There's been a lot of negativity going on around here lately. It affects us, and we end up taking the negativity from here and depositing it elsewhere. Whether it's towards our significant others, or our school chums, our children, our friends... The negativity takes a toll on all of us. It has a snow-ball effect sometimes and I see people "screaming" at each other for no other reason besides from the fact that they disagree with you(I put the word screaming in quotes because the only way we can "scream" at each other is through boldface type and italics and such). Or maybe it's a profound philosophical difference, but in my opinion, that's not something that will be so easily changed by an exchange of banter on a blogging site.
So I devised this little exercise. I want you to write something nice about someone. Just like negativity, positivity has a way of snowballing, too, you know? You can say something positive about ANY SoulCaster you wish, but your very first praise HAS to be about the person who commented before you. You can choose to reveal your admiration towards other SoulCasters if you wish, but only after you've said something nice about the person directly above you. Sounds good? Have I made myself clear here?
If you don't know anything about the person who commented before you, there are a few things you can do. 1. You can learn more about them by visiting their blog and reading something by and about them, or 2. You can just make something up. :)
Well, what are you waiting for? I'm waiting....
Thanks for stopping by,
Grape.
P.S. I'll be stopping in here every once in a while to make sure you're all playing fair and honest(also to fish for compliments and praises). :D Should I find a negative comment on here, you will promptly be deleted(but not necessarily be banned, unless you spam).
GrapeKoolaid posted on Mar 05, 2008
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killingme4u said on Mar 05, 2008....
ok.your very thoughtful.....i could probley do better than that....hey still wanna try gator dew :) -
pickersplock said on Mar 05, 2008....
Grape is pithy and articulate! He's a good speller too!Seriously, don't you love his description?He's one of the kindest bloggers here, and he's fun to flirt with.At least that's what Ginger told me! LOL -
killingme4u said on Mar 05, 2008....
sorry damn phone messed me up.so grape.i like reading your blog often.your a big hearted person.never talked with ya,but know i do like ya.see ya around.... -
pickersplock said on Mar 05, 2008....
Hey, foul!I din't see your comment killingme!Does that mean I have to say something nice about you too? -
killingme4u said on Mar 05, 2008....
don't worry about it pickersplock.how are YOU?now i don't think i've ever talked to you at all..... -
pickersplock said on Mar 05, 2008....
That was really weird. How'd I do that?I tried to edit din't and change it to didn't and the whole thing went haywire!I give up, I'm jinxed! -
Zayda said on Mar 05, 2008....
pickers makes some of the funniest darn posts on soulcast. -
the_infernal_optimist said on Mar 05, 2008....
Zayda takes great pictures of everything from ice to mausoleums.
~Infernal
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Me-Myself&I said on Mar 05, 2008....
Infernal is one of the nicest, honest, green soul here on soulcast! without a doubt -
pickersplock said on Mar 05, 2008....
Oh, sheesh. Okay, killingme really knows how to be expressive, his/her (sorry, I don't know which) posts really stimulate the visceral raw emotions inside everyone!Aaaaannd, just to be extra nice, Zayda's recipe ideas are awesome!How's that everyone? -
fearing said on Mar 05, 2008....
I think Pickers is absolutely hilarious.
I'm still laughing at "crabstookmystuff" (from the screen name jumble post). -
polarheart said on Mar 05, 2008....
Yay, I got Fearing!! Fearing is one of the best friends I have. . .she is kind, caring and has the finest sense of humour I've come across in a long time. I love her to pieces! -
GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 05, 2008....
me4u: I admire your courage. Your writing about and through your crippling depression is something that I find very encouraging and admirable. I know you and I've had very limited interaction(if any) thus far, but we have plenty of time to change that, don't we? I look forward to it. :)
pickers: What's to say about pickers? I don't know if she knows this or not, but on top of her humorous posts, she's quite the poet. Much meaning belie her comical, seemingly irreverent posts.
Z: Our resident professor, only one clothed at this time. :D She's hawt! Though I've never met her, or seen her picture, her mind, her intellect, and her caring nature is what I find so beautiful. Irresistible, in fact.
internal: Her pensieve lends a glimpse of her wonderful world, inhabited by a linebacker baby. :) Her freight train of thought often leaves me stranded at the embankment, but always with a smile.
MM&I: A truly kind and wonderful soul. I am fortunate that she Casts here. Always accompanied by her smile, she rarely lets things get to her. Always able to see the brighter side of life, I admire her uplifting perspective. :)
fearing: A motherly figure to me. Her love and caring was instrumental in helping me get over a rough patch in my life a few months back. There were others, too, but she'll always occupy a special place in my heart for that reason alone. Plus, I think she may be right with God. If that's the case, it'll be in your best interest to get right with her. :)
polar: My South African friend(and no, she's not an Au-pair that I met on the train) currently residing in the UK. She's the resident SC guru for noobies. Always there to lend a helping hand, her kindness shows through in her posts and comments. Another one who's right with God. So, if you want to get on God's good side, better get on polar's good side, too. :)
Now we're gettin' it! Glad you're all here. Please, don't mind me. Continue! :D
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MissMimi said on Mar 05, 2008....
GrapeApe is a gentleman and a gentle man. He reached out to me when I was at a very low point in my life. His compassion and concern touched me deeply. -
fearing said on Mar 05, 2008....
Oh Grapey, that was one of the nicest and sweetest things anyone has ever said about me. You're tuggin' at heart strings and tears over here.
P.s. - Polar sweety, you are one of the best friends I have too. I wouldn't trade you for all the money in the world. You are that important to me.
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Me-Myself&I said on Mar 05, 2008....
MissMimi has a heart of gold!Grape, Thank you! -
fearing said on Mar 05, 2008....
(I keep getting in the way of somone's comment and I'm too late so I'm backing out slowly.
Whoever shows up next, please skip me and do the person above me. I just look like I'm itching for a compliment. :-) )
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silverwhisper said on Mar 05, 2008....
fearing is a charming, warm woman whose good nature could sweeten a pitcher of tea all the way from maine.
just cuz i'm being difficult, fearing... :D
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Zayda said on Mar 05, 2008....
