Popular Post Bill “Papa” Lee Posted March 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted March 29, 2018 A few weeks back, maybe less. I had mentioned in a thread, that when I changed my screen name from, "PA PA", to "Bill "Papa" Lee", I had lost a few thousand rep points I once had. Because of this I had to start again, and predicted that I may never reach even 1,000 again. I felt that I might never get to that number due to so many health issues, and due to the fact that I seem to be in the early stages of Dementia, just as my mother and Grandmother, It is a progressive disorder where during the evenings or late evenings that fatigue, can cause problems with memory, and other functions. I have noticed that many threads I attempt at night, I wake up the next morning so embarrassed, either erasing entire threads, or trying to do rewrites. Sometimes I will get my wife to read my posts, and she will let me know if I should not post and all, or attempt to correct may copious errors. Some of my issues could also be my many medications, because too high, or too low blood sugar can make me appear a babbling fool. (No jokes now, well OK, it you can't laugh at yourself, who can you laugh at), and incorrect bloodsugers, can make someone seem drunk...the one drug I don't use. Either way, an Angel of Mercy, has given me back 2,000 of my lost points. So, someone loves Papa, and I wish to thank that Angel, or Mod, or kind stranger who made it happen. It did my heart good, that someone cared enough to take the time, So God bless whoever. It is almost 11:00PM here, so my loving wife is helping, before I hit the post button. I have made so many great friends here over my 11 years, and this may sound silly, but I love them all. I also pray that this love and concern comes through in my threads, posts, or replies. I have never set out to hurt or harm anyone, not violate the rules, but when I was told I did, I accepted my punishment, and despite some telling to just create another account, I could not do it. As doing such, is just not in my nature. I did angrily make a post once, but erased it the next day, and was ashamed that some read it. I went way another board on an anti-Mormon site once, and despite the many years that have passed, I am still ashamed. On another anti-Mormon site, I found it almost impossible to be nice, so I just unplugged. This is not meant to be just a personal thread or an confession, or an attempt to makes mysel feel superior, as this thread is pointing out my flaws, and I giving thanks to all here, including the Mod team. They have a very difficult responsibility, that I will not, or hope that I ever make it harder. So, for those who respect and love me as well, let me know, it is so hard as my doubts grow almost daily, I could use a shot in the arm, so to speak. OK all, I am through, unless I newer replies. Otherwise, have a great evening, and on this day, I hope my remakes find you all both blessed, and well. And that they do not appear, the ramblings of any only man, also as I hope that my eight years in the Army (carrying a sidearm for my up entire adult career, because within 3 mounts, was a Police Officer, I carried a service weapon for 31+ years. My oath to protect, and defended the .Constitution, is is still in force, from my first oath in 1996 when, and each time, each year, that I wa sworn in as a Police Office. Oaths that I took very, very, very seriousl, to protect anyone and condition, or political beliefs. My job, was to protect, everyone. Nuff said... angain, thank you for your compassion, your Brot 8 Link to comment
Calm Posted March 29, 2018 Share Posted March 29, 2018 You are a good guy, Papa...you deserve it. 2 Link to comment
randy Posted March 29, 2018 Share Posted March 29, 2018 Bro. Lee, I want you to know from this old guy in Indep. Mo...that over these years I have always enjoyed your input and thoughts on things...and have come to admire you very much. I may not post much, but I read ALOT! haha Just wanted you to know! Randy 2 Link to comment
Jeanne Posted March 29, 2018 Share Posted March 29, 2018 12 hours ago, Calm said: You are a good guy, Papa...you deserve it. I am a good lady...give me some points...and cake that I don't have to bake myself!! 1 Link to comment
Guest Posted March 29, 2018 Share Posted March 29, 2018 18 hours ago, Calm said: You are a good guy, Papa...you deserve it. Wow, even with help, I have still found errors. Don't know about you, but it is very embarrassing. Link to comment
The Nehor Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 Another Three Nephites story! 1 Link to comment
Calm Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 (edited) 5 hours ago, Bill "Papa" Lee said: Wow, even with help, I have still found errors. Don't know about you, but it is very embarrassing. That is what editing is for. I may work on a long post for months if for some reason someone pops an old thread up again. I find it very embarrassing as well. My errors, not yours. Unless I have a hard time reading something---which I don't think has happened with you---errors of others are instantly forgotten. Try not to let them bother you. Edited March 30, 2018 by Calm 2 Link to comment
