I’ve gotta tell ya – something stinks around here. And it’s not the Brussels sprouts I’ve got roasting in the oven.
It’s Facebook’s bully culture, silencing any voice that counters their liberal agenda.
Story time: Remember just last week, I published a passionately pro-life piece after New York’s Governor Cuomo signed the Reproductive Health Act into law, thus allowing abortion up to birth?
Yeah – well…Facebook censored my article.
That sound you hear, is my head, banging against the wall.
Yep. Facebook — and their aggressively liberal agenda — would not allow me to advertise that particular post on my page.
Not once, not twice, but four different times, I tried to purchase an advertisement for that pro-life post, and all four times, it was denied and “banned.”
BANNED!
What are we, in some utopian society where they’re burning books and censoring what we can and can’t think about?!
I’ve got to believe that it was because it took a pro-life stance.
And this isn’t the first time this censorship has happened either. My anti-pornography post — Facebook banned that one, too!
It is just disgusting.
Nevermind the pathetic moral fiber of our USA — where’s the freedom of speech?
Where’s the freaking First Amendment?
Facebook, I’m calling you out! How dare you censor something, just because it is pro-life?
How dare you silence a voice, simply because it is standing up against the culture of death you’re pushing?
I’m sick and tired of it.
Arrogance. That’s what it is.
Arrogance. Almost as bad as the display of self-importance demonstrated by our democratic, female House representatives wearing all white suits at the State of the Union Address.
Honestly, their behavior made me ashamed to be a woman.
Here’s the beautiful and hilarious irony in all of this:
The Suffragettes that those women were “honoring” by wearing all white — Susan B Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Victoria Woodhull — they’d be appalled by the pro-abortion agenda today’s feminists are fighting for!
President Trump, in his SOTU address, proclaimed some of the most inspiring, pro-life words, ever:
“To defend the dignity of every person, I am asking the Congress to pass legislation to prohibit the late-term abortion of children who can feel pain in the mother’s womb. Let us work together to build a culture that cherishes innocent life. And let us reaffirm a fundamental truth: all children – born and unborn – are made in the holy image of God.” – President Trump
It brought republicans to their feet in wild applause. Meanwhile, our democratic “women in white” sat there and pouted like petulant teenagers.
The beautiful irony is that the original suffragettes would have been on their feet cheering, too. Women’s rights were not – and are not – abortion rights. In fact, Susan B Anthony, herself, said, “it is degrading to women that we should treat our children as property to be disposed of as we see fit.”
What do you have to say about that, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?
I am all for the celebration and recognition of women. We are strong, beautiful, intelligent individuals that are capable of doing everything a man can do – and more when you add bearing children to the list!
One of the buzziest phrases of the moment is “women supporting women.” Women should build each other up instead of tear them down.
Okay – so tearing them down, is a no…but tearing them out of the womb is okay?
I digress.
It is a very dangerous thing when thoughts and ideas are banished simply based on political affiliation or religious belief.
It is the beginning of a deeply destructive end.
A small spotlight was shone on this alarming pattern of behavior during the media’s smear campaign of the Covington Catholic students.
But that was only one isolated incident that got caught.
There are sooo many other instances of censorship, biased/selective reporting, and abuse of journalistic publishing power that are happening all the time that we are completely unaware of.
In things as big as how Major Networks frame a story, to things as small as refusing to allow a pro-life article on Facebook’s platform.
I ask you: what is it that the mainstream media is fighting for?
What climate and culture are they pushing? Because I can assure you, it is not one of life.
How can we trust them? And frankly, what are we to do?
Honestly – what do we do about it?
I ugre you to approach the news and mainstream media with a discerning eye.
Is it true? Who is it serving? What is the other side of the story?
And most of all – What do they have to gain from it?
And lastly, I invite you to help me stick it to the “Facebook man” — and if my prolife post resonated with you, please give it a “share” on Facebook. They can try and snuff one pro-life voice. But let’s see them try to silence a chorus!
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I have also been censored. I can no longer sponsor my posts that have pro-life views. Denied 3 times!!!
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Gosh, it is just so discouraging, isn’t it? Keep at it though – all the more reason to keep putting it out there! 🙂 thanks for stopping by! hugs xo
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My dad, a lawyer who does discrimination, libel, slander, appeals, and Constitutional rights, says that freedom of speech doens’t apply in this instance, because the individual entity (I.e., facebook) is allowed to control their speech, if that makes sense, including what the rest of us want to say through them.
I’m hoping this brings you comfort: I was thinking about it, and the concept of killing Baby right before or after she’s born is so repugnant that it should push the consensus toward the prolife side. 🙂
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Thanks Meg for this insight. Yeah, that makes sense since it is a private company. Gosh, I hope you’re right and people wake up to the truth! hugs xo
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Wow! You? Banned? I’m one of the mouthiest conservatives on Facebook and twitter, and although individual people have complained about my opinions, to the best of my knowledge, I haven’t even been shadow banned on twitter. One of my links to an article on the Holocaust was initially denied on Facebook, but that was only because some algorithm thought that starving Jews in a concentration camp looked like “pr0n”. When I pushed back, a human being reviewed the content and released it. Yes, social media is biased toward a highly specific agenda, so I suppose this is going to come up more and more as time passes. More’s the pity.
