druidess6308 Forum Posts (13,695)

RE: Offers of marriage from the Middle East?

Good idea! I like that one... (Seriously, I wouldn't try it. They'll think you're very weird.)

I know what you mean. I get them from many different places, but I think they all trace back to Nigeria.

RE: Siblings

I have two sisters, and I am the oldest by 7 and 10 years...so, a big age difference. None of us are close. My middle sister and I used to be close, but she is a drama queen and so self-centered that it's unbelievable. The eve of my husband's memorial service she did and said things that I can never completely forgive. I find that I don't miss the closeness though, since really all it meant was drama-filled calls about her life...even if they were supposed to be about serious things in my life, like when my husband's cancer was diagnosed. She called me then to say, "OMG, how are you dealing with that, you guys just got married, you must feel so horrible," and before I could respond it was on to the drama of some guy in her life. Oh well.

The baby was born with a stick up her butt, I swear. She never forgives anything, even if it's so minor that angst over it shouldn't have lasted a day. So be it. We tolerate each other at family reunions and my visits to NH to see my parents.

I have friends who are close enough to be "adopted" brothers and sisters.

RE: How should love feel?

True love is when you accept and love somebody for who they are, completely and totally, and knowing they feel the same about you. It's a mixture of many things, but it feels wonderful almost all of the time. (Yes, I'm a realist...it's not 100% of the time, or couples who love each other so completely would never have arguments.)

It's getting excited at the end of your work day because you can't wait to see them. It's walking into a crowded room and that person is the only one you can see at first, and the only one they see is you too.

And it's watching the one you love feel pain, and wishing you could take it away...that you could do or say something to take away all of their pain, fear, and anger. And it's loving them enough to let them know it's okay to go because you don't want them to suffer anymore.

RE: Love isn't What You Think

Absolutely! And very well put, GB!

RE: --- Last Words

I would tell my sons to stay true to themselves and live life to its fullest.

RE: What's your favorite...

I'm with you...it's the small things. A look, a touch, or just doing something thoughtful or sweet.

One of those moments for me was a couple of years ago when I had to go to the dentist and we thought a tooth was getting pulled that day, so my husband made me jello and soup in advance, and prepared to spend the day with me comforting me in my pain. That gave me the sweetest of feelings.

RE: Only ladies; Just vote,don't post.I'm a shy guy. :)

I voted that I'd like to just be friends...our age and distance difference make that the reality for me. But you're a sweet and handsome man...I truly hope that you find a good woman some day to love and who loves you equally in return.

RE: the am single and am happy thread

I figured out recently that I have spent 18 years of my life in 4 marriages, with only 4 months of that time not in a serious relationship or marriage. I am finally at a point where I look over at the empty chair on the other side of the side table from mine and am not disappointed that it's empty.

I don't have to ask anyone if it's ok to go out, or to have friends over...or if it's ok to buy the new refrigerator that I want. Nobody tells me when it's time to make dinner or do the dishes. I have finally come to the point that I enjoy that, and enjoy the fact that it's me who does all of the chores because of the freedom I have for the first time in way too many years. I have spent the past year resenting that freedom...now I need to spend some time enjoying it.



When I first started using the heartwings emoticon it was a nod to my husband being gone..."my heart went to heaven"...now, it is "my heart soars".

RE: God & Politics/Power

I would say it's monetary...but that's just me. I believe any "religious" significance is tied to Christianity, and Israel as the country that houses the Holy City of Jerusalem...but politically, it's most likely tied mostly to wealthy Jewish families.

No screaming...this is just my opinion, and it's not a put down of any kind toward the Jewish peoples or the country of Israel.

RE: 5 movies you like....

Flashdance

Dirty Dancing

Dances With Wolves

When Harry Met Sally

Medicine Man

RE: the am single and am happy thread

Yes, I've finally reached the point where I am single and happy...and happy to be single. And I love my self and my life at this point.

RE: how you can show your feelings to dearest one?

The taste of love is sweet...and I show my feelings in many different ways. Though with one man it might mean hitting him over the head to try to knock some sense into him!

RE: Something I have been wanting to post for a long time, so here it is

Thank you, Lady...I just learned a lot about Muslim society that I didn't know. I did know that it's another of the largest religions in the world and that true Muslim beliefs are also based on peace...the rest was news.

I always like to learn about the beliefs of others, religious and culturally, so I truly appreciated this post.

