Mirrors

Gemme · 12-17-2009, 06:20 PM

This thread is not my idea but I think it's an utterly fabulous and necessary idea to bring to fruition. Besides, I threatened Arwen publicly with starting it if she didn't. So here we all are.

I took the liberty of putting it here where I thought everyone...butch, femme, androgynous, two spirited, TG, FTM, MTF and every other color of our community rainbow would feel supported and welcome to post.

Here's a snip from the post that started this concept:

Arwen:

I keep thinking about starting a thread called Mirrors. In it, you could only look in the mirror for someone else and post what you saw about them that was positive.

It would be a positive thread and you couldn't deny what was said about you. Only say thanks and accept it.

We all need lessons in learning how to believe in the hype others tell us about ourselves.

I fully believe that Arwen is right and I believe in my femme sister. Please respect her idea and keep the concept pure. No negativity, whether aimed inward or outward. It's not welcome here.

Gemme · 12-17-2009, 06:26 PM

To Arwen, my femme sister:

You radiate kindess from the inside out, like rays of sunshine.

Your laugh makes me want to laugh, even when I'm feeling grumpy.

Your hugs are the stuff that dreams are made of.

I love and covet your wild, beautiful hair.

Medusa · 12-17-2009, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gemme

To Arwen, my femme sister:

You radiate kindess from the inside out, like rays of sunshine.

Your laugh makes me want to laugh, even when I'm feeling grumpy.

Your hugs are the stuff that dreams are made of.

I love and covet your wild, beautiful hair.

I second what you said about Arwen!

Gemme, we dont know each other well but I feel that you radiate kindness, compassion, and a super-spicy personality. I love your wit, intelligence, and think that you are incredibly charming.

AND
AND
AND

WAY hot.

Gemme · 12-17-2009, 07:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Medusa

I second what you said about Arwen!

Gemme, we dont know each other well but I feel that you radiate kindness, compassion, and a super-spicy personality. I love your wit, intelligence, and think that you are incredibly charming.

AND
AND
AND

WAY hot.

Thank you, Medusa.

Super-spicy, huh? I like that!

Andrew, Jr. · 12-17-2009, 07:14 PM

Medusa,

I find you to be a breath of fresh air. Your love is deep as you are from the south. When I first met you and your other half years ago, you hugged me with such warmth, and conviction. It was a hug like I experienced from my beloved Grandmother, who I just cherish.

When I send you pms asking for you to help me, you answer me with joy. You don't talk down to me, or talk at me, or anything at all. You give me hope, and love. I appreciate that more than you will ever know.

This site you made a home for everyone. All walks of life. Abled and disabled. Thank you.

Love,
Andrew
oxox

Gemme · 12-17-2009, 07:17 PM

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.

Arwen · 12-17-2009, 11:15 PM

Gemme, I

you for starting this thread!

I am going to hold a mirror up for Cara.

Cara, you and I have met at a Femme Swap at a Bash...in Vegas or Dallas ( i am time-challenged).

You have this adorably cute face with the sweetest pair of eyes. You are a woman with curves who really knows how to dress. I liked you when I saw you and am just sorry we don't live near one another.

friskyfemme · 12-20-2009, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gemme

This thread is not my idea but I think it's an utterly fabulous and necessary idea to bring to fruition. Besides, I threatened Arwen publicly with starting it if she didn't. So here we all are.

I took the liberty of putting it here where I thought everyone...butch, femme, androgynous, two spirited, TG, FTM, MTF and every other color of our community rainbow would feel supported and welcome to post.

Here's a snip from the post that started this concept:

Arwen:

I keep thinking about starting a thread called Mirrors. In it, you could only look in the mirror for someone else and post what you saw about them that was positive.

It would be a positive thread and you couldn't deny what was said about you. Only say thanks and accept it.

We all need lessons in learning how to believe in the hype others tell us about ourselves.

I fully believe that Arwen is right and I believe in my femme sister. Please respect her idea and keep the concept pure. No negativity, whether aimed inward or outward. It's not welcome here.

I don't anyone here in RT so my comments are by observation and interpretation.
Andrew, Jr- you are a sweet spirit , Superfemme- you put a smile on my face with your posts-I like sarcastic humor, Wicket - you a genuinely kind, caring person that will contribute a lot to relieving human suffering.
Gemme - you are a trailblazer- Thanks for the Thread.

