Blinded By The Light
I haven't bloged much lately, but there have been good reasons. The first is that I have been very busy with work (happily the recession does not seem to be affecting me at all), with more work than there are hours to complete it, thank the Goddess.
The second, and more important, is that I have been subscribing to RSS feeds from other blogs and it has been rather depressing. There are some blogs, like Somerset Seasons and Bee-Leaf, that are filled with delights, gentle humour and kindness that I just thrive on, but they stand in stark contrast to many.
On some, the writers are so blinded by the bright lights shining from their own bottoms, that it begars belief. It's amusing to read the self-absorbed ramblings of these people, though I get little time to indulge myself in this entertainment lately. I suppose, on a purely selfish level, it makes me realise that I have a life and friends, when I read the adolescent-sounding, angsty ramblings on their deep and wise insights, etc., - though I suspect that's because they don't have much else to focus upon.
Less amusing are the people who take swipes, claws fully extended, at whatever attempt one makes to say a kind word, editing and re-working their cruel words day-by-day until they sound fair and reasonable; sadly though, unkind words cannot be unsaid or edited down to something less vitriolic than the initial outburst. These are the people that it is time to walk away from. Many years ago I resolved not to allow toxic people into my sphere and it is time for a Spring clean. There isn't one good reason for wasting time when there are so many good, thoughtful and gentle people with whom I can spend my time.
Today I celebrate and salute Ravensky, a woman of considerable resolve and humour, but more than anything, a woman who has a stout heart, bravery and compassion. People like Ravensky make the world a better place, not least because of her down-to-earth and unpretentious attitude; rather than gazing at her own navel, she went out to the wild fires in Victoria, Australia and rescued people and animals because... because that's the sort of person she is. It's humbling knowing people like that and it suffuses me with optimism and joy. We need more people like Ravensky, with a sense of community and compassion, and much less of the egregious behaviour that seems to be so attractive to some lately.
posted by The Shepton Witch @ 23:27
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I think this post is incredibly sad. I have no idea who you refer to, as you make no mention of the blogs that cause you such offence, but all I can say is that each blog I read, many of whom link to your page, speak only of their own personal and spiritual development. What else can a blog do other than speak of the writers own journey, especially if it is of a spiritual nature? I find this attack to be one of cowardice, as you cannot name anyone you have in your sights. Your own claws are out, but in a secretive and concealed manner, and that, to my mind, is worse than anything you choose to accuse anyone of. Shame on you.
Are you in Australia pulling people from fires? Why then should anyone else in this country be doing the same? "judge not that you be not judged" springs to mind.
I don't see the value or worth in posts of this nature. It sounds pretty much like any discussion I would expect to hear at the bar of a little frequented local pub, the local W.I, or from the conversation of a bored couple in the queue at the local bakery.
Come on! Posts of this nature are not what you are made of! You are worth, and worthy of, much more than this! Why have you sunk to this level? It makes me sad that someone of your capability and stature has sunk to this kind of petty sniping. Take a good look at yourself and come back from this to that which you once were, when your posts mattered and meant something and inspired people. I fail to see any worth in posting just to have a go. Such posts don't meet the criteria of your tag line and strike me as simply political, and not spiritual at all.
Hello Andy
I appreciate the time you took to write your comment, but as you so eloquently point out, our blogs are our own journeys. Sadly my journey has taken me into areas that are hurtful and unpleasant; it seems I needed a reminder to not leave the doors to my life and feelings wide open for anyone to trample. It is entirely my right to express myself exactly as I choose, just as you reserve that right for yourself on your own blog, unless you are suggesting that people only have the right to express themselves if it meets your approval? I can name the people to whom I refer, I choose not to.
As you feel my blog has become cowardly, petty, political, sniping and no longer provides inspiration and is un-spiritual (did I miss any of your condemnations? Oh yes, claws out, secretive and shameful), I'd suggest that it might be wise to remove the link to my site from your blogroll.
My celebration of Ravensky was because of her care for other people; if I had been in Australia, I'd like to think I'd have had the courage to go along with her. The timing was a stark juxtaposition of someone who focusses outwards and those who have been unkind, who all focus inwards. I think I'd rather be remembered for my deeds than any vainglorious scribblings. We all do what is right for ourselves at the time, and for those who focus inwards I say "Good luck!" and for those who focus outwards, I'm with them.
I wish you a good journey, wherever it takes you, Sarah.
Sarah, Ive read your original post, and the comments here. Ive learned over the last few years to let things wash over me, and not take as much to heart. like a breeze has ruffled me but then has gone, and left no mark. its been a difficult lesson to learn, for I hurt easily, and sometimes I still fail and let things affect me, no matter how much I try not to. I do try to focus on the good, the positive, and let the negatives in life- people and situations, flow past me,sitting quietly and visualising a river washing these things away from me. It seems to me that things have got to you, and you also need to let it all go whoosh as it flows by, and not creep under your guard.
February is always a difficult month- its my worst month too, so i try to keep extra busy until its over!! it will soon be springtime, hang on to that thought!
I am sending you a hug, and lots of positive thoughts. bright blessings to you
leanne x
ps thank you for the nice comment about my blog. x
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