It's been a while! I'm surprised to see my thread still open.
"Forgive me mother (Michele) for I have sinned. It's been quite a while since my last post."
Not sure who of my old friends may happen across this but, HI, just the same. It's been an interesting year. I said goodbye to my father in March and almost lost my son in February. Sheesh, just when you think all is right with the world, a curve ball. You’d think I’d be used to it by now.
Anywho...I stopped in to see who might still be around and say hello. I also stopped in to say how hard it is to exercise it and also how much it pays off when you exercise it....PATIENCE! My dear friend at work, my dear friends here and my own exercise of it; keeps making things better and better. Friends, if you just sit back and wait, you'll be amazed at what comes forth.
My feelings for this beautiful lady that I married have been getting stronger and stronger each day. If you're willing to take the time to better understand the opposite sex, how they communicate and think; it makes it that much easier for them to understand you.
I feel for those that may read this and not be under the same roof of those they love. It is that much harder. Keep faith. In yourself and those you care for. Like the good book says,(DB book) YOU have to do the work first.
My love is not much for reading. When we got back together we agreed to read together, it just doesn't happen. I read for myself and put into action & words, that which I learn and I'm amazed.
When she's in a "mood", I quietly inquire to let her know I recognize it. If she wants to talk about it then, I listen. If she doesn't, I wait. So far, every single time, it's been immediate to 24 hours and then it all comes out. We work through it and all is good for another while. (Think about it! WAVES! Just like Venus/Mars describes.) The time frame required is probably the hardest part of all. I've been going at this for 18 years now. It took me 15 of fights and struggle to almost lose it. Now that I'm actually working at it and seeing what I wasn’t seeing I’m ticked at myself.
Sheesh, where's that frying pan wrapped in pink duct tape when you need it.
Oh sure, I have all the subtlety of orange peel wrapped around a brick sometimes, but I like to think that even I can learn. I'm ever so grateful I wasn't too late to start.
Take heart all. I hope this finds you well. I wish nothing but the best for you and all that you hope to accomplish. Take care. Keep the faith. You ARE worth it!
Cheers, HFO
Forgiveness is the release of all hope for a better past. – Alexa Young
