Welcome to my boat, i wasn't an elder...i was an MS. i noticed the BS and the Nov 13 WT that said to obey no matter what was a "WTF". i knew then i had to get out.
i changed congos, during that time i was able to step down. i used the excuse of work.
but, this has take a toll on my marriage. we too have been together 27 years....we are on the brink of divorce. she is so blinded by the watchtower.
i wish you luck and hope everything works out for you.
drop me a message is you want to talk.