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You know, I don't know where to begin....people are just people and we are all learning at different levels and growth periods in our life...but I have been amazed and dissapointed at the comments left on some of my blogs...I wrestled with saying anything...for it is only a few apples who can spoil the whole barrel.... In my heart and thoughts I am wondering immediately...how can someone say something so crass and uncaring in the midst of someone being down already...why kick them while they are already down...I am thankful only by God that I am a strong Christian and have been in ministry for 17 years otherwise I would have thrown in the towel during this recent walk in my life, what if I was a Christian that had been walking only a few years in this walk...what if I was a new Christian. Just to be blunt....Would Jesus start throwing stones? What if I had sinned...could I be honest on here and share that I made a mistake....that I am still growing in an area....I am thankful that the assault in my life was not my fault....sometimes things just happen in life.....
I had one lady write me privately and say something to the effect of I am doing a awesome job because I have satan so angry with me.....she knows me and has read my testimony and was not judgemental towards me....I wept at her message....in her simple statement, she showed me the love and care of Jesus.....
I am sure you as readers are tired of hearing about the repeated battles in my life....for those of you who know me, you know NOTHING I write is about me...it is to only glorify Jesus in all that I do...I would like to stop writing about the repeated offenses, but then I am reminded of the book of Job...my pastor said that was what my life was like...I've been a job all my life....try walking it for this many years.....and the furnace was turned up over the past 6 years...moment-by-moment the heat has increased.....moment-by-moment Jesus has been faithful! That is what this walk is about!!! I pray for the handful of those who kick when someone is already being kicked....may the love of Jesus wrap itself around them. For words bring life or death. Being blunt, dumping our feelings, judgements, our past...or this is the way you need to do it, only hurts others. In trying to teach even we can hurt others. We must exemplify the greatest of these which is love.....you will model Jesus to someone in all you do and say...may we do it in a caring, loving way.
13:2 And if I have `the gift of' prophecy, and know all mysteries and all knowledge; and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing.
Whats cool about this walk...I cant wait to say we are safe and it is over and it was completely, only by the glory of God!!!
40:1 I waited patiently for Jehovah; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. 40:2 He brought me up also out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay; And he set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. 40:3 And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: Many shall see it, and fear, And shall trust in Jehovah. 40:4Blessed is the man that maketh Jehovah his trust, And respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies. 40:5 Many, O Jehovah my God, are the wonderful works which thou hast done, And thy thoughts which are to us-ward; They cannot be set in order unto thee; If I would declare and speak of them, They are more than can be numbered. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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C- girl - neat thing about the internet -- if you dont' want to read something - you don't have to! I don't feel sorry for them - If they don't want to hear about it - just don't! simple. Thank God He doesn't cut us off -- and say - sick of you! Bye! This season WILL pass entirely-- xoxoxoxoxoxo A lesson I learned -NOT everyone will like you - care about you or will you be able to please everyone -- oh well -- sey la vie! I don't like it when people don't like me - but that happens sometimes. Thanks for making our Sugar and Valarie so happy! xoxoxoxoxoxox- a little more! |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Sweet Lady No we are not tired of your struggles. It gives us all hope in our own.
This is excactly what I needed to here today. I don't know if the interview went good or bad. She was HR... and kinda asked some questions that made me go hmmm that isn't accounting. So I just have to keep pressing on. I am soooo tired of unemployment. I need to work to keep busy and my mind off all my crap too. But I suppose God has something else in mind so I will like you just keep pressing on for the good fight.
No don't stop, you give us all so much hope. We all love you so very much
Muah
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| July 22, 2008 |
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I love what Mrs W has to say.. Like AA take what you need and leave the rest if they didn't like it theyll be back or continue to go through their own struggles too.
You make me happy too.
Love ya Lady |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Nice post- is it not neat that all of us are just sinners saved by grace? :0) |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Keep pressing...Jesus carried His cross all the way to the goal...Calvary and for the glory of God! |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high [places].
Our battle is spiritual! You are a wonderful witness for Christ. He is merciful and gracious toward us. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| As someone once said to me. Have the skin of a rhino, but a heart that is tender towards God. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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what assualt? are you talking about?
just curious.
sorry.
That is one strong & powerful message.
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Cheryl, we are not always going to hear things that we like and some things can be misunderstood. I tend to be direct to the extent that people often misinterpret what I write. I watched my mother get beat down for many years while my brothers and I were literally tortured. This wreaked havoc on my family, One of my brothers died a career criminal of AIDS in a Florida prison and my other brother is in prison now for killing his girlfriend. I'm the only one in my family serving Christ and I'm an outcast to my sisters. If I offended you in any way I ask your forgiveness but I'm usually spontaneous so this is just the way I normally relate to people. I thank God for people that have been honest enough with me even though I may not have liked it at the time. Sometimes God may even seem harsh but he knows what he's doing. God bless you |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Cheryl honey we overcome by the Blood of the Lamb and by the word of our testimony...Keep em coming...keep em coming. We are the Body of Christ, and we are here to pray and encourage one another ;o)
Love ya,
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| July 22, 2008 |
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From YOU I have been blessed,
From YOU I have grown,
From YOU I understand on a deeper level this thing called Faith
From YOU I see JESUS!