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Thanks James, yeah I was pretty shocked and disgusted by The FBook. A pity for sure. Sorry you know first hand what I’m talking about. Big hugs to you xox
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What about those priests and nuns?
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I don’t know! good question!
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I can’t like this enough. You said what many of us are thinking. Follow the Old Testament admonition of lift up your voice like a trumpet. Thousands upon thousands of us agree with you and stand upon what God values. Thank you, my friend!
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Thank you Matthew 🙂 gosh, I really appreciate your support and encouragement. It can really feel like youre shouting into an abyss at times, you know what I mean? So glad you stopped by! big hugs to you xox
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Shouting into an abyss? I know exactly what you mean.
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right??? The One who matters hears 🙂
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I could feel the evil forces gnashing their teeth yesterday. God bless America and Trump!
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Yes!! I was cheering for the strong stance Trump took for those little babies yesterday! 🙂 so glad you stopped by! big hugs xox
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Yes! I am so impressed with his willingness to say things that other politicians dare not say!
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Wow. It’s disturbing to think the Facebook might be censoring content. Particularly based on political views! I sincerely hope that wouldn’t be the case.
I got a comped “boost” after I created – I mean was forced by the Facebook to create – a FB blog page. I had some trouble with my blog’s language, so they aren’t big on the profanity, let me tell you! Do you find that boosting posts drives new readers to your blog?
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Thank you friend, yeah it was so disheartening to say the least. yeah, i definitely think it does!
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I’ll have to give it some thought…if I can polish my language up! 🤓
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🙂 xoxoxo
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Thank you for taking a stand ♥️ I couldn’t agree more with your evaluation on the arrogance displayed at the SOTU address, it is simply appalling behavior of women in leadership and it is an affront not only to the legacy of other women leaders, but to the larger American constituency they seek to represent. I share your frustration and dismay at the narrow perception of what means to have freedoms and rights as women in modern society, but let’s keep praying and hoping that God protects the innocent and gives grace to the humble (as we try to stay humble and keep hustling to live out our values).
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Thank you Isabel for your support and encouraging words. Yeah, it was a shock to the system to say the least. I will definitely join you in that prayer! Those little babies need our voices! big hugs to you xox
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I feel very strongly that, as a Christian, I am called to develop and nurture relationships. I prefer to seek change that way rather than raging against the machine.
When God closes one door, He opens another. Facebook (among other platforms) has become a place of division, deceit, and destroyed relationships. Maybe God has shut that door for a reason.
As to the women honoring suffragettes… I’m not sure we’re required to believe all that another person does in order to honor their legacy.
Peace, Sister.
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Thank you, for joining the conversation! That is definitely a great point about the Suffragettes. They are absolutely worthy of honor. And you’re right, we don’t have to agree on all things, but respect is something that we all can agree on for sure. 🙂 Thanks for offering this perspective. hugs xox
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Sorry to hear that but not surprised.
It’s for the best. They don’t want you to hurt any sensitive and tender souls with your hateful thoughts.
That’s joking sarcasm of course.
I’m proud to see your strong stand.
The drumbeat of oppression is growing louder, but in the name of protecting everyone from harmful speech.
God bless you,
Doug
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Thank you so much Doug, haha love the sarcasm. yeah, it is just discouraging, because by silencing the voices of prolife people, or believers, or XYZ, people can believe they are on an island if they believe differently than societal norms – and that’s a shame. Thanks so much for stopping by! big hugs xo
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Just shared your post. Thank you for being a voice for the defenseless. 💪🏼
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thank you Michael, I really appreciate that! every voice counts! 🙂 big hugs xox
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This is such a shame for multiple reasons:
1. Facebook promotes itself as a forum to exchange free ideas – but only if you agree to their leftist bent.
2. The Suffragette was world wide and meant to lift up women all over the world. New Zealand was the first country to grant women the right to vote, well before the US did. You’re right – now, it’s been “hijacked”. 😦
Keep speaking out! We need more courageous people like you! 🙂
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Thank you friend. You’re so right about that. I didn’t know that about New Zealand! That’s awesome! thanks for your support. hugs xo
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Amen. That’s why I am no longer on Facebook.
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Thank you friend, yeah I don’t blame you. It’s all one big propaganda machine, to be honest. Thanks for your support. hugs xo
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I shared it on FB. As an author, I’m told to stay away from mentioning my stance on politics and other controversial issues, but there’s only so much silence I can take. In the area of abortion, I’d rather honor God and reflect His heart than stay silent just so I don’t anger potential readers. Thank you for being so bold.
