Granny Linda

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  "Jehovah our Rock, our strength, and our might..."

  by Fleur in

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  in among the bags and boxes of keepsakes that my mother gave to me from my grandmother's belongings, something of an emotional nuclear bomb was hiding on me.

  or more like a landmine; because i didn't realize the damage it could do until it was too late to do anything about it.

  mom had given me first choice of most of grandma's things, knowing how close we were, and i had wanted the box of ancient k-mart brand cassette tapes, now 30 years old, which had recordings of her voice, and mine, when i was tiny.

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  Granny Linda

  Essie,

  I enjoyed reading your story...thanks for sharing.

  With my generation now being the grandparent's, it's a most blessed event spending time with the grandchildren. Hubby and I are the one's that seem to have more stability to offer, and for that I'm eternally grateful.

  Just today our soon to be 4 year old was here and we played in the snow. As I watched her {took some pics, too}, I relished in the wonderment of having the opportunity for sharing this precious time together.

  My husband, aged 58, just told me again this morning how much he still misses his grandparents. I never had such grand times with my own, so we're busy making memories of our own...based upon unconditional love...something I've learned through my grandchildren.

  "If I'd known grandchildren were so much fun, I'd had them first."

  Isn't it grand being able too recall, however our memories are triggered, the love we share(d) with those older of our kin.

  When you become the grandparent it sounds as though you will have wonderful role models to follow in their footsteps. Perhaps this is the greatest love we extend...those feelings we once experienced.

  take care, granny
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  Non JW woman met JW man--confused & have questions

  by Jellybean in

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  ok. i have some questions, and thought this may be a place to get some answers.. i'm going to be honest here, so please don't bash me too much, as i was never a jw.. in july i was out at a drinking establishment in my home town.

  my husband and i have been having marital trouble, and we were trying a trial seperation.

  guys were hitting on me left and right--which i had absolutely no interest in.

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  Granny Linda

  Just curious, but...

  what are your expectations, if any? of this relationship. I'm just wondering because so many woman wait until the next "Mr.Right" comes along before making a move away or, working on an already tettering relationship. It's like jumping from the pan into the fire, my opinion, if your unclear in your own motive for continuing to pursue this man.

  Then again, I'm old, and not one too cast stones at anyone mature enough to handle a dangerous situation.

  Be careful, is right.

  sincerely, granny
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  Update On Husband Troubles

  by Doubtfully Yours in

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  since i burdened you all with my marriage problems earlier, i thought it'd be only fair that i should give you all an update of how things are going.

  i feel that my husband and i love eachother very much, but he's so conflicted and divided because his loyalty towards the wtbts is so strong.. we reconciled, cried a lot and had a heart-to-heart talk, long and elaborate.

  let all our thoughts and frustrations out in the open.

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  Granny Linda

  DY,

  I'm happy for ya in that you and hubby have made some peace.

  How is it your husband is responsible for anyone's spirituality, other than his own. Isn't our belief or, lack of, a very private and personal matter between oneself and any god?

  I think you did get some healthy advice re; the elder thing.

  Keep us posted

  cheers, granny.
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  Sing Jim_Tx's praises..............

  by Sunnygal41 in

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  there is a member of our forum here who is really quite the charming gentleman, if you get to know him..............he's very shy, but, i thought it might be nice to say a few nice words about him anyways...........care to share and say something nice about jim?.

  he'll probably be very upset with me for making such a fuss, but, he's worth it...........

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  Granny Linda

  I always enjoy his posts, too.

  Hey, is it true that everything is bigger in Texas....

  granny
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  Sorry to whomever I offended

  by Bubbamar in

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  i made a post yesterday on the thread about the living water - jw-breakaway-cult and posted a quote from their website where they say that god wants to kill homosexuals because he really hates the sinner, not just the sin.

  then i said something like, "so, see, god hates queers.

  " my post was deleted because one of the mods received a couple of complaints.. i would like to formally apologize to whomever was offended.

