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  how do most of you now feel about the military?

  by sowhatnow in

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  was not sure where to post this, but i was curious, how do some of you now feel about the military?

  would any of you let your children enlist, or would you yourselves join any military field?

  how do you feel about the idea of women in the military?

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  KateWild

  I think the military in most countries is corrupt and takes advantage of the soldiers especially the young teenagers.

  I do respect the soldiers who serve but would never serve myself. I would not want either of my kids to go that route as I don't want them to be subjected to harsh training and mistreatment that some have to endure. But if they chose to do so I would not object.

  My daughter nearly married a military policeman. His training was rough and he was very sick. Sadly things did not work out for them. But I am glad my daughter does not have to spend months at a time without her husband.

  It's not a perfect life for those in the military so I thank them for their sacrifices.

  Kate xx
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  My experience with the people in my hall

  by Freeandclear in

  1. jw
  2. experiences

  i've been awake now for about 6 months i'd guess and a member here for a couple of weeks.

  it's been eye opening to read other peoples experiences on here and i appreciate all of you.

  i've noticed in many, seemingly most, of your comments that you were not treated well at your hall or you have had very negative experiences in the "org" so i thought i'd like to share mine.. in all my time as a jw i have to say for the most part i always loved the people.

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  KateWild

  I was told by an elder that "...no MS tells me what to do", PB

  I have seen this happening to MS's a lot if they stand up to elders or expose something that might be wrong and then they are treated unfairly. It is very common.

  Kate xx
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  Do you think JWN members would be surprised if they got to know you in real life?

  by nicolaou in

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  2. friends

  i don't think you'd recognise me much at all.

  i'm a royal mail postman, i love my job for the early starts and midday finish, the outdoors and the exercise.. i get on with people but i'm quite insular and don't enjoy crowds.

  i'm happiest when i've fired up the charcoal and i'm making souvlaki or adana kebabs for my family and a few close friends.

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  KateWild

  I am in Liverpool Nic, but I have family in London and I am there a lot and met most JWN members there. Where are you?
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  My experience with the people in my hall

  by Freeandclear in

  1. jw
  2. experiences

  i've been awake now for about 6 months i'd guess and a member here for a couple of weeks.

  it's been eye opening to read other peoples experiences on here and i appreciate all of you.

  i've noticed in many, seemingly most, of your comments that you were not treated well at your hall or you have had very negative experiences in the "org" so i thought i'd like to share mine.. in all my time as a jw i have to say for the most part i always loved the people.

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  KateWild

  I agree with you that the majority of JWs are loving and sincere. I had a lot of close loved ones. But since I left they don't see me regularly are contact me. If I was to contact them they would talk to me even though I am df'd, but there is no relationship any more.

  I was out to lunch with some work friends and I saw two JWs come in and they sat on the table next to us. I said hello to them and greeted them kindly and they reciprocated. When they left I gave one of them a hug goodbye. They were nice and pleasant but not genuinely interested why I stopped going.

  Is this being nice? What is being nice and genuine?

  Kate xx
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  Do you think JWN members would be surprised if they got to know you in real life?

  by nicolaou in

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  i don't think you'd recognise me much at all.

  i'm a royal mail postman, i love my job for the early starts and midday finish, the outdoors and the exercise.. i get on with people but i'm quite insular and don't enjoy crowds.

  i'm happiest when i've fired up the charcoal and i'm making souvlaki or adana kebabs for my family and a few close friends.

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  KateWild

  So have you ever met anyone Nic? I have invited you a few times. I have met some exJWs and they are really nice in real life. Some are from JWN and some aren't.

  Meeting up is good. Come meet me sometime. I have a spare double bed for you both if you want to come and visit

  Kate xx
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  Analytical trend after broadcasts?

  by juandefiero in

  1. forum
  2. suggestions

  simon,.

  i'm not sure if you ever share analytics data.. but i've been noticing a trend.

  it seems that every time a new jw broadcast, we get a seeming increase in new members the week after.. does the data show that?.

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  KateWild

  I haven't noticed this....but it would be interesting to know if the broadcasts are waking people up.

  If you know the broadcasts woke you up why not tell us on this thread.

  Kate xx
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  Walking a thin line - Resigning Elder

  by Sanchy in

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  warning of a long boring post ahead.

  i feel like i need to vent my story out, as i feel quite helpless at the moment.. i'm 31 year old, married, father of toddler with another one on the way, due later this month.

  i've been serving as elder for about 4 years now in a south florida congregation.

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  KateWild

  Bonsai....great post xx
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  What sort of EX JW Book do you like to read?

  by punkofnice in

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  what sort of ex jw books do you folks like to read?.

  i want to write another one.. i'm wondering what my next project should be...............

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  KateWild

  To be honest Punk I am all read out of exJW literature. I read COC which woke me up and CCMC to help me wake up my family. But for me personally I like reading things that are completely far removed from JW life. Sorry to say that, but there are plenty of forum members that would read your books

  Keep going strong with your projects

  Kate xx
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  Cappytan has made a video. Here is the link

  by joe134cd in

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  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsbfnzrbiqq

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  KateWild

  Good point Juan,

  I was already df'd when my youtube came out but I still didn't use my face. Something to think about xx
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  Apostle Paul complex

  by Diogenesister in

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  2. relationships

  if you can, take the time to read this beautifulfully written piece on what its like to live as a gay, enforced celibate witness.

  the writer details experiences working for an organization that ostensibly lauds singleness, especially in the higher echelons and bethel , yet inevitability rewards the hard working singleton with a lonely old age and the "increasingly sinister " label of ' that weird single brother'.

  the author compares this outcome with that of " eunuch for the lord" paul pondering the silence on his later life and wondering whether he similarly died " alone, largely forgotten and desperately waiting for the paradise ".http://avoidjw.org/2016/01/apostle-paul-complex/.

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  KateWild

  I read it it was really good and emotional. I feel for anyone who is in that position

  Kate xx