Posts by RichieRich

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Bethel Trip

by RichieRich in

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ok... this is good.

for those of you who missed my last post on the topic of my bethel trip, my mother "suprised" me with a bus trip to bethel.

we leave wednsday morning (april 13) at 6am.

RichieRich

First, I would like, one more time, to thank everyone for their love and support. I really appreciate it.

What is going on in mom's head? She has been watching you slip away, and perhaps this visit is her "last ditch" effort to turn you around? Perhaps she expects the manicured grounds and hordes of inoffensive people lock-step in harmony to impress you to return? I guess as long as you don't grow horns or rotate your head 360 degrees, she will be mollified.

That's exactly whats happening. Mom's losing her grip, and having a hard time dealing with it. You hit the nail on the head.

As far as the black clothing thing goes- thats not really my personality... I'm more of a good ole' boy. But thanks for the suggestion.

I have packed my ipod, I figure- whats the worst she can do? Take it away? HA! I also borrowed my friend's PSP- you know... to enhance my hand eye coordination.

And I do plan on getting sick. Very sick. I will sniffle, sneeze, and bitch my way out of touring one day... and that is when the fun will happen... I'll be sure to take inappropriate pictures to share with all. Manhattan- here I come.

So now I have to pack. We wake up at 4:30 tommorrow to leave on the bus by 6. If all goes well, I can sleep on the bus to avoid having to look at people. THank you all again.

Richie - of the "have iPod, will travel" class

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What's the BIGGEST WEAK LINK in the WTS Armor?

by Black Man in

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is it the pedophile thing, ngo, generation change, blood issue?

what do you think it is?.

RichieRich

There is a serious epidemic of "double-life" going on.

If that's a crime- I'm a criminal.

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Is Generation Y hurting the WTS?

by Elsewhere in

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the wts is pushing the "youth" message more than ever as their growth numbers start to stall.

is generation y the primary reason for this?.

http://www.washtimes.com/national/20050412-121457-4149r.htmgeneration y embraces choice, redefines religion.

RichieRich

Most of today's kids would run like hell from the crap we were fed; keep seeing the kingdom and everything will be added including everything a 3 income household usually gets Im sure, lol. I can go on and on but I'll stop for now.

You're damn straight we're ruining it. AND I'M DAMN PROUD! Kids today are smart, and remember we have information at our fingertips. The real truth is in our hands. Like I said on another thread- 50 years, and the JWs will be just like the Quakers, existant but barely.

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Bethel Trip

by RichieRich in

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ok... this is good.

for those of you who missed my last post on the topic of my bethel trip, my mother "suprised" me with a bus trip to bethel.

we leave wednsday morning (april 13) at 6am.

RichieRich

Really you have 2 ties to your parents that get in the way of fading:
Emotional
Financial

I really do appreciate everyone's input. I value it highly and thank you for your time. However Bondie, with out bragging, I'm set financially due to a few provisions set in place by some of my ancient relatives. Even though I might have serious issues with my parents, I would never exploit them for money (not because I'm nice- because they are essentially broke). And as far as Emotional needs, they've never supported me with those, so why would they start now?

And my reasoning for the DA letter is that, if the Elders catch wind of you celebrating holidays, or involving in some sort of interfaith activities, they view you as having already DAed yourself through your actions. I figure I might as well give the brothers some very strong reasons as to why I'm leaving, and get a few things off my chest in the meantime.

Thanks again

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Name some silly things you couldn't do as a witness

by sweet tee in

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put your hand on your hips.

switch when you walk.

do popular dances where you shake yo money maker.

RichieRich

Oh yeah...

no mustaches that extend past the width of the lips or go down pas them.

No sideburns past the tragus of the ear.

No BEARDS. "just cause jesus had one doesn't mean you can"

Did we forget Goatees?

and tattoos... damn those evil things.

and body piercings... we don't want people expressing themselves.

and according to one sister in my congregation... We can't own guns or knives that we use for personal protection...

and off of that.. no BB guns or water guns or cap pistols..

I WANT MY CHILDHOOD BACK DAMN IT!!!

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Bethel Trip

by RichieRich in

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friends

ok... this is good.

for those of you who missed my last post on the topic of my bethel trip, my mother "suprised" me with a bus trip to bethel.

we leave wednsday morning (april 13) at 6am.

