What feeds your soul?
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My family and my friends. Without them I woulden't be here today 
My sports. Without them keeping me active I think I'd explode from the stress somedays. Having a really bad day and then just going into the gym and unleashing hell on the punching bags or hitting the exercises harder than normal is very theraputic.
Music. Hardly a minute goes by that I'm not listening to it, or singing it. Not a second passes when there's not a song in my head. Without my music I'd be lost completly.
My sports. Without them keeping me active I think I'd explode from the stress somedays. Having a really bad day and then just going into the gym and unleashing hell on the punching bags or hitting the exercises harder than normal is very theraputic.
Music. Hardly a minute goes by that I'm not listening to it, or singing it. Not a second passes when there's not a song in my head. Without my music I'd be lost completly.
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WFMS......
Love. I attempted to define love but have concluded that I must have hope and faith that the word will express all I cannot. I have been extraordinarly lucky to have the gift of my best friend. We've laughed before about just how difficult it is to describe our thoughts and feelings and now, today, I tried once again and couldn't. It simply goes beyond my knowledge.
I realized that in this instance my soul is what will speak to his. I have so many feelings inside, mostly love and gratitude. Through this man I learned about his mother, a most extraordinary lady. The kind of woman that touched thousands of lives, sometimes quietly and sometimes known and unknown. As her life was coming to an end I was privileged to have a view of her - her spirit and her deeds - that not many received.
Today she took the last breath and I feel sad for her sons and selfishly for myself too. I sit here with a gift made with her hands and wish I could breathe life back into her just by touching and looking at it. I know there will be so many memories that he will share but I still feel cheated, I wanted to know this lady for many years to come.
I am glad we only have to say goodbye once. God speed R, thank you for the gifts you've given me especially the gift of your son and the friendship and love we have for each other.
Love. I attempted to define love but have concluded that I must have hope and faith that the word will express all I cannot. I have been extraordinarly lucky to have the gift of my best friend. We've laughed before about just how difficult it is to describe our thoughts and feelings and now, today, I tried once again and couldn't. It simply goes beyond my knowledge.
I realized that in this instance my soul is what will speak to his. I have so many feelings inside, mostly love and gratitude. Through this man I learned about his mother, a most extraordinary lady. The kind of woman that touched thousands of lives, sometimes quietly and sometimes known and unknown. As her life was coming to an end I was privileged to have a view of her - her spirit and her deeds - that not many received.
Today she took the last breath and I feel sad for her sons and selfishly for myself too. I sit here with a gift made with her hands and wish I could breathe life back into her just by touching and looking at it. I know there will be so many memories that he will share but I still feel cheated, I wanted to know this lady for many years to come.
I am glad we only have to say goodbye once. God speed R, thank you for the gifts you've given me especially the gift of your son and the friendship and love we have for each other.
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Cathleen said:WFMS......
Love. I attempted to define love but have concluded that I must have hope and faith that the word will express all I cannot. I have been extraordinarly lucky to have the gift of my best friend. We've laughed before about just how difficult it is to describe our thoughts and feelings and now, today, I tried once again and couldn't. It simply goes beyond my knowledge.
I realized that in this instance my soul is what will speak to his. I have so many feelings inside, mostly love and gratitude. Through this man I learned about his mother, a most extraordinary lady. The kind of woman that touched thousands of lives, sometimes quietly and sometimes known and unknown. As her life was coming to an end I was privileged to have a view of her - her spirit and her deeds - that not many received.
Today she took the last breath and I feel sad for her sons and selfishly for myself too. I sit here with a gift made with her hands and wish I could breathe life back into her just by touching and looking at it. I know there will be so many memories that he will share but I still feel cheated, I wanted to know this lady for many years to come.
I am glad we only have to say goodbye once. God speed R, thank you for the gifts you've given me especially the gift of your son and the friendship and love we have for each other.
((((((((Cate))))))) It's a normal and natural part of death to wish it didn't have to be so. I believe she will live on in you and her beautiful family. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
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Music... a screaming guitar solo... hearing a symphony orchestra playing 'Superman'... a gospel choir singing at full power and the entire church dancing and singing along... 'Loose Yourself' and hearing every word ring true... 'Real World' on piano and dancing with her... the theme to 'Star Wars' playing and having about 1000 movie fans all hush... hearing the crowd singing along to 'The Rising'... 'Good night Saigon' and hearing 20,000 people sobbing together... Clapton on guitar... Ray Charles...
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Cathleen said:WFMS......
Love. I attempted to define love but have concluded that I must have hope and faith that the word will express all I cannot. I have been extraordinarly lucky to have the gift of my best friend. We've laughed before about just how difficult it is to describe our thoughts and feelings and now, today, I tried once again and couldn't. It simply goes beyond my knowledge.
I realized that in this instance my soul is what will speak to his. I have so many feelings inside, mostly love and gratitude. Through this man I learned about his mother, a most extraordinary lady. The kind of woman that touched thousands of lives, sometimes quietly and sometimes known and unknown. As her life was coming to an end I was privileged to have a view of her - her spirit and her deeds - that not many received.
