i've never been completely shunned because i've never been baptized.
my father side has always talked to me and included me in family events.
but my mom's side is in denial of shunning me.
Jayk, unfortunately when our family members are in a cult they often treat those of us that aren’t in their cult like shit.
Sorry you’re having to deal with this. Pretty much everyone else on this forum has experienced similar treatment by our families.
I’m glad your dad’s side makes you feel included.
Honestly, and I’m not trying to be a jerk here, but why would you want to hang out with people that don’t treat you well?
we all know that this cult will drive those trying to leave to desperate measures, and today by brother was very nearly one of those statistics.
he slashed his thigh with a kitchen knife and was bleeding out until he called the police.. i got a call on my way home from work from a police officer, coincidentally it was one of my old friends from school who's now a cop.
he told me my brother is in hospital after an attempted suicide and has lost some blood but will be ok. but i should get to the hospital as he's asking for me.
PE, well done. Your brother is lucky to have you as his advocate.
And good job on the book placement. Don't forget to record that on your monthly Field Service Report! ... LOL
can anyone give me a valid reason for it?
growing old is a drag.
the witnesses idea of ever lasting life, that you will come back to your most youthful state is such a bs answer..
Jayk, I don't drink malt liquor, I drink single malt whiskey. They are about as similar as a Sloppy Joe sandwich and Filet Mignon.
But I do appreciate the sentiment.
Same back at ya!
jp
can anyone give me a valid reason for it?
growing old is a drag.
the witnesses idea of ever lasting life, that you will come back to your most youthful state is such a bs answer..
So now you think I'm a "social justice warrior."
As I said, you're one confused little puppy!
I will give you credit for getting this right though:
Jayk: The fact you say sex and gender are not synonymous ... I now know who I'm dealing with
Good. You're dealing with someone who knows the difference between these two commonly confused words.
PS: I reread my last post. You were right. There are two mistakes. I am missing a end quote after the word matter and I said "latter" when I meant former. Good catch!
can anyone give me a valid reason for it?
growing old is a drag.
the witnesses idea of ever lasting life, that you will come back to your most youthful state is such a bs answer..
Jayk, you are one confused little puppy!
Let me break it down for you:
Congratulations, you have broken an astonishing number of forum guidelines and general rules of internet etiquette in a single thread.
By the way: sex and gender are not synonymous. Google it!
While we’re on this topic, I will make my final comment in response to your final comment:
Jayk: Im not sure if my dick would be big enough for you to be satisfied.
As I’ve said before, I like women. But I do hear you expressing your feelings of inadequacy. Some say “size doesn’t matter, but from what I’ve heard from my friends of all sexes, genders and sexual orientations: those that enjoy “dick” like a man that HAS a big dick, not one that IS a big dick. It’s unfortunate that you seem to be lacking in both areas. Although there is not much you can do about the latter, you can learn to stop being a dick. It’s not easy, but it can be done.
Please see the “Don’t be a dick” rule in the forum Posting Rules for further clarification. Scroll all the way down. You’ll find it in the last paragraph before the “Our Agreement” section.
that;s what my wife (and all jw's) gets to hear about us at the kingdom hall today, (hmmmm, i wonder if she'll raise her hand to answer this one) ... .
watchtower study ... today, apostates and others who create divisions in the congregation use “smooth talk and flattering speech.” (romans 16:17, 18) they may pretend to care about others, but in reality, they are selfish.. (the watchtower - study edition (simplified version) 10/17 page 4 paragraph 7).
In my experience, it’s the elders disrespecting and blatantly violating appropriate family boundaries “who create divisions in the congregation.”
In that context I’d completely agree with the follow-up statement: “They may pretend to care about others, but in reality, they are selfish” tools, mindlessly obeying their cult programming.
can anyone give me a valid reason for it?
growing old is a drag.
the witnesses idea of ever lasting life, that you will come back to your most youthful state is such a bs answer..
Jayk: JP is the witness lady who wanted to "study cheese" with her ever lasting life.
Wow, it’s truly amazing how you just “get me!”
Were we lovers in another life? Of course, you’d have been the woman who I didn’t know what she wanted. But you sure do get me, yes you do! 🤪
Although, I am a little confused about why you’d think I’m a “lady.” Can you not see my DDL avatar? See the beard? Do you not know who John Proctor was? The Crucible?
I’m guessing: No.
Jayk: Insulting someones grammer (sic) is pretty low.
Actually, confusing “your” and “you’re” is a spelling error, not bad grammar—which, by the way, you also misspelled.
can anyone give me a valid reason for it?
growing old is a drag.
the witnesses idea of ever lasting life, that you will come back to your most youthful state is such a bs answer..
Jayk, the singular fact that you don’t know the difference between “malt liquor” and single malt whiskey is conclusive proof of your devastatingly massive ignorance.
Life isn't all about getting drunk and having sex
No it isn’t. Why would you even say such a completely stupid thing? Again you prove your limited capacity to imagine anything worthwhile by bringing up such a base, worthless thing. Joe Six-pack’s got more going on than you.
FYI: my imagination takes me places you could never ... well you wouldn’t understand if I explained it in primary colors and monosyllabic words.
i think i made a thread like this a couple of years ago but i can't remember what was said and i'd rather have a new discussion anyway.. what's different in the wts since i left it behind in 2006?.
Well, it’s still a cult!
jw's will never knock on your door and say, "hi, we are here to convert you".
speaking to a reporter recently a jw media rep at hq said " our main purpose going door to door is not to convert but to share bible truths with people".
does anyone know the sales techniques involved here?
Oh, I now see LisaRose said it first!
😉👍
