A return, an apology, and an offering
Hello.
I once sought mental health support here, and received it in kind. I wanted to make an effort to return the kindness, and try to bring a little positivity to this space. I think I did well, but my emotions got the better of me, and I over-extended.
I am sorry if I caused confusion or upset. I never aim to do that. Sometimes, it feels I am still pushed to be perfect, please everyone at the same time. But, misunderstanding just preserves the right time for clarity. Regardless, I will try my best to just be normal, and do my very small part in this wonderful community.
I write. Poems, stories, reflections... and now, jokes. Comedy is a pretty art, and I would like to share some. People say that laughter is the best medicine, and I can see why. I don't think it's the only medicine in a balanced life, and that is why I will share stories, too.
I am still happy to engage on a personal level, but I am working full-time without pay. That is the nature of writing before one has published.
So, here are a few jokes.
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"Reality is Responsible"
I was trying to think of a joke. I thought of the punchline before the opening.
"Reality is responsible."
But, could that be questioned? Can you imagine reality being *irresponsible*?
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"Good Night, Morning"
What did the sun say to the morning?
"Good night."
The clouds heard this, clear as day, and whispered a breeze:
"That's not right! It's not time! It's certainly day!"
The sky interjected, chimed in, a silent mirror that simply reflected the thought into a different colour:
"I think the sun was just reminding the morning that night is good. For, we tend to forget. I forget myself, from time to time."
An earth-splitting joke? Not really. More like the drifting thoughts of a river that lost its voice.
I hope there's no thunderous applause. Thunder can come with lightning and rain, and I'm not looking to bring the house down. Just look on the bright side of night.
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"Element of Surprise"
What did the lightning say to the fire?
"I wish I could last as long as you."
Well, that dampened the mood.
What would the air think about all of this?
That's not a very grounded thought.
What do the elements think?
That's an electrifying notion. It makes my heart burn like the ocean. It lifts my spirits, thinking there could be something solid to this.
I hope I don't cause explosive laughter. I'm just trying to bring everyone back down to Earth, with a little light humour.
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"A Deep Joke"
Want to hear a joke with some height? It has a lot of depth, but is a bit of a tall order.
Probably a bit shallow. Seems to have left the room flat.
I hope you can see the up side.
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"Crossing the Road"
What do you get when you cross a chicken with a road?
I imagine both would be quite cross.
@Tinywhisper11
@Amanda84
@Torean
@azurePond
@PiecesOfWhoeverIWas
@DemiMondaine
@fossilfellow
@Creamyyy
@cyanessence
Ah, my friend, how I have missed you 🥰
Don't ever feel you have to over extend yourself.
Your presence.
Your poetry.
Your intelligence and magical way with words are a comfort and a joy to me 💕💜
@Amanda84
I have cried for this place, and the people here.
The message, all my life, was clear: be balanced, be kind, discard intensity. Be like water, a pleasant memory.
So, I took the advice, and calmed my storm. It was hard, but this is my new dawn.
All I want is friends. Kindness. Simple presence and understanding. No more darkness, no more fighting.
My life has been rough. Quite a fight. I had to cling to hope, to light. But, how can I avoid ever causing hurt? So, I will temper myself, and learn and learn.
I'm glad to be back, but I am scared. I'm sensitive to rejection, and frightened of gratitude. I see even love can cut to the bone. So, I guess I will have to lower my tone.
I once felt alone. That's not really the case any more. But, we can learn and grow together, through art, writing, and gentle conversation.
I really am an open book, but my words are never felt if they are never read.
@cyanessence
You are someone I genuinely consider a friend here.
I never want you to be anything more than yourself.
The good.
The intense.
The awkward.
Whatever that may be, I've got your back 🥰
@Amanda84
Amanda!
Give back my back! I need that! I can't stand it sometimes, but I need it to stand!
I'm sorry
I tried not to be
More than myself
But time has a habit
Of teaching me its wealth
Of curiosities
I will admit: I've got your back, too.
@cyanessence
"not a very grounded thought." 😂
Welcome back homie
@cyanessence I've been also taking a back seat lately, I haven't been around much I'm working on my own mind also trying not to fight but just live💖 sometimes we need to be there for ourselves and that's ok 💖 but it is great to hear from you 💖 gives you a giant tiny hug 💗
@Tinywhisper11
@Amanda84
@Tinywhisper11
That giant tiny hug
Seemingly small, yet so much
I wish you well, dear friend
Take your time to mend
When you can
At your own pace, in your own way
You say so much
With your cool and gentle presence
A tiny whisper
A message
That cuts through noise
An essential essence
@cyanessence 💖😁 thankyou, I love you soooo much 💖 merry Christmas sweetie 💖
@cyanessence
I love. your writing and I’m so glad you shared it here.
@cyanessence Hi friend! ❤️ I’m sorry for another late reply from me. I came back recently from an unplanned extended break myself, and am working through notifications. I feel some of the things you have expressed here as well. You always seem to have a way of doing that.
Cyan, when I see your name pop up, I don’t think of something I need or must have from you. I see it and look forward to reading about your thoughts in your life, how you’re doing, and the insights your experiences offer me into my own life. We are all here sharing, supporting each other in our individual journeys. None of us owes anything to another, the love just sort of happens. I just want you to be you, to be here as You need, to participate in what you feel pulled to as you feel up to it.
Be well, dear friend. Your heart and mind are a treasure. I feel blessed to have been able to witness your writings. Much love to you. ❤️🙏
@PiecesOfWhoeverIWas
The pieces of whoever I was
Dissolve into completeness
When I witness
Such kindness
From a human being
It's not necessary
To hear me
I struggle to take myself seriously
But I really do appreciate
Feeling seen
I'm really quite fine
Excited, even
To wander through wonder
Into a brighter future
I couldn't do this
Without all my friends
Here, on 7 Cups
People I find
Make me feel found
A must, when one is up and down
@cyanessence
You have nothing to apologise for, we are all human. You did a kind and generous thing, by putting yourself out there and that takes courage.
Honestly, the truth no one will tell you, is that every single one of us is messed up, confused and trying not to fall apart in front of each other. You were brave to show your humanity and the world needs more people courageous enough to show their truth.