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  • #811
    TigerLilly
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    That was again a FINE piece of writing.********************************** Don't part with your illusions. When they are gone, you will still exist, but you have ceased to live. Samuel Clemens
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    what they all said
    Folks above put it better than I could, bless 'em, but many good vibes and hopes for better times in the new year to you. We will get by!
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    We are with you. Take care of yourself. Find joy in your life with your son, remember how important you are to each other. I wish you much peace to your spirit. I really just want to ditto what Oroboros said above. Hal If the doors of perception were cleansed, everything would appear to man as it is, infinite. William Blake
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    Do what you are doing, my friend. Talk when you can, it can help to endure the pain. That pain is the unwelcome balance the joy that we are blessed to experience. Recognize the great gift of your skeptical humor and wit that you share regularly with us. And know that there are times that your contribution offers us all here a 'cookie' that is a unique 'johnmanism'. I can hear the angst in your post but note the warm empathy for others as well. Again that contrast is striking. And welcome. Move on as you can, brother, and stop and rest when needed. Depression often takes herculean efforts to endure. It is exhasting. Honor your feelings, but care to not linger on those thoughts that are destructive to you and tax your sense of yourself. Persevere and remind yourself of your path and how far you have come. Be gentle with yourself. "Shall we go?...you and I, while we can?" Take care, Tim The Truth is realized in an instant, the act is practiced step by step.
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    hold on, my good (john)man- the sun will rise again-- we are reaching out to you because of your value in this world i hope you made contact with tigerlilly or someone else who could help ease your pain and isolation i'm sending you good vibes & good wishes & i'll keep you in my prayers- tomorrow is a new year (thank goodness!). thinking of you-- xo c caroline
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    come in the chatroom-talk to me. is all I can say to do gotta walk the kids to a friend's and then will come back and wait 4 u! ********************************** Don't part with your illusions. When they are gone, you will still exist, but you have ceased to live. Samuel Clemens
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    wadda ya do
    when yer so down that ya can't talk to other people for fear you'll bum them out but ya need ta talk to someone so bad it makes yer chest hurt? when ya don't wanna eat, smoke, drink, sleep, stay awake, sit, stand, lie down but yer hungry thirsty tired and alone.........music doesn't help, nor does quiet, so scared ya wanna puke and can't. suicide is too much work and leaves a mess for someone else to clean up and bums THEM out, and ya know THAT ain't right, and ya know it's just selfish to think about yerself but ya know nobody else will.........and even if they do there's nothing they can do for you.................
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    Can anybody help GratefulMom out? She has DSO tix for tonight, and got stood up twice, and is in a bad way. is sort notice but very very important no idea what to do from here ********************************** Don't part with your illusions. When they are gone, you will still exist, but you have ceased to live. Samuel Clemens
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    Hey Bob,sometimes the night looks very dark,but the SUN comes up every morning and I wish you that its beams will cover you with all the good Vibes you need to go on..!!
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    peace through music Just wanted to jot a quick note on my way out the door to the hospital to see Norm. When your sinking in the mire of doubt and or depression just knowing that there are souls out there who take the time to care and write a few words of encouragement can be inspiring. It gives you the strength to carry on. Thank you all for this unconditional Love. And thank the stars for Marye and all the work you do connecting us all. Holiday blessings to all. To Sunshine Daydream Bob; Not sure what's wrong but sending Good Love vibes to you!
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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 07:23

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don't worry TL, i'm sure everything is okay. i know it's heart-wrenching but everything will work out. you know what youngsters are like; can't get to a phone, get an offer to chill at a friend's place, living in dream land!! and then they'll admonish you for caring so much!!but for heaven's sake, when you get a chance, please keep us informed. you're all in my thoughts too. take care guys.
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Submitted by gratefaldean on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 07:27

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You will find your daughter, soon. We're all praying to make that happen!
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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 07:35

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forgot to mention; you're in Germany, right? i have friends living there and other's who are German. if you need any help then let me know and i'll try to get hold of them.
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Submitted by TigerLilly on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 11:13