~Laurie
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Thank you so much Laurie, I appreciate you passing it along! You’re so right – there’s only so much silence on can take. Amen to that! I think there are a lot more people out there that believe the same about life than society at large wants us to think. Love that you’re using your voice! thanks again for your support. you rock, and I’m cheering you on! 🙂 big hugs xo
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I hear ya – this is happening more and more. Its pretty clear that most of the major platforms are run by the regressive left – conservative viewpoints are being censored and people are being platformed for all kinds of non-reasons, where hateful leftist drivel (the Covington commentary being a case in point) can carry on just fine thanks. But have an NPC avatar (which I happen to think is very funny!) or mention that maybe killing babies after they have been born is perhaps not a good thing and boom, kicked off everywhere nano seconds after you hit send or like. The left, natural home of the authoritarian.
Also – Patreon – same same, deplatforming people it doesnt like. If you’re thinking of making some kind of actual statement against this regressive agenda, you can take your money away from them! SubscribeStar is where its at.
And as for AOC – she thinks shes some kind of sorority queen bee, but the reality is her views are immature and pretty far left for America and dont resonate with most people. I notice even the leftist media were commenting that she behaves like a petulant child and I think she’ll have lost a lot of political capital after her stunts and sour faced pouting during the SOU. Given the left loves to eat its own and the Democrats are actually a rather conservative bunch, I think she’ll be in for a shock when she’s sidelined as the DNC starts to assemble its forces for the next election. We can only hope!
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Thank you Charlie for sharing your thoughts on this issue. I didn’t know that about Patreon – such a shame. Yeah, I agree – I think both sides were put off by AOC’s behavior last night. Extreme views for sure. And you’re so right about that – other than Fox news, all the other major media outlets are left-leaning, and those that aren’t, get ridiculed, made fun of, and discredited – like Fox. It’s just awful. hugs to you xo
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🤨 huh, well I just shared links to all your aforementioned posts on my FB page. Maybe I’ll get put in FB jail. Stay tuned…lol 🤗
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hahahah oh my gosh I am so grateful!!!!! thank you Laura!! and i will definitely stay tuned! I surely hope not!! big hugs to you! xoxoxox
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Hugs & 💖’s!
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✨💛✨
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Shared on Facebook. We got your back!
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Oh my goodness, thank you so much! That seriously means so much! big hugs xo
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I just realized I was not clear. I was referring to “Nightmare…”
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gotcha! 🙂
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Facebook has been censoring a lot of content of late. Recently there was a controversy of censorship of LGBT content on the platform as well. While I’m neither associating as strictly liberal or conservative (I’m the person in the middle of heated debates offering cookies to diffuse tension lol Yes, this has actually happened IRL 😂) if someone’s pro-life, ok many people are. If they’re pro-choice, many also are. There’s a difference between stating one’s opinion and using said opinion to spread hatred. Either way, censorship on social media platforms regardless of political stance proves to be shaky ground. Peace ✋
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Thank you friend for joining the conversation. hahha offering cookies – that made me smile 🙂 Yeah, i think respect and seeking to understand is something that everyone can agree on 🙂 thanks for sotpping by! hugs xox
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Ugh I hate that! I was even censored and denied to make an ad because I used the word “vaginismus.” However, “sex” is okay…?🤔
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thanks friend – I know. Crazy, huh?? Sorry you can so personally relate!! big hugs to you xox
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It is truly typical. I wonder if the TrumpTown social media site will be able to get off the ground soon and knock Facebook off its high place!
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Thanks friend. I know, sad but true! Hmm, is TrumpTown a real thing??? I haven’t heard of it! hugs xox
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It is. It’s brand new and hasn’t had a lot of publicity. I don’t think there’s an app for that, though.
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oh interesting! i’ll have to look into it!! thanks for the heads up about it!! hugs x
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https://trumptown.com
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thumbs up emoji — hahah I’m typing from my computer and don’t know how to access emojis! xoxoxoxo
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I got off of Facebook back in 2012 because I didn’t trust them. They run a hardcore leftist agenda for sure! Keep standing strong sister! God bless you!
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That was a smart move, Ryan. I admire that decision! thanks for your support and friendship 🙂 hugs xox
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I admire you for always standing up for what you believe in! It truly warms my heart! I don’t believe in abortion but I don’t believe in telling any women what to do with her body. That isn’t my choice. We all have to live with the choices we make and only God can judge us. FB censoring YOU is ridiculous. We all have a right to speak and being pro life isn’t a reason to censor someone.
I’m a Democrat but we’re not all alike so don’t put us all in the same box. It would be like me thinking all Republicans are alike and therefore disliking all of you if I based you on Mitch McConnell (who I think is the devil)
Keep standing up for yourself even if you stand alone! Its admirable.
You and I disagree on alot of things but we are still able to support and respect each other! Why can’t everyone do that!
