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sirsholly -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/17/2011 8:55:25 AM)
Wow.... Jim...The man that forgives my faults, sees me as i am and loves me anyway. The man that saw a future with me when i could barely see a future with myself. The man that makes me strive to better myself so i can be a better partner, wife, lover and friend to him. There is a song snippet that could have been written for him... For taking in the rain when I'm feeling so dry For giving me the answers when I'm asking you why My oh my, for that I thank you For taking in the sun when I'm feeling so cold For giving me a child when my body is old Don't you know for that I need you For coming to my room when you know I'm alone For finding me a highway and for driving me home For that I serve you For pulling me away when I'm starting to fall For revving me up when I'm starting to stall And all in all for that I want you For taking and for giving and for playing the game For praying for my future in the days that remain Oh Lord for that I hold you Ah but most of all For crying out loud For that I love you When you're crying out loud You know I love you For all of that, and for trusting me enough to let me share your tears as well as your smiles. i love you.

GreedyTop -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/17/2011 9:08:31 AM)
dammit, I wish you all would quit making me cry so I could ATTEMPT a tribute to my men.. (miss ya Holly)

JstAnotherSub -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/17/2011 2:10:05 PM)
my dad He was a good man, the best man I have ever known. He lived a life that inspired others, not because of his wealth, but just because of who he was. He was a Christian, but not a Bible thumping fire and brimstone, you better do it my way or you are bound for eternal damnation Christian, but a quiet one. He just lived the principles he held dear, and others respected him for it. Very seldom did he discipline me, but when he did, it ripped my heart out. He would give me a "i am disappointed" talk, short and sweet and to the point, then 3 swats with a belt, barely felt. Mom was the spanker, and I can remember begging him to just let mom "beat" me, trying to avoid his disappointment. He loved me through my teen years. I am convinced I would have shot me in the head at about 16, so that shows me he loved me. Even when I did things that, to him, were horrible and against everything he believed to be right, he hugged me, and he was daddy. He got sick and died suddenly, at the age of 57. Three months from all right in the world, to damn he is gone. I was 23 then, and it hurt, but I know now that I did not have a clue what I had lost then. I hate it he did not see me become a responsible adult. He always loved me, but I know he would be so very proud of who I am today. It was a long road, and I hate that he saw most of the bad parts of the journey, without seeing how the foundation he gave me was always there, even when I acted like a total fucktard for years at a time. I so wish my son had known him. Theres more, but I can barely see the screen now, and the lump in my throat is about to choke me-lol. 26 years goes by in the flash of an eye.