Silver is one of the dearest friends anyone could have.
And Grape, you just made me blush. Thank you. -
GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 05, 2008....
ed: The ever-present voice of reason in my eyes. Says more with a trout than I ever could with words. :D
Remember, I said you can say nice things about any SoulCaster, as long as you say something nice about the person directly above you first. So, in that spirit, I'll continue.
I've always admired HBC's candor, brutal honesty and his heart. He's my renegade preacher and I am a flock of one(though I may be a black sheep).
Please, continue on with the virtual group hug. Don't mind me.
Z: Gotta step out for a minute, but I'll be back in a few hours... :)
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Zayda said on Mar 05, 2008....
Grape is one of the most thoughtful and introspective people I know. And he has a great talent for writing science fiction.
Ahhh...I miss HBC: irreverent, spiritual, loving. -
Madd-Shame said on Mar 05, 2008....
New to the community and already feeling welcome. I visited Zayda's blog and did not see anything good to comment on. I saw great things. She's a fantastic blogger with quite the eye for photographic detail. I bet I could look good if she took a picture of me.
Kindly visit my blog and let me know what you think.
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CreativeWoman said on Mar 05, 2008....
I just visited Madd-Shame's blog and left a comment. It's quite interesting. There are sticky notes woven into a post about Jesus. Welcome to SoulCast.
(Grape, you've done a great post. Thoughtful as always.)
CW
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vacantmind said on Mar 05, 2008....
CW is an honest sweet woman who will just tell you like it is. She has a tendency to speak her mind in the nicest way possible. -
uniquely-ironic said on Mar 05, 2008....
CW is one of the most tender hearted SC members I know. I love that despite having to deal with family that is often unkind that she doesn't stoop to their level, but behaves with dignity.I also need to send a special thank you out to polar, destiny, trav and botoni. They helped me keep what bits of sanity I had before the wedding. There were many others of course, but those four let me pour my heart out and still liked me afterward :)I also enjoy reading ET, Nurse, JBox and SW. They always have a "kicky" response to life and it's many wonders.Skald, SL, MM&I, MissMimi,TIO, Mamie and any of the ladies I may have forgotten, you all are going to have to come on out to CA and we'll have a 3 margarita lunch while we discuss our evil plans for the men of SC ;) -
Jenna said on Mar 05, 2008....
Oh I got an easy one.....CW...You are completely true. You always speak from the heart and always offer words of support to others. I know you have a lot going on in your life but some how you always reach out to others.......
And I am I allowed to continue on? So many others here offer kind words.......
Mamie...she is always sharing insight to our world.
Our dear paper......does she not make you feel wonderful and needed?
Secret...she shares her life and how can you not love that?
And then there is Ginger.....don't we all want to scoop her her up and protect her from life?
And then there is (You )grape, mobil, satyr.....offering words of advice ...
I hope you consider this something nice......
Sleep well!
jen
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Mamie said on Mar 05, 2008....
hehe, I got an easy one too! Jenna is a wonderfully complex woman who is realllllly fun and the best to go to when you want to cause a commotion somewhere!! She dreams big!! -
gingersoul said on Mar 05, 2008....
Jenna...oh no, i got the easier one around...speaking nice things about you is like saying the sun is in the sky...lol...too easy....
You have always been one of my favorite Scasters...a woman full of complexity and joy for life, able to raise from her dark moments with a smile and with a word of support and encouragement for everybody. Your friendship with Mamie had deeply touched me in many occasions....{hugs}
And Mamie is another jewel here...funny, witty, compassionate and so sweet...full of courage and an immense heart....{hug}
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the_infernal_optimist said on Mar 05, 2008....
I heartily second what ginger said about Jenna and Mamie. :)
And ginger is one of the deep veins of passion here at SC. She is a master storyteller who weaves beauty even into her pain.
~Infernal
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travelr712 said on Mar 05, 2008....
the infernal optimist is one of the kindest souls i've ever known. she cares about everyone in a genuine way, even when troubles visit her life. she also has a delightfully ironic sense of humor. -
Twylarants said on Mar 05, 2008....
My turn, my turn! Trav is a very kind person, a good dad, poet and songwriter.
Grape, this was the nicest idea...I just came home from work and this was so nice to come home to after all the ugliness of late.
I can't name everyone because I'll leave someone out accidentally, but I just love all the Ms, and Ws, and Ps....all A to Z of you.
This took a long time to write, so if anyone else commented before I was done, I like you too!
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gingersoul said on Mar 05, 2008....
Oh, sorry...but i have to stop here again and thank Infernal.....really, i am very touched by your words ...thank you!.
And Twyla....since i am here....you are one of the funniest bloggers ever....i remember i guessed right your apperance but it happened just because you are so lively and intense that i can imagine you in front of me anytime i read you. I am glad you found Soulcast!
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secretlife said on Mar 05, 2008....
Twylarants: she can make you LAUGH!!!
great post grape.
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secretlife said on Mar 05, 2008....
LOL...ginger you beat me!
ginger: a true friend. i can think of no greater compliment.
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GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 05, 2008....
secret: One of the most prolific bloggers on SoulCast. Largely responsible for this site being what it is. Her love of life shines through in every post. It would be no exaggeration to call her a pillar of the community, as she's so supportive. :)
MissMimi: A recently made great-aunt(congrats again!), and all around, a great lady. A terrific sense of humor, and an unmatched zest for life and all its crazy foibles.
Z: LOL Why you blushin? You've known that I've felt this way about you for some time, don't you? :D Just tellin' it like it is... Always have(try to, anyways). You have quite the knack for SF yourself, you know...
Yeah, I miss HBC, too. So apparently, we're a flock of two. :)
Madd-Shame: A relative new-comer, with only two posts, but boy! What posts!! Very interesting, though-provoking. You know that Mark was the oldest of the Synoptic gospels, but all the synoptic gospels draw from a mysterious "document Q", a proto-gospel that we haven't found yet? Though I'm sure you're already aware of this little tidbit, as I'm sure you know plenty more about the subject than I do. I'll echo CeeDub and say, "Welcome to SoulCast!!!"
