Liven up this place, whydontcha?

[greatbear]

It's been rather obvious that my journal has been a rather dark and morbid place lately. Well, I tend not to gloss over things, I tell it like it is. I have noticed some similar occurances in other folks' journals as well. It's almost as though it's become a season of misfortunes that sometimes affect people at the same time. Of course, there are plenty of folk who's fun and good times are bright spots for those who are having some rough times. It's all about balance, and the appreciation of it.

I've had possibly more than my fair share of hard luck in recent months, but I am still here, I am still blogging (hell I can deny that I am, but I'd only be kidding myself). I'm still moving on with life, with it's little bright spots here and there that make things worthwhile. So, with that in mind, I am going to become more 'myself' and let everyone (including myself) in on my sense of humor which even in some very bad times has helped me as well as others get through it.

I want to also thank everyone who has left me encouraging notes and commentary, and sent emails and called me during all the bad times. Y'all dont know how much it has helped. I should also remind you that I have been sitting here smiling along with everyone's good times, and nodding along with the bad. Seeing the world (of my friends) through my window (of my LJ) has become a part of my daily routine, and it's enriched my life considerably.

So, barring any complications, look forward to some upbeat stuf here. If there is bad, I wont mince words. You deserve to hear it like it is, and more importantly, I need to be true to myself.

Comments

[baeritone.livejournal.com]

We love you, Phil. And we miss ya. Do your entries as you like, and as often or rarely as you like. We'll still be here. *hug*

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

I gotta say, even though we are all individuals, sometimes we are like one of those flocks of black birds that seems to go on forever, moving together as if they are a giant flying worm.

There is something in the air...

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

I plan to. lol

*HUGZ*

The turnings of the seasons

[arkanjil.livejournal.com]

really get to folks more than they realize; I remember how all the gushy/mushy stuff cropped up as Spring arrived this year. the impending election i think is also raising jitters, but this too shall pass. Grace and good faith, sir- you do fine in your journalling in doing it any damned way you please....

[baeritone.livejournal.com]

LOL...didn't mean to sound as though I were telling you what to do. Just wanted you to know we'd be here either way. ;)

[bratcub.livejournal.com]

I think we all do that... Lord knows life is not easy sometimes, but getting out your thought here and knowing that people care can be just the thing to get you through the tough spots! I know it has worked for me.

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

Yer not telling me what to do, I am telling you what I am gonna do. :P

And I am glad yer gonna be around. :D

Convergences...

[leatherotter.livejournal.com]

*hugs* I think I'm the category of 'rough times' with you... :/
So here's to the damned-good-days that had better be right around the fucking corner!
*heh*

*OtterHugz™*

[quirkstreet.livejournal.com]

I've noticed things have been really tough for you, and I wish I could have offered a little more, but I seem to be among those who's hit some of my own rough patches lately. I think we'll all get through it. I'm glad the upbeat things from other people have been helping keep us both afloat!

[champdaddy.livejournal.com]

I've noticed there is often a cycle of collective thought on LJ, where many will be feeling similarly high or low (with a few exceptions).

Like you, I have almost a television mentality as I read everyone's journals... like they're my favorite reality show. In the back of my mind, I realize I'm a participant in that show as well. The camera mounted in my shower doesn't help either... (it'll never make it past the censors, I tell ya).

High or low, good or bad, thanks for letting us have a look into your life.

[chastmastr.livejournal.com]

*hugs!*

[bearlover.livejournal.com]

I'm glad that we can provide some of those bright spots to you as you have actually provided some brightness to some of us that have needed it too.

BTW, I love that piece you are listening too. Doesn't that "Innocence and Undying Love Will Reign" part just totally do it for you? It does it for me everytime!

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

Yep, and the ironic part was that it was playing on it's own from Delicious Agony during the writing of my entry. Theme music that was not my doing, but so appropriate.

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

Back atcha, big guy ;)

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

Funny you should say it, but I see LJ as a kind of interactive reality show at times. Extremely meaningful unlike that manufactured nonsense on television.

As for that camera, sounds like I need to get a job on the censor panel and decide for myself (and take lots of screen grabs).

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

Au contraire, but by proxy you have been helping. Peering in on someone's offered look on their world helps put things in perspective on my end. I'm not the only one going through rough times, and I am not the only one having fun. There are offsets, and there are parallels.

Re: Convergences...

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

Hear, hear!

*spinecracklingbearhugz*

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

Sometimes others have their own insight, other times they can help just by showing they read the posting and offer a hug or some kind words.

Sometimes it's the comfort in knowing there are others out there.

Re: The turnings of the seasons

[greatbearmd.livejournal.com]

Thank ya big guy. Seasons and collective uncertainty play a big part in these latest rounds of similar postings, but it almost makes me feel like a part of a larger collective, and at times, that is comforting. It also adds to the mystery of life in general.

[musicmanchicago.livejournal.com]

here is to brighter days.....