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  Far Away

  by Cori in

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  just an update on my situation at home with my wife.

  after reading coc, and after the counsel from some on this board, i have decided to wait, and not go full head on with a religious discussion with my wife.

  as i had mentioned, she is not an active witness (we dont go to the meetings or in service), and even recently discussed our daughter's birthday.

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  Thanks for the input...

  Its definitely best to just wait. Just have to wait and see...

  Cori
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  Things that I MUST have in my house...

  by Funchback in

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  what are some household/daily products that you will only use, where there is just no substitute or exception?

  *q-tips (no other cotton swab will do).. *mitchum unscented deodorant cream.

  *colgate toothpaste.

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  Kelloggs Frosted Flakes

  Right Guard Deodorant

  Hellmans Mayonnaise

  Oust Air Freshener
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  Far Away

  by Cori in

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  just an update on my situation at home with my wife.

  after reading coc, and after the counsel from some on this board, i have decided to wait, and not go full head on with a religious discussion with my wife.

  as i had mentioned, she is not an active witness (we dont go to the meetings or in service), and even recently discussed our daughter's birthday.

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  I have talked to her about the UN scandal before, but not the 587 date...I might just introduce that into a conversation...

  But How???

  Cori of the Desperately trying to convince Wife class
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  1st step?

  by daniel-p in

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  i am forcing myself to do this - i feel nauseated, depressed... my hands are shaking.

  i know many of you see this and laugh.

  but for those of you who arn't, you know how hard it is for me to do this.

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  Daniel-p,

  I remember the first times I read posts here and began to research some of my questions, feeling the same guilt and fear you are feeling right now. I was paranoid of getting caught, and was constantly looking over my shoulder. I know where you're at. All I can offer, is to keep reading. Keep investigating. Dont let others tell you what to think. Or how to feel about anything. This will definitely be a turning point in your life. I was also raised in the truth, and for awhile you will feel lost, not knowing anything else. Things do become clearer. Things do get better. Keep us posted on what goes on with you.

  Take care, welcome, and the best of luck to you

  Cori
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  Far Away

  by Cori in

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  just an update on my situation at home with my wife.

  after reading coc, and after the counsel from some on this board, i have decided to wait, and not go full head on with a religious discussion with my wife.

  as i had mentioned, she is not an active witness (we dont go to the meetings or in service), and even recently discussed our daughter's birthday.

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  Oc, is that right?? So many of us are in the same position...How have you handled the situation?? Its making me nuts!! I know to keep the peace, but I just want out, and wish she would want the same thing
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  Far Away

  by Cori in

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  just an update on my situation at home with my wife.

  after reading coc, and after the counsel from some on this board, i have decided to wait, and not go full head on with a religious discussion with my wife.

  as i had mentioned, she is not an active witness (we dont go to the meetings or in service), and even recently discussed our daughter's birthday.

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  I know exactly what you mean, my wife goes through the same thing. We could be fine for awhile, not going to the meetings. late dinners on TMS night, going shopping Sunday morning...and then all of the sudden, shes begging me to accompany her to a meeting. I think your right about the FOG....
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  Far Away

  by Cori in

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  just an update on my situation at home with my wife.

  after reading coc, and after the counsel from some on this board, i have decided to wait, and not go full head on with a religious discussion with my wife.

  as i had mentioned, she is not an active witness (we dont go to the meetings or in service), and even recently discussed our daughter's birthday.

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  Thanks Legolas

  The thing is, I have tried this approach before and it backfired on me, badly. She always tells me to be upfront with her about how I feel, I just dont want the same issues from before to come up again...
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  Far Away

  by Cori in

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  just an update on my situation at home with my wife.

  after reading coc, and after the counsel from some on this board, i have decided to wait, and not go full head on with a religious discussion with my wife.

  as i had mentioned, she is not an active witness (we dont go to the meetings or in service), and even recently discussed our daughter's birthday.

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  Hello Everyone,

  Just an update on my situation at home with my wife. After reading CoC, and after the counsel from some on this board, I have decided to wait, and not go full head on with a religious discussion with my wife. As I had mentioned, she is not an active witness (we dont go to the meetings or in service), and even recently discussed our daughter's birthday. (it ended with her just laughing about it, but atleast we discussed what we would do if we had a celebration. Its a start)

  Lately, I have been considering, maybe moving is a good option for us. We have considered it before, for other family issues that have arisen in the past. So she is definitely open to the idea. I love the smalltown areas, and shes welcome to them too, so we have been considering a couple of places. Last night we did a quiz online, where based on your tastes and personality, it would find several places that could be fit to move to. We were having a good time with the quiz, when she asks me:

  "Do you think there are brothers in some of these areas?" I was too stunned to answer, of course I didnt want to find the local cong. She went on, "They probably have to travel alot to go to the meetings." I just nodded my head, and we finished the quiz. I was so disappointed. It has been weeks since anything JW has come up, why now when we talk of moving?? I think maybe im overreacting, but its just I want to leave all this JW stuff behind, but I know that I wont be able to start until she onboard. And that could be a long time...who knows

  Just needed to vent. Thanks for listening (or reading)

  Cori
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  Did you read ..........THAT........book...............

  by vitty in

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  .............. coc, of course.

  when you were still in the org, or when you had already left.. i read it when i was still in and it had a profound effect on me.. lets take a poll .

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  I just finished it....awesome! Life changing!

  Revealed Truth!
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  When you were an active witness..........

  by gringojj in

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  did you ever feel bad for your kids that they couldnt celebrate holidays, birthdays, salute the flag, etc.

  i am sure looking back now it must hurt somewhat and maybe you feel bad, but did you ever feel bad when you believd it was the true religion?

  i am just curious.

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  I agree with undercover,

  While growing up, what I missed the most was the atmosphere around the holidays. Especially around Thanksgiving and Christmas. All my schoolfriends were getting together with their families, spending time together, and we were forced to go preaching on our days off from school. So it wasnt about the presents, but the sense of the holidays that I missed out on.