radiant Nature a priority this Christmas break:Immersive Experience: As you walk through the Houston Botanic Garden, you'll be transported to a world of wonder and magic. The Chinese lantern installations create a mesmerizing ambiance, illuminating the night sky with their stunning colors and designs. It's an experience that will captivate both children and adults alike.Cultural Appreciation: The Chinese lantern festivals are deeply rooted in tradition and symbolism. Each lantern tells a story and represents different aspects of Chinese culture. By visiting Radiant Nature, you'll not only be entertained but also have the opportunity to learn and appreciate the rich heritage behind these beautiful lanterns.Family Bonding: The holiday season is all about spending quality time with your loved ones, and visiting Radiant Nature is the perfect way to do just that. As you stroll together through the garden, you can marvel at the intricate lanterns, share laughter and create lasting memories. It's a chance to slow down, embrace the freedom of the moment, and enjoy the company of your family.Outdoor Ice Skating RinksAfter exploring the enchanting Chinese lantern installations at the Houston Botanic Garden's Radiant Nature, it's time to lace up our skates and glide into the next festive adventure - outdoor ice skating rinks. Outdoor ice skating is a classic winter activity that brings joy and excitement to people of all ages. Houston may not have the coldest winters, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy this icy pastime. So, grab your warmest coats and hats, because we're about to hit the ice!When it comes to outdoor ice skating, there are a few tips to keep in mind. First, dress in layers to stay warm while on the ice. It's important to stay cozy, but also be able to move freely. Second, wear thick socks to provide extra cushioning and insulation for your feet. And don't forget to bring gloves to keep your hands toasty!Now, let's talk about the best outdoor ice skating rinks in Houston. One popular spot is the Ice at Discovery Green. Located in the heart of downtown, this rink offers a picturesque setting with the city skyline as its backdrop. Another great option is the Memorial City Ice Rink. This outdoor rink is surrounded by festive decorations and offers a fun and lively atmosphere.Whether you're a seasoned skater or a beginner, outdoor ice skating is a fantastic way to embrace the holiday spirit and create lasting memories with your family and friends. So, let's lace up our skates and glide across the ice, feeling the exhilaration and freedom that comes with this winter activity. Houston may not be known for its icy winters, but that won't stop us from enjoying the thrill of outdoor ice skating!Immersive Holiday EventWe can't wait to dive into the immersive holiday event and be transported into a world of enchantment and wonder. Here are three reasons why we're excited about this experience:Interactive Light Displays:Picture yourself surrounded by a mesmerizing array of lights that respond to your touch and movement.Engage with the interactive light installations, creating a unique and personalized experience.Watch as the lights dance and twinkle, illuminating the night and filling you with a sense of joy and awe.Magical Atmosphere:Step into a world where holiday magic comes to life, immersing you in a festive and enchanting atmosphere.Be surrounded by beautifully decorated trees, sparkling ornaments, and whimsical characters that ignite your imagination.As you explore the immersive holiday event, feel the warmth and joy radiating from every corner, making you believe in the magic of the season.Memorable Experiences:This immersive holiday experience offers the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories with your family and loved ones.Capture unforgettable moments as you marvel at the stunning light displays and share laughter and joy together.Whether it's a romantic stroll hand-in-hand, a fun-filled adventure with your children, or a gathering with friends, this event promises to leave a lasting impression.Get ready to be captivated by the immersive holiday experience and be transported into a world filled with interactive light displays, magical atmosphere, and memorable experiences. It's time to embrace the freedom of the holiday season and create cherished memories that will warm your heart for years to come.Enchanted Holiday AttractionGet ready to be transported to an enchanting holiday attraction that will captivate your imagination and fill you with wonder. Houston is home to some truly magical light installations and enchanted holiday crafts that are sure to delight both kids and adults alike.One of the must-visit holiday attractions in Houston is the Houston Botanic Garden's Radiant Nature. This illuminated wonderland features dozens of Chinese lantern installations that come to life after dark. As you wander through the gardens, you'll witness the magical transformation of the surroundings and experience the beauty of nature in a whole new light. It's a unique and enchanting holiday attraction that isn't to be missed.If you're looking for some outdoor fun, Ice at Discovery Green is the perfect choice. This outdoor ice skating rink offers a festive atmosphere where you can glide across the ice and embrace the holiday spirit. And on select days, you can even skate with Santa himself! It's a fun and festive activity that the whole family can enjoy.For those looking for indoor entertainment, Wonderwild in the Heights is an adventure-filled play space that will provide hours of fun. Let your kids release their energy and have a great time exploring the various play areas. And at Frolics Castle in Memorial City Mall, kids can enjoy free play and let their imaginations run wild.No matter which enchanted holiday attraction you choose to visit, one thing is for sure - you're in for a memorable experience. So gather your family and embrace the joy of the holiday season as you immerse yourselves in dazzling light displays and create lasting memories. Houston has everything you need to make this Christmas break truly magical.Release Energy and Have FunAs we continue our exploration of Houston's enchanting holiday attractions, let's now shift our focus to a subtopic that's perfect for kids (and adults) who need to release their energy and have a whole lot of fun. During the Christmas break, there are plenty of indoor activities and holiday-themed crafts to keep everyone entertained. Here are three options to consider:Indoor Play Spaces:Wonderwild in the Heights provides an adventure-filled play space where kids can climb, slide, and explore to their heart's content. It's a safe and entertaining environment for indoor play, allowing kids to release their energy and have a great time.Frolics Castle at Memorial City Mall offers free play for kids, giving them the freedom to let loose and enjoy themselves. With various play areas and activities, it's a fantastic option for burning off energy and having fun.Holiday Themed Crafts:Many local museums and art centers offer holiday-themed craft workshops during the Christmas break. Kids can unleash their creativity and make their own ornaments, cards, and decorations. It's a great way to engage their imaginations while enjoying the freedom to create.DIY Festive Games:Create your own holiday-themed games at home. From pin the nose on Rudolph to a Santa sack race, the options are endless. Get the whole family involved and have a blast playing these customized games. It's the perfect opportunity to release energy, have fun, and make lasting memories together.With these indoor activities and holiday-themed crafts, kids can have a blast while staying active and engaged during the Christmas break. So, let's embrace the freedom to release energy and have a whole lot of fun!Embrace the Holiday SpiritImmerse yourself in the holiday spirit with a variety of festive activities and events in Houston. Get into the holiday groove by indulging in some delightful holiday crafts and enjoying the enchanting sounds of holiday music. Houston offers plenty of opportunities to embrace the holiday spirit and create lasting memories with your family.Get your creative juices flowing by participating in holiday craft workshops. Many local art centers and community organizations offer classes where you can learn to make your own unique holiday decorations. From handmade ornaments to festive wreaths, these workshops allow you to express your creativity and add a personal touch to your holiday decor.Don't forget to tune in to the sweet melodies of holiday music. Throughout the city, you'll find live performances of your favorite holiday tunes. Whether it's a local choir singing carols or a symphony orchestra playing classical holiday music, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Let the music fill your heart with joy and put you in the holiday spirit.In addition to holiday crafts and music, Houston also boasts stunning light displays that will leave you in awe. Take a drive through neighborhoods like River Oaks and Pecan Grove, known for their extravagant holiday lights. Marvel at the beautifully decorated homes and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere. For a unique experience, visit The Light Park in Katy, where you can enjoy a drive-thru light show that will dazzle your senses.Embracing the holiday spirit in Houston is all about celebrating with loved ones and enjoying the festive atmosphere. So gather your family, put on your favorite holiday tunes, and get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime.Frequently Asked QuestionsHow Much Does It Cost to Attend Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston?The cost to attend Galaxy Lights at Space Center Houston varies depending on the day and time you visit. It's best to check their website for the most accurate and up-to-date pricing information.When planning your visit, consider going during off-peak times to potentially save on admission costs.Regardless of the cost, experiencing the dazzling light displays and immersive holiday event at Galaxy Lights is sure to create lasting memories for you and your family.Are There Any Special Events or Activities at the Light Park in Katy?Yes, there are special events at the Light Park in Katy that Houston kids will love! With dazzling lights and a drive-thru experience, it's perfect for creating lasting memories with your family.At the Light Park, you can immerse yourself in the holiday spirit and enjoy beautiful displays and decorations. It's an enchanting holiday attraction that will leave you in awe.Can You Purchase Tickets in Advance for Houston Botanic Garden's Radiant Nature?Yes, you can purchase tickets in advance for Houston Botanic Garden's Radiant Nature. Planning in advance is a great idea to ensure availability and secure your spot.Online booking makes it convenient and easy to purchase tickets from the comfort of your home. Pricing information can be found on their website, allowing you to budget accordingly.Don't miss out on this unique and enchanting holiday attraction, so be sure to get your tickets early!What Is the Admission Fee for Ice Skating at Discovery Green?The admission fee for ice skating at Discovery Green during Christmas break isn't mentioned without the context of Things to Do With Houston Kids Over Christmas Break.Is There a Minimum Age Requirement for Children to Play at Wonderwild Indoor Play Space?At Wonderwild indoor play space, there's no minimum age requirement for children to play. This means that kids of all ages can enjoy the adventure-filled play space and have a great time releasing their energy.Indoor play spaces like Wonderwild provide numerous benefits for children, such as promoting physical activity, stimulating imagination, and promoting social interaction.ConclusionSo gather your family and get ready to make some unforgettable memories this Christmas break in Houston! Whether you're marveling at the extravagant holiday lights in River Oaks and Pecan Grove, exploring the immersive Galaxy Lights event at Space Center Houston, or letting your kids release their energy at Wonderwild or Frolics Castle, there's something for everyone to enjoy.And did you know that Houston Botanic Garden's Radiant Nature features over 100 Chinese lantern installations? It's a truly enchanting experience you won't want to miss!
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2024.05.16 23:02 islamdigitalworld Islam is Love, But Respect All Religions

