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Oh my gosh, I hate to keep venting here, but honestly, I don’t have the heart to share out loud.
Y’all probably know by now I have a broken leg (which is getting better, dw) and that keeps me from doing soccer and other stuff. Those teammates Tigerdapple and Leopardlily apologized for treating me like that, and we’re on much better terms now, but now the issues are at home with family. My parents literally can’t stop fighting and it’s like they hate each other now. Like, a few nights ago at dinner, we were just eating some pizza and my brother commented how he get a bad grade on a test. My dad said not to worry about it, since mistakes happen, and I was about to agree when my mom shouted “What do you mean, don’t worry about it?! That’s a 63%! How is that okay?!” My dad stood up and told her to calm down, and he was gettin irritated. My mom freaked out and ended up leaving the dinner table, and my dad followed her and asked me and my brother to stay. My brother is ten, and was confused. He asked if it was because of him, and since he gets anxious really easily, I told him no and to just keep eating. Now my family eats dinner separately, and my brother is really upset. We both eat in my bedroom and my dad is never home, and my mom- I don’t even know where she is. The only adult really home these days is my cousin, who just got out of college for a few weeks as it closed temporarily because of some health department reasons or something.
Sorry for that rant. Hugs/prayers for my brother/advice on how to help distract him from all this?
*HUGS* maybe you could all talk about it? it may help?
I really, really need hugs rn. I can’t go into detail because it’s not gonna be modded but I could really use some hugs or pick-me-up. Or some sweet treats, too. 🙁
*hugs* Here’s some early birthday treats! 🥞🥖🥯🥨🧇🍡🧁🍬🍫🍰🍪🍩🍦🥧🍨🎂🍮🍭🥮🧋🍯🥪🌭🍔🥙
Feel better Breezaroo! ^^
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I’m not feeling good (I won’t say where because I’m not sure it would be modded) but my dad won’t take me to go check it out and I don’t drive to the urgent cares in my area. I’m frustrated. I just need hugs cause I’m in pain and angry at my dad.
*HUGS*
A few pages ago I had a panic rant about how my heart rate was too high. This is pretty much an update on that (sorry for more ranting).
Welllllllll, yesterday I went to my doctor. Technically, it wasn’t even my doctor, it was the other certified doctor in the office, but whatever. So, they give me an EKG and a hemoglobin test, which is where they prick your finger and take some blood. He referred us to a cardiologist, who I will see in less than an hour. The hemoglobin test showed my iron levels were too low, and since I haven’t started periods yet, that’s not really normal. So now he wants to get my blood drawn, which I’ve never had done before and I’m really scared.
And then, on the 29th, I’m getting a tooth pulled out because it formed improperly and as soon as it erupted it started crumbling :(. Then, the week after, I have an appointment scheduled for vaccines. I hate shots.
At this point it just feels like everything’s wrong with me and I can’t do anything about it. It’s just doctor visit after doctor visit after doctor visit.
*HUGS* when i happens think about hapy stuff like kittys and ummm fluffy mittens?
ty creme
Oof, I’ve had my blood drawn twice. I know you probably hear this a lot, but don’t look at the needle, at least when they’re putting it in. If they give you the numbing stuff, it only hurts when they put it in. Plus, who knows, maybe you’ll get ice cream after!
And on top of that, one of my best friends is in the hospital ICU because she has a mass in her heart and today we’ll find out if it’s cancerous
Thats so sad. Recently my grandma’s dog died, and I am feeling it horribly. Try to reassure yourself and look in dumpsters, his favorite spots, etc. Don’t give up hope!
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Remember to reply! But hugs, that’s so sad :<
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Just want everyone 2 know that no matter what they r luved and things will get better, and nobodys perfect so ya
thx! Thats so sweet!
Thanks Raccoonkit, I really needed that today. ❤️
Thx you´re AWESOME
Yes!
I’m back again, sorry.
I’ve been feeling really bummed lately. I am excited for May 4th because it is a Star Wars day plus it’s the same day a new season of My Hero Academia, an anime I love, comes out. But then I’m also absolutely dreading that day, and every time I think about it, I just really miss my mom… And I know that’s a good thing, and I’m happy when I think about her, and talk about her, there is nothing wrong with that. But I just. . .I really really miss her and I wish things could of been different 🕊🤍
One more thing is this. My period just started again, but the thing is, I don’t know if it’s normal to get it this soon. Because I got it a couple weeks after I just finished it in January, and now I have it again. I don’t know for sure, this could be normal, but I’m just a little worried about it 🌺
Hugs to anyone who needs them!!! BlogClan, your friends, family and pets love you so so much! Keep on rocking that outfit, hairstyle, nail colour, everything! You look amazing, you are amazing, woohoo!! You are awesomeee!!!