From YOU I see LOVE
I pity the person who doesn't see YOU. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Chess You are loved, Go girl cause we have a party to attend very soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Valarie said it best. We all love you How many people can have almost 1300 friends. You are soooooo loved. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Cheryl I never get tire of hearing something over again, I hear you, I see what God doing and you have been blessed and many more to come.You are growing.You got a great family here on MC, I agree with Mrs W and Val .If you fall we are here to lift you up, pray, we are your shoulder when you need a good cry. Stand strong friend and know you are very much loved..Greatest of all The Lord Love you the most..
Blessing |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Please please please dont stop sharing your struggles. I have learned so much from how God brings you through them. I love your blogs and the honesty in them. I still remember the first blod of yours I read, it was called "Going to Hell for 1.99" or somthing like that. I made my entire family read it. And as far as the assault..I'm sure you are unaware but my daughter was assaulted and we are currently dealing with the legal ramifications of that. Your blogs helped her see that its not the end of the world, she is not alone, and God is there. And even though we have never met you are a wonderful blessing to our household. God bless you Cheryl, and we love you. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Cheryl
I love you and am praying for you. We serve a MIGHTY God. Never forget that. The only WORD that matters in any of our lives is the WORD of God. Mans words can sometimes hurt, but Gods words ALWAYS edify and heal. Love You Laurie Anne |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Cher - you are a tremendous blessing to many here. Of course there are some who are not yielded to God for his purposes, but serve only there own, and they can bring us all down (I've had my share too!!). But let the voice of the majority carry you, your words and heart are always appreciated! |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| You are a testimony....Thank you for sharing part of you with us....It's encouraging. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| We are hurt in relationship and also healed in relationship. Your words have brought me healing and hope, God bless you and prosper you in your faith, health, relationships and finances, and increase your territory in Jesus mighty name. We wrestle not against flesh and blood, but just remember the adversary doesn't have the sword WE DO, so keep pounding those gates of hell sister, we are victorious and MORE THAN CONQUERERS. God bless you, and the pictures you posted reflect His glory and beauty so know this. JT |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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YOU ARE A HUGE BLESSING, PLEASE CONTINUE TO SHARE EVERYTHING WITH US. I HAVE FOUND SO MUCH SUPPORT HERE AND HAVE GAINED SO MUCH THROUGH WATCHING OTHERS GO THROUGH THINGS AND TO HEAR HOW THE LORD WORKS EVERYTHING OUT.  |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Cheryl, please don't stop sharing your struggles.. this is one of the problems we face in our physical churches on Sunday that everyone just puts on their happy face and pretends everything is fine and life is perfect. This is supposed to be the forum where we can share our struggles and encourage each other. Where we can take some time to be real with others and ourselves. I know how much I need that and I'm sure I'm not the only one. I am often encouraged by what you share and hope you won't let the weakness and pettiness of a few destroy the good you are doing and that God wants to continue to do through you. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Sister I love you and your blogs I always learn something even when it's just to lighting our hearts with laughter.You have became a window for us to see through you to see Jesus!!!
Amen,
Bro. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Wow, you guys are a blessing...the true heart of Jesus! xoxo |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Cheryl, I enjoy your blogs, don't be discouraged! I guess there are times our lives seem almost like soap operas, my friend told me the other night that there is always something going on with me. Lol, there usually is! I'm sorry things have been so bad for you and I keep you in my prayers. We are made stronger in our trials, God has great blessings in store for you. Keep your chin up! luv ya |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| I remember hearing that the church is the only hospital where we shoot our wounded. I'm sorry for your pain. Those that throw stones at you Cheryl would drop dead at the sight of Jesus as He walked past them to hold you in His arms. Thank you for your testimony and may God continue to bless you. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Sis, in no way are you going to stop sharing......why? Because I need you!!!!! Anyone who's comments are negative are clueless, to put it bluntly. And besides the encouragement, the love, the spirit of God in you, the blessing that you are to me, the conviction that you sometimes deal me....well, you bless this one lady from Arkansas....so if 50 people comment negatively....God is smiling because of the one you blessed :) |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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Cheryl my friend, the more negative a writer is, the nicer you become, foolishness can't do
what it is design to do, unless you fuel the fire. My mother use to say kill you enemies with
kindness. Though this is a christian website, some devils will slip through, it called being a
wolf in sheep clothing. But most of all, remember the reward is in loving those that despises
you. If God be for you who can be against you. Other than satan...!
5:46 For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same?
5:44 But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Love ya my friend. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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When you share you give glory & honor to our God, that is your testimony, and for those few yes do pray for those who hurt you, but also remeber our God knows all, cleans your self from all evil words spoken over you & give those few to God He did say revenge is His. I love you & I know you have the support & love of a lot of us. Your testimony helps othersknow that there is a healing and caring God so you just keep on giving updates because I want to know how your doing.