Phoenixpower -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/17/2011 3:19:50 PM)
lemme think [8\|] my grandpa He was by far not easy and died as an alcoholic in 2005...but he did look after me. He taught me not to cheat when you play card games with others (if he had the impression I would cheat he stopped immediately...he was very serious about that), he saved up a fair amount for my brother and myself which he gave us when he turned 70 to try to help us with having a good future, he took away my lighter as he did not believe me that I do not smoke (I truly haven't had it with me for cigarettes but he did not believe me) and he told me off when as a kid I accepted a lift home from a neighbour...now...whilst his concerns were valid...sadly it was the wrong neighbour he was concerned about ... but it was nice that he cared [:)] unlike my own parents... the dad from my godfather... I am told he wasn't a very warm grandfather who would tolerate his grandkids on his lap or so...well...somehow I nevertheless managed to get him to let me sit there...and softened him up....according to my parents that didn't go down that well with his grandkids [&:] my brothers godfather... whenever I needed him...he was there...at least if I needed any help with copying or binding material for my schools and colleges...no matter what time of the day...I could turn up and we went to the company where he was one of the managers and copied and binded my stuff...at times even at midnight...and he made my life brighter some years ago when he told me that he wished he was my dad...and somehow I also managed there to infuriate his kids against me...with the sort of relationship I have with him (was hillarious at times when his eldest daughter in particular tried to get snappy at me and he let her run against the wall with her attempts [:D]) The dad from a neighbour... (he died 20 years ago on cancer...) he carried out newspapers for decades and we also had a really great connection with each other...which wasn't quite the case with his wife... My english teacher in year 8... who praised me when my mark was a 5...despite that 5 actually is a pretty bad result in Germany (well grammar was never my strength [;)]). He had praised me as in the test before I had a 6 (the worst result you can get in Germany) and he praised me for the five as he did value the the big improvement I had achieved from one test to the next and not just seen the bad mark on its own...he appreciated that improvement from one test to the next....he is one of the view rare ones in my life who wasn't just a teacher but a pedagogue, too [:)] and gosh he was hawwwt...but thats a different matter [:D] My sports teacher during my first apprenticeship... who gave me a 2 despite that I certainly did not deserve it...he was hawwwt too and I was glad to have gotten back a decent sport result after the one at the school before was placed ridicoulusly low.[>:] My friends uncle during the time at the police [:)] My friend and I met at the police 14 years ago as we both worked there as secretaries at that time and at some point during a bigger investigation her uncle joint our department to help out in that big operation which was going on. During that time I experienced a few bully officers who tried to make my life to hell as I dared to ensure that they don't smoke in our office (my colleague and I, we both demanded it but somehow they have only seen me demanding it...as it became apparent). As long as my boss remained my boss it was no issue but as my boss and my deputy boss and another officer got sacked soon later due to own criminal activities the wind changed when a new boss came in. As now this new boss was not well liked at all - after the headlines our department had made in the papers - some officers considered it to be the perrrrfect time to put all possible attention onto me...no matter if correctly or false...anyhow, once I asked her uncle what is being said and he said "it doesn't matter." At that time I was huffing and puffing as I wanted to know what is being said, following which he said "Why? What does it help you when I tell you what nonsense is being spread from some folks...if I tell you some of the things which are being said it might hurt you...and I am not gonna hurt you[:)]" Since then I actually learned from it and follow these lines in my general life, that I don't need to know everything [:)] After all, there is no need to get upset about any unimportant twats in life [:)] So if someone isn't really close to me, then I am more than happy not to know everything, as sometimes it is worth it NOT TO KNOW EVERYTHING [:)] I like him a lot and was shocked recently when my friend told me he had to give one of his kidneys to his son last year...thank god he is ok... Another Police officer I met during that time... During those bullying times one officer and I clashed big time one morning as he behaved like a real arse the afternoon before...and enjoyed to praise himself non stop the next morning...following which I told him clearly my view in one simple sentence following which he lashed out in a very personal way. Now, this did not stop me to leave my remark when the (not very much liked) boss came in later that morning...he had realised the air was thick because of that and asked what was going on but his deputy told him to "leave it"...anyhow, later that boss called me in his office and told me that this officer (an apprentice who was only at our department for the duration of 3 weeks, not one of the ones who were there since years) told him what had happened, as that officer has been there the afternoon before and witnessed the whole attitude from that other officer, and told me that he does not tolerate that in his department...he then later forced that officer to apologise to me which was a nice change.....ANYHOW, what I did value on that particular officer was simply that he did not "follow the crowd" to be "loyal" or out of fear it might impact on his career in a negative way if he dares to speak up...he simply stayed out of it and sticked to the facts and spoke up...which taught me a lot for my career not to care about any crowds within a work place...and even less in any other settings. My final boss at the police... as he was not making any difference between his staff, no matter if you were a cleaner, or secretary or officer in whatever rank...he valued everyone in the position they were working in and when anyone tried to continue the bullying game despite that I moved on to his department (as after all they do know each other in that field no matter in what building they are working and talk a lot) he stamped it out immediately. He was awesome and if I would ever decide to work in a manager position he would be the personality of manager I would be inspiring to be. He was also the one who inspired me to do more with my life than just working as a secretary, because of which I then did my second qualification after I left that position....though I am sure he never expected me to move that far to actually study [:D] Once I am back in shape again and received my degree on paper it will be time to visit him again [:)] My ex... As tough the last 12 month have been on our relationship I owe him a lot in life...he taught me a lot...he helped me out a lot when I needed help...and most of the time he is really a great guy...also he is not afraid to tell me off when necessary (though sometimes we disagree about it being necessary)...but I like it when friends are not afraid to tell you off when they feel its necessary... and last but not least...a little bit... my brother... we aren't much in contact and there is a heck of a lot he hasn't even got a clue about...but unlike my parents he is able to approach topics (such as my gained weight during the last 10 years) in a sensitive manner...a skill which my parents don't have...sensitivity....I am proud when I see my brother with his son....my nephew is a lucky boy to have him as his dad...so even when we aren't that much in touch...deep down I do know that he is a pretty good guy [:)] No matter how much he annoys me [8\|][:D]

