Posts by LeslieV

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everyone voice in

by peacefulpete in

please express in 0ne to three words why you are on this web site.

: angry,confused and desperate,lonely,seeking affirmation,saving souls,to expose evil,curious about apostates, like being naughty, etc.

please limit comment to 3 or less words.

They just came to my door!

by 4christ in

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eek...... i just had a visit from 2 lady jws!

i was totally caught off guard.

my dogs barked at em so i had to put them out before i could answer.

You did really well with them both. My guess is that tomorrow at the meeting they will be discussing this conversation with others. Of course, they will feel you have been mislead...sad they do not see the truth that they are just indoctrinated with fear.

Leslie

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FARTING IN THE KINGDOM HALL.

by nightwarrior in

i was lead to beleive that cleanlinness was next to godliness,that jehovah is a clean god, .

as we as a family sat down behind ( being the operative word ) a couple of elderly sisters ,arriving late we took the only seats available,even then we caused disruption as we even i were fighting over the seats as to where one would sit ,sure enough i allways seemed to end up in the firing line of these elderly fat arsed sisters,whom allways ended up farting in your face,the smell was so strong that you could actualy taste the stench it in the air 10 minutes later,i allways felt sick ,my children grinning .

how did you cope yourself

LeslieV

My goodness this is the funniest thread I have ever read. Can't beat a fart thread it always makes me giggle.

Leslie

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See Ya.

by CoolBreeze in

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friends

hi guys.

due to some positive changes in my life, i won't be reading or posting to the boards much anymore ... if at all.

i may peek in once in a while and drop a line.

LeslieV

Anton you are one classy guy!!!!!! Good Luck in whatever you do in life. Your attitude will make you successful anywhere.

Leslie

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Elders will be here in 10 minutes...pray for me

by Jacqueline in

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friends

elders will be doing a shepharding call in 10 minutes...why we have not attended meetings in so long.

i want nothing to do with the organization anymore....pray for me that i can keep my strength against them!

!

LeslieV

Thank you for sharing your story with all of us. As you have found out that their love is only lip service. There really is no effort on their part. They leave that all up to you. As you have experienced is is all about power and control. You did not have power, since you were not baptized (thank God!!) so they basically considered you unworthy. I find it very interesting that they didn't pay attention to you when you attended but now that you have stopped they show up. Real love all right my guess it is all about numbers. The elders have been admonished to bring in the weak and beef those memorial day numbers. Hey you ought to ask them if they are counting their time with you?? LOL. One really good thing is there is really nothing they can do to you since you are not baptized. As far as them coming over talk it over with your husband. He sounds like a cutey and is concerned for you. It is not easy for one raised a JW to stick up for their non JW wife. Keep us posted.

Leslie

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A tale of three sisters.........

by Tatiana in

it started in 1956. a girl was born.

with lovely strawberry blonde, curly hair.

dad and mom kissing.

LeslieV

Dear April;

I was so touched by your story. It is amazing to me how many young people have been so hurt by this religion. I left my ex because I wanted a life for my three girls. After hearing over and over about education not being important and I should make sure my girls pioneered I knew I needed to get them out. My 20 year old and 18 year old are both in college and my 15 year old hopefully will follow. There JW dad has nothing to do with them. His comment always is that their mother only cares about getting ahead in life and the girls will surely not have everlasting life because they put school first. I know this my sound silly but I thank you for your story it proves that my leaving to be able to give my daughters a better life was the right decision. My heart goes out to you. I hope your life turns around soon.

Leslie

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I am so depressed

by Sadie5 in

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my hubby and i are closing our business.

2002 was a terrible year.

we've been in business for 10 years and in 2002 we earned only 60% of our average.

LeslieV

Dear Sadie;

I am so sorry that you and your family are going through all of this right now. I do not know where you live, but I run a very large financial assistance program through the Salvation Army. We never charge for food etc. I would encourage you if you need food please find out when your local food pantries are open, or call your local Salvation Army. They really try to help in any way that they can. I will be thinking of you and your husband. Also it is illegal for any employeer to use age against you. You might want to call your local labor board.

Leslie

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Seen but not heard!!

by AS IF in

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hello to you all, i feel like i know a lot of you because i been here so long and watched you "talking" here so much.

please know that you are all helping many people.

i started to to the e dance called the "lurk" you've all done it or heard of it.

LeslieV

Welcome As If!!!! Looking forward to hearing more from you.

Leslie

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OBSERVATIONS BY MY THERAPIST

by Far North in

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friends

my last therapy session was all about the "truth".

after many sessions i finally brought up the thought that maybe some of my depression and low self-esteem issues have to do with spending 40 years in a high-control religion.. i won't bore you with all the details but some of the highlights of what i said bothers me are:.

my never feeling like i am doing enough or are good enough.. having regrets about missed opportunities and having let others control my life.. constant changing of doctrine and dates.

LeslieV

First Far North..welcome to the board. I don't feel like I can offer any more advice other than to say the the JW religion is all about power and control. Even though you had many powerful positions decisions, ideas, thoughts have all been programmed into you. Give yourself some time...you will eventually be able to see through alot of the control.

The JW religion really is not at all supportive of its people. They talk so much about whole-souled ministry..Look at that for a minute..what in the world does that mean??? Other than the fact you will never live up to what their standards are. There is so much negativity surrounding their beliefs that a truly loving person gets swallowed up in it all. Obviously, Far North you really loved to worship. Unfortunately they took that love and made you feel unworthy of it. Going to a good therapist is very beneficial. Coming to this board in conjunction with counseling is very theraputic. Glad to have you.

Leslie

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A newbie says hello

by Icansaylucky in

hello, i've been a lurker for about a year now and finally decided to register and start posting.

i don't have time to tell my story right now, but plan on doing so soon.

i guess i'm putting it off as i'm not sure where to start without it being a book.

LeslieV

Dear Icansaylucky;

Glad to have you here. I know even for myself I do not know where I would even begin about my journey to freedom. Maybe for yourself to do it alittle at a time. That way it will not seem so overwhelming. I will look forward to reading how you left that silly cult when you are ready to do so.

Leslie