You startled me
In not so much your words,
But your approach.
It was fast
And filled my head
With nonsense words
And warmth
When you weren’t there.
So, I went under
And swallowed
The surge. And above
My head is swirling water.
My hand slapping at the surface,
Desperate for structure
Steep stone. Then
My fingers finding rooted edge
Holding ground,
Finally. Almost out of breath
When I pulled myself up.
Entwined in mine, fingers
Not rooted mass, but flesh.
That took the shape
Of mysteries ability
To suddenly deliver me
Upon the edge was all
That I was meant to be.
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No Contest
even if no one gets me, if i'm the only one laughing at my jokes, i won't hide myself away from life. it's uncertain and it's dirty and it's fucking exciting, and i want to be a part of all of it.
it's too good to waste in hiding.
toujours
February, 21, 2009 1:27 AM
it's too good to waste in hiding.
toujours
February, 21, 2009 1:27 AM
heart full
Today on my way home from class, I stopped off at the petrol station for some petrol. I paid on my card which wasn’t a lot, and then as I was getting into my car, I saw an old man walking past the building. He had a red and green stripy jumper which was frayed at the ends. He was also wearing some jeans that were dirty and had holes all over.
I sat there and became intrigued by him because I didn’t know what he was doing, so as I sat there and watched him, he continued doing what he set out to do.
He walked past the trash cans and first picked out a cup with some drink still in it (one of the cups that you get from burger king that has coke in it). He then walked over to the next trash can and pulled out the end of a half eaten sandwich. In my shock horror, he ate it and then went to sit on the wall to drink the drink he had found.
I felt sad, I wanted to give him my last $4 that I had but I was told when I was younger that you should never give people money, you should give them something they need or can use because that way, if they had an addiction, they would not be able to use the money for their addiction. So I went into the shop and bought a chicken sandwich from their deli counter and then walked out of the building.
The guy was still sat at the wall drinking his drink so I walked up to him and asked him if he would like this sandwich. He thanked me and said that he was hungry.
I should of felt good after that, doing something for someone else but all I could think of is where his next meal will come from or where in fact he will sleep tonight.
Fimble Star
September 30, 2008 8:08 PM
(Tonight, although I am cold and my feet are sore, my belly is full.)
I sat there and became intrigued by him because I didn’t know what he was doing, so as I sat there and watched him, he continued doing what he set out to do.
He walked past the trash cans and first picked out a cup with some drink still in it (one of the cups that you get from burger king that has coke in it). He then walked over to the next trash can and pulled out the end of a half eaten sandwich. In my shock horror, he ate it and then went to sit on the wall to drink the drink he had found.
I felt sad, I wanted to give him my last $4 that I had but I was told when I was younger that you should never give people money, you should give them something they need or can use because that way, if they had an addiction, they would not be able to use the money for their addiction. So I went into the shop and bought a chicken sandwich from their deli counter and then walked out of the building.
The guy was still sat at the wall drinking his drink so I walked up to him and asked him if he would like this sandwich. He thanked me and said that he was hungry.
I should of felt good after that, doing something for someone else but all I could think of is where his next meal will come from or where in fact he will sleep tonight.
Fimble Star
September 30, 2008 8:08 PM
(Tonight, although I am cold and my feet are sore, my belly is full.)
It helped.
Jennicula,
Thank you for sharing your story. Although it only appeared briefly, I was lucky enough to have caught it.
Once upon a time, for me, that was the best part of this place...having my words related back to me from another's perspective.
And it never mattered to me who said it, just that it meant something to the writer.
Thank you for sharing your story. Although it only appeared briefly, I was lucky enough to have caught it.
Once upon a time, for me, that was the best part of this place...having my words related back to me from another's perspective.
And it never mattered to me who said it, just that it meant something to the writer.
Blog header image by: Anima
I would like to credit the photographer and thank her for sharing her work.
something
Don't let anyone tell you how to live your life. Hold your head up high and be proud of who you are. If you've had a shitty day and you feel like people just don't want you to be happy, and when you find yourself struggling to make it through the day, just keep on believing and keep the faith. Also, from personal experience, don't push people away. When they say they want to help and that they are there for you, let them in. Believe me, I know how fucking scary that thought is, but don't shut others out.
paperheartxx
September 22, 2008 11:07 PM
paperheartxx
September 22, 2008 11:07 PM
Retro-spectacled
Sometimes, when you look back on stuff in your life, you know, the crap that makes you shake your head and say, "Holy shit, what the Hell was I thinking?" it's part of what makes you - you.
I'm not perfect by any stretch of the imagination. I have made small mistakes and really big, fucking scary mistakes. Would I change those mistakes and blunders?
No. Wanna know why?
Because they make me - me. They help make up the person that I am, what I've learned the hard way. Hopefully I've learned from my mistakes and have become a better person for it. And, hopefully I don't repeat those same mistakes. Although, sometimes I repeat variations of certain ones, but I'm working on that. :)
Jennicula
June 11, 2008 11:19 AM
I'm not perfect by any stretch of the imagination. I have made small mistakes and really big, fucking scary mistakes. Would I change those mistakes and blunders?
No. Wanna know why?
Because they make me - me. They help make up the person that I am, what I've learned the hard way. Hopefully I've learned from my mistakes and have become a better person for it. And, hopefully I don't repeat those same mistakes. Although, sometimes I repeat variations of certain ones, but I'm working on that. :)
Jennicula
June 11, 2008 11:19 AM
aloft
Blazing against the sun
like locusts,
samaras swarm the sky
and skitter to an earthly end,
dry
like clever words.
I want to make them fly up,
flip heaven upside down
and dance across the top of hell
and sing your thoughts
to the sound of thunder
that you love so well,
rip open the littered sky
and bathe in the light
or draw across the firmament
the blanket of the night.
In only a day they have
covered the ground,
their brief flight
yielding nothing permanent
on infertile land,
a fleeting moment of swarming glory
that calls to mind our own
short story:
Diamonds and petals,
the loom and the light,
the inkdark moon, foxfire marsh,
an open, waiting hand.
Clever winged seeds
of childhood reminiscent--
and like the idiot grown-up heart,
as stubbornly indehiscent.
Weaver Girl
May 26, 2008 11:27 PM
like locusts,
samaras swarm the sky
and skitter to an earthly end,
dry
like clever words.
I want to make them fly up,
flip heaven upside down
and dance across the top of hell
and sing your thoughts
to the sound of thunder
that you love so well,
rip open the littered sky
and bathe in the light
or draw across the firmament
the blanket of the night.
In only a day they have
covered the ground,
their brief flight
yielding nothing permanent
on infertile land,
a fleeting moment of swarming glory
that calls to mind our own
short story:
Diamonds and petals,
the loom and the light,
the inkdark moon, foxfire marsh,
an open, waiting hand.
