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Intro / Therapy for the soul

Discussion in 'The Welcome Lounge' started by Threshold, May 16, 2008.

  1. Threshold

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    Hi. I'm new here and just getting familar with EC. I like it here, so much to take in and so many to learn from. I'd thought I'd share a bit of myself with you all in an effort to help break the ice. First off, I'm a late-bloomer with coming to terms with my sexuality and I deal with life long battles of depression in part. When I am down though, I can be quite creative. It helps me focus on being productive, which is important with depression. I choose to write lyrics and poems as sort of a theraputic thing for myself. Although I don't usually share my stuff, I was reading some of the intimate stories and struggles so many of you have shared and I became overwhelmed with how much of what I was reading reminded me of me (only hidden) and how I admire and envy the younger generations for not being afraid as I have, nearly my whole life, in acknowledging who you are - Kuddos to all of you! I mean that from the bottom of my heart - I wish I could have been that way so much earlier in life during those times.
    After reading some of the posts here, I had to stop and write the following - Its meant to serve only as a reminder for myself, for when I feel lost again, but then it occurred to me that perhaps there are folks here that can find something in it for themselves too - and that's why I'm sharing. Please enjoy and thanks for reading.

    The Threshold

    I believe that I have always known -
    The truth I fear to be shown.

    And as I wipe away another tear -
    I ponder over what it is I fear.

    Do I fear my family, society and friends?
    Or perhaps is it just their blinded opinions.

    It is because of fear, that I’ve held myself back -
    Hell, I even married out of the courage I lack.

    My whole life I felt I’ve had to hide -
    To conceal my true feelings as I lied.

    And so, out of habit, I have lived in my mold -
    Fearing to step over, the closeted threshold.

    But now I realize, That I must step out -
    To save myself and wash away doubt.

    For there was a time for me to deny -
    But now its time to live and not to cry.

    Copyright © 2008 SWIG-Hijinx​
     
  2. Mirko

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    Hi there! Thank you for sharing your poetry. Parts of it speak directly to the feelings and fears I have had for the last number of years. I hope you'll enjoy your stay with us. EC is an amazing place.....Welcome to Empty Closets! :slight_smile:
     
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    Hi and welcome to EC!
     
  4. Threshold

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    thanks for the welcome :slight_smile:
     
  5. yahooooo

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    Hey, welcome to EC :slight_smile: Hope you enjoy your time here and find it really helpful. Good poem too :grin:
     
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    Welcome and great poem.
     
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    A very creative hello...:icon_bigg

    A big welcome to EC - hope we can help you.
     
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    Welcome! Your poem is beautiful!
     
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    Hi and Welcome to empty closets!!

    And thank you for sharing your poetry!! It was great!!

    Hope to see you around:smilewave
     
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    :welcome:HI and Welcome to EC!
     
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    What a wonderful introduction! Welcome to EC! :slight_smile:
     
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    welcome to EC!
     
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    You are simply fascinating. I'm sure you'll be a great addition to EC. <3
     
  14. Threshold

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    Thanks again everybody, for the warm welcome. :icon_bigg
    LoveJames - Thanks babe! That was very sweet. :kiss:
     
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    Welcome to EC from another 37 year old 'late-bloomer'. You'll love it here, I'm sure!