Oompa, in my first post i talked about a young brother who had been sexually abused by our P.O. That was over 20 years ago, and my fade began at that time. I still went to meetings here and there, because at that point, i did not know the real "Truth. I began friendships with "wordly" people, and quickly realized they were actually better people than most of the jw's i knew. I have many, many good close friends, most of whom never knew i was a jw. I didn't really seek these friendships out, they just happened, and my life is richer because of it.
Neither of my 2 kids were baptised, and i am so glad of that. They support us, and we are a close family. Of course my wifes zealot family thinks we have condemned them to death. Her family lives out of State however, and that is indeed a blessing.
Mouthy, thank you for your kind words. I do appreciate it. I've read many of your post's on here over the past few months while i was lurking and could not register. I too have read many stories on here that turned out bad, and i feel very lucky to have the woman i have as my wife. Her support of me gives me strength.
Cawshun, your a fellow Texan i notice. We may have bumped into each other, depending on what part of the state your in, and where you went to the conventions. I hope all ends well for your daughter and her family.
To the rest that posted words of encouragement, i do appreciate it, and look forward to our visits.
