Dave Posted October 24, 2004 Share Posted October 24, 2004 I've been thinking a bit here. I know, I know, y'all might say that's a scary thought! But anyway, it's regarding birthday threads and how I've gotten so darn upset when someone else comes in and starts a thread and people ignore my thread for the thread they do. Of course, most people here know that I consider doing birthday threads my "baby." And it's something I enjoy doing, and I enjoy making people happy like that. I try not to do it for personal glory (the key word is "try" -- I have a long way to go before reaching any level of humility at all). Of course, I know I shouldn't get so worked up over it. I mean, I suppose I should be grateful that someone saved me some extra work! I don't really know why this tends to make me so mad -- it really shouldn't. I guess what upset me most this time was Phazzan essentially rubbing it in, calling me a "disgrace" and acting like I forgot. And my reaction was extreme even for me -- I started a thread telling people to avoid Phazzan's thread in favor of mine, and I even PMed people who responded to Phazzan's thread, exhorting them to post in my thread. A lot of you probably figured this out a long time ago, but I have a mean streak. If I'm mad, I can get REALLY nasty. There are times when I guess you could say I look for fights. And if you look for fights, you'll for sure find them somehow. Of course, I don't really know if that's the problem itself or just part of the problem. But whatever the problem, I'm sorry for causing trouble on here and upsetting people. I need to do something about this bad temper of mine and fight the urge to lose it at times like this. I wish I knew what to do, though. Prayer, of course, but what else? Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birgitta Noel Posted October 24, 2004 Share Posted October 24, 2004 Love ya Dave, just as you are, Child of God, my friend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azaelia Posted October 24, 2004 Share Posted October 24, 2004 Don't worry Dave. I've discovered this fault in myself as well. We're all prone to anger and I completely understand why you would be upset. Phazzan has a way of insulting people without knowing it. It's all in good fun for him, and it took me a while to understand that. Just don't take anything he says personally, let it roll off. :group: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franciscanheart Posted October 24, 2004 Share Posted October 24, 2004 :group: i didnt notice but hugs and prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azaelia Posted October 24, 2004 Share Posted October 24, 2004 I just noticed we share a birthday, Dave We should make each other birthday threads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IcePrincessKRS Posted October 24, 2004 Share Posted October 24, 2004 Yes, I too, on occasion, become a rabid snarling beast... I just pray and take some deep breaths and avoid the person who made me mad until I've cooled off a little bit and am able to approach it in a calm, rational manner. The good thing about people like you, Dave, is when you get mad and "go off the handle" you always admit your mistake. Thats not always an easy thing to do (and I'm speaking from personal experience, swallowing my pride is not on my list of favorite things...) and I commend you for it. God Bless, Dave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeraMaria Posted October 24, 2004 Share Posted October 24, 2004 Dave, you're Don't worry about it, most of us have tempers as well, and understand why you'd rather make them yourself wub ya!! Oh, and you, Amy and I share a b-day...wohooo November 19th!!!!!! will you let me make you a b-day thread on Nov 19th? please? :ph34r: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 25, 2004 Author Share Posted October 25, 2004 I'd be happy to, Vera! But Azaelia also seems to want to do a thread. Too bad I can't have y'all flip a coin or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 25, 2004 Author Share Posted October 25, 2004 I feel like this should be bumped, so ... [color=red]BUMP!!![/color] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phazzan Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 [quote name='Dave' date='Oct 24 2004, 05:48 PM'] A lot of you probably figured this out a long time ago, but I have a mean streak. If I'm mad, I can get REALLY nasty. [/quote] Hehe, but that wasn't nasty dude, just weird! :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theoketos Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 good night nurse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phazzan Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 [quote name='azaelia' date='Oct 24 2004, 06:07 PM'] Phazzan has a way of insulting people without knowing it. [/quote] Oh, no, I know it. :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StColette Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 (edited) Dave you're awesome It's all okie pokie :group: weeeeeee my bday is November 11th and so is Fides et Ratio's and Gonzaga's Let's see Fides and I will both be 20 and Gonzaga will be 18 will you make us bday threads Dave Pretty pwease Edited October 25, 2004 by StColette Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeenaBobba Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 I'll pray for you, Dave! God bless, Jen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted October 25, 2004 Author Share Posted October 25, 2004 [quote name='StColette' date='Oct 25 2004, 04:52 AM'] Dave you're awesome It's all okie pokie :group: weeeeeee my bday is November 11th and so is Fides et Ratio's and Gonzaga's Let's see Fides and I will both be 20 and Gonzaga will be 18 will you make us bday threads Dave Pretty pwease [/quote] You got it, hon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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