Keep writing my friend. 🤗🤗
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Thank you so much Lane for your support. And I really appreciate you joining the conversation. You’re right – respect and seeking to understand are two things that should be granted to everyone, no matter what they believe, or what their political affiliation!! 🙂 So grateful for you 🙂 big hugs to you Lane! Have a great night! xox
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You’re welcome my friend! I’m a fan of yours and I support you. Wanna hear something funny? My fiance’ is a Republican…..😂🤣😂 Have a wonderful night!😍😍
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hahah that’s amazing!!! Just another beautiful example that you practice the love and respect that you preach! rock on!!! 🙂
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Caralyn, You and I come from very different political views but I agree with your right to share your views and have never seen you do so in a way that slanders anyone, even when you are passionate about what you share. I believe the media is only here to promote division and ensure our country never lives in unity. I guarantee from reading your posts that if we met in person we’d have a great time despite our very different views on some issues and ideas. But the media would say we would never be able to support one another. I believe it takes raising our voices and speaking up. How can I truly say I promote and support free speech but then ban everything that doesn’t align with my beliefs? And how do we think we are well rounded if all our friends look and think like us? Thanks for sharing this post.
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Hi Shell, thank you so much for your support and for joining the conversation! They promote division — i think you’re absolutely right about that. A country living in unity – gosh, isn’t that the dream!! Respect and seeking to understand go a long way 🙂 thank you so much for being awesome! big big hugs to you xoxoxo
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Keep those posts coming. Great job. Speak for those without a voice. Facebook will soon be gone. I wouldn’t worry about them.
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Thank you friend 🙂 Yeah, i see more and more people leaving the platform! hugs xox
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Two Thumbs Up!! Rock on!
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Thank you Andy! hugs xox
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FB is going down hill. They are double standard hypocrites like many politicians. They claim that they for equality, fairness, life, etc.. but obviously we are seeing that it is a big fat lie. All lives matter no matter how old or how young. A life begins at conception. Murder is murder. Pornography in any form is evil. Destroys lives and should be thrown out like the trash that it is.
This is a disgrace to see how the world is becoming how our world is okay with killing young life just because the child may not have all of his/her body parts. A disgrace that people not all people turn their eyes away from the truth.
I don’t know how they can all sleep at night. Maybe each of them needs a Jacob Marley to come and haunt them. lol.
Actually, they need Jesus.’
God Bless, Caralyn
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Thank you friend, I think you’re right about that. I know more and more people who have left the platform! So true! All lives matter! amen! Thanks so much for joining the conversation! big hugs xox
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Hugs to you. Xoxoxo
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xox 🙂
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Shared. Continue to be a voice crying in the wilderness. We shall overcome. Hugs and love– Mike
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Thank you so much for passing this along, Mike! I really appreciate your support. Yes! And you, too!! hugs and love xox
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I keep telling everyone to say a pray for what is going on right in front of our eyes. There is an agenda here and the ones that are pointing it out are getting attacked. People need to open their eyes and see it for what it is and say it our loud too. The Emperor has no clothes people…he is naked. Thank you for being one of those people that has the courage to speak up and point this out. I told my son the story of the Emperor’s new clothes a few months ago. I guess I never read it to him when he was little. What a great lesson it teaches. With more and more censorship, the world will change. We need to make sure to tell our grandparent’s stories, read books to our children and never be afraid to say the truth.
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I am right there with you, friend. We need PRAYERS majorly. Thank you so much for your support. You’re right – we need to hang onto those precious stories and stand up for the truth! hugs xox
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Wow! I just can’t understand how that is offensive?? I posted your blog on my Facebook page. What will happen??
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Thank you so much Debra, I really appreciate you passing it along! Nothing is going to happen to you or your page! It was only denied when I tried to purchase an advertisement for the post, which i will often do for my posts to grow readership. So Facebook is refusing to promote it on their advertising platform. but sharing it on a personal page will have no negative consequences for you! 🙂 Thank you again, I really appreciate having you in my corner!! God bless! hugs xox
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You are a wonderful voice!
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Thank you again 🙂 blessings xox
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Thanks for speaking up even if they censor you! Keep it up!
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thank you so much Izzy, I really appreciate your support! hope you have a beautiful night! hugs xox
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Once again, you are spor on! Keep fighting for truth and freedom! You are not alone!
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Thank you JC, I really appreciate you being in my corner! hugs xo
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I told my husband the same thing, “those women in white embarrass me as a woman”. I associated them to cackling hens.
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It made me just so sad to see that representation. I think JPII’s Feminine Genius should be required reading for everyone! 🙂 hugs xox
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My sincerest apologies to you by my cackling hens comment. My words were meer observation at their antics as the President of the U.S. made statements, and they sneered, rolled eyes, and talked back and forth. Their actions were rude and self-righteous. I was relieved that some one else felt the same about these womens’ behavior. Forgive me if it brought on a disagreement with another follower.
In love, I’ll agree with you, for hearts to be softened and the cries of these unborn (but alive!) babies be heard.
Be blessed bbb. I am with you in prayer on this💜🕆
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Thank you for saying that. Yeah, I definitely understood where you were coming from. I knew you were referring to the behavior and not the actual people themselves. thank you for clarifying that. Yes, I will join you in that prayer!! Hugs and love xox
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I’m sorry to hear that your post was censored; Facebook is a mess of all kinds these days, but it is not a liberal agenda by any means. Facebook does not care about politics, it cares about money. That sense of one-sided woundedness, coupled with the misrepresentation here of what the abortion law was doing, who the suffragettes were and why the women of the House were remembering them, and how “women supporting women” can, should, and does include pro-life alongside pro-choice is the end of the line for me and this blog. As a pro-choice female pastor, I have to step away from what this blog has become. I wish you the best in your journey toward love, your career, and your continued recovery from ED.
