Like most everyone here, I had a painful yet liberating exiting of the Org.
One of the most difficult parts was saying goodbye to a dear friend. He couldn't believe that I no longer was a "believer", and during our last conversation 3 years ago, he ran out in tears extremely upset. I told him that I would always love him and thought there was a good chance that that was the last time I'd ever talk to him.
However last week......He called me!!!!
He's been sort of fading and going thru a seperation with his wife and so kind of out in "no man's land". He needs friends and support which he's not getting or going to get from his family. So he's contacted some of us that have left.
When he called I couldn't believe I was actually talking to my old friend!! We had him over yesterday and it was like old times. He's got a rough road ahead of him but he's on the way out. We made plans to do some of the things we've always done together (hiking , concerts ect.) Can't wait!
I relate this story to all of you who are hurting and missing your friends and family. You truly never know what's going to happen.
Be patient, live your truth and don't give up hope!!!!!