Things I Love Thursday [5/19/11]

[mm_spinelstar]

…The FML Edition.

Just kidding. Well, sorta. Only sorta because I feel I should preface this by saying that I've hit another low this week. I feel borderline depressed, honestly (I'm not even sure I should be saying "borderline"). But I'll put the details behind a cut; feel free to skip it. In fact, I might recommend it. :P

Comments

[sardonicynic]

I'll preface this with saying I've been such a spotty online presence for the past few months, but! That doesn't mean I haven't been reading; I've been absolute fail at commenting.

That said: Oh, K-face.

I'm sorry you're in such a low spot right now. I want to tell you that it'll get better, but I also know the reality is that getting out and gallivanting for social-type fun-times seems like a pretty major undertaking, from the sound of your placement.

You're an absolute all-star, though, to keep an eye on the smaller things that are making you happy; do things just like this/that for yourself, no matter how tiny they may be.

And, as for your sis and her writing stress: Do you think maybe if she took some pressure off herself, it might help? One of the best pieces of advice Stephen King had in On Writing was to first write with the door closed, then write with the door open. I know there's a certain sense of urgency and excitement when I've created new pages and chapters and content, and I'm so excited to share it with someone

[ceitfianna]

*hugs tightly* I'm so sorry you've been feeling so low. From my experience, its part of living abroad for a long period of time, there's a point where you just want to go home.

Send hugs from me to your sister, she can do it but pressure can be so hard. I like Crys' idea of helping her find ways to basically have the writing be hers again for a time, close the door and have it be hers.

I know I've said this before and its still true, tell me if you need to talk. I'll manage Skype, IM, whatever you need and I'll get your package out ASAP.

Oh and I love the picture of yourself and its a great idea. I currently have some issues with pictures but it seems like a wonderful way to say, no, I rock so there.

[in_the_blue]

Why are the stars so poorly aligned right now. I don't know anyone who's having a good or easy time of it, and it's been a day for people dealing with rejection. I wish there was more I could say or offer. I know lots of times when people say I'm thinking about you it rings hollow, so I hope it doesn't when I say it here. ♥

[wanderlustlover]

I know exactly how you feel all over this, and I hug you from my Texas, even though I know right now it might not be as good as a real hug. But I know exactly how you're feeling and I promise you will make it through all of this.