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delicia
True Blue Farmgirl
917 Posts
delicia
cincinnati
ohio
USA
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 Posted - Mar 01 2010 : 4:30:44 PM
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Please keep my son in your prayers. He is 25, has graduated from college, looking for a job and is deaf. He is home with us now but, has met someone on line at a deaf dating service. She lives in England and is asking him for money to come to the states with. He is lonely because being deaf makes it hard to meet people. He is such a good person and is nice looking just shy.
Thank you,
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
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Posted - Mar 01 2010 : 4:40:42 PM
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Do you know anything about the deaf dating service? Do they check to see if everyone on line is legit? That would concern me. My prayers are going out for your son that if he decides to do this, that he won't be hurt.
Brenda
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi |
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
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Posted - Mar 01 2010 : 4:57:26 PM
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My prayers are with your son Delicia!! I hope he meets someone very special and finds true love!! God Bless!
Hugs,
Channah
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aunt boby
True Blue Farmgirl
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toby
polo
illinois
USA
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Posted - Mar 01 2010 : 4:59:16 PM
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I agree with Brenda. It seems a little odd to ask someone you've never met for money over the internet. I pray it is not some sort of scam. You just don't know these days. We will pray for him.
POOR IS THE MAN WHO CANNOT ENJOY THE SIMPLE THINGS IN LIFE- anonymous |
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
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kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - Mar 01 2010 : 6:32:48 PM
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That's never a good sign. I hope he really thinks about this and checks it out before sending anyone money. But what can you do? I just hope he makes the right choice and doesn't get too involved. He sounds like a very smart young man. Just a bit lonely. I'll be praying for him.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
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Old Spirit
True Blue Farmgirl
1498 Posts
Rae
MN
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 09:14:40 AM
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Tell him to be very careful. Some friends of ours have a soon who met someone on line using somewhat the same line and he lost lots of money. Sad when people do that!!
Rae
Farm Girl #647
...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles:...
Isaiah 40:31
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delicia
True Blue Farmgirl
917 Posts
delicia
cincinnati
ohio
USA
917 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 2:08:48 PM
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Thank you all for your support and prayers. I t just does not feel right that someone would ask you for money. He has decided to tell her to not email him so much so I think that is good thing. I just pray that he finds someone special. He really is a great young man.
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 3:45:25 PM
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I am so glad to hear that he is being careful! I am sure he will find someone wonderful!
Hugs,
Channah
Friendship is not something that can be bought, it is earned. |
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
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Posted - Mar 03 2010 : 4:53:33 PM
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I'm glad to hear he is being cautious. There are too many people out there willing to prey upon the kindness of others.
Is there a social group your son could join in your area? Maybe he could take a class at a local college (a great place to meet people). Can he do volunteer work in your community? I have a deaf son as well (who also has cerebral palsy) and he always tells me he wants a girlfriend. He has many girl friends, but no one special at this time. We just keep him as busy as possible.
I think the more your son becomes involved with different activities, the more his chances to meet someone wonderful will increase. :)
Karin
www.perfectlittlemiracle.blogspot.com
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Roxy7
True Blue Farmgirl
1083 Posts
Robin
Denver
CO
USA
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Posted - Mar 04 2010 : 05:17:49 AM
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knittingmom
True Blue Farmgirl
665 Posts
AnneMarie
Edmonton
Alberta
Canada
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Posted - Mar 07 2010 : 3:09:09 PM
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If she's asking for money not a good sign, hope he realizes that. Prayers sent.
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delicia
True Blue Farmgirl
917 Posts
delicia
cincinnati
ohio
USA
917 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2010 : 3:17:58 PM
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I think that he realizes but, is so lonely that it is someone to dream about. It is hard when you want the best for your child but, do not know how to help them. We live close to Danville and there is a deaf college there. I am going to check and see about him doing some volunteer work there and I understand that there is several festivals for the deaf so I am hopeful that I can get him involved. We have tried the local deaf club but, they seem to be older people. The communication issue is huge with a deaf person. I do not know if this is true or not but, I read or heard that Helen Keller said that of the 2 deaf and blind that the deaf was the worst because of the communication. I truly appreciate your prayers.
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 07 2010 : 7:22:27 PM
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Oh Delicia I do hope that the deaf college works out. He'll feel as if he's helping others while at the same time he'll be meeting so many understanding people. Let us know how it goes.
