For a change, happy JW memories anyone? (page 5)

SM62

Scooby,

Of course we all have some good memories about being a JW, just as an ex-Catholic, ex-Baptist, ex-Muslim or whatever would have some happy memories. But these are memories everyone has in general about their childhood etc. None of my happy memories are directly connected to the fact I was a JW. They are connected to my children growing up, their friends, my family, get-togethers, parties, holidays etc. These are memories people have the world over. I would have had these good times even if I hadn't been a JW. Being a JW did not increase my happiness, increase my circle of friends or increase my self-worth.

The people in the organisation are basically sound. I made many friends - I have also made a few enemies due to the fact that I speak my mind. I know I shouldn't, but I have this urge to open my mouth and speak sometimes, even though I am a woman Outrageous, isn't it!!

The overwhelming feeling I get when I think of the WTS is unhappiness. Sorry - but that's the way it is. I am definitely on my way out.

Terri

smack

Mac, you utter utter bastard

Steve (late bloomer)

Mac

If it's any consolation, Steve, I lied just to torment you........I was 13 and bible books did not factor in ('cept fer maybe Song of Solomon)

mac,of the late, early, just on time .......appreciates all bloomers class

HadEnuf

Met my hubby as a witness...thank goodness we both came out together too. I suppose while I was a witness many things kept me happy...showers, weddings, cong. picnics (when they were allowed), my beautiful sons, etc. etc. etc. But nothing compares to the happiness that comes from being OUT...(sorry...I just had to say that),,,and free. Looking back, all those things were temporary happinesses (is that a word?) because you couldn't really be happy unless you were going to get in that new order...that's where your true happiness would come from. Cathy L.

p.s. if this post does not make sense it is because I just took a pain pill and that is making me really, really happy!

Mulan

You're right. There were some really good, fun times. I love getting together with large groups but then, I am a very social person.

I always loved the quick builds, the conventions, and the parties. We had some good times. I would never have met my husband if I hadn't been a JW. I can't imagine that................or not having the children I have and the grandkids. Thankfully we are all out of the "thing".

I miss the friendships, but they were so artificial anyway.

CoonDawg

Well, I guess one of my favoriet Dub memories was a get together that we had. We did it as a "roast" and all the servants in the cong were the victimes...as well as their families. It wasn't malicious, just very funny. All of us kids embellished their actions and portrayed them to the rest of the onlookers. It was a hoot. We had at least one area to poke a bit of fun at all of them.

That's probably my chart topper for full on JW related memories.

Also, by being a 'dub, I started a study with a man who taught me that non-JW can be as much or more caring than 'dubs. I'll be ever grateful for that opportunity to have my life touched by this man. He was my friend and I miss him. He died at 46 yrs. from alcohol abuse.

Ern

core

Yes - working with Wilf Gooch who was British Branch Overseer - he was a kind, compassionate and deeply considerate brother - sadly not with us now and his sort in short supply these days but he was a true Pillar in the Congregation and privilege to have known

Working at Assemblies in pre/post convention work - it really was fun - again not now as anodised assemblies have removed the fun

Trips with the brothers / outings etc - happy days with decent people - Circuit Assemblies when the circuit hired various holiday cam sites (Bream Sands was one I recall) and everyone stayed in the chalets - many many years ago now

logansrun

I once was out in service with this elder and he bought me a donut.

There. Nice experience. Satisfied?

Bradley

unique1

I actually enjoyed field service when it was with my two best friends. We always had a blast together.

iiz2cool

I had a few good experiences as a JW, but those memories have become painful since I found out the truth about the org. Now I view even those happy experiences as a waste of time.

Walter

For a change, happy JW memories anyone?

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