No. We left about a year ago. I kept in touch with a few friends but they have all died off. Get this, I had just started radiation for cancer and I was talking on the phone with a friend. She told me during that conversation that I was her best friend (the conversation took place in January) and that was the last time I heard from her, so where was the love and support? That isn't what I would call a friend especially when you are going through cancer treatment you would think there would be compassion. Needless to say I don't think much of her or any of the others.
Aunt Fancy
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Since you've left, are you still good friends with your bestest JW buddies?
by Julia Orwell inis it possible that someone has a jw friend who's very active in the congregation, knows you don't believe it anymore, and is still your friend?
i'm at the point where word is getting out that i'm not going to meetings anymore, and friends ask me if they'll be seeing me at the ca and i tell them i'm not going.
they want to know why, and what they can do to encourage me.
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So the straw that broke the camel(my wifes' back)
by sosoconfused inso after our incident today i let some time pass so as not to kill the mood and bring up all the annoying watchtower stuff.
however i said, "babe seriously, i know you were upset about the other issue but you seem to just never want to even think about borg stuff again!
i am glad - don't get me wrong - but so i can reall understand please tell me what was it that made youjust wash your hands clean so fast?".
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Aunt Fancy
It may be too much for her to read right now because she is angry from being lied to. My husband went back to four ex witnesses he was very close to that were either inactive or DF and he told them what he knew and gave them C of C and they all said it changed their lives because they had so much junk in their minds. If you see that your wife is having trouble with the brain washing then I would suggest you encourage her to read that book and Steve Hassen's books. It is so encouraging to see couples out together.
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How Do The Witnesses Treat You?
by minimus inare they warm?.
do they view you as an apostate?.
(generally, most witnesses are quite nice to me)..
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Aunt Fancy
Like I don't exist. I don't see them when I am out and I never hear from anyone except one person. It hurt at first but I am glad to be away from them now.
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600 people up and left the DC after the 'apostate' talk?
by Julia Orwell inan 'apostate' inactive jw in america i know on facebook went to the dc and said fully 600 people left between the end of the apostate talk and the lunch break.
have any of you who also went to the dc seen something like this happen?
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Aunt Fancy
I haven't finished reading all of the replies but from my experience there was always a higher count in the afternoon session so I am surprised there was a 600 person decrease.
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School for Congregation Elders
by C.O.B.E.Beef ini attended the school late last year, and it was an emotional and mental rollercoaster for me.
i was already divided in my heart to say the least.
one of the instructors stayed in my home for the week, and my family genuinely enjoyed his company.
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Aunt Fancy
This is a very interesting post. It is so important to inform others of these crazy experiences because it does help others to wake up. You never know when someone's experience will help another person and change their life. I was able to get my husband out without any problems too because I think he was just ready like I was but i don't know what i would have done if he had stayed. We also don't have a problem with telling each other how we feel so I think that helps. Once we found out the real truth we could not go back. I couldn't sit there and listen to the nonsense without making faces or commenting about it. I would eventually tell them what I thought so it is much better for me to walk away. I am glad your family is out and you can live a fulfilling life.
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I think my wife is going to open the can of worms...
by sosoconfused inso over the last 5 - 7 months as some may know i have resigned as an elder and just came to a cold stop going to the meetings.
brothers call i wont answer the phone.
if they come by i just wont answer the door.
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Aunt Fancy
Wow! Good for her! I think most of us would love to do that too.
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Dat da da da: Justitia Themis Law School Graduate
by crmsicl incongratulations to justitia themis on all her hard work at putting herself through law school.
after being raised in the watchtower organization and having survived all of what that entails she has picked up the pieces, analyzed her strengths and has made choices to better herself and the community.. .
i am so proud of her.
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Aunt Fancy
Congratulations! It is always encouraging to hear that someone broke free and went out and followed their dreams to make their life more rewarding.
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From Pioneer to Professor: My Story
by laverite ini wanted to say hello.
i knew i was gay.
i wanted to study and learn about everything i could.
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Aunt Fancy
Laverite, I really enjoyed your story. It is so nice to see someone reach their goals and have a successful life with a beautiful family.
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My life ... and how JWD came to be - Part 5
by Simon inmy life ... and how jwd came to be - part 1. my life ... and how jwd came to be - part 2. my life ... and how jwd came to be - part 3. my life ... and how jwd came to be - part 4. i swear, i thought it was only a couple of years at most since i wrote part 4 of "my life and how jwd came to be".
i re-read it after someone posted to it and brought it back on active topics and it was kind of prophetic in a way ... well, i had the 5 years part right if nothing else:.
it would be nice to visit the site (or whatever one is around then) in 5 years time to let people know how we're doing and find only a few of the same people still around.
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Aunt Fancy
I want to thank both Simon and Angharad for all the work you do to keep this site going and for not closing it down. It has been a great place for me and many others to come here during the healing process. So much wonderful information is available here. I am sorry that your Mom and sisters have chosen to not be in your life because they have missed out on so much. You were very fortunate that you both left together which is what my husband and I have done. I can't imagine what it would be like to do this on my own. I enjoyed reading your life story and I am sure many others will enjoy it. Thanks again!
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Julia gets hit with the Shun Gun for the first time...and it really hurts.
by Julia Orwell inmy jw friend of 20 years, the first one i ever met, the one who got me into jwism in the first place, unfriended me from facebook without explanation.
other jws who have unfriended me at least called me names (apostate) and told me they were unfriending me, but they were no loss.
but someone who's been your friend since you were 13...and no explanation...i'd think 20 years- 20 years!
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Aunt Fancy
Julia, I am thankful my family is not in because they have been a real source of comfort and love to us. I really feel for those that are shunned by their family. Take your time in deciding if you want to re friend her. I have really taken my time in every decision I have made during this past year and so far it has paid off. Hang in there!