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[Gilly Bean]

I love this country. I am horrified with what's been happening.
I support what is being done to stop it.

But is it wrong of me to say that I am sick to death of hearing about it all over the news, all over the papers, all over the internet, in my email box, here, on the phone, and everywhere else?

Ok, saying I am sick of it isn't exactly what I mean. I just need a break. And I can't get away from it anywhere. 9 out of 10 posts are political views, views on whodunit, veiws on war, and reposts of the same things I hear when I turn on the tv.

I am sorry, but I just need a break from it all.

If I am not around for a few days, its because I can't even get a break here.

I know, I need to show my support. And I do. I made ribbons all weekend, to donate to Red Cross. I wear ribbons. My kids wear ribbons. I donated money to the red cross. I help where and when I can.

But I can't sit here with only this to see, and do.

So, flame if you wish, but it is just my opinion, on me.

 

[thumbs2_ca]

I think it is perfectly natural to feel like that. You need a break from it. I have mentioned on a few posts that I use wood heat in the winter.
I went out and got two loads of wood this weekend to work off frustrations.
Do you realize how much wood you can split picturing a specific persons face on that piece of wood? lol

 

[Cheyenne]

Just as those of us who aren't ready yet to go back to fun and flirting avoid those threads, you can avoid the threads related to politics, religion, etc. The bb has something for everyone if you use your own power to censor what you read.

 

[Mensa]

Post-traumatic stress

Too much bad news can have a deleterious effect on your health. Everyone needs a break from all the horror and the impending worse news. Try to do something positive to avoid the continual litany of tragedy. Read a book, watch a comedy video, something, anything to give yourself relief.

 

[CFOL]

Don't apologize for feeling Gilly. Fellings are personal to every one of us, they are neither right nor wrong they are simply yours.

If you need time away, please do so. I know from reading some of your posts that you're a married woman with kids, sounds like the perfect time for possibly a family getaway or some special time at home. Or possibly some time to indulge yourself in something you've been putting off.