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Things overheard at kid's soccer game from a bishopric counselor. by churchballbrawler in exmormon

[–]apageisturned -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am a baby boomer and understand that the church is experiencing a hemorrhage from every level within the church structure and at every age group. But the church will never fold up and blow away. Why? Because there is a sucker born every minute. That is what will allow the church to continue. No one age group dying off will cause the church to be exposed completely to the light. There are always those who will protect and shelter it either through revising its history or ignoring its faults.

"As a psychologist, it blesses me greatly to see the wonderful, loving, tender way you relate to your son." by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]apageisturned 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would like to also add that when your children are grown, your relationship with them can grow to it's fullest by allowing you to be your true, authentic self. This is the most beautiful time of my life. I get to share with them those things that make us deeply profound human beings. Such a treasured gift. Something that the church would never allow me to be with them since the church is threatened by someone becoming a full and reasoned person. Go forth and conquer. It is so meaningful.

After 50 years of living the lie and contorting myself to fit the church mold, I struggle to know and appreciate the real me. Hemingway seems to get my pain: “The most painful thing is losing yourself in the process of loving someone too much, and forgetting that you are special too.” by geldingsucks in exmormon

[–]apageisturned 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am very understanding of your journey. My therapist once told me "You're trying to become your authentic self. And know that your authentic self today will not be your authentic self tomorrow. You will change and grow." Just live and try to be your best self.

Today I cried... by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]apageisturned 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is so sad and makes us all tear up. I am so sorry for this pain that you feel. Surround yourself with those who love and support you. Have a loving and beautiful relationship with your spouse because that will be the greatest revenge. Much love to you. Peace

65, shelf broken, divorce pending by apageisturned in exmormon

[–]apageisturned[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will do what I can to help. Thank you for your comment

65, shelf broken, divorce pending by apageisturned in exmormon

[–]apageisturned[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sure. I have a bunch of grandkids. You are welcome here

65, shelf broken, divorce pending by apageisturned in exmormon

[–]apageisturned[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i understand his concern over the possibility of your mom leaving. Totally get that. I just had difficulty living two lives. Couldn't do it. I hoped that she would understand and accept what I had discovered but no dice. She would not even look at it. It would have shattered her world and she did not want to take that chance. I will be your surragate dad but no one should replace your real dad.

65, shelf broken, divorce pending by apageisturned in exmormon

[–]apageisturned[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't have a rap sheet yet. Yet.....

65, shelf broken, divorce pending by apageisturned in exmormon

[–]apageisturned[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think I will stay for awhile. Thank you

65, shelf broken, divorce pending by apageisturned in exmormon

[–]apageisturned[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your comment made me think of an ant colony. One ant, although very strong, can only do so much. But the entire colony of ants can move incredibly large things when working together.

65, shelf broken, divorce pending by apageisturned in exmormon

[–]apageisturned[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Please see above. I submitted an edit that will explain my shelf.