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Hi Christina,
Thank you for sharing your heart on this issue, and for expressing your thoughts about my blog. I almost didn’t publish this post tonight, because, you’re right – these past few posts have been more political than I like to be, instead of focusing on recovery and positivity. I just couldn’t ignore the news and the current climate and turn of events. As an anorexia survivor, coming from that depth of self destruction bore in me an undeniable belief in the sanctity of human life, after almost destroying mine. The absolute crux of my recovery was realizing and believing that I had worth as a person, for the sole reason that I was created by God, claimed as His daughter, and purchased on the Cross by Jesus. That, and only that, is why I have worth, and why I was worth nourishing my body, and choosing life, and embracing recovery. And when I realized that I had that worth, simply as a child of God, I realized that I had to extend that same worth and value to every other person — especially the child in the womb. That is why I am prolife. That is why I have spent these last few post addressing the attack on prolife beliefs lately in the media and in the laws of this country. Because people are terrified to come out and say that they’re prolife because of the backlash they’ll receive, being labeled as anti-woman, or not-progressive, and shunned by our peers. I am hoping to be an ally. That’s all. That being said, I absolutely respect the beliefs held by others. Everyone is entitled to their own position, I stand by that. This is mine. And I appreciate and respect your position and beliefs, and I thank you for your readership, and wish you the best along your way! Know that you and your ministry will be in my prayers 🙂 hugs and love xox
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Thank you for your response to Kelsie and I (it’s Christiana, actually; unusual names get mucked about with on text, I understand).
I appreciate your understanding of life and your view of what constitutes sanctity of life, especially in the context of your having brushed up against death in such a powerful and sorrowful way. I am glad that you can make that connection within your theology, and while I disagree with you I have no intention of challenging how you got there.
I’m not responding to pick a fight, but I want you to hear why I’m no longer going to follow you. Yes, I vehemently disagree with your politics, and yes, you and I have vastly different understandings of God’s path for us, but that’ s not it. Part of it is the misinformation that you spread (“I have spent the last few posts addressing the attack on prolife beliefs lately in the media and in the laws of this country” is fascinating to me when we have a majority conservative Supreme Court and the ability of Planned Parenthood to operate in many states is down to practically nothing; this New York law is quite a break in abortion news of late). But most of what frustrates me is the dismissal of that which you perceive to be opposite you and your unwillingness to engage those who do not “respect the beliefs held by others.” In your post you call the women of Congress “petulant teenagers” and accuse them of “self-importance” in their remembrance of the suffragettes. How is that respectful?
You make a point of responding to every comment, which I find amazing and slightly exhausting. But when people take your stance of pro-life as permission to call pro-choice women “cackling hens” (karidawayblog) and you simply laugh and agree, you are not promoting respect or civility or any of the values for which you so rightly call. This blog is your domain, and I respect that, but as such you are responsible for the tone of it–and it saddens me to see that there is no spine to your words of welcome.
My thanks for your continued prayers for my ministry. I am sure it will be quite an adventure.
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Hey BBB, just a thought, respecting a person right to their belief doesn’t mean you have to agree with it, these two seem to be stuck in warm fuzzy god mode, not even considering His righteous & holiness, you owe no one an apology, whether from your religious or political beliefs.
Keep faith in Christ alone, not cackling hens.
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Welcome to this side conversation, Its Dat Guy. I’m not sure why doubling down on the “hens” insult is comforting for you, especially since karidawayblog was graceful enough to explain what she meant by it. Although you didn’t directly address me, I answer your accusation of being “stuck in warm fuzzy god mode” by asking for your basis of it. God’s righteous(ness) and holiness have not been part of the conversation thus far whether as confirmation thereof or denial.
Nor have I asked Caralyn for an apology for her beliefs. I respect them, and respect how she got there; I appreciate very much her understanding of the sacredness of life as a natural growth from her experiences. My faith is in the Christ Who loves enough to share that sense of sacredness, right down to the people with whom I vehemently disagree–and also in the “cackling hens” who are standing for my right and Caralyn’s rights as women to have such a disagreement, here in this faceless forum. I have asked for a stronger sense of moderation from her in this space, that is true; considering a recent post in which she admitted struggling with confrontation, I understand such a request to be a gentle remonstrance in a difficult area. But please, explain to me: how does your inaccurate portrayal of my faith help her in finding her voice? Or help me in understanding your point? From what sense of Christian charity do you issue your dismissal of my part in this discussion?
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You told BBB that you wanted her to know why you were unfollowing her, I would be waving “buh-bye”.
Then you wrote (…part of it is the misinformation that you spread…).
In laymans terms, you’re calling her a LIAR.
THHEENNN…. you called her spineless when you rambled about no spine to her words.
