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Posted by Dinah on July 22, 2004, at 20:27:15
OK, I admit I peeked. Babble is addictive, isn't it.
Listen, I was getting all upset at one point that I couldn't answer everyone's posts. That people felt left out and it was my fault, because if I could post to people I should. So when someone said that Babble was cliquish or whatever, I felt really really personally guilty.
But you can't be everything to everyone, not even here on Babble. Karen Kay, you are the most giving person I know. You give and give and give here, and I've always worried that you would end up giving too much of yourself. At some point you have to accept what's possible, while still living a worthwhile life outside Babble. I realize that in giving, you also receive, but... There is a difference in giving because you have something you wish to share or choose to share, and giving because you feel like you're obligated to give. Because people love you and want you to spend time with them. Sometimes you might need to take instead. And believe it or not, letting others give to you is a gift to them. Even if giving to you at any given point means letting you have some time alone to recharge.
All that said, are you sure that there isn't more than Babble going on, my dear? I often find that when Babble is really really upsetting me, there might just be some physical problems going on.
I know you're not seeing Bubba anymore, are you seeing a pdoc you can call? You shouldn't have to be in this much distress.
Posted by daisym on July 22, 2004, at 23:50:52
In reply to Karen Kay?, posted by Dinah on July 22, 2004, at 20:27:15
Echo Dinah.
I'm worried Karen. Please call your doc or come back to Ca and borrow my therapist. I'll share him with you. Only you can't make him like you better, ok?
Please let me know how you are doing.
BIG HUG FROM ME.
Daisy
Posted by karen_kay on July 23, 2004, at 6:02:32
In reply to Karen Kay?, posted by Dinah on July 22, 2004, at 20:27:15
miss dinah... i'm just ahving a rough time right now. perhaps i have too much free time? and i'm reading too much of the wrong things. and i'm spending too much time here. and not choosing the right type of music. and all of these factors add up. it's a combination of many things really dear, babble being the least of them. and you are very right, it's not babble. but this place only adds to it right now. and i often find that even though it would be better for my own sanity to not think about a number of things maybe, just maybe i can help someone if i do and post somethign to help someone else, so i post and i think, and i think, and i think and i can't stop thinking about things. and on normal days, i would be fine. but lately, these haven't been normal days.
dinah sweetie, i didn't ask you about being my mentor for nothing, did i? you're something special dear. don't ever forget that.
and miss daisy... i'm touched you would offer someone as special as your therapist to me. and i know even if i tried very very hard, he could never like me nearly as much as he likes you dear. it's jsut not possible.
i'll honestly be fine in a few days, or perhaps a week. and i'm one tough broad. if i'm not feeling so well in a bit, i'll give bubbba a call. i might be crazy, but i'm not stupid. and bubba's seen me at my worse (yes, i think even worse than this! could you imagine?), this wouldn't shock him. i'd be willing to bet if i called him tomorrow, he could fit me in next week.
don't you worry about me dear. (now, if i start posting in pig latin, then you should worry! i don't know that language and it may be a sign of mania, as i'd have to have some sort of motivation to learn it, no? perhaps the end of the world, or a sign from god telling em the end is near and only those speaking pig latin will survive? now, if i start speaking like that (NOT NOW!! CALM DOWN!!!) then worry!).. seriously, just trying to get some things straight in my head and need a break to do so.. (and boy, i'm moody aren't i? i'm sorry about that....)
you're both very sweet ladies. (with fabulous hair too!!!! wowsa!)
Posted by gardenergirl on July 23, 2004, at 9:06:29
In reply to miss dinah and miss daisy.., posted by karen_kay on July 23, 2004, at 6:02:32
> i'm just ahving a rough time right now.
Poor baby, I'm sorry it is so rough right now. I prescribe one hour of Buffett per day. Two if no immediate results. Your posts are helpful, Karen, dear, but if it is causing you pain, please know that you can take a break. We will miss you, but will hang on until you feel better. What's best for you is what's most important.
> i'll honestly be fine in a few days, or perhaps a week. and i'm one tough broad. if i'm not feeling so well in a bit, i'll give bubbba a call. i might be crazy, but i'm not stupid.
You betcha. You are tough and definitely not stupid. One smart cookie, that KK. And cute, too. As a button.
>i'd be willing to bet if i called him tomorrow, he could fit me in next week.
I'm glad he is still a resource for you.
Take care of yourself, KK. You are too valuable to us! You deserve to feel good and be well. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
(((((KK))))))
gg
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