Wasasister, don't be discouraged. I think what Hawk said is true. When I came forward over the issues of abuse covered up by WT, I never did so believing they would be good enough and change their arrogant attituted, and their 2 witness policies. I came foreword because I wanted to encourage others to do the same and break free from WT terrorism towards victims. I spoke out because the pedophiles in the organization thought they had the power to impose silence. I spoke out because I wanted WT to know they can't impose silence on vicitms of abuse. I spoke out for me and my family. The media attention, and Bill's support were an added blessing for his outspokeness. His effort and drive did what many of us were not able to do on our own, in that not only was WT put on notice by victims, but that victims were willing and able to inform the public through the media what WT wanted hidden. I feel that we have succeeded beyond what I ever dreamed of in the 80's. The public is no longer as ill informed about Jehovah's Witnesses. And Watchtower no loger is as able to impose silence among victims by telling them "they are the only ones". Yes there has been bickering and dissention between Bill and others, and I am sure the WT cult will try to explain it by saying they don't have Jehovah's backing. But that is rediculous and typical WT doublespeak. All newly forming groups, companies, organizations, families, marriages, and alliances ultimately go through periods of adjustments though trial and error. That is normal human nature. Silentlambs is no different. And mistakes and poor judgement will be made. But people learn, and perfect, and iron out the kinks. JW's with thier "we are the center of the universe" attitude will undoubtadly think the way they will think anytime there is a problem. And sometimes coming out of WT we tend to carry over the same belief that everyone is watching every little move we make. Well Hawk is right, outside this board no one knows or cares. I know this because when I stay away from here I lose touch with what is going on. And that is a good thing. I am living my life apart from WT, and everything that goes along with it. So don't worry so much. Take the bad with the good and look at all the good that came from all of this. But if you are sitting around believing more has to happen so WT changes it's policies, you will be waiting with all he JW's sitting around waiting for the New System. I son't believe a leopard can change it's spots. WT is just an arrogant, greedy, uncaring money making corporation totally detached from the needs of it's members.
Edited by - ARoarer on 20 December 2002 16:1:54