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Posted by gabbix2 on March 6, 2004, at 20:08:12
In reply to To the hussy who makes my kid faint....Zen that is, posted by Tootercat on March 6, 2004, at 19:53:59
My favorite porcupine..
Prickly on the outside and all pink and sqishy in the centre. XoxoxoxoxoxoX
Posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 20:39:37
In reply to HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZEN, posted by gabbix2 on March 6, 2004, at 20:08:12
Gab,
Your message reminded me of the squish. I think it is a wonderful concept, and wish we could all do it in person! I hope I did it right.A squish wish?
xoxo
Shar
Posted by gabbix2 on March 6, 2004, at 21:05:27
In reply to }Zen{ ........squish » gabbix2, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 20:39:37
I swear, I didn't even read your message, I just saw the heading and I got up from the computer and went to get a valium (NOT because of the heading) As I was walking I was thinking
"If we could do that in person, that would be just the nicest thing"
I came back and looked, and saw you'd just said the same thing..
Yes, a very wisty (poetic licence) squish wish.
So close and yet so far ..sigh..
Posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 21:12:41
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar{ ........squish » shar, posted by gabbix2 on March 6, 2004, at 21:05:27
You have VALIUM???
doggone it! That seems to be the drug-not-to-be-prescribed here in the U.S.
Your response to my post put a smile on my face, for which I thank you. }squish{
xoxo
Shar
Posted by noa on March 6, 2004, at 21:29:59
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar Gabbix{ ........squish » gabbix2, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 21:12:41
Where to begin?
1. Zen, Happy Birthday.
2. Shar! So good to see you, I was and have been a bit worried about you.
3. Shar, loved the quotes.
4. Gabbi and Shar, pray, do tell me about the squish. I want to know!
Posted by gabbix2 on March 6, 2004, at 22:01:40
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar Gabbix{ ........squish, posted by noa on March 6, 2004, at 21:29:59
A squish is sort of like a hug, but it's when you are so full of someones uniqueness and wonderfullness that it won't fit in a hug so you just -squish- {{NOA}}
Posted by gabbix2 on March 6, 2004, at 22:13:53
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar Gabbix{ ........squish » gabbix2, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 21:12:41
> You have VALIUM???
>
> doggone it! That seems to be the drug-not-to-be-prescribed here in the U.S.
>Isnt' that weird?
I pay dearly for it, not in dollars, but in withering looks. Funny it's xanax that is the
never prescribed drug in Canada, in my experience anyway, it's like asking for heroin.
I'm glad I made you smile.
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxooxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxx
Posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 23:46:46
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar NOA{ ........squish » noa, posted by gabbix2 on March 6, 2004, at 22:01:40
What a most excellent explanation, Gabbix. There are only a few in this world I would squish, and you, and zen and Noa are among those.
Noa, thanks for your thoughts. I don't know if I'm long for this world, but it's been a pleasure having you as a compadre. Please, always take care.
xoxo
Noa, Gabbix, Zen
Shar> A squish is sort of like a hug, but it's when you are so full of someones uniqueness and wonderfullness that it won't fit in a hug so you just -squish- {{NOA}}
Posted by Dinah on March 7, 2004, at 9:41:55
In reply to zazen for zen, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 16:32:54
Posted by fallsfall on March 7, 2004, at 9:46:15
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar NOA{ ........squish » gabbix2, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 23:46:46
>I don't know if I'm long for this world
Shar,
Which world are you not long for??
Falls.
Posted by noa on March 7, 2004, at 12:49:43
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar NOA{ ........squish » gabbix2, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 23:46:46
Shar, you know how I feel. Please don't choose death. Babe, you need help and hope now. We can give you love and support but not improved treatment, which I really think you need right now.
Sending you a squish. {Shar}
Hold on. It can get better. It has to. Find a new doctor. Find a new med. Please.
Posted by NikkiT2 on March 7, 2004, at 13:08:51
In reply to zazen for zen, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 16:32:54
I wish I could do you an HTML birthday greeting.. but no HTML here!!
I truly hope you have had a wodnerful wonderful day..and you know what, I never noticed the hussy part of your name!! Well, obviously I saw it as part of the whole of zenhussy.. but always pronounced it hoossey!! *lol*
D'uh me, but thought it might give you a laugh!!!!
