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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsI'm really depressed so I paint.
that's not even helping. My friends can be very rude.
I invite them for Thanksgiving and start arguing with me in my house.
No respect at all so that's my last Thanksgiving having guests.
XanaDUer2
(14,618 posts)hlthe2b
(106,778 posts)But when my last pup died, I pretty much did nothing but walk for months, in between work (and usually while listening to sad, cathartic music). It helps. At least me.
Then again, I can't paint...
bucolic_frolic
(47,607 posts)and therefore not disappointed very much. Maybe it's the same demons that surface in other parts of life.
Your photo is not showing up .... don't know if it's supposed to or not.
orleans
(35,270 posts)so the rest of us can see it.
https://postimages.org/
LiberalLoner
(10,222 posts)orleans
(35,270 posts)LiberalLoner
(10,222 posts)MLAA
(18,676 posts)Cull the invite list dramatically and maybe go out for a meal next year. 🩷🩷🩷🩷.
Clouds Passing
(2,716 posts)Maraya1969
(23,025 posts)They probably don't realize how they are hurting you. Remember you always have friends here.
Faux pas
(15,426 posts)is an assholes, from the tiny irritating kind to the gigantic kind. How do you friends rate on that scale ⚖🤔
I am sorry they ruined you day
electric_blue68
(18,723 posts)samplegirl
(12,155 posts)I can't take it anymore then say it's a joke!
Meowmee
(6,125 posts)Sorry about your friends, that is awful. 🤗 Maybe find some new friends who are more respectful.
maspaha
(403 posts)The complete abandonment of courtesy and kindness replaced by insults and threats is what makes me most sad
LoisB
(9,025 posts)electric_blue68
(18,723 posts)You go out of your way to prepare a welcoming get togther? Shame on them!
FirstLight
(14,311 posts)Sorry about the assholes... definitely never invite them again.
Im depressed for other reasons, spent yesterday alone. Trying to motivate to eat something and though there's stuff to make, i just wanna order pizza and cry
summer_in_TX
(3,294 posts)I hope today was a better day.
Rebl2
(14,954 posts)this happened to you.
niyad
(120,673 posts)Last edited Fri Nov 29, 2024, 11:20 PM - Edit history (1)
You do not deserve such disrespect and rudeness anywhere, much less in your own home.
Ahh, now I can see it. .a truly charming painting, so thank you for sharing. I am just so sorry that you had such a nasty experience..
DeeNice
(579 posts)Tried on ipad and android phone, didnt show on either.
niyad
(120,673 posts)And its important! Darn.
niyad
(120,673 posts)Sweet!
samplegirl
(12,155 posts)of what I don't do for them. Nobody thinks maybe I'm tired of doing everything.
niyad
(120,673 posts)recognize. Friends cherish one, support one, are kind, and thoughtful. They do NOT say cruel things, and then insist they are "jokes". They do NOT start arguments in one's home. I do not know how much you must interact with them regularly, but I would limit as much as possible if there are reasons you cannot eliminate them entirely.
Know that you are loved and cherished and appreciated here.
Blue Full Moon
(1,326 posts)BeerBarrelPolka
(1,439 posts)I'm sorry that happened to you.
I can't see the image for some reason.
niyad
(120,673 posts)3catwoman3
(25,677 posts)Seeing your lovely paintings always brings a smile to my face. I hope being able to create them will soon bring a smile to yours again.
Like several others, I'm not seeing an image in your OP.
niyad
(120,673 posts)lostnfound
(16,716 posts)who gives, yet gets taken for granted.
Abolishinist
(2,074 posts)niyad
(120,673 posts)DeeNice
(579 posts)Seriously though, sorry people are being shitty on a day when youre providing for them and trying to make it a special gathering.
H2O Man
(75,779 posts)I try to only interact with people I am fully comfortable with on holidays. I suppose that they are the only ones I interact with most all of the time. I recognize that I am fortunate to be able to do so. A lot of my friends tell me they have relatives, co-workers, and neighbors they can't stand, but have to interact with at times.
LiberalLoner
(10,222 posts)Food to eat, Im not in pain except for minor arthritis, and I have art supplies to play with, and the time to play with them. So my life right now is very good. And thats what Im really trying to concentrate on each day.
niyad
(120,673 posts)my kitty helps.
LiberalLoner
(10,222 posts)Diamond_Dog
(35,175 posts)Just stick with us here at DU. We are all your friends. 🙂
Its so disheartening the way Trump has given permission for idiots to come right out with insults and disrespect. Its all about me me me now.
I wish I could see your painting. For some reason its not showing up on my IPad.
niyad
(120,673 posts)Diamond_Dog
(35,175 posts)Ocelot II
(121,502 posts)Been staring at a blank canvas for a couple of weeks, can't find the energy to do anything with it.
Diamond_Dog
(35,175 posts)PJMcK
(23,009 posts)Lessons learned, you know?
At least you've learned who your compatriots are.
Peace, samplegirl. I look forward to your posts.
area51
(12,188 posts)You have friends here.
osteopath6
(115 posts)And absolutely gorgeous snuggle bear 🥰
Hope22
(3,104 posts)I always enjoy your painting. I hear you on the people. Sometimes they really suck. Im sorry thanksgiving was stressful! When I want to paint but cant get started I like to take a soft pencil and just write what I am feeling on the watercolor paper dark enough to read but soft enough to go into the painting. I write myself a message or a message to the world or the folks I dont agree with. Whatever feels good. Then I take a couple nice breaths and begin painting! I hope you are easy with yourself and can find some moments of peace. Hugs and love to you. 💗🙏🏼
JR11
(71 posts)The oppression is palpable these days. It's suffocating.
The people on the other side of the spectrum, chasing power, wealth and position, are led by something they always refuse to recognize. I suppose it must be bravado they gamble with, but in reality its always the incautious fool that loses, and sometimes wins. One things for sure, what you do and say effects others lives and experiences, sometimes in profound ways.
To summarize: Some are considerate while others are not.
bif
(24,257 posts)The Wandering Harper
(772 posts)and here's to shedding ingrates
Solly Mack
(93,210 posts)StarryNite
(10,912 posts)Niagara
(9,908 posts)I'm glad that you have an outlet with painting.
I like your painting. I hope that you continue with painting.
Beachnutt
(8,178 posts)Hope you have a GREAT DAY Today, gimme a hug.
Nittersing
(6,919 posts)I'm just learning... Hope you're feeling a bit better today.
orleans
(35,270 posts)arthritisR_US
(7,632 posts)worried and depressed for you guys but keep on painting because that was so masterful and wonderful and it made me smile. Your work is marvellous please keep it up and post it here because it will not only help you but all of us👍🏼🥰