WARNING: Wordy. BUT….It’s been a long time, so don’t you owe me?
Yep. I’m talking about this barren blog. For those of you who still pay attention on here, you’ll see that everything is gone. You can laugh uncomfortably, but don’t cry. Things have been crazy busy, but mostly in my head. Though that isn’t unusual, I’ve been struggling with this blog for awhile. Haven’t you heard? I’m evolving.
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Let me try to explain. Okay…..Here’s where I might lose some of you, literally and metaphorically. Leaving breadcrumbs won’t help. I’ll just turn around and eat them.
Anyway…..I was in a “not so hot” marriage and traveling down the road of divorce in 2004. I thought to myself: “I need God! He’ll fix this.” (Not how it works by the way.) and began going to a church, which can only be described as a “ Kool-Aid Supplier”. I was too naive (…seriously) to realize most everyone had red punch stains around their lips. There I was, drowning in a sea of hypocrisy and mumbo jumbo. The lifeguards didn’t even know CPR. Still an idiot to all that was wrong there, I got saved in 2005. And….not from a plane crash, not from a near drowning and not from food poisoning. I got saved as in “accepted Jesus Christ as my Savior”. Are you still with me? Anyone? Anyone? Bueller? Beuller? Now…..It was sincere. I really accepted him, but the people who surrounded me at the time, were not the best supporting cast. If my memory serves, I was baptized on my 35th birthday. My “friends” took me out on my birthday for food and drinks…….before the baptism. I’m pretty sure it shouldn’t have gone down like that. Also, they held posters up with some kind of encouraging words and got a bit rowdy. Really, it wasn’t America’s Got Religious Talent. I should’ve know then.
Let’s fast forward through the rest: I spent a lot of years struggling (…still am) because the “mentors” I found weren’t quite legit. They were always around and were super friendly, but their values and morals didn’t match up. They were good at talking the talk, but they had a hard time walking the walk. Now…..I understand that no one is perfect. Everyone stumbles and falls, but let’s just say their catch phrase should’ve been “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up.” I finally left the brick and mortar behind, but it took me several more years to break from the flesh and bone influences. It’s not to say they influenced my decisions, but they influenced my mood, my spirit. and even my reaction to things when I was in their presence. I’ve said many times that you need to surround yourself with those who share the same values you do. And religion aside, the most basic values were not there. I finally broke free. It was painful and ugly, but I feel like I can breathe again……oxygen, not carbon dioxide.
SO……Let’s get to now and why my blog content has mysteriously disappeared. As far as people go, I think I’m pretty good. I have a good heart and I care about others….blah, blah, blah. BUT…..As a role model for my kids and to truly live my salvation, I could use some tweaking. For example: Cursing like a sailor (slight exaggeration) might not really be necessary. Finding new ways and words to express myself, could be challenging and fun.
It’s a New Year…..almost. It’s time to come clean. One of my resolutions is to “walk the walk”. And….This blog has to be a part of it. I’ve made all my posts private until I can go through them and repost with adjustments. My friend assures me I can “walk the walk” and still be my humorous self. Let’s see if she’s right. If I don’t walk quite right, I’ll blame it on my recent foot surgeries. Can I do that? Does it work that way?
Articles of Absurdity 
Nice to have you back – looking forward to your swearing in 2014!
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Thanks. Well….I’m going to start with finding creative substitutions. It’ll be hard to go cold turkey.
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Missed you. I’m holding my breath to see where you go. I know where you been and you were funny.
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Take little breaths when you can. I don’t want to be responsible for a medical emergency. Let’s just see if I can rechannel the funny. It should be an interesting year.
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Welcome back!
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Good to be back!
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Awesome and about time too 😉 🙂
Here’s wishing you and your family
a very happy New Year 2014 Lorre
oh and a naughty one too 😉 🙂
Andro xxxx
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Thanks. I hope you rang New Year Andro style. Here’s to having an amazing year. And…..Don’t think this means I won’t be lurking around your site or others. I’m finally getting my mojo back, but setting a day aside to enjoy other’s writings again is a top priority.
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A curse slippage now and then is normal. Trying to fix the sailor in you, good luck and I will root for you. Welcome back.
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I don’t think I’ll ever be cured, but I’m hoping to keep the symptoms at bay more often than not. Thanks for the welcome. And….as I said to Andro….I’m hoping to get back to your blog and others very soon. That also needs to be a part of my New Year change.
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As someone was was “saved” eons ago and has gone through several crises of faith since then, I can only say that I applaud anyone who walks the walk in true examined honesty. I define walking the walk as being someone who takes responsibility for one’s actions and humbly submits to the still small voice that gently guides us toward the better path.
To me it also means being honest about our shortcomings and never giving in to the bullshit.
Yeah, I said bullshit. I know a lot of great, loving, honest Christians who cuss like sailors.
You may notice that I use the word “honest” a lot. In my usually humble opinion being honest with yourself and with God is one of the keys to walking the walk. From what I’ve seen of you, you won’t have a problem with that.
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Honesty Rocks!! Yeah….Honesty hasn’t been a big issue for me. And the cursing…..you know it’s okay with me. That’s more of a role model for my kids thing than a “Burn in hell” kind of thing. I’ve become a bit too mouthy around the kids lately, due to a lack of patience I also need to work on. It’s just a domino effect!
Love you. Love being back and can’t wait to harass you on a regular basis.
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😀
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I’m glad to see you back and pleased you are on a path that makes you happy. I’m pretty sure the world would still survive if everyone stop cursing. It isn’t for everyone. It isn’t for me. For some it is their everyday language and my brain tends to filter it out as they don’t even realize they are doing it. Others do it for shock value and it almost always sounds vulgar. I’m looking forward to reading what lies ahead for you.
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I’m looking forward to this journey myself. And….I agree. There is nothing wrong with using your words wisely.
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Aw, this was a really good post. Finding the time
and actual effort to produce a very good article? but what can I say?
I hesitate a whole lot and don’t seem to get nearly anything done.
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