Arpig -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/17/2011 10:37:26 PM)
My father, who I just received word has just passed away a few minutes ago. He taught me the value of people, he taught me to be true to myself, and he taught me to love freely and with all my heart. Everything that is good in me I learned from him. Rest in peace Dad.

sunshinemiss -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/17/2011 11:32:46 PM)
Blessings, good friends, and loving memories to keep you company, Bob.

Arpig -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/17/2011 11:34:23 PM)
Thanks Sunny.

LadyPact -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/17/2011 11:35:37 PM)
You've got mail, Hon.

HannahLynHeather -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 12:32:21 AM)
we are both so, so very sorry. you are in our thoughts. While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil. ~J. Taylor Hannah Lynn & Heather

JstAnotherSub -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 5:49:46 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Arpig My father, who I just received word has just passed away a few minutes ago. He taught me the value of people, he taught me to be true to myself, and he taught me to love freely and with all my heart. Everything that is good in me I learned from him. Rest in peace Dad. ((((((((hugs))))))))) so sorry for your loss hon.

gungadin09 -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 6:06:06 AM)
Big hugs. pam

LaTigresse -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:26:20 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Arpig My father, who I just received word has just passed away a few minutes ago. He taught me the value of people, he taught me to be true to myself, and he taught me to love freely and with all my heart. Everything that is good in me I learned from him. Rest in peace Dad. Oh I am so sorry to read this. I wish I had to words to convey. Hold on to the memories, the fun, the silly stuff.........all the good stuff. And he will be with you forever. When you can.......I would love to read more about him.

mnottertail -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:26:49 AM)
My heart to you and yours, Arp.

DarkSteven -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:27:04 AM)
OMG. My sympathies.

tazzygirl -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:29:47 AM)
Our sympathies, Arpig.

SilverMark -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:30:30 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Arpig My father, who I just received word has just passed away a few minutes ago. He taught me the value of people, he taught me to be true to myself, and he taught me to love freely and with all my heart. Everything that is good in me I learned from him. Rest in peace Dad. My most sincere sympathies to you and your family. Mark

myotherself -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:32:35 AM)
I'm so sorry Arpig {{{hugs}}} But I'm sure he'd be proud and happy to know how much he was loved and respected by you.

LillyBoPeep -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:38:42 AM)
wow Arpig =( so sorry to hear about your dad... sending good thoughts and hugs your way

GreedyTop -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:48:09 AM)
mail, doll. In light of Arpigs posts, hard on the heels of all the others that made me cry.. I dont know If I can properly tribute the men I wanted to. so.. suffice to say: Grandy, Dad, Unca Don, Lee, Jay S, Ja C., David, Chris M, and many others that I am too sleepy and sad now to list. MANYMUCH love to all of them for all they have taught me about the awesomeness of a good - no, GREAT, man.

PeonForHer -> RE: Celebrating the men in our lives. (6/18/2011 8:53:48 AM)
Sorry to hear that, Arpig. Take good care of yourself.

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