I have a new "fight" song.
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There's nothing like a good
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Beware of people who claim that they are only saying hurtful things because they care. They have often overlooked the impact of their words on an already volatile situation and likely won't be there to help pick up the pieces they've left behind.
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Anyone who thinks, even for a moment, that cyber friends are silly has never had them come through for them like I did these past two days. I wasn't just in a funk, I was in a very dark place, and I had many, many hands reach in and pull me out. The brightness is blinding, but warm. Thank you!
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37 comments:
Glad to have helped. I'm here for you anytime. Seriously.
Friends/people sometimes need to realize that not saying anything is what is required. Even if you think oyu have an answer, sometimes the person in need just wants to talk and does not want to listen...'to vent'
I have found that cyber friends can be as important as real life friends...and sometimes come up with advice that far exceeds anything real friends can muster.
I'm just glad you're seeing some light today. It does seem bright after you've been in the dark, doesn't it?
Did that earthquake shake you up? We felt it all the way down here!
Apple, hopefully you realize that is a reciprocal agreement.
Bond, I think the diversity of bloggers is a phenomenal resource. There is just no other place in *my* world where I would be surrounded buy, and have access to the wisdom, of many differing life experiences.
RLL, removing one's head from one's ass has an amazing effect. Keeping it out and holding it high is going to be the challenge.
I thought the shaking bed was the result of husband's snoring *wink*
cyber friend can be more of a friend that your real friends. they tend to listen more to what your saying/writing. I`ve found that out personaly and i`m there for them too.
Mike, I only hope that everyone who was here for me the past two days knows that I will be there for them!
Glad you are having a better day PT! ;-)
Your fight song is not working for me :(
I'm glad you're in a better place today, keep moving forward okay?
I didn't feel the shakin' rattlin' or the rollin' this morning!
I can't make the fight song work either! *whine*
And, yes, I know it's reciprocal. I'll be taking you up on that later today.
It's fun, to like people who you only know through the printed word, a picture or an occasional video.
Jay, have you changed your wallpaper lately??
Leighann, fight song should be functional - head removed from ass - will attempt to keep it above water!
Apple, I'm here!
Micky, who knew it could be this good?
I when to a fight once and a blog broke out. *giggle* *snort*
hey no problem chicky... but don't think this is getting you out of HNT Thin Mint Day! ;)~
**kiss kiss kiss**
Hi. I've been lurking, I admit. I may have a girl crush on you - I really enjoy your posts! :)
I LOVE that song. Its so upbeat and the video just plain rocks.
Mt. Cat, you crack me up!
Jahooni, I'm feeling a bit minty already!!
Random, well thank you for coming out - so to speak! A girl crush is never a bad thing *wink*
I love all of my Cyber friends...People are silly that don't believe that our cyber/blogger friends are The BOMB!!!
Have a great weekend Dana!!
Here's to you and whatever you want and/or need to be Dana. My ex-MIL used to say "helpful" things to my ex. It never helped her or I. Love Ya Dear!! Cheers!!
i`m sure they know
It is amazing how much the blogging world can really help.
Hope you're doing better!
Everything will be "just fine" for you as the song says. Keep that head held high and we'll be here for you whenever you need us.
That’s a neat song and those are excellent words, Dana. So are so on target about “people who claim that they are only saying hurtful things because they care.” I’ve seen such words devastate people. And when I notice the bit of a grin on the face of the people who speak them, I have the urge to shove the “I’m only trying to help you”-type words down the speaker’s throat.
But then, since I resigned my army commission some 30 or so years ago, I’ve been a pacifist—or at least an “only a just war” kind of pacifist. However, I realize that I have developed enough smarts in the past 60+ years to do a bit of verbal jamming down throats when faced with such an asshole!
Blessings, my dear—and much shalom to you.
Glad things are looking up. I've recently emerged from my own and can totally relate.
glad I could help...LOL
Single, it's the strangest, most rewarding dynamic I think I've ever experienced.
Matt-Man, mean people suck!
R.E.H., thank you. Seriously, I think just putting it out there and making it real helped tremendously.
Jeff, thank you!
Nick, it was actually the words of a "caring" person that started this downward spiral. In many ways, it irritates me that I allowed them that power. Thank you for the blessings - I'll need them!
Hammer, it's just not a fun place to be, is it?? Glad you're back - you were missed!
DB, I know you were being facetious, but I think you might underestimate the positive impact you had!
Boo hoo. I thought I posted this morning. Hmm, any way I said the fight song reminded me of the Go Go's. I like it. You write very well. I know I've mentioned that before but your writing moves me. Words are very powerful weapons? Listen, but don't be influenced by them.
I'm glad you're feeling better! I'm just glad there's a place where I can come and talk about the important things with caring people, like coke bottles and toilet paper, for example. ;)
I am glad you are doing better...
Lu, words are powerful - I especially like them when they are used to inspire and motivate!
Corky, someone has got to take on the important issues. I'm thrilled that you are there to do it!
Doc, we all have our days - I'm done with mine!
Words can help or hinder... Sometimes misunderstood, depending on what you think you're hearing. It's tricky stuff, which is why body language, tone, and facial expressions are so important...
To add to Buff's ever present wisdom (he rocks doesn't he?):
If a friend feels the need to say something that will hurt the other, and really, sometimes there's no way around that, they should hold you through that pain. Unfortunately, that's easier said than done because most of us have a natural tendency to run away from someone who has told us something that we didn't want to hear or because we misintrepret either what was said or why it was said.
Cyber friends are important, so long as we don't lose touch with the world out there...
Maybe your song will help me out of my funk, that and SPRING (I'm wearing SANDALS!!)
SMOOCH
dang...then let me help some more...I want more impact!
Sorry Dana...that was just me that deleted the previous comment. I spelled everything wrong! Ack! It was THAT bad that I had to delete it! LOL!
So anyway....this is what I said...
Dear Dana,
I am so happy to hear you are feeling better. Stay strong and don't lose sight of your goals. I know these past few days have been difficult for you. You have some amazing blog friends. I was touched by all the support you have here. Know that you will not be alone through whatever you choose to do. I have my hand out if you need to hold it. Blessings and Prayers for you my new friend.
Hugs,
Kimmie
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