So she’s a spineless liar because you disagree with her.
What you’re trying to do is subtley shame her into silence, thats how TROLLs try and control a conversation online or in forums.
You write as if you belong to the judge not cult…http://www.letusreason.org/Pent44.htm
People like you redefine word usage such as the often vaulted “respecting the beliefs of others”… does that mean everyone? Even those petulant teenagers in Congress? What about Jihadis that have the belief its ok to kill infidels? Or a padeo who wants to be redefined as child attracted?
By redefining usage people like you misconstrue truth and create what you want instead of accepting truth.
If you claim to support pro-choice and claim to be a Christian, then you my dear are the spiness liar, not BBB.
If you are, as I am assuming, a do not judge cult member, then you again are part of the problem because you’re taking Scripture out of context, ..psst…manipulating word usage to create your own version of truth.
So cackling hen, keep cackling away.
She’s right you’re wrong.
Buh bye. 😉🖑
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Its Dat Guy–you lovely, judgmental manchild.
You have twisted what was a civil disagreement fueled by equal but opposing views between Caralyn and I into a nasty and venomous brawl. Waving “buh-bye” would have been you ignoring my comments entirely in favor of supporting her; engaging me indirectly is not waving but shouting, clamoring for my attention in your desperate attempt to be right. I absolutely claim to support pro-choice and be a Christian, and considering I am a pastor I’m pretty sure I can do that.
Call me “my dear” again, though. I have years of practice with condescending chauvinists like you.
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Actually I don’t think have experience in much of anything, you didn’t read the link I posted because you are that spineless coward you said she was.
Also my desperate attempt to be right? Buwahaha, I don’t have to attempt, Jeremiah 6:15 & 8:12 defines you, as well as Proverbs 13:5, Jeremiah 2:34… Being prodeath you forgot Exodus 21:22 or Jeremiah 32:35.
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As for a clamoring brawl, your pathetic respone to her, hiding your own nastiness and venom, is truth, you’re just lousy at hiding your true colors.
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Also your claim of being a pastor?
Of what lies and cultism?
Progressive socialism?
I know now 2 Peter 2:1 perhaps.
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There is a better life without FB, Caralyn. We’ve been gone about two years now, but if you must, here is a recent what the pope says about it
Also, to fully understand what is going on with the why of the censoring, here is a great read in French, but well worth using translation of it https://www.ladn.eu/tech-a-suivre/reseau-sociaux-lente-derive-web-caterina-fake/
Finally, you are on the best platform now, and here is a dated but relevant podcast by its founder as he explains why https://tim.blog/2016/10/01/matt-mullenweg-on-the-characteristics-and-practices-of-successful-entrepreneurs/
Remember, as Seth Godin says, something like Social Media is a symptom of something working, not what causes it to work.
Great blog post by the way … well said, everything.
Frank
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Thank you so much Frank, for sharing these eye opening articles. wow. I think there’s a lot of truth in that – social media, especially Facebook – excels at promoting and deepening division. big hugs xox
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It’s happening to some of my friends on FB, too. It’s disgusting that FB doesn’t believe in free speech, just speech that conforms to their standards…which, as you say, are not about life and godliness. Keep fighting, girl! I believe America has awoken to the truth, or is well on the way to doing so!
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Thank you friend, yeah it is truly disheartening for sure. I appreciate your encouraging words!! hugs xox
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King Solomon said “For the more my wisdom, the more my grief; to increase knowledge increases distress. ” Ecc 1:18
Also he said the following, when I first read it, I chuckled, for it is the irony of the world, no matter what century or era it is.
“In this silly life I have seen everything, including the fact that some of the good die young and some of the wicked live on and on. So, don’t try to be too good or too wise! Why destroy yourself? On the other hand don’t be too wicked either- don’t be a fool! ” Ecc 15-17
We can feel inspired to fulfill a good work, or stand up for a cause we believe in, one that is just and upright, but we would do well to prepare ourselves for the consequences. I don’t say that to invoke fear, ‘o be careful’, the truth is we all are headed toward death, lying down your life for the sake of goodness may end our life early, but the sooner we will transcend into eternity.
The higher we set our aspirations to help others, the higher our number rises on the enemies most hated list. The is no better example than Christ.
Plain and simple.
Next, the apostles and how their mortal lives ended.
The words of Solomon the wisest king ever to live, ring truth. But even so, true light bearers, don’t hold back to save their lives in a cowardly fashion, we take the flaming light of Almighty God and head straight at and into the darkness, knowing that we already destined to perish and shed this physical body in order that we may be free to rise to Glory!!!
Who’s with me?
Remember, those wishing to save their lives shall lose it, those willing to lay down their lives shall gain it.
Is it intimidating, YES. Am I scared- YES. Is there any other choice- NO.
AMEN!
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Thank you so much for this thoughtful response! You’re right, God knew this would be the way for His believers no matter what century. We must keep our eyes on Him! hugs xo
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Really used to like your content when it was about recovery and getting better after your eating disorder. Your overly political posts lately are a huge turn off.
