Beloved,
Choosing Life!
More than 12 years ago, I had written a post in response to several of our family here who were having a tough time of it. I did not save the article / post; and it was lost, when so many of the old posts were dumped. But I remember we talked for along time about all of life being a decision, and how our decisions have a lasting affect on us. Usually bad decisions cause us more heart ache than some of the unfortunate circumstances that are called accidents. Pain is a thief and a destroyer; that is why we choose to live to the fullest extent each Day. For me some days, mybe just survival, but that was my goal and in getting up the next day; I had accomplished something.
We also talked about the decision that, we do not need to get everything done in one day; if we have given it our best, then we celebrate doing our best. We get into trouble when we make judgments by putting labels on things that are a matter of opinion. I have looked back at some of the things I have said and some of the things I have written, and it is humbling to see how my thinking has changed. My strong opinions make me who I am; but using those strong opinions where they are not needed or wanted can make me ornery. If my response to someone’s rant adds fuel to the fire, or clouds the issue, I am not being a good family member. A post about generalities hoping I will get the message does not seem to work; but when I am personally confronted with a error or a mistake then I can correct it.
If I am afraid to speak the truth about my broken heart; I become distant and forgotten….
I love this place and the people in it. Who said I have to agree with every post? I don’t agree with myself some of the time?
This really is a great family! Merry Christmas and happy new year.

This is an awesome place!

Erica,
it sure is an awesome place.
It is the people that make it so special!!

How are things with you?
thanks for posting

thanks lon

Beautifully said. Hugs to you--gentle hugs.

Sue,
Yes, not sure what I did, but you know we love ya.
Take care..

Rumble,
Ah, sometimes I need a bear hug, to break the constant tension of a muscle in contraction. You are welcome if it helps.

you simply said the right words at the right time......

and showed your love for us

glad you are here, so good to hear your words of wisdom and encouragement. i'd love to hear you give a sermon one day

and i especially liked " I don’t agree with myself some of the time?"
that sounds like me! LOL

Br'er Lon, thank you. There are many reasons why I adore you. This is just one.

Agape,

Yep Lon....what you said

I don't have to agree with every post either...and am very glad there is a backspace button sometimes.

Awsome to see you my friend!

Cheers,

Steph

Lon, there's a reason why you are a preacher. Well done.

I agree with Kat, I adore you!

Oh, I think this posty was meant for me wasn't it Lisa........errr.....

12 years ago. Gezz are you sure it was that long ago. You ain't that old to be posing here .6 score ago.

And back when I showed up there was only a handful of crazy ole gun toting Texans here like BBJ and they were too busy passin' around recipes for starch free roadkill pizza to worry about doin' any damage to anything other than a possum with an RV at high speed.

Well hoswever old you are you sure seem wise so I suspect your right.

What a sane post Bro Lon. You are a good person. Here's a (((bear hug))) to contract/decontract with 'Smile'. Luv an respect ya man.

I agree, Lon is so special. He is my inspiration, he always has a good thing to say.

I am not joking at all when I say this place has saved my sanity. Back in May I felt incredibly alone with this spondy demon, and as much as my family wanted to help... well, it takes one to know one, right? Today, thanks for asking, I am recovering from Kicking my own AS last Friday - went for a way too long walk. But, live and learn. I'm slowly learning to be more gentle with myself. I've only been at this for 6 months, so surely I'll be a professional ASKicker by this time next year! Peace.

You're always an inspiration to me Lon
Cindy

Quote: "I've only been at this for 6 months, so surely I'll be a professional ASKicker by this time next year! Peace."

Reckon y're already a professional Erica - heck gal, you got the Fitness Studio a goin...now, that IS a deal of a something

Hugs

Gerri & Makaylah

Erica - yes it is!

Sue, you are welcome.
I haave always gotten far more from this gorup than I have given. But when I do post and have a need - I am not disappinted.

Kat,
Kind words...
thanks Sis,
Agape'
Lon

Steph,
geepers, I wish old George could see you now!
We did miss you, so nice to have you back.

Lon

Jeanne,
"I am a preacher"; now everyone knows??
Nice of you to respond.
How are things in your neck of the woods?

Lisa,
All of us need love and forgiveness. When we are in pain, we need more of both. I only give what I alraady have - thank you, I always end up having more.
Christmas is coming!!

Of course we all know. We can see it in your wonderful posts. That's part of why we love you. You are special.

Steve,
My niece moved to KLlamath Falls, her first week of college she helped me find Kickas. She went to school 4 years then moved, we stayed in that town another year or more, we lived in North Platte, 4 years, we have been here 3 years. I think sir, I am right. I was the ugly step brother the site kept in the basement for 6 years.
What does matter is that we have found hope here!

Molly,
I felt the hug from across the great ocean.
I was wonderful! You mean a lot to all of us Molly!!

Donna,
Thanks but I have had to edit comments, I had Pete ream me out for being self centered. John stood me to my face and chastized me, others have made me grow up. I am a most blessed man. Thank you donna

Erica,
Peace and Love and Joy to you my friend.

Cindy,
even though I forgot you had been retired for years,...

Nice to see you again my friend.

Gerri,
Hi and hugs to you!
How is your four legged friend?

Avonlady=
thanks for the encourgment.
We all need it, I sure do at times.