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please ask your friends sure-she went missing in Neunkirchen, which is in Nordrhein-Westfalen. Closest bigger towns are Siegen and Giessen. 10 hours missing now and no word it is getting dark and cold and Sam has nothing with him. ********************************** I am not young enough to know everything. Oscar Wilde
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Submitted by marye on Tue, 09/06/2011 - 11:35

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Imena, phone home! TL, I'm so sorry for your worry. I hope she's home safe soon and wondering what you were so upset about. ARGH...
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Submitted by TigerLilly on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 01:51

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and no clue********************************** I am not young enough to know everything. Oscar Wilde
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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 02:06

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hopefully, it's one of those daft things that youngster's do! seems inexplicable that they wouldn't contact you but then funny things get into their heads sometimes.
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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 04:27

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...for your daughter Imena. Will let you know what I come up with in a PM. Hopefully, all wil be resolved by then. Don't mistake the power of positive intentions and prayer.
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Submitted by Gr8fulTed on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 11:33

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I'm glad your daughter and friend Sam have been located. I'm sure you're relieved. Best wishes
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Submitted by cosmicbadger on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 11:36

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How did you find that out Ted?
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Submitted by TigerLilly on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 13:46

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They had quite a journey, due to my daughter's cleverness. There was a network of kids assisting their flight (from her Warrior Cats forum) and they were in Cologne, Münster, Mönchengladbach, AND ended up being nabbed by the polizei at the train station on the Reeperbahn in Hamburg. Right now they are in the home of a friend of mine, arranged by another friend, Anja. Ole (where they are now) was on his way to grab them himself for us, but decided it was better to alert the police, in case the kids screamed (they don't know Ole, and didn't want him nailed by the cops as a pervert, when he was only being kind) The cops made the actual grab, and took them to the station the Reeperbahn, with the scum of Hamburg-where Ole picked them up. They did this journey on 60 euros total and I can barely wait to see her tomorrow and hear the rest of the story. I am so relieved that she is safe, that I am not angry-YET, and yes in a weird way I am proud of her adventurous spirit-we know know that it was Sam's idea and urging that the run, but once they did, she was in charge.********************************** I am not young enough to know everything. Oscar Wilde
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Submitted by gratefaldean on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 13:57

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Will triumph over anger, I think. For a while. I'm so happy that they are safe. TL, I can't imagine how frantic you must have been. Take care...
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Submitted by cosmicbadger on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 13:58

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oh what a relief TL. I am so happy for you. Been fretting all day. Don't be too hard on her..we have something in common. .I ran away to Hamburg when I was 17 and it took them 4 months to find me :-) Lived in Altona just down from the Reeperbahn. 17 is a bit different from 13 though..kids grow up so fast. still beaming CB
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Submitted by marye on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 14:27

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even if she is too smart for her own good, that one!
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Submitted by johnman on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 21:15

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At least when the mouse took off, I had a fairly clear idea wherwe he was...and he came home for clean clothes....
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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 00:18

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Thank God for that!! Haven't been able to listen to music or anything.The little rascal ha ha!!!! i guess 13 is the new 17! well, certainly shows she has a sharp mind and is independent; i say good for her. Ya gotta test the waters sometimes! But real happy everyone is safe and well.
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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 04:49

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I'll take it upon myself to report that Johnman is still in need and facing homelessness. He has given me an address to send mail to and I am dropping a check in the mail today. Since he has chosen not to post that address, I will not either. However you can PM him or myself for it and you will have the satisfaction of seeing 100% of the donation go to him. And I am also relieved that TL's daughter was found unhurt. Thank God! Perhaps she will learn something about a mother's love from this. In the US it seems like so few of these cases end up with happy endings and that is why in the last ten years first responders have moved up their mobilization to within a couple of hours and we have Amber Alerts. In these two cases please take a moment to reflect what you would have been going through if it was you... and as circumstances change all the time it could very well come to be though I hope it never does for anybody anywhere.
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Submitted by TigerLilly on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 06:03

