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larc

I just got on the net last December. At that time, I has a conversation with JAVA and he told me about his web site. (You should visit it, if you haven't already.) He had this place listed, and well, I've lived happily ever after.

I have learned a lot here. I did not realize there was a pedophile problem. I did not know that college was still discouraged, even though written policy had changed.

I really enjoy learning about the inner workings of the Society. I also enjoy reading stories of people's recovery - a real testiment to the power of the human spirit.

All in all, this is a great place to be.

peaceloveharmony

hi Prisca

How did you find this site? Recommendation from someone? Found it while crusing the net?

i heard about this site when witnet closed. i was a lurker there because i couldn't get registered with the powers that were at that site. so when i came here and registered and WAS registered immediately, i was very happy. then i read some stuff and realized that i may actually get to say what is really on my mind...was very happy about that i also posted just a little bit on the old H2O and i read that board daily. i felt a bit more free to post here at j-w.com since this was a smaller community then.

What have you gained from being here?

a LOT! friends, insights in the inner workings of the borg, knowledge, information, friends, wisdom (i hope!), friends

What insights have you learnt about the WTS, about faith, about other people, or about yourself?

about the wts:
had no clue about the inner workings of the borg, what bethel life is like, the pedophile problem, the sheer numbers of exjws, the amazing amount of contradictory things found in their own writings!! (a special thanks to all of you who take the time and effort compile this information for us "research challenged" folks lol.)

about faith:
well, even as a jw, i really never had much faith in jehovah or the bible. i think i was just going thru the motions because that was what was expected of me. so this board and H2O and other independent reading i've done has really helped me to realize that i don't need GOD in my life to make me happy. i can make myself happy a great feeling. so i have learned to have faith in myself and not unprovable skydaddies (thanks md, love this term)

other people:
well, i've known for quite a few years now that the world had both its good and bad people in it, and i've learned that this carries over to the 'net as well. i tend to just roll with it, taking the good with the bad, tying to not the let the bad effect me and loving the good i find and see in people.

myself:
hmm, hardest one for me to answer....besides this jw crap, my life has had some interesting turns in the last few months. i feel as if i'm on a continual learning adventure, like a rollercoaster. i do know that my eyes are wide open and i'm enjoying the ride of life, and can't wait to see what the future brings me. bring it on baby! lol

okay, i've gabbed enough for now.

so in closing, i want to say THANKS again to all who contribute to this board. i've gained and learned so much from so many of you and i'm not sure i'll ever be able to repay each of you directly. hugs to you all

love
harmony

"If God has spoken, why is the world not convinced?"
..........Percy Bysshe Shelley, English poet (1792-1822)

reagan_oconnor

I corresponded for a bit with Randy Watters, and he suggested that I check out this site. I never got around to it, but when a woman contacted me and suggested that I join the Women Awake! e-mail group, someone there mentioned this site. I finally made it over, joined up, and haven't left.

The End!

Reagan

I am the master of my fate/I am the captain of my soul.

VeniceIT

Hmmm I found this site Mid Jan, and had been posting rather fantically on H2O since Mulan told me about it last June!

I don't remeber if I had registerd before or after H2O switched forums. I love it right away and started posting here and on Tishies board at the first of Feb regularly! And i slowly quite posting and reading H2O haven't been there for weeks if not months.

I LOVE IT HERE!!!! I love the posts, the fights the trolls (all my little trolls) and of course one of my favorite features the CHAT ROOM. It's too fun in there, and you really get to know people and they're personalities, better then you do in posting.

It's helped me in so many ways. It's the one place I can truely express myself, and get feedback and support. And I love knowing that sometimes just a smilie or a small post can brighten someones day, I know it does for me.

I've made heaps of good friends, and look froward to meeting you all someday HAHHAHA scary eh

Ven

"I'm not a Troll I'm NOT!!!'

BoozeRunner

Hi Prisca,
I had been on H2O for awhile, under a different nic tho. I believe the GODDESS of E-MAIL, JanG sent me the link for this site. So, I checked it out, and here I am.
Lots of support here, interesting topics, and even tho I dont post a whole lot, I enjoy the wonderful exchange of ideas and thoughts.
Hell, I even like seeing what YK and FH have to say, LoL.