RichieRich

Even after you turn 18, you'll probably still be dragged kicking and screaming to the Kingdom Hall. That's what happened to me until I started rebelling big time.

No worries there. I'm rebelling as hard as I can right now. One monkey don't stop this show. I've got my DA letter typed, and saved in several places. The day I get out of this house (immediately at 18) the brothers and many more will get to read it. As a matter of fact, I had my DA letter typed before I ever got baptized. Thanks though... and Blondie... I'll let you know on those questions... They should turn some heads..

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What's the BIGGEST WEAK LINK in the WTS Armor?

by Black Man in

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.

is it the pedophile thing, ngo, generation change, blood issue?

what do you think it is?.

RichieRich

I think the that the WTS org gets weaker and weaker as time goes on. More and more ~~"snares"~~ alternatives to the JW lifestyle are arising , and more and more are choosing to follow those. As the next generation ( my generation) is entrusted with the future of the society, it will fall into fewer and fewer hands because so many are getting wise as to the ways of the WTS and the BS they hand out. Within 50 years, the JWs will be filed in the same place as the Shakers and the Quakers.

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Bethel Trip

by RichieRich in

jw
friends

ok... this is good.

for those of you who missed my last post on the topic of my bethel trip, my mother "suprised" me with a bus trip to bethel.

we leave wednsday morning (april 13) at 6am.

RichieRich

Ok... this is good.

For those of you who missed my last post on the topic of my Bethel trip, My mother "suprised" me with a bus trip to Bethel. We leave Wednsday morning (April 13) at 6am.

I do believe that my mother is doing this trip more for her than for me. HEre are some things that have come up:

I can not wear my camoflage hat. While hunting is never condemned by the ORG, it is a conscience matter. Me wearing a camo hat can/will stumble some of my "beloved" brothers and sisters.

I can not wear my black boots on the casual days when we are allowed to dress "comfortable". They are tall boots like loggers wear. I have a bad ankle and the boot really helps support my ankle. Apparently, since mom has seen the "army people" (i.e. Soldiers) wear black boots that somewhat resemble mine, I am now an "army wannabe". She doesnt seem to understand that its just a pair of shoes.

I can not bring my iPod. "we are going on this trip to be built up spiritually. You can't do that with music blasting in your ears."

I can not bring my laptop ( for the same reason as iPod). While I can see where this request is not entirely unreasonable, I am in 3 college level classes which require me to do work constantly. My teachers have already said that my work is due when everone elses is, regardless of where I go.

Any of you who were raised as witnesses know how touchy Dub parents are. The fact that I'm typing this and you're reading this obviously testifies to the effectiveness of these methods...

My mother really got me with this last one though. She is taking my ATM card from me. So that way, should I decide to something "risque" I won't be able to fund it. The sad thing is, while doing all these things, she never bothered to ask me to whether I have money that I can get with that ATM card. That account has been closed for over a year now, and all the money I earn is deposited in another account, which I have the card to.

I don't know why I wasted yalls time with this, but maybe some of have some interesting stories about overbearing parents or the like that you would like to share.

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Name some silly things you couldn't do as a witness

by sweet tee in

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put your hand on your hips.

switch when you walk.

do popular dances where you shake yo money maker.

RichieRich

Wear a hat backwards...

Say "gee whiz"

Think freely

Use actual secular sources on reports

Be within ear range of people singing "happy birthday"

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I'm going to Bethel... Wanna Come?

by RichieRich in

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so my mother suprised me about a week ago by telling me we are going on a bus trip to bethel from april 13-17. for those of you who aren't used to this concept, american dubs seem to think that packing themselves on the bus with 60 other witnesses and driving for 4 days is somehow going to strengthen themselves spiritually.

well, i doubt that will work for me.

i was just wondering, is there anything i should look for/ be on the alert for?

RichieRich

Thanks for all the replies guys. Ive actually been to Bethel 4 times before... so i know what to expect... My dad is unbeliever and will be staying home, meaning I only have one parent to fake out... STREET VENDORS HERE I COME!!!!!! I'll bring you all a hot dog and bootleged DVD from chinatown. Thanks again.