Hi Richie; I am sure it must have been difficult for your mom to break down and call you but be very careful. You don't want to be hurt again. Take it slow. Write a "sweet" letter or call and leave a voicemail when you know she will be at the meeting. Be sure to tell her you love her. As someone said; She is a victim herself although she doesn't realize it. Be kind to her. It will come back to you. I'll keep you in my prayers...Take care....Love Arwen
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45I can be honest here.
by RichieRich in(sorry hit enter a little early).
so, i looked at my cell phone today, and i had a voicemail from my mother.. i called my voicemail and listened to it:.
"hi richie, this is your mother, just wanted to say i hope you're doing ok, and i love you.
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Strange Habits You Realised You Have
by Stephanus ini recently realised i have a strange habit that's been noticed by others: i look in people's fridges when i'm over at their house.
it's just a reflex action, and i only recently became aware of it.. what strange habits have you discovered that you didn't realise you had?.
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I stand with one foot resting on top of the other. People have pointed that out to me.
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Crosses (on necklaces and hanging in your home)
by earthtone inafter reading mary's post on crosses.
i got to thinking.......... how do people feel about wearing crosses as a memorial or remembrance of what jesus went through for us?.
does anyone remember witnesses using this explanation as to why they don't wear crosses or hang them in their home?
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I would love to buy a cross necklace or have someone give me one for a gift but I don't know if I am mentally ready for that yet. The place where I am now in my head is kind of blah.....I am thinking seriously about seeing a therapist. When I start "thinking" I get angry. I need to cross a few more bridges before I get the cross....
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Did you block out your Witness life?
by achickwwit ini stopped going to meetings at age 19 or 20. my brother had been df'd.
my sister and her new bethalite husband had left the organization labeled as apostates, and my single mom followed suit.
i was pretty much raised by the congregation, though i lived with my isolated mother.
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Welcome to the board. I hope you can find the healing you need here. I know I am... I am glad you have found a good person to be with. My husband is a wonderful man..never a JW and has always supported me and my decisions. I try to forget things about my "other life" but a lot of the time it is there just looking over my shoulder...I am hoping to lose that someday....Take care..
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Let's All Say "Thank You" To The People Who Run This Site
by Arthur ini realize that threads like this have been done before, but i don't think that it hurts to do one again.. i personally appreciate this website so much.
it has been an absolute treasure-trove of information, research material, emotional support, and simple enjoyment.
and, it's free of charge!
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arwen
Many, many thanks to Simon and his partners for giving us a place to heal....
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August In Photos (OFG Is Still Alive)
by OpenFireGlass inbonus pictures.... bear scratching post.... .
some of the mess i have to clean up..... .
my dog waiting for me in cab of the truck.... .
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Thanks for sharing those beautiful photos. They are magnificient. True real beauty. What type of camera did you use? Take care in those big bad woods up there! Love Arwen
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We came here to Heal our Wounds
by OUTLAW in.....now we tend to the wounded..whats at the end of tomorrow?...outlaw
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My wounds are still very fresh and I am thankful that you guys are here. You are all doing a great job.
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COLLEGE!
by RichieRich inoh, so in the midst of everything else, college is goin well.. about 30 % of my high school graduating class came here, so its really just like high school part2.
i have 2 morning classes, and 2 night classes, so that way the majority of my schooling gets done on 2 days of the week instead of 4. last night was my first night in my english 111 class.
i already knew thaqt there was one witness in there, but its someone who i've kept up with, and someone who is cool with me, as i am.
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Congratulations on college, Richie. I know you will do well. As far as the JW classmate......You know the old saying........"Do unto others......." what goes around comes around...... Be kind to her and "pile hot coals on her head" You never know..she might take a liking to you and who knows what then? Keep in touch with us....Love Arwen
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How do you answer this question??
by LuciousJ inok, i'm now da'd as many of you already know.
it's so fresh that my stomach turns everytime the subject comes up about religion.
however, something that does puzzle me a bit.......is how do you answer people when they ask you the question "what religion are you?
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I have told people that I am "a recovering Jehovah's Witness". Some get it and some don't and I have to further explain.
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Recommend a GOOD film - no snakes, planes or spandex superheroes.
by nicolaou init's been out a while and i know it's already been commented on here but i really enjoyed the village.
the creation of fear and the control that it allows must surely strike a chord.. recently i saw christian bale in the machinist.
bloody awesome!
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I'm with KatieKitten on "A Beautiful Mind". This was one of the best movies I have ever watched. It is very long but facinating. The ending is really an eye opener.