LOVE U Sis |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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You are a sweetie and it pains me to see such a kind and loving person struggle so. All these things come upon you for a reason. Some is by your own doing, some is because of others doing, and yet some are just plain part of growing in grace. We all make mistakes and there are always some that like to harp on them and point them out to you. I suppose it makes them feel better about themselves if they can put someone else down. You also have to keep in mind that the spirit of the Pharisee is alive and well in Christian circles and the self-righteous always want to set themselves up as better at the same time condeming those that fall short of their standards. Keep in mind Cheryl that this is all just a journey and those of us who read your stories follow that journey and it encourages us and reminds of things we are going through or have gone through or will be going through ahttp://www.mychurch.org/blog/214672/MyChurch-Advicend what God has done for you He can do for us. I would not worry about the naysayers. Geesh look you have over 2,000 stars and 100 readers. What does that tell you? That you have many more for you than against you. You are blessing to many and those are the ones you need to focus on. I wrote a blog a while back and I think it bears repeating so I will post the link, but be careful with what you share and how open you are as some will use your transparency against you. I am proud of you, keep on walking witht the Lord. He is faithful!
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| Dear sister in Jesus, it sounds like you have been given a hard row to hoe, or I could say your life has been one trial after the other. I pray for Jesus to step in and give you a blessing of peace and a good man in your life. |
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| July 22, 2008 |
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| What a blessing |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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Your testimony continues to empower me and bless me. Be encouraged my sister. I loved what Becky said: "It gives us all hope in our own" So, so true!!
Keep pressing,
Rev. Starr |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| We grow during the struggles that we endure and you are truly growing. We are instructed to pray with those who need prayer and weep with those who weep and rejoice with those who rejoice. That is what Christian Brothers and Sisters are for. We support each other. Your a blessing for all of us.
Keep up the wonderful work for the Lord and don't pay attention to satan and his attempt to silence you. You are so much better than that.
We all love you so very much. I have been free for a week and I feel like I have known you all forever. You are a leader in all of that. Thank you for your service to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!
Your Brother in Christ,
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| One, or two bad grapes don't spoil the whole bunch....You are still connected to the true Vine, and the bad grapes are getting picked off. Through it all, you give praise to God, and many only wish they had your testimony... |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| 'Why so downcast oh, my soul...' Chin up, you are one very, very special walking, living, breathing, beautiful Saint...and your testimonies of grace and mercy and His amazing love bring strength to many and hope to those who may also be facing what appear to be insurmountable odds. Keep going! |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| God's timing is awesome. He always works it out just right. We grow through these experiences in our lives. I have been through something in the last 1 1/2 years, but he was there the whole way. I am believing that within the next month I am going to writing "IT IS FINISHED." The message God has provided lately it is finished. I even have a van sitting near my house for sale with those very same words painting on the side in red. The words in red in the bible are the ones Jesus said. It was finished before it began. When you feel that you are about to faint tie a knot in your rope and hang on. Your blessing is right around the corner. Tell God hey I am down here hanging at the end of this rope and I need your strength God. My strength would not get me through the day. |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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Cheryl, I only have to say I love you and am encouraged by your life and how strong you are in Christ. Keep sharing!!! ~Robin |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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Cheryl,
Don't stop sharing - I love this website for the very reason these people are complaining about! I enjoy reading about everyone's struggles (and of course joys) because it shows me that we are all the same! The enemy tries to tell me that I can not come through what I am dealing with, but when I read others' struggles, I know I am not alone in dealing with difficult circumstances! Keep sharing!
Carol |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| What a blessing you guys are... |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| Awesome! |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| Dear Cheryl, You are never more than a heart beat away from a prayer from me. Bless you this day, along with your daughter. |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| Hey man, I'm new on here, but I totally understand how u feel about going through trials and tribulations. But I've come to realiaze that God doesn't give you anything you can't handle so I think God might be allowing this but he surely doesn't want u to suffer i'm sure. If u could pray for me also I'm going through some tough times myself adjusting to this totally clean life I'm trying to live. Free from drugs and addictions. God won't leave you out in the cold so just stick it out and I will too. |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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This reminds me of a conversation I had with one of my close friends several months ago. Her husband died unexpectedly -- and for the first month or so, people were kind, loving and thoughtful. By about the third month she started hearing, "You'll find someone else someday." (This was especially hurtful because she'd known her husband since she was a young teen, he'd seen her through the loss of many family members, the births of their children, and a multitude of other life events that bonded them deeply. To even consider there might be anyone who could measure up against that is unbelievable!) By about the 6th month of her mourning, people began to avoid her. Someone finally blurted out to her that they were tired of watching her hurt. (Sorry to inconvenience you there! Grrrr!) It's been two years now, and she's seen several "friends" and family members disappear out of her life. Isn't that sad? Those people, who started off on the right foot, got weary in their well-doing. I understand that sometimes it can wear a person out if they are the sole support for a hurting individual -- but that is definitely not the problem here, is it? We have a very supportive group. Yes, sometimes we may need to step back a bit, but our prayerful concern should continue. MyChurch is a very good way to practice those skills. And, Ms. Cheryl, we couldn't practice them without people like YOU who are willing to take the risk to be transparent! BLESS YOU for being so courageous! |
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| July 23, 2008 |
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| Thank you |
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