jeffpugh Posted April 12, 2010 Share Posted April 12, 2010 [quote name='Slappo' date='12 April 2010 - 01:33 AM' timestamp='1271050401' post='2091411'] When we pray to the saints we do not pray to strangers, but to friends. [/quote] Indeed. If they can't accept this, is this truly a "Catholic" group to spend time with? Besides, you're stuck still, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totus Tuus Posted April 12, 2010 Share Posted April 12, 2010 [quote name='Ora et Labora' date='11 April 2010 - 08:27 PM' timestamp='1271032032' post='2091221'] Mhm!!! Thanks for the advise, I agree! I'm having a hard time finishing the application. Inspiration for the short essay questions is not coming to me. There are questions like 1) How has your relationship with God changed you? This one SHOULD be easy, but when you think about it, you could write a BOOK on that! Another is 2) Name someone you know that is not a family member that has inspired you and elaborate. I can't think of anyone. I don't know why, but these questions are giving me mental blocks! (Love you too, sis!) [/quote] What about Juan?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ora et Labora Posted April 13, 2010 Author Share Posted April 13, 2010 [quote name='Slappo' date='12 April 2010 - 01:33 AM' timestamp='1271050401' post='2091411'] When we pray to the saints we do not pray to strangers, but to friends. [/quote] I know this. [quote name='Sacred Music Man' date='12 April 2010 - 02:13 AM' timestamp='1271052823' post='2091418'] Indeed. If they can't accept this, is this truly a "Catholic" group to spend time with? Besides, you're stuck still, right? [/quote] I just don't think that's what they WANT, even though I'm SURE they'd agree with you! [quote name='Totus Tuus' date='12 April 2010 - 07:45 AM' timestamp='1271072737' post='2091446'] What about Juan?? [/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totus Tuus Posted April 13, 2010 Share Posted April 13, 2010 [quote name='Ora et Labora' date='13 April 2010 - 12:27 PM' timestamp='1271176052' post='2092483'] [/quote] That's what I thought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffpugh Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 [quote name='Ora et Labora' date='13 April 2010 - 12:27 PM' timestamp='1271176052' post='2092483'] I know this. I just don't think that's what they WANT, even though I'm SURE they'd agree with you! [/quote] Well, give 'em what they want, eh? [quote name='Totus Tuus' date='13 April 2010 - 12:54 PM' timestamp='1271177648' post='2092502'] That's what I thought [/quote] I 'spose this is an inside thing... *steps back* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totus Tuus Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 [quote name='Sacred Music Man' date='14 April 2010 - 12:56 AM' timestamp='1271221007' post='2093023'] 'spose this is an inside thing... *steps back* [/quote] Haha, Juan is my best friend's (since I was 7) little brother. He is in his second year of NET Australia. Kristina and Juan were forced to grow up together and see each other ALL THE TIME because of his sister and I, plus we were all four homeschooled together by our moms. Juan thought he was a dinosaur when he was little. That, and many other things, made my sister sort of repulsed by him, which she swears endures to this day, but really it's not true... they're friends now whether they admit it or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thy Geekdom Come Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 [quote name='Resurrexi' date='11 April 2010 - 04:22 PM' timestamp='1271017348' post='2091069'] I was coerced into attending a NET retreat for school. [/quote] May I ask why you so often have to say everything in a negative tone? I mean, couldn't you have said, "I went to a NET retreat once and wasn't a big fan. I think they could make improvements in..." Instead, you come across as holier-than-thou directly addressing someone who is looking to join NET. Despite the problems you may have had with them, you can't assume that the intention is bad or anything like that. You had a chance to tell a person joining NET what things they might be able to improve, but instead you made yourself sound like a jerk. Who wants to take recommendations for improvement from a jerk? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilde Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totus Tuus Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 [quote name='Raphael' date='14 April 2010 - 10:12 AM' timestamp='1271254351' post='2093178'] May I ask why you so often have to say everything in a negative tone? I mean, couldn't you have said, "I went to a NET retreat once and wasn't a big fan. I think they could make improvements in..." Instead, you come across as holier-than-thou directly addressing someone who is looking to join NET. Despite the problems you may have had with them, you can't assume that the intention is bad or anything like that. You had a chance to tell a person joining NET what things they might be able to improve, but instead you made yourself sound like a jerk. Who wants to take recommendations for improvement from a jerk? [/quote] I am glad you were able to articulate this so clearly. I have been wanting to for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffpugh Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 [quote name='Totus Tuus' date='14 April 2010 - 09:47 AM' timestamp='1271252863' post='2093172'] Haha, Juan is my best friend's (since I was 7) little brother. He is in his second year of NET Australia. Kristina and Juan were forced to grow up together and see each other ALL THE TIME because of his sister and I, plus we were all four homeschooled together by our moms. Juan thought he was a dinosaur when he was little. That, and many other things, made my sister sort of repulsed by him, which she swears endures to this day, but really it's not true... they're friends now whether they admit it or not. [/quote] Nice of you to spill the goods so liberally Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totus Tuus Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 [quote name='Sacred Music Man' date='14 April 2010 - 12:15 PM' timestamp='1271261758' post='2093251'] Nice of you to spill the goods so liberally [/quote] Haha, Juan is one of my favorite topics... if you knew him, you'd understand!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laudate_Dominum Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 I was not coerced into attending a NET retreat for school. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laudate_Dominum Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 [quote name='Ora et Labora' date='11 April 2010 - 02:50 PM' timestamp='1271011805' post='2091018'] I am in the process of applying for NET USA right now. Hopefully I can mail the application in tomorrow!! Prayers would be appreciated as this is a big step for me. It's been a hard decision to make since I'm in school. But I'm having to re-think my Major right now, and my concentration process for school is very low this semester. I have no idea why!!! I've been praying about NET for a while now, and if I'm accepted I believe it will be a good experience. [/quote] That's pretty cool. [i][big pray emote][/i] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffpugh Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 [quote name='Laudate_Dominum' date='14 April 2010 - 12:25 PM' timestamp='1271262334' post='2093255'] I was not coerced into attending a NET retreat for school. [/quote] You too? I missed out. I just had to hang out with NETters at one point. Crazy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nihil Obstat Posted April 14, 2010 Share Posted April 14, 2010 Strictly speaking, I don't know what NET is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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