Friends

[lfkbear]

As she uttered the words, "we are still friends, right?" I felt myself trying desperately to freeze my face so that it wouldn't flinch or react in any other way. Was she kidding me? I took a breath and successfully stopped myself from uttering the words "What fucking grade of school are we in

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[fjdbear]

It would be more accurate to call the people in my life "interested parties"; people who benefit from contact with me, whether it be because of a need for a favor, or a chance to be on my radio show, or just to be able to say that they know a semi-famous guy.<------

That's a bit over the top no?? Then again what do I know. To me the scariest thing on earth would to actually BE on your radio show! lol

I don't know the situation but maybe you are having some pangs of regret because you didnt pull this woman aside and look her in the eye and say "Look bitch...."?

Anyway, you are just human like everyone else, we all go through these things at one time or another, questioning, feeling odd, out of place, etc etc etc. NYC to me was one of the loneliest places on earth, yet I could never be "alone" there. Have a good trip! Relax, reflect, enjoy.

[lfkbear]

I guess I do have some minor pangs of regret for not telling the chick in question off. But it was the right thing to do.

And thanks. I plan to have a great trip to Wales. I think it will do the trick in making me feel better about life and times.

[polardemonwolf]

t would be more accurate to call the people in my life "interested parties"; people who benefit from contact with me, whether it be because of a need for a favor, or a chance to be on my radio show, or just to be able to say that they know a semi-famous guy. They're friendly, which I appreciate. But there's no honest connection. I'm not part of their lives, and vice versa.

Larry, while yes, it is cool that you are semi-famous, personally? I could give 2 shits about that. You're just a cool-guy who happens to have a cool job. I don't think I've ever asked for a favor from you, and being on your radio show - well, I'm shy.

I guess what I am trying to say is - there are people out there that like you for being you. You're an awesome character - and anyone around you would be lucky enough to know you.

~Mike

[lfkbear]

You're very kind. I appreciate you reaching out with such kind words after I vented how sad and depressed and alone I was feeling this morning. I sure do wish you lived in my city!

Thanks again. xo

[randomcub]

Not to state the obvious or anything, but you sound depressed and burnt out. I am glad you'll get some Shane time in Wales.

I don't know what I would call us, because I can't deny I think it's cool to know you. On the other hand, I don't really talk to anyone about that. And I would guess all friends benefit from knowing the other. We don't stay friends for long with those who drain our energy; we have friends for mutual benefit and support.

So anyway, that's me being somewhere between defensive and thoughtful. And you still get a *hug* if you want it.
Peace, man.

[lfkbear]

You're very perceptive. I am, indeed, both depressed and burnt out. I cannot get out of town soon enough.

Thanks for taking the time to be both defensive and thoughtful. It shows that you care, wnich I'll admit I need right now. I've been feeling really down. I appreciate you taking time to reach out to me.

[randomcub]

Soon you'll be in his arms, recharging. It will be ok, honest.

[quirkstreet]

whether it be because of a need for a favor, or a chance to be on my radio show, or just to be able to say that they know a semi-famous guy

Nope. The closest you get to why I like you is that you're a semi-famous NICE guy with a big heart, whom I find sexually interesting except I'm not gonna act on that because you and Shane are happy the way you are.

You work in an industry where there can be a lot of falseness for the sake of career, and it's absolutely true that online pals are almost never gonna be close enough to get you through the dark days when you feel alone.

But that doesn't mean you have "why we love Larry" all figured out, cutie.

Dr. Pete prescribes time off with your hubby to remind you that the world is a wonderful place, and that you are very much loved, by one special guy in particular, as well as by others out here in the aether.

[lfkbear]

Dr. Pete, you are a dear, dear man. Thank you for caring, and for taking the time to share some kind thoughts on a day when I was feeling really down and alone.

xoxo

[jrjarrett]

I daresay there are a lot of us on your LJ "friends" list that would consider you just that - friend.

The geography makes it difficult for that to really show through. I think if I/we were right across town, we'd want to be around you, spend time with you simply because of who you are, not because you're a Personality.

I would even go out on a limb a bit and say that makes RL friendships MORE difficult because of the demands of your job. Not that they make you more or less difficult to be around (you diva you ;) ) but you work weird hours. So yeah, you may be feeling alone.

Coworkers? That's SO a different story. If you can be blessed with having a group of coworkers you also enjoy being around outside work, you're lucky. Personally, I miss that a lot. Sounds like that is something you're not currently able to enjoy. Sorry..... :(

[lfkbear]

I guess my big mistake as I was feeling sad and over it all this morning was differentiating between local people and folks like you. I don't know what I'd do without ya, sweetie.

Now then, about moving your house into my neighborhood... :)