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  Weed

  by rollercoaster in

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  i have been out of the org., for over a year now.

  i raised my child in the org., and she is now 14. i started smoking pot a month ago, and my daughter found out.

  of course she was taught that this is sooo bad.

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  Thanks so much for your replies. I have taken no offense, and appreciate all of the information.
  My daughter has never seen me smoke pot. I do not use around her. That would be an even greater insult to her. I wait until she's in bed then step outside.
  I haven't had more than two or three hours of good sleep each night for the last 6 years. I went to my doctor and he prescribed sleeping pills, and migraine medication.(I get migraines too) I have been through the classes for stress relief, and learned things like "Bio-Feedback". It has all helped during the day.
  My daughter has watched me go through all of this, and she admits that I have been easier to get along with during the day and I don't blow up so easily when she is out of line. I am actually more reasonable. I think anybody would be a nicer person during the day if they were getting enough sleep.
  I am looking for alternative methods for help. Ones that are legal.
  I did have the alcohol and drugs talk with her, and she seems to understand, but I don't think I will continue smoking. I would seriously consider cooking with it though.(bedtime snacks!!!)

  Path; I do appreciate your frank and open comments. This is the kind of thinking I see in my daughter. This is why I came here to ask for help. Alternatives. I certainly don't want to be a "pothead" of anykind. I grew up thinking a pothead was someone that stayed stoned most of the time. In fact I knew some potheads.

  Thanks all.
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  Weed

  by rollercoaster in

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  i have been out of the org., for over a year now.

  i raised my child in the org., and she is now 14. i started smoking pot a month ago, and my daughter found out.

  of course she was taught that this is sooo bad.

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  rollercoaster

  I have been out of the Org., for over a year now. I raised my child in the Org., and she is now 14. I started smoking pot a month ago, and my daughter found out. Of course she was taught that this is sooo bad. Now she is very confused.
  I don't smoke recreationaly, I do before bed for sleep. I am now sleeping 6 hours a night, without waking. I tried to explain it to her, but she is feeling very betrayed right now. What can I do? I have been very honest with her when she confronted me.
  I was taking sleeping pills, and then having a drink at night, and I feel smoking some pot is a lot safer, and cheaper.
  I really need some help with resolving the "do as I say, not as I do" conflict.
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  New Jersey people Part 2

  by Naeblis in

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  i'll be in joisey dec 28'th - january 2'nd on business (oh i feel so grownup when i say that) if anyone wants to get together throw an email my way.

  i'll even buy a couple rounds :)

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  Hey!!!
  I married a guy from Jersey. He grew up there. His whole family is there. Wonder if any of you know his family. Last name was Cerami.
  RC
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  DATELINE TONITE Children whipped in church

  by Trotafox in

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  dateline .

  friday, dec 14, 9:00 p.m. et.

  kids being torn from their parents.

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  The program did show pictures of the abuse. The children had bruises and scaring all the way up their legs, butt and back. The judge said the parents could only spank them with their hand and only on the buttocks.
  I think just by seeing the preacher, people will consider him not right in the head!!!!
  RC
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  Rain, rain, rain

  by Mulan in

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  it is raining here today, big time.

  i had to go out for a few errands and it was so miserable.

  the puddles are freaking lakes.

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  Mulan,
  I know how you feel. I love the stormy weather though. I don't mind the rain so much if I am wearing my barn boots and rain gear.
  Wasasister had a great idea. We should all get together soon and have cookies and cookies and more cookies. Of course we would need to have a few of Wasa's lemon drop drinks.
  I feel sorry for my employees. They are working out in this weather.
  RC
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  High Achieving Women

  by Thirdson in

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  some of you are aware of my feelings about the role of women in the christian congregation and know i chose a female priest (and someone who is now a good friend) to conduct thirdson and mrs. thirdsons wedding.

  what got me thinking was yesterdays review of the results of the "all colleague survey" with my manager when we discussed where we as department were doing well and where we needed improvement.

  my boss scored an approval rating of over 85% on nearly every topic.

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  rollercoaster

  Well, when I was a JW, I was just starting my business. The more experience I had in the world of road construction, the more I learned to stand equal to men. I had to communicate with business men and the laborer as a professional. During this time there were Elders I had to supervise. That was just to much for them. I became a threat, therefore I remember some visits by the elders to my home regarding my attitude. I wasn't "humble".
  This really irritated me. To the point I finally told them they were no better than me. They were just"men". To this day, I have not had a visit from the elders, and I have been disassociated for over a year.
  I am still working hard as a business owner and have gained a lot of self confidence as a person and as a woman. I know I can do a lot of jobs as well if not better than a man.
  I respect men as they deserve it. If they don't deserve it, then I let them know what I think (In a professional way).
  I feel healthy mentally and I can look people, especially men in the eye when I talk to them.
  I hated the way men treated women in the Borg.
  Roller
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  Who Wants A Christmas Card?

  by Englishman in

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  i want to send lots of christmas greetings cards this year.

  i especially want to send a card to dozens of posters from this site.

  i suppose the obvious answer is that folks email me with an address.

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  I want to send cards to everyone too. Please E-Mail me your address. This is so much fun!!!
  Roller
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  Online Christmas Card.....

  by closer2fine in

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  in the spirit of e-man's post earlier - i had planned on sending out ecards this year to all of you.

  after the rants regarding the junk mail emails - i decided to send them only to those who want one :o).

  please either post below, or send me an email letting me know if it is ok to send a card to you.. [email protected].

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  Me too! Me too! I want one! Please?
  Thanks!!!!
  Roller
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  So Will This Be Your First Christmas?

  by Englishman in

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  funny how the prospect of christmas takes me back to my pre-dub days as a 7 year old.

  christmas eve was spent making my present request list, duly guided by both my parents as to what to ask for.

  once completed, the coal fire was stoked up and the precious list was allowed to be carried up the chimney where waiting elves promptly delivered my requests to santa.

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  Hi,
  This is my first Christmas in over 20 years. This is my daughters very first Christmas. I am so excited. We have all kinds of lights to put up. My husband is getting a kick out of our excitement.
  I have already done most of the shopping for my daughter. Just some big gifts left to buy.
  I am hoping for lots of snow and wonderful trips to the mall.
  We just moved our office out of the building we shared with some JWs, so we will be decorating our offices too. We are so excited.
  We have carved pumpkins and have a bunch of small ones on our counter in the kitchen. What a wonderful year!!!!
  RC
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  No more Judical Committee

  by STRUGGLE in

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  hi rollercoaster, i am here and i am df'd.

  very long story about that one.

  in essence i told the elders about themsleves.

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  rollercoaster

  Hi Struggle,
  I'm sorry you have to go through such a horrible experience. The elders give all men a bad reputation. I know I hated men for a long time. I related everything to my experiences with the elders. You will move on. You may even decide that the meetings are a farce. To see men up there on the platform telling everyone how to be perfect, and that we are not yet good enough or humble enough, and then you see that same elder get drunk, or listen to the "wrong" type of music and it's o.k., because it is an elder.
  Be assured that most JWs will fall at sometime or another.
  I hope you find peace and know that you are a good person. You are like many others that need to know you are cared about, and it's o.k. to be loved.
  I haven't seen or talked to an elder in a long time. They don't bother me, and I am not DF'd. I feel sorry for them if they ever do try to come and talk to me.
  Take care of yourself.
  RC