Clever winged seeds
of childhood reminiscent--
and like the idiot grown-up heart,
as stubbornly indehiscent.
Weaver Girl
May 26, 2008 11:27 PM
Electric Blue
…today I saw a ulysses butterfly it was in our yard and settled to feed on our hibiscus. They really are fantastically beautiful things, the electric blue is amazing, however as they sit with their wings closed they are rather nondescript and dull. Sometimes people are like that, from the outside they seem unappealing but within there hides an amazing beauty for those lucky enough to see it. I hope you appreciate beauty in all things, and look for it perhaps where others miss it.
ergoproxy
April 29, 2008 4:45 AM
ergoproxy
April 29, 2008 4:45 AM
LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL.
I read your post again and suddenly without warning memories of construction paper filled my head. I remembered all the lop-sided flowers my girls made when they were young. Bright blue, yellow and pink flowers that were cut out with blunt end scissors would fill the windows to decorate for Easter. An occasional bunny was attempted but those usually ended up looking like creatures from a horror movie. Flowers were so much easier. I can close my eyes and hear the paper being cut into petals. I can smell the Elmer’s glue squirted on in huge blobs to attach each misshapen petal to form the flowers. We had a huge arts and crafts box full of wonderful items just waiting for their imaginations to turn into something wonderful. In my mind I see my daughters, as they once were, small, blond little girls sitting on the floor surrounded by scraps of paper and other art supplies. They would create their masterpieces then proudly show each other. Oh and Lord the messes that would ensue if the glitter made an appearance. Now, the box is forgotten. I’m not really sure where it even is anymore. The few flowers so lovingly created that survived are faded and dusty and high on a shelf they sit. Time marches on, so many things get left behind.
Today was the first Easter I spent alone. I don’t think it really upset me until I remembered the construction paper flowers. Of course I understand that my daughters are growing up and have lives of their own. But understanding doesn’t make it any easier to accept. I miss my little girls in their frilly Easter dresses. I miss the laughter that filled the house when they found what the Easter Bunny left for them. And I miss making the damn flowers.
Elena
March 24, 2008 3:57 AM
Today was the first Easter I spent alone. I don’t think it really upset me until I remembered the construction paper flowers. Of course I understand that my daughters are growing up and have lives of their own. But understanding doesn’t make it any easier to accept. I miss my little girls in their frilly Easter dresses. I miss the laughter that filled the house when they found what the Easter Bunny left for them. And I miss making the damn flowers.
Elena
March 24, 2008 3:57 AM
From the corner.
I wonder if you noticed
all our friends playing
Some had never tried before
and the result was amazing.
Poems from the corner
from the left and right
We did our best to keep them flowing
Late into this night.
If nothing else was accomplished
I hope we made someone see
How truly beautiful and amazing
a poem can be.
Sdock10
March 13, 2008 11:36 PM
all our friends playing
Some had never tried before
and the result was amazing.
Poems from the corner
from the left and right
We did our best to keep them flowing
Late into this night.
If nothing else was accomplished
I hope we made someone see
How truly beautiful and amazing
a poem can be.
Sdock10
March 13, 2008 11:36 PM
Thank You. Truly.
"This little world has grown around us, out of nothing, and it is a remarkable thing. Even the dark and dirty parts, the violent parts. Humanity will not thrive without passion."
Redrum
March 1, 2008 3:13 AM
Redrum
March 1, 2008 3:13 AM
Uncondensed
Your words are what give value to this space.
Never do that again.
Yes, I am aware.
Character Advocacy.
"Don't ever pretend to be something you're not. You are who you are, and no one can change that. The people who don't like the real you are just gonna have to suck it. Don't take shit from anyone. Don't crumble. Throw a few birds, and walk on.
I'm still trying to do this, so maybe we can work on it together."
mustardisbetter
January 16, 2008 4:48 PM
I'm still trying to do this, so maybe we can work on it together."
mustardisbetter
January 16, 2008 4:48 PM
Art by: Toujours
“I decided to stop pitying myself. Other than my eye, two things aren't paralyzed, my imagination and my memory.”
Jean-Dominique Bauby
Jean-Dominique Bauby
4,847 comments:
«Oldest ‹Older 1001 – 1200 of 4847 Newer› Newest»PH you deserve better. You are always a good person...... Take care of yourself.
I promise you I will, only if you promise me to take care of yourself as well.
*squeals*
Amyranth touched me!
Seriously, it's hard to joke right now but I'll try.
Why should I be ashamed? Again you go thinking we are all the same.
9:32 The only one being cruel and digusting is you. We are trying to make paperheartxx laugh a little. It's good to do some of that even when grieving. If you would scroll back up you would would see that we did accomplish that. No one is using anyone's grief for anything. What is your problem
tonight?
PH
take no notice of cruel people here and believe me it is not a sin to smile during a period like this and it can help even if it lasts only a few seconds.
I hope the uncertainty ends soon for you and your family. You are an exceptional young lady who has had a shit time over last year or so and I hope this is your quota used up for the next 4 or 5 decades or so.
Anonymous said...
Disgusting, joking about this. You all should be so ashamed.
March 15, 2009 9:34 PM
No one is joking about this. The fact that you seem to think anyone is that is what is disgusting and shameful.
PH, I just bumped you an email, whenever you can read it.
I am getting a good laugh out of this, that's for certain.
I hope the uncertainty ends soon for you and your family. You are an exceptional young lady who has had a shit time over last year or so and I hope this is your quota used up for the next 4 or 5 decades or so.
I hope so too, 939. I've been dealt shitty cards this past year, and I don't know how much more I can take of it. But, I know it's just going to make me tougher, stronger, and wiser.
9:39 Shut up. No one but you is being cruel. We were all trying to show our support to Paperheartxx. Each in our way.
PH, at your age, there's nowhere left to go but up anyway. :)
Happy to help paperheartxx. You are still welcome to my anon if you want them. They have been fed. Just be sure to return them in a week or so.
*another squeeze*
Take care of yourself.
Goodnite.
I have no idea what to say to Paperheart. I can't even imagine what she feels or might need to hear. All I can do is repeat that my heart goes out to her and be here to listen in case she needs a random anonymous ear. If that makes me evil, so be it.
Amy, that reminds me that Shania Twain song. 0_0 (Psst. Replied to the email as well.)
Thanks 822, but I could never take your beloved Anon away from you, thank you for the offer though.
Thanks for retrieving and cleaning up my anon for me sister Amyranth. It's amazing how a few minutes in the pigpen can do that much damage. Nothing like a fresh clean pi.. anon! ;)
Goodnite.
All I can do is repeat that my heart goes out to her and be here to listen in case she needs a random anonymous ear.
And you don't know how much I appreciate that. I don't need a name behind the face at all. That's not what matters.
I never realized that when I said it PH!
All we need is one more blogger from Canada, and Mayo's Canadian Quota should be met for the day.
