Posts by Jordynne

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Why can't I stop crying about losing my job?
by TresHappy in
1. jw
2. friends
i was there 10 1/2 years.

it's still bugging me...what can i do to get rid of the blahs!
Jordynne

I really understand what you are going through. I lost my job last October too.....I cried A LOT.
You feel rejected, unwanted, and especially insecure about getting a new job. Why would some one else want you, right? I felt this way anyways....
Your sadness may not pass for a long time. You are grieving. You have lost a part of your life.....and may not have had any control over it. It will hurt for a while. But it will get better. I still feel a sense of rejection, even now....but it's better. Don't force yourself to be happy for now, but you need to go on with your life and eventually you will start to feel ok and then eventually you will start to move on with a new life.
Everything will be OK. I know it's hard.....
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Gentle Guidance
by AuntieJane in
1. jw
2. friends
ok, i'm the motherly type.

i can't help it.

so, i have a young friend going thru some tough times now.
Jordynne

I am not a JW and am fairly new here.
I find it quite shocking. Your JW friend would not cope here quite yet in my opinion.
Try some reading that is suggested first....and a lot of moral support.
jord
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Love
by Jordynne in
1. social
2. relationships
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how many times can a person truly fall in love in a lifetime?

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Jordynne

You know how people always say...." oh there's someone special out there waiting for you" or "he's my soulmate" .....or ....."this is THE ONE"....and the list goes on....
I wanna know what you all think.
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Love
by Jordynne in
1. social
2. relationships
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how many times can a person truly fall in love in a lifetime?

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Jordynne

at least 5, I'm pretty sure.........lol
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Love
by Jordynne in
1. social
2. relationships
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how many times can a person truly fall in love in a lifetime?

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Jordynne

How many times can a person truly fall in love in a lifetime?
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Same ol' Topic?
by Jordynne in
1. social
2. relationships
i've been reading through a lot of the posts and have to say, things are looking bad for me....i am looking for a bit of support with something that looks like an all too familiar topic:.

non-jw dating a jw.. my currently disfellowshiped jw is a 30 year old divorced father (3 children).

we have been together for 2 years.
Jordynne

Thank you all for your comments,
I don't know what is going to happen. One day at a time.
Thanks :)
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Religion and Relationships?
by DocHayes in
1. social
2. relationships
how much does religion factor with who you decide to have a relationship with?

of course as a jw you weren't supposed to marry or even date someone who wasn't a dub.

but now that you're out how much does that matter?
Jordynne

I don't think you're being too picky. but...
Have you examined your own beliefs, your values, and the difference between religion and spirituality?
I am currently very confused with all of this myself, but I have realized that this is what I need to figure out. I do know that I want someone with the same type of values and morals as myself, and if you really think about it...what is good is bible based (with loose interpretation) but generally good. What is spirituality? What drives your hopes and dreams, your faith, do you trust in something? Who do you talk to in your head? Do you ever ask for help? What really gives you hope that everything will be ok?
Who you find in a relationship should respect and understand your answers to these questions.
or respect that you have no answers. and not pressure you to have the same answers as them.
Most people are just looking for someone who has the same values and morals.
Although, I am still confused and should be seeking advice rather than giving it.....just like to think out loud.
jord
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What Are You Getting/Buying For Mother's Day?
by minimus in
1. social
2. family
anything special?

dinner?

flowers?
Jordynne

I made "Pult" for my mom and surprised her on her night shift last night.
She loves "Pult", it is a potato dumpling type thing (Swedish) that is really messy and hard to make (for me). She gets it once a year!
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Same ol' Topic?
by Jordynne in
1. social
2. relationships
i've been reading through a lot of the posts and have to say, things are looking bad for me....i am looking for a bit of support with something that looks like an all too familiar topic:.

non-jw dating a jw.. my currently disfellowshiped jw is a 30 year old divorced father (3 children).

we have been together for 2 years.
Jordynne

I am a bit confused. He has discussed with me that he can never be in a JW relationship again.
He and his wife are divorced (she did not "agree to it"). He has told them that he wishes to be married again.
That being said, he is not able to marry a JW.... If I became a JW I could not be with him for sure...Why would they try to convert me....?
oh my this is so.....ugh..... are these rules truly Bible based?
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Same ol' Topic?
by Jordynne in
1. social
2. relationships
i've been reading through a lot of the posts and have to say, things are looking bad for me....i am looking for a bit of support with something that looks like an all too familiar topic:.

non-jw dating a jw.. my currently disfellowshiped jw is a 30 year old divorced father (3 children).

we have been together for 2 years.
Jordynne

He's been attending regularily and ignored for about a year.
His application to go back was in the form of a letter stating his intentions.
We never lived together. I do not believe that he will go back to his wife. (whole different story)
I am appreciating all of your comments, good and bad. It's making me feel less alone.