Jim’s April 12+, 2022 Introspective/Tantalizing/CopingMechanism/Nibbling Café

[dandelions]

Hmm,
If i were to open a café…
and open it today…
would i start with a rhyme
could be wasting your time
but not much a crime
i’d hope you’d indulge
my secret divulge
put it all on the table
hmm, but guess i’m not able
now lets see whose story
one better of glory
or how about funny
or how you made money
but best is of all
some intriguing tidbits may fall
something tantalizing to nibble
put it out on the table
or just have a coffee
or tea if you’re me
a donut or bacon
or 3 sunnyside ups
or what is your favorite
i’m sure we can dish some
but glad you are here
why i called you my dear
but ever beware
my poems get long
and hardly a song
may you try and do better
please write me a letter
and smile…

and todays question are:
• do you keep a diary?
• a journal?
• some form of creative expression?
• an outlet… that famous “coping mechanism”??
• and of course answer this question… what is the one thing you wrote about that you
wouldn’t tell a soul, not even me. Just kidding! Don’t Tell!!!

• but i do wonder what you do?
• do you run a marathon to let off some steam?
• how you talk to yourself or to god. ...or to the universe.
• do you try to get published or have your work shown in a gallery?
• do you leave it where someone close might stumble upon it?
• like under the pillow, or under the willow?
• in the laundry room?
• or next to the toilet?
• really do you share at all?
• are you constantly on guard?

remember, i know how sensitive the subject might be. pick and choose only the questions that are ok to you. this is a thing you may not want to answer at all or maybe only to one or few. then how about a poem or two?

and i am not asking for what all the content is. i only wonder if you reach for something this way to make your life fuller and happier as best you can. tell what is easy and fun and smile inspiring…

and what is your way of reaching. everything is optional... i hope you will give it a try...

and hope your café meal or snack or beverage is just as tasty as the stories we get to see…

so grab a bite and a drink and see if there is something to say about what’s on your mind

yours truly 👽

 

[dandelions]

and enjoy the food





@seabird @KM76710 @1964dodge @Skylarswims @Sunspots

 

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@Rockclimbinggirl @SillyOldBear @kdm
my tag fingers are tiring. hoping someone will do some tagging…… 😎

 

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[SillyOldBear]

and todays question are:
• do you keep a diary?
• a journal?
• some form of creative expression?
• an outlet… that famous “coping mechanism”??
• and of course answer this question… what is the one thing you wrote about that you
wouldn’t tell a soul, not even me. Just kidding! Don’t Tell!!!

• but i do wonder what you do?
• do you run a marathon to let off some steam?
• how you talk to yourself or to god. ...or to the universe.

Good cafe Extra.
I do keep a journal. Have for years. Although a while back I threw a bunch of them away. Still have plenty though. Figure if I ever CTB the journal may help explain why. But I don't write everything in it. Stuff I wouldn't even want my soul to know!
I do snuggle with my teddy bears. And I do talk to God. And am active in my church. It is nice to be with a group of people, even if only for a short time each week, who are not intent so much on what is wrong with the world, but what our small group can do to make it better.

 

[MAC0]

my second time replying to the Cafe thanks for the tag

do you keep a diary? No i have started them in the past but never gone more than a month

• a journal? no see above

• some form of creative expression? No I am not that creative wish I was would love a talent that I make something and build a career around it

• an outlet… that famous “coping mechanism”?? Compuer games I guess would be myainout let now but the depression is messing that up as I start something and within minutes have to move to something else same goes for reading be it books or Harry Potter fanfiction massive fan of that series and some of the fanfiction online is an amazing read

• really do you share at all? Do I share I was brought up with the ideas men dont ask for help and my life over time especially with this issue and depression has reinforced that as mum does not want to talk about it at all and if family will not no way I open up to friends

• are you constantly on guard? If I am alone yes I have always had a nervous issue since I was a child so being alone plays on my nervous big time

 

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@foreverforgotten @Optimistic Goatman @The Tigress ♡ @lost_in_a_fairytale

 

[Witty_Sarcasm]

• do you keep a diary?
No, haven't for a long time.

• a journal?
Only the one on here.

• some form of creative expression?
Writing.

• an outlet… that famous “coping mechanism”??
Music, reading, and writing.

