Daddy's Little Girl: Second Edition

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Subscribed here. I'm a silent reader usually but I appreciate this thread and the people in it. It helps me to understand some of my feelings and to know I'm not alone. J
Yes, it helps me too, as a gentle Daddy, to understand those little girl feelings
 
Thanks BFG, I’m hoping a quiet night and some solid sleep will help shake it off




I’ll definitely take you up on that tonight, Phoenix may not pop in tonight, he had a minor catastrophe on his hands when he left work 😬

*sneaks over to grab JAF’s weighted blanket and joins you on the bean bag*

Catastrophe averted...🙄

I don't want to break up a warm cuddle though, especially with Shy hurting...cuddles are just what the doctor ordered...so, as you were. ;)

If y'all need me I'm working researching homeopathic migraine remedies on the couch next to you. :)
 
(I just got your email, phew!!!)


You can come pull up a bean bag next to us 😘
I’ve got essential oils on, it’s kinda helping a tiny bit..ish and I’ve tried that whole feet in cool water and a washcloth on the back of the neck, its never worked for me

*knows good advice when he hears it, and drags the biggest beanbag in the room over next to the cuddlemint twins here* 😘

I've never had success with the cool washcloth or ice pack or even pressure points. My migraine remedy has always been sleep and more sleep. It's literally the only thing that works for me. OTC migraine meds only take the edge off. =/

I hope the oils and relaxing help more, hon. :heart:
 
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I know it’s hard to read but I couldn’t find a version that was any more clear, I still thought this was cute and pretty accurate.


Having someone be there when the days are sucky, having them still be supportive and sweet when you’re acting far more introverted and quiet than usual is such a comfort

💙💙💙💙💙

Hope you feel better soon Shy!!
 
I’ll definitely take you up on that tonight, Phoenix may not pop in tonight, he had a minor catastrophe on his hands when he left work 😬

*sneaks over to grab JAF’s weighted blanket and joins you on the bean bag*

I’d have shared my weighted blanket with you!

Hey LP and HB!
 
Daddies are good people to talk to when you have to unload. Next best thing is an understanding friend.
 
Can I just hide here for like ever. Ugh I hate totally disappointing others. Feel like such a failure. *Goes hides in the blanket fort*
 
*leaves you a cupcake and some cocoa*

Just remember, tacos fall apart all the time and we still love them...it’s okay to not be perfect, it’s okay to fall apart

*wipes tears away and grabs cupcake*

Thanks!! I know. We are always harder on ourselves. My life totally went to hell 2 years ago. Finally came to terms with my divorce, but I'm still not 100%. He apologized to me and said he let his grumpiness take over this morning but every point he made was true. *sighs*

How are you feeling today? Your head better?
 
Can I just hide here for like ever. Ugh I hate totally disappointing others. Feel like such a failure. *Goes hides in the blanket fort*

*crawls in the fort, and in my best Stuart Smalley voice*

"You're good enough, you're smart enough, and gosh darn it, people like you :)"

Now get out there and kick some ass, you beautiful creature :rose:
 
*crawls in the fort, and in my best Stuart Smalley voice*

"You're good enough, you're smart enough, and gosh darn it, people like you :)"

Now get out there and kick some ass, you beautiful creature :rose:

Hahaha. Good one. Gosh darn it!! Thanks DS. 💙
 
seeking some advice...

It's a complicated story and I know a couple know some or most of the background, but the short of it is, a former lover, a lg, is going through some serious depression. Though she lives only 10 minutes away, our personal situations don't allow us to meet in person, so we are dependent on messaging back and forth. After not hearing from her for several weeks, she finally wrote, explaining her depression. I message her daily, but now rarely get replies, if anything just a "thanks".

I've tried sharing advice, getting her to do some self-care, sharing some articles, just saying I'm here, sending her hugs, but no real replies.

What can I do for her? just keep messaging her, letting her know I care, I'm here, offering hugs? do I dare make contact in person? Do I just wait??? How do you communicate with someone virtually who doesn't communicate back??? (and who has made it clear that she wants the communication)
 
It's a complicated story and I know a couple know some or most of the background, but the short of it is, a former lover, a lg, is going through some serious depression. Though she lives only 10 minutes away, our personal situations don't allow us to meet in person, so we are dependent on messaging back and forth. After not hearing from her for several weeks, she finally wrote, explaining her depression. I message her daily, but now rarely get replies, if anything just a "thanks".