Arwen · 12-20-2009, 01:59 PM

I am going to hold a mirror up for Gemme.

You have an amazing spirit. It lifts me up when I am down.
You are the best Goodwill shopper I've ever met.
You encourage others simply by being yourself.
You have taught me a lot in the time we've been friends.
I think you are one of the prettiest women I know who doesn't know she's pretty.

And I like your hips too so there!

Gemme · 12-21-2009, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by friskyfemme

Gemme - you are a trailblazer- Thanks for the Thread.

Thank you, frisky!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arwen

I am going to hold a mirror up for Gemme.

You have an amazing spirit. It lifts me up when I am down.
You are the best Goodwill shopper I've ever met.
You encourage others simply by being yourself.
You have taught me a lot in the time we've been friends.
I think you are one of the prettiest women I know who doesn't know she's pretty.

And I like your hips too so there!

Thank you, Arwen.

Gemme · 12-21-2009, 06:40 PM

I'm going to hold a mirror up for Ryobi.

You are the kindest and most patient guy I've ever known.

You can find joy in almost anything.

You love with all your heart.

You inspire me to want to be a better person.

You're intelligent and have an edge to your wit that I adore.

SuperFemme · 12-21-2009, 07:06 PM

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.

Arwen · 09-28-2011, 01:42 PM

I'm going to hold a mirror up for Julie. I adore her for so many reasons. Here are a few.

She is dedicated to peace even if she has to fight for it.
She is a cancer survivor.
She has a sexy voice.
She makes me laugh.
She brought me candy.
She lets me call her Ginger.
She is someone I wish I lived closer to because I'd love hanging out with her more.

clay · 02-07-2012, 08:29 PM

COUNTYFEM....I hold this mirror up for YOU!
While walking a harrowing journey last November...YOU stepped in, came to my side, and became my very best friend...for life.
You unselfishly gave your whole holiday season with your family to come and be with a total stranger...for SIX weeks...standing by my side for the entire surgery, 2 weeks hospitalization, and recovery....doing total care for me, staying on that short, gaucho cot in the hospital, losing sleep nightly, and still working your 50 to 60 hr. workweek in addition!
Not only THAT, but you moved me singlehandedly, save for the few hours help of a friend locally, YOU did the brunt of it...alone. I was of NO HELP! and sat idly by!
Out of all of this, you smiled constantly, were so gentle and kind to me, and gave of yourself so wholly!...to a total stranger! Not many folks would step in and do what YOU did. I have a very bestest buddy...for life...and I would have NEVER recovered and recouped as rapidly and as wholly as I have, if not for YOU!
Your selflessness, your compassion, and your committment to my recovery are just incredible! There aren't many folks like YOU left in this world...I will never forget your kindness and your wonderful friendship, County!!! I am indebted to you for life...I heart you...my very bestest friend.
YOU deserve this mirror..so take a bow....(as I am clapping wildly here for YOU are the epitome of what humanity, compassion, and devotion along with unselfishness is....an incredibly beautiful soul, loving heart, and infectious smile....thanks, from the bottom of my heart, my friend...always..Clay

Gemme · 10-12-2013, 06:50 AM

Miss Tick, nanners and cinnamongrrl cracked me up this morning. Laughter is the best medicine for sure because I feel great this morning!

Thank you.

Cin · 10-12-2013, 03:30 PM

I’m terrible at receiving compliments, a problem a lot of people seem to have. I never know what to do or say and I try to minimize or deflect. But I also have a lot of trouble giving compliments. I always think the person will assume I want something or just think I am sucking up and not really believe what I am saying. But here might be a good place to give it a try because I don’t personally know anyone beyond what they post and consequently I wouldn’t really have an agenda for someone to be suspicious of.

Here’s a big ass mirror for ya:

Anya – She loves bad writing. That alone makes her tops in my book. But there is lots more about her to admire. Her posts are honest and heartfelt. She moves me with her words.

Dapperbutch – His presentation is soothing and his words are spot on. He is thoughtful and knowledgeable. He isn’t limited to any particular area and I enjoy reading all his posts. Just an all around honorable human being.

Gemme – She motivates me to stick to my exercise program and keeps me laughing with her awesome sense of humor. And she starts some very interesting threads. Not to mention she is an excellent writer and I enjoy reading all her posts.

