I grew up as a JW and knew nothing else. My father in the ministry and pioneered when we were younger...moving all over the place. When I finally left after braking the rules a few times and losing every friend I ever had, I thought that I was free. I knew nothing of the real world. Over the years my family has all dropped out of the clutches of the JW faith. My mom is the only one that pretends that she is apart of the organization. Still, after 10 years I struggle (everyone in my family does). No one seems to understand. You would have to live it. It would be nice to meet some people in my area that know what I am talking about and have learned what friendship is all about. I never knew that I would have to learn how to make a good friend in my 20's (I am know in my 30's). Personnally I think that we should all get together and write a damn book! Of course, there is a lot to this story...would love to chat. If you think that you recognize me from one of the congregations that I use to attend...email me for sure.