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autobiography of Ann Eliza Young
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jen Jan 12. 4 Replies 2 Likes
I just finished reading the autobiography of Ann Eliza young entitled "The 19th Wife". I ordered the book from the Utah Lighthouse ministry in SLC. I left the LDS church at age 20, fifty years ago…Continue
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Jen replied to xtranch's discussion autobiography of Ann Eliza Young"Read it years ago, and enjoyed the history it told of church. The history of Young and his wives is one that should be made more public. The woman were exploited as youth and cast out when aged, having servered their sexual duties."
Blenderpunch replied to xtranch's discussion autobiography of Ann Eliza Young"Thanks for the new reference, looks like an interesting read. Post more if you find any ^_^"
xtranch replied to Suardia's discussion shunned"I think I have been shunned by my childhood friend and cousin. He is a former bishop and has a holier than though attitude, condescending view of non lds and even recent converts. He does not include me in any family communication. I think he feels…"
xtranch commented on Tx Davey's blog post Missionary Training Center Chat - Lies, all lies"yeah, all those missionaries need to take a shortcourse on real mormon history at the Utah lighthouse ministry. Regardless of your beliefs it is my contention that the church would be better off in the long run bringing out its dirty laundry…"
xtranch replied to xtranch's discussion autobiography of Ann Eliza Young"I am giving this book to one of my grown children to give her some idea about our family history, not the sanitized version. My kids have never know the lds, only what I have told them."
Mindy replied to xtranch's discussion autobiography of Ann Eliza Young"Great book ... Read it a few years ago ... And loved it..."
xtranch posted a discussionautobiography of Ann Eliza Young
I just finished reading the autobiography of Ann Eliza young entitled "The 19th Wife". I ordered the book from the Utah Lighthouse ministry in SLC. I left the LDS church at age 20, fifty years ago and have read a number of books that criticize their doctrine. The book written by Ann Eliza is important because it is a record of the history of the church from its early years written by someone who was actually there and was not afraid to tell the truth. The book is a little disorganized and…See More
xtranch commented on Idaho Spud's blog post This is the most powerful story I've yet read of how the church destroys lives:"you should send this to the Utah Lighthouse ministry it might be useful for those leaving the church who dont use this site. possibly also drop it as a leaflet from the air over slc."
xtranch posted a blog postBYU tv
As part of my tv setup I get BYU tv. It has been many years since I have been to the lds church. Sometimes I watch a segment, just to see what they are saying. I am fascinated to see those pious elders and scholars discussing various aspects of Joseph's life and his writings. It is pretty much brainwashing. They wouldnt dare tell the real history of the church. Today anyone who wants an accurate accounting can go to the Utah Lighthouse Ministry for information. I have purchased a number of…See More
xtranch replied to Nicholas's discussion Romney and his Hidden Beliefs"One thing that strikes me as odd, Romney is being supported by the religious right wingers. Do they realize that according to his beliefs they are all going to hell?"
xtranch commented on MikeUtah's page Exit Strategy: A Guide for Leaving Mormonism with your Dignity and Integrity Intact"discovering the fraud, pg 1 3rd para
"Bottom line " ---The bottom line is--
I can do more if this is helpful"
xtranch commented on MikeUtah's page Exit Strategy: A Guide for Leaving Mormonism with your Dignity and Integrity Intact"I have started to look at this, so far:
1st para "besides the risks" would be better stated as--In addition to the risks of disapproval--
3rd para "it is recommended" how about ---I recommend…"
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BYU tv
Posted on November 4, 2012 at 12:59pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
As part of my tv setup I get BYU tv. It has been many years since I have been to the lds church. Sometimes I watch a segment, just to see what they are saying. I am fascinated to see those pious elders and scholars discussing various aspects of Joseph's life and his writings. It is pretty much brainwashing. They wouldnt dare tell the real history of the church. Today anyone who wants an accurate accounting can go to the Utah Lighthouse Ministry for information. I have purchased a number of…
Continue my tour of zion last week
Posted on August 17, 2010 at 6:32pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
I spent a lot of time in summer around Provo. my cousin, the tbm to be and bishop were childhood friends that enjoyed fishing, swimming and just having a great time. this was 1950's. the area was very rural and productive, consisting mostly of irrigated farms. it seemed like paradise to me since I was living in L.A.
I just drove to Moscow, ID thru the salt lake valley. I was shocked and appalled by the changes. I suppose those of you who live there may be aware of this, even if you were not… Continue
I just drove to Moscow, ID thru the salt lake valley. I was shocked and appalled by the changes. I suppose those of you who live there may be aware of this, even if you were not… Continue
some of my history
Posted on August 4, 2010 at 11:46am 1 Comment 1 Like
I was born three days after pearl harbor in Sacramento. my father was raised in the christian science church, his parents were dedicated christians. he became a lifelong atheist and only went to church with me once in his life. my grandparents were great people and took me to their church during the war(ww2). my grandmother taught me the lords prayer.
my mother was a refugee from the lds church in ogden, utah and went to california to escape and met my father. she was a wonderful mother.… Continue
my mother was a refugee from the lds church in ogden, utah and went to california to escape and met my father. she was a wonderful mother.… Continue
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- At 8:34am on August 20, 2011,
BlueEyesBrittany said… Dear xtranch,
Having been raised in a family of six with a single mother (my dad left us six months after my mother had her last child), i am can only agree with you that having a great number of childre is not the most sensible and intelligent things to do .
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My opinion is that it is best to have 2 or 3 that you can properly take care of and look after and whom you have really decided to have than to have more that you abandon or dont take care of ... and the overpopulation aspect is also a very serious one ..
Rgds
- At 4:24pm on August 3, 2010,
MikeUtah said… - Welcome xtranch! Nice ranch and rifle! Enjoy the site and community.
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