Nikki xxx
Posted by NikkiT2 on March 7, 2004, at 13:10:40
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar Gabbix{ ........squish » shar, posted by gabbix2 on March 6, 2004, at 22:13:53
*shakes her bottle of valium at you*
But try and get xanax??! no hope *laughing*
Nikki xx
ps - As a point of note, valium is actually available over the counter in Thailand!!!
Posted by gabbix2 on March 7, 2004, at 20:26:27
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar NOA{ ........squish » shar, posted by noa on March 7, 2004, at 12:49:43
I can't forget you! But I'm not kissing that
Moebius duct tape. It's been on your forhead now
since September I think, and its starting to collect some fuzzy stuff, and curling around the edges. ; )
Posted by Jonathan on March 7, 2004, at 22:15:53
In reply to zazen for zen, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 16:32:54
Posted by Karen_kay on March 10, 2004, at 6:50:13
In reply to Happy Birthday :-) » zenhussy (nm), posted by Jonathan on March 7, 2004, at 22:15:53
Miss Hussy,
One of the most truly amazing people on the planet, with such a great name to boot. You really can't know everything you've done for me, but maybe I'll make a list. Feel free to print this out and refer back when feeling down (as if a person like you should ever feel down though..) You deserve happiness aplenty and I know in my heart you'll get it. Soon, very soon.To the list:
*helped me to feel that I am special (how could I not be if a very special person like you would choose to speak with me?)
*made me realize a few things aobut this world and the way it works (is that a good thing you ask? YES ma'am! I tend to be very naive you know!)
*kept me company when I thought no one cared (again, showing your perfect timing, your willingness to help others, and your overall AWESOME attitude)
*(last but not least) made me face some things that I needed to without being forceful.. I always did like a woman with a gentle touch, you know...I wish I could give you more than a lousy list, but it's a start and I'm rather broke. If you want to know more of the things you've done, just let me know and I'm happy to continue adding..
You take care and celebrate your birthday again.. Once for such an important person just isn't enough..
Posted by EscherDementian on March 12, 2004, at 6:21:15
In reply to zazen for zen, posted by shar on March 6, 2004, at 16:32:54
>
> Oh the comfort, the inexpressible comfort of feeling safe with a person, having neither to weigh thoughts nor measure words, but pouring them all right out, just as they are--chaff and grain together--certain that a faithful hand will take and sift them, keep what is worth keeping, and with the breath of kindness blow the rest away...-- Dinah Mulock
>We haven't known each other much, Zenhussy~ but belated b'day from me, too... my best to you in Your Journey... :)
Shar, That Quote!
i'd like to use it in one of the books i've been writing :
"To Walk Without Weapons Or Shields".~Is the quote from your post from the Dinah we know and love HERE on PB?
Escher
p.s.
the accompany (humourous) book is titled "When They Walk, They Dance". -also in progress.
Posted by EscherDementian on March 12, 2004, at 6:35:20
In reply to : EscherDementian{ ........squish, posted by gabbix2 on March 7, 2004, at 20:26:27
> I can't forget you! But I'm not kissing that
> Moebius duct tape. It's been on your forhead now
> since September I think, and its starting to collect some fuzzy stuff, and curling around the edges. ; )
>AWwwwwww..... Gabbix2! }warm fuzzys{
OK, there. i've taken it off my forhead. Sorry, Phil :(
i'm into The Sound Of One Hand Clapping, now, anyway. (cosmic palm against 3rd eye in quick quantum timing... usually accompanied with a very Zen "Doh!")
;)...and Mental Floss... is SO yesterday...
Excess Suchness,
Escher
oxoxoxo
Posted by EscherDementian on March 12, 2004, at 6:49:41
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar NOA{ ........squish » shar, posted by fallsfall on March 7, 2004, at 9:46:15
> >I don't know if I'm long for this world
>
> Shar,
>
> Which world are you not long for??
>
> Falls.
Shar, NOOooooooooo!!! You are so wonderful!
Please take Noa's advice~
or come visit me with my old house in the forest and the looney peacocks and the elves....
You are too precious my dear. Too precious be a nominee for debri. Times are tough everywhere right now. It is the Earth's "Red Time". Hang in, Precious One.Falls, _tell_ her....