Kobi – My feminist conscience and a brilliant debater. She is a tireless defender of women. She is ever watchful of the future of women’s rights, while never forgetting where we came from and the cost to get here. Thank you for taking the time to remind us of all the fabulous feminists who have come before and paved the way for us. You make me proud. I mean you Kobi. Okay the fabulous feminist women make me proud too.

Ms. Tinkerbelly – keeps me updated on the latest news for gay marriage

Martina – brilliant, interesting, opinionated, fabulous and just a pleasure to read. I pretty much thread stalk her.

The Lady Snow – My favorite oppression crusader. She watches all our backs and I thank her for that. It might seem a thankless task but it is noticed and appreciated.

Daktari – can always be counted on to make me laugh at some point during the day. Ya gotta love that!

Honeybarbara – Bright, beautiful, bold and bawdy. Not to mention just brilliant. A pure delight. I enjoy her posts so much!!

Kätzchen– We have some common interests and I can honestly say she always keeps me guessing, especially on the music threads. She is also one of the sweetest people.

Grayson – I always enjoy reading his words of wisdom. I miss his voice of lately.

Hollylane - Her brilliant mind coupled with her social conscience and her environmental understanding makes her someone I admire a good deal. And she writes an awesome haiku.

Corkey – Is someone who I respect a great deal on this forum. He is honest and down to earth. There are just some people you feel you have much in common with even without ever meeting them in person and he is just one of those people for me.

Andrea – Keeps her eye on those TSA agents. I can always find out what is going on by reading her posts. Thanks for that. I really appreciate people with a social conscience.

Cinnamongirl – she is very funny and makes laugh. Thanks for that.

Jesse – You too also crack me up.

There are several people who I respect for how they represent themselves here and would like to hold up a mirror to show them how awesome they are and to say thank you for being here:

CherylNYC
Soon
weatherboi
Allison W
Nat
candy coated bitch
socialjustice fsu
Jagg
licious
Grainne
Chancie
Bulldog
DMW
Sparkle

To share this space with my wife, Truly Scrumptious and my sister, Slowpurr is such a treat. Truly Scrumptious you are so amazing, so kind and loving, so talented, so freakin brilliant it blows me away. I am the luckiest butch in the world, no contest, hands down! All that and the best, most brilliant, most awesome, sister ever just shows me how ridiculously fortunate I am. And makes it all the more fun to be here. Love you both so much.

I have no doubt I forgot someone or several someones whose posts are extremely meaningful to me and when it dawns on me I will be back to set the record straight.

Oh ya, since it was Gemme who went out of her way to get me a link to this thread and not for anything other than altruistic reasons, I must end this post reminding her what a brilliant, awesome, and funny human being she is.

Cin · 10-12-2013, 07:09 PM

Oh how could I forget

grabbing that mirror again:

Huge-Smile - I really enjoy reading her posts they give ME a huge smile.

Medusa · 10-12-2013, 09:34 PM

I need to hold one up for PinkieLee.

People love Pinkielee because standing next to her is like standing in the sun on a beautiful day. Something about her presence makes you feel really, really beautiful and warm.

Even though people love them some Pinkielee, I love TONYA, the woman behind that sunshine smile.

Tonya is fucking funny. And a good friend. And an amazing listener. And she is *real* and I am beyond grateful for getting to know her better and better as the years roll by. Tonya is that woman who reaches out to people when they think nobody misses them and she is that woman that will keep it real with you.
And sometimes all she has to do is cut her big, beautiful brown eyes over at me from across the room and I can feel the "I got you, girl" even without the words.

Tonya is a beautiful woman on the outside but the inside is fucking spectacular. <3<3

Bard · 10-12-2013, 10:48 PM

Dee- the sweet kind friend that she is the way she has of just putting people at ease and the beauty she just radiates

Arwen- wonderful smart beautiful talented Arwen you remind us to seek Joy you guide and inspire your a shoulder to cry on a source of strength and so much more

Tommi- my brother a pillar a strong kind one trust honor and integrity I look up to you and love ya man

Lady Snow- strong powerful with a heart of gold the messages you leave they always brighten my day

Gemme- you always make me smile

Syr- all around amazing person I am blessed to call you a friend and I look up to you more then you will ever know

Medusa- you my dear are a rock star in so many ways

Desd- my wife my life mate you make me a better person the way you can calm a room with just your smile you enchant people and put them at ease you my love are a total package so beautiful so smart and a wonderful mother to my goose I am a lucky guy to spend the rest of my life loving you
always and forever..

my Goose.. kiddo you are the best of me and I am proud to be your mama

Arwen · 10-13-2013, 09:43 AM

Today I am holding a mirror up for Puplove to see herself as I see her.