Islam, as a monotheistic faith, emphasizes love, compassion, and respect for all people, regardless of their religious or social backgrounds. While it holds its own beliefs and practices dear, it also recognizes the diversity of human experience and encourages mutual understanding. Let’s explore this further.
  1. Respecting Other Religions in the Qur’an The Qur’an, the holy book of Islam, contains verses that underscore the importance of respecting other faiths:
Surah Al-Baqarah (2:62) states that those who believe in Allah, the Last Day, and do righteous deeds will be rewarded, regardless of their religious affiliation. This verse highlights the inclusivity of divine mercy and the universality of virtue. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:256) emphasizes that there should be no compulsion in religion. People are free to choose their faith, and the right path is clear from the wrong. Believing in Allah and rejecting false gods is essential, but this should happen willingly and without coercion. These verses demonstrate Islam’s recognition of the existence of other faiths and its encouragement of peaceful coexistence.
  1. Islam’s Teachings on Tolerance and Freedom Islam fosters a spirit of love, tolerance, and dialogue among people. It breaks down barriers and encourages understanding. Consider the following aspects:
Compassion for All: Muslims are taught to have compassion for people of all faiths, races, and nations. They view others as manifestations of God in this world and treat them with heartfelt respect and love. Freedom of Choice: Islam upholds the principle of free will. While inviting people to embrace Islam, it does not force anyone to convert. The choice to believe or not lies with the individual. 3. The Golden Rule and Love for Neighbors The golden rule—loving God and loving one’s neighbor—is central to Islam. Muslims are encouraged to love God’s creation, which includes respecting other religions. Here’s how this plays out:
Neighborly Love: Islam teaches that one’s neighbor includes not only those living next door but also those across borders and faiths. Acts of kindness, empathy, and understanding are essential. Opposing Corruption: While respecting other faiths, Islam also opposes corruption and exploitation that may exist within religious institutions. It calls for justice, honesty, and fairness. In summary, Islam promotes love, compassion, and respect for all, emphasizing the unity of mankind. It encourages dialogue and understanding, recognizing that diversity enriches our shared human experience. 🌟
Remember that these principles are not just theoretical; they guide the actions of millions of Muslims worldwide. By embodying love and respect, they contribute to a more harmonious and compassionate global community. 🌎✨
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2024.05.16 22:59 adulting4kids Tarot

Strength

With gentle might, Serena stands tall, Her lion's grace, a bond so true, In taming fears, her lessons install.
Through calm and poise, fears tend to pall, With inner courage, her spirit accrue, With gentle might, Serena stands tall.
In compassion's embrace, the heart's recall, Empathy's warmth, in strength's rescue, In taming fears, her lessons install.
Through patience and love, her virtues enthrall, In facing trials, her spirit imbue, With gentle might, Serena stands tall.
In a lioness' gaze, fears enthrall, Her wisdom whispers, a calm to pursue, In taming fears, her lessons install.
With courage and grace, her spirit appall, In facing trials, her strength renews, With gentle might, Serena stands tall, In taming fears, her lessons install.

The Hermit

Atop the peak, Sage Elias awaits, In silent wisdom, truths construe, In solitude's embrace, enlightenment gates.
Through introspection's lens, wisdom debates, With lantern's glow, the seeker's pursue, Atop the peak, Sage Elias awaits.
In introspective journeys, the mind relates, In solitude's echo, insights accrue, In solitude's embrace, enlightenment gates.
Through whispers of silence, the spirit translates, In meditative realms, the seeker ensue, Atop the peak, Sage Elias awaits.
In solitude's quest, where knowledge creates, In introspective gaze, wisdom's view, In solitude's embrace, enlightenment gates.
Through hermit's wisdom, the seeker navigates, In truths unveiled, the path pursue, Atop the peak, Sage Elias awaits, In solitude's embrace, enlightenment gates.

Wheel of Fortune

In life's cycles, the wheel spins around, Destiny's dance, the fates accrue, In karmic threads, the lessons resound.
Through cycles of change, where fate is crowned, In destiny's hand, the turns pursue, In life's cycles, the wheel spins around.
From heights to lows, the turns astound, Fortune's wheel, the paths imbue, In karmic threads, the lessons resound.
Through twists and turns, life's choices compound, In fate's hands, destinies construe, In life's cycles, the wheel spins around.
With time's embrace, the cycles surround, Eternal rhythms, the paths pursue, In karmic threads, the lessons resound.
Through wheel's revolutions, destinies compound, In life's journey's tapestry, the destinies ensue, In life's cycles, the wheel spins around, In karmic threads, the lessons resound.

