Hi Ariel, nice to see you as always Thanks for the idea... I'm not really into the entire social club thing though (there are plenty around as it is) and at this moment I'm not really interested in meeting new people as I struggle to keep in touch with my friends as it is. Too little hours in the day, so it seems; or I simply work too hard Enjoy your Saturday evening!
Icons, yes it does... although being asleep can be a blessing too Credit should only be given where credit is due; cards max out easily these days I think the definition of freedom isn't as lucid as it seems to be... so cost may differ and we might end up buying a lemon. Please don't tell me to start making lemonade now Strange how 'virtual' has so much virtue in it, isn't it? Coincidental?
Icons, sorry for getting into your head, but you left a window open Got your message, but what if the blogging medicine is used to try to reach some sort of balance in the real world? We don't know, do we? On the other hand, I do believe in virtual Münchausen syndrome; seen it lots of times and in those cases it's not legal euthanasia but virtual euthanasia that might be a great option The cost for freedom might have suffered a bit due to economical recession
I think we've all been hypochondriacs till a certain extend, fed by fear of one thing or another. It's only human to want attention or sympathy... trick is to not lose touch with reality and keeping a balance. Guess blogging is used as medicine for some... and for some reason the line "physician heal thyself" springs to mind at times
Icons Very nice blog, food for thought! What makes me function... trust indeed, sometimes solitude, hope, optimism but most important and definitely my biggest drive in life: Passion. In the early morning a nice, double espresso helps too
Hi manvaneraf (nice handle), I think pouting is cute when you're a 4 year old girl, trying to get that dollie you want so much. After that age, it's simply ridiculous... but some men apparently fall for it Now, maybe in combination with the school girl uniform... naah, still ridiculous
Lindz, ofcourse I see what you mean and I would choose Schiedam as well I'm around... on and off, lingering a bit here and there and sometimes sharing a view Welcome back, btw
What makes me happy is... me. Me being content with the simplicity in my life and being able to be myself. What also makes me happy are books (lots of them), music, the sticky fingered hugs from my nieces and nephew and their laughter when I go visit them. Only to name a few
Hi Morg You're right, these lists of demands about looks, age or height are shallow, yet we all have our preferences. Online, different rules apply apparently. People are not able to feel if there is any chemistry and since they don't exactly know where this chemistry comes from, they sift, so only 'high potential' on the desire list stays and they don't waste time... this is our rational side speaking. When it comes to feelings and chemistry, it's only determined in real life if they're there or not. Luckily falling in love isn't ruled by the head, but is ruled by the heart and the heart doesn't care that much about height
Don't know about the Irish women; did you try ask in the Irish forums?
Rarediamond I believe people can connect with each other over the internet; I don't believe in love developping online... ofcourse emotions are involved, but most of the time, people think they are in love, with the image they created of the other person. And wanting it badly helps create this love bubble.
Since you will only fully know someone and know if there is actual chemistry upon meeting, I don't think you could talk about love. Affection, care, feeling some sort of bond, yes; something more, no. However, it's a good starting point, talking online and telling someone you like him, is never bad
Saskia, thanks I always enjoy reading your posts too.
Am I the only one here not minding getting older? In fact my life has been getting better and better after turning 30 and I truly feel the best is yet to come.
Despite being alone, and sometimes feeling lonely, I do enjoy this phase in my life; I feel a lot calmer, wiser and am in total touch with myself... and still learning every day.
Empathy is placing yourself in someone elses shoes... all very well, but there is a thin line between encouring someone to wallow in self pity and showing compassion. Enjoy every day as it comes, show interest in the world and people around you and try to change the things in your life you're not happy with.
Enough inspirational mumbo jumbo for one day... better get back to work
“Self-absorption in all its forms kills empathy, let alone compassion. When we focus on ourselves, our world contracts as our problems and preoccupations loom large. But when we focus on others, our world expands. Our own problems drift to the periphery of the mind and so seem smaller, and we increase our capacity for connection - or compassionate action.” - Daniel Goleman
In the end, you're the only one who can fill this emptiness by embracing it and letting go.
Carl, it takes courage and it takes strenght to be positive and to stay positive, but in the end it is way more rewarding. A positive mindset changes your life and indeed it sometimes takes getting rid of ballast weighing you down. Best of luck to the both of you
Nope, but I hardly ever say thank you as well. It has nothing to do with trust, just with interest. I only talk to people I know from the blogs or forums; my choice.
David, if your friend broke the friendship without a reason (or fail to mention the reason to you), you should start wondering if he was a true friend to begin with.
Nowadays people call someone a friend way too soon. Friendship, like love, has to grow and be nurtured; it's not simply just there or not.
Pick your friends wisely and just take it as a lesson in life. Without hurt, we could not appreciate happiness.
Primavera... o yes, sunshine all over and I feel happy with it
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I always enjoy reading your posts too.
RE: Brussels quirks
Thanks Icons and a great big hello to you too