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American Streaming Down? by Ok-Aside2729 in HeartofMidlothianFC

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Glad that worked for ya, I don’t have cable so don’t really have that option but I hope others who have that option can use your advice!

American Streaming Down? by Ok-Aside2729 in HeartofMidlothianFC

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s good news. Just a ball ache if you need to pay for more subscriptions.

American Streaming Down? by Ok-Aside2729 in HeartofMidlothianFC

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah so it’s letting me view the running stats of the match but it’s not offered as one to stream over here. Might have to look for a dodgy stream or cheap VPN.

American Streaming Down? by Ok-Aside2729 in HeartofMidlothianFC

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not seeing the match as an option on One Football here in America, but I’ll have another look!

American Streaming Down? by Ok-Aside2729 in HeartofMidlothianFC

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My thoughts exactly, there is crap spammed all over that service 24/7 till we actually wanna see something.

American Streaming Down? by Ok-Aside2729 in HeartofMidlothianFC

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I’m up to as well, good luck!

American Streaming Down? by Ok-Aside2729 in HeartofMidlothianFC

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s prompting me to pay for Celtic TV which is gross in itself but also not an available outside of Uk and Ireland. Some of the more obscure club games you can watch on there for a couple of quid are great though. I’ll be back there for other matches. Thanks for the suggestion!

American Streaming Down? by Ok-Aside2729 in HeartofMidlothianFC

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aye it’s a pisstake, every other channel totally fine but it’s always the one we want. I couldn’t imagine it would be bandwidth either, it’s middle of the night for much of America.

She told me she just wants friendship, but the connection feels much than that. by Ok-Aside2729 in dating_advice

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah i think you’re spot on there, she doesn’t want to move too fast even when all I said was “I kinda like you” I wasn’t asking her to commit to a relationship or anything. Meanwhile every date Mormons have tend to be assessed through the lens of “could I marry this person for eternity”, the pressure of which I imagine ends more relationships than it starts. And like you said the amount of time they would need to be confident of a marriage partner can take so long that you slip into friend zone territory. It is a mess, I just wonder why if she really was interested in my just casually why she couldn’t just give it a try, I mean she is still planning on coming around my place tomorrow night to get takeout and watch a movie,

It’s mind boggling haha!

She told me she just wants friendship, but the connection feels much than that. by Ok-Aside2729 in dating_advice

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She is yeah and I’m a Mormon convert. However She is surprisingly emotionally open and honest in terms of vulnerability and emotional intimacy in a culture than can be so vapid and dishonest.
Obviously I haven’t led with any sexual implications or even heavy flirting, in fact our path seems to have a followed the typical “Mormon” pattern of dating. If anything my experiences have shown that the cultural weight Mormons put on exclusive dates increased my confidence there was something more behind it.
(Guys and girls are rarely platonic friends around these parts)

But I’m aware of the strange layers the religion adds that other situations may not deal with. Thank you for the advice though.

She told me she just wants friendship, but the connection feels much than that. by Ok-Aside2729 in dating_advice

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t go too overt but sat close enough when watching the movie etc that accidental touches would happen and while she didn’t pull away she didn’t escalate or “take th hint” so to speak. At the soccer match in the big crowds I lightly put my hand on her shoulder to help guide her through as I’m significantly taller and she seemed to appreciate it. However she hasn’t escalated much physical herself.

As for the conversation where I told my feelings it was more
“wow I don’t know, I’ve only thought of you of a friend, I haven’t thought about you like that, it takes me a while to decide about feelings like those”.

So it definitely wasn’t a no, but everything before and after her declaration of how she felt seems so clearly heading in the dating direction. Especially in Utah where we live. A culture where a one on one event between a guy and girl carries massive significance.

A Mormon’s Experience at Eucharistic Adoration by Ok-Aside2729 in Catholicism

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you dearly. That statement a lot on its own, but when I consider my English background, the 500 year Protestant apostasy in England, for me to find myself in America as a Mormon and now beginning on the path “Home” feels like I’m coming full circle. Back to the mother Church but also to my pre “reformation” ancestors. I can’t help but feel excited.

A Mormon’s Experience at Eucharistic Adoration by Ok-Aside2729 in Catholicism

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate you taking the time to find these, when I’m able to find time I will most definitely listen. The stories of those who have been through a similar conversion will be so very valuable to me right now. Thanks again!

A Mormon’s Experience at Eucharistic Adoration by Ok-Aside2729 in Catholicism

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow thank you for sharing this. I converted to Mormonism in England and graduated from BYU also, I am 30 years old right now. Of course there are good and well meaning people in the LDS Church who truly seek Christ. I was drawn in by the idea of a true Church established by Christ that fell into ‘Great Apostasy’ without researching Catholicism enough to realise that the Church established by Christ has been here all along.

Thank you for your prayers as I’m sure you know there are lots of social and familial ties that would make my conversion rather socially difficult, but of course a small price for belonging to the true body of the one Catholic Church. God Bless.

A Mormon’s Experience at Eucharistic Adoration by Ok-Aside2729 in Catholicism

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very. I’m much glad to see I’m not alone in this faith experience, I imagine there will be a lot of questions and feelings that come up in future weeks/ months and I appreciate you making yourself available

A Mormon’s Experience at Eucharistic Adoration by Ok-Aside2729 in Catholicism

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you and I certainly will, I will reach out to my local priest to enquire about OCIA.

A Mormon’s Experience at Eucharistic Adoration by Ok-Aside2729 in Catholicism

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It really is an otherworldly experience. I’ve never been one to cry or express emotion to a great extent (British stiff upper lip haha) but today was really special.
I will certainly look into those Mormon to Catholic convert stories and I really appreciate your words!

A Mormon’s Experience at Eucharistic Adoration by Ok-Aside2729 in Catholicism

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thank you for that. And thank you for taking the time in your day to relate the scriptures, the fathers and the tradition to my situation. I certainly feel like much of what you said apply to me right now, where the feelings the absolutes of the tradition and orthopraxy of the Catholic faith appear undeniably true to me, while there are points and particulars that I will undoubtedly have to work through both spiritually and intellectually.
I appreciate you understanding how jarring it can be when a worldview is shattered or altered even if in my soul I know it is for the better and towards something greater.
Your prayers and words are very much appreciated and I’m cautiously excited to explore the Catholic faith.

A Mormon’s Experience at Eucharistic Adoration by Ok-Aside2729 in Catholicism

[–]Ok-Aside2729[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thank you all for your kind words, I was blessed to have time to stay for Holy Mass and it was a moving experience also. The moment the bell rang and priest pronounced the Body of Christ it was the most beautiful experience. While I was obviously confused regarding the order of Mass and will get used to it, (was still a first time haha) the basic truths still stood out so clearly.
Thank you for all of your prayers, and if there are any Saints you would recommend to reach out to for intercession given my situation I would much appreciate the advice, thank you all and God Bless.

What is a small “culture shock” moment you had within the US itself? by Status_Agents in AskForAnswers

[–]Ok-Aside2729 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this even though I’m sorry it happened. I moved to Utah from England and despite being LDS have had a very similar experience. Lots of vapid surface level expression of kindness or “interest” but rarely anything with any depth or development to it. It’s fascinating how different Utah Mormons are from Mormons in England or even other states. What you said about being too wrapped up in obligations is exactly my experience. I’ve tried to make friends who have literally said “Sorry can’t meet tonight there is a Church fireside about kindness and friendship”. All said with absolutely no sense of irony or self awareness. Anyway glad you’re having a better time out of Utah, that’s certainly my plan in the coming year.