So did @quixotic_life 😀.
We all need mirrors.
We assume the worst in others when we don't know or can't.
That is life.
We take ourselves so seriously we deny ourselves the ability to see
We allow our egos to be so triggered by our perceptions
We make conflict where there is none We see others as mere extensions of our egos
I am just a mere mortal looking within my self and living in peace and contentment with my own truth always
I am not here to trigger anyone or start fires to stoke my muse
I am merely here for a brief moment to view, learn, appreciate Then I leave for a longer while to refresh and live in my own truth outside of any social media.
I hold no grudge I only have gratitude and much respect for this digital medium.
I don't dislike what and who I don't know.
I only admire and acknowledge the ideas and thoughts I am given
For me the person doesn't matter rather the sentiments and opinions expressed on media as this.
That's all!
Again much respect 🙏
Intra perspection is an
invaluable window for self
actualization and growth.
It's something I've done
unashamedly for the past
year
openly
with intention and purpose
that is often misunderstood
I've self introspected before
during and after each
conversation, cuddle
It's about processing and
learning and being
grateful for each experience
no matter what happens
And each time I
post in this forum
I'm introspecting unless
I'm tagging someone
with a response.
Interpret and judge what one will from that
Much respect to all who use this space
May you all be enriched however you need to in whatever way you choose.
And last but not least
This is a great thread for those who just wish to succinctly say precisely what ever the wish is to be said respectfully with thought and humor.
Enough said.
An olive branch extended
Through clarity of intent
Putting it in water
There's plenty of room
Let's welcome what's challenging
We can exercise tolerance
Perhaps I can chill
Take my own advice
I wasn't like me
I got publicly triggered
I rudely went off
I really regret that
Can you forgive me?
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How about starting over?
Let's assume good intentions
Clarify through personal messages
Better utilizing the forum
Having positive community impact
Being the change we
wish to see in
the world around us.
Will you join me?
I'm committing to this
Keeping myself in check
Taking extra think time
Not posting when heated
Remembering to breathe out
I'll do my best
Fostering a better self
Someone I'm proud of
Who I'd also befriend
This is directed but
I'm not tagging because
I said I wouldn't
I've stepped in it
More than once and
Really don't want to
All over again ~ Peace
And take care ~ Q🕊
@geoff1000 ~ I really did!!!
(wow these are all so good! XD I couldn't come up with a story, so here are some one-liners~)
That is what life is about. Learning by self checking and check-ins every now and then
acknowledging our differences as unique pieces of our humanity not as inherent flaws to feel threatened and triggered by
Where there is a desire for open communication and a willingness to engage and embrace another there will be room to clarify and forgive.
Hence no need for olive branches Lol.
We are already the change we want here
The desire to self reflect and acknowledge the good intentions of others we don't know
The courage to call our ego back when it goes off course
Even when we are heated and the humility to accept we can be wrong or just misguided.
That is what is different now from 2019
I am happy to admit when I need clarity or ownership of a choice
I am happy to concede bad judgement
Because I am eternally grateful for every experience to learn and grow into a more humble and relatable person.
Hence every moment for me is a lesson including this one.
Again thank you for this moment.
We are already the change needed to foster and support inclusion and acceptance real, humane and authentic.
That's community!🙏 Respect!
@EarthlyAngel003 ~ Those are perfect!!!
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I'll add some too...
Hot day, chilled room
Want to come over
You being here matters
I can breathe again
What would you like
May I hold you
Your spirit is delightful
I'm feeling more creative
Want to make stuff
Do you like puppets
Watching Being John Malkovitch
Weirder than I remembered
Act not in haste, else repent at leisure.
Social media allows an instant response ; physical mail didn't act until the next postal collection, giving people time to reflect before responding.
A Third World War movie includes in its plot, that the nuclear missile submarines normally sailed very deep, and only rose to communication depth every few hours. This forced a natural delay in any conflict, allowing the President time to consider if he really wanted to launch them. Ground-based missiles by contrast were designed to launch, before the detected enemy missiles landed and destroyed them, forcing an immediate response.
Someone had the idea of a cellphone with an alcohol detector, which would prevent the user calling certain numbers ( such as their ex ) while they are drunk. Maybe a heart-rate monitor could be used, to warn us about sending text messages while we are angry.
@geoff1000 I'm low tech
My monitor wasn't updating
It has been repaired
Now all's working well
If I'm thinking, "harumph!"
I know to stop
Wait to be calm
And then I'll respond
This is so fun! What a FABULOUS idea!!!
@quixotic_life (Can I abbreviate, QUIX?)
You need a hug??
I see you clearly.
Let me cuddle YOU!!!
I can NOT wait!
I love these above......
--------------You being here matters.-----------
--------------Your spirit is delightful!!--------------
--------------I brought you SNACKS!!!!!-------------
So fabulous.
@sillysassy - You are so silly.
“I’ll make your cuddle” “Today is the day” “We can do this” “Leave it to me”
@quixotic_life Thank you! XD Yours too!
Woah I actually just realized there was an actual exchange happening within some of the poems XD Well done @geoff1000 , @quixotic_life wow ~
@EarthlyAngel003 ~ 💓 🤗 💝 Love and hugs sweetheart!
@sillysassy ~ You are adorable!
@bebamel ~ You've got this!
Glad you're all here
(including those not tagged)
Kinship is cherished deeply
My indulgences include reading
Loving the ongoing contributions
hope people keep posting...
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I'm craving Thai food
Yellow curry with tofu
My favorite place closed
I need cooking lessons
My stomach just rumbled
Time to go forage...
@quixotic_life Suggestions for a snack : A handful of cookies. Scrambled egg on toast. Slice of yesterday's pizza. A bowl of cereals. Ice-cream from the tub. An almost over-ripe banana. Some baby / plum tomatoes.
Being peckish is contagious 😊
I really love cuddling. Just landed in Atlanta. I am so excited. I'm ready for fun! Come snuggle with me! 🥰🥰
YOU'LL cook for ME!?
OP, this is a lovely thread. Thanks
Can you come round ?
I'll be right over.
I made you dinner. ( / Uber-eats driver just arrived 😀 )
Those leftovers won't keep.
If you insist ( chomp ).
Can you stay tonight ?
I'm on holiday tomorrow.
Wake me for lunch.
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Same again next weekend ?
It'll be overcast today.
The child was silenced.
Their party abruptly ended.
The carbuncle ate itself.
The mountains are calling so I must soon GO The mountains recharge me yes, I'm a Hillbilly
@UltimateChungus: Ha! Great choices. That first one, especially, is perfect for me. I'm also partial to "Your coworker's here tonight," "Diablo, pizza, and cuddles," "Any book you want," and "One hundred percent cocoa."
Damn the Fricken Distance
Wish you were closer Holding my shaking frame
Yes, there are others I've only met one
Sat by the river Talked a couple hours
He has grounding energy I'm seeing him again
Another's awaiting an assignment We've texted and talked
He's compassionate and kind I feel he understands
There're a couple more It's still early on
Only a few messages So far so good
Patience is a virtue I'm trying to be
There you are again Creeping in without warning
I want you here Snuggled up to me
Your body warming mine Surrounding me with affection
Damn the fricken distance!
"It's definitely not infectious."
"It hardly affects anyone." "Two months, it's gone." "We're doing just fine." "No one has died."
Hey, OP just said it had to be a happy story, not that it had to be true.
SeaWorld has been destroyed.
Deer season has ended. There were 647 fatalities; Mortuaries have been struggling.
"Some delicious dolphin? Thanks!"