Posts by joyfulfader

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I got a new JW tract on my front door called "Who really controls the world?"

by Iamallcool in

jw
friends

have you received the same thing on your door?

i wish that i am still at the gated community where i lived there for more than 6 years, i received zero jw garbage!

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joyfulfader

I feel your pain. I found an invite to their convention in my door today. I think it was the elders who showed up at my door last month. Goody.

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Health, fitness and recovery advice

by SecretSlaveClass in

i hope this is okay with you simon, but since i've noticed the number of forum members looking to discuss or seek advice on various health issues i thought it would be a good idea to start a thread dedicated to this topic alone.

any discussions or advice on these matters could be put here where any and all would be welcome to jump in with any help they could offer.

i am working on the first questions at the moment taken from the cognac/morpheus weight loss thread.

joyfulfader

This is my experience and may not be for everyone. i did a 6 week weight loss challenge last summer and lost 24 lbs. i thought i only needed to lose 15 but the 24 did wonders for my high blood pressure and high cholesterol (and my figure). Perhaps my situation is not typical but this worked and continues to work for me but it requires that i have some self control as well as strong motivation.

After i lost the 24 lbs i felt great and though "what am i going to do next?" i continued my HIIT (high intensity interval training) and realized i wanted more noticeable results. I had changed my eating habits and begun eating healthy proteins, low fats and complex carbs. i noticed such a difference in my life by maintaining good nutrition with an active workout schedule.

My problems began when i began switching careers into sales. i had 2 jobs and was working 70 hours per week...not very conducive to a consistent workout schedule. i decided to hire a trainer 2 days per week in my home as i have a full gym. While my schedule remains extremely busy, i am very diligent about my diet and my workouts despite my crazy hours (some 14-16 hr shifts). I have to change times constantly to correspond with my schedule. Having a home gym is a blessing and a curse as it is convenient but it is not always easy to motivate myself after a 12 or 14 hour day. i have chosen to do what i can without causing exhaustion which means i cannot always do all 5 weekly workouts.

i have a food list that i concentrate on...its not a diet, just a lifestyle change and i eat 6 times per day to make sure i have the calories and protein to sustain my workouts.

i am 43 and am training for a bikini fitness competition in July. It is local just to get my feet wet but over the past several months i realized that even working so many hours, i can squeeze in my workouts more often than not. i am not able to fit them all in but i do my best and i stick to my food plan. i find that i am not interested in eating junk.This took time and effort and determination as well as commitment. Because of this i see amazing results. i love how i look in clothes and even a bikini...a huge plus.

A busy schedule can be a deterrent but it doesn't have to be. i still work 60-70 hrs per week, have a daughter as a single mom and have a 3000 sq ft house to care for as well as a third of an acre. i don't always get it all done and it can be stressful and i do get overwhelmed at times but it can be done. I see amazing things happening with my body and i love it. i can walk down the beach with 20 year olds and not feel a bit of intimidation.

I know how hard it is to fit it all in but fitness is possible. i know not everyone wants to train for bikini competition (those bikinis and heels are actually scaring me...) but it is possible to fit in some effective workouts for more moderate changes.

i wish everyone great success in their endeavors toward better heath and fitness. i don't mind sharing some of the things i have learned along the way so message me if you would like to know :)

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Bending Truth - CO Talk - Time and Money Invested

by berrygerry in

watched the bending truth video last week - an essential for those asking "why?

" people join, and why people stay.. the co's talk on inspired truth and inspired error made much reference to habakkuk "not be late.".

and then, they actually verbalized the bending truth video, for those wondering about the delay, and what to do.. "think about how much time and money you have already invested in serving jehovah.

joyfulfader

I watched this all the way through and have saved it in hopes i can use it with my family in the future. Thank you!!!

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Survey: How long were you in the cult vs what year you were baptized

by ILoveTTATT2 in

jw
friends

hi people,.

i want as much data as possible on the effect of the internet on the time captured by the cult.. please answer the three following questions about yourself or about someone you know (for example, if your parents or grandparents were jw's and left).

1) were you raised as a jw, or did you convert?.

joyfulfader

1) Raised

2) baptized in 1988 at 16 (because i thought i had no option)

3) 2011 (August 2011 was last meeting. never went back after a couple of years of serious doubt)

23 years baptized but whole life until 39 trapped. 4 years of amazing freedom!