And I can understand what you said about being judged and bullied for having different beliefs. I haven't had that problem here for being Pagan, but I do in the area I live in since it's mostly Christian. Some don't care and accept me for who I am, but others like to try to convince me I'll go to hell for my beliefs. That's their belief, not mine. Pagans have been persecuted for centuries, so I tolerate the narrow-minded ones and feel blessed that we have more tolerance in this day and age than we ever have before. Don't give up...we're getting there.

RE: Something I have been wanting to post for a long time, so here it is

I have to say that I've felt welcomed since I joined in the forums a few months ago...and I appreciate that. I have also always been welcomed for my beliefs, and I'm pretty vocal about them...and they are definitely not "mainstream"...but, I've also made it clear that I respect everyone else's as well, so that may have something to do with it. Yes, I object to those who seem to feel that they are right and all others are wrong...it's their right to believe that, but there's a difference in stating your beliefs and how right you feel about them and slamming others' for theirs.

I have seen some of what you speak of, Daniel, and I agree that it would be nice if there were more tolerance in our little microcosm of the world here on CS. All should be able to feel welcome and free to share their beliefs, and shouldn't judge others for theirs. Maybe we can't change the world to make world peace happen, but we could at least have CS peace. It's a worldwide site...have respect for others.

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RE: Tut tut you should know at this stage that I view all religions as equally bunk

Now matter how long ago he did it...Carlin's material is always very accurate and still appropriate. He was a great man, and he left his mark on the world.

RE: A hand full of questions about you

That was good, PPV!

RE: A hand full of questions about you

Both still alive and married.

No...but working on incorporating more raw fruits and veggies into my diet. Have no problem eating that way sometimes, though.

I had a really bad car accident that should have killed me...the medics that were called even turned white when the saw how uninjured I was and what the car looked like when it was finally at the top of the hill...but no, no "near death" experiences.

I used to eat the stems when I could eat broccoli...now I can't eat it, so moot point.

No, I would never have plastic surgery. I don't dye my hair, either.

Sometimes I wear a t-shirt, if it's cold out...otherwise, nothing.

The most important thing a person should know about me is that I'm always honest and I'm always me.

~Dru

RE: Catch up.

Riya, dear one, I think most of us understood when we saw you post that you were popping on in between studying.

Good to see you're back now...or at least for now.

RE: Would you move to another country for love????....

I'm happy for your success in doing so, and for others who have done so as well. But no, I couldn't and wouldn't move to another country just for love. I can't move anywhere for a long time anyway, not until my children are grown and out of school...so I wouldn't even move to another city right here in my state right now.

In the future...who knows? I never say never...but I can say it doesn't ever look likely.

Congratulations to you and your husband, and blessings on your future.

RE: I am quite save to believe I am the oldest on this forum..........

And he's a smart man if what he wants is you, Jenny!

RE: I am quite save to believe I am the oldest on this forum..........

And I love your attitude, lady! I'm with you, Jenny...I'll never give up. I will live life fully until the day I die, because that's what it's all about.

For now, I'm happy with my life the way it is, and just realized that in the past 18 years, I've had 4 marriages with only 4 months that I wasn't in a serious relationship...with the exception of this past year that I spent wishing for a serious relationship. I've finally decided I'm happy with just me and standing on my own for a bit...but when the right man comes along, I won't say 'no'. I will certainly never have a negative attitude about love.

Love ya, Jenny! You're an inspiration to us all.

RE: The Cringiest Crush of all times! I'll share mine if you share yours!

Jean Claude Van Damme and Steven Seagal. And even at his current age, Sean Connery...his voice and accent, along with his rugged looks...dreamy.

RE: !! SECRET !!

Nobody should be a secret...unless you're dating someone whose married.

RE: Smiles

Awesome post.

RE: Socrates, Hercules, Leonidas, and Odysseus

My real name...no, it doesn't really fit me much. However, I have a name that I was given by the Goddess, and it fits very well.

Vivien Sorcha..."bright and full of life". To me, it is my truer name. Druidess, which I use here and on other sites, also fits very well. That one, I chose...it is my Path, one of my associations of who I am.

RE: Letitroll's 1st annual Halloween contest!!!!!

You know...we have a lot in common.

RE: Does anyone believe

RE: Does anyone believe

Very good point Mr. Russell had, Crotty P...very good point.

Still doesn't stop me from believing what I believe and feel to be true...but it's a good point.

RE: Say Something to Someone.......Halloween Style!!!

Ooooh, yeah! Elmo...don't forget Elmo! And Oscar, the Grouch...Big Bird...

I love Muppets!