• and of course answer this question… what is the one thing you wrote about that you
wouldn’t tell a soul, not even me. Just kidding! Don’t Tell!!!
Ok, then I won't. :P

• but i do wonder what you do?
Not much. haha

• do you run a marathon to let off some steam?
If I'm ever running, then I'm probably in a lot of trouble.

• how you talk to yourself or to god. ...or to the universe.
No, because I don't think anyone is listening to me.

• do you try to get published or have your work shown in a gallery?
My writing is on an app and people read it.

• do you leave it where someone close might stumble upon it?
I used to not show it to anyone, but now I don't care if people read it.

• like under the pillow, or under the willow?
That's a creative place to put it.

• in the laundry room?
Nah, don't want anyone stealing it. :P

• or next to the toilet?
No, it might get dirty. :P

• really do you share at all?
Sometimes I do.

• are you constantly on guard?
Usually but that's because I am hyper alert.

 

[KM76710]

• do you keep a diary?
• a journal? No diary or journal. I can't imagine writing down my addle pated ramblings.

• some form of creative expression? I do a lot of carpentry and woodworking. I also play accoustic and electric guitar.

• an outlet… that famous “coping mechanism”?? Just simply fishing in the tank in my backyard with catch and release with the perch is a fine way to relax, especially while sipping a beer or two.

• and of course answer this question… what is the one thing you wrote about that you
wouldn’t tell a soul, not even me. Just kidding! Don’t Tell!!! Once, when I was young and alone and had no clothes on. No wait that comment was from Thomas Haden Church as Lowell on the sitcom Wings. The character is one of my favorite oddball characters. LOL

• but i do wonder what you do? Fishing is great, so is camping out without all the distractions of technology.

• do you run a marathon to let off some steam? Being lazy and from Texas I don't marathon, I mosey.

• how you talk to yourself or to god. ...or to the universe. Not so far, but I hope my thoughts carry.

• do you leave it where someone close might stumble upon it? Unlikely with me being a hermit.

• really do you share at all? I am more often the quiet and reserved type in person. One of the pluses here is sharing with others who also do and we get to know each other. I am always hopeful and wishful for good for those who have stories and lives that make mine look and sound like a cake walk in comparison.

• are you constantly on guard? Absolutely, all the time. With the human race being so much what it is it is nothing but self defense.

 

[FlamingoWrangler]

Thanks for the cafe Dan!

I learned early on that private journals are tools for for others to use to hurt & laugh at me. I think it could be beneficial. The risk of exploitation is too great.

I don’t think there is much left inside anymore. Hollow.

I would like to say i will return soon to share, but it seems too much lately.

be well!
🦩🦩🦩🦩

 

[KM76710]

Thanks for the cafe Dan!

I learned early on that private journals are tools for for others to use to hurt & laugh at me. I think it could be beneficial. The risk of exploitation is too great.

I don’t think there is much left inside anymore. Hollow.

I would like to say i will return soon to share, but it seems too much lately.

be well!
🦩🦩🦩🦩

take all the time that you need to see to yourself and take care of yourself.

 

[Windhover]

Now oh man you’ve done it I have to make a poem. With apologies:
Thanks for the tag 👽 -

afaik only alien with a cafe here on earth.
So I’ll have a strong tea, 2 eggs, please a sprinkle of mirth.
Give me a smile or take one they’re free.
Rant, or be quiet or converse while with me,
Our moments are few our tears often cursed,
But look take a breath: Hugs, loved ones, food & music give worth.
Yeah stinky oh well.

and todays questions are:

• do you keep a diary? Nope.
• a journal? Notes to self when things are rough. Last couple of years for example.

• some form of creative expression? Yes various images ooze out of me on a regular basis.

• an outlet… that famous “coping mechanism”?? Weight workouts, and just re-starting jogging aka walk run walk.

• and of course answer this question… what is the one thing you wrote about that you
wouldn’t tell a soul, not even me. Just kidding! Don’t Tell!!! Fine I won’t!!

• how you talk to yourself or to god. I let the guy (gal?) upstairs know I am still here, hope those who have died are home safe, and that I am sorry for all the overtime those angels who help me are putting in.

...or to the universe. No but I like its songs

• do you try to get published or have your work shown in a gallery? I have in the past & would like to again.

• do you leave it where someone close might stumble upon it? No

• really do you share at all? I’m learning to do so, finally.

• are you constantly on guard?
Hmmmm. I have been known to be yes I guess so. @KM76710 put it very well. [/QUOTE]