I suppose we could swap a blogger for a Tim Horton's Coffee, if anyone has $1.35 and a car.
So no one wants me? That fuckin figures! I'm going back to play in the mud.
Goodnight 8:22~
OH Amy, guess who won a free coffee on her roll up the rim today? That's right, PH. ^_^
It really made my day. That, and driving my dad's truck around. He nearly had a heart attack because the snow is melting so the roads were covered in puddles. Haha.
950, I want you. ;)
But not in that way.
Then I'll forever be yours, no matter how you want me. I'm easy like that.
O_O
I've never won anything on Rollup, not even when I worked there!
But congrats to you! Imagine how much of a shock your Dad would have had if you'd won the car. ;)
Are you watching the curling match right now? Alberta and Manitoba!
No I'm not! Whose winning? I bet we're whooping your Albertan ass! ;)
Oh I thought I won the car, because I just read, the win part, and my heart nearly stopped. You can imagine how instantly I deflated when I read it was just a coffee. =(
LOL!
I'd love to win something someday. Heck, even $2 on a lotto ticket would be nice!
But, C'est la vie, n'est pas?
Actually... I'll let you believe that you're kicking our asses. Although, you DO have the hammer, whatever that means.
*pulls out hammer*
Oh yeah, that's right. ;) lol. Amy, I will keep my fingers crossed that your luck changes soon enough. ^_^
Over easy or sunny side down? ;)
Sunny-side down and with toast?
...
O_O
I won't lie, I'm completely lost on that one Anon.
Amyranth said...
Sunny-side down and with toast?
Was that your order Amyranth or someone else's? I was in the kitchen.
I suppose it could be mine..
Does anyone else want anything?
Do you want it buttered Amyranth? Maybe some butter on the side.
Yeah, sure. On the side is good.
What's up with you tonight?
paperheart, i'm so sorry to hear your news. it's good to see you here, but i wish it were for something else. *big hug*
Hey Teej.
Want some late night breakfast?
hello amyranth, actually i have a cold pancake waiting for me in the kitchen here...
but i'll always accept a cup of mayo's coffee. :)
Mmmm.. cold pancakes..
Now I want an Apple Toaster Strudel.
i wish you luck in your quest, amyranth. *heh*
*rubs her eyes*
I still have to finish my laundry and vacuum. I'll see you guys tomorrow night.
Goodnight everyone.
Order ready! Sunny side down, toast, b by its side. Eat it while its warm! Enjoy.
'Night Amyranth. 'Night TJ. The kitchen is closed.
good night amyranth.
nice looking order, anon. good job!
good night anon.
Staying here would serve no purpose. Time keeps passing. Day fades into night. Waiting for something, anything. Slip, stumble, fall, no strength to stand. Desperately wanting to cry out. Silence prevails, pain kept inside as it has been, as it always will be.
It has been a while since I experienced the loss of someone that I love. Recently, I had a close encounter and I am fortunate, very fortunate that my friend is still among the living.
Still, I have not forgotten the emotions that accompany loss. Regardless if we are met with the loss of a parent, sibling, friend or pet there are feelings of anger, emptiness, frustration and in some circumstances relief.
We all grieve.
But grief is a process that is personal and distinctive; some immediately seek consolation, while others retreat. In that some of you choose to bring your process here, I am both grateful and honored. I am a bit mystified, as well.
You have each other and that is what makes this place amazing.
And, I have not been so far removed that I missed those most recent...
My condolences
it's good to see you, mayo.
Mayo
Thank you for being here for all of us.
Night Mayo
Elena
mayo,
i was just getting ready to write my good night to you when you made your comment, and now i don't remember what i was thinking about writing.
but i don't want to discuss your elegant words, because i feel like they should stand alone. there should be a space around grief.
but there are so many kinds of loss. so many of them go unseen and unacknowledged, and it seems like just being able to come here and talk about them helps just because here one is seen, one is read.
i don't know if it's because we're here for each other, or if it's just because by default somehow you are always here, mayo, but that's the answer to the mystery for me, anyway.
good night, mayo. thank you.
:) Goodnite Mayo.
hey I'm home from a difficult day at work, but I saw PH is here and I know I've emailed but I wanted to say again that I cannot imagine the pain and I do hope you will cling together and support each other, he will always be there and I know you will never forget him, it is tragic to be taken away so suddenly and so prematurely
hi elena
hi Tj
hi mayo
and hi anons
but it looks like everyone is gone :[
Night Ergo
Take care, always.
I will elena, you promise me to do so too♥
PH
look down
sad moments now
and in the future
look up
in the darkness is a star
strong and bright
it shines just as you do
please take care brave one
`sc
mayonaise
mystifying indeed!
my connection hasn't always been visible,however since the beginning, it has remained very real and consistently in my thoughts.
thx, that was needed
`sc
Paperheart: Before I start my singing, or anything else tonight, I just want to tell you (again) how sorry I am for your loss. And, to leave some hugs for you here.
*humongous hug*
You must have been/must be so proud to have a brother like him. I know he had to be/is proud of his little sister too. I know you're trying to be strong for the rest of your family and his friends. Please, please remember that you need to take the time to grieve as well. It's okay to not be the strong one sometimes. It's okay to breakdown and ask someone for a hand to hold or shoulder to cry on...
My thoughts and prayers and with you and your family, Paperheart. You know where to find me if you need me!
Hugs and Much Love,
~Namaste~
6/Wendy
Now, on to the usual (I shall sing later in this comment. You all just have to wait a bit tonight!)
Good night/morning/afternoon Mayo, SS, SC, Ergo, Elena, TJ, Amy, various anons, watchers and lurkers.
Mayo: Thank you for you kind words/your thoughfulness tonight. I think you deserve a special hug for that. So, here you go!
*special hug for Mayo*
SC: I'm so happy to see you back on a more regular posting schedule. I still hope your visits become more frequent.
Ergo: *smooooooooch*
Sweetcheeks: Where were you tonight? I miss seeing you beautiful name!
Okay, now for the singing. Some very, very happy singing!!!!
Why so happy, you ask? Well, I'm glad you asked!
It's because my friends "The Jade" have had their very first top ten single in Finland (flashback to Rokkers Ball II ~ fond memories ~ I iz an excellent equipment watcher! Nearly froze my tail off doing that watching too!)!!!!!! YAY THEM!!!! I'm so proud of them!!! And, quite happy and excited too (in case ya'll couldn't tell)!
So, here is the song/video "It's A Sin" (their cover of The Pet Shop Boys song)! Feel free to sing along and dance too!!!!!
When I look back upon my life
It's always with a sense of shame
I've always been the one to blame
For everything I long to do
No matter when or where or who
Has one thing in common, too
It's a, it's a, it's a, it's a sin
It's a sin
Everything I've ever done
Everything I ever do
Every place I've ever been
Everywhere I'm going to
It's a sin
Or, if that does not work, you may watch the video
Here at Top 40 charts
Awww.... I really, really am so damn happy for them. They deserve this and much, much more!