CeeDub: What's to say about CW that hasn't already been said by others? There's a reason why people are lining up and singing your praises, you know? It's because you are praiseworthy. Very much so, in fact. You always remind me that there's an everlasting beauty in all of us, in all things. Though I've been absent many a times, you've always drawn me back to SoulCast. And for that, you'll always have my gratitude.
vacant: Not as ordinary as she paints herself to be. An artist, a model, and a terrific butt! :D Turns the pains of life into beautiful posts about life. Much wisdom and true beauty lie just beneath the surface of her seemingly plain exterior.
uni: Our recent newlywed(congrats again!!!). Her name really fits her, I think. A truly unique soul, in my opinion. Her blogs about life always leaves one feeling warm, and wanting more.
Jenna: Another fellow SoulCast vet who refuses to fall by the wayside. I love her outlook on things. She's been blogging off and on as long as I have. I think she's a gentle soul. Very kind.
Mamie: Biting wit. One of the sharpest knife in the drawer, to boot. :D More than that, an incredibly positive influence in my life. The sweetheart of SoulCast. If ya don't know, now you know....
ginger: Has an inexhaustible capacity to care. Has a heart bigger than the State of Texas. Global, cosmopolitan beauty with brains to match. Like infernal says, a masterful storyteller who captures my breath often. Has a keen insight and an inviting nature that compels people to disclose things about themselves. Wields her feminine demure with a hammer.
infernal: Is actually quite the wordsmith. Possessor of many literary gems.
travelr: Embodiment of the phrase, "Life is a journey, not a destination". A wonderful person to have with on your travels. I can plainly see the "welcome" sign in front of trav's door(blog) and I always make sure to wipe my feet before I enter. :)
Twyla: I've met her recently, and I love her sense of humor. A fellow (former)bookseller, hates the bestseller wall like I do. :) I'd share a smoke with her, but she recently quit. Dare I tempt her? :D
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CreativeWoman said on Mar 05, 2008....
I get to say something nice about my purple friend. :-D
Grape you are one of those all around great guys. You are kind to everyone and I always find something uplifting in your posts. Thank you for that.
You can also add flatterer to your list of praises or else I must have one heck of a magnetic personality if I keep pulling you back here. :-)
Thank you to Vacant, Jenna and UI for saying such sweet things about me. I think you guys are great too!
CW
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GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 05, 2008....
CeeDub: Flatterer? I resent that... :) I call it like I see it, is all. Plus, you do have a magnetic personality. >:P -
Fallyn said on Mar 05, 2008....
okie dokie grape.
i haven't known you long...and only recently started commenting on your blogs....but my goodness.
i feel a kinship of sorts there......which is nice and rare.
you're posts are interesting in a human way......not that there is really any other way.
um....er...yeah. *grin*
i like grape. *grin*
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the_infernal_optimist said on Mar 06, 2008....
Fallyn is a kaleidoscope of intricate emotions - beautiful, haunting, and a damned good friend besides. :)
~Infernal
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moonriver said on Mar 06, 2008....
infernal is exactly as her profile says -- an infinite emerald soul, wide open -- and much more. i like the way she writes about the things close to her, the things she sees. her two children, her dh, her dreams and hopes. a very smart girl who doesn't let on how smart she really is. whenever i read her, i recall wild horses of the camargue. why? i'm still tryin to figure it out myself.... ;-)
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Fallyn said on Mar 06, 2008....
oh ferny.......*soooo completely flattered!* ......
oh...and moon. *grin*.....so so intelligent, genuine.
interesting, and fascinating.
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TNA_UNBREAKABLE said on Mar 06, 2008....
Perfectly perfect! Negativity is a worthless emotion. Can't we all just get a bong? -
husbandhater said on Mar 06, 2008....
TNA is new. intersting, -
wombat said on Mar 06, 2008....
husbandhater: She is well-informed and writes with panache! I remember we used to "talk" awhile back, but I get lost sometimes and haven't said a personal hello to her lately. So, Hello husbandhater! Hope you are doing well out there!
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destinydiva said on Mar 06, 2008....
wombat!! wombie is lovley, has a heart of gold, and is really really funny, and wise :-) xx -
wombat said on Mar 06, 2008....
destinydiva: Awww. thanks...But you know, I seriously didn't think about when I commented that I would get one back. I appreciate it so much, though! -
MissMimi said on Mar 06, 2008....
wombie -- sweet and shy on the outside... hides a killer sense of humor. cute little minx... -
Zayda said on Mar 06, 2008....
Mimikins: She's a fantastic quilter and has a wicked sense of humor. -
silverwhisper said on Mar 06, 2008....
super z is an exceptional writer and thinker, but beyond that, a more insightful and caring friend you will not find in this life.
grape's a writer who really needs to trust himself more--cuz he's witty and clever in ways he does not yet fully appreciate.
u-i, you're so sweet to say that. that you have the time to do so w/ your imminent wedding says a lot about you. :>
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MissMimi said on Mar 06, 2008....
Silverwhisper -- a loyal friend, deep thinker, and talented writer. -
Mamie said on Mar 06, 2008....
yippee! I love this game!! Mimi is just the cats MEOW!! She always makes me laugh, always makes me feel good, always lifts my spirits!!thanks Grape for your comments too, awwwww, shucks!xo, Mamie -
the_infernal_optimist said on Mar 06, 2008....
Mimi is a real sweetheart who makes quilts almost as beautiful as her soul. :)
Mamie is a funny lady who makes my heart grin. :-D
Funny you should say that about wild horses, moon...I'll tell you why later! And thanks. [blushes]
Thanks too, to Grape and Trav. :) And u-i, I would love to be in on that gathering! :-D
~Infernal
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GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 06, 2008....