Justice

In fairness' realm, Lady Justice prevails, Her scales reflect truths, the judgment's hue, In balanced decisions, morality trails.
Through righteous gaze, where equity sails, In impartial rulings, the laws accrue, In fairness' realm, Lady Justice prevails.
With impartial gaze, her guidance avails, In equitable choices, justice's view, In balanced decisions, morality trails.
Through fairness' lens, the law's entails, In lawful decrees, society's ensue, In fairness' realm, Lady Justice prevails.
With virtue and truth, her wisdom entails, In justice's hands, fairness imbue, In balanced decisions, morality trails.
In fairness' reflection, where virtue exhales, In ethical binds, her judgments ensue, In fairness' realm, Lady Justice prevails, In balanced decisions, morality trails.

The Hanged Man

Suspended in time, a yogi's quiet grace, In surrender's embrace, enlightenment's view, Through shifting views, perspective's embrace.
Through upside-down views, a spiritual space, In meditative pause, revelations accrue, Suspended in time, a yogi's quiet grace.
In contemplative states, a change to face, In self-sacrifice, insights imbue, Through shifting views, perspective's embrace.
In surrender's lesson, ego's deface, In introspective pause, wisdom accrue, Suspended in time, a yogi's quiet grace.
With suspended thoughts, a mind's solace, In reflective lens, new visions construe, Through shifting views, perspective's embrace.
In tranquil surrender, a soul's embrace, In paused reflections, self-renew, Suspended in time, a yogi's quiet grace, Through shifting views, perspective's embrace.

Death

Amidst transformation's dance, Death's call, Endings to beginnings, the cycle accrue, Through change's embrace, a rebirth for all.
In transformation's grasp, life's curtain fall, In endings' throes, new chapters ensue, Amidst transformation's dance, Death's call.
From decay to birth, a renewal sprawl, From shadows to light, life's rhythms pursue, Through change's embrace, a rebirth for all.
In letting go, where rebirths enthral, From ashes to phoenix, the journey imbue, Amidst transformation's dance, Death's call.
Through endings' weight, a renewal haul, From darkness to dawn, the soul construe, Through change's embrace, a rebirth for all.
In endings' whispers, life's essence install, In transformation's cycles, the stories accrue, Amidst transformation's dance, Death's call, Through change's embrace, a rebirth for all.

Temperance

By riverside's edge, Celestia waits, In balance's embrace, the spirits pursue, Through moderation's flow, harmony gates.
In harmony's blend, where patience debates, In tranquil flow, the virtues accrue, By riverside's edge, Celestia waits.
With blended energies, the soul equates, In temperate brews, the virtues ensue, Through moderation's flow, harmony gates.
In tranquil waters, where virtues placate, In balanced essence, the truths construe, By riverside's edge, Celestia waits.
With spirit's blend, where grace translates, In tranquil hearts, the virtues imbue, Through moderation's flow, harmony gates.
In harmony's embrace, where balance relates, In soul's blend, the virtues construe, By riverside's edge, Celestia waits, Through moderation's flow, harmony gates.

The Devil

Ensnared in chains, Lucifer's dark hue, Illusions' hold, where fears accrue, In shadowed realms, bindings ensue.
Through temptations' grasp, where fears construe, In illusions' chains, a darkness accrue, Ensnared in chains, Lucifer's dark hue.
From shadows to light, where freedom's pursue, In breaking bonds, the soul's breakthrough, In shadowed realms, bindings ensue.
In liberation's quest, where fears subdue, From darkness to dawn, the spirit ensue, Ensnared in chains, Lucifer's dark hue.
Through shackles released, where freedom's accrue, In shedding fears, illusions' construe, In shadowed realms, bindings ensue.
In chains unbound, where courage imbue, In breaking free, a new path pursue, Ensnared in chains, Lucifer's dark hue, In shadowed realms, bindings ensue.

The Tower

Within the tower, destruction brews, Life's upheaval, chaos accrue, In shattering realms, old structures lose.
From ruins to rebuild, the spirit ensues, In transformation's wake,
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2024.05.16 22:57 cdplayers Was just offered and joined the Bike Angel program and am confused by the boost

I noticed on my first ride after joining -- on a gray ebike -- that the e-assist didn't seem as high, but I hadn't ridden in a few months, so I thought it was just me. Then on my ride home later, it seemed better but still maybe not quite as fast.
So my question is: what, if any, boost are non-Bike Angels getting? I get a free membership already through my banker, but I thought it wouldn't hurt. Now I'm wondering: Am I better off not being in the program?
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2024.05.16 22:48 Hasurosan True short stories journalism of the human spirit.

A story of the true fighting spirit By Rene o. Montalvo I’m going to do this right, once I’m debt free work hard, save my money, build lots of muscle and find a potential future wife invest in meaningful relationships. Those are my new long term goals in my new financial future. I’ll make will enough with only 4 hours of sleep to support a family of my own. I want to my grandmother and grandfather to my future kids while they are still living here on earth before their illness catches up them. I want them live with no regrets and able to see their future great grandchildren as a thank you to honor them and sacrifice they for my financial future to start a family of my own. I never got to see my grandfather from my father side he passed away the same day I was born. I know how my father felt mentally broken at that time. Became a father the same day and lost his dad. Plot twist I was 99% percent of not survivable during birth I was 5 months premature also my mother wasn’t going to survive during giving birth of high blood pressure. That 1% was doctors will power the fighting spirit to not give up when everything else goes wrong. You can say I’m a miracle baby 1 in trillion’s with the technology we had in 1980’s. It was miracle that I was able to survive against all odds in theory my grandfather passing spiritual life energy went into me to keep on living that was theory that my grandfather passing away saved my life only god will and faith of my family had to make a prayer. I was a miracle baby thanks to the fighting spirit of a prayer of everyone who’s involved. Thank you all doctors in the world for not giving up, you truly are a miracle doctors. Now time to read doctor black jack comic book in Japanese language im fluent by the way.
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2024.05.16 22:48 Trails_of_California New forum! Let's talk about our local trails and build a community here!

Hello and welcome! I have a feeling that the viewers of my youtube channel have a lot to share about their own passions for their own local trails! Here, I am starting this forum to open the conversation to everyone and anyone who want's to dig deeper into this community. Here we have a community of people who care about cycling, e-biking, gravel riding, dirt biking, distance cycling, leisure riding, beach cruising, commuting by bike and all things to do with accessible transportation.
Here you can post freely your insights, your photos, your videos and share it amongst the greater "Trails of California" community! Feel free to engage as much or as little as you want. Come here just to lurk as an observer! I want this forum to be a safe space for open and positive communication.
I'll start the conversation by sharing some of my favorite pictures from my latest adventures! Going forward, are there any cool trail projects happening in your area? Any new cycling laws that you want to promote (post a link!)? Any interesting articles from the news you want to share? Planning a big big trip soon? Are there any cool new bike paths in your neighborhood that you would like to post about? Tell us about your first/favorite experience using the trail! Bonus points if you have pictures and links!
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2024.05.16 22:46 offairarcade What to do in San Jose: 5/16 thru 5/19

Heya! I posted this in /SanJose as well, but you happen to be in or around the South Bay, here are some fun things that are happening around here this week:

Thursday, 5/16

Friday, 5/17

Saturday, 5/18

Sunday, 5/19

Thanks so much for reading!