I’m so sorry <3 I'd say to let your feelings just be, in this circumstance. There's happiness intermingled with the sadness and that's okay - you can miss and grieve for your mom, but you can also comfort yourself with the lovely things you're looking forward to. I'm sure she would be happy to know you found that solace 🙂 I wish things could have been different too, Spiri ❤️
That could be a cause of many harmless things, such as puberty or youth. However, if you get two periods a month over the course of two-to-three months, seeing a doctor would be wise. *hugs*
Thank you so so much Snowy, you have no idea how this really helped me feel a ton better <33
Of course, I’m so happy to hear that it made you feel better <3333
*HUGS*
Thanks Creamsicle <33
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Thanks, Breezy Boo <33
*huggossssss* don’t have much advice other than uhh enjoy your show? Sorry I know that doesn’t help 😭
Ahh me too :0 it was supposed to start in like a week, but here I am :p *huggos*
Its okay XD!!!! thank you very much for the hugs ❤️ <333
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Thanks Holz!
Sorry to hear that <3 I think it might be best to talk to your dad about the grief you have, he might be able to help you. Snowy's right, if that happens you should defiantly see a doctor
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*hugs* <33 *hugsssss*
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Sorry you have to go through this phase, Spiri! But then again, remember: All of us girls have to go through it…
*Hugs* *Hugs* *Hugggggsssssssssssss*
I know i vent every page, but I’m genuinely scared now.
So right now my physical health is poop 💩. I’m getting a defective tooth pulled out next week, I’m behind on my vaccines so I have that the week after, and today I went to 2 separate doctor offices (cardiologist and blood-drawing place). On top of that, my friend has a possibly cancerous mass by/in/near her heart and she’s in the hospital ICU and I’m so worried about her.
Then, the relationship between my parents is really strained. I won’t go into too much detail bc I want this to get modded in order to get advice. They’re always snapping at each other’s throats (figuratively dw) and it’s really stressful to watch, even behind closed doors. It’s honestly worse when they’re right in front of me. My mom has told me that they could end up divorcing in the next year or so if that’s the only way.
I’m just so terrified right now, it feels like everything’s falling apart and I don’t have control over anything. I can’t run away or escape from any of it and every day’s just the same thing over again, just worse.
Hugs plz. And cookies. Lots and lots of cookies. And yk, advice if you’ve got any lol
(im so sorry moddos, enjoy my rant)
*HUGS*
*hugs for Swifterino*
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AHH COOKIES TYSM *munch munch munch*
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Some cookies: 🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪
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I’m so sorry Swiftfern! That sounds awful! *Hugssss*
I have this horrible habit of just removing myself from the situation when something goes wrong, or someone does something to my friends (like what happened today, my friend is better now). We were always told when I was younger that if you see something happening and you just stand around, that’s as good as doing it yourself, but I always get scared when I try to intervene. Every time I do, it just never ends well since I end up getting really nervous and giving in. And now I feel really horrible bc I just think that I’m being useless and a bad friend. Hugs/advice?
*hugssss* I have that habit as well, sorry I don’t have much advice 🙁
*sends lots of hugs*
*HUGS* <3
You are NOT a bad friend! No one is fearless. You're scared of confronting people. THAT'S ALL RIGHT. Here's a definition of a bad friend:
A bad friend is a friend that only talks to you when they need a favour, and normally the favour is unreasonable. They are passive-aggressive, and will take the first chance they get to manipulate you.
– ME!
As you can see, Ospri, you're NONE of those things! You are a great friend, and it's okay to be scared of confronting people! Nobody is perfect.
One thing you should do if you don't do it already is that you should comfort said friend after said incident. If you do it already, then you're just feeling unnecessary guilt.
Sending hugs and cookies your way!
*Hugs* *Hugs* Osprey, you are not a bad friend. It is right to help your friends out but just make sure they know you care and don’t consistently dessert them. 🙂
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I have that same habit Osp, I’m super awkward when my friends come to me with problems. I try my best to help out, but it doesn’t always work. Sometimes in these situations you don’t always know what to do to help your friends, and that’s okay. Sometimes telling your friend after the fact that everything is gonna be okay helps them more than intervening in the moment, as that often escalates the situation more. I hope things get better for you Osprey, and you’re not a bad friend, trust me. 🙂 <333333
*HUGS FOR OSPEY*
I’m sorry Osp, I don’t have much advice but I hope things work out better for you.
And never ever think you are a ‘useless’ and ‘bad’ friend. Throw those mean words out the window and slam it shut! No one, and I mean absolutely no one, is ever perfect. We are good in our own way and try our best. Good things will come to you if you just wait…and no that isn’t the best advice but I’m trying 😛
Again, I’m so sorry and I hope things turn out better ❤️
*hugs* Osp, there’s ABSOLUTELY NO WAY you’re a bad friend! And you’re not the only person to feel scared of intervening. It’s completely normal and okay. I’d recommend just staying and listening, and you’ll know if you have to intervene. You got dis Osp! <3
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Habits are hard to change when you get used to them, although standing around and doing nothing is bad, some people cant help themselves when somehthing troublesome happens. Just keep doing what you think is right^^
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*hugs* Wishing you well, my friend <33
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Sorry you feel like that, Osprey! But there is NO way you are a bad friend in any way. Not everyone is an upstander, or feels comfortable interfering into something you don’t actually feel like you’re involved in – whether you are or not. Like me, for instance. Besides, nobody is a perfect friend – everyone may- will be a bad friend to the other one time or another. How many people will actually stand up for their friend when they’re being bullied, or actually have the capacity to stop it? Actions speak louder than words, honestly, so no offence, but I won’t believe any of you if you say you would. Neither would I.