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Hi Kelsie, thank you for expressing your thoughts about my blog. I’m sorry that my blog hasn’t been your cup of tea lately. I almost didn’t publish this post tonight, because, you’re right – these past few posts have been more political than I like to be, instead of focusing on recovery and positivity. I decided to approach these news stories and “get political” because i just couldn’t ignore the news and the current climate and turn of events. As an anorexia survivor, coming from that depth of self destruction bore in me an undeniable belief in the sanctity of human life, after almost destroying mine. The absolute crux of my recovery was realizing and believing that I had worth as a person, for the sole reason that I was created by God, claimed as His daughter, and purchased on the Cross by Jesus. That, and only that, is why I have worth, and why I was worth nourishing my body, and choosing life, and embracing recovery. And when I realized that I had that worth, simply as a child of God, I realized that I had to extend that same worth and value to every other person — especially the child in the womb. That is why I am prolife. That is why I have spent these last few post addressing the attack on prolife beliefs lately in the media and in the laws of this country. Because people are terrified to come out and say that they’re prolife because of the backlash they’ll receive, being labeled as anti-woman, or not-progressive, and shunned by our peers. I am hoping to be an ally. That’s all. That being said, I absolutely respect the beliefs held by others. Everyone is entitled to their own position, I stand by that. This is mine. I do hope that you continue to stop by my blog. This blog is about recovery and positivity, and despite the past few posts, I’ll be back to programming as usual next week 🙂 Thank you again for your readership, and this helpful feedback. big hugs to you, Kelsie. xox
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It’s cool to have your opinions about stuff but it’s not cool to shame people for their personal choices, especially hard ones like abortion. If you’ve never been in that situation you will never understand. As someone who had no choice but to have my child removed from my body otherwise I would’ve have died because it was in a Fallopian tube, I know what that situation is like. And it’s hard, scary and stressful. Please think about what these women and families go through before you pass judgement on them. Especially the ones who are making decisions to have late term abortions because their children will be born dead or will die shortly after birth. I can imagine that here is nothing more heart wrenching than losing a child you wanted and carried for 9 months, and finding out last minute that your child will only live for moments after it’s born if it lives at all.
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Hi Kelsie, thank you so much for sharing your story. Gosh, I am just so sorry that you had to go through that. My heart breaks for you that you were faced with that incredibly difficult and terrifying situation. And i wish i could be hugging you on the other side of the computer. Please hear me that I am not passing judgement on those women at all, in any way shape or form. and if my words have made it seem otherwise, then I apologize with my whole heart. The situations you described are so tough, and I do not have anything but compassion and love for those women and families, faced with that overwhelming decision. Being prolife does not mean I am against women who have had abortions. I believe in love and compassion for every single person – that’s what being prolife is all about. And I believe and support prolife ministries that offer support and resources to women after they’ve had abortions. There is no judgement here. Only love. I’m sorry if my passionate words against the act and legislature of abortion were mistaken as being directed at the women themselves, because that’s not where they were directed at all. There is a big difference there. Thank you again for sharing your story, Kelsie. Sending all my love to you. Hugs xox
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Jeremiah 6:
15. Were they ashamed when they had committed abomination? nay, they were not at all ashamed, neither could they blush: therefore they shall fall among them that fall: at the time that I visit them they shall be cast down, saith the LORD.
Shame isn’t always a bad thing unless you’re guilty, then its terrifying.
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I’m sorry, but you are being very contradicting with saying that your blog is about positivity and respecting others beliefs. If you’ve never been put in that kind of situation you really shouldn’t be able to pass judgement on someone for their very personal choices, especially when it comes to abortion. As someone who lost their child because it was in my Fallopian tube and had no choice but to have the embryo removed it was very scary, stressful and took a huge toll on my mental health. I can only imagine how hard it is to carry a child and be so excited for your child to come into this world only to be told it will be born dead or die very shortly after birth. That is why this law was passed, for women who wanted their children but also do not want their children suffering for the few moments they are alive. Please have empathy for the families that have to go through things like this. For the mothers with names picked out and nurseries set up only to come home having to make the hardest decision on what’s best for their child that they know they will never see grow up. You have a right to your beliefs, but you really should take other people’s suffering and experiences into consideration before being so black and white on a very tough and painful subject.
On that note, I have unfollowed your blog. I hope you continue to work towards recovery and being kind to yourself.
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Thank you so much Nancy for your support! it really means a lot 🙂 big hugs to you xo
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BBB, thanks for inspiring me to write, the God in you always does.