A beautiful woman whose smile lights up the room. She knows how to make people feel welcome in her home.

Austin's premier party hostess, Pup goes out of her way to make you feel like you belong.

I also like that she is firm on her boundaries. I've learned from her.

12-17-2009, 06:20 PM	#1
Gemme Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Queer Stone Femme Girl of the Unicorn Variety Preferred Pronoun?: She, as in 'She's a GEM' Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The roads are narrow here Posts: 36,587 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 182,195 Thanked 108,763 Times in 25,659 Posts Rep Power: 21474887	Mirrors This thread is not my idea but I think it's an utterly fabulous and necessary idea to bring to fruition. Besides, I threatened Arwen publicly with starting it if she didn't. So here we all are. I took the liberty of putting it here where I thought everyone...butch, femme, androgynous, two spirited, TG, FTM, MTF and every other color of our community rainbow would feel supported and welcome to post. Here's a snip from the post that started this concept: Arwen: I keep thinking about starting a thread called Mirrors. In it, you could only look in the mirror for someone else and post what you saw about them that was positive. It would be a positive thread and you couldn't deny what was said about you. Only say thanks and accept it. We all need lessons in learning how to believe in the hype others tell us about ourselves. I fully believe that Arwen is right and I believe in my femme sister. Please respect her idea and keep the concept pure. No negativity, whether aimed inward or outward. It's not welcome here. __________________ Gemme's Journal I'm misunderestimated.

12-17-2009, 06:26 PM	#2
Gemme Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Queer Stone Femme Girl of the Unicorn Variety Preferred Pronoun?: She, as in 'She's a GEM' Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The roads are narrow here Posts: 36,587 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 182,195 Thanked 108,763 Times in 25,659 Posts Rep Power: 21474887	I'll begin.... To Arwen, my femme sister: You radiate kindess from the inside out, like rays of sunshine. Your laugh makes me want to laugh, even when I'm feeling grumpy. Your hugs are the stuff that dreams are made of. I love and covet your wild, beautiful hair. __________________ Gemme's Journal I'm misunderestimated.

12-17-2009, 07:17 PM	#6
Gemme Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Queer Stone Femme Girl of the Unicorn Variety Preferred Pronoun?: She, as in 'She's a GEM' Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The roads are narrow here Posts: 36,587 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 182,195 Thanked 108,763 Times in 25,659 Posts Rep Power: 21474887	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. __________________ Gemme's Journal I'm misunderestimated.

12-17-2009, 11:15 PM	#7
Arwen Joy Seeker How Do You Identify?: Smartly-Flavored Preferred Pronoun?: Goddess Relationship Status: Mrs. Syzygy 1/9/14 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Joyville, NM (aka Land of Enchantment) Posts: 10,140 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,636 Thanked 28,130 Times in 6,413 Posts Rep Power: 21474861	Gemme, I you for starting this thread! I am going to hold a mirror up for Cara. Cara, you and I have met at a Femme Swap at a Bash...in Vegas or Dallas ( i am time-challenged). You have this adorably cute face with the sweetest pair of eyes. You are a woman with curves who really knows how to dress. I liked you when I saw you and am just sorry we don't live near one another. __________________ I wrote a book, y'all! *FREE* Tarotscopes Seek Joy, y'all. Eschew hate. 9Words: A Poetry Challenge \| Do you like me?

12-20-2009, 01:59 PM	#9
Arwen Joy Seeker How Do You Identify?: Smartly-Flavored Preferred Pronoun?: Goddess Relationship Status: Mrs. Syzygy 1/9/14 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Joyville, NM (aka Land of Enchantment) Posts: 10,140 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,636 Thanked 28,130 Times in 6,413 Posts Rep Power: 21474861	I am going to hold a mirror up for Gemme. You have an amazing spirit. It lifts me up when I am down. You are the best Goodwill shopper I've ever met. You encourage others simply by being yourself. You have taught me a lot in the time we've been friends. I think you are one of the prettiest women I know who doesn't know she's pretty. And I like your hips too so there! __________________ I wrote a book, y'all! *FREE* Tarotscopes Seek Joy, y'all. Eschew hate. 9Words: A Poetry Challenge \| Do you like me?

