I think my S.A.D. is setting in a bit early this year, I’m all unmotivated and un-fun and and a bit weepy and stuff, so I sympathize, Geo.
You and Sua need to move here. That would make everyone happier.
Love,
mags
punny, darlin’, it depends on how obnoxious you plan on being.
And here’s another hug for {{mags}}, who just might be on to something. 
I do love the ChiDopers.
Oh, and I almost forgot: {{caircair}} Thanks!
{{{sis}}} Give me a call. I really want to talk. I love you.
And the MiDoper (Miami, not Michigan) loves you back, Geo. Here comes a cyber-thought of good times around the corner:
Ffffffsssssssssttttttt - THWOCK!
Good! Right on target! It may take a few minutes to take effect, but it is a sure fixin’ fer what’s illin’ ya!
I think you’re singin’ my song, GeoBabe. I was feeling exactly that way for several months up until very recently. It seemed like everything I had come to depend on had just become so distant, and that all the dream I had that were all so clear before now seemed so uncertain, like I was trapped beyond their reach. Waiting it out doesn’t always work though. I found that out the hard way.
Things still arent’ going exactly like I’d like, but I’ve begun to accept my losses, and “make lemonade”. I can really only hope that things get better for me. I wish I did have an answer for you, but I don’t. All I can tell you is that I’ve learned one thing, and that is this: no matter how it seems, or how you’ve convinced yourself to feel, nothing is ever not ok. Sometimes thigns suck, but things always change. If your life has a major crisis, your life will change to accommodate it. Change is uncomfortable as hell most of the time, but in the end, everything coems out ok, somehow.
I hope this helps a little.
Good luck.
flup till you can flup no more!!!
The last ChiDope girl checking in! I didn’t get to know you very well, Geo, but I certainly liked what I did get to know. I hope you feel better soon! Maybe you could make it to Jen’s party in October?? That’s enough to put anybody in a good mood, I would think.
I’ve been obscenely happy for the last few months – I wish I could bottle some of it and send it your way.
And now a Chi-Dope boy, too. Kid, please know that, no matter how dark it seems, Superdude will still grab your ass.
{{{{{GeoBabe}}}}}
You want 2 or 3 of us to go grab Sua, crate him up, and mail him to you? 
Oh, would you please? That would help ever so much.
And now for the hugs!
{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{AnitaSis}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} Love you, too.
{{{UncleBill}}} Ow! What was that? Oh…thanks!
{{flup}} Everything is temporary.
{{{boli}}} I’m feeling better already!
{{{dropzone}}} Ever ready to offer services, sometimes even his own!
and of course, {{{{{lurkernomore}}}}} 'nuff said.
Thanks to those who sent emails. Keep 'em coming! I love how Dopers take care of each other…makes this place SO much more than “just a message board.” I’m feeling a lot better now, by the way.
And the clouds return.
The problem is, the situation that is making me sad is largely beyond my control, so when it’s not going the way I want it to, there’s not a lot I can do about it. Some days, I can just grin and bear it, but some days are really tough.
:(:(
I’m dealing with a heck-of-a bout of homesickness right now, so I know how you feel Geo. I haven’t played with my wolf hybrid mutt in almost one month. So, believe me, I believe you.
Now go out and light off some explosives, lean your head out the window and let out a good yell or brew up a cup of hot chocolate (with lots of whipping cream or tiny marshmallows) and snuggle up with your favorite trash book. One of those ought to work.
I don’t do cyberhugs much, so instead I’ll just send you some happy thoughts all the way across the Pacific ocean from here in Taiwan. Now go out and play!
If you can, drive somewhere that you have never been to before…a park, the woods, a beach. Sit yourself down. Look around. Be amazed at how fresh the world looks. Breathe in deeply. Feel the wind in your hair. Listen to the sound of children laughing or birds singing. Feel the grass or sand between your toes.
Be in awe of how incredible this world is. Remember how fortunate you are to have friends and family who love you. Think back to better times and know that times will be good again. Rejoice in this thing we call life and count your blessings.
Know that this feeling you carry of hurt or despair or anxiety will pass.
…and never forget that you have the love and support of all of us here on the boards. If there is anything that any of us can do for you, you need but ask…we are here.
all my best,
Scott
I’m so sorry, Geobabe honey.
Lots of wise suggestions have been made, and I don’t have anything to add except that when I am blue about a situation beyond my control, a nice long hot bath (with a good book) always makes things look better. It may not solve anything, but I guess it relaxes me or something, and then I realize that I can handle whatever it is. I know that this isn’t very helpful…sorry.
If you accept cyberhugs, please accept mine (given with all sincerity)
(((((((((Geobabe))))))))))
I hope things look better soon, honey. You are too wonderful to have bad or less than terrific things happen to you.
Much Love,
Cheri
Sorry to hear about this Geobabe.
Hope you feel much better soon.
Remember, you have many friends here who love and respect you, and then there are those who you really don’t know, but who respect and admire you none the less.
Why, thank you. That means more than I can say to hear (read) that.
Thanks for the suggestions, Zenster, poohpah chalupa, and Scotticher {{{{{Cheri}}}}}. Unfortunately, I have to work ALL day today (11:30 AM to midnight), but tomorrow I’ll be going to RTFirefly’s cookout and spending time with dear friends, so that will help tremendously. I just have to get through the rest of this very long and boring day, but I’m sure I’ll make it.
To quote the old commercial: “Thanks for your support.”
{{{{{{Geobabe}}}}}}
Bob’s your uncle, love that screen name! Gives me a giggle, and that’s always a good thing.
{{{{{Cajun Man}}}}}
My deepest and most heartfelt thanks again to everyone who posted here, sent me emails, or both. It’s kind of hard to keep feeling sorry for yourself when so many people pipe up to tell you how great they think you are. I think you’re all pretty great too.
Bummer Geobabe, I know the feeling. I am not there at the moment but usually when I am feeling under-motivated and blue I close all the windows and doors, get out a bottle of my favorite drink (lately it’s Captain Morgan’s Spiced Rum and RW Knudsens Coconut and Pineapple juice) crank the tunes to sad or mellow music and cry a little. After a while I start with the happier music then dance around like a fool.
Yep, it’s a strange way to work through my icky feelings but it usually works for me.
If that’s not your cup of tea, go to to the local ice rink and watch the kids skate. Some of those kids are so funny on the ice you can’t help but smile a little.
Or go buy some fresh flowers, light some candles and soak in the tub.
Read a scary book!
And if even still those doesn’t sound like something you want to do, then go with the feelings. Sometimes that’s the only way to get out of a funk, but try not to feel them too long it can really suck you under. That’s never fun.
Hope you are feeling better today.