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Thank you so much 🙂 I appreciate your kind words! God is good! hugs xo
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I don’t agree with your viewpoints at and you know what, that’s ok. What upsets me is that people are being censored for their beliefs. Even though I don’t agree with you; you have the right to express iit and post it on your facebook. I have never seen an article written from you that is hateful or inappropriate in any way; not in the least. I don’t think censorship belongs in a free society and Facebook is out of control and has far too much power. They had no right to silence you and I am an ultra liberal. Can we get back to a point where we can be civil, respect other people’s viewpoints and not shut down people who think differently from us?. I am really sorry that happened to you. You seem like a really sweet person that has a positive outlook; it’s a shame that Facebook bullies users who are conservative. One more reason I don’t like FB. Thank you as always for sharing your thoughts, friend
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Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on this, and for joining the conversation! You’re right – we all are entitled to our beliefs, and respect and seeking to understand is what we should all strive for. that’s what will bring this country together and allow for peace and unity. You’re a great example of that! I am so with you on that quest for civil and respectful harmony! thanks again, friend. big hugs xox
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Yes! We don’t have to agree but your opinion is valid and no one has a right to censor it. Keep speaking your mind, friend and know I’ll always listen. Take care
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Thank you again. I appreciate you! Hugs and love xox
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I agree with you. We should say what we want to say. I think those 5000 priest who molested those children should not get to say what a person should be able to do because of the bible. Clearly they do not follow all of the bible just the parts they like. No I do not agree with late term abortions and I love Our Father in Heaven aka God. But I think God will forgive one abortion just as he will forgive all those priest who molested those kids over and over and over and over again. I wonder will you post or censor this.
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Thank you, friend, for sharing your thoughts on this. I do not pretend to fully grasp or understand the heart of God, but I do believe in His mercy and forgiveness. And I have seen His mercy and forgiveness in my own life for the horrible things I have done, and so I believe that there is hope for everyone 🙂
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I am becoming fed up with Facebook. I will share your post on my page/wall and see if they attempt to remove it.
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Thank you so much Jennifer, I really appreciate your support. I means the world. yeah, I am too! And i am seeing more and more people leave the platform. Interesting for sure! hugs xox
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My husband liked your post and shared it on his page too, so now you are getting free advertising!
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Oh gosh – you guys rock! THANK YOU! I am so grateful 🙂 have a beautiful evening!
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I see FB as just another business. Their goal is contented users and income. And why wouldn’t it be? If we paid for the platform and if we signed an agreement that stated what we can and can’t do, then I think you have a great argument. As it stands, though, we exist here at their pleasure. And we make lots of money for them.
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Thank you Dennis, for sharing your thoughts on this. You’re right, it is a business through and through. ugh. hugs xox
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Free speech is in danger of being eradicated from society. It’s very scary. Thank you for speaking out. Aborting (killing) a baby at birth is unthinkable! How can anyone think it is the right course? I don’t understand it.
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It really is terrifying. Thank you Cindy for your support. When voices are silenced, it makes people believe they are alone in their beliefs. We need more voices for sure! 🙂 big hugs to you xox
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Caralyn, Unfortunately, or not, Facebook is a private company and free speech is neither a right or guaranteed. I really don’t understand how or why we have given it so much power and influence in our public sphere.
Let’s hope someone can devise a suitable public forum that is more free than FB. Until then, maybe refrain from using it. Every subscriber is another dollar in their pocket.
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Thank you so much for your support. You’re right – they’re a private company and a business. Very true – powerful way to look at it. a dollar in their pocket. ugh. hugs xo
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I absolutely agree with everything you said. Thank you for having the courage and morality to stand up for what you believe. There is a very obvious agenda that is filtering out pro-life and Christian sentiment. Thank you again for who you are and speaking out.
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Thank you so much for your support. I really appreciate it. Yeah, it is so sad how it is filtered out. It makes people believe that they’re alone in their beliefs. Makes me sad to think about. big hugs to you xo
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I am in no way surprised to hear this. It was only a matter of time before you got caught in the crossfire, regardless. But you’re more than a bystander, you’re actively opposing their agenda. Good for you.
1 Peter 4:14-16
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Thank you so much Matt, yeah it’s the sad state of reality, unfortunately. But the One who matters is listening! hugs xox
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Oh wow, I’m totally with you Caralyn. I’m sooo skeptical of what I hear on the news… whether it’s liberal or conservative. Sometimes I don’t know what to believe. And about the Facebook ban… first thought was WHAT?? Terrible. Your posts always get me thinking. Thank you!😊💕
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Thank you Jenny Marie for your support. I know – it is so bonkers and unfortunate. And that’s so true – it’s hard to find the straight story any more – everything has a slant, no matter which way! what happened to stright line journalism!? hugs xo
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I shared your FB post, but I honestly ever look at my account anymore. I only have for the “business” account I link to my blog. I was going to ask if you plan to stop using FB, but I suppose the overall good you can do outweighs instances like this so far. I hope your readers share your post.
I hope you are having fun with family at Sundance!
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Thank you Jeff, yeah that’s the same with me. Aside from looking at my mom’s page, I’m only ever on it to post for BBB. And i see more and more people leaving the platform too. They leave for Lent and then realize how much better life is without it! hahah Thank you for your support and friendship. Grateful for you! And oh! I’m back in NYC now. It was a great time while it lasted. Now back to the grind! haha hugs oxx
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Glad you had fun and got back safely!
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Thanks, me too! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
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Shared!
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Thank you so much for passing it along to your readers! that really means a lot! hugs xo
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