Post-Chicago letdown

AvoidingRealWork

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I'm feeling really bummed. Low-energy. Sad.

My wife is flashing me. That helps.

Anyone else (Lit-togetherers or otherwise) feeling the blues today?
 
Yes.

I'm having these weird worries and concerns that I probably shouldn't be having, but my mind is just fucked up that way. Instead of just enjoying everything that happened, I'm doubting myself, I'm thinking that I got so much more than I gave and looked like a big egoist, and I'm worried that some of the people I was with might not have ended up enjoying themselves.

My mind just does that. It can't let go and just focus on the positive things, although there were so many.

I did tell a (real-life) friend about some of the things I experienced this weekend, and the look on his face cheered me up quite a bit. :)
 
I'm having these weird worries and concerns that I probably shouldn't be having, but my mind is just fucked up that way. Instead of just enjoying everything that happened, I'm doubting myself, I'm thinking that I got so much more than I gave and looked like a big egoist, and I'm worried that some of the people I was with might not have ended up enjoying themselves.

Well, I know Sophie and I were only there a few hours, but you gave us plenty and didn't take more than your share. We both liked you quite a bit.

Bask in it.
Laze around and let it soak in a little.

:rose:
 
Yes.

I'm having these weird worries and concerns that I probably shouldn't be having, but my mind is just fucked up that way. Instead of just enjoying everything that happened, I'm doubting myself, I'm thinking that I got so much more than I gave and looked like a big egoist, and I'm worried that some of the people I was with might not have ended up enjoying themselves.

You were wonderful! :rose:

I'm having the same feelings and worries you're having, though... that I monopolized attention, getting more than I gave. I also feel like I was an ass to a lot of people and worried that I pissed people off.

I'm feeling just generally unappealing today.

My mind just does that. It can't let go and just focus on the positive things, although there were so many.

I did tell a (real-life) friend about some of the things I experienced this weekend, and the look on his face cheered me up quite a bit. :)

Wish I could share this weekend with someone other than my wife (and roommate, who isn't around), but we don't tend to have the sort of friends who would "get" things like this.
 
Well, I know Sophie and I were only there a few hours, but you gave us plenty and didn't take more than your share. We both liked you quite a bit.

Bask in it.
Laze around and let it soak in a little.

:rose:

Thank you Logo, that made me smile :kiss: :)

I was so excited when I heard that you two were going to come to Chicago for a bit, and I'm glad that I got to meet both of you.
 
You were wonderful! :rose:

I'm having the same feelings and worries you're having, though... that I monopolized attention, getting more than I gave. I also feel like I was an ass to a lot of people and worried that I pissed people off.

I'm feeling just generally unappealing today.
Well you didn't piss me off, I can tell you that. :rose: I wish we would have gotten around to talking a bit more in Chicago, you seem like a really great guy (and someone that made me feel immediately comfortable). The impression that I got of you was a very positive one.

Wish I could share this weekend with someone other than my wife (and roommate, who isn't around), but we don't tend to have the sort of friends who would "get" things like this.
I don't really either, and it was driving me crazy. Usually, when I need to get something off my chest, I talk to friends, family and husband, and when that isn't appropriate, I post about it on Lit.

One of my husband's friends was very curious about last weekend, so I ended up sharing a few details with him (not everything) after getting the okay from S. He was a bit surprised, but I don't believe he thinks any worse of us now.
 
Right now I'm still so tired I don't think I've even truly had a chance to absorb all the great things that happened this weekend. Exhaustion is a powerful thing and only getting 3-4 hours of sleep a night can bring it on quickly -- although I know it was definitely worth every moment of missed sleep.

I'm having these weird worries and concerns that I probably shouldn't be having, but my mind is just fucked up that way. Instead of just enjoying everything that happened, I'm doubting myself, I'm thinking that I got so much more than I gave and looked like a big egoist, and I'm worried that some of the people I was with might not have ended up enjoying themselves.

My mind just does that. It can't let go and just focus on the positive things, although there were so many.

I did tell a (real-life) friend about some of the things I experienced this weekend, and the look on his face cheered me up quite a bit. :)

Jen, speaking personally, I didn't feel like you were dominating anything (well, maybe dominating isn't the best choice of words ;) ).

Watching you and the demonstration Saturday was incredible, a great learning experience, both personally and for my writing, and you are an incredibly beautiful person -- and that includes more than just physical beauty.

And if I got tired of it, there were other people, other places and I could have just moved to one of them. I chose to be where you were because it was an incredible experience and I was just glad you opted to let me and everyone else share in a moment that very easily could have been taken to a private room.

You were wonderful! :rose:

I'm having the same feelings and worries you're having, though... that I monopolized attention, getting more than I gave. I also feel like I was an ass to a lot of people and worried that I pissed people off.

