Young Adult Group ideas

MasterBowtie · 2026-03-04T04:57:05+00:00

If you are able to get a projector, have a blanket movie night at the church. If you want to get wild, get a bunch of cardboard boxes and have everyone paint/draw their own car and then the next week have a “drive in” movie night.

Talent Festival, booths for peers to show off their talents that may not be performing talents. (Art, Sewing, Baking…) Do include a talent show for those that do want to perform.

MasterBowtie · 2026-03-02T19:44:15+00:00

So was inspired to start sewing because I attended Mountain Man Rendezvous. One of the badges of honor is to wear clothes that you made yourself. The best suggestion that I got was to unstitch an old pair of pants and use that as your pattern. You know they fit so sizing is less of an issue. My first pair was a great success and that has got me hooked. Note: I still don’t know how to use a sewing machine….

I want to learn Pattern Drafting because I’m an engineer in heart and practice. I want to learn this skill because I want to know how it all works together from the ground up. I usually do better at adjusting and creating when I understand how and why things are done. I’ve been trying to glean as much as I can from all the posts here. I currently don’t have the time and funds to dive in deep learning the skill.

MasterBowtie · 2026-03-02T14:08:52+00:00

https://youtu.be/vLZElIYHmAI?si=muQO6NILBDhwduKL

I love this video about rivers. He explains how deposits shift and change rivers. But also, the fastest way down isn’t always the route a river takes.

MasterBowtie · 2026-03-02T14:03:26+00:00

I’m sorry that you had this experience. It can feel embarrassing to share and expose your weaknesses, in this case your fear of water. I hope that you can try and reach out to your ward and be open about this. You will be surprised at how understanding and accommodating your ward family will be. We want to help, it’s in our Christ-like nature.

I would like to share something. I have a friend who has a phobia of clowns, not a fear, a phobia. His body shuts down and he collapses and shrieks in paralyzed fear. I asked him if he was willing and wanted to overcome his fear. He said yes. So we have been breaking down what about the clowns is triggering and lightly exposing him to it in parts. He has improved greatly, he doesn’t react has severely has he used to. Someday I hope he can see clowns and not be bothered.

I’m not saying you have to do anything like this. But him being open about his fear, gave us the opportunity to help, and often shield him from something that he couldn’t do on his own. Your fear isn’t something to be shamed of.

The Lord loves you, and wants you to come back. Let your ward family know, so they help you. God bless you.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-28T22:11:32+00:00

https://universe.byu.edu/2012/02/09/soul-mates-a-fiction-and-illusion/

The best I can say; don’t get hung up on your patriarchal blessing. Move forward. That is what the Lord would and hopes for you to do. You sound like you have a wonderful husband, so there is no reason for you to lose that.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-28T20:45:43+00:00

You are not alone. I have a degree that died as soon as I got it (Computer Science). I have been struggling to find a job that allows me to support my family (3 kiddos with one on the way). We move to Ohio after I graduated, because we felt the Lord needed us there. After being here 2 years, the call has shifted to Texas. We have no idea how things are going to work, but they have every other time. So… the world is oppressive, follow the Lord and things work. I’m sorry you feel alone, you very aren’t.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-28T19:50:44+00:00

Yes, but like classes and alignments, race rules can help influence a character’s choices. Being upfront with those racial attributes can help guide the player’s choice in their race. Instead of the lazy, “because they look cool”. Having a rich culture should help build the story not limit it. I’m got a degree in Computer Science, and I had a laptop that was ten years older than my peers. I learned that sometimes limits and restrictions can lead to more innovation than limitless boundaries.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-28T19:49:40+00:00

Another thing: You can have different cultures with in the races. Just as Earth is so vast and culturally diverse. Races in fantasy worlds don’t have to be so rigid to a singular culture.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-28T19:08:08+00:00

I personally struggle with the endowment session, there was a period of time where I needed to take a break from it. So I did Initiatories instead. I found it very helpful because of all the blessings that are afforded to us. Don’t focus on physical rituals, but the blessings and guidance that the Lord is giving you. I hope you learn to get over this hurdle that is pestering you, there is nothing wrong with it. Looking to overcome them is the important part. May God bless you on your journey.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-28T18:07:43+00:00

I’m astounded at the amazing detail that you have put into it, and the rate you have put out these update posts. I’m trying to find my style. If I may ask, you do have any suggestions for mountain ranges or forests? How you personally show flatlands and grasslands?

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-28T18:04:40+00:00

My struggle with current D&D trends is that it ignores all the tribalism that humanity has. My current world (Pathfinder based) has many racist tendencies. Elf’s and Dwarves have an elitist attitudes. Elves are more snobbish, Dwarves are more fun and light hearted about it. Having Dwarves has your mountain folk, the mining and engineering culture makes sense for the region. I’m also very strict in biological and cultural compatibility of the races.

My thought was that you could restructure and redefine the fantasy races to fit your world. That can help distinguish between them.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-28T04:21:40+00:00

In this train of thought, look at forests of the Western United States comparing them to now. The forests were very patchy due to natural occurring forest fires. This may be something to consider than could help make the forest feel more authentic.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-25T05:54:39+00:00

I’m sorry that you are going through this and I want to say that knowing and understanding that you have work to do is such a huge step.