But sorry for the long paragraph. All I’m saying is that don’t blame yourself too much over something everyone would have made at least once.
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Oh no *Hugs*
Hey y’all. I am just seething in anger over something that happened IRL this morning, and could really use some hugs:(
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Awh, that’s no good Rivsey! I hope you feel better crying on from here on out. The morning angries is no fun, I tell you! I have them a lot, so I know how you feel. The days where you just want to spill your heart out in anger and misery, then have no energy and just explain that something bad happened.I hope whatever is happening gets better!
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Feel better soon, Riv!
*Hugs* *Hugs* hope you feel better Rivo! <3 ILY!
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Tbh I just feel like I cry too easily these days. Hugs?
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Emotions are hard and confusing, and I feel ya there buddy. There hasn’t been a day this week I haven’t cried, and I just feel awful. I hope things get better for ya Rippledawn. Crying is human and a normal human action, there’s no shame in doing it! <333333
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I get how you feel, Ri <3 I cry much to easily, as does my younger friend (probably because she is young but oh well). I cry whenever my dad gets even a little bit angry with me. And I usually cry when my brother says something rude to me ever so casually. It's normal to cry easily, don'y worry about it. It's nothing to be sad or mad about. When you cry, it shows that you care and have emotion (not saying people who don't cry don't, everyone shows their emotions and feelings in different ways).
I hope whatever causes this is getting better and you feel happier than you are now <3
*hugs* You may think you’re sensitive and that’s bad, but being sensitive actually means you’re a really kind person who cares. Not many people care, but you care. Crying isn’t a bad thing. It means you’re brave enough to let out your emotions.
I feel ya, i cry alot too 🥲
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*hugs* <33
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Crying is a natural human reaction to let out your emotions, so don’t suppress it if you really can’t keep your emotions to yourself any longer. Don’t think that you’re weak just because you cry, in fact it just makes you stronger imo.
*Hugs* its ok to cry, just remember that. Its better then keeping it bottled up inside you. I know because I used to feel the same way.
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This is probably completely unsignificant and unimportant considering other peoples problems but my friend has gotten mad at me and I don’t know why, and she won’t tell me, and I won’t go into further details, and there was this group of people in front of me when I was trying to get to my locker and they were just all complaining about furries, and then they said something that sounded a lot like my name and they were just being toxic to furries and I don’t think I should really be complaining though.
Hugs to everyone and anyone who needs it! You are all great and awesome! Don’t give up!
No problems are insignificant, don’t say that <3 I suggest giving a bit of time for the heat to blow over with you and your friend, then maybe you can find her during break time and just ask to sit down and talk. I'm not really sure what to do about the furry conversation, but just know you're better than them <3
Sending hugs <3
Thank you so much!
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Same thing happened at my school too, this girl is constantly saying “ew get that furry away from me” or ” ugh keep the furry away, i dont wanna see her” 🥲
For advice i suggest maybe you could just ignore them, i taught myself not to care about people who hate/dislike me, it has helped but its kinda weird when your the only one who is able to do that. Also, (not to be rude or anything but here i go) ABSOLUTELY NO ONE HAS THE RIGHT TO COMPLAIN ABOUT ANYONE OR WHO THEY ARE, ITS INSOLENT AND CHILDISH >:[
*sending hugsssss*
Edit: i didnt say anything about the friend problem because i have nothing better to say that what Osprey has already put on the table 🥲
*hugs* Like Osp said, no problem is insignificant! *hugs*
Anyone’s problems are NOT insignificant, they’re still problems either way! I don’t have much advice as normally when my friends ignore me I just don’t bother even if it makes me feel bad, coz when I ask what’s going on I sometimes feel worse in the end. (That only applies to me, though). Maybe you can just approach her whenever you feel like you’ve calmed down or something, then you can sort things out?
About the furry conversation, those people are just super insensitive and don’t realise that there’s probably way more than one community out here who apply to everything they say. Don’t say that you shouldn’t be complaining, it’s actually good to voice out your thoughts, emotions and opinions!
*Hugs* Hope you can sort everything out soon, Sparrow!
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I’m just really mad at my parents right now. The past three days have been nothing but fights that have been caused because of things they’ve done. I nearly had a panic attack this morning because of everything.
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I’m sorry that happened to you, Eaglefrost 🙁 Never happened to me before so I can’t really help you much, but just hope that everything will get better soon!
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i’m sorry for what you have to go through, and i want you to know we are always here for you and support you. *hugs*
*Hugs* hope you and your parents get better soon <3
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