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I thought I'd start a discussion where we can check in with members and use this space to keep in contact. It's a space to be able to say how you really feel and it's a space for the good, the bad and the ugly moments in our lives.
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Hi @Jacques....
I was just about to try to get some sleep when I checked my mail... Please don't feel guilty - I'm not upset at YOU at all - I know it can be very difficult to communicate only with words & no body language cues - I'm sorry I am a very sensitive person & that is probably why I struggle with friendships in real life... I'm just lucky to have my partner... Please it is OKAY @Jacques
& @Former-Member you didn't offend/hurt (or other) me either - I honestly just thought some people must get paranoid about going to the dentist - I know I get paranoid about some strange things at times & I have had some weird/out there delusions, so I just took your comment seriously....& when you said it was a joke I was just like - oh trust me, not to get that!
I just wanted to say I'm not upset with anyone here - I wasn't at Friday Feast as I'm still recovering from surgery, but it isn't as bad this time thankfully (& either was the surgery)
@Jacques - I hope you recover from the flu soon - I know the muscle would ache a lot with it...
Ahimsa - Namaste,
Anna
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Hi @Appleblossom,
Just checking in with you too. How are things in your world?
My therapist came over during the week to talk to the kids and everyone was here ✅. It went well and a few small changes have happened. They were receptive and I hope they take it in. Will let you know how it goes.
i really hope you are going ok. Sending hugs💜🤗
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I'm so glad this surgery went better @Former-Member. I can imagine you still have much discomfort and pain though. I completely missed a joke from @Kurra last night and she had to spell it out for me. It happens to us all @Former-Member. I hope you recover from your surgery soon and that the week is kind to you. It was lovely of you to respond too. Sending hugs 💜🤗💐
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JacquesSenior Contributor
you are so sweet @Former-Member, Thank you so much.
Sometimes i know my thoughts are silly, but they are so strong that i believe them. i know i meant no harm but i don't like hurting other peoples feelings. i know @Former-Member has forgiven me and i am thankful for that, she is a wonderful friend and i have known her a long time.
i am not feeling well, i hope you don't mind me keeping this short. just not up to typing today.
thank you for the well wishes, it warms my heart to know people care.
hugs
Jacques
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JacquesSenior Contributor
hi @Former-Member,
Please never be sorry you are sensitive, it is a charictaristic sadly lacking in this world, thank you for making me feel better, you are a wonderful friend and i am glad we are ok, it is difficult without body language, i am so glad you are so understanding.
you are a great friend and always will be to me Anna, i am proud to call you my friend.
I love the photos of your cats. they are so cute.
take care my friend, hugs
Jacques
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That's no good @Former-Member😢. Was it from our discussion last night? Did it make you worry more?
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