Well, that is all for now. Have a great day, everyone!
Hugs and love,
~Namaste~
6/Wendy
Hi PJ, Martha, AIP, The Masked Anon, Loli and Jade!
YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sorry, I just had to do that one more time. That and a:
*happy, happy, happy dance* for them!
tonight's comments reminded me how love never leaves you..
I still find myself looking out the window to see if my 15 yr old sweet lab is all warm and cozy in her dog house, despite the fact she has been gone for months.
sometimes, I even think I hear her collar jingling
memories of when she behaved badly are fading
just like the comments on mayo's blog-the true, funny and heartfelt comments will eventually prevail and be the only ones truly cherished and remembered
thank you 6 and what a happy and good friend you are
i'm off `sc
hello sc lovely to see you again, and as always beautifully chosen words
I still remember animals I have lost, they are always alive in my memory and though their memory, and that of the people I have known who have passed, still brings a lump to the throat, I know I am blessed to have been able to share my life with them and that they will always be remembered fondly
hi wendy
*smoooch* and well done to The Jade also, how wonderful for them to be rewarded for their hard work
PH, my thoughts go out to you. i am still in shock after reading your terrible news. you are so strong, but just remember it is OK not to be strong. take care of yourself. keep your family and friends close by. i'm sending you a really big *hug* all the way from the UK!!♥
hi SC, wendy, ergo, and anybody else around now, soon or later on.
mayo, nice to see you around, and nice words too. hope you are doing good? take care.
SS, miss seeing you around but we understand. alot of us aren't around as much, it doesn't mean we aren't thinking of this place and the people here.
anyway hope everyone's mondays (tuesdays for those down under) are good ones!
PH, another *hug* for you. take care of yourself.
I Believe
Every now and then soft as breath upon my skin
I feel you come back again
And it's like you haven't been gone a moment from my side
Like the tears were never cried
Like the hands of time are holding you and me
And with all my heart I'm sure we're closer than we ever were
I dont have to hear or see, I've got all the proof I need
There are more than angels watching over me
I believe, I believe
That when you die your life goes on
It doesnt end here when you're gone
Every soul is filled with light
It never ends and if I'm right
Our love can even reach across eternity
I believe, I believe
Forever, you're a part of me
Forever, in the heart of me
And I'll hold you even longer if I can
The people who don't see the most
Say that I believe in ghosts
And if that makes me crazy, then I am
cause I believe
There are more than angels watching over me
I believe, I believe
Ph,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I can't imagine all the emotions you must be feeling right now. I don't know if I could even function if I lost my sister, and yet, you found something deep within you to come here and share with us what you are going though.
You are such an amazing young woman full of strength, determination, love, and wisdom beyond your 16 years.
I bet your brother is smiling.
Love to you and your family,
Solly
Mayo
in honour of my going to see French & Saunders in a few months, I thought I'd show you who they are, in case you didn't know. A brilliant pair of lady comedians from the UK, writers and performers of many comedy sketch shows and of hugely popular shows such as Vicar of Dibley & Absolutely Fabulous. They really are two of the most accomplished in recent history and I think awesomely funny...
"computer trouble"
much love EP xx
SS
another sketch from French & Saunders this is "more computer trouble"
lotsa love EP xx
they also do great spoofs of performers and movies, might do a couple tomorrow!
goodnight blogbelieve see you in my morning
♥xx♥
thanks fasc, and have a great monday
sdock hope the week starts well
take care all
xx
PH, Mummy K asked me to send her condolences. Granny K is still in the hospital or Mummy K would have gone to your blog and written you.
We're all so sorry. People in my family know the name "Paperheart." Even Daddy K knows who you are and was sorry to hear your news.
Mayo, it is always so nice to see you in blue and read your kind words also.
Hope things are going well with your Gran, K.
Thanks very much, E. :)
Amy, you were a good friend last night and thankfully you did not let the disgraceful behavior derail you from being compassionate and just human.
Some people are just emotionally bankrupt.
(PH, more hugs to you from me today xxx)
Hi guys, how are you all?
Hi mayo, I'm sure that your words brought a lot of comfort to all the people (far too many) on this blog who have experienced loss recently. Thanks for that.
PH sweetie, I hope that you are feeling just a little less raw than the night we talked. I thought about you and your family all weekend. I was glad that I was there when you needed to talk. I hope that you and your family have been doing lots of that, talking about all the happy memories you have.
I hope that the police manage to get you some answers about the accident sooner rather than later. It will make you feel a little better to know what happened, there will be less of the "why" questions then and you need that sweetie.
I know that you have recently had other family occurances of late, I hope what has happened here helps decide the answers that your family members were searching for in other matters.
You've got to all pull together sweetie. I'm so glad your boyfriend is helping you too. All your friends here on the blog are here for you whenever you need us.
We all love you PH and our hearts go out to you in your time of loss, I know mine does.
xxx
morning!
hi elena hi K
K hope your gran is ok
Hiya Ergo sweetie, how are you?
hello missT
not bad. getting ready for my full day at work and I don't wanna go, home is much nicer
LOL Ergo, home is lovely but alas work pays more.
and all those grieving and remembering
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.
unfortunately true missT lol
how is all your stiff going? Any new news on your course?
5:23 that is lovely
Sweetcheeks: Where were you tonight? I miss seeing you beautiful name!
Hiya sugarplum! I was out all day yesterday and went out to eat, but I was tired when I got home, and I got a little bit disoriented, so I decided to stay off the computer for the night. Right now I'm watching my rabbit on the deck because there's a motherfucking cat that somehow got there, and I fucking hate cats! Grrrr. If it attacks my rabbit again, I'm gonna smack it with my broom >_<
Otherwise, it's yet another gorgeous day outside that I'm enjoying ^_^
:) Ergo and MissT
LOL Ergo, my "stiff" is great.
I had my gym induction today. the teaching course is on hold while I put all my energies into the police job.
Anon, those words were truely beautiful.
:) Hi BC. Bye all. Thank you.
Hi and bye 5:23. Enjoy your day :)
Hi and bye 5:23. So short but oh so sweet.
Hiya BC sweetie, how are you?
oh shoot- "stiff" LOL
well glad your stiff and your police job are both ok1
HI BC
keep an eye on the bunny!!
almost got my makeup on and not running late yet!!
lol
LOL Ergo, you are on a roll.
and i'm off!!!!
take care missT
bc anon and everyone!
Have a great day Ergo.
Hiya miss t, how are you? Well I hope!
I'm gonna have to cut this short. Need to go shower because I gotta go to the bus station in the city later on tonight, so see you later miss t.
Bye ergo. Good luck with teaching!
I'm good thanks BC sweetie.
Enjoy the shower, see you later.