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that I took that particular karma hit for all of you, and that such a thing NEVER happens to you. "How to make your mother into a senior citizen in 2 and a half days" by Imi Peanut. She is home now, and as the panic adrenaline leaves my body, I am alternating between hysterical tears then giggles, and body feels like I am about 90 years old. This too will pass, after some real sleep and some real food. Thanks for caring-everyone who did helped the hanging on! Now back to directing ALL positive vibes and also financial aid to Johnman. I will ask him where to send a check. ********************************** I am not young enough to know everything. Oscar Wilde
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Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 07:19

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ha ha!, bet that heart was a pumpin', eh?!!such good news though. and yes, some real nice food and a good herbal tea (oh, go on then, a damn fine glass of Burgundy!) and it will all seem like a dream! and thanks lamagonzo for the johnman info; i'll PM him and do what i can. September seems to be being particularly fruity this year!! let's hope, after 8 days in, it begins to calm down a wee bit, ha ha!
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Submitted by gratefaldean on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 12:15

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For the update, Gonz and TL. I've PM'd johnman...if I don't hear back, I'll try the lamagonzo connection.
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Submitted by riggsjr on Sat, 09/10/2011 - 08:23

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Been gone for a few days and just caught up with your traumas, glad everything worked out in the end. Trust your daughter is fine now?
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Submitted by TigerLilly on Sat, 09/10/2011 - 08:52

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is safe and sound, riggsjr! Thanks!********************************** I am not young enough to know everything. Oscar Wilde
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Submitted by Gr8fulTed on Sun, 09/11/2011 - 17:43

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Take a moment to remember those who perished 10 years ago. Thank goodness Al Qaeda has lost it's grip on effective destruction. On a much more mundane note, I think the Kansas City Chiefs suck big-time: can we send Pioli back to Boston and Haley back to Phoenix ??!! '9'rs looked good in a late afternoon game.
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Submitted by lonesomewolf on Sun, 09/11/2011 - 18:25

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the pain I,ve encountered is unbearable , many battles and scars are visible. no longer do i wish to endure . escape is necassary . the tears go unoticed. if you happen upon the one who caused my demise, wish her well . I bid you farewell!
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Submitted by lonesomewolf on Sun, 09/11/2011 - 18:25

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the pain I,ve encountered is unbearable , many battles and scars are visible. no longer do i wish to endure . escape is necassary . the tears go unoticed. if you happen upon the one who caused my demise, wish her well . I bid you farewell!
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Submitted by TigerLilly on Sun, 09/11/2011 - 21:43

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that does not sound good. Talk to us please!!********************************** I am not young enough to know everything. Oscar Wilde
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Submitted by kiyan11 on Sat, 11/17/2018 - 01:38

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That spammers will even post in a thread where we're vilifying them. I think that this one is especially egregious, given the theme of the thread and the spammer's solicitation for our prayers! That is just about as low as you can get. Isn't it? Time for Marye to break out the flamethrower, once again...

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Submitted by Gr8fulTed on Thu, 12/09/2021 - 17:33

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Johnman's son, Johnny, revealed on Facebook on December 3, 2021 that our friend and mentor Johnman is not long for this world. Join me in sending grateful thoughts and positive vibes to the man that many of us have never met. God bless you Johnman and best wishes to your son, family and friends.
Update: John did pass away on 12/5/2021. A memorial is planned in January 2022

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Submitted by ceburkett on Tue, 04/02/2024 - 14:11

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My brother Phil is a deadhead from way back -- made it to 95% of all dead shows from '87 to '90 and most of the west coast shows until Jerry passed in '95 (over 200 shows). Some of you might even know him. He's currently fighting for his life with stage 4 cancer and he could use your good vibes.

For more information, search for Phil Burkett on the gofundme site, and thank you.

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Submitted by Heart 21 on Wed, 05/15/2024 - 14:13

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i tried to go to the shows in las vegas but had a mental breakdown on the way and had to come back to the mental hospital could really use some friends to chat with...i'm gonna be here awhile!