This past year has seen this group experience many joys and sorrows. So many have had serious struggles this past year. It has been wonderful to see the amazing support offered to all those who need it. I have watched as so many of you have offered your time and energy and compassion to be there for those who needed it.
I think this group really has demonstrated the spirit of giving, not only once a year (as we were once told) but all year long. And the giving has been without any pressure from others or only directed to "deserving" ones.
My heart and thoughts go out to all those who are still struggling with problems this year. For some it is health, others it is family or legal issues. For some it is the struggle to become free of the WTS shackles. And for many it is the work of rediscovery in a world without petty rules.
It has been wonderful to see so many new ones leave the ranks of the JWs and find a way to freedom. And they have been welcomed, their questions answered or they have been directed to places for more information.
JWD has been a home for so many of us over the years. The changes to JWD have some worried, not only about where they will go but where so many new ones who are leaving or are contemplarting leaving the WTS will go to get the support they need.
Hopefully JWN will fill that need. I know I am looking forward to it. And already have a couple of people waiting in the wings for the grand opening.
Love and best wishes to all of you regardless of where you go
Lee