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May 19, 2009 at 10:24 am #30300PhilipModerator
I know that I haven’t been very active as I used to, so thought I’d share some news.
I’ve been very depressed for the past two years, due to some personal issues at home. Life had become very routine and static for me, nothing much to look forward to. However, writing my own blog helped to overcome the dull periods somewhat.
Recently something (well, more like someone) entered into my life again, and for the first time, I have been happy-let’s just leave it at that, but I think the good Lord is showing me that happiness is not something to be chased after, but if we are patient, and remain kind to others, it will descend on us at the very least likely moments of our lives.
I would like to thank Jeff for all his many efforts to maintain BBB; if it were me, I think I would have sold it off! And Doris, I know you don’t like me to say this, but thanks so much for holding down the WLM fort for me. And lastly, a big thank you, Heather for your…well, you-know-what 😉
Come what may, I still feel blessed to have known all you wonderful guys and girls here.
That’s the story of my life so far.
May 19, 2009 at 11:00 am #174770PolarBearNPRParticipantAwww, Philip… big hugs! I’ve said it in private – now I’ll say it in public, I am overjoyed to see you happy again. Good things will come of this, I know, and what a wonderful testimony to the power of friendship and the way the things this forum supports can be a big part of that process. I’m so glad you’ve reconnected with someone who can be that happy-force in your life. *hugs* (yeah, again) :p
And you are right… no matter how hard we pray, everything comes in God’s time… which is the right time…
May 19, 2009 at 2:09 pm #174773PhilipModeratorThank you, Heather. Means a lot to me, coming from you *hugs back*
May 19, 2009 at 3:15 pm #174767FanaticMemberPhilip, it sounds like things are looking up! I’m glad to hear it. We all go through peaks and valleys in our life’s journey, and I’m glad you had friends to help you through that low point.
Heather, what you said about technology enabling support is so true. In my day job, I work on a knowledge management system. We have a saying that “it’s not about the tool.” It’s a reminder that ultimately it’s not about software or technology, but connecting people to people. And that, ultimately, is what we’re about here.
May 19, 2009 at 7:52 pm #174775Doris KenneyParticipantYou have to be willing to get rid of the life you have planned, so to have the life that is waiting for you.
…and you’d better listen to Heather…she’s a very wise woman!!
‘Nuff said. You know where to find me if you need me. ((HUGS))
May 20, 2009 at 1:04 am #174771PhilipModeratorThank you, Jeff and Doris, for the encouraging words. It’s still hard for me now, as my schedule is pretty much out-of-sync with someone else’s 😉 but we’re coping and adjusting.
May 20, 2009 at 3:56 am #174769imported_Ven0mMember@Philip 238605 wrote:
happiness is not something to be chased after, but if we are patient, and remain kind to others, it will descend on us at the very least likely moments of our lives.
Yeah, learned that the hard way… I’m still waiting, but I lost all hope so I really don’t care anymore. :p
Good luck though, and stay happy. 🙂
May 20, 2009 at 4:38 am #174772PhilipModeratorVenom, all the best of luck to you too. Thanks for taking the time to write.
May 27, 2009 at 1:01 am #174768MrOatsMemberHello Philip,
I just wanted to tell you that I am glad things are going better for you…and wish you continuous good fortune in your life.
May 27, 2009 at 2:49 am #174774PhilipModeratorThank you, Andrew. I’m so glad I have all these kind friends here in BBB. You guys are definitely the best!
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