TIO: The wordsmith strikes again!!! Just look at her comments on here to start with, but go see her post titled, "untitled" :D and you'll see what I mean.
fallyn: A fellow stargazer who bares her(?) soul for all the world to see. Which requires far more courage than I could ever muster. I am secretly envious of her daring... Wait... Since I just said it, I guess I'm now openly envious. :)
Moonie: A quality that I've attributed to myself: "A silent invasion of the Asian persuasion". Cares much more than he lets on sometimes. Muddy hiking boots and field vest transform into sharp claws and dense fur when the moon is full. It would be wise to lock up your wives and daughters when moonie's on the prowl. :)
TNA: The new after-midnight blue poetess. Prone to rants sometimes. A new blogger with only a couple of posts, but I am looking forward to many more. Hope she makes it here.
husbandhater: Despite her handle, I get the feeling that she doesn't actually "hate". Asks important questions. Thought-provoking ones, too. A keen interest and insight into politics, a bright egg.
wombie: Our resident goof, jester and comic. When paired with pickers, becomes the Dynamic duo(I'll let you two fight over who gets to be Batman and who Robin. That ought to be good for a tussle or two, yeah? :D ) Her sense of humor belie the heart of gold that reside underneath. Truly a class act, IMO.
deedee: Our resident detective. Her open-minded nature and her willingness to accept others has gotten her into some hot water once or twice, but she trudges on, undeterred. Teams up with other troublemakers on the site to brew up controversies once in a while. Adds much needed tension and flavor to the sandlot.
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mobil said on Mar 06, 2008....
How'd I get stuck with ....the infernal optimist ? Is there anything really that I could come up with to say good about her? I'm at a loss really.Ok, let me put my positive thinking cap on !.....HMMMM....NOPE, I am not feelin it?Ok I have one, she's tidy......yeah i think she probably keeps her area, whatever very tidy. ... .. You know I am kidding right infernal? I do believe you to be tidy tho.Haha, Great post Grape, I'm still working on something positive about you, gonna be a long nite. -
destinydiva said on Mar 06, 2008....
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GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 06, 2008....
mobil: I don't need anything nice to be said about me... My smug sense of self-satisfaction's enough to power this house. :D For you, though, I have this: Our resident wild man and bear-hunter. Cares a lot more than he likes to admit. Has no problems giving people what for. A much needed reality check that I appreciate, like a cool breeze off the lake on a hot day.
deedee: I meant it as a compliment. I know you've had your ins and outs with various people here, but I know that you're good people. Sorry if I didn't do a good job in communicating that. I find language to be a clunky tool in expressing one's true thoughts sometimes.
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Zayda said on Mar 06, 2008....
Grape: He always finds a way to have a kind word for everyone. -
quietone said on Mar 06, 2008....
Zayda: Always very helpful and pleasant. She loves her flowers and her cats! :) I enjoy reading her posts. -
MissMimi said on Mar 06, 2008....
quiltedone -- such a sweetheart, and very crafty too. Sometime we need to go fabric shopping together. -
gingersoul said on Mar 06, 2008....
Mimi....MimiBelle ....from where i start with you? I admire your dignity, your witty comments, your lovely heart and how you show that suffering for an handicap doesn't mean "less" of anything. Actually, you are "more" than many people i know.....{hugs} -
Fallyn said on Mar 06, 2008....
oh grape. *grin* daring....i don't FEEL daring! .......but thankyou, that makes me feel good!
ginger. *grin* i know i don't know you well, but you are sweet, and have so many interests, you write about such a variety of things. and we all know, variety is the spice of life! *grin*
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mOOn_platOOn said on Mar 07, 2008....
Fallyn: has a vast heart and a love and wonder of family that is touching and insightful to read about. (PS > no one need feel compelled to come up with something nice about me next, I just wanted to participate is something so uniquely positive! I hope people aren't playing just to milk a compliment! lol -
the_infernal_optimist said on Mar 07, 2008....
mobil, you make me grin. :-D
mOOn_platOOn is full of surprises and thinks so far outside the box that I'm not sure he remembers what it looks like. ;-)
~Infernal
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mOOn_platOOn said on Mar 07, 2008....
Hmmm. *chuckle* well, IO - thanks --- I think. And thanks for spelling my name right.- OOps > infernal produces absolutely gorgeous children! -
Fallyn said on Mar 07, 2008....
i don't know about milking compliments, but when someone says something so incredibly cool about me...i cannot help but respond! it makes me feel so good, i feel obligated to say something to them.......to thank them for making me feel so good..........well....not "obligated" but......desperately needing to express what i'm feeling........but then my name ends up on the list again.....
i think it's one of those vicious cycle things.
*grin*
by the way....you add a brand of magic to the world that is desperately lacking. ......you're posts don't always make sense to me.....but god damn they sparkle. *grin*
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Lioness said on Mar 07, 2008....
I admire Fallyn's inner strength. She is candid and admirable.
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littleMamaMo said on Mar 07, 2008....
I've never encountered Lioness before but it's a cool screen name. Hints a fierceness, I will have to read some lioness posts :) -
GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 07, 2008....
Quality control on top of stuff, lilMaMo. ;) Will be back for you guys in a minute... -
GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 07, 2008....
mOOn: Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn, and caldron bubble. As his "incarnation" as Sithborg, he had turned this blogging world upside down once or twice. Our resident connection to Hollywood and pop culture(but the biting wit and sarcasm kind, the only kind worthy of my short attention). Needs to post more often to raise the overall quality of this site.
Lioness: A voice from long forgotten SoulCast past. Writes with much passion and feeling. More than just a ship passing in the night. :)
lilMaMo: A relative newcomer to this particular blogging site. Only has a few posts, but they're filled with raw emotion, candid and brutally honest(especially her last post). More people should read you.
