Posts by Rabbit

she told me that she is eating saltines and ranch dressing.. okay... i _know_ there's a boatload of ex-jws up there in dallas... yall think it might be possible to get her some real food?.

also - if anyone knows of a job opening that she might qualify for... could yall get in touch with her - and let her know?.

I just saw this...sorry you're having tough times right now. It happens to everyone. It is very heart-warming to see so many people wanting to help. I never saw this happen as among JW's. I like what you said about "there is good in this old world" after all. I know you said that 'tongue-in-cheek' using 'JW Speak'. You funny !

Mz. Wabbit says, "Hi" and she had some ideas for you: She lived in your city most of her life and she went thru just what you are right now. She got some real help from 2 different organizations, Mission ( your city ) and Catholic Charities. All you need is ID, proof of residence and bring in your bills, they can & will help in amazing ways. From clothing, baby supplies, canned foods, bread, milk, cheese...and fresh foods, too. They can also help with electric, water bills, etc. They're in the phone book.

Catholic Charities...ain't that a kick ? Remember the "Evil Satanic Empire" we were told they were? They will help everyone...irregardless of religion. Imagine what the JW's could do charity-wise with the army of door knockers spending millions of hours trying to convert people...actually tried to give folks the REAL help they need now ?

Anyone who hasn't met Lisa is missing out on a truly generous and kind lady. I knew that before I met her and confirmed it when I did meet her. We'll call ya' later.

Duh Wabbits

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I can't get the Memorial song out of my head!!!

by ohiocowboy in

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argh!!!

since i woke up this morning, i have been finding myself humming the song for the memorial tonight.

it is really freaky.

Rabbit

Even at times when I hear or read about about an assembly or convention, I sometimes find myself humming the closing song "We thank you Jehovah".

W e l l . . . I w a s n' t humming it til NOW, cowboy!

I'll probably get over it...ya' think ?

Sometimes, "We're Ja - Hovers Witnesses.." can be changed easily to "We wish you a Merry Christmas..." It SOUNDS like the same tune to me !

Rabbit

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The Memorials coming up......and ......

by ScoobySnax in

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of course i'll be there on thursday, its one of the very few meetings i go to.

i guess i'll make the same promises that i always do.

i must get back to the meetings soon, i'll see the po who always seems to make a beeline for me after, yes here's my number , phone me.

Rabbit

Scooby, You had a lot of pressure from people who naturaly want you 'off the fence'. This is hard for you, because of relatives or beliefs that you are having trouble walking away from.

My advice ? Take the time YOU need to be comfortable. Fading is good to find out who your true friends are. It took me several years of being less active, until I was just gone, the Elders haven't contacted me for 4 years now...same house, same #. Maybe they are putting out so many fires in the KH that they don't have time to go after faders.

When You are ready...is the important thing. My doubts had to build up, untill there was no return.

The Memorial was celbrated in my own house, with unleaved bread & red wine. We both partook, because, Jesus said for all his followers to do it. We said the prayers. It was calm and beautiful. I don't feel the need to do it this year.

I am a free mind and spirit, If I am doing something wrong...Jah will forgive just for trying,

Rabbit & Wife

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Finding JWD

by talesin in

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i wrote this poem in the wee hours this morning after reading prophecor`s thread (you`re my reason why i am).

anyway, it`s for all of you, and for those who work really hard to keep this place up and running.

you belong.

Rabbit

I'm not good at writing poems, but, I know what I like...stuff about real life and real people. I liked these.

I DO drive a mean tractor tho'...!

Rabbit

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Landlord rant ... do I have to get electrocuted ...

by talesin in

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... to get my stove fixed?.

i am so ticked off!!!

my stove is arcing.

Rabbit

You should never have 'arcing' on an electric stove. Gas stoves sometimes have electric arcs as an ignition source. On an electric stove the power may be arcing to the normal neutral wire, if it cannot get to ground that way (damaged)...it will go to the chassis of the stove. That is a 'safety' ground...ONLY if it has been properly grounded itself. If your body has less electrical resistance and you are in contact with it...it will go t h r u you!

I would say turn it off at the breaker, then unplug it if possible. Stainless steel has a very high melting point, much higher than would be possible at your house.

Be careful !

Rabbit

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Email to Quotes (WT?) from a self-described PEDO!!!

by Quotes in

ok gang, i have received the following email.

originally sent march 15, then again on the march 16 and yet again on march 17 (with only the email subject line changed).. .

is this a joke?

Rabbit

I hope it is just a 'sick hoax', otherwise we may have just had a very chilling glimpse into the mind of a psychopathic killer.

It seems on one hand, he doesn't like what goes on in his mind. Yet, he seemed to defend his past actions...demanding God's forgiveness, without any real remorse for his victims.

If all that is standing between the children of Keiv ...and him...are JW elders and policies of 'in house' supervision those kids are at great risk..

Quotes, I am glad you took this seriously and forwarded the E-mails to the police. You may have saved some childs life.

rabbit.

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Who do you miss the most?

by Crumpet in

particularly for those who are shunned for reasons of dfing and daing completely, who do you miss the most that no longer has anything to do with you?

and why?

Rabbit

Tal
Not having family, is unnatural.
In that regard, I guess really, how can you miss what you never had ..

It is VERY unnatural..

As far as longing for what was...or what you never had...it cuts both ways. We know it's simply not there and it should be.

Miss the most ? Easily my Mom, she died such a needless and preventable death. She was a JW, but, I could talk to her openly about most any subject. A great Mom and a great friend.

rabbit

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Religious frustration...? Or just plain Murder...?

by Rabbit in

the following story sent chills down my spine.

people do go 'crazy' in all kinds of stressful situations, they go into a homocidal 'mode' for who knows what reasons.

it's just when it happens in a church...a place that is supposed to be there for the "peace and happiness" of the members...?

Rabbit

Country Girl
it's just another example of a person that is a control freak and everything gets OUT of control. Not less than a week ago, a guy in Fulton County, Georgia killed a Judge, some other people, and a federal agent; not less then a month ago a man wo was ordered to pay child support, killed his ex wife and shot his own son..

Sadly, it IS another example of a person who snaps one day and goes on a killing spree.

What interests me are the 'triggers' for such events...maybe or surely, some type of 'mental breakdown' had to occur. I just cannot 'identify' with what those people were stressed out about, except that I went thru a bad divorce and am still exiting a bad religion.

I can't help but wonder if the constant unrelenting pressure of "the end of the world is around the corner", coupled with "Alienation from society" and shunning was a 'trigger' for him. I haven't heard of JW's doing that...although I would not be surprised if it has not happened at some point.

At least XJW's are in enough numbers that we 'found' each other so we can vent & learn from others trials. I wonder if there are "Ex-Armstrong-ite types ...?

Rabbit

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Religious frustration...? Or just plain Murder...?

by Rabbit in

the following story sent chills down my spine.

people do go 'crazy' in all kinds of stressful situations, they go into a homocidal 'mode' for who knows what reasons.

it's just when it happens in a church...a place that is supposed to be there for the "peace and happiness" of the members...?

Rabbit

Yep, Flyin', that's sorta what I was thinking. "Religion" can be a force for good and is, but, the overall general damage is shocking when you look at history.

"Mind Games"...I hate 'em.

rabbit