Posts by Boeing Stratofortress

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Are There Good People Out There?

by LaurenM in

even though i'm no longer mentally a jw (i still technically am) i do recognize that there are some benefits to being raised one.

for example, the first (and only so far) wordly guy i was involved with had to smoke weed every day and got drunk all the time and that was his idea of fun.

i couldn't help but feel bad for him.

Boeing Stratofortress

Not every JW is judgemental and critical

Right, but the organization, as run by the Governing Body, IS judgemental and critical. The elders are a direct product of this 'leadership,' hence they must become judgemental and critical. That can breed a mentality of distrust and gossip among the 'flock,' hence making THEM judgemental and critical.

But yeah, I've been one-on-one with JWs, during vacations, outings, sport events & such, where they've unplugged from the Borg, and I've found some genuinely decent people, once they let their defenses down.

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Are There Good People Out There?

by LaurenM in

even though i'm no longer mentally a jw (i still technically am) i do recognize that there are some benefits to being raised one.

for example, the first (and only so far) wordly guy i was involved with had to smoke weed every day and got drunk all the time and that was his idea of fun.

i couldn't help but feel bad for him.

Boeing Stratofortress

Having the strength to take a stand for something comes first to mind.

Uh yeah, just as long as taking that stand does not put you at odds with the elders.

Let's review: it's a cult.

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Are There Good People Out There?

by LaurenM in

even though i'm no longer mentally a jw (i still technically am) i do recognize that there are some benefits to being raised one.

for example, the first (and only so far) wordly guy i was involved with had to smoke weed every day and got drunk all the time and that was his idea of fun.

i couldn't help but feel bad for him.

Boeing Stratofortress

Lauren, have you ever seen the movie, "The Matrix?"

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Are There Good People Out There?

by LaurenM in

even though i'm no longer mentally a jw (i still technically am) i do recognize that there are some benefits to being raised one.

for example, the first (and only so far) wordly guy i was involved with had to smoke weed every day and got drunk all the time and that was his idea of fun.

i couldn't help but feel bad for him.

Boeing Stratofortress

Good is a broad word and means many things to different people. Jw good is not the same as my good. There are wonderful people out there. You need to take some time and get to know people without any religious morality.

This was sort of my point, though it obviously wasn't received well. I might add that I've also known JWs who were spendid people. On the other hand, I've run across a few $@&% up Disciples & Methodists too.

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Convention in Denton, TX

by Boeing Stratofortress in

jw
friends

anyone going to the convention this weekend in denton, tx?

it'd be great if there were some signs, or even some peaceful, silent protests organized to coincide with the event.

i'm thinking that a good 'template' might be the billboard design (located in texas, but far from this event).

Boeing Stratofortress

Oh...you might be right! I know they've had Spanish assemblies there before.

You mentioned the Ft. Worth location being demolished. I wonder if it was sold for the property value, and whether they're going to build a replacement somewhere. Or...is it part of the maximize profit/cut losses downsizing that some are talking about?

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Are There Good People Out There?

by LaurenM in

even though i'm no longer mentally a jw (i still technically am) i do recognize that there are some benefits to being raised one.

for example, the first (and only so far) wordly guy i was involved with had to smoke weed every day and got drunk all the time and that was his idea of fun.

i couldn't help but feel bad for him.

Boeing Stratofortress

Hmmm. Well, you might check out a Disciples of Christ, or Methodist Church. There might be some other ones like these, which promote works, in the form of helping people (ANYBODY) not just fellow adherants. I'd stay away from the fundamentist evangelical churches.

I'd suggest just popping into one of these during the week & see if you can BS with the minister for a bit. The Disciples, for example, are very non-judgemental, and are very open to different opinions. Kind of the polar-opposite of JWs.

Also...I've known quite a few atheists & agnostics who are really splendid people. One, a neighbor friend, recently went out of his way to nurse a mallard with a broken wing back to health. He took it into his home for a few days, and would check on it before and after work. I knew a JW that would leave his dogs outside in 105 degree heat, with little water & food. He'd also kick them when he had a bad day.

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Convention in Denton, TX

by Boeing Stratofortress in

jw
friends

anyone going to the convention this weekend in denton, tx?

it'd be great if there were some signs, or even some peaceful, silent protests organized to coincide with the event.

i'm thinking that a good 'template' might be the billboard design (located in texas, but far from this event).

Boeing Stratofortress

Just don't use "JWTRUTH dot com," which appeared on a prototype billboard, since it's not a legitimate site.

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Convention in Denton, TX

by Boeing Stratofortress in

jw
friends

anyone going to the convention this weekend in denton, tx?

it'd be great if there were some signs, or even some peaceful, silent protests organized to coincide with the event.

i'm thinking that a good 'template' might be the billboard design (located in texas, but far from this event).

Boeing Stratofortress

Anyone going to the convention this weekend in Denton, TX?

It'd be great if there were some signs, or even some peaceful, silent protests organized to coincide with the event. I'm thinking that a good 'template' might be the billboard design (located in Texas, but far from this event). Imagine numerous signs along the road leading to the event, with JWAWAKE.COM, or JWFACTS.COM in bold print!! Maybe add the pic of the woman with her mouth covered up, as on the billboard. This would be great timing too, just after G Jackson's appearance at the Royal Commission down under. There are no-doubt whispers of that inquiry, and along with rattled nerves and heated discussions cropping up amongst family members. So, a great opportunity to pounce!

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Shocking development from Australian Royal Commission

by Esse quam videri in

it is reported that elder kevin bowditch was so upset at the grilling he received at the arc that he has traveled to austin, texas to prepare for any future encounters with angus stewart.. we see from various stages of the interrogation his increasing anguish.

he is reported as saying in private, '.. that's never going to happen again.

i think i was hung up and left out to dry by the governing body.

Boeing Stratofortress

So...he's going to Austin, TX for some special 'training.' Do we know if this training is to be from secular, non-JW attorneys or law professors? After all, Austin IS the home of UT (University of Texas), which is ranked (US News & World Report), as one of the top 20 law schools in the U.S.

That's be quite ironic if he relies on Satan's system of worldly lawyers to prepare for future legal entanglements. Just sayin.'

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Geoffrey Jackson - Royal Commission Live Hearing Now!

by LostinJapan in

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https://www.childabuseroyalcommission.gov.au/case-study/636f01a5-50db-4b59-a35e-a24ae07fb0ad/case-study-29,-july-2015,-sydney.

Boeing Stratofortress

Did you see him look at his gold Rolex?

Yes...he's nervous.