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  JW Topics w/ Mom and Her Husband

  by OnTheWayOut in

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  watchtower insisted that members be "approved" by their rbc before going to the disaster area.

  she told me how she went with her husband on that bus and a few other wives of other rbc workers went also.

  she told me how their two children went with them on that bus.

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  I know for a fact that the RBC "brothers" were supposed to inquire if the homeowners they helped had insurance, and if they did, they were ask them to donate the insurance payment to the "world-wide work" so they could "help others who don't have insurance." Of course, the donations were not to be ear-marked for relief work. They were supposed to go into the Society's general funds to be used as the Society saw fit. Absolutely no accountability.

  I know this because my brother-in-law was a long time elder and RBC overseer and he confirmed this in a private conversation. When I raised my eyebrows in surprise that it really was true, he just resignedly shrugged his shoulders. He did add that they would go ahead and do the work even if the homeowner said they couldn't agree to sign over their insurance money. Mighty big of 'em, I say...
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  A Tale of Horror (and blasphemy)

  by TerryWalstrom in

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  lovecraft is a master of horror.what you will find below is a very short story.

  i have written it.i was 'drunk on lovecraft' when i crafted it.it is pure horror and blasphemy.

  only ex-jw's can perhaps fully grasp the depth of the horror...click on the link:https://drive.google.com/file/d/0b6a8sp5_psf-d2fktejjwwjrt28/view?usp=sharing.

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  Never mind. I found it. You posted it right here on JWN about two years ago. I liked it, though I admit it's a kinda out there (weird) and the (purposely antiquated) language is a bit difficult to follow. Still, it was nice to read it again. Thanks for reminding us of it.

  FYI, the version you posted on here directly is much easier to read than the one on Google Drive. The font is easier on the eyes and the characters are a much deeper black.

  https://www.jehovahs-witness.com/topic/452320001/tale-revolting-horror-lingerers-short-story-terry-edwin-walstrom
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  A Tale of Horror (and blasphemy)

  by TerryWalstrom in

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  lovecraft is a master of horror.what you will find below is a very short story.

  i have written it.i was 'drunk on lovecraft' when i crafted it.it is pure horror and blasphemy.

  only ex-jw's can perhaps fully grasp the depth of the horror...click on the link:https://drive.google.com/file/d/0b6a8sp5_psf-d2fktejjwwjrt28/view?usp=sharing.

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  Hi Terry! This tale seems awfully familiar. Did you post it here before? Maybe several years ago?
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  We are becoming champions of grief. We lost twin B.

  by Darkknight757 in

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  last week we had a reassurance ultrasound with our ob.

  she was just supposed to check heartbeats on the two little ones and they were going strong!

  but because she had extra time and she can be quite anal about her work (which is a good thing) she decided to take some measurements.

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  So sorry for your loss, Darkknight. You have many friends here sending best wishes and "positive energy" your way. You and your dear wife are not alone.
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  UK number plate

  by stan livedeath in

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  here in the uk--private--or personal- car registration plates are popular.. heres one i photo'd tonight.. .

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  Ok, I'll bite. What is the hidden message in "OBO 110X"?
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  UC Berkeley Reverses order cancellation of Ann Coulter speech

  by blondie in

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  uc berkeley orders cancellation of ann coulter speech.

  officials at the university of california at berkeley on thursday reversed their decision to cancel a speech by conservative firebrand ann coulter.. the university had announced wednesday that it was canceling coulter’s appearance following several political protests in berkeley that turned violent.. but on thursday, the university said it had found a venue where it could hold the speech on may 2, instead of the original april 27 date.

  however, a leader of the college republican group that originally invited coulter said the university was placing strict conditions on the event, and he said his group intended to reject the new terms.. before the reversal was announced, coulter had vowed to go ahead with an appearance anyway.. that probably would have put security officials on high alert and might have sparked another showdown in struggles over campus safety, student views and ideological openness.. “what are they going to do?