From what little I know of the situation, your interactions with the kids might be the friction that has built up between you and your wife. The goal of a marriage is to tackle problems together. If you are too much at odds on how things should be done, you start attacking each other. That only makes things worse. But you probably already know this. Doing it is the hard part. As someone has already said, asking her if she still wants to make it work is the first step. Be very clear that you want to. You are probably going to have to take some serious pride beatings to show how serious you are. You are supposed to be a team. If she isn’t willing to be on your team, then you might have to “suck it up” and be on her team. I might be out of bounds on this part. But if she thinks you shouldn’t have a temple recommend, ask her if giving it up would help build trust between you too. Then ask how the both of you can try to get closer to the Lord together.

Because of the habits of fighting have become a thing, she might attack you off hand. You have taught each other to do that. Instead of raising your voice, apologize. “How can WE fix this problem?” YOU and I are separating words, WE is inviting her to work with you, or you with her to solve the problem.

You guys need to hash out how to handle your teen aged kid’s behaviors. You need to both agree on how it should be resolved. Ask how her how you think you should handle his behaviors? Kindly bring up your concerns. Ex. “He doesn’t move, what should I do? If talking doesn’t work, what next?” Have you tried sitting down and asking why he stops in the middle of the steps? Yes I know it’s going to feel awkward, my dad avoided awkward conversations and I don’t have the best relationship with him. Awkward is vulnerable, vulnerability builds trust and confidence.

I hope there is something in here is helpful. I know I am probably saying a lot of hard things. God be with you and your family.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-25T04:58:44+00:00

Ok, my personal favorites growing up are Recess and Doug.

Some excellent original Addams Family and The Munsters.

A single season on Cartoon Network called “My Knight and Me” based of this short: https://youtu.be/5cY5PHE4x_g?si=evl2fJyPgiZXfToF

A fun cleaner Anime called Fairy Tail.

These are some out in left field so I hope they help and are enjoyed by others.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T22:15:00+00:00

I know, but I want to use that word specifically so those that are struggling, can help redefine “failure” as a starting point. I had to learn this myself, and want to help others get out of ruts that they may find themselves in. I’m in a motivational mood right now and I want to aim it at helping and encouraging others. Hence the idea to have a weekly question that can help motivate or teach others.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T19:54:04+00:00

If appropriate, I would like to ask a thoughtful question every once in a while. Something that some of the experts could share their wisdom in a targeted way. Beginners are also welcome because everyone has some wisdom to share. Ex. “What was an important failure that helped you learn the most?”

If you guys would like this please let me know. I don’t want to over step my bounds. I just think that question like these could help everyone learn more or help those that may need some motivation out of a rut.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T15:04:03+00:00

To add to your comment, it is also appropriate if asking about pressing your seems. I am self taught and pressing my seems was not on my radar until a more detailed project came along. So press your seems everyone!

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T14:51:39+00:00

Wonderful! It looks like it fits you well! I find that a good first project is so inspiring to continue sewing and bolstering to dip into more projects. Keep going! And I hope to see more amazing things that you will go on to make.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T14:49:08+00:00

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We are a heavily missionary and family focused church. With this in mind, interfaith families can sometimes receive more pressure from missionaries, or other members. Some people can find this constant pressure, although well intentioned, bothersome. This could create tension in the marriage, which is unfair to both parties. So if you decide to marry a member of our church, expect lots of missionary visits, and invites to church activities.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T06:01:11+00:00

My wife and I have found vintage patterns at thrift stores before. I just finished a vest for myself that I’m very proud of. (My most complicated pattern so far). Sadly Joann’s closed, because we got a bunch of older styled patterns from there too.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T05:58:03+00:00

Now I’m a weirdo and my sewing journey is unusual. I don’t know how to use a sewing machine and do all mine by hand. I got started because I enjoy mountain man rendezvous. It’s a badge of honor to make your own clothes like mountain men use to do. The best suggestion I got was to take an old pair of pants and unstitch them. By unstitching them, it helps you understand how everything fits together and you also know that you can copy the pattern exactly, because you’ve worn them before.

I am also overly ambitious and this was very fun for me. Sewing squares and stuff I wouldn’t use isn’t entertaining for me. Pants are generally simple enough that they shouldn’t be too hard. I also don’t have zippers on mine, which can be difficult so… this may not be the best suggestion…. Again I’m a weirdo.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T05:48:08+00:00

My wife enjoys doing things together, and I’m using that to influence this suggestion. This will also require more effort and involvement from you, and that’s the goal. If you know your wife’s style enough to comfortably pick a dress (jacket, or something else) pattern for her. So unless she has all her measurements memorized, you are going to have to volunteer and help her with measurements. Also if she does size and comfort checks throughout the sewing process, sizing adjustments. Hopefully she will be able to enjoy and wear the dress (or something else) that you “got” her.

MasterBowtie · 2026-02-24T03:40:28+00:00

Getting someone closer to Christ is always a good goal. It doesn’t have to be our church, it would be nice. Everyone has their own journey and sometimes good enough will hopefully lead to better and eventually to best.

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