tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post2779287558928689128..comments2023-10-05T02:19:53.549-07:00Comments on things I know about: This is Me, Uncovered...Darrelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03558807311429084576noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-49403713013850556842010-12-23T08:39:23.124-08:002010-12-23T08:39:23.124-08:00Dearest Susan... your words ring in truth in the f...Dearest Susan... your words ring in truth in the fact that IF I could convince this mind that what i give to others is equaaly good for me, perhaps I would not suffer as I do. But then, few understand and fewer believe there is truly any suffering other thsn that which is self inflicted. how sad is that? No one would WANT this or the things that come with it. Believe Me! Thank you for always reading and responding in such openess. Always, DDarrelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558807311429084576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-7963403474750555012010-12-22T23:59:44.297-08:002010-12-22T23:59:44.297-08:00The point as I see it is knowing that seeing to yo...The point as I see it is knowing that seeing to yourself is one thing, but getting the bi-polar mind to accept that as true is quite another. If it were that easy, (taking advice) the one suffering would be cured. There is much more to this than one can understand. Hang in there dear friend. You have much to celebrate.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13178737973585191754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-450224779013209662010-12-22T04:07:19.725-08:002010-12-22T04:07:19.725-08:00Joshua, it does make sense and the truth is, we kn...Joshua, it does make sense and the truth is, we know it to be true but... Ahhh, there is that "but". Knowing it and living it are so often worlds apart. It IS true that if we do not look after our ownselves than who will do what we do when we are gone. If i stretched the knowledge and wisdom God has instilled in me for longer than a moment for myself, then there would be a balance of giving and receiving. That is a huge IF.<br /><br /> We do what we do because it is our heart and in giving of ourselves, the blessings inside are gihugic. but for now, I will reach out to those that are in need believing in what I often say. "if we first make the descision to help, God will make the provisions we need to do so." <br /> Anytime I have choosen to help someone in need, suddenly there was overtime to cover it or an abundance of food from the garden or what ever was needed to help that family out. We always have and still do plant a garden bigger than we need so there is always extra to share with family or those in need. The unwed others group is a great place to take fresh grown veggies to as the organization then gives the veggies and fruits to needy mothers that are struggling to raise a baby alone.<br /> Giving and care-giving is what I know best and I thank my mom and dad for raising me in the way that they did. I watched them give and open our home and table to many in need. What a precious gift to pass on to your children.Darrelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558807311429084576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-66365895556448873062010-12-20T20:12:47.159-08:002010-12-20T20:12:47.159-08:00Sorry that it took me so long to post, Uncle D. I&...Sorry that it took me so long to post, Uncle D. I'm glad that you have an outlet for your thoughts...I use a journal to write my thoughts and emotions out and I know that it can be very helpful and therapeutic. I'm sorry too if you feel that you're shunned by people in our family. You're right that some people feel very alone in dealing with disorders such as bipolar. And I hope that these conversations can help me understand what you're going through a little more and maybe you can get a glimpse into my life too. <br /><br />Going back to our conversation about spending time with others:<br /><br />"Feeling undeserved of the very love and inspiration we strive to have others believe they DO deserve is a way of life for those like me. A thought process that echos over and over that We are not here to make our selves feel good but to reach out to those that feel alone or lost or different." <br /><br />I was reading this comment and got a little confused. If you are striving to have others believe they deserve love and inspiration, shouldn't that be evidenced in your own convictions? Why would someone feel like they deserve love if you don't deserve it? I guess my question is, what makes them better in that they deserve what you do not? <br /><br />And so I reiterate my thought that if you are taking time for yourself and therefore not spending every waking moment with another who might need your help, that's okay. <br /><br />While God calls us to put others above ourselves, Philippians 2:3-4 says, "Do nothing from rivalry or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others." So while we should think of others with humility, it does say to look to your own interests...as well as the interests of others. <br /><br />Wow...I've talked a lot. I hope this makes sense. What do you think?Joshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07265675714401859964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-49212160227155332472010-12-19T19:16:19.842-08:002010-12-19T19:16:19.842-08:00How could you ever hurt me, Wynn? You are so dear...How could you ever hurt me, Wynn? You are so dearto me and i am not doubting for a second that you have left comments. Thank you for reading and always being Just A Screen away... Always, DarrelDarrelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558807311429084576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-67138529664813580742010-12-19T13:48:42.258-08:002010-12-19T13:48:42.258-08:00Honestly Darrel, I'm commenting on this post i...Honestly Darrel, I'm commenting on this post in another dimension I think. Really I can bring both versions up after I close them down.Magdalen Islandshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12685952336207093650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-21205794773974901202010-12-19T13:44:05.482-08:002010-12-19T13:44:05.482-08:00Oh Darrel, I am so sorry... I left a comment and i...Oh Darrel, I am so sorry... I left a comment and it was here but it is gone now. I'm so if I hurt you.Magdalen Islandshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12685952336207093650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-64114548399786462662010-12-16T14:17:08.627-08:002010-12-16T14:17:08.627-08:00It is a good thing you don't mind. I am for ce...It is a good thing you don't mind. I am for certain a long winded writer. It is my passion. Sales on the novels would for sure help me feel more like the writer I sign my name as. ;) Thank you for always reading and always being near. You are dear to me... Always, DarrelDarrelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03558807311429084576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7305224601484749105.post-40794351827340562172010-12-15T19:00:05.554-08:002010-12-15T19:00:05.554-08:00I love your long responses, it show you put a lot ...I love your long responses, it show you put a lot of thought into them. Smiles back at you sweetie.KBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02621937316200868307noreply@blogger.com