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travelr712 said on Mar 07, 2008....
grapekoolaid goes out of his way to make everyone as comfortable as possible. that's a true definition of a gentleman. -
Fallyn said on Mar 07, 2008....
travelr, a good friend, a caring soul. i'm really glad to know him. *HUGS* -
silverwhisper said on Mar 08, 2008....
fallyn, a blogger who really puts the soul into soulcasting. very rarely have i felt another soulcaster's pain as sharply as when reading some of her first blog entries.
miss mimi is a woman who really lends meaning to the saying about still waters. i'd love to see her unleash the full extent of her snark some day b/c that day is way, way overdue.
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quietone said on Mar 08, 2008....
silverwhisper is always ready to lend a helping hand should we get stuck around these halls of SC. he is sincere, caring, and is such a good writer of words. I always learn something from his blogs~ -
polarheart said on Mar 08, 2008....
Quietone, is a lovely lady whom I am so proud to call my friend. She quietly goes about blessing people. . .an "under-cover angel" if you will. I cannot thank God enough for bringing this special woman into my life. -
silverwhisper said on Mar 08, 2008....
polarheart is a fantastic ambassador of her faith. i don't believe anything more can be said than that.
quietone, you're much too kind! i like reading your blogs b/c they're honest and heartfelt. ultimately, i want this place to be a place where we (broad)cast our souls--and you do that, every single time. :>
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the_infernal_optimist said on Mar 08, 2008....
ed has mad seafood skirmish skills...what, that doesn't count? :-p
Oh, fine. He's also an excellent listener, and I treasure my friendship with that snarky, lightning-fingered, brilliant, geeky, goofy, kind-hearted guy. :)
~Infernal
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MissMimi said on Mar 08, 2008....
The infernal optometrist is wise beyond her years. She's a great cheerleader, hugger, color consultant and all around good egg. ;) Infernal's just as cute as a bug's ear. -
mOOn_platOOn said on Mar 28, 2008....
MissMimi is polite and recycles consistently.Is anyone else a little disappointed that more of the usual suspects didn't participate in an opportunity to be generous?Let's keep this ball rolling. Get some of your absent SoulCast associates who may have missed this post originally or skipped it for some reason IN HERE!In fact, some folks are conspicuous by their absence! -
uniquely-ironic said on Mar 28, 2008....
m00n plat00n usually has an interesting view on most subjects. He is highly intellegent and a good communicator.
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fearing said on Mar 28, 2008....
U-I is a very sweet person that I enjoy reading. She has a great sense of humor and her hobbies include fit watching. She also is very good at recognizing shades of blue.
lol! hugs U-I!!!
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GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 28, 2008....
fearing: She kicks anemia in the face!!! With a word that rhymes with "giver"(Hint: Starts with the letter "L").
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fearing said on Mar 28, 2008....
That's just mean Grapey!
;-) .....but you made me laugh.
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silverwhisper said on Mar 29, 2008....
fearing's an absolute and adorable sweetheart. :>
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fearing said on Mar 29, 2008....
Ed is one of the coolest people in SC. He is an excellent writer, extremely sharp, very witty and has the most incredible sense of humor. He has a talent for useful information and is the fastest typer I know. Ed also says the sweetest compliments! I'm still on a high from the sweet tea compliment.
Hugs Ed!!!!
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Twylarants said on Mar 29, 2008....
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GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 29, 2008....
Twyla makes a good neighbor. She always has flour to borrow.
And plenty of sugar, too. :D
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quietone said on Mar 29, 2008....
I find grape to be an intellegent individual with a great sense of humor, I love reading his posts. He usually teaches me something new every day!! He is a keeper! hehe :)
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gingersoul said on Mar 29, 2008....
Quietone is as quiet as her username says but inside she has passion and love for life and a compassion for the people that is paired only by her sweet humbleness.
The story of her meeting with Wombat made me smile from ear to ear and gave me hope that one day i too might be able to finally meet in RL some of my dearest friends at SC.
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silverwhisper said on Mar 30, 2008....
GS has a spirit and zest for life that i find truly admirable, and has a knack for turning an impressive phrase--neat trick for someone who's using english as a second language!
fearing, you're making me blush!
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GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 30, 2008....
ed: My brother from an "otter" mother. :D
Enjoys a good game of wordcraft.
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Mamie said on Mar 30, 2008....
Grape: a true and loyal person...he rallies the team to reach outside themselves to help each other. Thoughtful and kind...knows that life isn't easy and doesn't expect you to be a hero while you live yours...should be a motivational speaker!! xo, M -
GrapeKoolaid said on Mar 30, 2008....
Mamie is hawt!!! Or so I've been led to believe... I mean, I never met her or anything, but her heart, her caring nature, her eagerness to share the the light of her inner beauty makes her smokin'! :D -
silverwhisper said on Mar 30, 2008....
grape is a much nicer and friendlier person than just about anyone else you'd care to meet who sadly doesn't understand just how good a guy he is.
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Mamie said on Mar 30, 2008....
ED: what can I add? Ed doesn't even realize how his friendly hellos and consistent loyalty make people feel welcome, happy and ready to give their writing a chance...HUGE! thanks Bud!!hehe to grape: I did start that rumor, right? I am SERIOLUSLY going to try my kids uniform one more time before she turns it in at the banquet just to, um.... make sure!!Whoever pops in here....skip me and go back to grape and ed!! have fun!! -
somethingunUSual said on Mar 30, 2008....
Mamie is a true optimist - and spreads a lot of genuine sunshine. Sorry, Mamie, I decided I had to follow the rules for once. Otherwise, I'm just another "newbie" no one will be able to come up with a "nicety" about. But just to comply with your request as well, silverwhisper wisely gives in to his dark side occasionally (that's a compliment, countering ALIENated's constant charge of weenieness), and grape appears to be mentally balanced and open-minded with a sense of humor. And if this brings the post to another grinding halt, I'll understand. Mama didn't raise no thin-skinned boys over here. -
mOOn_platOOn said on Apr 01, 2008....
Nice try something, but you ain't stoppin' this avalanche of love just because you're a little bit difficult to flip over to the good side. I have found two admirable traits regarding you. You are stubbornly independent and apparently honest, unafraid to stand alone in the face of adversity.So there. -
silverwhisper said on Apr 02, 2008....