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If you have other stuff you’d like people to know about, drop ‘em in the comments! 🙂
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2024.05.16 22:39 Sereniteenie To me

5:36 PM Wed 5/8/24
Mood: Terrible
Title: Alone
Details: Last year I was told that there is a whole universe out there of people to find. And that I was being endlessly supported and that people were inspired by me.
This year I learned what it's like to be hunted and chased away from goodness. It has been the worst year of my entire life and with the knowledge that there is a whole universe out there--I feel lonelier than I was before.
Not a single person wants well for me. I have to translate my thoughts, behavior, intentions, symptoms, and soul to everyone.
There hasn't been a single rest from it in over 330 days. Just endless messes and ridicule and mocking and advances and terrorism.
I'm thought I was tired of people. But I walk outside and love them so much. I learned I'm not tired of people. But I'm so so so tired of loneliness.
Being around others doesn't stop you from being lonely. Because I'm still translating. My thoughts and feelings are still not reaching and the obvious signals I send to others are being deflected and mistranslated.
I'm tired of translating for to others. On paper it's so easy to understand a person. Watching it's easy to understand and to judge. But actually reacting appropriately to context and injustice and neurodivergence even is so lost to people.
This is why I wanted to write my story. Because people don't know how to cope. They don't know how to accept bad things. They don't know the difference between bad people and good people and even today our societies are too primitive to understand it.
They're still theororizing, contemplating, changing information for their gain...never have I seen any type of science be so abstractly and subjectively defiled as I've seen happen with mental health and neurodivergence.
People cannot separate the symptom from the person and punish and subjugate and continue to dominate those less fortunate.
I'm glad I know what happens to people they don't like. I know how dangerous people can be.
I wish I had someone to protect me. So I still find myself praying and wishing for one person. Just one person I don't have to translate myself to. Just one person I don't have to have grow tired of me. Just one person I don't have to compete with.
Growing up I was used to competing. Siblings, cousins, friends. In public AND private school there's always someone or something to compete. Today I compete with my parents and yesterday I compete with women who love the one I thought I loved.
I grew accustomed to hating my own birthday because of jealousy around it because my uncle was upset he shared it with my brother and I. And because I could never have it the way I enjoyed later. Too much. I'm too much. Too far. Too long. Too attention-seeking.
I had my chance as a teen with two friends so why isn't that enough for me? My parents were happy that I finally was taking a break from illness but since I got what I asked for then I'm a spoiled ass. As if they ever treated me better even then. Golden children are still abused even when the roles swap. Because no pleasantness is atrocious.
My family told me I was fat and going to get diabetes and have a heart attack and die despite never talking to me and being in high school--where weight isn't even done being "distributed" until your mid twenties. Thanks to the prime golden child my sister.
I'm tired of fighting and competing to be heard and to have needs met and to come across as kind or kinder. It's killing me.
Why can't I ever just be me?
Why can't I ever just be my authentic self? The one I want to be as a form of worship? Me in all my phases and feelings?
Why do I have to stuff myself down or look beautiful when I'm suffering in order to be a good and kind person worth saving?
I understand Nettle so much now. I wish I never did.
If I didn't have vocal fry would I be loved? If I didn't have fat would I be loved? If I didn't have brown or blonde hair would I be loved? If I forgave my parents and suffered quietly would I be loved?
If I had sweet doe eyes or a light mousy voice would someone finally think I had autism?
The ones I see on tiktok are drop dead gorgeous women with huge colorful lives and opportunities and get to complain about "pretty privelege"
Some have a light airiness to them that make them seem like fae.
And there's me who never fits anywhere or with anyone.
I have nothing and no one and absolutely no point.
I was okay before--before I had drive and passion to find my people. Before I had dreams of finding my way and accomplishing things. Before I had just one person.
It's so cruel. The people in this world are so cruel. I just want one person.
One person from God--and loving can be worship too. I'm too tired for much else.
Just one person to save me from their damnation that seems to last forever.
I'm so exhausted all the time.
My body hurts. My head hurts. My nerves feel like nothing.
I feel hopeless. Empty. I feel like the woman from my dream.
I feel betrayed--like others saw my future and pushed me into it head first with some kind of pre-revenge. Pinched. Twisted. Groped. Lost. Forced.
Called an attention whore. Gold digger.
I feel confused. People are trying desperately to make sure no one understands me.
I'm one girl. Against a whole universe and groups of people.
The emotional, psychological, and societal manipulation is obscure.
I keep reading revelations 2:24 to feel better.
It feels like Thyatira. I'm trying to hold fast to the idea that God may rescue me from whatever this is. A trial--make believe--experimentation--prisonment for knowing too much.
He asks we wait patiently for him to come and rescue us.
And many biblical figures had to wait for years and years. Upwards to like 100 if you were Abraham.
So while every day things feel like battle now, I am still trying.
I want to give myself OT and PT...I've done it for others so it can't be hard.
And with the flashbacks and emotional flashbacks and meltdowns and outbursts...I'm going to try treating myself for PTSD too.
Until I get the help I need somehow--I don't know what else to do.
I know others are tired of helping me. When you don't seem to receive pleasantness it's par for the course.
But I'm tired of competing for needs to be met. Can't everyone just work harder to understand bodies and minds and signals--then people would have their needs met and there'd be no need to compete.
I'm tired of fighting for myself. I'm tired of doing it alone.
I'm tired of being with others and doing it lonely.
The world isn't just crumbling due to climate change. Our minds are shifting and crumbling with it.
It makes sense. The weather affects people. Everyone I know is so tired. There's no way we are evolved enough to know God and be in his presence. There's no way we are advanced. Even this phone feels archaic to me--the programs we use feel archaic.
I understand now why capitalism is seen as demonic and evil. The control of drip marketing contents and technology is so slow and pointless.
Our resources are depleting. War is happening still. Communism wouldn't help either. It's the same song with a different tune.
I'll keep living because that's what he wants from people. I want to make God proud. I want people's lives to be easier.
I want people to stop competing and performing and wanting to die drenched in lies.
Maybe that's why it's a sin to lie. It halts evolution not just on others but yourself too. Living a lie halts growth.
It's difficult but Faith seems to be the part that is supposed to ground you in it. Like--I don't know WHY I can't lie in this situation but I have to be honest.
Anyways in these moments I wonder if philosophy and religion is a coping skill or a turning something bad into something good.
I guess I should just keep doing what I need to do and not what others want me to do.
It seems whenever I do what others want I suffer more than before.
I usually value collaboration. But when others Stop valuing it--then it's time for something to be done.
These people are messed up. They have no emotional retention. They have no ability to remember the things they do--Like it doesn't exist to them.
The heat, my hormones shifting, the trauma of seeing her again, and other things seemed to trigger a huge meltdown? Fight or flight? PTSD attack?
No wonder the woman from my dream was so empty--her body and mind have been through war and emotional, psychological, and spiritual survival.
I can only pray that I'm not chemically like a porn addicted person--I don't want to lose the idea that sex to me is love. After everything I mean.
I don't have the time in life to heal. There's so much I have to do and everyone still sees me as a wallet drainer and leech.
I don't trust anyone to help me. I don't trust anyone to love me. I don't trust love because it's not enough to make these other things go away.
I understand why people are calling for a civil war on the rich. And their help? To not be seen as bad people? Their help is "we will make others more like us!"
Natural selection affects them too.
Which is funny. They think they've escaped it ofc. I do think that people are right. Celebrities and other rich people aren't useful anymore.
They don't have much use anymore.
Anyways.
I feel lonely. I feel trauma everywhere. Like I've always been hit by a bus.
It's ironic I think--the "I wouldn't do it without a trained professional" people are so dangerous.
I did better without them...always.
It's hard not to hate life.
I always have to compete for needs and wants and sacrafice them.
For siblings, friends, lovers, parents, students, strangers, buyers, consumers, voices...
