Posts by alias

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My Book of Bible Stories

by brianhenke in

i was looking through my book of bible stories (1978 ed.

) and i have two questions:.

- have the jws re-issued it, and.... - did they make any changes between editions?.

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Brian,

I think they changed part of an illustration one one of the Noah's flood pages. In the water you could see an animal that looked sort of dinosaurish... but it was taken out in later revisions.

At least I think that's what I remember.

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How the WTS brings a child's confidence & self-esteem down

by Nosferatu in

this is a bit of a spinoff of avishai's post "anyone been beat up for being a dub?

" i suffered this as a jw and i completely blame the wts for it.

the following quotes are from the pink great teacher book:.

So sorry to hear about your experiences. I feel for you. Unfortunately, even non-dubs experience similiar things in school. Growing up is hard enough... being the target for someone else makes it unbearable.

Someone very close to me endured similiar crap... it hurts, I know. I'm glad you are who you are now, your humorous way at dealing with that guy in the bar made me smile.

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18

But I Wont Cry For Yesterday....

by Pleasuredome in

a positive message for those who are feeling down.

after a year of being out of the 'mind prison', things seem to be moving in the right direction for me.

i've met the people and am doing things that will make a real difference in my life.

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the borg had instilled in me such a short-term focus and expectation of armageddon, so i was unable to plan for anything in the future. now that i've been free from that mind control, the future isn?t as daunting. there are things to plan for and enjoy. i look back on those 'wasted' 6 years without any sort of anger, as it was a huge learning experience for me. maybe without those 6 years i wouldn't be in such a good position as i am in now. so i'm not going to look back with bitterness and resentment at the JW life.

Pleasuredome,

I enjoyed your post and congratulate you on your progressive attitude. We let life slip by even more when we wallow in negative feelings and regrets about the past. Of course we need to take time to process our feelings, but if we want to move on with our lives, we have to accept what was and plan for what will be.

It's our choice.

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Random Ramblings :(

by El Kabong in

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i haven't been here for a while, but i don't know where else i could let this out (so to speak).

i just got back from a funeral from someone i only met a few times.

the person was the mother of my daughter's friend.

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El K,

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Even though you only met this woman a few times, her life touched yours in a wonderful way. Through her death, she's helping you to reassess some things in your own life. Experiences like this do put it all into perspective.

The pastor at the funeral today made a point that eventually this (pointing at the coffin) is where all of us is going to wind up. It doesn't matter who we are or what we do for a living, what we have, what kind of car we drive. This is the reality of life.

A sobering thought indeed. Which is why we have to give meaning to our lives each day and focus on what is important to us, and take care of ourselves. Discovering what is beneath the veneer of this world and leaving behind something of value for others to learn and grow with is about all we can hope for. I know if I can do that, my life was worth it.

Peace to you,

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Things that remind you of the WT BS

by dh in

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i'm one of those people who constantly gets reminded of random things by other random things, especially word associations & music... .

things that remind me of the my life as a jw (and i use the word 'life' very loosly) .

1. all along the watchtower (song by jimi hendrix) .

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Things that remind you of the WT BS

This Web site. ;)

Fundamentalism.

Some classical music.

The Bible.

My family.

Some friends.

The books and literature in my house.

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Are You Going To The Memorial This Year?

by minimus in

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i think it's april 4th.

(i think).

are you going?

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Are You Going To The Memorial This Year?

I might.

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Why Depression Sucks.

by shamus in

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because you can make jokes and appear "happy" at the drop of a hat, meanwhile, you're being chewed up from the inside out.

because you can't learn to take one day at a time because your good days are always overshadowed by knowing that you're going to just slip back down again.

it's inevitable.

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(((shamus and others)))

The depression rollercoaster is a difficult ride to be on. Yes it sucks, and unfortunately nobody has the power to feel *exactly* what we are going through. But that doesn't mean they don't sincerely care or want to help. I know many who do, they just 'don't know' what to do for us. So they do the best that they can with good intentions. That in itself means a great deal to me.

I struggle with a diagnosed depressive disorder that is intensified more during *certain* times of the month. I've been on and off meds, and know when I absolutely need to be on them. I just want to be free, but I have to take care of my well-being. How I wish it wasn't part of who I am, but it is. That is my reality.

I have many dark nights when I fantasize about how to make it all end. I can't promise anyone that I never will. I almost feel like it will happen because "it's just meant to be." Skewed thinking, I know. That's the depression talking, but it's me who has to struggle with the effects of it and live with it daily.

One thing that helps me at times is the H.A.L.T. principle. Depression is often magnified if you're Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired. If you have the power to change any of those states, it can help relieve the feelings. I learned that from reading a book by Susan Rose Blauner titled "How I stayed alive when my brain was trying to kill me." A very good book, btw that jumped off the shelf at the library into my hands one day. It put many of my own feelings into words and offered some good food for thought about what to do when the crisis points are upon us.

I know my words won't take away your pain, but just know that you are not alone. People do care and would love to see us well.

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18

I was at Deaths Door today.

by orangefatcat in

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yes for some reason this morning on my way home from the sleep clinic, did i realize that with in an hour we were going to be at deaths door.

after arriving home this morning at 6:30 i was greeted by my husband ready to go out to the resturant for breakfast.

i needed first to bathe and wash my hair of the sticky glue they use at the clinic to hold the electrodes in place.

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(((Orangefatcat)))

I'm so glad to hear you are okay. A scary experience indeed...

I always thank the cosmos for those "reminders" of how precious life is and to live life to the full each day.

Be well.

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my hair

by LukeN in

lately ive been getting alot of negative comments from brothers,sisters and others about the length of my hair.

i mean sure its long but theres nothing wrong about it.

is there anything in the sciptures about hair length in men.. god its ridiculous when others try to put you down.. well you can judge for yourself.. .

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Luke,

I like it!

Nos, What a gorgeous smile and friendly face. Why aren't you using that picture as your avatar?

:)

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Can't decide to stay or leave the Organisation?

by PopeOfEruke in

if any current jw is having second thoughts on the religion and is having trouble deciding whether to stay in the org.

or leave, here is a simple test to help you decide:.

scenario: armageddon has started.

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I would never slaughter people.

If God requested that, he might as well kill me first.

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