Today she took the last breath and I feel sad for her sons and selfishly for myself too. I sit here with a gift made with her hands and wish I could breathe life back into her just by touching and looking at it. I know there will be so many memories that he will share but I still feel cheated, I wanted to know this lady for many years to come.
I am glad we only have to say goodbye once. God speed R, thank you for the gifts you've given me especially the gift of your son and the friendship and love we have for each other.
Cate, that is one of the best definitions of love I have read.
Love is an individual feeling, you can know someone for years and love them, you can know someone for seconds and love them.
I have no words to take away what you will miss.
I just know that at some point we do reach acceptance.
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I was not sure where to put this, actually I am still not sure, so I will double post it.
Kikmosa
"Sometimes the spirit of a person is stronger then the body and can take and do things that the body alone cannot. Yours is a very strong spirit."
"Sometimes it's hard to accept what others say of us because we don't see it ourselves. But we also tend to see our faults and weaknesses first and can rarely get past that sight. Others often see our strengths first and rarely our faults and weaknesses. It's human nature."
Truly beautiful and inspirational. 
Kikmosa
"Sometimes the spirit of a person is stronger then the body and can take and do things that the body alone cannot. Yours is a very strong spirit."
"Sometimes it's hard to accept what others say of us because we don't see it ourselves. But we also tend to see our faults and weaknesses first and can rarely get past that sight. Others often see our strengths first and rarely our faults and weaknesses. It's human nature."
Truly beautiful and inspirational.
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WFMS....
* Taking a big step and learning about 'The Beauty of Coffee'. For my effort I received a lovely bouquet of roses. Who'da thunk it.
* Spending time with my brother and his family - great conversation with my sister in law, laughter with the kids and a delicious dinner.
* Letting my mind wander to Provence....
* The best friend in the world and the insane fun we have with each other.
* Taking a big step and learning about 'The Beauty of Coffee'. For my effort I received a lovely bouquet of roses. Who'da thunk it.
* Spending time with my brother and his family - great conversation with my sister in law, laughter with the kids and a delicious dinner.
* Letting my mind wander to Provence....
* The best friend in the world and the insane fun we have with each other.
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VaGent said:
(((((((VG))))))
You've been missed.
And embracing emotions instead of trying to control them is a lesson I've been learning too. It's humbling and empowering at the same time. And that fills my soul.
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... Living in the moment... watching 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' and finally understanding what it all means... finding that delicate balance of planning ahead but still being in the now and learning from what's past... trying to do all of this without totally freaking out...
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Hmm... "what feeds your soul?" That indeed is a good question. Although this threads over a thousand replies, I felt like finally exploring it and finding out what it is about.
If "feeding soul" means "creating inspiration, or to inspire oneself", then I have to say I'm inspired to do things, such as writing, through music, movies, and video games, as well as reading. I get ideas from other ideas.
I also like to think I have a "fiery soul", or "angry soul" if that's what you want to call it simply put. Then again, the same reasons that make my soul fiery, are the same reasons that make my soul lonely.
Sure, in order to have a great soul, one of happiness, I'd have to let it all go, but I guess I'm just one who can't let the truth go especially if since the truth does hurt. Not to mention because I'm LIVING deep within it, I can't let it go.
I'll probably get flamed for being misunderstood, but that's not my problem.
If "feeding soul" means "creating inspiration, or to inspire oneself", then I have to say I'm inspired to do things, such as writing, through music, movies, and video games, as well as reading. I get ideas from other ideas.
I also like to think I have a "fiery soul", or "angry soul" if that's what you want to call it simply put. Then again, the same reasons that make my soul fiery, are the same reasons that make my soul lonely.
Sure, in order to have a great soul, one of happiness, I'd have to let it all go, but I guess I'm just one who can't let the truth go especially if since the truth does hurt. Not to mention because I'm LIVING deep within it, I can't let it go.
I'll probably get flamed for being misunderstood, but that's not my problem.
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HybridCrow said:
Thank you for posting this, HC. Most of the time I've found folks here on this forum more quick to be supportive than quick to flame. I hope you find that to be true.
Truth is a big part of what fills my soul. There is something so powerful, isolating, painful, revealing, frightening, empowering, and ultimately liberating about truth. Finding my own truth and having the courage to live within it has been one of the most important lessons I continue to learn.
Connections and love also fill my soul tonight. I watched about 50 Kindergarteners sing over a dozen songs for friends and family on a stage tonight. The five year old I came to see is not related to me, but I've known her most of her life. Watching her up there just before the program started, I could tell she was nervous and not sure how to process being in front of that many people. But she sought my face out, and I smiled and waved to let her know I was there for her... and the biggest smile came over her face and she waved enthusiastically at me. She went on to do a great job. I was so proud of her and felt so blessed to be a part of her little life and to know that my presence in her life means something to her whether I'm related to her or not.
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The Bhudda (mister 3yo)
The little shit crept into our bed last night and kicked the crap out of me, my back is sore and stiff, now I`m cranky and tired I get up to get away from him.
He follows me of course.
