Teacher's Pet Posted May 14, 2007 Share Posted May 14, 2007 Saturday night, I was *supposed* to be at the 30th birthday party of one of my most favoritest people in the whole world.... the fact that I couldn't get off from work to go, coupled with the fact that I was making practically nothing that night made me so sad. I was so depressed all evening knowing all of my friends were out partying while I was stuck at my crappy p/t bar job. My only solace in this was texting back and forth with Ariawoman (who was at the party, which was barely 10 minutes from my job, mind you)..... I was about to start drinking heavily (yeah, like I'd get away with it?) when none other than Ariawoman popped in to say hi. I swear to God, I'm over 300lbs (no one ever seems to believe me, but I am!), but I almost leaped OVER the bar when I saw her. She knew how much I missed seeing her and everyone and was basically alone at work...so... she came to see me! Yes, I'm sure I'm embarrassing her a little right now, but she totally made my night. Soon after, my friend (who was having the birthday) and her BF and another friend came in, too. LOL..it was her birthday, but she brought the party to my job so I wouldn't be lonely.... How freaking amazing are my friends? I was SERIOUSLY depressed most of the evening, and went home very happy. I just don't know where'd I be without my "crew". Definately not in NC with my ex, I'm sure of that. Knowing me (well, the "old" me), I'd be crying on her doorstep every night until she either took me back out of pity or got a restraining order. I've really learned the value of friendships. Friends are the ultimate weapon against sadness and loneliness. Let this be a lesson to you all... never take friends for granted! -tp the richest man in the world. Link to post Share on other sites
Miss_Bee Posted May 14, 2007 Share Posted May 14, 2007 That's awesome TP! You put a smile on my face to hear about your heartwarming weekend . Link to post Share on other sites
This_Too_Shall_Pass Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 I know what you mean, TP You know something? More often than not, your friends are a reflection of yourself. Good people get good friends. Doesn't matter how low you're feeling about life, weight, work, (lack of) love life, and so forth. They can make you feel bright and shiny again. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Teacher's Pet Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 Good people get good friends. In that case, I'm freaking awesome. -tp freaking awesome. Link to post Share on other sites
This_Too_Shall_Pass Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 In that case, I'm freaking awesome. -tp freaking awesome. Yes you are, TP. And so am I!! Hee hee. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Teacher's Pet Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 Yes you are, TP. And so am I!! Hee hee. So I can expect you at my birthday party in July? Or perhaps at my "One Year Without HER" part in June I'm thinking of having? -tp more importantly, will you get nekked? Link to post Share on other sites
This_Too_Shall_Pass Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 So I can expect you at my birthday party in July? Or perhaps at my "One Year Without HER" part in June I'm thinking of having? -tp more importantly, will you get nekked? I would love to attend your birthday party, TP! When in July is it? I will try to attend the "Independence Day" in June, too. All with clothes on, though. Ha ha. -TTSP Cannot do the Stripper Act. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Teacher's Pet Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 Well, my birthday is July 23rd, which is a Monday. Nothing fun ever happens on a Monday birthday... oops.... *blushes, remembering 7/23/2001* Probably get the crew together the Saturday before. As for my "anniversary" party? Hmm.....that would be a Tuesday (6/19), so either the weekend before or after. That evening will be culminated by me calling her at midnight, and shouting "C**T!" into the phone. Truly, the social event of the year. And of course, you are invited, if you are in the NJ/NYC area. -tp socialite. Link to post Share on other sites
AriaIncognito Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Takes a lot more than that to embarrass me. I dont like to think about people being left out. I had it in my head to go over there, and well, I left and did just that. I told S&J I was going, and luckily they too are good people who wanted to brighten your night. Else, maybe S just wanted to kiss me again. Either way, they got what they came for ;-) And you got a gift from me...watching that. LOL In all seriousness though, I believe in doing for people what I'd want done for me. I know that it means a lot to have people acknowledge you, especially when youre feeling left out. If i were in his shoes that night, I would have wanted him to come see me. So, I did just that. Someday, all our good karma will pay off. I hope. I'm sick of watching good people feel sad. Link to post Share on other sites
This_Too_Shall_Pass Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 Wow, those sound like the absolute "it" events of the year!! If I'm in the NY / NJ area, I will drop by for sure. Thanks, TP. You're sweet. And I might really show up. Link to post Share on other sites
Author Teacher's Pet Posted May 16, 2007 Author Share Posted May 16, 2007 Yes, I did get to see that infamous kiss I've been promised for so long. And yes, you guys are amazing people who have helped to really turn my life around over the last year. I can't help but love you, beautiful friend. (Back off, folks - LOL) As for good people feeling sad, I just know it's going to turn around for both of us..... one day. -tp here come the waterworks lol Link to post Share on other sites
burning 4 revenge Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 How do you fold on to friends? I seem to alienate all of mine. Link to post Share on other sites
alphamale Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 How do you hold on to friends? I seem to alienate all of mine. you make them feel good when they are with you. be optimistic and fun and unpredictable. compliment them and make them think they are your bestest friend in the world. you only need do this when they are around. when they aren't around you don't need to think of them twice. problems is sometimes it backfires and then your friends become too needy and want to hang around with you all the time. thats bad. Link to post Share on other sites
This_Too_Shall_Pass Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 you make them feel good when they are with you. be optimistic and fun and unpredictable. compliment them and make them think they are your bestest friend in the world. you only need do this when they are around. when they aren't around you don't need to think of them twice. problems is sometimes it backfires and then your friends become too needy and want to hang around with you all the time. thats bad. I do not agree with you at all, Alpha. Maybe you can manage, but I cannot be that way. I am a 100% sincere, every time. Link to post Share on other sites
This_Too_Shall_Pass Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 How do you fold on to friends? I seem to alienate all of mine. B4R, you're talking about the women, I think. They are not the friends we're talking about here. You know as well as anyone else that they're more than that. For you, at least. As for other people, it's about being genuine. Somehow, people can sense if you're not being genuine, and in some way it affects your friendship. But then again, it's a matter of luck, too. Some people get really lucky in the friends area. Link to post Share on other sites
SBBW Posted May 16, 2007 Share Posted May 16, 2007 If only I could find people like that to hang with. Hell if only I could find people to hang with. Link to post Share on other sites
AriaIncognito Posted May 17, 2007 Share Posted May 17, 2007 If only I could find people like that to hang with. Hell if only I could find people to hang with. Well, he and I met on here...and then i introduced him to the others...so keep hanging around LS, it can happen where you least expect it to! Link to post Share on other sites
Author Teacher's Pet Posted May 17, 2007 Author Share Posted May 17, 2007 And then I introduced some of the others to poker...and got my ass kicked tonight. LOL -tp flopped a straight, went all in....who f'ing knew? Link to post Share on other sites
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