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Brittany Drehobl's avatar

"Could others not see how brightly the dumpster burned?"

I love this line. And think we need to throw "good vibes only" directly into the flaming heap. Keep writing, always- your words, whatever mood they take, are such a balm.

Tawnya Gibson's avatar

I have a "good vibes only" friend. It's a struggle, sometimes. Because these vibes? Not good...

Brittany Drehobl's avatar

My motto is "all vibes welcome" because SAME.

Janet's avatar

Sweet Tawnya Thank you for your post. We never listen to anybody about our writing, even the experts, because it is yours and yours alone. That fact gives it value and meaning. You're correct the arrows are pointing down and perhaps that is why we write if for ourselves if no one else. Your words have deep meaning to me. Tim and I lost a son a few years ago and I struggled with he's in a better place, or God needed him. God doesn't need anyone. Your words put the meaning behind that loss. It's "normal" to feel discouraged and sad in these times. That moves us sometimes to recognize things. I have never a happy whatever girl.

Your sister in arms! Janet Willardson

Tawnya Gibson's avatar

Janet! I miss you my friend. So much.

Inez Fay HULSEY's avatar

We have to know that things will get better. We just need to keep looking up and not be a part of the bad. Love Mom

Tawnya Gibson's avatar

I'm hoping Mom. It's pretty bleak right now.

Caitlin A. Smith's avatar

It is definitely a dark time. I can totally relate and this beautifully lays out the feeling.