Turns the light on for me "There you go Dad" "Thanks Bhud"
Turns the other light on "Thanks Bhud" "That`s ok, but this one is for me, I already turned your light on"
He does his morning rounds checking the mouse traps (minor mouse plague)
"Oh well no bewtys this morning" He checks and empties them at least three times a day.
Finds a dvd that he did not put back in it`s cover "That was a bit nawty wasn`t it dad"
"Woild you like a warm milo (ovaltine)Bhud?" "No thanks I`m allright, but Dad it`s not really warm, it`s hot isn`t it, if it`s not cold it must be hot "
Too early to go into that.
Yesterday Possy and I were talking, he comes over and turns our heads around "You guys must look at each other when you talk."
Ok so my back is still sore but I `m not so cranky.
The little shit crept into our bed last night and kicked the crap out of me, my back is sore and stiff, now I`m cranky and tired I get up to get away from him.
He follows me of course.
Turns the light on for me "There you go Dad" "Thanks Bhud"
Turns the other light on "Thanks Bhud" "That`s ok, but this one is for me, I already turned your light on"
He does his morning rounds checking the mouse traps (minor mouse plague)
"Oh well no bewtys this morning" He checks and empties them at least three times a day.
Finds a dvd that he did not put back in it`s cover "That was a bit nawty wasn`t it dad"
"Woild you like a warm milo (ovaltine)Bhud?" "No thanks I`m allright, but Dad it`s not really warm, it`s hot isn`t it, if it`s not cold it must be hot "
Too early to go into that.
Yesterday Possy and I were talking, he comes over and turns our heads around "You guys must look at each other when you talk."
Ok so my back is still sore but I `m not so cranky.
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* The way people share their thoughts here, it is such a gift to read and learn.
* That damned best friend of mine fed my soul and when I was in a perfectly good snit and having a self-pity pot party, he crashed my party and I love him for it!
* Learning something deep inside, even if I'd rather not know. Finding new feelings and emotions, even if I don't enjoy them. I suppose it is that kind of growth that comes with tough decisions and being vulnerably honest with myself. ~sigh~
* The way people share their thoughts here, it is such a gift to read and learn.
* That damned best friend of mine fed my soul and when I was in a perfectly good snit and having a self-pity pot party, he crashed my party and I love him for it!
* Learning something deep inside, even if I'd rather not know. Finding new feelings and emotions, even if I don't enjoy them. I suppose it is that kind of growth that comes with tough decisions and being vulnerably honest with myself. ~sigh~
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Knowing a friend is having a difficult time of it and being told I made that friend smile...then feeling...my day's work is done.
Knowing a friend is having a difficult time of it and being told I made that friend smile...then feeling...my day's work is done.
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bobsgirl said:WFMS?
Haven't been here for a time, and the first thing I see is posts by two of my favorite people--Cate and WW!
Meow woman! About time you made your way back for a visit
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This song. It's not even my favorite Bruuuuuuuuuuuuce song, but it's the most appropriate for the moment...
The Promised Land
On a rattlesnake speedway in the Utah desert
I pick up my money and head back into town
Driving cross the Waynesboro county line
I got the radio on and I'm just killing time
Working all day in my daddy's garage
Driving all night chasing some mirage
Pretty soon little girl I'm gonna take charge
CHORUS
The dogs on Main Street howl
'cause they understand
If I could take one moment into my hands
Mister I ain't a boy, no I'm a man
And I believe in a promised land
I've done my best to live the right way
I get up every morning and go to work each day
But your eyes go blind and your blood runs cold
Sometimes I feel so weak I just want to explode
Explode and tear this whole town apart
Take a knife and cut this pain from my heart
Find somebody itching for something to start
CHORUS
There's a dark cloud rising from the desert floor
I packed my bags and I'm heading straight into the storm
Gonna be a twister to blow everything down
That ain't got the faith to stand its ground
Blow away the dreams that tear you apart
Blow away the dreams that break your heart
Blow away the lies that leave you nothing but lost and brokenhearted
CHORUS
I believe in a promised land...
The Promised Land
On a rattlesnake speedway in the Utah desert
I pick up my money and head back into town
Driving cross the Waynesboro county line
I got the radio on and I'm just killing time
Working all day in my daddy's garage
Driving all night chasing some mirage
Pretty soon little girl I'm gonna take charge
CHORUS
The dogs on Main Street howl
'cause they understand
If I could take one moment into my hands
Mister I ain't a boy, no I'm a man
And I believe in a promised land
I've done my best to live the right way
I get up every morning and go to work each day
But your eyes go blind and your blood runs cold
Sometimes I feel so weak I just want to explode
Explode and tear this whole town apart
Take a knife and cut this pain from my heart
Find somebody itching for something to start
CHORUS
There's a dark cloud rising from the desert floor
I packed my bags and I'm heading straight into the storm
Gonna be a twister to blow everything down
That ain't got the faith to stand its ground
Blow away the dreams that tear you apart
Blow away the dreams that break your heart
Blow away the lies that leave you nothing but lost and brokenhearted
CHORUS
I believe in a promised land...
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