Last night we met at Dave & Busters in Times Square. I hadn't been around any ex-JWs save for this board for almost a year. It was very refreshing to be with people who I share a common experience with. I only knew one other person there. Yet I felt like I was among old friends in literally minutes. Further I brought my girlfriend along who has never been a JW. I was a little apprehensive about doing this. I have discussed the JWs with her extensively though and she benefited so much from the event and was able to relate. One non-JW spouse was also there which made my girl feel at ease. So for those of you trying to cope with exiting this cultish group, meetups like this can be helpful. For those of you near NYC who want to meet us, check us out at http://exjw.meetup.com/333/boards/
Isaac Carmignani
The NYC Meetup group
by truthsetsonefree 5 Replies latest jw friends
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truthsetsonefree
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NewYork44M
Heya Isaac,
I had a great time and glad I came. Good to see who you are on JWD. My only complaint was that with so many ex-elders at the meeting I was afraid someone was going to be disfellowshipped out of force of habit.
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truthsetsonefree
Yeah I thought kissing my girlfriend would get me in "the back room".
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mouthy
I am so glad you met... Any pictures? I love getting together with EX JWs .Isnt it funny-we never knew each other yet there is a bond with us all. I have met so many & can honestly say I a have great love for them....
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NewYork44M
There were pix and hope they get posted.
You are correct while most did not know anyone we became instant friends because of our shared experiences.
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