Nighty night blog.
xxxxxx
Nighty Night Miss Tottenham. xo
Paperheartxx
May you find strength and comfort in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends.
Sometimes a hug can give more comfort and mean more to someone than words could ever say.
Please know you are in my thoughts.
Dearest Blog Believe;
Thank you all for your condolences and kind and thoughtful words. I'm sorry for leaving last night without saying goodbye, my boyfriend kidnapped me and took me to watch Watchmen. Definitely not what I expected.
We all grieve in our own ways, and although it's hard to handle, I know that it's ok to basically let my guards down and grieve. I can't force myself to stay strong, but I will do what it takes to not let this bring me down.
He wouldn't want me to become depressed or drink my face off. He'd want me to remember his smile and laughter, and stay safe. I was his baby, forever and always, and I plan on living on for him.
Mayonaise; Thank you my friend for your kindness. It was good to see your name in blue. Please dude, let everyone you know that you love them. Mend broken ties with the all, you never know when they will be gone. I'm just thankful that my brother and I were speaking to eachother that day. He had walked in on me naked and changing 2 weeks ago. We were both embarrassed and didn't speak until three days before the accident. I'm glad it happened. Lol.
xo;
- 007.
lotsa people lurk, carrie, even mayo.
why do you think the curtains are always so lumpy?
That explains the heating bill.
*drops a $1500 electricity bill on the table*
Blasted wind.
And when Mayo finds them, he should tell me where he bought them. My house isn't much warmer!
Also, I wouldn't mind having a fireplace instead of a thermostat some days.
i thought castles were supposed to be drafty? isn't that the desired ambiance?
*whhhoooooooooooo*
hey guys
hi there bc. :)
true, carrie, i can't argue with you on that score. and i don't even know how to play whist! ;)
hey, if you don't mind me asking, what are you going to be doing for spring equinox? anything fun?
Hey carrie, tj
oops, i went off to save some old comments and got caught up in it. it's difficult to not start reading along! plus, i missed out on alot when i was in seattle.
mayo, every time i see the title to this post, i get an image of you tilting to the starboard. *hehe*
but you know what else? because i'm a word nerd, i looked it up, had to check out the etymology, and was interested to find that the word "list" also used to have a meaning of having a craving or yearning -- it and the word "lust" come from the same root word.
hmmm.
interesting.
Mayo
Sorry to have left you hanging at the Hair Museum for so long but well… yeah well. Shit I don’t really know what to say. Life keeps throwing shit at me and I just keep trying to duck. I’m not always successful. Hell to be honest I’m rarely successful. But I guess I should be used to it by now. That said I’m going away for a bit. A vacation if you will. While I won’t be visiting balls of twine or seeing hair wreaths at least I won’t be here. I don’t mean here I mean here, you know, home. I don’t even really know where I’ll be. See its Spring Break for the girls and lunch lady Mom. So tomorrow I’m taking mom to spend the night at the casino. She’s all about the free rooms. Then on Wednesday and Thursday I’m hanging with Stormy. Have to admit I was sorta surprised when she suggested she and I get away for a few days. My girls are always so busy but she took off work so we could do something together. What we’re gonna do is a mystery. I know she wants to see Watchmen on Wednesday at the IMAX and then we’re gonna hit the road. We have no destination in mind and I have to admit I like that. Guess she and I will just go until we find a place we want to stop. I’m all about the go so I don’t care about the stop. I will be taking my laptop so hopefully I’ll be able keep up with what’s going on here. And Stormy has a great phone (much nicer than mine) that already has this blog on her favorites. So if you get a comment from Stormy you’ll know why. You know I’m gonna do this and my work will pile up. I realize this and yet I don’t give a rat’s ass. I don’t want to miss a single moment I can spend with my Mom and with Stormy. They are more important than book orders, deliveries and such. So what if some yahoo in Poughkeepsie whines because he doesn’t get his book right away? Not a good business attitude but that’s the attitude I have and I don’t feel bad about it.
So you behave yourself while I’m gone, Mayo. I’ll be checking up on you to make sure you do. Take care.
Night Mayo
Elena (always ducking too late)
yay! elena's adventure! have fun!
time for me to go to bed, so good night lurkers, and sweet dreams.
:)
Sometimes a hug can give more comfort and mean more to someone than words could ever say.
very true.
hugs 7.56 anon
To all those who grieve tonight:
May the kind hand of time bring you comfort in your suffering
and may the precious memories of your lost loved one be intensified each day until you are together again in heaven. You are in my prayers.
mayo,
well, after getting sucked into the old comments here, i went over to my lj and enedd up re-reading a few of my entries from this time last year.
see, i've been indulging in a bit of nostalgia lately. it hasn't always been pleasurable -- sometimes i wonder if what happened last year made any difference at all. i feel like all iam is two-steps-forward and one-step back. and i miss that trip, so much. the live music, standing in the crowd in front of the bands, being truly alive, meeting people in line, travelling -- it was all so amazing, so wonderful. the road trip last year ranks right up with the college semester in england as shining moments in my life...
bittersweet because it's over, and who can really say what adventures will be waiting for me in the future? maybe none -- though that isn't what i want. i like the adventure.
i could cry with the loss of it sometimes.
these days my adventures are smaller, maybe, in scope, but adventures all the same. making new friends, not knowing if they will be friends that will stay with me or not. trying to walk my talk, to be an honorable person and my true self even though i'm an adult living a (hopefully temporary) constrained life in my parents' home. rebuiliding my life step by slow step.
keeping my eyes on the horizon, because no way am i letting go of any of the transformation. i will not allow myself to be mired by the day-to-day, because i must complete my transformation.
i forget sometimes just how far i have come since that march three years ago, when my marriage ended. it's been so hard. i'm not complaining, mind, but it's been the most topsy-turvy years of my life, and for every dark sharp day there was a bright and glorious one, and i wouldn't trade any of them. not a one. i just know that someday i'll look back on this whole period of my life and see the path i walked through the wildwood, and be proud of every moment.
it's true that i've felt lost, so many times. it's true that i struggle with a raw and persistent loneliness. i don't understand friendship now that i am without the buffer of my husband. i don't understand what makes for success and what makes for failure. all i know is that one must always keep going forward, even if the journey is full of mistakes and pain and loss.
eventually it will make sense.
it may not ever be any different, but the greater the proportion of my life that is behind me, the more i will be able to see the patterns of it, and read the story it is telling.
i don't know if i'm a good person or a bad person. i don't know if i have any worth at all, to be honest.
but it doesn't matter. i'll fall into despair again and again, but no matter how many times i will want to give up, i just won't. i don't think i even know how. i've had too many beautiful mornings after tear-filled nights.
what the hell am i getting at? lol
march is too tumultuous for me to really ever enjoy it. and i'd rather be getting ready to travel across the country going to shows than setting my alarm for work tomorrow (even though i have loads of fun at work). but i'm not going to stop. i'm not ever going to stop.
i don't care what disappointments i might experience, i don't care how many sorrows i might end up carrying -- i am only going to be myself just this one time.
don't let the bastards grind you down, you know?
good night mayo. be fierce. you are a gift.
that's a lovely sentiment 1:09. thank you.
hello anyone?
