I am SO sorry that this religion has, once again, torn yet another family apart..........we all know how well they bring the guilt factor into play with those who are still active.........

I know it won't be much comfort to you, cos this has gone on so long............but I feel that your daughter must love you very much in her heart.........the very fact that she has tried over the years, in spite of their threats, to still have you in her life tells me that she is a very unhappy woman because of the mind-control!!

Sounds like each time she attempts to 'reinstate' you in her life.......that same 'loving' society heaps the guilt and threats on her, and causes her to tear herself away yet again...........we all know how they work, we have all been there and, although once your eyes are opened to their calculated brainwashing it is difficult to see others still under the control, we know in our hearts that at one time we were just as judgemental and confused at the same time *sigh*

You were fortunate that your mother did what any 'real' mother would do, and proved that her love for you was indeed unconditional...........that is what you are showing to your daughter by refusing to give up on a relationship with her...........I just hope for both your sake, and your daughters, that as adamant as she appears to be about the 'truth'.........somewhere in her heart she knows that your love for her is real love!!

I also wanted to add that it is nearly impossible to tell when someone has doubts in their hearts and mind...........I continued to defend the religion long after I was inactive, what was coming out of my mouth bore no resemblance to what was going on in my head.........but it has to be in the individuals own time to confront those doubts.........I truly hope this is the case with your daughter .........

There are so many here who are suffering the same heartache because of the religion..........I am glad that at least you can talk to those who truly understand the pain and frustration you feel......

Hugs
Sam xx