So, two rednecks express their hatred of Afro-Americans to each other and no one else is around to hear, are they any less discriminating? Think about it…I believe it’s time for all discriminatory rhetoric to stop. Just because two people agree that something is ok does not make it so, witnesses to it or not.
Top of the morning to you— ran into a guy I’ve met before, last night in my pub. I always sensed he was Irish, found out actually he’s from Belfast. He would get to Londonderry often, but reminded me it is colloquially called, simply “Derry”, hence the song, “Down, Derry Derry Down”… I told him about my “ cyber-friend” and he said,tell him for me, “ tu soiré meiathe” (but said it’s the only Gaelic he knows…
Over the years I’ve had comments about these kinds of threads, but one rankling question remains: why not, if a “caller” becomes annoying, just block? Seems easy-peasy to me….
Really glad you opened this thread. I’m very determined to have a wonderful, beautiful Christmas and a great, productive and pleasant 2022. Last night I had the nicest dream in a long time— folks were agreeable, getting along, all that jazz. Lately I have found myself gravitating toward apathy, melancholy, which I do NOT like, or want for myself. So, in spite of all the current problems and worries of the world, I am starting each day with sincere thanks and a prayer for optimism and a desire to embrace life with enthusiasm. This plaque is near my front door:
I got up early one morning, and rushed right into the day I had so much to accomplish, that I didn’t have time to pray
Problems just tumbled about me, and heavier came each task Why doesn’t God help me?, I wondered— He answered, “You didn’t ask”
I wanted to see joy and beauty, but the day toiled on gray and bleak I wondered why God didn’t show me He answered, “But you didn’t seek”
I tried to come into God’s presence, I used all my keys at the lock God gently and lovingly chided, “My child, you didn’t knock”
I woke up early this morning, and paused before entering the day: I had so much to accomplish That I had to take time to pray
Thanks a trillion— very good advice and well-stated. It really is important to me to be a better person. I get tired of being misjudged or if someone is mean, and I can’t see that I’ve done anything wrong…then (sometimes) I get defensive, and unkind back, but then, generally, wish I hadn’t. But, not ALWAYS…
Oh stop it. You frequently tell people not to post! Honestly! I had started to re-think telling you a thing or two, but I’m solid with my statements. You are coming across as damaged or something! Have you had a medical check-up lately?
Its definitely a carnival around here at times…I have to say what a breath of fresh air you are right now…I’m having conflicting thoughts about what’s really fair when trying to get a point across to some folks. It’s like trying to use a waterbed mattress on a bed of nails…
You did write all those posts. Or is someone ghosting you? But ok, you’re off my mind. Good luck and take good care of that troublesome streak. I mean, you DID write those posts….Hmmmmm….you’re peculiar…
I’m afraid you’re right, and I admit I have ownership in letting my annoyance turn to anger and sometimes, defensive rhetoric. I just did it. But I’m willing to try harder, be a better person. Even a minute after being ticked off…Thanks for holiday wishes. Yeah, two wrongs never made a right.
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Socially, obligationarily, athletically, and of leadership, the Western male has substantially weakened and deteriorated.
I appreciate your nice reply. Yeah, “the good old days…” But if you really want to talk, I’m up with that… you can scoot to my profile, choose “E-Mail him” and presto— a pen pal! I could try first, e-mail you…watch your mail.
So right…and I’m guilty of doing this. Like, almost having a conversation with someone in the post…awhile back I responded to a member who was posting in a specific thread. I was saying, “ Oh hi! Long time no hear! Is your mother-in-law back from Idaho? How’d that go? That doctor who won’t fill your RX is a real pos! Find another! How’s the mama cat? We’re you able to find forever homes for the kittens.” Finally, I e-mailed. I do see this from time to time.
I think about this from time to time…and, my “story” is long, as are most. So, what has made me strong is a strong sense, desire, if you will, of just plain raw survival. And, later in life, it wasn’t just about childhood issues, or college, or career issues…it prominently became about medical survival, which trumps all. The other day a friend was asking me if I was upset or sad about some people that I had loved dearly who have “dropped” me…yup..I was dumped by people who I thought were loving friends. (It happens to everyone) No, I am not sad or upset. Tiny, tiny potatoes , comparatively.
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No, I don’t care. I’m getting to know you….