12-17-2009, 07:14 PM	#5
Andrew, Jr. Timed Out How Do You Identify?: Me Preferred Pronoun?: He Relationship Status: Unavailable Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Over the Rainbow in a House Posts: 5,072 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 16,004 Thanked 5,249 Times in 2,216 Posts Rep Power: 0	Medusa, I find you to be a breath of fresh air. Your love is deep as you are from the south. When I first met you and your other half years ago, you hugged me with such warmth, and conviction. It was a hug like I experienced from my beloved Grandmother, who I just cherish. When I send you pms asking for you to help me, you answer me with joy. You don't talk down to me, or talk at me, or anything at all. You give me hope, and love. I appreciate that more than you will ever know. This site you made a home for everyone. All walks of life. Abled and disabled. Thank you. Love, Andrew oxox

12-21-2009, 06:40 PM	#11
Gemme Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Queer Stone Femme Girl of the Unicorn Variety Preferred Pronoun?: She, as in 'She's a GEM' Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The roads are narrow here Posts: 36,587 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 182,195 Thanked 108,763 Times in 25,659 Posts Rep Power: 21474887	I'm going to hold a mirror up for Ryobi. You are the kindest and most patient guy I've ever known. You can find joy in almost anything. You love with all your heart. You inspire me to want to be a better person. You're intelligent and have an edge to your wit that I adore. __________________ Gemme's Journal I'm misunderestimated.

12-21-2009, 07:06 PM	#12
SuperFemme Timed Out How Do You Identify?: Permanently Banned 10/24/2010 Preferred Pronoun?: She. Relationship Status: Married (one of 18,000) Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 4,933 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,309 Thanked 7,109 Times in 2,327 Posts Rep Power: 0	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.

09-28-2011, 01:42 PM	#13
Arwen Joy Seeker How Do You Identify?: Smartly-Flavored Preferred Pronoun?: Goddess Relationship Status: Mrs. Syzygy 1/9/14 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Joyville, NM (aka Land of Enchantment) Posts: 10,140 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,636 Thanked 28,130 Times in 6,413 Posts Rep Power: 21474861	I'm going to hold a mirror up for Julie. I adore her for so many reasons. Here are a few. She is dedicated to peace even if she has to fight for it. She is a cancer survivor. She has a sexy voice. She makes me laugh. She brought me candy. She lets me call her Ginger. She is someone I wish I lived closer to because I'd love hanging out with her more. __________________ I wrote a book, y'all! *FREE* Tarotscopes Seek Joy, y'all. Eschew hate. 9Words: A Poetry Challenge \| Do you like me?

02-07-2012, 08:29 PM	#14
clay Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Butch (Silver Fox) Dom Daddi Preferred Pronoun?: 50 Shades of Clay Darker & Deeper Relationship Status: married to my forever Join Date: May 2011 Location: salt air & sandy beaches Posts: 13,100 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 96,094 Thanked 31,694 Times in 7,718 Posts Rep Power: 21474863	COUNTYFEM....I hold this mirror up for YOU! While walking a harrowing journey last November...YOU stepped in, came to my side, and became my very best friend...for life. You unselfishly gave your whole holiday season with your family to come and be with a total stranger...for SIX weeks...standing by my side for the entire surgery, 2 weeks hospitalization, and recovery....doing total care for me, staying on that short, gaucho cot in the hospital, losing sleep nightly, and still working your 50 to 60 hr. workweek in addition! Not only THAT, but you moved me singlehandedly, save for the few hours help of a friend locally, YOU did the brunt of it...alone. I was of NO HELP! and sat idly by! Out of all of this, you smiled constantly, were so gentle and kind to me, and gave of yourself so wholly!...to a total stranger! Not many folks would step in and do what YOU did. I have a very bestest buddy...for life...and I would have NEVER recovered and recouped as rapidly and as wholly as I have, if not for YOU! Your selflessness, your compassion, and your committment to my recovery are just incredible! There aren't many folks like YOU left in this world...I will never forget your kindness and your wonderful friendship, County!!! I am indebted to you for life...I heart you...my very bestest friend. YOU deserve this mirror..so take a bow....(as I am clapping wildly here for YOU are the epitome of what humanity, compassion, and devotion along with unselfishness is....an incredibly beautiful soul, loving heart, and infectious smile....thanks, from the bottom of my heart, my friend...always..Clay __________________ To find someone who will love you for no reason, and to shower that person with reasons, that is the ultimate happiness. ~Robert Brault

