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  Anybody seen The Stangers yet?

  by dinah in

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  it looks creepy.

  my daughter and her boyfriend saw it.

  they said it was great.. i love scary movies, but none have really scared me in a long time.. .

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  The one by M Night Shalamawhatever is "The Happening." I don't know who directed "The Strangers." I like scary movies too but haven't seen either one of these yet.
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  Here is the Info. What is it About?

  by Farkel in

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  there has been a new scientific theory that warns of an impending crisis, and it points the way out.. this theory receives the support of leading scientists, politicians and celebrities around the world.

  the media reports about it all the time and what will happen if we don't do something about the worldwide problem we are facing.

  the problem the theory identifies has become so mainstream that is it taught in schools and universities.. among its advocates are two united states presidents, a renowned british prime minister, two supreme court justices, world famous inventors, novelists, playrights and nobel prize winners, among hundreds of other celebrities.

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  Eugenics?
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  new guy

  by runningonfaith in

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  hi everyone,been looking for some time,decided to register and give a little contribution.everything helps.in the wbts for 15 years,never bought everything ,some things just never clicked,i was "waiting on jehovah"but eventually things just went worst(or better)and stop attending meetings a year ago.my 3 kids (never baptised)could no be happier,wife still going once a week average,but things changed for her too.we're still in good standing,but i'm thinking of da myself,our familyes are all catholic,so no problem with the shunning thing for us.and for the friends in the truth(friends,yeah right)whatever........

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  Hi and welcome. You are so lucky that your wife is on the same page as you; you've nothing to lose by leaving and everything to gain! In your circumstances DAing sounds like a good path, you can even go out with a bang if you want :-)
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  Have you ever been able to get over extreme fear? How?

  by snarf in

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  i have an anxiety problem as it is, but i am passing out scared of riding motorcycles!

  my hubby, a biker through and through, loves them and with the rising cost of gas, and his need to drive 45 miles each way to a job 3 days a week and us trying to cut back, we decided it was a good time for him to fulfill his dream, so he bought a beautiful motorcycle that any biker would be proud to own, problem is, he really wants me to hop on the back and join him for a cruise on the open road.

  i have tried to "make" myself get on and succeeded once.

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  That's interesting that you grew up riding on motorcycles as a child and had no bad experiences (and presumably weren't afraid back then). When did you develop the fear, did it start after the accidents of your friends?
  
  I think the scooter sounds like a good idea actually. You'd probably feel pretty safe with that once you got used to it, and it could even be fun. That sounds like a good way to gradually get comfortable, and maybe from there build up to gentle rides on the motorcycle again.
  
  I've heard of people conquering their fears of things like flying with virtual reality programs, basically facing the fear in a safe environment and becoming desensitized to it through repeated exposure. Not sure where one would find such a virtual reality set-up though LOL. If it were me, I'd give the scooter idea a try. Your husband sounds like a kind and patient man, that helps too :-)
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  Son sends "apostate" text message - Now the elders want to talk to him!!

  by GoingGoingGone in

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  2. experiences

  my 17 year old son told his dad that he didn't want to be a jw anymore about 8 months ago i think, and doesn't go to meetings or assemblies.

  he's been accepted to one of the best universities in the country and will start this fall, with his dad's blessing.

  their congregation had the summer convention this past weekend.

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  How does your son feel about all this? Does he WANT to meet with them and lay out all that he's learned and why he wants no part of it anymore? He should be fully aware of the problems that could cause, with his dad and beyond. We all know that these elders aren't going to hear reason or be swayed by what your son has learned. It sounds to me like they mean to bully him, or create problems for him, and that there's little to be gained by meeting with them and explaining his position to them.
  
  Your son sounds like a smart kid with a good head on his shoulders. I can see wanting to empower him even further by giving him the opportunity to stand up for what he believes. But he also has the opportunity to realize that he doesn't HAVE to do that with these clowns. He doesn't have to justify himself, or defend himself, or explain himself. That can be the most empowering feeling of all.
  
  I hope things work out well for him however he chooses to handle it, and big congratulations for his acceptance into the university of his choice :-)
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  Blondie's Comments You Will Not Hear at the 06-15-08 WT Study (REMEMBER)

  by blondie in

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  comments you will not hear at the 06-15-08 wt study (april 15, 2008, pages 12-16)(young people).

  review comments will be in red.

  wt material from today's wt will be in black.