I sacrafice for these people to have better all the time. I don't have the energy to do anything else. I don't have anything else to provide but what I can scrounge up and then hand off or step aside.
I just want someone.
Someone who knows and loves me and understands me in full.
I can't let these people take away my voice or my story or my dreams for myself when they're already so blessed.
Only those well off say "you should be grateful"
What you did to survive and achieve versus what I did will never be the same.
So I'll hopefully find a way. To let my future husband be able to comfort me and know me in full after this whole experience. I'll find a way for him to know every page in my story and leaf through and bookmark his favorites.
Who in the universe would take away that from their victims so easily? That they could just have one?
These people can be vampires.
I get tired--I fall asleep--they suck the energy out of me.
They leave all their bad thoughts behind.
The world needs a miracle.
Activities: Food Sleep Screens
Emotions: Hurt Overwhelmed Confused Lonely Stressed Empty Hopeless
Unhelpful Thought: I'll never be well. No one will ever understand me. No one does. I'm alone. I'm always alone and I'll always be alone. People will only ever take from me or use me. People want me to die. My parents want me to die. I end up believing them and wanting it too.
I'll never have a life. I'll never have my own life. I'll never be me. I'll never be free.
Cognitive Distortions: Fortune-telling Self-blaming
Challenge: I don't know what to say. I'm so sorry that you've been through so much trauma in such little time. I'm so sorry you have to fight to comfort yourself and your fight response has increased so astronomically.
It must be scary to have to use it. It must be scary to never know when the pain will stop or when they will cause your attacks to start.
I don't know much about PTSD but considering the flashbacks and how even in moments for you they violate every piece of you--it only makes sense that you have resorted to fighting. I'm sorry you're body has to respond so uncomfortably and abnormally.
But try to remember that these are all normal responses to the abnormal. Your body is scared and terrified and it's been 330 days of exhaustion. The fatigue makes sense. The survival instincts makes sense. Your body and brain are working so hard for you so you can keep loving one day when the trauma responses ebb away.
There's no cure that I know of for these ailments. PTSD, depression, SAD, anxieties, potential autism. All these comorbidities must be eating away at you. The fact that they keep triggering you doesn't help either.
I'm sorry they push you. I'm sorry you've been through rape. I'm sorry you can barely pick up the pieces before they hurt you again.
I'm sorry I have to be the one to apologize to you for everything that's happened and still happens. I'm sorry they abuse you as you try to write and don't listen to no or clear boundaries.
The only advice I can think to give so you may have peace in these moments is to stop saving them. Let the bad continue to do bad. Let the Rapists continue to be Rapists. Do not work to absolve them of anything or bring good from their lives.
They're learning how to hurt you in different ways instead. They're recruiting new people late to everything instead.
Teeny tiny Tina, I'm still working so hard for you to be loved. I'm working so hard for you to stay safe. For you and I to stop fighting.
For you and I to stop freezing and being abused and for them to push you your fight responses and fear of your own body.
I'm sorry they tell you it's demons. When it's her. I'm sorry she won't leave you alone. I'm sorry she and others won't have boundaries with you.
I'm sorry they use you to teach her what her Delusions look like in another person because she forgets to be a human in others bodies and can't let her ego go.
I'm sorry they drug you so she can be comforted.
I'm sorry they don't know what you are going through. When I write as if I'm not you I can't imagine this pain.
I hope one day you are safe and rescued. I hope one day you find someone who will save you from her and them and the ones who abuse you.
I know my hopes are meaningless and that under normal circumstances when you are only you--I can always write meaningful advice without resorting to vapid generics.
I hope that one day you can be enough for yourself again.
I hope they don't bleed you dry. Don't kill yourself no matter what they say and do and feed on altruistic notions.
It's a complete mind fuck. The support needs to come from you. When they do it--don't believe them.
May you find peace Tina.
Alternative Thought: You will be saved. You will find help. Normal people know that it's wrong. These stars are illusions.
Normal people can help better. Find a community that can give you a break and accept you. That won't let your mind fall apart.
Don't let their ironic wishes for you give you peace. Don't let it give THEM peace. They don't mean it they just want it to be them.
Do not be like them. Do not live a lie. Address your hatred front on. Address why you hate front on so you may be free from it.
Do not be like them. Keep the bible in mind but please be who you want to be--which is exactly how God created and therefore called you to be.
Your calling is to heal and fight hatred for now.
Your calling is to find safety. May the lord bear you on eagles wings.
You do not have religious psychosis. You need to keep remembering who the fuck you are.
You are too smart for your own good. You are too self sacrificing for your own good. You see the bad in the good for people to address and attack and heal. You are kind when not under duress. You have illness. You need diagnosis. You have had terrible things happen. Surreal and awful. You always find a way to make things right. You always grow and evolve and change. You are you and others will not visibly see it.
Keep your self grounding mindfulness. Mindfulness is not oppression. It's a tool for a single person. Yourself. Not others.
Keep steady. Take a walk. Do something new. Discover something. Don't just stay in your mind doing it all there.
You need stimulation. You may be close to the end of figuring what you need to figure out out.
Then look at these thoughts and see how little and small they are in comparison to who you are and how you faced them. You are always seeking to heal and retain your values. That dualism and unobstructed steadfastness is your namesake.
It's in your birthday, your name, your experiences, your ring, your prayers, your loves, your hates, your stories, and every part of you.
You can never not be you. Except when your free will is in the hands of another.
Keep fighting for peace. Write and draw and explore within your means. Your life may seem so small but the meaning you have, the blessings God gave you to remember, the irreplaceable meaning everywhere is a gift from him.
And with this you never stop creating. Up and down. Up and down. If David in all his emotional complexities is a "man after God's own heart" then allow yourself to fall and thank God for his discipline.
He corrects those he accepts. He shows the wisdom of it to those he loves.
Keep his ever present and obvious love for you in your heart.
And even though you think Jonah is so funny, please allow yourself to give "testimony" one day and ask people to repent and show them God's love. Be unashamed. Be devoted. Be passionate. Don't let others kill your fire.
You know what it's like. You know what thoughts come from these terrible scenarios. You know how badly you want saving.
Others do too.
Show people that God's love IS unconditional. And learn and translate and write.
Translate God's Holy Spirit and intentions and goals to others.
He will bless you. He is pursuing your heart.
Remember how small the flaws are in others in comparison to them. How little it means for them to dislike what you do or help the opposing neighbor.
You are admired. And sometimes admiration turns bad and becomes jealousy.
You are very lonely. And you have learned ways to find yourself in all the versions of loneliness there are.
You are used. You are abused.
And that story lives and cannot be erased no matter how hard they try. Eternity is the sock that fell from their push. It feels so inescapable.
Your healing and self growth is awkward.
But you can still live. And you love others enough to be awkward with them.
Let yourself remember that this means that you love yourself to be awkward with yourself and allow it.
In that way you have already broken one cycle. That people need to see you in good perfect ways in order to have even self love.
You are strong. You are so passionate. And still while moored and mired in guck and hatred you still do everything out of love.
For yourself and others.
Your own body even is reflecting that incredibly. Your brain doesn't WANT to give up. It wants to fight, to survive, to fawn, to freeze.
Your brain and body is fighting for your love. Your self love and your future love and your love for others.
It's natural to feel this exhaustion after it all.
Tell yourself a new fortune too. A new self attribution. Balance it out.
You're going to always have love. It's in all your cells and the things you touch.
When you drop what you like and feel pain--however small--that tiny regret is love.
Your love is worth it. Your drive to be well is always worth it.
We are adapting. Love yourself enough to be awkward with it. It will feel really big and like the world is ending because it's the first time you've felt these ways.
God bless you.
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2024.05.16 22:37 the_nancy_downs Volunteers needed for Astoria Food Pantry this Saturday (5/18)

