Please folks...

Daph's post was a bit of a kicker to us. I felt it and can see that others did to. As LDS. most of us try hard to be good, kind and understanding of others. So much so that we can't see that maybe we are failing a little bit in that area. In fact, we try so hard that we are shocked at the idea that maybe we did not shore up someone who needed us. We get a little complacent, maybe. Well, here was a sister who let us know that she needs us and we haven't been there. If there is one, maybe we are letting others down as well and aren't even aware of it. We should not take offense, she was just airing her feelings. Isn't that what we are here for? The good as well as the bad? There are many who haven't posted in a long time, who were regulars, like Alphie, and I wondered about her but did not ask once where she was. Every now and then someone will ask for someone but not often. I see many posts that are not answered. Let's take Daphs post and learn from it and not take great offense. I am not good with words and hope I have not offended anyone. I don't know if I got the message I wanted to across. I hope some of it anyway. We all want to be Christlike and what would he have said to the post? I feel sure he would want us to learn what we need from it and let the rest go. And LOVE each other showing Christlike charity. Boy, this was work and I need to go rest! lol Grins, Kaye

Kaye, I'm guilty of not reading this board everyday and on occassion not responding as promptly or at all. I guess this is something I need to repent of. I didn't fully realize how much some people rely on this board for strength and support. I, for one, will try to work a little harder and do a little better job. Much of what I do in the way of prayers and support is in secret and private. I don't always let the fact be known that they are in my prayers. I pray for our prophet every day but I've never told Him that I pray for him each day. I also pray for our bishop and his counselors each day but I've never told them that I pray for them each day. I guess what I'm trying to say is have faith that your pleas are not only reaching our ears but also the ears of our Heavenly Father. Melody

Thank you for reminding us to stop and prayer and smell the roses, and give someone a little help when they ask for a prayer, we all know there power in numbers, thanks again, Kaye

I may get kicked in the gut for this, but I went back to the orignal post. A REQUEST for prayer. I didn't see it as the beginning of a discussion. I'm sorry Daph that you were hurt by the lack of responses. This type of communication does not lend itself to the advantage of reading one's body language and seeing that someone wants more as in the form of consoling or discussion. I went back and read the post and I know I read that as totally just a request. Might I suggest that we not be expected to read a person's mind and if we want responses...that we state it. It would make nuiances obsolete and then no one has to feel guilt for something they don't do when not reading between electronic lines. I don't think its fair to expect that from people. Now if it was soliciated and you got no response....I could see being slighted. I have posted things in the past and no responses. I just felt that perhaps though important to me....no one related to it and it dropped. I don't place that obligation on others. If I need something addressed then I'll state it....or just seek response somewhere else. Please don't be offended, but realistic about your expectations. Okay....you can kick me now. I can take it. Christy Christy

Kaye, Me thinks you are GREAT with words! .......It sounds like some of you are old friends at this site. I"m a newbie really though I am 3+ years out from surgery and honestly can not commit to being around here consistently. I am very involved in my local WLS community and of course with my family, ward and job (music teacher and Bariatric assistant for a WL surgeon).... So, is it alright to just pop in from time to time or will that rock the boats here? Just wondering....... BTW....Anyone going to Women's Coference? See you up there? Joyce in az