Brandy honey ... if you want to beat the JW's seemingly popular game of 'let's put massive guilt on those who are no longer with us' ... even if it IS coming from your immediate family ... stand tall and be proud!

Be proud of your choices in life! You've followed a path in life that is right for YOU and for your little ones! If your parents are after a couple of photos ... make sure you send them in beautiful frames! They'll then have no excuse to put them up on the mantlepiece or the side board for all to see!

I'm not sure how old your little ones are ... but send a little card with the photos ... with a brief rundown on how the kids are, what they're doing at the stage they're currently at. Keep it light and fluffy ... and they won't be able to fault you! Be rude or ignorant towards them ... they'll just believe the religion is right and you are wrong! Never lower yourself to someone else's level honey!

I get along famously with my parents these days and can even have a religious discussion that's not overly firey! But ... I still feel sorry for my parents because they cannot see past their religious lifestyle ... even though over the years I've proven time and time again that I am still their little girl ... the one they raised the best way THEY knew how. I don't agree with the religious teachings I had to endure when growing up ... but at least I can understand how easily they are swayed into following the doctrines put in front of them. They are frightened sweetie ... frightened and controlled. It's quite sad really! You've been wise enough and strong enough to give your kids freedom of choice! Bravo to you!

Last Edited By: AndriaSyxx May 11 08 7:09 PM. Edited 1 times.