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  Granny Linda

  Political correctness....let's be real careful not too "offend" someone else, is just getting downright aggravating. Are people really that sensative?

  It's ok for an Africian American to call someone of their own race a niggger, but it's offensive when someone outside of the race does the same. Not that I'm condoning it...it just seems stupid to me.

  If you don't like being called faggot...don't call yourself that.

  Geezzzzz I'm so friggen tired "be careful not too offend.." that it's just disgusting.

  Can some of you political correctness folks consider the fact that not everyone goes around saying, "nigger, faggot, etc.....but it's ok when you do it. I don't really like your double standard, either.

  Granny, who has friends from various walks of life, class.
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  Need To Divorce My Husband....

  by Doubtfully Yours in

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  lately he's very become impatient and rather explosive in temper.

  i can't cover it up anymore, and i'm so tired of pretending in the organization.. need to leave this man and this religious organization in a hurry!.

  any of you divorced because of the wtbts?

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  Granny Linda

  Damn, I hate when a posting is lost into cyberspace...

  You demand an apology from an abusive mate...

  Your are more worried about "my folks" JW's?

  What will the non-JW neighbors think...

  so forth and so on.

  I've been though two divorces - the first one being the worst because he was the father of my son. The second didn't really matter because I knew at the time of marriage I was making a mistake, but did it anyhow.

  Do I think anyone coming from JW"s are sound of mind...Nope, not really. Do I think that because you might marry someone from that religion or/not that it's going to be ok...not really. That is unless the both of you are intent upon making a shift in perception that goes contrary to how you were raised.

  And that takes time, patience, and not giving oneself over to the other based upon the need to "be right."

  Get a divorce - it's mental stress no matter how unhappy the both of you are...if that's the choice.

  Remember that taking a stand for You will probably bring conflict...especially when JW's are involved, but be true to the person you know you are...not what someone else thinks you shoud be.

  Time heals many wounds.

  Granny
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  Group promotes international friendships among women

  by jgnat in

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  "it's a small world after all....".

  i discovered this neat association on one of my browsing expeditions today.

  this is my idea to end war; make friends, one at a time, until there is nobody left to fight.

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  Granny Linda

  Maybe I am more of a cynic then I'd like too think, but woman can be as mean and nasty - and demanding as another. The minute you don't agree with their agenda for whatever reason {politics} you will feel the casting out real fast.

  Think I'll keep my money.

  Granny
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  What "cult-like" practices have you noticed with Born-Again Christians?

  by booker-t in

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  i recently went to a "pentacostal church" with my neighbor who has been a devout pentacostal for 30 years.

  she has been asking me for years to come to her church since i left jw's so i finally went with her a few sundays ago.

  i must admit i was nearly scared "speechless".

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  Granny Linda

  People on LSD don't even act that strange.

  granny
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  Family in Illinois USA murdered by a JW

  by proandcon in

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  note the sad story below.... .

  http://www.suntimes.com/output/news/cst-nws-harvey01.html

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  Granny Linda

  If the elders are responsible for helping change this woman's decision about pressing charges...why couldn't charges be brought against them for some wrong doing that resulted in murder. They are not qualified to deal in matters of abuse, so I think it's time those all knowing NOT elders are held accountable to some degree.

  Geezzzz, people in abusive relationships need to begin standing up for themselves before more tragedy befalls them. We don't live in the dark ages where it's all hush-hush...there are plenty of resources available for seeking help. And then in steps a friggen cult that plays with lives. I hate that religion!

  granny
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  Letter from my mother........

  by Redneckgurl in

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  well, it's starting.

  my parents came by the house this past weekend and their memories were refreshed by the christmas lights we had up around the house that i was no longer a jw along with my husband and children.

  today she left this note in my car, along with a poncho that she knitted for me ..........tell me what you think, i want to write her back, but i would love to have some suggestions to use!

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  Granny Linda

  How old are our children before we accept their choices are made for them/family...not the parent.

  Wonder if your grandmom was always happy about mother's choices.

  granny