it probably sounds crazy to post this on a forum where "alias" individuals will respond - but i really would like to hear from some of you who may have been in this situation before.. i'm at a cross roads in my marriage and need to decide whether to stay or leave.. long story short:.
hubby is basically a good man - good father, but i am not happy.
i have not been for a long time now.
I agree with the above posters, about communicating and trying a marriage counselor. Im in the same situation, no kids though. I sat down with my husband and told him what I thought about our current situation, and how I wouldn't want to have children if our marriage is not strong and healthy. It's always best to talk. We are doing much better now, but there is still some progress to be made.
Feel free to email me, my name is Miriam
what was your crisis of conscience, moment of clarity, epiphany or realization?
i am so interested in what got you thinking.
blessing to you,.
For me it was boredom. I was bored with the meetings, bored with field service, bored of the fake personalities, the fake smiles, the faked "happiness," bored with the ASSemblies, in short, just bored!
ok, so i kinda stumbled onto this site.
i have many questions, but first a bit about myself:.
i was born and raised in the truth.
Anxiously!!
ok, so i kinda stumbled onto this site.
i have many questions, but first a bit about myself:.
i was born and raised in the truth.
Welcome! Your story is very similar to mine, I also didnt *pray* before getting baptized at age 13. I always thought that my baptism should be considered null and void considering that I was a minor and not yet mature enough to make such a decision on my own.
Looking forward to more of your threads
how many of you are now atheists or agnostics?
how many of you have actually converted to another organized religion?
personally i find myself doubting anything and everything i learned about the bible and religion.
At first, I threw God, the bible and anything that had to do with religion out the window. Two years ago I attended a service at a local presbyterian church, but that was the only time I went. I was in tears throughout the whole service, I dont know why. Then, I considered going to a Catholic church, and changed my mind. I don't agree with a lot of the Catholic church's doctrine. I guess Im agnostic? I don't really know if I believe in God or not.
there are times when ilook back fondly on my days in the witnesses, especially when i think on the congregation get togethers we would have every once in awhile (not too often) people from our hall and sometimes others would show up (not too many) and good times were had by all.
this is how the schedule usually went.. 8pm: arrive at the community centre.
8:05pm: scope the room.
What I miss the most is not having any responsibilities or personal ambitions other than becoming a pioneer and/or marrying an elder or bethelite. Not having to worry about college, a career, etc. No planning for the future because 'the end' is almost here....blah blah, things like that.
10. when they ask, "can i talk to you about god?
" reply, "sure, what would you like to know?
9. answer the door with a bloody knife and say, "i'm sorry, could you come back in a half hour?
#13 Answer the door in your Smurfs nightgown
i can't find the words that would express how grateful i am for all the support, not only for all of you to back me on the dateline show but for my trial as well.
i don't think i would have had the courage to go through the trauma if it wasn't for all your prayers and encouragement.
dateline was a huge help for many and i know this because i have recieved quite a few calls, one from a current jdub who wants out for the safety of his 16 month old baby, i was so excited that he lifted the veil and saw it for the pure truth that it was.
Lots of hugs for you Erica!!
Thank you Thank you Thank you so much for having the courage to speak out.
i've been lurking here for some time and decided to take the plunge and jump in.
i was a witness for 16 years, baptized in 1981 when i was in my early 20's.
brought husband, mother and kids in.
Thank you for sharing that with us I remember the uneasy feelings I had when I tried to fade-out, however that all changed very quickly as soon as I read Crisis of Conscience. I DA'd in June 1998. Welcome to the board!
follow the link to wt official admission.
second to last paragraph contains the admission.. .
http://www.jw-media.org/releases/default.htm?content=bg_molestation.htm
Nice. Just trying to cover their asses, pathetic fools.