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  Some of stuff attributed to Ms. Coulter make her sound crazier than a loon, and a mean one at that. But that's no reason for a college to cancel an appearance that some of its students obviously wanted.

  She has the right to be heard, and the students who want to do so have the right to hear whatever she has to say. If other students don't want to hear her speak, even if they're vehemently opposed to everything she stands for, that's no reason to forbid her appearance. They can simply not come to the speech. Or lawfully "protest" outside the venue. Whatever makes 'em feel warm and fuzzy.

  There is absolutely no excuse whatsoever for violence of any kind just because someone who you don't approve of is giving a speech somewhere. Don't wanna hear it, don't go! Whiny babies! Those precious little safe-spacer snowflakes need to go back home and live in their mama's basement.

  Asbestos shields: Up. Flame away.
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  Facebook Murderer Dead

  by snowbird in

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  good!.

  evil bastard!.

  can't link, but quick thinking and acting on the part of mcdonald's employees led to his demise.. sylvia.

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  It is possible that if this person could have been captured alive, something could have been learned that might have been useful in helping prevent other tragedies. Possible, could have, might have...

  I believe it is always regrettable when a human life ends prematurely, even when a death sentence is clearly justified and imposed by the law upon a person known for a certainty to be guilty of heinous violent crimes and still too dangerous to risk their ever being free. Regrettable, but sometimes necessary.

  That said, in this particular case, there was no question about this man's guilt, and his death by his own hand undoubtedly saved taxpayers the millions of dollars and months if not years of stress and anxiety that an investigation and trial would have involved. Not to mention the costs and uncertainty if he had ultimately been sentenced to death or even life without parole.

  This is truly a sad case for all involved. Especially so for the family of totally innocent victim, who just happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, through no fault of his own. But also for the murderer's girlfriend, whom he blamed for everything, but who in fact bears no responsibility at all for this tragedy.

  On a happier note, I hope the McDonald's employee who first recognized the fugitive gets the entire reward. It would be a shame if whoever offered the reward tried to weasel out of paying her, or if the other employees who simply followed her lead tried to get a piece of it. If she wants to share, fine. But I don't think they should feel entitled to any of it.

  Please submit 2¢ for this valuable and insightful editorial opinion.
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  Who is B.W. Schulz? Anyone know?

  by ILoveTTATT2 in

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  i am writing an article on whether c.t.

  russell was a mason.

  i am of the opinion that he was not, given the evidence.. i just bought b.w.

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  I'm with ILoveTTATT2 in this.

  Ms. vienne has provided valuable and, more importantly, factually correct insight into the early founders of the organization that we've all been affected by in one way or another. She cites verifiable proof for her statements, documented references that can be verified by anyone with the inclination to do so. She draws no definitive conclusions about the motivations or character of her subjects. She wisely leaves that up to the discerning reader.

  And she does it all without ideological or theological agenda. Amazing!

  Anyway, my hat's off to Ms. vienne and those of her ilk who invest untold thousands of hours in tedious research to shed light on those of a bygone era whose actions had ramifications that are still felt today.
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  I was Kidnapped!

  by TerryWalstrom in

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  __________________i was kidnapped today ____________.

  a rainy day in ft. worth is bad news day for terry.

  my elective transportation is 100% bicycle and i can get through just about all weather except rain.

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  Doggone it, Terry! You done did it again! I was all set to start on my taxes, but figured I'd catch on a little JWN while having my customary bowl of cereal for breakfast. Then I read your story and now I'm all distracted from visualizing your little adventure.

  You tell a great story, my friend. It felt like I was right there, riding along with you. I wouldn't want to place any bets on how much is fact and how much was liberated from your wonderful imagination, but it matters not. A good story doesn't have to be entirely factual to be enjoyed.

  And now... back to the tax games!
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  UK number plate

  by stan livedeath in

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  here in the uk--private--or personal- car registration plates are popular.. heres one i photo'd tonight.. .

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  Ok, I give up. What the heck does M1 AOW stand for? Please forgive my ignorance.