Posts by JWdaughter

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International Convention

by msconcerned in

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an email forwarded to a friend.

what do you make of it?.

below is a report about preparing for the seattle, washington international convention.

Originally I am from Seattle. I went to every convention there. Let me tell you a little about Seattle on the 4th of July weekend. It will be a NIGHTMARE for every poor JW who attends. Between the costs for rooms, the fact that the rooms near the Stadium are limited, the fact that it is a HUGE SEAFAIR WEEKEND in the UDISTRICT, which is notoriously difficult to maneuver at that time of year.. . or any. Well. Thank God I'm out for that reason alone!!!

Seattle is kind of perfect around the 4th of July. There are huge events on the nearby lake and Puget Sound. Mentioned earlier, there are cruise ships, general tourist nonsense and WEEKEND HOLIDAY TRAFFIC. Nightmare for anyone who is going to be trying to get to Husky Stadium. Lets remind you all too that the U district is notorious for the gay and lesbian community. All the fringe kind of people populate the area and I'm sure there will be some shockers to the wholesome atmosphere that the WT would like to enjoy. I think there are going to be some more fireworks than the kind they set off over the water!!!

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International Convention

by msconcerned in

jw
friends

an email forwarded to a friend.

what do you make of it?.

below is a report about preparing for the seattle, washington international convention.

JWdaughter

Originally I am from Seattle. I went to every convention there. Let me tell you a little about Seattle on the 4th of July weekend. It will be a NIGHTMARE for every poor JW who attends. Between the costs for rooms, the fact that the rooms near the Stadium are limited, the fact that it is a HUGE SEAFAIR WEEKEND in the UDISTRICT, which is notoriously difficult to maneuver at that time of year.. . or any. Well. Thank God I'm out for that reason alone!!!

Seattle is kind of perfect around the 4th of July. There are huge events on the nearby lake and Puget Sound. Mentioned earlier, there are cruise ships, general tourist nonsense and WEEKEND HOLIDAY TRAFFIC. Nightmare for anyone who is going to be trying to get to Husky Stadium. Lets remind you all too that the U district is notorious for the gay and lesbian community. All the fringe kind of people populate the area and I'm sure there will be some shockers to the wholesome atmosphere that the WT would like to enjoy. I think there are going to be some more fireworks than the kind they set off over the water!!!

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Dating as a ex jw

by d in

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for those who have been out of the religion for a long time.how do you today view dating or relationships with others?

do you subconsciously hold some of the old views with you?.

JWdaughter

Most of us don't bite. Do things that are fun and interesting to you and just enjoy them.If you meet fun people that you enjoy being around while you do things you like, you will make friends (who may know other people you wouldlike) just meet people with no expectations and enjoy LIFE.

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What do you do when your job makes you wanna puke your face off?

by Julia Orwell in

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i'm talking like makes you physically sick and emotionally frazzled just thinking about it.

i'm talking like you hate it to the point you'd rather go without than work at it just for the money.

you'd live on cheap korean packet noodles for the next year instead of exchanging your labor for this job's money.. well, this is how i feel about teaching and tutoring.

JWdaughter

The aboriginal style art is amazing and I think it is very special.

When you start hating wht you do, stop doing it. Especially when it is teaching. Your students don't deserve that teacher. And not flattering you, your artwork looks like you love it. Why are you hurting your soul and your students by tutoring? You all deserve better. I remember the years I had teachers who hated their jobs (1st grade, 5th grade and quite a few in jr. high) Those are not happy years in my memory.

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Hi Guys, I'm new here...

by Mikado in

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been lurking for years, but couldn't log on.

for some reason, my email spam filter is inaccessable, and ended up having to open another account, simply to become a member... wonder how many others have had a similar problem.. its been an eye opener reading everyones life experiences, often so similar.. i was almost a born in, with a hardcore family.

abusive stepfather who was one of the original jws in the area, so much so, that it was called the xxxxx family religion.... been out for 25 years, am glad every day for that!!.

JWdaughter

Welcome! It is 30+ years out for me. I still want to challenge the ones at the door or if I see them in the streets... My mom is still in, hardcore. Love her, but she is messed up.

We are glad you are here!!!

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Serious subject - How to cut your alcohol consumption?

by quellycatface in

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how can i cut down without going teetotal?

i love the taste of wine, i'm not fussed with other drinks but just need to rein in it a bit.. going wine-free tonight and tomorrow, as i'm out socially.. i also need to shift a few pounds.. thank you, everyone..

JWdaughter

Don't give the org. that kind of power over you. I would stop just for that reason alone! Don't blame, don't excuse. Decide what you want for yourself. Then do it for yourself.

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Care To Speculate?

by metatron in

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http://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-mers-new-middle-east-coronavirus-2014-4.

normally i volunteer to to do the heavy lifting, possibility-wise.

here's your chance...... .

JWdaughter

What does it mean? There is a virus that is contagious and deadly, but not going to be a pandemic.

Having just traveled to Pakistan and Turkey, and spent time in a handicapped transport with some old sick man from ??? I am concerned now about my husbands "cold".

I have gotten real food poisoning-the kind where you could actually die (or simply get a antibiotic and have the little bugs zapped if I had known that a doc could help!) and just the tummy ache (lasted two weeks and counting, but much better than days 1-7).

There are a lot of bugs everywhere. I am Muslim and I am not going to haj unless they make some dramatic changes. I did umrah and that was as brave and energetic as I am. I have a lot of friends who go and they all come back sick(young and old). I just got back from Pakistan and cannot believe the way people can still live in this century when others have all the modcons next door. I literally saw the nicest Pizza Hut (in the world?) in Hyderabad and people living in shacks with one wall (or none) and straw thatched roofs. No clean drinking water. Even Pakis get sick A LOT. The world is messed up. That's not even speculating.

I accept it is this way. I can't fix it all. I can't fix rogue cops in texas, corruption in Louisiana or the mob in sicily. I can just work with the people in front of me and try to help one person at a time. I will fail a lot and succeed at some things. Sometimes faith is the hardest thing, but sometimes it is also the only thing to help one bear this.

Sorry, rambling!

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Can & Do j.ws receive Welfare payments?

by Composer2005 in

can & do j.ws receive welfare payments?.

i would especially appreciate watchtower publications, articles etc if available, no matter how old?.

thank you.

JWdaughter

If you are too mentally ill to work,then that is probably a high recommendation for pioneering, right?

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G.B. ARRANGED A MEMORIAL WITHOUT EMBLEMS!

by The Searcher in

weird!.

http://ilynca.blogspot.co.uk/2014/04/unforgettable-memorial.html?spref=fb.

JWdaughter

I don't think she is really discussing doctrinal issues. She is just telling her experience. She isn't trying to justify or debate about the WT/JW issues. Thats why it is allowed. It is simply her life and she is discussing it.

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Had a lovely Baptism and First Communion.

by quellycatface in

i honestly feel very light and free.. made to feel very welcome and accepted just for being me.. never knew being a christian would feel this good!!!!.

happy easter.

christ is risen..

JWdaughter

I'm happy for your happiness!