I'm feeling just generally unappealing today.



Wish I could share this weekend with someone other than my wife (and roommate, who isn't around), but we don't tend to have the sort of friends who would "get" things like this.

Rest up and the feeling will pass. You were a lot of fun and a great and witty conversationalist (this coming from perhaps one of the more quiet attendees). I know I can speak for myself and Wenchie on this that you definitely didn't come off as an ass or piss us off and from other conversations, I'm pretty sure that holds true for all of them as well. I was glad for the chance to meet all three of you.
 
Well you didn't piss me off, I can tell you that. :rose: I wish we would have gotten around to talking a bit more in Chicago, you seem like a really great guy (and someone that made me feel immediately comfortable). The impression that I got of you was a very positive one.

*Blush* Thank you. You are a wonderful person, and Freckles and I both enjoyed our time and conversation with you a lot. Freckles mentioned later how much she likes you :). We also like S, though we didn't get a chance to talk much.

One of my husband's friends was very curious about last weekend, so I ended up sharing a few details with him (not everything) after getting the okay from S. He was a bit surprised, but I don't believe he thinks any worse of us now.

People are often shocked and surprised simply to learn that we are nudists. Some have a hard time dealing with that fact - not that we're, like, dropping robes in front of them or anything. I've taken just to not telling anyone anything, because of all of the judgmental attitudes and closed minds in the world.
 
Rest up and the feeling will pass. You were a lot of fun and a great and witty conversationalist (this coming from perhaps one of the more quiet attendees). I know I can speak for myself and Wenchie on this that you definitely didn't come off as an ass or piss us off and from other conversations, I'm pretty sure that holds true for all of them as well. I was glad for the chance to meet all three of you.

Thank you Nero. It was really great meeting you, quiet as you sometimes were :). Though I was a little miffed that you distracted Molly from strumming on my back ;). Just kidding.

I'll be better soon. My wife is suggesting I take a nap.
 
I too am a bit bummed...not about anything that happened or didn't happen...just the post Litogether let down and also not being able to be there Sat. What a bummer! :(

It would appear I missed so much...seeing Sophia and Logo again and much, much more.

I don't think there was anyone who took and didn't give back, it was a free flowing weekend of ideas, experiences and tech talk. ;)

To those of you I met and talked with and flirted with I salute you, you all made it fun to be there.

Thank you all...:rose::kiss::heart: ^5
 
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I'm feeling that way too. It's almost a sense of loss. And of course, now that I've had time to think all the "what-ifs" are creeping into my head. Insecurity issues and all that.

As for feeling like attention was monopolized, I don't think either of you hogged the spotlight at all, at least, not from anybody who wanted it. For me, though, I worry that I may have stolen the attention of a few people away from others who may have wanted it. And I know that I ignored a few people who wanted more of my attention. I'd be surprised if there are any hard feelings, but it's still something I worry about. :(
 
You were wonderful! :rose:

I'm having the same feelings and worries you're having, though... that I monopolized attention, getting more than I gave. I also feel like I was an ass to a lot of people and worried that I pissed people off.

I don't think you were an ass...at least, you weren't to me. :kiss: :rose:
 
Maybe the post-Chicago blues are trasmittable through the 'Net? I wasn't even there and today I'm cold, lonely, sad and ineffectual feeling. Maybe after the Naked Party gets wound up tonight things will get better. I hope so. Sure could use either an email or a PM from certain well-beloved ladies, I can tell you.
 
For me, though, I worry that I may have stolen the attention of a few people away from others who may have wanted it. And I know that I ignored a few people who wanted more of my attention. I'd be surprised if there are any hard feelings, but it's still something I worry about. :(

You're extremely sweet and I wish we could have talked more. I didn't feel ignored in the least, though. Just that there were so many people and so little time.
 
Jen, speaking personally, I didn't feel like you were dominating anything (well, maybe dominating isn't the best choice of words ;) ).

Watching you and the demonstration Saturday was incredible, a great learning experience, both personally and for my writing, and you are an incredibly beautiful person -- and that includes more than just physical beauty.

And if I got tired of it, there were other people, other places and I could have just moved to one of them. I chose to be where you were because it was an incredible experience and I was just glad you opted to let me and everyone else share in a moment that very easily could have been taken to a private room.

Thank you very much, Nero. :kiss: You're making me blush here.

What happened was one of my fantasies come true, though I never imagined that I could be so comfortable and free of worries or self-consciousness in the middle of such a scene. The encouragement from everyone watching (or participating) is what did it, I think, and I am so thankful that this get-together allowed for things to happen the way they did. :)
 
You're extremely sweet and I wish we could have talked more. I didn't feel ignored in the least, though. Just that there were so many people and so little time.