Tell her the one my father used to tell me:
"I'm not as thunk as some drinkle peep i am,
but the higher i stand here, the longer i get"
(~~he was NOT talking about alcohol).Be Long for this world, Shar.
for me too,
Escher
Posted by fallsfall on March 12, 2004, at 8:33:33
In reply to Re: }Zen Shar { ........squish, posted by EscherDementian on March 12, 2004, at 6:49:41
Escher's dad used to say:
"I'm not as thunk as some drinkle peep i am,
but the higher i stand here, the longer i get"How ARE you doing? I am concerned. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
Falls.
Posted by shar on March 12, 2004, at 22:34:55
In reply to Re: zazen for zen » shar, posted by EscherDementian on March 12, 2004, at 6:21:15
> Shar, That Quote!
> i'd like to use it in one of the books i've been writing :
> "To Walk Without Weapons Or Shields".
>
> ~Is the quote from your post from the Dinah we know and love HERE on PB?
>
> Escher
>
>
> p.s.
> the accompany (humourous) book is titled "When They Walk, They Dance". -also in progress.
>
ED,
I am not aware of the quote being from 'our' Dinah (tho' I'd not rule out the possibility)... But if you like that one, cogitate on this one a bit..."Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming--WOW--What a Ride!" ~WL Deanes
If only I could attain that attitude! That quote was sent to me as part of a 'signature' from a person at the hospice org I volunteer for. I thought it was SO great!! If only I could feel that way, just for a little while!
Are you familiar with Sharon Ellison's book? It might be right up your alley. It's "Taking the War out of Our Words".
Please tell us when your book is published!
and...good to see you, ED!
Shar
Posted by shar on March 12, 2004, at 22:40:45
In reply to Shar, posted by fallsfall on March 12, 2004, at 8:33:33
Falls,
You are so compassionate, especially to someone who does not 'get' the more poetic and artistic sides of you.I'm grateful to your offer to help, but I'm sure you've been where I am now, or you would not understand. Nobody can help. It is a decision I alone must make (and I know you know that), and, for now, I am here.
Thanks very much for your concern,
Shar
Posted by EscherDementian on March 13, 2004, at 5:40:06
In reply to Shar, posted by fallsfall on March 12, 2004, at 8:33:33
}}..squish..{{
;) ...i know my dad's quote doesn't quite sound as sagely in print, (it's deeper than it first appears, and no, is not about intoxicants) but something about your above previous post and your understanding of Shar, 'hunched me' that you have the closest sagely & sometimes paradoxical tone to deliver it to her....Be Long for this world, too, Falls.
Posted by EscherDementian on March 13, 2004, at 6:38:33
In reply to Re: zazen for zen » EscherDementian, posted by shar on March 12, 2004, at 22:34:55
>> cogitate on this one a bit...
>>
>> "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming--WOW--What a Ride!" ~WL Deanes
>>Ahhhhh... "To be ashes and not dust".... i love it... thanx' *sigh*
>> If only I could attain that attitude! That quote was sent to me as part of a 'signature' from a person at the hospice org I volunteer for. I thought it was SO great!! If only I could feel that way, just for a little while!
>>i'm going to propose a 'small' Joni Mitchell quote for you, shar, if you don't mind?:
"...You've got to shake your fists at lightening now,
You've got to Roar like forest fire~
Spread your light like blazes
All across the skyThey're going to aim the hoses on you.
Show them
You won't expire
Not even if you burn up every passion...
Not even
will you die(C'mon now, you've got to try)
If you're feeling contempt~ well then you Tell It.
If you're tired of The Silent Night,
jesus
Then You Yell It...Condemned to wires and hammers~
Strike every chord that you feel
That broken trees
and elephant ivories
Can Reveal."
*(disclaimer: i might have a word or two off. i quoted that from my heart's memory. it's from her "Ludwig's Tune"
Escher
Posted by fallsfall on March 13, 2004, at 13:14:36
In reply to Re: Shar » fallsfall, posted by shar on March 12, 2004, at 22:40:45
There was a time when my pain was great, and my hope for positive change was non-existent.
But, seeing that things couldn't get worse, I took a risk that I never thought I would take. I finally realized that even if I "lost" when taking that risk that things couldn't be any worse than they already were. It was almost like a "thinking outside the box" kind of risk.
That was 9 months ago, and while my life isn't wonderful, I do now have hope. And I am learning and growing.
Please think outside the box.
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