Ozzie,
Just want to say how happy I am that you're back. Be nice to those nurses!
Andi
Billygoat
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A big "Thank You" from Ozzie!
by ozziepost in"bliss!
it's bliss for you.
a handphone was given to me and it was bliss calling to pass on the .
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CO's talk: "Those who leave the truth say they've never been happier"
by truthseeker inyep, it's true.
while giving his usual spiel about how true christians should struggle, he says that some of those who have left the truth, say they never felt better.. .
the answer: "they don't have to stuggle anymore.".
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Elsewhere,
Great scripture to fight them into thinking for themselves! Thanks for the reminder.
But for those that are believers of the Bible, we find that scripture to be true. Jesus made that comment because so many Jews became completely entangled in letter of The Law instead of The Spirit of The Law. If we follow Jesus command, "Love your neighbor as yourself", then that's really the most basic command a Christian can live by. Everything else DOES become easy. His yoke IS light.
But like the Pharisees of Jesus day, the JWs of today get all tied up in do and don'ts and forget the Spirit of Jesus way of life. It's sad really. How much they have no idea how they're just like the Pharisees.
Andi
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TWO POTS
by Dansk inmy wife recieved this via e-mail.
it is so good i thought i'd share .
an elderly chinese woman had two large pots, each hung on the ends of a. pole, which she carried across her neck.. .
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Billygoat
From one cracked pot to another:
Thanks for lifting me up today Ian. I needed to hear that.
Love,
Andi
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A big "Thank You" from Ozzie!
by ozziepost in"bliss!
it's bliss for you.
a handphone was given to me and it was bliss calling to pass on the .
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Billygoat
*whew*
((((((((((Ozzie))))))))))))))
I'm so relieved to hear you're getting well! I've been terribly worried to hear of the outcome. What a lovely relief! And what news that all the children came. Perfect!
I'll still be praying for a very successful recovery.
Love to you and the family!
Andi and Neil
PS: Romans 8 always lifts me too. It's actually the scripture that led me to my spiritual awakening when I became a Christian in 96.
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Have you ever been to an Apostofest or met JWD posters?
by JH in.
are you planning to go to an apostofest in the near future?
i've met posters on 3 occasions, twice in montreal, and once in toronto.. how about you?.
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Billygoat
I feel very fortunate to live in Dallas, as there have been several Fests locally in the last several years. I've met some amazing people and not once has there been anything bad happen. Whatever happened in Seattle has not been repeated at ANY other fest that I know of. And I think that says a lot since we've had many fests on this board.
Two things I'll say about Apostofests:
One, I think meeting people in person vs. the board does a TON for strengthening friendships. You may think you don't like someone on the board, but when you meet in person, it's a totally different story. You get only a glimpse of them here in the midst of these thousands of words. In person, you get a much clearer view of who they really are. And for me, it's always been a good experience!
Two, I think newbies to this board or newbies that have just recently exited the WTS, must sit and think about whether or not they're strong enough to attend a large Fest. Most of us have major emotional or mental issues when we first exit. Like a pendulum swinging from one extreme to another, exiting a high control group can be very stressful emotionally. If those emotional issues are not addressed, then attending a Fest first thing after an exit might not be a good idea for everyone. Perhaps meeting just a few people on a smaller scale might be a wiser idea than attending a gathering of 20 or 40 people. It can be stressful and overwhelming for one not ready to tackle their own emotional needs.
Just my two cents,
Andi
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My pet mouse escaped once and ran wild for two weeks. By the time it was caught it had missed several meetings and developed an independent attitude. Due to the freedom it had enjoyed it had become worldly and bit my mother.
LMAO!
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spiritualism
by Ellie in.
can i just ask, has anyone ever had any bad experience after buying anything from a spiritualist type shop?.
i ask because today i walked past a shop in my town that sells crystals and things and they do tarrot and that kind of thing, i picked up enough courage to go in to have a look and i saw this lovely fairy candle holder, i really liked it but i am a bit afraid to buy it as i guess i've had it drummed in to me that those things are channels for demons.
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Billygoat
Ellie,
Welcome to the board! I had those same fears when I left the org. It took a long time for me to lose it. I seemed to find ways where the demons were "getting" me through whatever trinket I'd bought. I finally realized, it was all in my perspective. If it rained that night, it was the demons. If I stubbed my toe, it was the demons. If I heard a noise in the middle of the night, it must be the demons. Ridiculous really when you think of it. The fear was truly like a set of shackles around my heart and mind. I was fearful of everything and was quick to blame it on anything other than me just being fearful. Eventually, I learned to be more cognitive about it instead of emotional. (And I still have my moments!)
Andi
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Dorthy's ruby slippers had the power the whole time.
by m. kirov inmy baptisim is null and void, due to breech of contract and insider trading.
you used to look so good at the pupit, in your sheep suit.
*old light, new light, psuedo light, night light* lights out, say your prayers.
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Welcome! Great writing!
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A Few Musings On Personal Growth.
by Englishman inher ladyship once told me that i reminded her of a loaf of bread that had only risen on one side.
now, many years later, i understand what she was saying to me.
i think that when you are brought up with very limited choices, such as experienced by those who are witnesses, your maturation process is severely impeded.
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(((((((((((Eman))))))))))))
Great post!
Compassion is something that always came very naturally to me, in spite of growing up as a JW. It was part of my cognitive dissonance I experienced when I was first reproved and then DFed. Where was the love among God's people, when I so desperately needed them?
*shaking head*
I've always felt a little "retarded" in many ways, growing up and even into my adulthood. It wasn't always in big things either. Little things...like, I didn't understand worldly people's senses of humour, or their undying devotion to a cat, or why it wasn't a big deal to give a panhandler money. Things like this actually made me angry. When I exited everything made me angry. Like a newborn colt learning to walk, my emotional reactions were jerky, extreme, raw, and in major need of development. I never knew that I was growing and that type of reaction is typical for people that have experienced the losses I experienced. Even through 8 years of talk therapy, group therapy and medications, I still had so far to grow. I really didn't begin to heal until I found everyone on this board. (Simon, thank you for that!) I think realizing there were others out there, just like me, made the biggest difference in the healing process.
Little Toe,
When you speak of your sister, is this the one you are so close to now? If it is, I'm so tickled for you. I'd be proud to have you as my big brother. If it's not, it can still be fixed. I know it's heartbreaking when we look back at our own awful actions, but facing them is the first step in creating healing. You're a good man, LT. I'm proud to have you as my friend.
Thank you both for sharing such a part of your hearts.
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OK...............here is the latest on our much loved Ozzie.
by BLISSISIGNORANCE ini have had trouble getting onto mrs ozzie since the operation but this morning i rang the hospital and was put through to mr ozzie himself!.
we spoke for quite a while and he sounded fantastic!!!!!!!.
i passed on the love of the board and told him he has so many people who love him.
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Billygoat
Bliss, thanks for the update! Ozzie's been in my thoughts the last several days!
((((((((Oz and Mrs.)))))))))))) Get better and back on the board quick. We miss you!!!
Andi