Hello again! The Astoria Food Pantry is short on volunteers this Saturday and we would love to get some help if you have time. Every Saturday, volunteers pack many bags of fresh and shelf-stable groceries that are walked, biked, and driven to home-bound residents in Astoria. We are looking for all shifts this week: drivers, bikers, walkers, and help with afternoon coordination.
Delivery shifts start at 1pm, picking up from the pantry (25-82 Steinway) and routes are anywhere from 30min - 1.5 hrs depending on length and mode of transportation. The afternoon coordination shift is from 12-3:00pm and involves helping to sort through rescue produce and getting delivery volunteers set up with bags to deliver.
If you're interested, please use this link to claim a shift by Friday night. If you can’t make it this weekend, but would like to volunteer at a later date, the link also offers slots for future weekends. Feel free to DM me with any questions.
Thank you!!
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2024.05.16 22:36 SanguineTino Big Blanket Picnic

Hello everyone, recently heard of a really cool like huge picnic that was started by a group of friends. I believe its May 25th and just wanted to shout them out. If you all want additional information DM me. Its open to everyone and free and I think its in the spirit of the subreddit.
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2024.05.16 22:23 dopaminewellbeing The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32) and the Path to Recovery from Addiction

The parable of the Prodigal Son is one of the most enduring stories from the Bible, offering deep insights into forgiveness, redemption, and the power of unconditional love. Its themes resonate profoundly with the journey many face in recovering from addiction, providing not just a blueprint for spiritual renewal but also practical wisdom for those walking the path toward healing.
Understanding the Parable In this well-known parable, a young man demands his inheritance early, squanders it on a life of excess, and finds himself destitute. In his lowest moment, he decides to return home, expecting scorn and rejection. Instead, his father welcomes him with open arms, celebrating his return rather than condemning his departure. This story, at its heart, is about redemption and the possibility of a new beginning, regardless of past mistakes.
The First Steps Back The journey of the Prodigal Son mirrors the initial steps towards recovery from addiction. The decision to return home symbolizes the moment of realization and acknowledgment of one’s addiction, where the individual understands the need for change. Like the Prodigal Son, this acknowledgment often comes in the depths of despair, when the consequences of addiction are undeniable and all-consuming.
Facing the Past One of the hardest steps on the path to recovery is facing the past and the harm caused to oneself and others. The Prodigal Son’s return home is a metaphor for facing one’s mistakes and the humility it takes to seek forgiveness. It’s about confronting the reality of one’s actions and the impact they have had, not just on oneself but on family, friends, and community.
The Role of Forgiveness The father’s response in the parable highlights the power of forgiveness in the recovery process. Forgiveness, both self-forgiveness and receiving forgiveness from others, is pivotal. It’s a recognition that everyone deserves a second chance, that our past actions do not define our future. This unconditional love and acceptance are what many seek from a higher power, their loved ones, and themselves during recovery.
A Celebration of Renewal The celebration upon the son’s return home underscores the joy of recovery and renewal. It’s a reminder that returning to a life free from addiction is not merely a return to normalcy but a cause for celebration, a second chance at life that should be embraced with joy and gratitude. This celebration is a powerful motivator for those in recovery, offering hope and something beautiful to strive towards.
Lessons for the Journey Ahead: The parable of the Prodigal Son offers several key lessons for anyone on the path to recovery from addiction:
Acknowledgment is the First Step: Recognizing one’s need for help is the critical first step toward healing.
Humility Opens Doors: Admitting mistakes and seeking forgiveness are acts of courage that open the path to recovery.
Forgiveness Heals: Forgiving oneself and accepting forgiveness from others are essential for healing and growth.
Support is Crucial: Just as the father welcomed his son with open arms, having a supportive community is vital for recovery.
Every Day is a Celebration: Every moment of sobriety is a victory, a testament to the human spirit’s resilience and the joy of a second chance at life.
The story of the Prodigal Son is a powerful narrative that resonates with anyone on a journey of recovery from addiction. It serves as a reminder that no matter how far we may stray, there is always a way back. Through humility, forgiveness, and the support of a loving community, recovery is not just a possibility; it’s a cause for celebration.
Self-Reflecting Questions/Journal Prompts:
  1. Moment of Realization: Reflect on the moment you realized that change was necessary for your life. How did you feel, and what motivated you to seek a different path?
  2. Facing the Past: Consider the challenges you’ve faced in confronting your past actions and their consequences. How have you managed to seek forgiveness from yourself and others?
  3. Accepting Forgiveness: Write about a time when you felt truly forgiven, either by yourself, someone you hurt, or a higher power. How did this forgiveness impact your recovery journey?
  4. The Role of Humility: How has humility played a role in your path to recovery? Reflect on moments when admitting vulnerability or asking for help led to significant growth.
  5. Support System: Who has been your “welcoming father” on this journey? Describe how their support has made a difference in your life.
  6. A New Beginning: What does the concept of a “new beginning” mean to you in the context of recovery? How have you embraced this new chapter in your life?
  7. Lessons Learned: Reflect on the most valuable lessons you’ve learned through your recovery process. How have these lessons shaped your perspective on life and relationships?
  8. Celebrating Milestones: Think about the milestones in your recovery. How have you celebrated these achievements, and why is it important to recognize them?
  9. Forgiving Yourself: Forgiving oneself can be one of the hardest parts of the recovery journey. Write about your experience with self-forgiveness and the challenges you’ve faced.
  10. A Letter to Your Future Self: Imagine writing a letter to your future self, reflecting on your hopes, dreams, and the person you hope to become. What advice would you give to your future self about maintaining resilience and hope on the journey ahead?
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2024.05.16 22:19 dopaminewellbeing Journal Prompt Ideas