10-12-2013, 06:50 AM	#15
Gemme Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Queer Stone Femme Girl of the Unicorn Variety Preferred Pronoun?: She, as in 'She's a GEM' Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The roads are narrow here Posts: 36,587 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 182,195 Thanked 108,763 Times in 25,659 Posts Rep Power: 21474887	Miss Tick, nanners and cinnamongrrl cracked me up this morning. Laughter is the best medicine for sure because I feel great this morning! Thank you. __________________ Gemme's Journal I'm misunderestimated.

10-12-2013, 03:30 PM	#16
Cin Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Butch Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: Truly Madly Deeply Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: In My Head Posts: 2,805 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 6,326 Thanked 10,618 Times in 2,489 Posts Rep Power: 21474851	I’m terrible at receiving compliments, a problem a lot of people seem to have. I never know what to do or say and I try to minimize or deflect. But I also have a lot of trouble giving compliments. I always think the person will assume I want something or just think I am sucking up and not really believe what I am saying. But here might be a good place to give it a try because I don’t personally know anyone beyond what they post and consequently I wouldn’t really have an agenda for someone to be suspicious of. Here’s a big ass mirror for ya: Anya – She loves bad writing. That alone makes her tops in my book. But there is lots more about her to admire. Her posts are honest and heartfelt. She moves me with her words. Dapperbutch – His presentation is soothing and his words are spot on. He is thoughtful and knowledgeable. He isn’t limited to any particular area and I enjoy reading all his posts. Just an all around honorable human being. Gemme – She motivates me to stick to my exercise program and keeps me laughing with her awesome sense of humor. And she starts some very interesting threads. Not to mention she is an excellent writer and I enjoy reading all her posts. Kobi – My feminist conscience and a brilliant debater. She is a tireless defender of women. She is ever watchful of the future of women’s rights, while never forgetting where we came from and the cost to get here. Thank you for taking the time to remind us of all the fabulous feminists who have come before and paved the way for us. You make me proud. I mean you Kobi. Okay the fabulous feminist women make me proud too. Ms. Tinkerbelly – keeps me updated on the latest news for gay marriage Martina – brilliant, interesting, opinionated, fabulous and just a pleasure to read. I pretty much thread stalk her. The Lady Snow – My favorite oppression crusader. She watches all our backs and I thank her for that. It might seem a thankless task but it is noticed and appreciated. Daktari – can always be counted on to make me laugh at some point during the day. Ya gotta love that! Honeybarbara – Bright, beautiful, bold and bawdy. Not to mention just brilliant. A pure delight. I enjoy her posts so much!! Kätzchen– We have some common interests and I can honestly say she always keeps me guessing, especially on the music threads. She is also one of the sweetest people. Grayson – I always enjoy reading his words of wisdom. I miss his voice of lately. Hollylane - Her brilliant mind coupled with her social conscience and her environmental understanding makes her someone I admire a good deal. And she writes an awesome haiku. Corkey – Is someone who I respect a great deal on this forum. He is honest and down to earth. There are just some people you feel you have much in common with even without ever meeting them in person and he is just one of those people for me. Andrea – Keeps her eye on those TSA agents. I can always find out what is going on by reading her posts. Thanks for that. I really appreciate people with a social conscience. Cinnamongirl – she is very funny and makes laugh. Thanks for that. Jesse – You too also crack me up. There are several people who I respect for how they represent themselves here and would like to hold up a mirror to show them how awesome they are and to say thank you for being here: CherylNYC Soon weatherboi Allison W Nat candy coated bitch socialjustice fsu Jagg licious Grainne Chancie Bulldog DMW Sparkle To share this space with my wife, Truly Scrumptious and my sister, Slowpurr is such a treat. Truly Scrumptious you are so amazing, so kind and loving, so talented, so freakin brilliant it blows me away. I am the luckiest butch in the world, no contest, hands down! All that and the best, most brilliant, most awesome, sister ever just shows me how ridiculously fortunate I am. And makes it all the more fun to be here. Love you both so much. I have no doubt I forgot someone or several someones whose posts are extremely meaningful to me and when it dawns on me I will be back to set the record straight. Oh ya, since it was Gemme who went out of her way to get me a link to this thread and not for anything other than altruistic reasons, I must end this post reminding her what a brilliant, awesome, and funny human being she is.