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GrapeKoolaid said on Apr 09, 2008....
ed told me it was okay to eat a Pokemon!!! :D -
uniquely-ironic said on Apr 09, 2008....
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silverwhisper said on Apr 10, 2008....
u-i has a rare combination of insight, humor and tender-heartedness that i've always found most admirable.
grape: well, duh! esp w/ olive oil, anchovies & goat cheese! :D
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hottips4u said on Apr 15, 2008....
Soulcast represents an opportunity for a worldwide community to come together in an international humanitarian gala of a sort, never before experimented with such a diverse group, unrestrained, to this magnitude in open communications, or lack of ; a graffiti of mankind wishing to immortalized themselves in text, lost in space.
It is every bit the mayhem one might expect as cultures are slid forcefully together like intercontinental shelves being freed of tension in one giant leap....the results are one big dimple in cyberspace, a hybrid of many theologies bastardized, manipulated and fed like gruel to the readership one click at a time.
Despite the bombs that have been dropped and the cultures still under attack each day in Soulcast, there is the form of an ill gotten government forming a society, the limits of which are being yet explored.
Reciprocal trade of emotions is uncontrolled and lopsided to even be considered fair trade in any actual sitting within a virtual community. The markets diverse, yet mob mentality prevails while deprivation of the young and weak are exploited openly ; perhaps to push the envelope or appreciate public outcry....the court of review has yet to determine that question, so the law of the jungle is ever present in an otherwise lawless frontier. Civilized cultures learning to be civil....or calculating reaction given no other choice but, abandonment.
Despite the adversity ever present, abandonment would equate to running away from home.
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hottips4u said on Apr 16, 2008....
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GrapeKoolaid said on Apr 29, 2008....
Jessi is a stalwart defender of the innocence of children! :D
(Sorry Jessi. No dice on deleting the comment above. I'd like to leave it as evidence to your heart for all to see. Those who have axes to grind against you just have to look at this post to know that you're not the monster they depict you as. Please accept my apologies)
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uniquely-ironic said on Apr 29, 2008....
Grape has a sense of humor as well as interestingly deep pockets of eclectic intelligence. I think what I find most entertaining about Grape is that just when I think I know who he is, he pops up with an insight from left field that makes me rest my chin on hands and say "Hmmmm, I didn't know that. Cool!" -
hottips4u said on Apr 29, 2008....
A DIFeranT moment. hehe
Nothing to apologize for, war is well... what it is. Yet its not everything by far.
Jess.
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GrapeKoolaid said on Apr 30, 2008....
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vacantmind said on May 01, 2008....
GrapeKoolaid is my favorite...it tastes Yummy!
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somethingunUSual said on May 03, 2008....
Vacantmind thinks that an ordinary life is nothing special. I envy that. -
travelr712 said on May 05, 2008....
somethingunUSual is something unusual :-) -
GrapeKoolaid said on May 08, 2008....
travelr: Always traveling in style... :) -
uniquely-ironic said on Aug 11, 2008....
Grape has very good taste in music. I also like reading his stories since he has a dry sense of humor and takes life one day at a time. -
botoni said on Aug 11, 2008....
Skald is our master photo presenter and has been the wonderfully capable hostess for PolarHeart and Quietone. She always has a kind word for those in despair and happily shares the wonders of Iceland with us all. -
MissMimi said on Aug 11, 2008....
botoni -- <sigh> hubba hubba...
And I wanted to say that uni has a wonderful sense of humor -- a true smart ass. That's a compliment by the way. ;)
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Alyss said on Aug 11, 2008....
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uniquely-ironic said on Aug 11, 2008....
Alyss as such a mother's heart. I often read about her children and even if it's in frustration I can clearly hear the great love she has for them.MissMimi - you are a true and positive friend. I take your smart ass remark as quite the compliment ;) -
Zayda said on Aug 11, 2008....
U-I: Ermmm...I mean leafy is wonderful, and giving, and funny. But she has a spark of snark that makes me giggle. I wuv her. :) -
MissMimi said on Aug 11, 2008....
Hmmmm. And who is the next vict-- errr, I mean SoulCaster? Zayda? Zee is a wonderful mother, smart as all get-out, and she has tattoos. She is just about perfect. -
Me-Myself&I said on Aug 11, 2008....
MissMimi is caring, loving and tries with all her might in life to be all she can be! here's to you! *smile* XOs -
Mamie said on Aug 11, 2008....
meMyself&I is a true friend of mine...I'm just sayin'! Lets get together soon, soul sistah! -
skald said on Aug 11, 2008....
MissMimi, makes wonderful quilts and I like her a lot.
Wombat is so funny and so human. I do like her a lot too.
Botini. Tells such good stories of his friends and life and he is such a good kind person.
Every one or almost every one know that I am befriended with Quiet and Polar. Quiet is a very good granny and she talks to me in PM's and she makes my life so nice. Polar is so wise for her age.
I could go on and on because there are so many nice genuine people, like Cubba said and he is one of those genuine people here. All the ones I named before too.
Uniquely She makes such good comments on my blog and her research on her family is remarkable. I better stop there are so many. CW fighting her illness for example and doing a blog elsewhere helping people in the same situation.
SoulCast is great. I must not forget Ed The way he can keep up with his readers and his Nature of series. Then there is Secret who is such a good sister, mother and wife. Now I really must stop because if I go on I have to name everyone. lol
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Zayda said on Aug 11, 2008....
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gingersoul said on Aug 11, 2008....
Mamie........you girl....you make me smile even if you don't write anything....lol...
I just like to know you are around here somewhere .....:-)
Not mentioning that we can stir up trouble like no one....
Grapey......oh, you are indeed a shameless self promoting blogger.....i mean........come on......lol...
But i forgive you because you are one of my favorites.....your posts are a mix of brain poking topics and cavity inducing romance .....lol...... who could ever forget the mass hysteria you caused with your secret crush posts? ....*wink*
And most of all......you eat the Pokemon!!
