by CunningMan 68 Replies latest members private
Sh@t then..yes I don't know them but.....well I'm going by my gut it says all is good....let me know how things turn out.
You can get government grants...if your grades are over 96% a lot of times you don't have to pay it all back. Here in Canada
my son was granted 8000.00 back from tuition fees.
hope
Well, like you said, I'll keep everyone updated. I don't want to sound hostile, but I tend to be a pessimist, since experience has taught me to become one. For what it's worth, I hope you're right-- but I doubt it.
I think you would feel a lot better about yourself if you got some work experience . Take anything you can get..don't be too proud.
You would be amazed how much better you will feel about making your own decisions..
Don't say school takes up too much of your time..my grandson is 17 and goes to school all day and goes to his vending job for 4 or 5 hours after school and on weekends..he has over a 4. gpa..already..
Him and some of his schoolmates decided they wanted to go to California this summer..so the whole group has been meeting at my daughters on the weekend and cleaning her house from top to bottom ( 3 floors with 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms) for $100 a week. They also weeded her yard and did mulch..they will be staining the deck next.
Most of the kids also have part time jobs after school and weekends.they have saved enough to go to California. There will be 12 of them and they leave tomorrow. My daughter and son in law are driving them so it won't be so expensive.
If you put your mind to it and just push yourself..you CAN do it!..
You will feel a lot better about your choices when you have to stand up for what you want with your parents. It WILL be worth it in the long run. What you are doing is for your future and any family you may have in the future..you are preparing to be able to give them a better life..don't ever forget the prize ahead of you. Feel proud of yourself..and work hard to get what you want.You are worth it!
Don't let the JW's ruin your future..
Snoozy..
They gave smokers 6 months, and if they haven't discussed this yet publicly-or your dad hasn't discussed it with you, I wouldn't start panicking just yet. Keep on with your schoolwork, and go one as if you never heard of such an edict.
Your father is not ALLOWING you, a grown adult, to go to college. He is only allowing you to live in his home. You are not having illicit sex in his home, just going to college. Which is NOT illegal, immoral or EVEN untheocratic in any 'official' way. Because if you ever tell any JWs about the education policy, they say it is a matter of conscience, and that the WT DOES NOT DISCOURAGE HIGHER EDUCATION. Keep handy all the wishy washy stuff they may have printed about higher education to placate judges in custody hearings. Use it against them if you must.
You could always reason what a waste it would be to stop your schooling now, to throw away all that time and money you've invested so far.
Whatever you do, do not drop out! There is no future in the cult. The student loan debt will not hit until you are out of school for 6 months, and the you can get an extention if you are not employed yet. Stay the course!
JK
I an with Jk and the rest hang in there , you have come so far. Things will get better. Regards David
I would remain in college if at all possible, even if it means the father is going to lose his "privileges". You might also look into fading as soon as possible, too. Start blowing off the boasting sessions, and use this college issue as your excuse for fading or not doing as much as you used to.
I wonder how many jw kids will be affected by this? Those who are already partially done with their education. I bet if the word got out to some of Christendom many would offer a room for free or a nominal fee or trade in chores. Can you imagine an ad going out to churches? 'Please Help! JW Youths need to finish their education and are being kicked out of their homes by their parents at the churches direction because they want/need to finish their education. Do you have a spare room to rent or trade? Backround checks provided by xxxxx' or 'Foster an Ex-JW Young Adult.........' Can you imagine the backlash against the wt that Christendom was willing to open their homes to their own children?
How can you go to College you Evil, Evil person! Learning and being educated...yuck! You brought great shame on your family! I guess, next you want a FULL-TIME job that pays good money...it's a disgrace. Window Cleaning would straighten you out!
Like all others said, don't hit the panic button. And don't issue ultimatums to your parents, either.
How about this scenario:
"Really, Dad?" College isn't the wise course? Well, I know we want to take time to consider this. Since I only have two semesters to go, and already have my courses chosen, maybe we could talk about it at length later. Since I am living at home, surely no action must be made in the immediate future.
Did the WTS give an "as of" date? No, so there is no line drawn in the sand.
Ask dad not to discuss it with the CO until you and he have had a chance to consider things.
I'll bet your parents are proud of you......