10-12-2013, 07:09 PM	#17
Cin Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Butch Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: Truly Madly Deeply Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: In My Head Posts: 2,805 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 6,326 Thanked 10,618 Times in 2,489 Posts Rep Power: 21474851	Oh how could I forget grabbing that mirror again: Huge-Smile - I really enjoy reading her posts they give ME a huge smile.

10-12-2013, 09:34 PM	#18
Medusa Mentally Delicious How Do You Identify?: Queer High Femme, thank you very much Preferred Pronoun?: Mme. Relationship Status: Married to JD. Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Atlanta Posts: 10,446 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5,995 Thanked 42,872 Times in 7,835 Posts Rep Power: 21474861	I need to hold one up for PinkieLee. People love Pinkielee because standing next to her is like standing in the sun on a beautiful day. Something about her presence makes you feel really, really beautiful and warm. Even though people love them some Pinkielee, I love TONYA, the woman behind that sunshine smile. Tonya is fucking funny. And a good friend. And an amazing listener. And she is real and I am beyond grateful for getting to know her better and better as the years roll by. Tonya is that woman who reaches out to people when they think nobody misses them and she is that woman that will keep it real with you. And sometimes all she has to do is cut her big, beautiful brown eyes over at me from across the room and I can feel the "I got you, girl" even without the words. Tonya is a beautiful woman on the outside but the inside is fucking spectacular. <3<3 __________________ . . . Buy ButchFemmePlanet Merch Here: https://teespring.com/stores/butchfemmeplanetcom-merch

10-12-2013, 10:48 PM	#19
Bard Family Man How Do You Identify?: TG Male Preferred Pronoun?: Masculine ones Relationship Status: She just gets me Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: ..... Posts: 2,828 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,997 Thanked 12,786 Times in 2,431 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	Dee- the sweet kind friend that she is the way she has of just putting people at ease and the beauty she just radiates Arwen- wonderful smart beautiful talented Arwen you remind us to seek Joy you guide and inspire your a shoulder to cry on a source of strength and so much more Tommi- my brother a pillar a strong kind one trust honor and integrity I look up to you and love ya man Lady Snow- strong powerful with a heart of gold the messages you leave they always brighten my day Gemme- you always make me smile Syr- all around amazing person I am blessed to call you a friend and I look up to you more then you will ever know Medusa- you my dear are a rock star in so many ways Desd- my wife my life mate you make me a better person the way you can calm a room with just your smile you enchant people and put them at ease you my love are a total package so beautiful so smart and a wonderful mother to my goose I am a lucky guy to spend the rest of my life loving you always and forever.. my Goose.. kiddo you are the best of me and I am proud to be your mama __________________ This is ten percent luck, twenty percent skill Fifteen percent concentrated power of will Five percent pleasure, fifty percent pain And a hundred percent reason to remember the name! Give yourself over to absolute pleasure. Swim the warm waters of sins of the flesh - erotic nightmares beyond any measure, and sensual daydreams to treasure forever. Can't you just see it? Don't dream it, be it.

10-13-2013, 09:43 AM	#20
Arwen Joy Seeker How Do You Identify?: Smartly-Flavored Preferred Pronoun?: Goddess Relationship Status: Mrs. Syzygy 1/9/14 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Joyville, NM (aka Land of Enchantment) Posts: 10,140 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,636 Thanked 28,130 Times in 6,413 Posts Rep Power: 21474861	Today I am holding a mirror up for Puplove to see herself as I see her. A beautiful woman whose smile lights up the room. She knows how to make people feel welcome in her home. Austin's premier party hostess, Pup goes out of her way to make you feel like you belong. I also like that she is firm on her boundaries. I've learned from her. __________________ I wrote a book, y'all! *FREE* Tarotscopes Seek Joy, y'all. Eschew hate. 9Words: A Poetry Challenge \| Do you like me?