I like that...annie....and I agree. Without love...life would be pretty bleak. I'm finding out that I can live on the love of my family...I don't have to have the "romantic" type. (I thought I had to have a man to "complete me") I'm comfortable in my own skin now...and I like it. I just don't have enough money...oh well...such is life...lol
Thanks for the post...enjoyed it !!
Thank you sweetie.......love doesn't have to be romantic......love comes in all forms......
Annie, you're so right. I'm on Year 3 in here, and eons has become a part of my daily life. If that strikes you as sad....oh well. I've made online friends that have become "real life" friends, and I have plans to meet even more of our members in the next few months (details will be shared AFTER the events). Looking a few years down the road to retirement, I have more SKITS to look forward to and people to meet.
Like you, I've seen my share and then some of dashed hopes, and friendships online. I've lost a few people I thought were friends for what seems to me trivial reasons. Yet I didn't lose any sleep over it, because if there's one thing I know.....I can't control YOUR actions, only my reactions.
Plus, I also believe that "he who angers you, owns you" so I'm careful who I allow to bother me.
And one last thing......I think we all (as singles) need to find a balance of being self-sufficient and even complete on our own, yet brave enough to be AVAILABLE to the possibility of sharing our hearts and lives. Love is nothing if not hope personified, and the world needs more hope.
I have been on Eon's for eleven months now, and in that time I have made several friends. A few I have had the pleasure of meeting in person, and the others I hope to meet someday.
I think most people want that special someone in their lives, but I can also understand wanting to be strong enough and secure enough in one's self to be okay and happy for the most part with their lives until that someone is part of it.
I also think Eon's is a wonderful place for so many of us to be able to know, no matter what is going on in our lives, there will be someone who is going through the same thing or has already been there, so they can relate. Knowing there is always someone to listen can go a long way..
Been on Eons for three years now, but only been active for about two months, ever since my wife died. Before that I was not always content with the marriage. There were times in the last few years where I almost left. Not all of the problems were hers, I'm sure I contributed my share. But, I still loved her and was never willing to give her up. When she died I was at a loss. After almost 37 years, I didn't know how to act on my own. While I don't have a problem being alone at time, I never wanted to be totally alone. I joined the singles groups so that I could get ideas about how to establish a relationship again. I met several very nice people in the groups and at least one person in person. All of whom I really like. I have gotten a lot more comfortable with myself and somewhat less critical of my actions in my marriage over the last 5 or 6 years (though I still think I could have and should have influenced her to take better care of herself.) Having said that, I still believe in a solid relationship and hope to find one someday. In the meantime, I so enjoy the chatter on the groups, especially this one. There have been so many topics discussed that I could relate to. Keep up the wonderful topics
I agree with Annie. Love dose not have to be romantic.. Love comes in many forms. We just need to recognize the difference.
Guess I read more posts than I respond to.........but then I'm usually not a verbal person..........but, I am content with my life........lately I feel like I have become a "professional" volunteer.....today I was a bell ringer for the afternoon.......last nite I graduated from the Citizens Sheriffs Acadamy.....who knows what I'll be doing next.
The only thing I miss is the cold snowy winters that turned into a bright colorful spring !
posted by nubee
over 2 years ago
I've accepted the fact my husband is gone....to a better place than I. At first I was very angry but that changed to all the phases grief shoves you through. I've learned to condition my life around service to others. I always was a positive person...even through the grief period, but sneaky negitivistic thoughts intermingled. I always managed to turn it around to positive & my life is full & happy. It all depends on your attutude. Lotuslouse.
I have only been here for a short time. What, about 45 days or so. I have met interesting and genuinely "interested" people. I have made a couple of freinds. I have even got the stir stick out on a blog. I am beginning to recognize the names of people in my groups and really enjoying myself.
Almost the first thing I do when I come home from work is turn on the computer and see if anyone sent me a pm, check and see what has happened during the day and if there is something to talk about. I have really enjoyed the company here and that is an important thing.
Eons members have given me something to look forward to everyday.
Yes Annie, as you well know there are many forms of love. Personally I am really glad that I found this haven for my sanity.
Bill
Have been here since 2003 and I could not say it better than you have Annieoak.
Kudos for your message!!
