As 2004 winds down and my 4th year of association at this board winds down as well, my posting stats accurately reflect a transitition that been going on for me with respect to the jw religion, a process that is quite natural and healthy. I'm sure that many members have had a similar experience.
Here's a rundown of four years here for me:
Year 1: Still associated with jwism (in fact, still an elder) but questioning it, I found this board which was linked to Freeminds.org and began posting late in the year 2000. Total posts 290, some of which actually are pro-jw.
Year 2: Still attending, but not as frequently. Total posts 710, no pro-jw posts at all. Seriously questioning the religion, I stop engaging in field service later in the year.
Year 3: Quit attending in March. 3,300 posts by year's end reflect the fact that the board has helped tremendously (changed username in late 2002 btw).
Year 4: Total fade complete. Extended family barely brings up the matter any longer (Yay!) Christmas tree is erected and decorated. Total posts: 278, reflecting fact that discussing the religion is now becoming (to me) counterproductive, and I no longer seem to need frequent assurance that I've done the right thing.
Of course, posting stats don't always reflect the level of activity at a board, but in my case it does. Does this mean that I'll eventually leave altogether?
Well, never say never, but I still enjoy it here. After all, not all topics need be jw related. But I'm happy to report that I no longer need the board as I once did - which is a sign of healthy progression away from a religion that dominated my life for so many years.