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Well....we ended up breaking up, they just didn't see it "working out". I am so glad i found out this information before the fact, it made the break up no problem at all, and really for the best. Also I know it was not really anything to do with me personally and I am probably much better off with someone that I have much similar views with anyways. Again, thank you all so much! This was such a wonderful learning experience on how dating is sometimes and how there are things about people that you don't always know or understand no matter how much you think you do...and no worries, I didn't get sucked in. ;)-->

Again...you all continue to amaze me. Everything has been womderful to read. I was hesitant at first to even post, but I must say....it has helped to ease so much of the initial shock I had when reading about TWI. You guys are great!

Hi! It has been helpful to hear both sides....Lindy your post was great and related to a lot of things i have been feeling, and going through.....quick question "If you have been dating for 2 months or so and he has not tried to get you to go to fellowship or a way function or continually talk about the Bible with you, it would be my guess that he is not that serious." Is that serious about twi or our relationship?? Just curious....it will be good like you've all said to talk about a lot of these things. Now I am a little better prepared as well. Thank you!

Grizzy - Funny...cause that is exactly what my mom said about the whole situation. If anything this is an experience, one that I can learn and grow from. Regardless of beliefs I care about this person as a date and friend, and always will. But now I know about what "the way" is exactly, and know that it is not something I would ever want to be a part of. I was able to make this choice on my own, before any of the pressure was applied. Again, I can't begin to express how wonderful you all have been, thank you for taking the time to care and respond to my questions.

Again, I couldn't begin to thank you enough for all of your thoughts and advice. Rascal....I hope i did not offend you, I think you are anything but weak and stupid. You have given me a great insight on things. It is a tough situaiton to be in, especially cause I am pretty young, and honestly this is my first real relationship. I care about this person a lot, and don't really want to see things end, but also am willing to except the fact that sometimes that is for the best. I'm glad I checked things out for myself, and now have a better understanding for both sides. Either was this situations sucks! Thanks again to you all!!

WOW! I can't begin to thank you enough for all of your advice on this matter. Overall I think it is important for me to be aware of what some things to look out for may be, and you have given these to me. I am a real strong headed and can't see myself getting sucked into something like this. To tell you the truth, I never imagined it TWI was something like this, I have never gotten that impression, and have never felt like they were wanting me to be a part. I've never been asked to attend, or anything like that. My next question is....Do WAY parents not like their children dating nowayers? If they don't seem like they will become a part of WAY? At this point, I think I am just going to see how things go, and eventually bring it up for a topic of discussion. Your warning signs have been more than helpful and will give me a good idea of what to look out for. Are all wayers like this?? Or can some be non pushy and whatnot? Please keep opinions and ideas coming.....they are helping a lot!

Hello...I am currently dating a TWI member, and a pretty involved one at that. The whole famiy is dedicated to it. Just a couple of days ago I decided to google it out of curiousity. We have talked a little about the way, and it never seemed like something to be concerned about. Until I came across several anti pages, and pages describing it as a cult. This confused me and raised a little concern. What would be your advise for me now? I am not really a religious person, and i am open to everyones beliefs. Is there anything I should be concerned about, or what to look out for. Just overall advice would be nice. We have been together for a couple of months. Thanks so much.