Here are some Journal Prompt suggestions:
  1. How has my understanding of pleasure and gratification changed since beginning my recovery?
  2. In what ways can I cultivate a deeper relationship with God to overcome my cravings?
  3. What Bible verses inspire me to resist temptation and why?
  4. How does my faith influence my view on healing and recovery?
  5. In moments of weakness, how can prayer strengthen my resolve?
  6. How do I see the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding me away from addictive behaviors?
  7. What Christian values can I focus on to replace the instant gratification I seek from addictive sources?
  8. How can the story of Job’s perseverance help me in dealing with my own struggles?
  9. What lessons have I learned about patience and faith through my recovery journey?
  10. How can I use my experience with addiction to help others in my community?
  11. How does my addiction prevent me from fulfilling God’s purpose for my life?
  12. What does it mean to me to surrender my struggles to God?
  13. How can fasting and abstinence strengthen my discipline and faith during recovery?
  14. How has my addiction affected my relationships and how can I mend them?
  15. How do the teachings of Jesus about forgiveness apply to how I forgive myself?
  16. What are the spiritual consequences of my addiction that I am most afraid of?
  17. How can the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) manifest in my recovery journey?
  18. What does being ‘born again’ mean in the context of overcoming addiction?
  19. How can I use the concept of Christian stewardship to manage my impulses better?
  20. What does the Bible say about body as a temple, and how does that affect my recovery?
  21. How can community prayer support me in overcoming my addiction?
  22. What steps can I take to make amends in a way that aligns with Christian teachings?
  23. How do stories of redemption in the Bible give me hope for recovery?
  24. What does it mean to have a ‘thorn in the flesh’ like Paul, and how do I cope with mine?
  25. How can I cultivate a spirit of gratitude during the tough days?
  26. What role does humility play in acknowledging and dealing with my addiction?
  27. How can the parables Jesus taught guide me in understanding my journey?
  28. In what ways has my addiction been a ‘false idol’ in my life?
  29. How do I understand God’s love for me even when I feel unworthy?
  30. What are specific ways I can serve others that will also support my recovery?
  31. How does maintaining hope impact my daily decisions and recovery?
  32. What sacrifices am I called to make to remain faithful to my recovery and to God?
  33. How can meditating on the life of Christ help me resist addictive urges?
  34. What does it mean to wear the ‘armor of God’ in my battle against addiction?
  35. How can the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12) be a comfort or guide during recovery?
  36. What does it mean to experience peace that surpasses understanding in my journey?
  37. How can practicing Christian virtues lead to real change in my life?
  38. What does true joy look like for me now, in the context of recovery?
  39. How does forgiveness play a role in healing from the damage caused by my addiction?
  40. What does it mean to trust in God’s timing in the context of recovery?
  41. How do I balance my need for God’s grace with personal responsibility in recovery?
  42. How can reflecting on Christ’s sacrifice on the cross inspire me to overcome personal trials?
  43. What ways can I seek solace in the church community as I battle addiction?
  44. How does being transparent with others about my struggles help my recovery process?
  45. What wisdom can I find in Proverbs to help guide my daily choices away from addiction?
  46. How can I ensure that my actions reflect my desire to live according to God’s will?
  47. In what ways has my perspective on suffering and endurance changed through recovery?
  48. How can Christian fellowship strengthen me on difficult days?
  49. How does embracing vulnerability open opportunities for healing?
  50. What are practical steps I can take to apply Christian teachings in my recovery routine?
  51. How can I maintain a hopeful outlook even when progress seems slow?
  52. What does it mean to live a life that is pleasing to God post-addiction?
  53. How can I use my struggle as a testimony to God’s grace and mercy?
  54. What does the concept of renewal mean in both spiritual and practical terms for me?
  55. How does the church view addiction and what support can I expect from my faith community?
  56. What are the ways I can pray specifically for strength and resilience?
  57. How can understanding Christ’s temptations in the desert help me handle my own?
  58. How does Scripture encourage me to view setbacks and relapses?
  59. What are healthy Christian ways to celebrate victories, no matter how small?
  60. How can I discern God’s will when making decisions that impact my recovery?
  61. How do I use Christian teachings to manage stress that might lead to relapse?
  62. What are the ways I can cultivate self-control as a fruit of the Spirit in daily life?
  63. How can I be a light to others struggling with similar issues?
  64. What does the Bible teach about the power of the spoken word, and how can I use it to aid my recovery?
  65. How can the discipline of regular church attendance support my recovery process?
  66. How does my journey relate to the concept of ‘walking by faith, not by sight’?
  67. What does it mean to ‘renew my mind’ (Romans 12:2) in the context of overcoming addiction?
  68. How can Christian music and worship be a therapeutic tool in my recovery?
  69. What is the role of confession in healing and recovery according to the Bible?
  70. How does the community of saints inspire me to persist in my recovery journey?
  71. How do I handle feelings of shame and guilt in a constructive, Christian way?
  72. How can the example of Christian martyrs who endured suffering guide me?
  73. How can I ensure my daily routine includes significant spiritual nourishment?
  74. What role does faith play in the physical aspects of recovery?
  75. How can I reconcile feelings of doubt with my belief in God’s plan for me?
  76. What are the ways that Christian charity can aid in my own healing process?
  77. How can I implement forgiveness, both giving and receiving, as I rebuild relationships?
  78. What Christian resources (books, podcasts, sermons) have been helpful in my recovery and why?
  79. How can I maintain integrity in every area of my life during recovery?
  80. What are some ways to incorporate prayer into my recovery process effectively?
  81. How do I combat spiritual warfare that might arise during my recovery?
  82. What does it mean to have a ‘prayerful heart’ throughout the day?
  83. How can the promise of eternal life influence my perspective on current struggles?
  84. How does the concept of stewardship relate to managing my mental and emotional health?
  85. How do I find balance between self-care and service to others in my recovery?
  86. What does it mean to ‘count it all joy’ when facing trials, as James instructs?
  87. How can I use the example of Jesus’ compassion in my interactions with others?
  88. How can spiritual discipline improve my resilience against addiction?
  89. What are the dangers of idolatry in the form of addiction, and how can I avoid them?
  90. How can I ensure that my prayer life is rich and reflects my deepest needs?
  91. How does the community of faith act as a safety net during times of weakness?
  92. How can Christian art and literature inspire me during recovery?
  93. What is the importance of testimony in sharing my recovery story?
  94. How can I balance justice and mercy in how I treat myself and others?
  95. What does it mean to be a peacemaker in my own life during recovery?
  96. How can the lives of the apostles inspire me to overcome adversity?
  97. How can I better understand God’s love and compassion through my journey?
  98. What does it mean to pursue righteousness in everyday life, especially during recovery?
  99. How can the Sermon on the Mount guide my attitudes and actions each day?
  100. What role does hope play in continually renewing my commitment to a life free from addiction?
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2024.05.16 22:17 dopaminewellbeing Christian I Am Statements/Affirmations (Identity in Christ)