Boozy

Billygoat

(QUOTE)How did you find this site? Recommendation from someone? Found it while crusing the net? (/QUOTE)

I used google.com to find some JW websites. I was curious to see what my old friends and family were up to. I was shocked to come across to so many XJW sites! This was purely by accident!

(QUOTE)What have you gained from being here? (/QUOTE)

I have found a community of people that struggle with Life the same way I do. We share a history that is not easily found/shared/understood in today's society. I've gained new insight into what I thought was "just another religion". I realize now it is a cult and extremely controlling and unhealthy. I pray that God give special love to those under the spell of the WTS!

(QUOTE)What insights have you learnt about the WTS, about faith, about other people, or about yourself?(/QUOTE)

I would like to think that this shared history would make us all nicer to each other and perhaps more understanding of differences. In general, on this board that is the case, but I am frustrated with some people's rudeness and hypocrisy. I understand the anger and frustration towards the WTS, but what good is it to be rude to those no longer involved (others that post)? Aren't those people the ones we share a common bond with? I'm not quite sure what to make of it.

I don't have all the answers either, but love learning other people's viewpoints and why they live the life they live. What is it in their experiences that make them the person they are today? Is there anything I can be doing to make MY life better from other's experiences?

I really feel blessed to have found this web-site. I don't like the fact that the logo and the message under the logo is so mis-leading though. I think it makes us XJW look like we're trying to 'snare' JW men and women into an apostate web-site. Just my opinion...

Billygoat

seven006

I was posting a little on Tishie's site (now Randy's site) and someone
posted the URL for this board. I noticed my old buddy Alan F was posting here so I thought the site would end up being boring as hell. I kept reading and found out there was some of the anointed posting here as well as a couple of real life, present day prophets. I couldn't resist. I fired up my spell checker and waited for an opportunity to post.

I am a very fragile person who needs a lot of tender loving care. I cry
a lot and some times I just need a hug and a little smiley face. I saw
that you guys were major huggers and smiley face users so I (being very
shy) made one little post and then the pouring out of genuine love
started flooding in, my whole life changed. I don't hear the voices as
much as I use to and my doctor says his new Lexus is paid for now so I
don't need to come in any more. You guys did that for me.

This site has saved my life I love you all very much and...and...(sorry, I'm starting to cry again)...and I just want to thank god for screwing up my life so I could find this site and become whole again.

You people complete me.

Dave

PS: If I can ever do anything for any of you including sending you large sums of money just email me. My email address is [email protected]

philo

Hi Prisca

Waiting recommended this board to me about a year ago. I had mentioned that (old) H2O was 'a bit hecktic' and asked about other places. This place was pretty quiet then, too quiet for my liking really. It was only when H2O closed that I moved over.

I think this place is much better than the old H2O because of the layout, and because we don't seem to take it as much for granted; I think the absence of Moderators has made us more responsible. Also, I think the 'clean slate' was a good thing: Simon's agenda, if he has one, is more inclusive.

Since being here I've come round to full agreement with Silentlambs' campaign. Previously, I had viewed it rather suspiciously, as an antiwatchtower strategy.

It's a shame the different forums here aren't being used. Perhaps when a thread gets low on the main board it could be transferred to a more relevant forum. I'll mention the idea to Simon.

Good thread, Prisca.

philo

conflicted

I found this site while searching the net. I never knew anything like this existed. This was the first site I found - not counting the borg's home page. I lurked around a few forums before returning to this one. Simon's site just seemed more hospitable and friendly than the others.

I have learned a great deal here:

1) WTBS history - you certainly don't get that at the meetings.
2) There are people out there who can help when you are confused or "lost" - a bunch of them are here.
3) I never knew there were more predictions regarding "the end" - I knew about 1975, but the others were new to me.

There is soooo much more, my list would never end. Suffice it to say I'm glad I found this site, and I intend to continue unlearning JW teachings.

slipnslidemaster

Dave,

BWAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

p.s. Venice, change your profile picture back!!!

Slipnslidemaster: "But at my back I always hear Time's winged chariot hurrying near."
- Andrew Marvell

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