Hi parakeet, emo and everyone else. Africa, I am jealous that you get to go to Egypt, I want to go there so badly! This year we did not plan anything big because we had so many family and friends things going on and they are all driving trips (Yeek - the gas here is up to about $3.15 per gallon and rising). We are in Boston area and have family in CT and NY and NJ. So lots of driving there. But it is nice to see everyone. I had lost touch with a lot of family when I was in the WT but since leaving (I can't believe its been more than 2 years already), we have reconected with most of them. Also, I have been making new friends as many are leaving the WT in my area.
Went to the beach yesterday with the kids and my girlfriend who is also an ex JW, she was telling me that another gal recently contacted her and said she is not going back to the WT either. Hurray! Now we have another gal to hang around town with. The more the merrier I say.
It is so nice to have a life again. I have been really happy. My kids are having a great time to with trips to the local teen center, movies with friends and sleepovers, they are very happy and thriving. I am off antidepresents all together now (I had serious depression in the org), have lost 20 pounds this summer ( my bathing suit from 2 years ago finally fits again) and I am starting a new part time job soon doing something I truly love!
Sorry for rambling. Even if I had nothing to do this summer, just being free from the Org and all its ridulous rules and having my life back and health are reason enough to celebrate. I am sure many of you feel the same way. Anyway, I hope everyone enjoys their summer to the MAX! Lilly
