Latest Book or Article you read and what did you think?

[MoBeans]

The novel 11/22/63 by Stephen King. If you ever feel nostalgic for life in the 1960s then this story about a time traveler who attempts to prevent the assassination of US President John F. Kennedy in 1963 is the book for you. It paints a vivid picture of life in those days. The novel required so much research to accurately portray the late 1950s and early 1960s King commented on it saying "I've never tried to write anything like this before. It was really strange at first, like breaking in a new pair of shoes." I have read it a couple times.

 

[rbtvgo]

I don't know but there are lots of things to discover about oneself through sitting and being quiet. Also, seriously, just how important is the shop to you? You may be more ready to quit the rat race than you think.

I carried a pager for over 20 yrs. When I finally retired from medicine I was soooo happy to return it to the squad. From that point forward I contended that my life was all mine. Even tho it sounds selfish, every day I wake and tell myself "It's all about me."

Unless you already know what it is you'd be doing, then take some time to discover how you got where you are and was where you are in your dreams at any time??

I have always worked. Had the beeper, had the cell phone. Retired in 2003 and in less than 3 weeks I was at a loss. Got hired as a contractor doing the same thing, in 2004 and now it is 2025 and I am still working. Never thought of me. Don't know that I want to think of me. I am what I am. Now I am tired and there is no place to rest. If I do, I am afraid that I will not wake up again. Crazy thinking obviously, but it is where I am at. I am really putting it all out there in this post. If you don't understand, don't comment, please. If you do, I welcome your perspective.

 

[Paco Dennis]

I have always worked. Had the beeper, had the cell phone. Retired in 2003 and in less than 3 weeks I was at a loss. Got hired as a contractor doing the same thing, in 2004 and now it is 2025 and I am still working. Never thought of me. Don't know that I want to think of me. I am what I am. Now I am tired and there is no place to rest. If I do, I am afraid that I will not wake up again. Crazy thinking obviously, but it is where I am at. I am really putting it all out there in this post. If you don't understand, don't comment, please. If you do, I welcome your perspective.

You have told us all how to know God, and if we would talk to him he will listen. This is time for you to practice what you tell others. I sincerely hope you get the guidance you need.

 

[dusty]

Your thoughts are not crazy at all, in fact they are normal. You're just afraid of change. The way you are living now makes you fell safe, secure. This is what you know. Tell me what your passion is; for me it was/is animals. When I quit the squad I still volunteered at the shelter. You have something inside that you either used to care deeply about or still do. Dig down and touch that old feeling. See if it still makes you want it.

You are not a shell of a person. Inside there is something you are afraid of trying for some reason. For clarity, try writing your feelings on a notepad, ramdomly and then read them the next day...and in doing these things and in other ways you will find yourself.

 

[rbtvgo]

You have told us all how to know God, and if we would talk to him he will listen. This is time for you to practice what you tell others. I sincerely hope you get the guidance you need.

I tried writing last night but ran out of energy, sorry long day. To answer you is rather complex. I have known he was there for a long time and always felt the comfort of his presence. When I pray or talk to him it is not always a comfort. He will remind me of my actions. He will rebuke me with scripture quotes to look at. Most times I am at a loss. Is this me talking to myself?? But then I look up the scripture and realize that I would never have remembered what I am reading. Does he always answer....no.

When he does, the thoughts coming to me require me to think. God does not talk to me directly if that's a question in your mind. But he is there and he never leaves me wanting. Does he watch over me? yes. Does he make things go right when I never expected it? yes. Does he castigate me? yes. Does he love me, yes. Why, i don't know. Do I deserve death for my sins, yes. Yet, I remain here. I can only assume he has a purpose for me and when that is completed he will take me home. I really can't explain the connection, other then no one will ever convince me otherwise. God is there. Really want to know? Then reach out.

I practice what I tell others but realize that very few will get it or reach out and search. I'm not trying to save you or anyone else, Not preaching, not spreading the gospel, not looking to gather awards from God for my efforts. Works get you nothing. Just speaking from my heart. I feel strong in my convictions and I suppose that comes across like all the others you have heard before. I can assure you, that in my case, it is simply a desire to offer some avenue of hope. You have to travel it, you have to listen, you have to consider what you hear. Take it and consider or walk away.
bob