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  The Secret of Sunchild

  by Darkchilde in

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  yes, it's me, "sunchild.

  " i apologize for posting something so self-indulgent and mostly off-topic, but i sense that i've confused a few people here lately.

  maybe this will clear things up... or just raise more questions.. i know that i'm not quite as old as some other people who post here.

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  Kristen

  Rochelle,
  Just keep on being you. Your deep sense of self and expressive creativity are awesome. Please send me the URL too.

  Thank you,
  Kristen
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  Making Strides

  by Kristen in

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  i realized that one year has passed since i initially signed up on this board.

  a year ago i was afraid of being part of this place; but knew it was necessary if i wanted to move beyond where i was.

  today i am totally comfortable being around here.

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  Kristen

  I realized that one year has passed since I initially signed up on this board. A year ago I was afraid of being part of this place; but knew it was necessary if I wanted to move beyond where I was. Today I am totally comfortable being around here. Experience is a great teacher. People are so human. I hate the way the WTBTS paints those who leave the organization. In many ways, they are just so wrong.

  I asked myself a question today about how much this place has been of support and enlightement to me. Has my being here added to my life or just made things more confusing where I am? It has been an interesting journey. At times it is overwhelming. But some days I'll take away a nugget or two that makes me stronger, more aware, and less naiive about the organization, people, and life itself. I have gained a lot of insight through the contributions of others—even if I am not on the same wavelength as them. There is a lot of clutter here sometimes, but layered within are things worthy of coming back for. I am not a mega-poster; the way I contribute and absorb has very little to do with the number under my name. I am very involved at times behind the scenes and often with my heart and mind.

  I have come to realize the value in being open to new ideas. Of listening to people who I would never have the opportunity to IRL. To at least give consideration to ideas that I've never been "allowed" to before. I still may not agree, but I learn to see how another person does. To me, that has much value.

  Thank you to everyone who comes to this board with something to share. To discuss things in a constructive way. To help others, and to inform others. And even when you share something very human about yourself, it may resonate in people in ways you may never realize. We all impact someone else's life—even if we just reply with one of these -->

  I am so thankful that we have this medium to group together. I can't imagine how lonely and isolated people were before being able to go online and connect with others who shared this part of their lives.

  I hurt for all of you who are hurting. I am sad that the people who should be showing the most love and support to you are governed by policies and rules . . . that are just so ridiculous sometimes.

  I have made great strides over this past year. I am in the middle of some major breakthroughs with some people in my life; dealing with issues that have held me in limbo for quite a few years. I am growing up.

  Thank you again, all. And to Simon and Angharad, thank you for all you do to maintain this place. It has truly added value to my life.

  Kind regards,
  Kristen

  (edited to fix a speeling error
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  For those of you who struggle

  by Kristen in

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  for those of you who struggle a little bit harder every day due to chemical imbalances or from trying to work though issues in your life... for those of you who default to darkness occasionally or frequently and have a hard time seeing and end to the pain.... ((((hugs))))))) to all of you who are hanging in there despite "whatever" it is you are dealing with in your lives, my heart goes out to you.

  it is a rough road some days.

  kristen

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  For those of you who struggle a little bit harder every day due to chemical imbalances or from trying to work though issues in your life... For those of you who default to darkness occasionally or frequently and have a hard time seeing and end to the pain...

  ((((HUGS))))))) To all of you who are hanging in there despite "whatever" it is you are dealing with in your lives, my heart goes out to you. It is a rough road some days.

  Kristen
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  Hello-New Again and Pierced!

  by Pierced Angel in

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  i've posted in the past under the nic, "doubting sister", but i'm no longer doubtful.

  i'm totally convinced, the witnesses are just another religion like any other.

  actually, i consider them a cult, but i think many religions have cultish tendencies anyhow, so i'll refrain from calling them that for now.. because of this site i've been able to see things more clearly and i'm feeling better about leaving.