I've tried sharing advice, getting her to do some self-care, sharing some articles, just saying I'm here, sending her hugs, but no real replies.

What can I do for her? just keep messaging her, letting her know I care, I'm here, offering hugs? do I dare make contact in person? Do I just wait??? How do you communicate with someone virtually who doesn't communicate back??? (and who has made it clear that she wants the communication)

Oh boy. I'm not sure what to tell you. I can only speak for myself - when I get into a depressive episode I usually close off to most people around me. I do give the one word answers. I would maybe try and offer to see this person in the flesh if it was to actually work out for both of you. I know circumstances can make it hard. I have a hard enough time getting together with my girlfriends I think messaging her and letting her know you are there is good. I hope she's seeking counseling in real life and will get through this. If she's made it clear that she wants the communication then keep doing it. I'll pray that she gets through this.
 
It's a complicated story and I know a couple know some or most of the background, but the short of it is, a former lover, a lg, is going through some serious depression. Though she lives only 10 minutes away, our personal situations don't allow us to meet in person, so we are dependent on messaging back and forth. After not hearing from her for several weeks, she finally wrote, explaining her depression. I message her daily, but now rarely get replies, if anything just a "thanks".

I've tried sharing advice, getting her to do some self-care, sharing some articles, just saying I'm here, sending her hugs, but no real replies.

What can I do for her? just keep messaging her, letting her know I care, I'm here, offering hugs? do I dare make contact in person? Do I just wait??? How do you communicate with someone virtually who doesn't communicate back??? (and who has made it clear that she wants the communication)

How long has this been going on? How has she made it clear she wants the communication? Is it possible to phone her? Is she safe, does she have a doctor, is she going to counseling?

There's so much here that we don't know. It's good that you are there for your friend, but a part of me thinks you can only do so much for someone. If you're only getting short replies, I would be of a mind to ask her straight up to let you know if it's helping her and if she's seeking outside help.

Ymmv
 
thank you for the replies and suggestions. Unfortunately, I myself don't know all the answers to the questions. She did say she was "diagnosed" - so I assume she is seeing a therapist of some type. We had actually met in person and it was so wonderful reconnecting in such away after so long. After that we chatted regularly, then she just disappeared. Last week I became a little frustrated not knowing what was going on and just told her that I'm here if/when she wants to communicate. She replied to that, telling me she does, but explained about her depression. but haven't heard from her since...

It is just so frustrating not being able to do more for her - which seems to be the basis of our relationship now.
 
thank you for the replies and suggestions. Unfortunately, I myself don't know all the answers to the questions. She did say she was "diagnosed" - so I assume she is seeing a therapist of some type. We had actually met in person and it was so wonderful reconnecting in such away after so long. After that we chatted regularly, then she just disappeared. Last week I became a little frustrated not knowing what was going on and just told her that I'm here if/when she wants to communicate. She replied to that, telling me she does, but explained about her depression. but haven't heard from her since...

It is just so frustrating not being able to do more for her - which seems to be the basis of our relationship now.

You're right, it is frustrating. Wanting to be there for someone, do what you can to help...and, sometimes, them just knowing you're there without the pressure of having to answer is the best thing for them for a while.

Keep open the communication and message when you're of a mind reassuring her you're there...but do it without expectations of hearing back until she's worked through things.
 
You're right, it is frustrating. Wanting to be there for someone, do what you can to help...and, sometimes, them just knowing you're there without the pressure of having to answer is the best thing for them for a while.

Keep open the communication and message when you're of a mind reassuring her you're there...but do it without expectations of hearing back until she's worked through things.

sagacious advice - thank you!
 
You're right, it is frustrating. Wanting to be there for someone, do what you can to help...and, sometimes, them just knowing you're there without the pressure of having to answer is the best thing for them for a while.

Keep open the communication and message when you're of a mind reassuring her you're there...but do it without expectations of hearing back until she's worked through things.

Having just recently come out of that black hole myself (mostly related to work place PTSD) BFG is exactly right. Just keep the line open, let her know you’re thinking about her and there if she needs you, but keep your expectations low.

If you’re concerned she is at risk of harming herself, that is different altogether.
 
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