I wish we could have talked more too, and you're right, there wasn't enough time. Maybe next year we'll be able to talk some more. :rose:
 
I know I have it and I wasnt ever there!






Glad to know everyone had such a good time.... Definitely Next Year !
 
*Blush* Thank you. You are a wonderful person, and Freckles and I both enjoyed our time and conversation with you a lot. Freckles mentioned later how much she likes you :). We also like S, though we didn't get a chance to talk much.
Your wife is such a lovely person as well. I'm in awe how comfortable you both are with your bodies. :) Next year we'll have to plan to spend some more time with you two. :rose:
People are often shocked and surprised simply to learn that we are nudists. Some have a hard time dealing with that fact - not that we're, like, dropping robes in front of them or anything. I've taken just to not telling anyone anything, because of all of the judgmental attitudes and closed minds in the world.
I understand that completely. As many posters here, I've always had to be very careful who I talk to about Lit, and about my sex life and all that. I still cannot talk to my best friend back in Germany about sex, which makes me sad. I'd love to share my feelings about all this with her, or at least to explain to her why I like the things I like, but she'd stop listening before I'd get around to even explain anything. :(

Then again, I once ended up discussing my BDSM interests with two of the about-to-go-into-seminary religion majors during an abroad bible-related archeology summer class. They were quite interested and very non-judgmental. People will surprise you every once in a while. :)
 
I'm feeling that way too. It's almost a sense of loss. And of course, now that I've had time to think all the "what-ifs" are creeping into my head. Insecurity issues and all that.

As for feeling like attention was monopolized, I don't think either of you hogged the spotlight at all, at least, not from anybody who wanted it. For me, though, I worry that I may have stolen the attention of a few people away from others who may have wanted it. And I know that I ignored a few people who wanted more of my attention. I'd be surprised if there are any hard feelings, but it's still something I worry about. :(

Exactly. I'm glad I'm not the only one feeling this way.

For what it's worth, I would have loved to talk to you a bit more because you seem quite interesting, but I don't think you monopolized anyone. Besides, there's always next year :) :rose:
 
Exactly. I'm glad I'm not the only one feeling this way.

For what it's worth, I would have loved to talk to you a bit more because you seem quite interesting, but I don't think you monopolized anyone. Besides, there's always next year :) :rose:

You seem interesting too, and I would have liked to spend more time talking with you also, but...so many people and too little time. And yes, there's always next year. :) :kiss:
 
I'm thinking that I got so much more than I gave and looked like a big egoist, and I'm worried that some of the people I was with might not have ended up enjoying themselves.

I enjoyed myself, but if it'll make you feel better I propose a road trip so you can "give" a little. :D
 
We also like S, though we didn't get a chance to talk much.
You just like me because I told you that you have an enormous cock. Seriously dude, if that was me I'd get light headed. :cool:

You and your wife were absolutely great. That was very cool that you let me show you some ideas for the massages. Trust me, I don't really think I'm all that great, but I do love doing it and learning about new techniques. It's great to be able to help someone who's in pain (or just needs to relax). I played a show at a nudist colony once, and did the last set naked. I thought it was great (and very relaxing), although my bass player wasn't thrilled about staring at my naked ass. :D
 
And I know that I ignored a few people who wanted more of my attention. I'd be surprised if there are any hard feelings, but it's still something I worry about. :(

I know I teased you about not letting me "rub" you, but trust me, I didn't feel ignored in the least. To be honest, I liked going back for seconds on Jen. She makes great noises while being massaged. I've dated women that didn't make that much noise during sex. ;)

I am going to reserve an hour or two next year though. I only missed a few people this year and they get first dibs. I still can't believe I missed Sarahh for the second year in a row. She's just too tough to pin down (and believe me, I tried).
 
You just like me because I told you that you have an enormous cock. Seriously dude, if that was me I'd get light headed. :cool:

Aw, that's very sweet of you. :) Freckles is extremely fond of it. (And picks on me for being self-conscious about it.)

Actually, I was talking about a different S. But we did get to know you, and really enjoyed our time with you. I always enjoy hanging out with a fellow musician, and I appreciate the massage tips. Next time we're all together, bring the guitar, and maybe I'll brush up on my bass.

You and your wife were absolutely great. That was very cool that you let me show you some ideas for the massages. Trust me, I don't really think I'm all that great, but I do love doing it and learning about new techniques. It's great to be able to help someone who's in pain (or just needs to relax). I played a show at a nudist colony once, and did the last set naked. I thought it was great (and very relaxing), although my bass player wasn't thrilled about staring at my naked ass. :D

It wasn't Turtle Lake in Michigan, was it? They have a stage with a huge area around it. I would think the bass player would be acclimated to naked asses after a few sets at a nudist club, though.
 
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