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  Thank you for this, even though I can practically feel my blood boiling LOL.
  
  I particularly love this gem, from freakin 1969! "Many schools now have student counselors who encourage one to pursue higher education after high school, to pursue a career with a future in this system of things. Do not be influenced by them. Do not let them "brainwash" you with the Devil's propaganda to get ahead, to make something of yourself in this world. This world has very little time left! Any "future" this world offers is no future!"
  
  And here we are now, 40 years later, SSDD - same s**t different decade. Oh the irony of the WTS warning against brainwashing and wasted futures. It's sickening that this is being shoved onto yet another generation of young people with new vigor, but hopefully it won't fly like it has in the past. Knowledge is power, and is much more easily accessible now than then.
  
  I am also a bit surprised that the 607 date is still being spelled out so blatantly in print? ("...Jerusalem's difficult last days leading up to the city's destruction in 607 B.C.E.") I'd just assumed they'd be gradually downplaying such concrete statements.
  
  Thanks for doing this; it's sometimes hard to read and stomach, but your work and insight is so valuable and greatly appreciated.
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  WT loses sextuplets court case

  by belbab in

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  toronto globe and mail.. parents of sextuplets given transfusions lose court fight.. http://www.theglobeandmail.com:80/servlet/story/rtgam.20080613.wsextuplets13/bnstory/national/home?cid=al_gam_mostview.

  belbab.

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  This is fantastic news; thank you for posting this.
  
  "It is difficult to see how the charter rights of the parents, which they say entitle them to determine the course of medical treatment for their children in this case, could trump the (section) 7 charter rights of the infants to receive medical treatment to prevent their serious personal injury or death," Chief Justice Brenner concluded in a judgment released Friday.
  
  BRAVO!!
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  I Really, Really Want a Baby...

  by cognac in

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  i have since as far back as i can remember.

  i don't really think the jw thing will be an issue anymore.... ok, so what do you think?.

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  Hi, Cognac. I understand the feeling; I too want children, but am having to put it off (apparently indefinitely) because of the JW thing (I am an UBM). It sounds like you've had a lot of turmoil and upheaval in your family life recently, so for that reason alone it might be wise to wait at least a little while until you're sure you're on sound footing. You do seem like a strong person, able to handle all your family crap as it comes with strength and grace, so that's a positive. Once a baby is on the scene, your primary role will be to protect that child at all costs. So be sure you're at a place where you feel strong and confident enough about your stamina to protect YOURSELF first. If you're around children a lot in general, then you already know that in addition to the "fun" parts, it is also a huge commitment and a huge amount of work that will change your life and your priorities forever.
  
  How does your husband feel about having a child now? Also, didn't you mention in another post somewhere that you might be moving soon? (Sorry if I'm getting you mixed up with someone else.) That could be good or bad, depending on the distance and circumstances. As others have said, you will want and need support from family and/or friends nearby, but on the other hand, a little distance from toxic people would be a real blessing.
  
  Best wishes to you. I wish I was to the point where I felt it was "safe" to have a child; if you're there, I'm really happy for you :-)
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  JWDers Congratulate Raindog !!!

  by yknot in

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  raindog is in school right now and has been an excellent student....unfortunately his dad is an elder who is currently 'borgwashed'.. (story) http://www.jehovahs-witness.com/12/160240/1.ashx.

  he was made the dean's list (again) and has been invited to join the honor society !.

  so let's encourge this young man to keep moving forward in the face of this co outline!......

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  What's sad is that this young man is apparently getting no recognition or encouragement for his accomplishments at home.
  
  Raindog, Dean's List and Honor Society are achievements to be proud of, you are obviously bright and motivated. CONGRATULATIONS, and keep up the excellent work! It will serve you and your future well :-)
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  Violations of privacy re: postal mail by JWs

  by Dogpatch in

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  2. friends

  i have been sending out orders of books to jws, ex-jws and others for over 25 years.

  sometimes plain wrap to keep the family's noses out of it.

  over the years i have seen the same constant pattern: whenever the questioning jw lives with or near family members who are currently jws, they want to break open the mail to see what others are ordering!!

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  Wow, that is outrageous! If I may ask, how did things turn out with the "Roger" situation? Nosy Witness relatives is bad enough, but that is truly over the top.