My exit was 99% due to what i saw and experienced over the years as opposed to the internet sparking it. Once i was out, the internet solidified my choice and continues to help in the evolution of my beliefs. Had i the guts years ago to search the internet i may have left much sooner.

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G.B. & J.W.'s Becoming Clap-Happy

by The Searcher in

at the regional convention (national!!

) for scotland, mark sanderson elicited 13 rounds of applause during his closing talk, (for the least little things!

) plus a final one for his closing prayer!

joyfulfader

I remember my last convention 2011...I was "waking up" and an experience was given by a young man who decided to up and quit his job to pioneer. When asked how he supported himself one of the main ways he mentioned was relying on the "generosity of the friends". I remember getting this bewildered look on my face as witnesses around me applauded furiously. I felt ill and embarrassed that such a thing was being applauded!! I sat there looking at those around me incredulously murmuring "Seriously????" I don't think I applauded ever again. It was just another nail in the coffin. Applause for using others. Ridiculous.

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Girls if you're internet dating and want an idea for a good profile this one got me 137 messages in less than 24hours

by KateWild in

hi there guys,yes i do like having fun.

i am am very fun loving and can have fun everyday if you like.i am retired now i have 16 kids to 16 different dads.

i live alone as the youngest one who is 16 has just had a baby and has her own place two doors from me.

joyfulfader

POF creeped me out although my friend met her husband of that site. I have tried other online dating services but just don't like that method. It's fun for a while with all of the attention but then it gets overwhelming for me. I did date a nice guy for several months but distance and his weird schedule were a problem. I don't know if I could stand to read the responses to your fake ad Kate lol

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Fun at The WT This Morning

by OneFingerSalute in

so ofs was at the wt this morning, and on par.

14 the question was, "what trust can a faithful christian whose relative is disfellowshipped have?".

after awhile when no one else raised their hands ofs did, and was called on.. ofs commented, "one of jw can have the trust that god will lovingly give them the ability to uphold the disfellowshipping arrangement by totally shunning family members.".

joyfulfader

That was great!!

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What are you up to this summer?

by Xanthippe in

jw
friends

i really enjoy hearing about other people's lives.

feeling a little lonely this evening so please tell me if you have plans for the summer months.

i may go to some outdoor theatre with my daughter who's home from uni; with a picnic and a bottle of wine.

joyfulfader

Sounds like everyone has some great plans!! Anniversaries, vacations, time with family...love it!! So wish I could make it to Lake Tahoe!

LisaRose- I hope nothing weird happens during your visit to Eureka! Sheriff Carter will take care of it and perhaps Zane can provide some eye candy lol (a reference to one of my favorite shows)

Mine started with an island adventure in the Caribbean. My birthday is next month and my daughter turns 18 this summer. She is going on a Young Life retreat next month and she is so looking forward to it! She is on a spiritual quest. :)

And best of all I am doing a fitness transformation boot camp for 6 weeks. Scared but super excited!! All of this in addition to a trip back home for my nephew's birthday and my sister's wedding shower (she is getting married late summer) and a 24 credit course load while working full time :)

I think this summer will fly but I am so excited about it all!!!

Can anyone please send rain to NC?? My lawn and plants are crispy :(

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Govening Body and JWN

by John Aquila in

do you think any members of the governing body visit this site-jwn regularly?.

how about the heavies in the organization, like the writers, lawyers, and other who work at headquarters?.

for all we know john aquila could be a member of the gb..

joyfulfader

I wonder what the turnover is for those that monitor the "apostate" sites. I can't imagine any one of them could remain exposed to reality for very long and not come to their senses and leave.

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19 and Counting Pedophile Church Coverup, their just like the Watchtower! "Real Time" Pedophile Scandal!"

by PhilsWager2 in

http://www.ew.com/article/2015/05/21/people-duggar-family-speaks-after-josh-duggar-accused-molestation.

have you read about this freak who molested his family, the parents, church and a police officer covered up this scandal because of all the money!.

"posted may 21 2015 6:51 pm edt.

joyfulfader

I figured something like this was inevitable with their ultra conservative views on dating and affection. Those kids had no chance at a normal, positive view of sexuality. The repression I am sure is overwhelming. It's not an excuse for heinous behavior but it seems like the logical progression from being raised by Christian zealots. Sadly, I am sure this is only the first of many scandals to come as these young people strike out on their own.