Guest guest Posted July 28, 2002 Report Share Posted July 28, 2002 Dearest Tess, You did not cause any pain for me. I find it therapeutic to share my experiences with other survivors. I found your openness comforting in knowing that I am not the only one who lives with these memories. Please do not second guess your good intentions. Love and Hugs Stacey in PA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2002 Report Share Posted July 29, 2002 Tess, I appreciated your sharing and vulnerability in discussing the child hood abuse situation...as for me, you did not cause me any pain, except for sorrow that you too had to begin your life this way. It is important to talk about anything causing stress...and I thought that was what this group was about. I found a new respect for your strength when you shared...you are right it is important to share what bothers when it bothers...there are some comments I have seen that I don't particularly like, or find helpful...but I think that is what the " delete " button is for, isn't it? Overall, I find this group to be an open, caring, sharing group, and I feel lucky to have found this link. There are times it is so hard to realize that this hyper little girl grew up to be an adult who needs naps frequently. Luckily, I seem to be able to fall asleep whenever I lay down...it's staying asleep more thant 3-4 hours that is tough...or getting a tired spell while working, driving, at a movie...I have seen the beginning of many movies lately...and just have to make up the ending...being able to share the discomfort of flare's is what I thought this group is all about...sharing what causes stress which results in flares is what this group is about...I for one, say share what's on your mind...you don't need my approval; but know that you're ok with me. I too, am sorry, if an RA family member felt pain as a result of a statement you made while sharing...but that open's the door to share in their pain. I'm rambling; but think the most important thing you said in Sunday's e-mail was " we do need to talk about it when we need to...I needed to tell you, I think you are more than ok. Thanks for listening to my groanings ...and by the way, I am leaving the flowers on my tomato plants...but where are the tomatoes????Marge [ ] RA Family > To All My RA Family...I feel sad that I brought up the subject of child > abuse. If my posts caused anyone pain, I am so deeply sorry. Part of > the agony of this is that we do need to talk about it, but in my > overzealousness, I didn't stop to think I might be dredging up pain for > those I care about so much. Seems like we're darned if we do, and > darned if we don't. > > Just please know I would never want to cause anyone more pain. > > All My Love.... > > Tess :''''''' > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2002 Report Share Posted July 29, 2002 Thanks, Marge. Now just let those little flowers grow and pretty soon my FAVORITE summer treat will be showing up on the vines. : ) Much Love... Tess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2002 Report Share Posted July 29, 2002 Dear Stacey...thank you for that affirming note. I do appreciate it. Much Love... Tess Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 29, 2002 Report Share Posted July 29, 2002 Hi Stacey, Thought your response to Tess was great...what we hide from, can not be healed....same with RA, if we ignore the signs and symptoms, we will overdue and cause more pain...I believe in facing things head on to prevent further damage...even though it may not be pleasant or easy. I seek balance in my life amd that means dealing with things as they come along. enjoy your posts and looking forward to getting to know each member in a better way...marge Re: [ ] RA Family > Dearest Tess, > You did not cause any pain for me. I find it therapeutic to share my > experiences with other survivors. I found your openness comforting in > knowing that I am not the only one who lives with these memories. Please do > not second guess your good intentions. > Love and Hugs > Stacey in PA > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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