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Cojak

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01000001 01100011 01110100 01110011 Posts: 24276 **11/27/15 12:43 am**

A few months ago I mentioned that contrary to some people who joke about spending the kids inheritance, we were doing it. We are taking every member of our family on a family cruise. All balcony staterooms. All expenses paid. We are flying them in from as far away as Utah. I asked your opinions about the accommodations because we have one couple who have lived together for 5 years but are not married. By far the advice from my friends here was, stick to your guns, separate staterooms. I have.
I am honestly not sure I would do it again. I talked to these two both with 4 yrs of college. They love each other, but their views of marriage broke my heart. I knew my grandson's position, his mom and dad have been divorced and re-married twice. The grandson was devastated the last time, a great athlete, but lost out because of team (noise). he quit tired of hearing about his dad who had been the coach.
The young lady's story was much worse. These ideas break my heart (I even understand, I do not know how I would have felt if my parents had been as these kids parents.)

They both were very sweet and understood Grandpa and Grandma's stand and had no problem abiding by our rules. So The cruise staterooms are now set in stone. Everyone is happy. We even added Disney world to the trip. I do ask your prayers. I will continue to talk to the couple. They are very dedicated to each other.

Now that I said that. I had planned this family cruise for out 60th wedding anniversary. I am not saying it was a revelation, but I felt impressed to moved this BIG EVENT up to our 59th wedding anniversary. No one knows the future. I have developed a physical problem, it may be nothing, but I will wait until after the cruise to have it checked, if I can. I haven't asked for prayer personally here, but I am now. Thanks. Love you guys!
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Cojak

01000001 01100011 01110100 01110011 Posts: 24276 **11/27/15 1:03 am**

I said I hadn't asked for prayer, I meant for my self. I did request prayer a few years ago, for a son. I would like to report, it appears his life is turning around. He did not lose everything he had, he come close. But he has started the upward climb. He still needs prayer to hopefully put his family back together. I have been amiss not to testify to that. Thanks for your prayers. Cool

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revuriah

Golf Cart Mafia Underboss Posts: 3682 **11/27/15 8:18 am**

Have a great time on that cruise, Cojak! I know my mom has expressed the desire to have a big family cruise one day. I can dream! That is my number one dream vacation, cruising across the Caribbean.

Praying for your physical issue, and (if I read that correctly) your grandkids marriage thing. Also your son. God is able!

If you swing through Lakeland anytime soon, come see us at Abundant Life. We'd love to see you and your wife again!
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Hon. Dr. in Acts-celeratology Posts: 5909 **11/27/15 12:02 pm**

Glad to hear you're taking the cruise, Cojak! And I think sticking to your guns re: your grandson's relationship is a good thing. They will respect you for it. I am sure he has nothing but respect for you, and you took this as a great opportunity to talk to him re: your concern for him & marriage. It might cause them to think about it from your perspective. You've planted a seed, at least, and that's all you can do at this point. Not only did you talk to them, but you LISTENED and that's major, too.

Now, concerning your health issue...get it checked out if you haven't, already. Don't wait. Please! You are more important to your family than a cruise. You probably won't need to postpone your cruise (esp if you felt you should move it up) but at least get it checked out so you know what you're dealing with. If it's something serious, often time is of the essence.

Prayers for you & yours, Cojak!
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bonnie knox

[Insert Acts Pun Here] Posts: 14803 **11/27/15 12:16 pm**

Cojak, I will be praying. You've been a great friend to me!