Posts by ruderedhead

19

I got my money back

by Faithful Witness in

jw
friends

i posted a question here after i sent packages to my jw niece and nephew in december.

i wasn't sure what the response would be.

yesterday, i got an email that the packages were "undeliverable," and my money was refunded.

You're not making a fool of yourself, Faithful, you are simply looking for answers from your sister. Accepting one package and refusing another is a little confusing for the sender. Your email was simply conveying that, without being mean or rude. You sent your love. Now perhaps it is time to let it go for this year if she doesn't respond.

Next year perhaps you can send the packages the day after Christmas, so the children still receive something, like normal kids, but I think they might accept them if it's AFTER the holiday. Worth a try for the kid's sake. Keep being the good hearted person you obviously are. You are setting a great example not only for your own children, but hers as well. And for others who are aware of this situation. All the best to you.

23

Elders and spying eyes

by Crazyguy in

is it normal for the elders in your congregation to spy on you through your wife?

texting her to see whats up with you and what your doing or saying etc.

using her as the in house spy???

ruderedhead

That is so messed up! Others ahve given some wise advice, don't know if it will work (theocratic warfare), but you have to try. Maybe cite scripture along with asserting your headship role?

I don't know if this is possible, but can you go to a store that is a provider for your service, (say Verizon, or whatever you have), and ask if there is a way you can disable the texting function on your wife's phone? That would put a stop to the texting, at least.

And definately go to the CO with proof that these men are texting/calling your wife. Have a bit of fun with it. Tell him you suspect they might actually be romantically interested in her, otherwise why all the calls/texts trying to "get" you? and that while you have told her they must contact you,not her, she and they have ignored that, and are thus ignoring your headship role, thus hurting your relationship with your wife. Might turn the tables a bit!

19

I got my money back

by Faithful Witness in

jw
friends

i posted a question here after i sent packages to my jw niece and nephew in december.

i wasn't sure what the response would be.

yesterday, i got an email that the packages were "undeliverable," and my money was refunded.

ruderedhead

You sent them at the same time via the same delivery service, correct? Why not contact the delivery service to see why they were undeliverable? There were some serious problems with UPS & FED-EX this season due to the huge volumes being moved. Maybe the problem was on their part? Just a thought. If they were refused, you know what they will accept now, and I hope you'll do that next time for the children's sake. Happy New Year! You have such a good heart, Faithful!

40

TTATT family blow out

by redvip2000 in

for those of you who have a minute to read this, here is a report from my family trip.. i was in florida for the holidays visiting my older sister and family, along with my parents which were also visiting.. although i've had conversations with my mother about the organization, my sister and her family had no idea of my position in regards to the (un)truth - perhaps because we live far away from each other.

i knew the day was coming.... on my second day there, the whole family was sitting around bs-ing about different stuff, and as usual my mother starts with the "world is getting worse by the day" conversation, followed by approving nods and smart remarks from the rest of the family.

i then politely told them that this was not true, that in fact the world has never been better.

ruderedhead

Sounds like it went extremely well! You knew your facts, and it sounds like perhaps they might have respected that. Hopefully some will eventually investigate, and some of your family will join you! Happy New Year!

16

My mother tried to "friend"me...my reply

by mzmmom in

so strange that last night my experience was bothering me so much i posted about it here.

this morning my mother sent me a friend request after 20 months of no communication from her.

i replied in a message.. this is what i wrote:.

ruderedhead

Nicely written. There appears to be no anger, no malice. Just stating the facts. All the best to you and your family.

29

here a picture of me, and one of me and my son

by unstopableravens in

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ruderedhead

Great pictures! Your son is adorable! Thank you for sharing!

34

I feel my faith is weakening

by Brother Mike in

when you were in the truth did you find websites like this and read what the other side has to say?

i am in that stage and i feel as if i'm seeking out the ttatt.

i feel the wt society is hiding way too much.

ruderedhead

As others have said, keep researching the religion using resources independent of the WT materials. Only you can decide what is best for you, but should you decide to step away, please have an exit plan in place so you are not left without the financial means to support yourself, or without friends. There are many good people out there! Your young, you have your whole life ahead of you. All the best to you on your journey.

26

Punk wishes you a Happy New year!

by punkofnice in

jw
friends

....well...that's it really.. i left jwn a few months ago but did say i'd pop in.. i hope you are all well!.

regards paul.

ruderedhead

A Happy & Prosperous New Year to you!

7

They came by MY house today!

by Pistoff in

color me gobsmacked.. i am home this morning, banging away at bookwork at the kitchen counter, when i hear the doorbell.. (when my doorbell rings, it is an event; i live one mile off the road.

no casual visitors here, no salesmen.).

i look out the side window, i see a minivan i don't recognize.. i peek at the front door, and there are 2 elders at the door, what the hell?.

ruderedhead

Good for you!

95

Where the need is greater: TTATT in Spanish

by Londo111 in

it seems most of the us growth is in spanish-speaking territory, and of course, there is growth in the nations where spanish is the predominant language.

most sites oriented around ttatt, are english-speaking.

there seems then to be a great need for translators...for instance, imagine if there was a spanish version of www.jwfacts.com.. unfortunately, i dont speak this language.

ruderedhead

That is a very interesting point you make, Londo. But since I don't speak Spanish, I wouldn't know if there were TTATT sites.