Posts by micah

NO matter whatever it is that you have written on your post, deep down can't you admit that your witness parents are still outside the front gate, looking into the distance to catch a glimpse of you to welcome you back with open arms and hearts and with tears of joy (which "Englishman" described as one of those JW 'moments' . (which he wrote off as 'like in the movies) It is impossible to understand or appreciate the feelings of others when one has none of one's own. "

ummmm.......what are you talking about? are you trying to be funny?

You need to read the original post.

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Parents going crazy, please help!

by micah in

please does anyone know what jehova witnesses are currently teaching?

i have not been a witness for over 10+ years.

my brothers nor i associate with witnesses nor do we attend any meetings.

micah

In reply to your question, yes I was a member. Actually I was a "lucky" one and was born into the organization. My family on both sides are all jehovah witnesses.

My statement was intentional. I don't consider what they do a "memorial". My view is that the memorial is about Jesus, and that he died for our sins. Their passover is built around them and salvation thru the organization.

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Parents going crazy, please help!

by micah in

please does anyone know what jehova witnesses are currently teaching?

i have not been a witness for over 10+ years.

my brothers nor i associate with witnesses nor do we attend any meetings.

micah

I have thought about them trying to take advantage of my parents. They aren't "rich" but their home is paid off, own 3 rent homes and have a nice bank account. I try not to let my imagination go wild on what "could happen" but I have to admit it has crossed my mind.

When my father had the heart attack, he was hospitalized for 3 weeks. Thank God he did not have any brain damage or physical damage. We kept my fathers wishes and did what he asked. Made sure he signed the no blood form etc. I have to tell you, the night before his surgery, we spent all day helping build my father up and letting him know that everything was going to be ok. (my father is 70 yrs old) That night a "brother" showed up and started talking to my father, I let him get his spill in. However, he starts telling him of how many people have died in the hospital and to make sure all his demands are taken care of. My father had this look on his face....like a frightened child. That was the first time ....enough is enough......I just lost it. I grabbed that mans' arm and took him in the hall and told him off. I then grabbed my mother and brought her in the room and slammed the door. I was so angry. What kind of mess is that?!

Anyways, I will always watch out for my parents. You never know when they won't be here anymore.

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Parents going crazy, please help!

by micah in

please does anyone know what jehova witnesses are currently teaching?

i have not been a witness for over 10+ years.

my brothers nor i associate with witnesses nor do we attend any meetings.

micah

thank you all for your comments.

This is the first time I have posted here and you have been very helpful. I cried when I read your comments, Its been a long journey dealing with my past faith and standing my ground with my parents. I love them very much. I don't want to see them hurt. I think I will step back and let them finish freaking out. :o) However, I will wait for them to come back to "normal".

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Parents going crazy, please help!

by micah in

please does anyone know what jehova witnesses are currently teaching?

i have not been a witness for over 10+ years.

my brothers nor i associate with witnesses nor do we attend any meetings.

micah

Please does anyone know what jehova witnesses are currently teaching? My parents have been witnesses for over 30+ years. I have not been a witness for over 10+ years. My brothers nor I associate with Witnesses nor do we attend any meetings. We love my parents dearly and would do anything for them. Approximately 1 year ago my father suffered a heart attack. He had a quad-bipass surgery and is still slowly recovering. When he had the heart attack, my husband and brother drove him to the hospital. We cared for my parents both emotionally and physically. I can count on one hand how many people from their church showed up at the hospital. It was a very emotional time for our family and we are blessed to have another year to spend with my father.

That being said. My parents are retired. Currently their church is building a new assembly hall (not sure) in the state of Oklahoma. My parents are going nuts, they started acting weird. (weirder than normal) Even when we go by and visit you can feel the stress in the air. My mother startes picking at me about things that have no significance. (the color of my daughters walls, swimming lessons, food, etc.) My father is always gone to help with the construction and when he is home all he says is that it is so beautiful..gods purpose.....etc. People they don't know are spending the night at their home and my mother cooks every day to take over to the construction site. I don't know what to do. I am trying to give them space and let them do what they are doing. However, its like they are changing out of their own character.

I think it may be because of it being passover this month. I don't know. What can I do?