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MissMimi said on Aug 11, 2008....
gingersoul: fiery passion tempered with compassion and kindness. Blogs with a charming Italian accent. She's a gingerpeach. -
Zayda said on Aug 11, 2008....
Miss Mimi: Is one talented writer and one very funny lady. -
RollingC said on Aug 11, 2008....
Can't believe that I missed this post before as even though I been busy and not reading/visiting as much I still find some time to pop in and look around so to speak.Having said that I think Zayda, with her practical quick & easy recipes, Grape, with posts like this one, Silver, Skald, Polar, Ginger, Mamie, Mimi, M M I, Wombat, Botoni, Unique, CW, Alyss, Traveler, Hotaka, TNP, Sean, Hottips, and all the rest of the bloggers of this community are as unique as anyone, anywhere, can be and this smorgasborg of people has actually turned out to be one great community that has it's own character and personality. It has given me the opportunity to think of "Soulcast" as my friend...(no, not a friend with split personalities...heh..)This site would be sorely missed by me if it ever goes away.It's not every day one gets a chance to have "anonymous" friends you know !Rc -
silverwhisper said on Aug 12, 2008....
rollingc is a good friend. :>
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MissMimi said on Aug 12, 2008....
Ed looks out for his friends. He's well-spoken, very loyal to his wife, and and he he is a cat person. All good things that more than make up for his distressing habit of carrying a stinky old trout around. -
starchini said on Aug 12, 2008....
MissMimikins has a beautiful soul and big fat heart and is very talented and loving and sweet and has a spectacular sense of humor! love ya lots! : ) -
uniquely-ironic said on Aug 12, 2008....
Starchini is an outspoken but kind hearted gal. She is a very hard worker and is a good friend. I am often secretly proud of some of the things she'll blog about, even if I play "proper" with my comments. It takes a good measure of nerve to lay it all out there. So, I suppose that also makes her very brave. -
Alyss said on Aug 12, 2008....
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gingersoul said on Aug 12, 2008....
Alyss........i admire your resilience and your inner strenght. You are a great mother and a thoughtful soul.
I wish you all the best in the future. And lots and lots of of love...:-)
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uniquely-ironic said on Aug 12, 2008....
Ginger is what I call "ferociously intelligent". She is warm, loving, thoughtful and a survivor. She'd be the kind of friend I'd take to a party knowing not only that she would be the life of the party, but that she'd have my back as well. :) -
dailyachesandpains said on Aug 12, 2008....
I just love you all!Daily -
GrapeKoolaid said on Aug 12, 2008....
Daily: A buddy of mine's getting married somewhere in CT sometime in September, I think(great with the details, huh?). Would you put me up for a few days? I won't take up much space, I promise. ;)
Just wanted to bring a dead post back to life... It's also one of my top 5 "most popular"(i.e., the most commented on) posts and I thought, 'Wouldn't it be nice if this post was on top?'
Thanks everyone for taking(and doing your) part. It reveals you to be the fantastic and (socially)responsible bloggers that you are. This also starts to cement an idea that maybe I need to give my worldview a serious re-consideration.
Perhaps it's not such a dark and terribly lonely place after all...
Knowing that you're all out there... Bravely forging ahead, even though you're just as frightened as I am(if not more) gives me courage. I celebrate all of your little victories from afar, grieve with you the same. I also have you to celebrate my little victories with, grieve with.
I enjoy this (inter)action-at-a-distance very much, though I may not always have time for it anymore.
Please... Don't mind me... Do go on... :)
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silverwhisper said on Aug 12, 2008....
people who find it a dark & terribly lonely place have IMX generally done something to make it that way, if you ask me. :>
[trout-smacks grape]
i'm glad this is your all-time most popular blog entry, grape. somehow, that's just fitting for you. your desire to protect this community is always understated but in evidence, grape. i admire that. :>
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Zayda said on Aug 12, 2008....
Grapey is one of my favorite people. He's thoughtful, considerate, and funny, as well as sharp and insightful.
Silver...ahh, what can I say about Silver. He's so much more than "just this guy, you know?", but he wears that description well. -
the_infernal_optimist said on Aug 12, 2008....
Zayda is such a kind, intelligent, multi-faceted soul that it's quite an honor to call her friend. :) (Plus, her sense of humor is about as warped as mine. :-D)
~Infernal
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dailyachesandpains said on Aug 12, 2008....
Grape: Well, CT can be close, but can also be far away from us. If you can tell me what part of CT I can let you know how far it is. I have a gut feeling you're going to tell me it's at the Foxwood's Country Club down the street a ways from the Foxwood's Casino (which is VERY nice I must say).Daily -
gingersoul said on Aug 12, 2008....
Daily is funny and caring and should definetely feel more confident than she does because she is a joy to have around.
Her comments are always hilarious and thoughtful. She is one of my SC sistah....:-). :-) -
dailyachesandpains said on Aug 13, 2008....
Gingie is my cheerleader! All of her words mean something to me and I often think of her when I'm eating Italian food. I can hear her say "MANGA!"(SP?) in my mind while sauce (gravy) is dripping down my chin. I do think of Gingie when I see boats in the water too! When I'm looking at clothes on-line I always catch myself saying "Gingie would LOVE these!" She is always there for me when I am weak and I love you soul sistah! I can't thank you enough! -
MissMimi said on Aug 13, 2008....
