thank you for your words. it's hard knowing that this is by no means an isolated case. the wts has and continues to wreck this kind of havoc on hundreds of thousands of families and individuals.(i realize that "individual" does not register in their mindset) i know that if i ever send a letter like that, even annonymously; to her parents.. not only would they probably ignore it away, they would also have no trouble giving her @#$% for it. i think back to some of the advice i was given when i first starting posting here ( run away!!! this will just hurt you,!!!!etc) and although i can admit to wanting to do that at times, how can i as a human being not continue to at least try? i feel lousy that i have even entertained thoughts of giving up, but at the same time i remain strong(i think) and positive that there is always hope........telltruth
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A letter to your parents....
by telltruth ini often wonder how a person feels inside when they see their own child in pain.
does it feel as though your heart might stop beating?
does it cause you try cry out to god for mercy?
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A letter to your parents....
by telltruth ini often wonder how a person feels inside when they see their own child in pain.
does it feel as though your heart might stop beating?
does it cause you try cry out to god for mercy?
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to clarify.... this is the first part of a letter (a work in progress) that i may or may not send to my friends parents. i am trying very hard not to misplace my anger as i understand they too are victims of the WTS. however i feel the need to perhaps light a spark of parental care or concern dare i say love for ones own child. (daughter in this case) i know i am the only one outside of the JW environment that she has. i have spoken with her about the need to seek help, ask for it when you need it, get me one the phone if you feel as though you are going to harm yourself and we will talk through it. she has actually done this. called at a low point and i immediately asked if she was alone....."no, my parents are here- they just say nothing..they don't understand" needless to say i have encouraged and emplored her to seek help. i can't just take action myself (believe me i want to) as self-injury is a very complicated issue involving massive trust just to speak of it. i have begun to educate myself on the subject since it was brought to my attention. there is progress. i am just at a loss as to how to reach out and touch the heart of her parents, perhaps light a spark of compassion in them for their daughter. without causing trouble for her. this hurts so much. suggestions?????.....thank you.....telltruth
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A letter to your parents....
by telltruth ini often wonder how a person feels inside when they see their own child in pain.
does it feel as though your heart might stop beating?
does it cause you try cry out to god for mercy?
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I often wonder how a person feels inside when they see their own child in pain. Does it feel as though your heart might stop beating? Does it cause you try cry out to God for mercy? Does it make you angry, desperate or fill your with an overwhelming Need to take action? I wish for just a few minutes i could put on your heart and look through your eyes as she stands before you bleeding time and again. I need to know how it sounds in your head when you say nothing, not even a single word. What good news do YOU spread door to door knowing your child's blood is dripping on the floor. I want to feel that warm feeling you must have each and every time you look into the beautiful eyes of your child and threaten to tell the elders if she speaks out. I want you to know that she loves you.
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Please welcome THE SHOOTIST
by alamb in.
just wanted to introduce my friend the shootest.
he is new here and wanted to welcome him.. .
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welcome to the board The Shootist. there is an amazing group of people on here, please stay and become one of them.....telltruth
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Sometimes I just shake my head
by Lady Lee ini just went through the topic that leftbehind started.
i'm almost relieved he didn't come back to read the tongue lashing so many of you posted.. a person comes here and believes all the apostate crap that we used to believe.
his brother has left the jws.
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hi everyone. having read through the posts on this thread th one thing that stands out above everything.... jwd has the most wonderful mix of people, everyone is an individual and that even though at first blush it may not seem like it......everyone here practices tolerance. the board has obviously helped thousands of people and will continue to do so. if someone is in a bad place or speaking out of anger/frustration the voices in the crowd always seem to clear things up.(or at least inject what is necessary for tolerance to shine) much respect........telltruth
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process of deprogramming
by nicbic inmy first post - hi!.
i have a read a lot of posts though on here.. i was wondering if anyone could tell me (i'm a non jw) if there are any procedures that can help to plant seeds of doubt in my close jw friend's mind - she has been one since birth, was inactive for a time and went back in full force.
now - she says she is unhappy but i think she has just gone back in due to family ties, i think with some support she could change her mind.
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hi and welcome nicbic. i am in the same position.(non-jw, never was, friend who's a born-in beginning to question) as most people here will tell you it can be a very slow, frustrating and at times painful process. the books that you were recommended are excellent reads, however the process has an individual jw at it's core. the hardest part for me has been trying to keep my emotions from consuming me. i have never been involved with a process such as this and to watch, hear and know the damage that has been caused by the wts to my friend and her family has been and is one of the most difficult challenges i have faced. the more time you spend talking of 'ordinary' things(non jw) the more time you will have to know the real person underneath all the wts doctrine. this real person as an idividual is the only person who can make the decision to leave the wts and live life the way it was meant to be lived....free...........telltruth.
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Brief Announcement: I have disfellowshipped the Watctower Society
by bigmouth init is with little or no regret that i have found it necessary to disfellowship the watchtower bible and tract society in order to protect my good name.
after unrepentantly fornicating with the scarlet coloured wild beast for 10 years and having been exposed by a worldly organization, i have not been able to find any note of contrition or shame.plenty of time has been allowed for an apology but nothing has been forthcoming.indeed, minimising the sin indicates a haughty attitude.
i,for my part,will forever be ashamed of my association with wtbs.i apologise to bible students i've had and the fear i have displayed in saying nothing for 24 years.
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congratulations Bigmouth, welcome to the board.. the suits may come in handy if you find yourself looking for employment.....telltruth
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Dear Abby--Religious knocking on my door...
by orbison11 infirst i hope this has not been posted yet,,,
(not had time to scroll) how is this for kindness?
dear abby: yesterday a young man from a religious sect rang my doorbell and pounded on my door until i opened it.
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finally free has the answer. that sign you suggested is too funny, and would definitely be most effective.........telltruth
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1st Thanksgiving ever (for me)
by AuldSoul inmy wife's first in over a decade.
wow was that fun!.
my uncle (by marriage) said grace.
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Happy Thanksgiving AuldSoul. i hope you guys enjoyed yourself and will enjoy them together from now on. thanksgiving was last month in canada, unable to get together with my family (work related travel) but hopefully i will be around for christmas......telltruth
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Watchtower site hacked again!
by AlmostAtheist in.
(and this time, the links actually do something!
) (url = http://thebentinel.com/watchtower2.html).
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very funny , thanks for the laugh......telltruth