Hey Ergo
That was beautiful 1:09
Oh and goodnight TJ
Sorry I missed you
TJ, I loved your post. Thank you. You can write what I am unable to, its truly beautiful.
To all those here that inspire me. Thank you too.
PH, hope you got my message. My heart is with you. Hope you feel it. :)
Mayo, thank you. That's all. What more can I say? If I saw you in person I'd give you a hug; no words needed. Hope all is well with you, with all of those precious to you.
Blogbelieve friends, I love you guys. I am so grateful.
*squeezes blogbelieve*
p.s. i claim one of those lurking in the windows. not in a weird way, I promise! not sure when i was ready to come by. i just feel different...same skin, same self in the mirror, but the void is obvious.
Hi Ergo and Elena. :)
Big hug for Anima
Glad you came here. I've missed you.
Gotta run.
Everyone take care. ♥ to all of you.
titoring time
Elena thank you! ;)
damn should have refreshed
hi anima!!
*hug*
hi elena
*hug*
Happy Titoring Ergo.
Nite all.
♥
*looks around*
Damn alone again
Huge hugs to you too, Ergo. :)
Aww, Elena I'm here. I wish I could stay, but I gotta get back this work. I'm so far behind. It sounds like the never ending complaining story...shouldn't I be done by now?!
i am only going to be myself just this one time.
in the end toujours, that's only what you can be.
not someone else's version.
It's okay Anima. I understand believe me I understand. Take care and I'll talk to you later.
Hello SS, Mayo, Elena, Anima, Ergo, Sweetcheeks, Carrie, MissT, TJ, Paperheart, various anons... everyone!
Ergo: Thank you!!! They do deserve it! I hope you had a "pain in the arse" free day teaching!
*smoooooch*
SC: Thank you too!!!
FASC: How's Mr. Bloke these days? No camping trips coming up?
Anima: It's so good to see you. I hope you're "hanging in there" and taking good care of yourself.
*hugs*
Paperheart: *another huge hug and a little smile for you*
Sweetcheeks: That kitty didn't get Chocolate, did he/she? Poor bunny! My kitties love Miss. Bingles. They all live together!
*hug and kiss*
Well, I'm tired and my eyes can no longer focus (at all).
Goodnight everyone! Sweet dreams to one and all!
Hugs and Love,
~Namaste
6/Wendy
Hi PJ, BI, Present, Yoda, Pants and Lewis (and Dave)!
lol wendy - no, not a "pain in the arse free day" lol
but you get that, might get resolved to be better though I hope
Sweetcheeks: That kitty didn't get Chocolate, did he/she? Poor bunny! My kitties love Miss. Bingles. They all live together!
*hug and kiss*
Sugarplum, nope. I smacked that little fat ass with the broom before it could have done any damage. Did I mention that I absolutely hate cats? I love cute animals, but you're never gonna see me become a cat owner, no way in hell. I hate those bastards.
Sweet dreams *blows kisses*
I just got back from the bus station, so I'm off to bed of course. Goodnight to anyone here.
mayo
A song again tonight, I was ripping some compilation cds (gosh I have a lot of them) and I came across this one and wanted to share it, it has been done by others but the version I want to share is by Scott Fitzgerald & Yvonne Keeley
If I Had Words
If I had words to make a day for you,
I'd sing a morning golden & true
I would make this day last for all time
then fill the night deep with moonshine
If I could make a day for you
I'd give you a morning golden & true
I would make this day last for all time..
then fill the night deep with moonshine
sing along
much love EP xx
I also thought of this song for PH and Anima and others with recent losses or current reminders, don't know if you know it, but I if I could I would.
SS
for you a song which I also came across,
Things Can Only Get Better
You can walk my path
You can wear my shoes
Let her talk like me
And be an angel too
But maybe
You ain't never gonna feel this way
You ain't never gonna know me
But I know you...
Teach you now that
Things can only get better
Can only get, can only get
They get on from here
You know, I know that
Things can only get better
I sometimes lose myself in me
I lose track of time
And I can't see the world's formed trees
You set them alight, burning the bridges as you go
I'm too weak to fight you
I got my personal health to deal with
And you say
Walk my path
Wear my shoes
Talk like me
I'll be an angel and
(CHORUS:)
Things can only get better
Can only get better
Now I've found you
(That means me)
(Will you teach me now)
Things can only get better
Can only get better
Now I've found you
And you and you...
You... show me prejudice and greed
You show me how
I must learn to deal with this disease
I look at things now
In a different light than I did before
I found the cause
And I think that you could be my cure
And you say
Walk your path
Wear your shoes
Talk like that
I'll be an angel too
(chorus)
Things can only get, can only get
Things can only get, can only get
Things can only get, can only get
Things can only get, can only get
sing along
lotsa love EP xx
goodnight blogbelieve see you in my morning
♥xx♥
hey fasc and sdock if you call in this morning, have a good tuesday (at least better than mine. lol)
take care all others who pass by
^"this song" = If I Had Words
(though the other is good too)
and Happy St Patrick's Day!
Happy St. Patricks Day everyone!
Mayo better wear something green because if you don't I'll totally pinch you.
*whispers*
He hath out-villain'ed villainy so far that the rarity redeems him
Ergo get out of my head! LOL
Hey anon hope you are wearing green.
Happy St. Pattie's Day to Mayo and all the lovelies!
Happy St Pat's to you too, Andrea
Paperheart - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Saying a prayer for you and your family. ♥
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Hi Elena!
Happy St. Patrick's Day Everyone! :)
I am still whipped from this weekend, but I shall try my very best :) Plenty of time to grow up one day :D
Mayo - I hope you received a helping hand for the difficulties you were experiencing in the prior post. That's how I read this one and I hope I am correct. :)
PS (for those who need a reminder)- Please try to keep this place pleasant for everyone.
Sometimes it just needs to be said.
Much love - and luck - to you all!
*Proffering a lucky shamrock to each of you*
Good to see you Miranth.
Just decided I want a Shamrock Shake. Haven't had one of those in years.
Happy St Patrick's Day Afternoon, everyone!
Hi to Anima and Paperheartxx, I hope you're both as alright as you can be today. Like Elena said, I understand, believe me. All too well. You're both survivors, strong women, and that can be so helpful. But when you need to be not-so-strong, remember your friends are here, and there, to help.