These “I am” statements can also be used as Daily Affirmations.
  1. I am fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14).
  2. I am a new creation in Christ; the old has gone, the new is here! (2 Corinthians 5:17).
  3. I am strong in the Lord and in his mighty power (Ephesians 6:10).
  4. I am more than a conqueror through Him who loves me (Romans 8:37).
  5. I am not given a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).
  6. I am God’s handiwork, created to do good works (Ephesians 2:10).
  7. I am set free in Christ (Galatians 5:1).
  8. I am healed by His wounds (1 Peter 2:24).
  9. I am the light of the world (Matthew 5:14).
  10. I am the salt of the earth (Matthew 5:13).
  11. I am chosen, holy, and dearly loved (Colossians 3:12).
  12. I am redeemed from the curse of sin (Galatians 3:13).
  13. I am hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3).
  14. I am a citizen of heaven (Philippians 3:20).
  15. I am free from condemnation (Romans 8:1).
  16. I am assured that all things work together for good (Romans 8:28).
  17. I am God’s temple (1 Corinthians 3:16).
  18. I am never forsaken (Hebrews 13:5).
  19. I am born of God, and the evil one cannot touch me (1 John 5:18).
  20. I am sealed with the promised Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13).
  21. I am the branch that bears fruit (John 15:5).
  22. I am a friend of Jesus (John 15:15).
  23. I am justified and redeemed (Romans 3:24).
  24. I am set free from the law of sin and death (Romans 8:2).
  25. I am chosen to bear fruit (John 15:16).
  26. I am firmly rooted, built up, and established in my faith (Colossians 2:7).
  27. I am built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ as the chief cornerstone (Ephesians 2:20).
  28. I am reconciled to God (2 Corinthians 5:18).
  29. I am united with other believers (John 17:20-23).
  30. I am a member of Christ’s body (1 Corinthians 12:27).
  31. I am a saint (Ephesians 1:1).
  32. I am hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3).
  33. I am anointed by God (2 Corinthians 1:21).
  34. I am a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19).
  35. I am chosen by God, precious and special (1 Peter 2:4).
  36. I am receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken (Hebrews 12:28).
  37. I am guarded by God’s peace (Philippians 4:7).
  38. I am confident that the good work that God has begun in me will be perfected (Philippians 1:6).
  39. I am a partaker of Christ’s promise (Ephesians 3:6).
  40. I am righteous and holy (Ephesians 4:24).
  41. I am a follower of Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1).
  42. I am the aroma of Christ to God (2 Corinthians 2:15).
  43. I am not moved by life’s difficulties because God supports me (Psalm 62:6).
  44. I am strengthened with all power according to His glorious might (Colossians 1:11).
  45. I am helped by God’s angels (Hebrews 1:14).
  46. I am secured because God holds my hand (Isaiah 41:13).
  47. I am victorious through Christ (1 Corinthians 15:57).
  48. I am joyfully giving thanks to the Father who qualifies me to share in the inheritance of the saints (Colossians 1:12).
  49. I am disciplined by God as His child (Hebrews 12:5-11).
  50. I am bearing the fruits of righteousness that come through Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:11).
  51. I am guided by the Spirit (Romans 8:14).
  52. I am not consumed by mental afflictions because my mind is renewed daily (Romans 12:2).
  53. I am called to eternal glory in Christ (1 Peter 5:10).
  54. I am the recipient of every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms (Ephesians 1:3).
  55. I am sheltered by God’s power (1 Peter 1:5).
  56. I am confident of God’s love for me (Romans 8:38-39).
  57. I am invited to approach God’s throne with confidence and boldness (Hebrews 4:16).
  58. I am receiving mercy for my failures and grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16).
  59. I am cleansed from my sins when I confess them (1 John 1:9).
  60. I am loved with an everlasting love (Jeremiah 31:3).
  61. I am guarded by God’s power through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time (1 Peter 1:5).
  62. I am not anxious about anything because I can bring all my requests to God (Philippians 4:6).
  63. I am given God’s glorious grace lavishly and without restriction (Ephesians 1:5-8).
  64. I am in the hand of Christ from which no one can snatch me away (John 10:28-29).
  65. I am engraved on the palms of God’s hands (Isaiah 49:16).
  66. I am the focus of God’s personal care and attention (Matthew 10:29-31).
  67. I am never abandoned by God (Deuteronomy 31:6).
  68. I am important to God (1 Peter 2:9).
  69. I am sheltered and safe in God’s presence (Psalm 91:1).
  70. I am confident of this, that God who began a good work in me will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus (Philippians 1:6).
  71. I am one of God’s living stones, being built up in Christ as a spiritual house (1 Peter 2:5).
  72. I am rooted and established in love (Ephesians 3:17).
  73. I am called out of darkness into His marvelous light (1 Peter 2:9).
  74. I am God’s child for I am born again of the incorruptible seed of the Word of God which lives and abides forever (1 Peter 1:23).
  75. I am God’s workmanship, created in Christ unto good works (Ephesians 2:10).
  76. I am a partaker of His divine nature (2 Peter 1:4).
  77. I am called to be a kingdom and priests to serve God (Revelation 1:6).
  78. I am the temple of the Holy Spirit; I am not my own (1 Corinthians 6:19).
  79. I am forgiven of all my sins and washed in the Blood (Ephesians 1:7).
  80. I am delivered from the power of darkness and translated into God’s kingdom (Colossians 1:13).
  81. I am redeemed from the curse of the Law (Galatians 3:13).
  82. I am firmly rooted, built up, established in my faith and overflowing with gratitude (Colossians 2:7).
  83. I am called to fellowship with Jesus Christ our Lord (1 Corinthians 1:9).
  84. I am a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation (1 Peter 2:9).
  85. I am the righteousness of God in Jesus Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21).
  86. I am created in His image (Genesis 1:26-27).
  87. I am not the great “I am” (Exodus 3:14; John 8:24,28,58), but by the grace of God, I am what I am (1 Corinthians 15:10).
  88. I am God’s sheep, hearing and following His voice (John 10:27).
  89. I am being transformed into His image (2 Corinthians 3:18).
  90. I am called to be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:9).
  91. I am a disciple because I have love for others (John 13:34-35).
  92. I am the righteousness of God in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21).
  93. I am a child of light and not of darkness (1 Thessalonians 5:5).
  94. I am chosen to be fruitful (John 15:16).
  95. I am alive with Christ (Ephesians 2:5).
  96. I am free from any charge against me (Romans 8:31-34).
  97. I am a minister of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:17-20).
  98. I am God’s coworker (2 Corinthians 6:1).
  99. I am seated in heavenly places with Christ (Ephesians 2:6).
  100. I am saved by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8).
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2024.05.16 22:11 tonymontaana Looking for scrambler-esque bike for taller rider under 10k

Ive found a handful that sort of meet my desires in a bike but wanted some outside takes. I'm 6'4" approx. 215lbs and love the look of cruisers and scramblers. This would be my first bike so I don't need or want anything too powerful, but I do want something powerful enough to easily cruise and pass at highway speeds.
I'm also looking for something at least slightly off road capable. Not planning on taking it down mud trails, but something just a bit more intense than a fire or gravel road.
I was looking at the desert sled but it was a bit out of my price range. Is there anything out there that is similarly stylish that would not be quite as capable, but would have a similar spirit?
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