Mirrors

[SuperFemme]

I am holding up a mirror for Andrew.

You are sweet, encouraging and valuable.

I know it is hard for you to communicate online, but I think you do a great job.

You have taken your lemons and made some kick ass lemonade.

I wish this mirror would reflect to you that you are not less than. You are MORE than. I totally get that feeling of being overwhelmed by the smallest of things and wishing for things to just not be so hard. When you look in the mirror you might notice the hand reaching out to you. Begging you to take those hands and let them pull you to the light rather than putting a black cloth over said mirror and focusing on the dark.

You are welcome. You are valued. You have so much to offer to others in your same situation. When you look in that mirror you will gain strength from others willing to love you in those moments when you feel like you are not lovable.

I love the way you love your min-pin. You feed the birds, care for you neighbors and shine goodness. Your mirror will show you that with every dark side of things there is indeed a blessing that could not shine through had the darkness not floated around for a while before the strong light shone through.

[Andrew, Jr.]

Thank you Superfemme. You did not have to do this.

Love,
Andrew

[Arwen]

Tonight I hold a mirror up to Medusa for being a kickass woman who knows how to love an idea into wholeness.

If it weren't for your vision, passion, fury, finesse and yes, fuckery, my view of myself would not be what it is. I sometimes ask myself "What would 'Dusa do" because I need your fierceness and femmeness and ferocity.

You, baby, are one fine femme.

[Andrew, Jr.]

Bumping up this thread.

[Gemme]

Originally Posted by Gemme

It's not necessary for someone to respond back in kind (other than a thank you) to someone who has complimented them, but I have great respect for Medusa, so here's what I think of her:


Medusa, I find you brave. I can easily imagine you being the only child willing to go into a dark sewer drain and leading the pack as they begrudgingly follow you, because...really...who wants to be left alone outside of a sewer drain? Starting this site is a prime, grown up example of your bravery.

I've always had a thing for redheads. Maybe it's because my hair gets more auburn in summer, but never quite 'officially' red. Or maybe it's the fire that burns so strongly within redheads that the only way they wouldn't burn up is if it filtered through their hair. Bottle reds too, because not everyone can carry fire on their heads, yanno?

You remind me of Lucille Ball sometimes. That's a very good thing. I think she was brilliant and there are days when you are just as funny as she, if not more so.

As Andrew mentioned, you are kind. You wear your kindness on your sleeve. Your spirit feels a little mom, a little favorite aunt, a little big sister, a little like the class clown, a little favorite teacher, and a whole lot like a good friend. And even though we haven't actually met in person, I do believe that I would be completely comfortable in your presence.

Originally Posted by Arwen

Tonight I hold a mirror up to Medusa for being a kickass woman who knows how to love an idea into wholeness.

If it weren't for your vision, passion, fury, finesse and yes, fuckery, my view of myself would not be what it is. I sometimes ask myself "What would 'Dusa do" because I need your fierceness and femmeness and ferocity.

You, baby, are one fine femme.

Having finally met Medusa last year, I can attest to the facts listed above.

Mad props, woman!

For the rest of you, who would you hold a mirror up to/for?

Who inspires you?
Who makes you happy?
Who makes you laugh?
Who makes you think?

[PinkieLee]

This thread truly makes me smile at the love and admiration we have for our friends. Sometimes when we feel beaten and bruised, we tend to forget all the positive that we bring to others. THANK YOU all for holding up the mirror.

I would like to hold up a mirror for PixieStars...

Oh my sweet Pixie, you have an playful spirit and carefree energy that lights up a room the minute you walk in.

You see the goodness and beauty in your femme sisters and just have a way of making us smile at a simple "Hey gorgeous".

You have a zest for life ~ always open and wanting to live & learn about everything & everyone.

You are a beautiful woman, with heart of gold, that loves with all you are.

[PinkieLee]

I would like to hold up a mirror for Just_G

G, my friend, you have a smile & laugh that comes from your soul ~ simple, pure, true & infectious!

You have a kind & giving nature that puts people at ease and helps them remember all that is positive in their life.

You love your family & friends unconditionally and without reservations. Your heart is so full of love & happiness that you brighten our lives.... each and everyday.

You inspire me to be a better person & friend with your endless encouragement, support & love.

Not to mention, you are hella eye candy

[Pixie]

I hold up a mirror for PinkieLee Cougarette

You are an amazing person, and you light an eternal loving flame in each life you enter.

You are radiant, gorgeous, classy, and sweet and do it all with ease.

You are the favored disco ball needed to shine every event!

I love you girl and am so glad/grateful that I am able to say I know you!

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I hold up a mirror for Weatherboi

Sweetheart you are truly fabulous. A gorgeous person inside and out. Your intentions and actions are pure hearted to the bone and you make anyone you talk to feel important and special.

You are strong, and caring, and very intelligent. You teach with out belittling, you listen with out judging, and care without pitying.

You love are the mvp in any community you are in. You are irreplaceable and have a glowing presence. I am lucky to call you my friend!

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[hippieflowergirl]

i hold up a mirror for The Femme Triumvirate: Bit, Arwen and Gemme who inspire any baby steps toward bravery that i am ever able to make. your splendid gloriosity makes it possible for me to twinkle like a little star.

i hold up a mirror for Violane, Fairy Crow Shaman. your words and your calling powers are mystical and beautiful and true. i believe in magic because you are yourself.

i hold up a mirror for every one of you who speaks their truth, using words that are personally meaningful and calling on experiences that i could never know entirely even if i stood side by side with you while your story unfolded, regardless of naysaying and derision. i honor you for every hard won realization and stumbling step toward personal enlightenment and i pray to all that is wise i may follow in your footsteps and never ever ever take for granted the work of those who learned the harsh beauty of life before i did.

[Daywalker]

Ok, totally cool concept


I'll be back later...with the Mirror

[Gemme]

Originally Posted by hippieflowergirl

i hold up a mirror for The Femme Triumvirate: Bit, Arwen and Gemme who inspire any baby steps toward bravery that i am ever able to make. your splendid gloriosity makes it possible for me to twinkle like a little star.

Who knew that I was part of a Femme Triumvirate? I like it!

Now, we'll have to get matching costumes or, at the very least, matching tiaras. Okay, maybe color-coordinated outfits. Yes?

Hippie, you ARE brave and a little star! Thank you for your kind words.

[violaine]

[QUOTE=hippieflowergirl;27110]
i hold up a mirror for Violane, Fairy Crow Shaman. your words and your calling powers are mystical and beautiful and true. i believe in magic because you are yourself.

wow- thank you so kindly! i would have missed this if not for someone letting me know earlier tonight- i appreciate your taking a moment to think of me-

I am holding up a mirror for Violane. I met her online many years ago. We both struggled to communicate online, but somehow we managed. And today we are such good friends. Our love for our animals just binds us. We can talk for hours and hours about our kids. She is a joy to be around, and so smart. Growing up, I would get on my knees and pray for a sister, and I didn't get one then. But I got one years later in Violane. I thank God for her each and every day.

Love,
Andrew
oxox

you too! oh my goodness- such sweetness, andrew! xo it's true, we did not go over famously back then, & may not still at times- well, you're an easy "brother" to be around, and thank you for all the love you freely share with animal-friends!

xo

[Jet]

Ditto on Violaine.
She's always been very kind to me.