*big hugs and lots of love*
Hello to Elena, Ergo, Andrea, Miranth, Wendy, BC, and Anon! We're having a lazy day today. Well, all except for me cleaning the catbox later...oh joy, how I look forward to it. :P
Mayo, you old leprechaun, you (man, I hope I spelled that right), if you have a pot of gold, maybe you could share it with us? *smiles sincerely*
SS, how are those "Lucky Charms" holding up? Got some you'd like to share with me? ;)
On that note, I'll make my departure for now. Good days (or nights) to all!
Elena - I had one recently. They are delicious!
I may have to get another....
:)
I am too tired to get ready. My friends and I took the day off, but we're too lazy to get moving!
That parade day really took a lot out of us.
But it sounds like you had fun, Miranth.
Leavenworth had a big parade today as did KCMO but I had to work so no parade for me!
Hi and bye J. Have a good st.patty's *hugs*
Well, happy st. patty's to everyone here.
Hi elena and miranth
Wow was that J who just cruised by? Hey J
Hi BC
It was fun! people were friendly and nice. I also met a lot of my friends' relatives, without realizing who they were till later. :)))
I am sorry you missed yours. There will be other years, though.
Hi OPJ - Enjoy the day :)
Hi BC - Enjoying your vacation?
*hugs miranth*
So far, I am. It's gorgeous outside. Near 70 degrees, sunny, what else could I want? And it seems there will be a cookout later today. Now I'm wondering since it's st.patty's, why I don't have a bottle of vodka in my hands.
How are you?
I am good. Just very tired. Too much to do in a short time! When I am already out and get invited somewhere I almost always go and Cleo convinced my friend Nancy to come out too - so we stayed out very late.
It is beautiful outside. The past few days have been gorgeous. We are very lucky.
Don't drink too much BC! :) I always end up looking after people, so I know to take care!
*hugs* :)
Did you choose a color for your hair? I went burgundy red last year and people say it looks good.
Thanks miranth. As for hair color, I think I'm gonna go with a golden chestnut. A friend recommended that I'd go with that color because of my skin tone, so I'll probably go with that.
If your skin is pale, a darker shade contrasts better, but lighter, warm shades add a glow to your skin tone. So I think it depends on what look you want.
A golden chestnut sounds pretty, actually. :)
Well, I have a light olive skin tone, but it was suggested I'd try golden chestnut, but I'll probably go ask a hair stylist or someone who knows about what kind of hair color I should get
I wish I had a darker skin tone like you. I burn all of the time, even with sunblock!
My friend has your skin tone and she has sported every color of the rainbow. The only one that looked odd was platinum blonde. :D
But it is best to ask a professional. Also if they recommend something and you don't like it, they would know how to fix it properly.
(You can tell I've messed up my color before! Strawberry Shortcake, anyone!) :D
I have to go now, but I did want to answer an anon. I haven't read everything, but I think it was important.
Normalcy - Anon - You were asking if everyone here had issues? I don't remember how it was phrased.
There is no such thing as a 'normal' person. Everyone on earth has issues, some are just simpler than others. I have never met anyone who is 'normal' though I doubt I could define that term. Everyone is an individual with specialized hopes and fears. (I suspect I wouldn't like people if they were not so individualized).
Its possible that you are very young and have not come to this conclusion - yet! ;)
I laughed when I read that question. In fact I am smiling now and you've made me feel better actually. Thank you!
Bye now.
Happy St Patrick's Day Appleheads
Happy st.patty's day to you too anonhead ^_^
*taps from behind your forehead*
hi elena!!
It is comfy in here
hi miranth good to hear from you, take care
hi J happy St pat's day
hi whispering Shakespeare anon
hi BC
anon from the other night - I had Free Electric Band on a thrift store LP and loved it, it wasn't a song of his that got played a lot over here though (compared to "It never rains..", and Down By The River") but I adore it, found it on iTunes that night too :]
wow terrible news about Natasha Richardson, critical after a skiing accident
Amy Winehouse in court for assault
but Chrissie Amphlett is auctioning her stage costume school tunic to raise money for the MS foundation (which she has had 20 odd years)
this one boy I remember when she first appeared on the music scene!
*pulls in pile of shamrock decoations*
*drapes garlands*
*adds giant shamrock shaped cake*
*pile of "Meaning of St Patrick's Day" leaflets*
*beside "I went to Mayo's on St Pats Day" t shirts" pile*
*and shamrock earring pile*
*sign "PLEASE TAKE ONE"*
bye!!
oops forgot the green beer!
*lugs in giant eskie full of bottles*
*comes in and continues singing the song in her heart today*
"When Iii~rish hearts are happy,
All the world seems bright and gay.
And when Iii~rish eyes are smiii~lyn,
Sure, they steal your heart away."
Happy St. Patrick's Day Mayo, SS, Miranth, Sweetcheeks, Ergo, J, Elena, appleheads anon, various other anons/watchers and lurkers!!!
How are you all today? Well, good and wearing some green, I hope!
Ergo: That is horrible about Natasha Richardson. I hope she's going to be okay.
I think what Chrissie Amphlett is doing for charity is wonderful! I hope someone bids an extraordinate amount for that costume!
Umm... the news about Amy Winehouse does not surprise me.
*smoooooch*
Sweetcheeks: I'm happy stray kitty did not get Chocolate! I also hope you didn't whack him too hard with the broom!!!! A gentle little tap would do the trick. I do LOVE kitty cats!!! Heck, I love anything with fur and quite a few things without fur!
;)
Miranth: It's so good to see you!!! I hope that car is cooperating since your friend fixed it. I'm glad to hear you had such a good time at the parade! Now, get some rest!
;)
*pinches J just for the heck of it*
:P
Have a great day, everyone!
Hugs and Love,
~Namaste~
6/Wendy
Hi PJ!
*spots green cake and beer*
OM NOM NOM!!!
*grabs the non alcoholic green beer (is the only beer besides Corona I can stand the taste of)*
*takes large slice of cake*
*grabs a t~shirt and a pair of earrings*
*reaches for a leaflet and sees a picture of snake on it*
EEEEP!!!!
*throws leaflet down*
*spills some green non alcoholic beer on carpet*
Ooops! The cat will lick that right up!
Thanks Ergo!!!
*blows shamrock shaped kisses*
Wow. I think after Christmas and Hallowe'en, St Patrick's Day is the third most celebrated day on the blog!
And far be it for me to displace the cheer!
(However, I did misplace my beer. Did anyone see it?)
(However, I did misplace my beer. Did anyone see it?)
March 17, 2009 8:08 PM
Oops!! Sorry. I thought that beer was mine. It was good. Thanks. :)
Oh! You're welcome 8:18!
I'm about to pour another. There's a revolt going on amongst some former co-workers via email. They're all up in arms about something that happened at our old workplace, that doesn't involve them, doesn't affect them, and shouldn't be their concern.
C'est la vie.
There's a revolt going on amongst some former co-workers via email
There is always a revolt amongst the co-workers where i work. LOL! I can't wait to go into work and see what drama is going on. Who quit,and the never ending...who called in sick today! LOL!