Guest Posted March 30, 2018 Share Posted March 30, 2018 13 hours ago, Calm said: That is what editing is for. I may work on a long post for months if for some reason someone pops an old thread up again. I find it very embarrassing as well. My errors, not yours. Unless I have a hard time reading something---which I don't think has happened with you---errors of others are instantly forgotten. Try not to let them bother you. Thank you, you are always the voice of "Calm" and reasoning. It would seem to me your error in changing your screen name, was no error at all, as I stated before, you are the voice of "Calm" on our beloved website. Thank you for you advice here and in every thread. God bless you my sister. Papa 1 Link to comment
Meerkat Posted March 31, 2018 Share Posted March 31, 2018 (edited) Papa, thanks for your comments here, particularly with regard to making mistakes, giving offense, saying things we later regret, etc. I also sympathize with the dementia issue. Isn't Mormon Dialogue great? As a relative newcomer, I believe most on this board have the same attitude as you, and think the best of people. They give us a chance to practice and improve our communication skills. It is actually mentally freeing to be able to consider the diverse opinions of the people here. It's an opportunity to learn and practice charity. Sometimes I don't do too well with it and in my knee jerk reactions offend even myself. I don't like it when that happens. But hey, it happens. You know, Papa, on that forgiving ourselves topic, the other day I was thinking about the Golden Rule-- "Do unto others as ye would have them do unto you." That's like a math equation. It equals doing unto ourselves as we do unto others. I can tell you are very gentle with others. It's not so easy to be equally gentle with ourselves, is it? But I believe it's important. Such "self care" gives us ability to learn, understand and be an influence for good rather than disabled by our own failings, misperceptions or fears. Some of my opinions have even changed, which is surprising to me. I find myself moderating over time. Part of our education here is to learn how to think. I'm finding here, that includes learning how to talk about topics that were once taboo. I think we can talk about just about anything, if we are careful and thoughtful. Now, on the dementia issue, it runs in my family on my Mother's side. When my memory was about two years into failing, I researched and tried a few supplements. (Sounds like you may be further down that road than me.) I found one natural supplement that works for me. It is also found in prescription medication for dementia. It is called "Huperzine A." I take it once every two or three days, depending on how I am feeling. I took it every day for awhile (one tablet,) but found more is not always better. Now, for me, once every two or three days works best. It has made a real difference with names and other issues where memories were falling off the plate all the time. Much better over the past two or three years. It may not be the thing for you if you are under a doctor's care. You may already be taking it in your medication. But maybe it would be good for someone else here. I get mine on Amazon or a healthfood store. Thanks again for your post, Papa. As usual, very edifying. Happy Easter to you and yours. Meerkat Edited March 31, 2018 by Meerkat 2 Link to comment
Guest Posted April 1, 2018 Share Posted April 1, 2018 10 hours ago, Meerkat said: QNow, on the dementia issue, it runs in my family on my Mother's side. When my memory was about two years into failing, I researched and tried a few supplements. (Sounds like you may be further down that road than me.) I found one natural supplement that works for me. It is also found in prescription medication for dementia. It is called "Huperzine A." I take it once every two or three days, depending on how I am feeling. I took it every day for awhile (one tablet,) but found more is not always better. Now, for me, once every two or three days works best. It has made a real difference with names and other issues where memories were falling off the plate all the time. Much better over the past two or three years. It may not be the thing for you if you are under a doctor's care. You may already be taking it in your medication. But maybe it would be good for someone else here. I get mine on Amazon or a healthfood store. Thanks again for your post, Papa. As usual, very edifying. Happy Easter to you and yours. Meerkat My problems might be with Meds I take at night for diabetic nerve pain, which have bad side effects. I pray it is problems due to meds, as I could not bare knowing for sure it is dementia, not the horrors that my Mother went through. 1 Link to comment
Tacenda Posted April 3, 2018 Share Posted April 3, 2018 On 3/31/2018 at 6:25 PM, Bill "Papa" Lee said: My problems might be with Meds I take at night for diabetic nerve pain, which have bad side effects. I pray it is problems due to meds, as I could not bare knowing for sure it is dementia, not the horrors that my Mother went through. I'm thinking you're right Papa, your mother had it when she was quite a bit older than you right? Now if you were me, you might be more worried. My mom started showing signs as young as 62. Link to comment
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