My thoughts about opinions. I have voiced my opinions on many occasions. I certainly do not expect everyone to agree with them, but I would hope others would at least repect them.
I also realize that my opinions may alienate some people. That's the consequence of what I write... therefore, I have to be a big girl and realize that sometimes you are an island of your own creation. We can't have it both ways, can we?
Have a good weekend all.
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You ok Cindy?
I'm ok.... just knowing you can't please all the people all the time....such is life<3
ditto what elfie said..... I feel that way myself a lot. chin up, pal. if you need to talk, ya know where I am
reguards
yer two sholders no waiting pal
bugg
John Donne wrote "No man is an island entire of himself, but part of the main...ask not for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee." His is one view--that we are all connected, and the death of one is the death of a part of all of us. Yours is another side of the coin. We separate ourselves from others either actively or passively. We have the choice either to love and accept humanity with all its quirks and faults or to separate ourselves from humanity. I want you in my life and your blogs and comments. I hope that you choose to ignore anything that might have hurt you, take a breath and come back as strong as ever.
Angie
Angie, if ever there were a wise, caring bunch of folks, they are in this place. The people I have met are folks I would turn to in a crisis. You guys are so wonderful!! <3
Hey, this is how it can be...so sad sometimes, but true. But, sometimes, it's only temporary. If it's more of a permanent thing, then it's ok to let it go and move on. What happened to make you need to post this today? Try to remember that islands are wonderful to visit and you have friends right here (including ME!) ready to visit! If you would like the company of a friend, then I'll bring the sandwiches and the brownies. I'll wait to hear from you. *HUGS*
what a sweet thing to hear.... you guys have lifted me up. <3<3<3
ah, Joe, that's just the way you roll <3
Beautiful picture. Looks like one of the islands around here. <3
very nice cindy lou. yes sometimes we are an island of our own creation. not everyone will agree with an opinion but thats totally ok!
So true Cindy!! I feel very strong about my belief, faith, and opinions. And yes we do ailienate ourselves a lot of times with our opinions and beliefs. No you can't please all of the people nor would I even try to. For some reason your post makes me think of a Petra song from the 80's...." Fool's Gold " One of the verses says...." I'd rather be a fool in the eyes of men than a fool in the eyes of God. " Kind of made me think of sometimes being an island. Sometimes that is how it is. Sometimes, we have to make a stand on what we feel is the right thing even if it is not the popular thing to do.
Jenn
Well, Cindy, you have never annoyed me. That means you are ok with Joe and me, which covers both ends of the political spectrum. I can't imagine anyone being annoyed with anything you say on here. You are always so nice to everyone! You were one of the people who made me feel so at home when I first joined Blogster. Don't let anyone make you feel bad for being you.
AJ
Sugar, you have never offended me....You just keep posting. In fact, you are the reason I found Blogster. You had posted an article about Oscar the Cat in a nursing home and my husband forwarded it to me and I was hooked. If someone does not like what you posted then they will just have to agree to disagree.
Cindy, I value your opinions. There is something to be said for those, such as yourself, that speak in wisdom. Don't let anyone get you down. Your opinions and thoughts are a vital part of this blogging community. Kelli
well,not sure what to make of this.I have never seen any of this here and there.You are a very lovely woman and we enjoyed your blogs.
Look at the comment.How sweet you are?????????
Sweet as the valentine candy in your avatar.
Don't know what's got you down, but take heart. Say what you believe, relate your honest feelings, and you will always hold your head up high. Worry not the reactions from others. Even my bride of 40 years and I don't agree on everything, but I wouldn't trade my marriage for all the world. You are not alone. You are not alienated. And you have the appreciation and affection of many readers, me included.
You are a man I utterly respect. This means alot to me, more than you know.
We may each be islands, and you happen to be one of my favorite destinations, but I happen to keep believing in the magic of rowboat rowing and bridge building, even though some islands don't know how or refuse to build docks or places to come ashore. [HEART]
We are reading a Grisham book that plays out in Mississississipp. A lot of it happens around the Fed court in Jackson.
Reading responses from your boatload of friends says that you should feel pretty good.
You are about the nicest person on earth and do not know how to offend anyone. Besides your blonde and we all take that into account.
I think of an opinion as a gift... something precious... a small glimpse into a heart... a mind... a soul. Sharing such a gift is to offer a blessing. To accept that gift and then offer a different perspective is also a blessing. Not everyone understands the graceful art of giving and receiving... and yet... we are family and must work our way to higher places of understanding... together.