tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post8579552638058051851..comments2023-10-22T10:31:09.224-04:00Comments on Just BEing John-Michael: Integrated and Segrated RelationshipsJohn-Michaelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-5942447121283347912008-11-25T21:44:00.000-05:002008-11-25T21:44:00.000-05:00I have frequently thanked those 'Powers' for the G...I have frequently thanked those 'Powers' for the Gift of our lovely Friendship, as well, My Dearest <B><I>NiteByrd</I></B>. You encourage, and make me better than I was. <BR/><BR/>I love you ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-24227835111020069382008-11-25T21:41:00.000-05:002008-11-25T21:41:00.000-05:00My Dear SulDog Friend, I can not better express my...My Dear <B><I>SulDog</I></B> Friend, I can not better express my Self than the words already sent to you in the E-card. So I lovingly repeat their truth here ... <BR/><BR/>"<I>Many have been the times, when I have been calmed, comforted, encouraged, and made comfortable, in an otherwise discomforted moment, by a thought of, or a note from, You, My friend.While I freely give my Self license to love my world, I know a place of singular endearment and fondness in my Heart ... that is yours alone. Love Ya,</I> <B><I>Jim</I></B>."<BR/><BR/>Amen!John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-71920484145709817532008-11-25T21:35:00.000-05:002008-11-25T21:35:00.000-05:00Though I often doubted my abilities to sustain the...Though I often doubted my abilities to sustain the test of many of those "limits" pushed to ... I am grateful for the Grace and fortitude that was gifted to me when I most needed it, My <B><I>Anonymous</I></B> Friend. (and I thank you for your oh-so-kind words about the tracks of the miles left on my countenance. [smile])<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-9765533831821593012008-11-25T21:31:00.000-05:002008-11-25T21:31:00.000-05:00I thank you for your constant generosity and kindn...I thank you for your constant generosity and kindness, My Darling <B><I>Rose</I></B>. I will be forever indebted to Life for all of the wonder and treasure that Matthew brought into my life.<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-5264864953255309792008-11-19T15:42:00.001-05:002008-11-19T15:42:00.001-05:00The Powers That Be knew you were the right person ...The Powers That Be knew you were the right person to become a Parent for your son. They are so wise.nitebyrdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04967190902623933068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-76913608058558575802008-11-19T15:42:00.000-05:002008-11-19T15:42:00.000-05:00John-Michael:I won't be posting anything for a cou...John-Michael:<BR/><BR/>I won't be posting anything for a couple of weeks, but I would feel terrible if I didn't stop by and wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! You're one of the most sincere and caring individuals I know on-line, and I'm definitely thankful to have met up here.<BR/><BR/>JimSuldoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07778845367184916684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-72553399808770645622008-11-16T03:42:00.000-05:002008-11-16T03:42:00.000-05:00Every child that faces challenges should be so for...Every child that faces challenges should be so fortunate to have someone like you in their life (of course there is no one just like you). I believe like Suldog that we never get more then we can handle BUT sometimes "the man upstairs" pushes that to the limit. By the way John-Michael I think you are even more handsome now then ever. You've aged or matured very nicely (coy smile).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-28429732945924605172008-11-15T17:48:00.000-05:002008-11-15T17:48:00.000-05:00John-Michael,I agree with Suldog, and I'm also so ...John-Michael,<BR/>I agree with Suldog, and I'm also so happy that your son was lucky enough to have you as his father. A lucky boy indeed!<BR/>Hugs,<BR/>RoseKissing of the Frogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11621769823368917856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-26612498295840024562008-11-15T10:30:00.000-05:002008-11-15T10:30:00.000-05:00Darling, Darling Lime ... you are ever-so right. T...Darling, Darling <B><I>Lime</I></B> ... you are ever-so right. This "food for thought" is yet another choice of considerations on life's 'Perspective Buffet.' And (as you so rightly point out) some of us find smaller helpings of this course more palatable and others might find their temperament inclined toward rejection of these views altogether. I merely serve my 'dish' up for the election of each 'Diner's' option.<BR/><BR/>Loving ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-6198946183670815352008-11-15T10:22:00.000-05:002008-11-15T10:22:00.000-05:00Lisa, Dear Sweet One, your unfailing kindness touc...<B><I>Lisa</I></B>, Dear Sweet One, your unfailing kindness touches my Soul. And your thoughtful reflections are (as always) a welcome illumination.<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-39123547203370550552008-11-15T10:19:00.000-05:002008-11-15T10:19:00.000-05:00SulDog, Dear Friend, this Gift of our discovery of...<B><I>SulDog</I></B>, Dear Friend, this Gift of our discovery of each other, is something that I enjoy reflecting on with frequent smiles and feelings of pleasant gratitude. I relish your Presence in my life. And truly do love you, <B><I>Jim</I></B>.<BR/><BR/>Admiringly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-25991223069794589542008-11-15T09:31:00.000-05:002008-11-15T09:31:00.000-05:00quite a lot of food for thought here....especially...quite a lot of food for thought here....especially when i consider how different personalities interpret that oneness...limehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17259558876349307173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-63058239260152772692008-11-14T19:03:00.000-05:002008-11-14T19:03:00.000-05:00Fortunately, for me, and y children, My Dear Willo...Fortunately, for me, and y children, My Dear <B><I>Willow</I></B>, I always had an awareness (though it was never codified or spoken of) of the unhappiness and emptiness that my Dad felt in his inability to be integrated into the lives of others. I sensed that he wanted to "go there," but was not equipped (by virtue of an absence of experience in receiving such a blessing, and/or any guidance or training in the art) to do so. And, I knew how I felt with the void created by the absence of that intimacy of Relationship in my Being. Hence, I came into Parenthood with this resoundingly alive awareness of the innate value of totally inclusive relationships. So, My Darling, my choices were facilitated by this state of readiness.<BR/><BR/>Your kind and generous thoughts do give me a warm and appreciative inner-smile of gratitude. Thank you!<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-56506934328049688732008-11-14T18:04:00.000-05:002008-11-14T18:04:00.000-05:00I totally agree with your clarification on the rol...I totally agree with your clarification on the role of being a parent, JM. Wise words, indeed, and very thought provoking. Your children are so incredibly lucky to have you as their father!Tess Kincaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04889725786678984293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-70603013618889353702008-11-14T16:51:00.000-05:002008-11-14T16:51:00.000-05:00I can't imagine only going through the motions of ...I can't imagine only going through the motions of parenting, although sometimes one does slip into that unknowingly and must resurface. There is so much that these wonderful little beings can teach us and show us. I find every year and each stage shares something. I love seeing my boys growing into young men and I truly like them, as well as love them. <BR/><BR/>I am certain that you were, and are, an amazing Father John-Michael. Your son, as well as yourself, received the beautiful gift of one another. <BR/><BR/>Lisa L.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com