Daily is stronger than she knows. She has a wicked sense of humor and knows how to laugh about some of her troubles, both wonderful things. -
starchini said on Aug 13, 2008....
awww unique : ) *fighting of tears* thats so sweet : > (ur my favorite) U are a good friend and always give me wonderful insight to my problems. Ur always there for me with great advice and open arms. U dont judge people and are very forgiving and open minded to different views of people even if u dont see eye to eye with them. U have a way of making ur point seen without offending anyone or making them feel bad about themselves...I know ive done some stupid things and uve always told me in the sweetest way possible : > This makes it clear to me that u always mean well and hurting someone else is the last thing on the planet u ever want to do. However u stand firm by ur beliefs and opinions and never stray and u dont persucute others for their opinions. I love u bunches and u are really a fantastic person. Im so very glad that i met u on this website. And im not just saying all this bc u said nice things about me : ) HUGS X 1000 : >
lol, im always after u miss mimi : ) miss mimi u are a fighter and will only go down kicking and screaming uve got a great sense of humore and even when u blog seriously u always fit in a joke or two and have me rolling on the floor laughing. Uve got great spirit and a wonderful personality. It would be a joy to know u in real life : >
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GrapeKoolaid said on Aug 14, 2008....
daily: Avon, CT. That far from where you're at?
starchini is full of life, vibrant in hue with a cheerful disposition. She's prone to her dark days too, but who isn't? Am I right?
She adds a nice colour to the tapestry we all weave together and I am glad that she casts here.
I consider myself fortunate to have encountered the people I have here. It's not something that I take lightly, you see... The connections I have made with people here, though few, have made a lasting impact on the way I conduct myself in every day life and situation. I don't know if I can pay any of you a greater compliment than that. All of you directly affect my life in one way or another.
Thank you. :)
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starchini said on Aug 14, 2008....
wow grapey somehow i dont think thank you quite does it...but thank u. :> U my friend are a hopeless romantic and i love it. I think all the women secretly, or not so secretly wish we had a piece of u to implant into our own men : > ... Having someone here on soulcast that is so in touch with their feelings gives us all hope that someday we to can be so "intune"...lol...im not so great with the words, but by ur blog u are a wonderful person and we are all lucky to have u here. Ur so gosh darned pleasant : P x
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MissMimi said on Aug 14, 2008....
well, star, those were some very flattering things you said about me. I thank you very much.
Star writes with such honesty. It takes a lot of courage to share such deep thoughts. Star, even when I don't comment, I always read.
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starchini said on Aug 14, 2008....
lol, thank you mimi, i hear that a lot "i read but dont comment" thing...lol, makes me wonder why, is what i talk about that crazy that people "have no words"? Ah well i certainly appreciate having u as a reader mimi. And i dont read ya as much as id like to but u are definitly in the top 5 list of peoples blogs i search for first when i do read : > ... And all those flattering things were most definitly true, ur are so positive! U have such a great outlook and ur glass is always half full. Its wonderful and a real inspiration : > -
dailyachesandpains said on Aug 14, 2008....
Mimikins: You are the sweetest! You make me laugh, and cry and envision everything you go through. You make my pain look like a walk in the park and it makes me think...constantly! I can't thank you enough for that!Grapey: It's about 2-2 1/2 hours from where I'm at. Put it to you this way, you could make it to Downtown Boston in under 2 hours from Avon. But, of course, it depends on what part of Avon and what hell of a highway you'd choose to get to downtown bean-town! That's mASSachusetts traveling for you! I could give you some defensive driving steps for you to survive LOL!Daily -
queenparanoia said on Aug 14, 2008....
daily: daily is one of the sweetest lady here in soulcast... it's funny because eventhough we live thousands of miles apart i feel like i know daily... i feel like we connected on so many levels... i see myself on her sometimes... and iknow daily dont know about this... but she is stronger than what she see in herself... and i am honor ro know and be your friend here in soulcast... youre a wonderful mom and a great human being... ;-) by the way dane cook has a new movie!!!!!! -
gingersoul said on Aug 14, 2008....
Queenie has a way of sharing her life that is always open, funny and most of all honest.
I like her when she rants, i like her when she is happy, i like her when she is horny....lol... I mean that dick shaped ashtray of hers made history here.....lol..
She hops in any post and brings her "Keep blogging" attitude that is very invigorating and smiles inducing....:-)
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queenparanoia said on Aug 15, 2008....
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fearing said on Aug 15, 2008....
Ginger...... A woman with a beautiful heart and soul. When I read her words, I'm transported to that place. She is funny, wise, thoughtful, sweet and a friend.
QueenP, the young woman who has become everyone's little sister here at Soulcast.....When I think of Queen, I think of someone who will always be there encouraging others - even when she is having a tough time herself, she finds the strength reach out. She is a sweetheart! -
dailyachesandpains said on Aug 15, 2008....
Queenie makes me cry good tears! She's such a sweet heart and totally reminds me of myself when I was her age. With schooling and Parent's especially! Like fearing said, she's like a little sister to everyone here! Sometimes I just want to call Queenie up on the phone to make sure she's doing okay and ask her how things are coming along these days. I see a picture of Dane Cook and I think "QUEENIE!" before I even listen to his jokes and I crack a big smile! I know that she and I share a horrific anniversary date for a memory and my heart aches for her feeling sad...the carbon copy sad that I feel at the exact same time. Sine we "met" here I think of her first now during that time and hope and pray she's doing well.I love ya Queenie! We all do!Daily -
mOOn_platOOn said on Aug 22, 2008....
...daily has integrity and will not compromise her dignity for the sake of material advancement...
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silverwhisper said 13 days ago....
moon platoon is perhaps the most original thinker in all of SC.
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dailyachesandpains said 13 days ago....
Moon: Thank you!Moon Platoon calls it like he sees it and shows true courage in his posts! (you know the one I'm talking about)Ed: Is so dedicated to his readers and those he reads! How he does it...one will never know! His trade mark trout smak is recognized by all and cracks me up when I need it most. Thanks, Ed!Daily -
Battycat said 9 days ago....
I missed this the first time. I think everyone at SC has something to give, I've missed you all while I've been away :-) -
gingersoul said 9 days ago....
Fearing....oh, girl...thank you very much.....{hug}Batty.....she is funny and sweet...and Natalie made a very cute doll for her.....remember?.....:I hope she can stay ....:-) -
PAPERBACKWRITER said 9 days ago....
GingerMeGinger! {{{bacio}}}
Three words for now ... lovely, loyal, lyrical...
SoulCast community
A beautiful place to be... :)
<3
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p.s.
Brotha Grapey blubbbbbbbbbbbbbbbies :D