People like to give gifts because it is a normal showing of love and friendship. Yes, though, I too sometimes feel like it is too much, and I don't deserve it. I had a big SURPRISE and I mean big surprise party a few weeks ago for my bday. I got all kinds of neat stuff and it was really lovely and sweet and thoughful. I am working on my thank you cards now. I do love to give gifts. One good website to find really cool gifts is etsy.com
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Do you feel guilty accepting gifts (on both birthdays, holidays and non holidays?)
by Joliette inme and my brother was talking about 'the society' 'the watchtower' in general, and my brother said that he sometimes felt guilty acceping gifts from his 'worldly' friends, associates, etc.
(he's not baptized, neither am i).
i always felt guilty eating birthday cake, standing up for the flag.
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WHAT IF YOU HAD NEVER LEFT !!!
by warmasasunned ini am sure that this question as been asked before.
when i think of my life now,a lovely kind beautiful wife, two happy healthy kids, good job, nice home, real friends.
yes since i left the jws almost twenty years ago i can honestly say i have lived my life.. when i eventually left the death by bordem cult ... i had nothing, a loveless marraige i only stayed in because of the jws, no friends, no home to call my own, in debt, i had a wife who was so depressed she shooped to make herself happy.
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mamalove
I would hate my life. But my other side would be much more happy with me. It is hard....no lie there. But worth it. I need more time on my side to heal my wounds I think.
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Update on Jamiebowers - not sure what to think...
by sd-7 ini just got a call from jamie this afternoon, saying she found her husband in the bathroom, not breathing.
i've not had the chance to speak to her, she left me a voice mail.
but i'm very worried.
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mamalove
((HUGS)), glad he is ok!
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Need advice on nasty ex-spouses
by mamalove inneed some advice from anyone with a nasty ex please.
mine is a bitter, nasty jw, who has a very small iq, low self esteem, bad temper, and upset he got dumped and rejected basically to sum it all up.
so anytime we have to deal with each other on a topic such as the kids, doctor visits and stuff like that, he texts me nasty little digs and insults my parenting and tries to pump himself up to be superdad.
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mamalove
Need some advice from anyone with a nasty ex please. Mine is a bitter, nasty JW, who has a very small IQ, low self esteem, bad temper, and upset he got dumped and rejected basically to sum it all up. So anytime we have to deal with each other on a topic such as the kids, doctor visits and stuff like that, he texts me nasty little digs and insults my parenting and tries to pump himself up to be superdad. The truth is we both are good parents who don't neglect our children's general care and welfare, but he hates me so much that I think it makes him feel really good to try and insult me.
I would love to lash back and tell him what a total dumbass I think he is, but I know it won't do any good and will just start the cycle of hurling hate back and forth. He really started in on it today big time and I am just shaking. I actually called my police department to see what the guidelines are for harassing text messages. His stuff is more insulting rather than threatening my life or safety.
He is so immature he tried to say that he is a better parent because he took the kids to a certain doctor more than me over the last 2 years, but I took them to other doctors and dentists more than him over the same period of time, so its kind of funny to me that he is keeping a count and telling me I am more concerned on my own pursuits than the kids. Then he calls me a liar all the time over dumb stuff, like I will tell him that he said such and such and he denies it and tells me I am a liar. I know he said things because I remember the time, place, etc. It's like he feels soooo good saying these things to me and it does get the better of me because I know he did say them,and I know I take good care of my kids.
Why do people feel the need to make digs? Does it make themselves feel better because they are angry? How can I stop it? When do ex's simmer down and let things go? I NEVER insult him, and just keep things business. I have no need to make him feel bad over anything. I can't bring myself to hurl stuff back at him, I know it is wrong but I would love to stop him in his track and say something snappy to get him to shut his mouth. Any ideas? Thanks!
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I never want kids. I dont want my kids to get destroyed.
by Joliette in...i went to a gathering a few weeks ago (a luncheon for some pioneer sisters).
we had turkey burgers, salad, fruit salad, etc.
one of the sister (an eighteen year old sister) and me were having a conversation (i'm not a pioneer by the way, and i wasnt going out in field service, just visiting, i live down the street from this sisters house).
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mamalove
At my old KH there were quite a few of us couples that had children and were all getting pregnant. I think it became more OK to have kids recently.
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Is there a such thing as a perfect weekend when you're a Jehovah's Witness?
by miseryloveselders ini'm venting a little bit, just a smidgen anyway.
i might not remember this thread tommorrow, as i just popped the ambien, and i'm waiting for it kick in so i can hit the sack.
i wanted to post this before my brain goes haywire.
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Weekends are WONDERFUL. Friday night had drinks with co-workers as two are leaving for other employment. Then went to the casino and had a seafood buffet that was compd! Sat, went to dinner and hung with friends, right now, getting ready to go to a hockey game downtown. Yes, weekends are great when you live your life as you see fit. You will still be a good person. But i know you have family....((HUGS))
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Anyone else feel stir crazy??
by dssynergy inso, now that i haven't been to meetings for over a year and i've told my mom and my friends that i'm taking a break i'm feeling a little....stir crazy.
is that normal?
i think i read somewhere on this board someone mention they sort of went wild for about 6 months, got it out of their system and then were better.
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mamalove
I think this is the wrong area for this to be posted? Should this go in adult?
But, to answer your question, I don't think going crazy is the answer. But if you are a responsible, consenting adult, and are safe and careful about diseases and pregnancy and want to get your world rocked, and it won't bother you in the morning how you feel about yourself then go for it. Go for the art of being a good kisser, not too much spit, little tongue, learn to kiss a man's neck oh so good, and figure out how to make yourself so tempting.....but if you are in a relationship, I think all of that comes so natural and the key is being relaxed and confident and honest when you are together. One thing I HATE is when men use really clinical words. So try and talk a little dirty I guess....
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Latest apostate warning in Feb 15 2011 Watchtower
by dozy inandre, who had served jehovah for years, had the bitter experience of being led astray.
by apostate thinking.
he felt that having a quick look at an apostate web site would not be dangerous.he recalls: initially, i was attracted to the so-called truths that the.
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mamalove
I bet Andre doesn't really exist. He is just hypothetical...
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Latest apostate warning in Feb 15 2011 Watchtower
by dozy inandre, who had served jehovah for years, had the bitter experience of being led astray.
by apostate thinking.
he felt that having a quick look at an apostate web site would not be dangerous.he recalls: initially, i was attracted to the so-called truths that the.
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mamalove
I bet Andre doesn't really exist. He is just hypothetical...
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When Was The Last Time You Said A Prayer?
by minimus indo you ever pray?.
have you felt, "what the heck?
it's worth a shot"?.
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Yeah, once in a while. I just say something like, "I do not know what to call you, or know exactly who you are, but if someone is up there, please....."