I had a similar experience two years ago, but I'm a few decades younger. I grew up with this JW family I was real close to. I left the organization when I was 18 and had no contact with this family for nearly 17 years. The son of this family died of cancer at an early age of only 58. This family meant the world to me and made me depress for not seeing them because they encompassed my entire childhood. So I reached out and they were happy to hear from me. I was invited over but it didn't take long for the pressure to begin. They even had an elder there that chastised me for marrying out of the truth and marrying a devoted Catholic. If I could do it over again, I would never of made contact. The JW are so indoctrinated that I have to remind me the relationship ended the day I walked away some 20 years ago.
Should I send my condolence?
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Phaedra
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eyeuse2badub
Do the right thing regardless of what others do or say!
just saying!
eyeuse2badub
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Slidin Fast
It has been said. Do the right thing, it can be accepted or not but fiends are friends, others can't control what you do. -
James Mixon
I decided to send my condolence and my phone number. Thanks again
for all the wonderful advice. The last I heard he is no longer a elder.
I will inform you folks on the outcome.
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Diogenesister
James it sounds like your ex wife's husband was getting jealous of YOU being such a big important part of all their lives...
Reach out to your good friend...do what feel's right ....don't let the borg change your good nature, they have no power over you now.
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James Mixon
Diogenesister: Yes I think so "husband getting jealous". It's so childish, he have
told my kids to not bring my name up in his presence. We(families in the missionary work)
had a lot of history and good times together.