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  My mother is hanging on deep to this religion and the more I pull away, the more she tries to "encourage" me. . . . My brother's death several years back has made her more motivated to be close to Jehovah since she wishes to see him in the "new system". I don't want to take that hope away from her since I have nothing factual to give her to replace it. That's the really difficult part, wondering what to believe anymore. I think it's making me take each day and live it up to the fullest, but it also makes me very sad sometimes.

  PA,
  Welcome back, I remember you from a few months ago. I can SO identify with the above snippet, because it's EXACTLY what I've been dealing with in my family. I lost my 29-year-old brother five years ago.

  I am glad to see you in a better place, more sure of things for yourself.

  Kristen
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  Adam & Eve (a story full of questions)

  by Big Jim in

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  adam and eve.

  most people are probably familiar with the story of adam and eve in the garden of eden.

  also, most people consider it to be just a story.

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  Big Jim,
  I enjoyed your 'diatribe' on this. When I first started reading it I couldn't help but to think of the Simpson's episode where they portrayed the Garden of Eden (Homer-Adam, Marge-Eve, Ned Flanders-God). It was hilarious. And pretty thought-provoking when you really think about how the story goes.

  "Eve, you are SO Banished!"

  Kristen
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  Oh May We Ever Live Up To Our Chosen Name!

  by Englishman in

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  there are some really weird and interesting names on this site.

  just out of interest, lets swap details of how we selected our chosen "stage name", it could be fun!.

  i chose "englishman" when i first started to lurk at h20.

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  Kristen

  I didn't want to submit myself to a public disfellowshipping from the "real" JW boards by bringing over my old nickname. They get pretty uptight when you veer off the narrow, cramped road (right, Prisca . Kristen is the name I've always wanted. Perfect timing for a new chapter in my life.

  Kristen
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  "Winston Smith" died Friday

  by HoChiMin in

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  fellow posters;.

  sad news.

  winston smith (screen name) a fellow poster and friend died friday july 20, 2001 at 43 years old.

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  Kristen

  This is sad news indeed. My condolences to his friends and family.

  Kristen
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  You'll have to excuse me......

  by JW72 in

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  2. friends

  hi everyone.. i'm sorry that it has taken me so long to remember this, but i've been reading through the bible and it suddenly clicked, it was me that inspired it.. i must have completely forgotten.. sorry for any confusion that may have been caused.. love.

  chris.

  p.s if anyone wants a copy of any of my other novels, just let me know.. p.p.s i'll let you know now, that i am a fiction writer, there seems to be a bit of confusion on that subject with my last book.

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  Kristen

  LOL@Chris!

  Well, it's about time you remembered! Now I can move on with my life.
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  Would you have survived the big 'A' ?

  by Simon in

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  thanks to larc for suggesting this one....

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  I always got hung up on the disclaimer "probably." Gawd, what a way to live!

  Simon,
  I like your new poll features.

  Thanks,
  Kristen
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  How Many IN, OUT, etc.

  by troubled in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  i'm wondering how many here are "active jws," "inactive jws," "x-jws," or "never jws.".

  i don't mean to be nosy.

  i'm just wondering how many are in a situation like mine (still in, but struggling).

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  Kristen

  Hello there Troubled,
  I have been inactive for 5 years and totally stopped trying to attend meetings for 1. I was raised in the organization from age 3 and started having major issues at 24. In my heart I no longer want the affiliation but I haven't been pushed into declaring where I stand to a group of men. I have strong family ties that I am trying to preserve for the time being.

  With the exception of the frustration that goes along with my particular circumstance, I feel much more relieved and happy to have stepped away. I can pursue my own interests, attend school, and stop feeling guilty and concerned about trivial things. A world of people has opened up to me like never before. Merging in has been interesting to say the least. I've come a long way—but know the road ahead will have many more bumps. I'm readying for it because its the "path of thorns" I've chosen for myself.

  The first couple of years away was the hardest for me. It's gotten a heck of a lot easier though.

  Kristen