Well, maybe their Circuit had the special Assembly day or two day Assembly. The regular meetings are cancelled then, just like for the Convention.
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What was going on this past week with the JW's?
by Melody Blankenship inthey were not "open for business" on thursday or sunday.
was there a convention going on somewhere?
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Crazy & Irresponsible JW Things We Did
by snowbird inon atj's thread about making jw's seem "normal,' outlaw asked the questions:.
what the hell are a bunch of jw ladys doing in the wilderness... .
driving around in a beater car?.
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One time out in service it started to snow really hard and we were working in the sticks. (rural territory) And someone asks if we needed help and if we were lost. Well, an elderly pioneer from the back answered , "We're looking for lost sheep." Of course, this person had no idea what she was talking about. And we wonder why everyone thinks we're nuts. And sometimes, just how some of the ones in the hall drive, you're putting your life in danger just getting in the car with them.
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When you were little and growing up
by is there help out there indid you ever think there were monster under your be4d or closets.
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p.s. I must add that noone meant to scare me. They just exercised poor judgement in talking about that stuff in front of me. And, of course, I was curious about that stuff. But, then, later on, It freaked me out. I just wanted to clarify they didn't talk about demon stuff in front of me to be mean.
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When you were little and growing up
by is there help out there indid you ever think there were monster under your be4d or closets.
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Well, I heard too many of the adults talking about scary encounters with wicked spirits. So, when I had to go upstairs to my room by myself I'd sing the chorus of "We're Jehovah's Witnesses" stressing the name Jehovah. Now, that I'm older I'm mad they talked about that stuff in front of me. It scared me so much I couldn't sleep most nights.
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The Zen of Sarcasm
by John Doe inthe zen of sarcasm.
1. do not walk behind me, for i may not lead.
do not walk ahead of me, for i may not follow.
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I really enjoyed reading that, and I'm not Farkel.
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Just worn out
by EmptyInside ini thought it best i stay a lurker.
it's just right now, i'm going through some doubts and just plain discouraged.
sometimes, trying to do everything just wears me out, and i feel like i'm suffocating.
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Thank you again for all of your advice and comments. And don't worry, I don't intend to get married, just to be married. If that were the case, I'd already be married. And I realize, two people need more than being Witnesses to make it work. I have seen it in my own family how that doesn't work. And it doesn't bother me all the time. But, like I mentioned, conventions are really hard. And I go through times when I just worry that this is it. That I'm afraid that I may be alone the rest of my life. Yes, there are worse things. But, I must confess, deep down inside, I need the validation that someone things I'm worth it. I'm old enough to know that marriage is not some big romantic party. But, just someone to share the up and downs of this life would be nice. And the reason I posted that here is that if the truth isn't the truth, then the consolation that if I can't have that now in this world then, well, I will find someone in the paradise earth. Well, then, that will never be. If I looked for a partner among, non-Witnesses, ( I don't use the term worldly anymore), I could be married and happy right now. Then, I worry too, that I'm not worthy to survive the end of this world, and I miss out on ever having the chance to live my life to the fullest. I hope I have explained my feeling well. And to earlier posters. I do make sure I get out of the JW box at times. I love animals so I volunteer at an animal shelter. Which I find refreshing. And I have my first non-Witness friend, and I think he's the most wonderful guy ever. But, that's another story. Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts on the matter, and the good advice.
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Just worn out................le sigh
by dinah ini thought it best i stay a lurker.
it's just right now, i'm going through some doubts and just plain discouraged.
sometimes, trying to do everything just wears me out, and i feel like i'm suffocating.
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Thanks for all your kind words. I really appreciate it.
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Just worn out................le sigh
by dinah ini thought it best i stay a lurker.
it's just right now, i'm going through some doubts and just plain discouraged.
sometimes, trying to do everything just wears me out, and i feel like i'm suffocating.
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Well, sometimes, I do feel guilty for letting it get to me so much. There are bigger issues in this world. And I never felt I had to marry a ministerial servant or elder. I just wanted someone sincere and who wanted to serve Jehovah to the best of his abilities. I was raised a Witness. And,I admit, when I was younger, I could be a self-righteous snob. But, life happened. My closest friends left and some disfellowshipped. And I realized life is hard. It humbled me. And I have observed, even if someone is a servant, elder, and pioneer, doesn't mean he'll make a good husband. It means sometimes, they can be a real jerk really.
And to answer, AllTimeJeff's other question, yes, I am concerned how family and friends would react if I married a man who was not a Witness.
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Just worn out................le sigh
by dinah ini thought it best i stay a lurker.
it's just right now, i'm going through some doubts and just plain discouraged.
sometimes, trying to do everything just wears me out, and i feel like i'm suffocating.
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Well, because as far as marrying another Witness at 35, the pickings are slim. And the ones my age are dating 20 somethings. And then, I'm not one of those that think any baptized brother will do. I have to be in love. It's seems the only ones checking me out, are the unhappily married brothers. I know to some, I sound whiney, but, marriage is something I wanted my whole life. Well, I have other issues, but, that's a biggie one for me.
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Just worn out
by EmptyInside ini thought it best i stay a lurker.
it's just right now, i'm going through some doubts and just plain discouraged.
sometimes, trying to do everything just wears me out, and i feel like i'm suffocating.
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Hi all. I thought it best I stay a lurker. It's just right now, I'm going through some doubts and just plain discouraged. Sometimes, trying to do everything just wears me out, and I feel like I'm suffocating. After the convention this year, I cried for two weeks straight. And really didn't understand why. Well, actually, one big reason for me, is still being a single sister in my mid-thirties. I made the mistake of not marrying by the time I'm 25. And, for some reason, that fact always hits me harder at conventions. All the families sitting around me. And seeing the younger generation pair up. And I feel life has passed me by. Everyone tells me, wait until the new system. It really provides little comfort. It kills my self-esteem. And I just feel unworthy. And I wonder what is wrong with me. After awhile, you start to feel quite unlovable. And when you're my age and still single, I feel left out a lot of times. And because of my doubts and being "spiritually weak" a part of me is worried that it all has been in vain. All I ever wanted was to find a good Witness husband to be my best friend and serve Jehovah together. And, now, I've given up the hope that will ever happen. And now, I'm at a crossroads of sorts. That's why I'm here. Don't know how long I'll stay or what path I'm going to take. I can't make such a serious decision overnight. Sincerely