9:14, you work on the set of a soap opera too, huh?
Is it about when they all walked out on you? I would be mad if my co workers walked out on me.
Hello (again) Mayo, SS, Amy, 9:14 and other anons and lurkers!
Hello also to Andrea (sorry I missed you earlier A)!
Are we revolting tonight? Must be all that green beer. Not to mention that green vodka and cake!
*passes out the green tums*
Hugs and Love,
~Namaste~
6/Wendy
Who wants to see an amazing video? Who knew dolphins could manufacture (and take such great care of) their own toys??!!
Absolutely amazing!!!!
Go dolphins!
Yeah, I remember when K posted that. It's cool.
May love and laughter light your days,
and warm your heart and home.
May good and faithful friends be yours,
wherever you may roam.
May peace and plenty bless your world
with joy that long endures.
May all life's passing seasons
bring the best to you and yours!
Beannacht Lá Fhéile Pádraig xxx
I would say that's more than cool anon. I would say that's brilliant!
I think dolphins are almost as brilliant, courageous and magnificent as wolves. Almost!
Two of the things I have always put on my "Five things I would like to do before I die list" are:
1. Run with wolves.
2. Swim with dophins.
But, then I remembered I have had a swim with a dolphin! And, quite a surprise it was.
It was off the coast of Grande Isle. I must have been about 12 years old.
I was having fun swimming underwater with my eyes wide open when I turn and there are these two big eyes looking right into mine!
Scared the crap out of me! I swim as fast as I can back to the surface and see the fin swimming away. I'm thinking "Oh my God, SHARK!!"
I get to the beach and my dad and brother are standing there cracking up at me. I was all offended that they almost let me get eaten by a shark and had the nerve to be laughing about it!
Well, when they finally managed to stop laughing at what could have been a record breaking swim record, they told me to look back at the Gulf. Sure enough. Three porpoises where out there having the time of their lives after nearly scaring me to death!
So, my number 2 is now: To swim with dolphins ~ again (and to realize it is a dolphin I'm swimming with)!
*big smile*
May those who love us, love us
And those who don't love us,
May God turn their hearts
And if he can't turn their hearts,
May he make anvils fall from the sky,
to land on their heads with hilarious pranging sounds.
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May the road rise to meet you,
just like it always does,
when you get so drunk,
you pass out in the street.
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May the leprechauns be near you,
To spread luck along your way.
And may all of the medications
Take the awful hallucinations of tiny screeching people away.
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Ireland It's the one place on earth
That Heaven has kissed
With melody, mirth
And meadow and mist
And decades of religious-based warfare
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These things, I warmly wish for you-
Someone to love,
A bit o' sun
A bit o' cheer
A book of gift certificates to Hardee's
And a guardian angel
Always near.
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On this day St. Patrick,
Surrounded by friends and more
Take that guy wearing a "Kiss Me, I'm Irish" pin
And throw him the hell out the door.
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Down at the pub,
Reveling all night
Pray they don't run dry of Guinness
And substitute Amstel Light
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May all your sorrows be like a Shamrock Shake,
available for a limited time only.
Also, may they be a minty green in color,
putrid to the taste, and contain sodium benzoate as a preservative.
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Bless Bono's round, shiny glasses,
for they are round, and they are shiny,
and he is Irish.
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May your schizophrenia always be blamed on colorful drunkenness.
Thank you for the blessing 10:54! I hope you had a happy St. Patrick's Day!
Hey wendy and anons
And, thank you for the cute and colorful blessing, 10:04!!! We can never have too many blessings!
I would take to take this opportunity to make an Irish toast/blessing (or two):
*raises her mug of non alcoholic green beer*
"May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow,
And may trouble avoid you wherever you go..."
*raises her shot of green vodka*
"Always remember that hindsight is the best insight to foresight."
I must be off for a while. Have a good night anons, watchers and lurkers!
*runs back in to hug Sweetcheeks*
Hi Sweetcheeks!!!! I hope I didn't pinch you too hard, earlier!
;)
I'll be back later. Hopefully, I'll catch you (again) then!
*blows kisses*
Ireland It's the one place on earth
That Heaven has kissed
With melody, mirth
And meadow and mist
And decades of religious-based warfare
*heh* i liked that one.
after enduring years of enforced "wearing o' the green", irish jokes, snoopy st. patrick's day cards and all assorted accessories of this particular day due to being married to a patrick of irish heritage, in addition to the fact that the historical st. patrick was a prick who "converted" the pagans of ireland through violence as often as any other means, i just have to say that i am not a fan of this holiday.
not even close.
and i can get drunk any day of the year i like.
anyway, hello any and all. :)
Anonymous said...
in the end toujours, that's only what you can be.
not someone else's version.
actually, i was thinking about reincarnation when i wrote that, but i like your perspective on it, as well! thank you for your response, 2:15. i truly appreciate it.
and i apprceiate your response as well, anima! it was good to see you here. you're missed, don't ever forget it. ♥
hulloooooo!
hello, ergo! and how was your day?
pretty good thanks, though at one point I got soaked in the rain, but now I'm home, warm and had a lovely cup of coffee
how about you?
Ergo, Sweetie,
I just read your twittering, and I emailed it to you!
Toujour, please refrain from the kind of public bashing of an ethnicity or a religion that you have just engaged in. I have not yet seen an example of similar vitriol directed against your personal belief system or ethnicity by anyone here. It is certainly a shame that you allowed another person to force you to engage in the observance of a holiday you abhor. That fact, however, says more about you than it does about the man this holiday remembers. Saint Patrick was a sixteen-year-old boy who was dragged from his home in Wales by the Roman Army and enslaved. Patrick freed himself and grew up to be something you hold in contempt. He probably wouldn't be your biggest fan, either. Be careful of your harsh judgement of St. Patrick and his adopted countrymen; when your time comes, your gods might be feeling playful and decide to reincarnate you as an Irish Christian.
ah PH you're here!
I got it and I am having a look, will send it back asap
you don't mind suggestions?
Not at all Ergo!
Take a whack at it!
=)
I figure if I have to (maybe) read it at the funeral, I'll need the feedback!
rain and coffee -- sounds lovely, ergo. :)
my day was pretty normal.
thanks for the info, anon.
hello paperheart. :)
Hey Toujours =)
How are you today?
hey guys.
Hey Ph, how are you doing?
could I ask when the service is PH?
not too bad, paperheart. it's good to see you here again. :)
hi bc. :)
Hey BC. I'm good thanks. =]
TJ, it's great to be around;
with my friends <3
Ergo; it's this Thursday.
hello BC
Could it be?
YES! Victory is minee!
Yes, getting top page still makes me giggle. =D
congratulations, paperheart!
and now i need to get off the computer and get to bed. good night paperheart, ergo, and bc, good night lurkers and anons. sweet dreams all. :)
me!
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