Blessings, Brenda
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi |
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CountryBorn
True Blue Farmgirl
1545 Posts
Mary Jane
New York
USA
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Posted - Mar 08 2010 : 06:21:27 AM
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Being deaf is very lonely and isolating. I have had hearing problems since I was 6 and am totally deaf in one ear. I now wear 2 hearing aids. So I know some of what your son is going through. We have a large deaf community in this area. The Rochester School for the Deaf is here and I know there are many social activities at the school and around the area. The one thing I reget is I never learned to sign. I made it through without signing, and of course as a child the thought of being different terrified me. Though I was anyway! I am very relieved that he has changed his tone with this girl. I am sure this is a scam of some kind. Encourage him to find the activities and places where deaf people frequent. Also because he is deaf doesn't mean he won't connect with a hearing person. It just has to be the right person. He just has to keep searching all avenues. God Bless him and I hope he finds much happiness.
MJ
There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the things we do. Freya Stark |
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Lainey
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Elaine
Waco
Kentucky
USA
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Posted - Mar 11 2010 : 07:11:36 AM
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Delicia, just read this and am praying for your son that something wonderful happens for him!
Farmgirl Sister #25
http://countrygirldreams.blogspot.com/
An Angel says, 'Never borrow from the future. If you worry about what may happen tomorrow and it doesn't happen, you have worried in vain. Even if it does happen, you have to worry twice.' |
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jclambert
True Blue Farmgirl
149 Posts
Judy
Stringtown
Oklahoma
USA
149 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2010 : 09:01:09 AM
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I'm new here but am already feeling comfortable. Everybody please keep my step-son and family in your thoughts and prayers. He is a MSGT in the Air Force Reserve and is leaving tomorrow for combat training then will be shipped either to Iraq or Afghanistain, he will not know which until he leaves, and doesn't know if he will get to come home before he goes. This will be his 5th tour of duty. To everyone else who has a family member in the service, my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Judy
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delicia
True Blue Farmgirl
917 Posts
delicia
cincinnati
ohio
USA
917 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2010 : 1:15:25 PM
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Mary Jane, James went to college in Rochester and is coming back to visit soon.
Thank you for your prayers. James is still looking for acceptance and he is doing some volunteer work at our church and he just loves that. He actually has been with hearing people most of his life as we do not really know any other deaf people. He knows that a hearing person may be the one to date and he is open to that. He wants to be with someone that is fun to be around and communicate with him. I pray he finds her.
Judy, I will pray for your family and your step son. That is an amazing gift that he is giving to us and I can not imagine how hard it is for you. Please let him know that I appreciate his sacrifice. If you wanted to email me his address I will be happy to send him cards etc... while he is away.
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maggie14
True Blue Farmgirl
6784 Posts
Hannah
Washington
USA
6784 Posts |
Posted - Mar 11 2010 : 2:51:24 PM
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Judy, prayers sent for you son! Please keep us posted!
Delicia, I am sure your son will find a beautiful and fun loving girl that will love him with her whole heart! He sounds like a wonderful young man and I pray that he will find that special someone. :)
Hugs,
Channah
Farmgirl sister #1219
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jclambert
True Blue Farmgirl
149 Posts
Judy
Stringtown
Oklahoma
USA
149 Posts |
Posted - Mar 12 2010 : 05:43:38 AM
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Delicia,
I thought I had send another message to you last night. My stupid must be in overdrive. I'm sorry for jumping in on your topic, after I sent my message I realized I was on the wrong thing. Duh...Bear with me, I'm new to this. Thank you for all of your kind words and the offer to send cards and such. We won't know for sure where he is for about 2 months. A really long wait, but there are alot of other families in the same situation.
I wish the best for your son and hope he finds all the happiness in the world.
Judy
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delicia
True Blue Farmgirl
917 Posts
delicia
cincinnati
ohio
USA
917 Posts |
Posted - Mar 13 2010 : 06:24:23 AM
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Judy, Hello if your stupid is in overdrive mine is racing it.... I will be praying for you and your son and the families who have loved ones serving our Country. It is a huge sacrifice for all and I am so appreciative of all that they and their families mean to our country. It really touches me and what ever I can do I am here.
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
6066 Posts
Jeannie
Florida
USA
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Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 5:06:29 PM
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Delicia - just found this thread, and am hoping that your family is doing well and that your son is still being cautious about meeting new folks on the internet no matter what the situation. Thinking of you all!
Farmgirl Sister # 31
www.blueskyjeannie.blogspot.com
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classygram
True Blue Farmgirl
1812 Posts
Brenda
Pleasant Hill
Mo.
USA
1812 Posts |
Posted - Mar 21 2010 : 8:14:15 PM
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Judy, prayers are leaving now that he remains safe and for you during the time he is gone.
Bless you, Brenda
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony" Mahatma Gandhi |
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delicia
True Blue Farmgirl
917 Posts
delicia
cincinnati
ohio
USA
917 Posts |
Posted - Mar 27 2010 : 05:31:31 AM
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Thank you everyone James is slowing down his communication so I just pray that he can find a nice girl here at home.
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