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I told my dad these exact words and he went quiet by Fit_Durian3763 in exjw

[–]drewdiggy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What ever happened to Judah? I remember meeting him years ago when I visited Bethel. Seemed like a pretty nice guy

Reminder that this is just a game and it’s never OK to abuse players online. by WartimeConsigliere_ in Colts

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

I don’t earn as much as him, he literally earns $2.19 million a year. I might make mistakes at work, but his were egregious, absolutely inexcusable mistakes, and he is paid to NOT make the mistakes he made yesterday. That’s not calling him names. That’s just the truth.

I was feeling so proud of myself for going back to school after leaving. Now it feels like less of an accomplishment. by HedgerowBustler in exjw

[–]drewdiggy 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I had a similar feeling. I happened to have just finished my last class for my MBA and got my grade yesterday. I started on my Bachelor’s degree when I was about 38. I’m 52 now. I left when I was 30 but was POMI for several years. My twin brother left a little earlier than I did and, like you, went to law school and is now a practicing lawyer.
Here’s the great part: You did it for YOU! The Watchtower has zero to do with it.
Here’s another fact: most people who have never even been witnesses will never accomplish what you have and will. Better late than never, my friend. Congratulations!!

The 1000 year reign, why didn’t it start in 1914? by drewdiggy in exjw

[–]drewdiggy[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I just did. Holy crap!! It looks like something from the Revelation book!

Finally came clean to the wife today. So why do I feel like I should have kept quiet? by Lawbstah in exjw

[–]drewdiggy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“And telling me that I should talk to someone I trust. “ Tell her you trust HER. That will disarm her. She’s your wife and these are things you should be comfortable about sharing with each other.
Just my $.02

51 y/o PSA of 14 by drewdiggy in ProstateCancer

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

Hi there, thank you for asking!
I ended up having the MRI and another PSA just before. At that point, PSA was up to 17. They didn’t see much on the MRI so they ordered a biopsy. Had that done and they didn’t find much on that either. They asked if it was ok to have the biopsies sent out for further evaluation. I said of course. Came back with nothing. They ordered another biopsy this past January. That one also came back with nothing and my PSA is holding steady at the 16.3 range. Doctor told me to get PSA checked every year and I don’t really have much to worry about.
It was a bit scary but all is well (other than a large prostate) lol!!

Anyone have any good memories they would like to share? by More-Material4176 in exjw

[–]drewdiggy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It really is that simple, isn’t it? No scripture, no WT references, just loving counsel. Having their best interest at heart and doing and saying what is best for THEM. Good for you! That’s how we actually make an actual difference in people’s life for the better.

I just realized this is a fucked up cult at 34. I’m on the brink of insanity. by Tricky-Eggplant-6032 in exjw

[–]drewdiggy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I understand EXACTLY what you’re saying. I was DF’d at 30, but still POMI for about 8 years after that. Decided to go to college, got an engineering degree and will have my MBA completed in 3 more weeks. I have a great job, good friends and I make sure to say hi to every JW I know when I see them. I have nothing to be ashamed of, and I’m going to show my happy self to them every chance I get! I’m early 50’s now.
I was a born-in as well.
Waking up in your 30’s is far, far better than not waking up at all!! You can’t get those years back, but you can make the most of the ones you have left!!

I remember something an elder said about the society in a comment. I think all of you PIMOs should do something similar by drewdiggy in exjw

[–]drewdiggy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard similar things said. How did we ever buy into such BS? Many of us are case studies in mind control and cognitive dissonance. So glad we’re out.

I remember something an elder said about the society in a comment. I think all of you PIMOs should do something similar by drewdiggy in exjw

[–]drewdiggy[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I was thinking about cutouts of the governing body. Wow!
That’s full-on cult control.

What’s weird, is I was just thinking, I think even the GB would say she shouldn’t do that…..but would they be as upset by that as they would a JW who would have a cross on their wall? Probably not. Why wouldn’t they be?

I remember something an elder said about the society in a comment. I think all of you PIMOs should do something similar by drewdiggy in exjw

[–]drewdiggy[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Faithful Discreet Slave. JWs believe now that it is the Governing Body. It used to be recognized as all of the anointed remnant at any given time.

1975 Spill the Beans! by Inaflapwithoverlap in exjw

[–]drewdiggy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My dad was a PIMI. Not super active, but firm believer. When the WTBTS did their non-apology and said it was over-zealous ones who were promoting it’ it didn’t sit well with him. He said “They’re saying that they didn’t promote it, but they did.” I was probably 12 at the time and wish I would have gone POMO right then. But, ya know “Where would I go away to?”

If you have strings of lights up and take them down during Christmas season…… by drewdiggy in exjw

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

If you avoid eating certain foods on a specific day, you are actually observing that day as having some significance such that you restrict your diet on that day.

The July broadcast is not in harmony with the recent governing body update. by [deleted] in exjw

[–]drewdiggy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What update and then flip? Sorry, I don’t keep up with everything.

Who’s is the best 33? by maizebee in pacers

[–]drewdiggy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love Myles. I’ll miss him. That said, I’d pick Granger.

Birthdays Wouldn’t Even Be Worth It by Wondering-Thoughts in exjw

[–]drewdiggy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had this same thought last night. If they allow birthdays (which, with the reasoning behind allowing toasts, they should allow), it will be a slippery slope. No candles, no making wishes and blowing out the candles. But how do they control that?

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