tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post7094805681777448278..comments2023-09-24T11:26:16.606-04:00Comments on The Middle Ages: Dear Women Fully ClothedDeb and Barbarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04444390852070865517noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-25070594372279526722011-06-29T15:25:50.807-04:002011-06-29T15:25:50.807-04:00Hi Dawn, thanks for your thoughts. It wasn't e...Hi Dawn, thanks for your thoughts. It wasn't easy but it was so right. I couldn't have made this choice when I was younger. Age does have it's advantages.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041122116481448321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-25088831777358477472011-06-29T14:45:23.378-04:002011-06-29T14:45:23.378-04:00I hate the phrase "Some day you'll look b...I hate the phrase "Some day you'll look back and..." because you don't think you'll really ever look back and truly appreciate what you're doing at that moment. Deep down, it's something you *have* to do, and intellectually, you KNOW that, but all you can feel is the emotional "consequences." <br /><br />I'm writing this to say I admire how courageous it was of you to make the decision you KNEW you had to make, even though the emotional side of you was fighting it every step of the way. Few people do what is ultimately the best for them, for so many reasons, yet you did. I applaud you for that.<br /><br />Hopefully, it's a moment you can look back and say, "Yep, I did it, I survived it, I grew from it, and I was RIGHT." It's a moment we can all look back and tell you we are proud of you. <br /><br />PS Yep, that "Pete Best" line made me giggle. But you did what was best for YOU. You are a survivor of what you went through. And again, you were RIGHT. You could do it.<br /><br /><br />DawnAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-92093234594228919802011-06-21T09:04:25.307-04:002011-06-21T09:04:25.307-04:00There are no middle-aged all-woman comedy improv t...There are no middle-aged all-woman comedy improv troupes in the UK. None. I demand you all reform and play here now.M.J. Nichollshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12972190103986599079noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-21190866749495019152011-06-21T01:16:39.470-04:002011-06-21T01:16:39.470-04:00It takes a lot of courage to make those very tough...It takes a lot of courage to make those very tough decisions in life. And from all I've read, Deb, you seem to be a woman of great courage, and you're a good role model for any of us who are facing one of those tough decisions. Thanks very much for sharing.Aprilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12945954352194416417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-86681139140300680532011-06-20T22:30:00.374-04:002011-06-20T22:30:00.374-04:00And I'm gonna jump on the loving the Pete Best...And I'm gonna jump on the loving the Pete Best line band wagon!! Own it, baby!Barbarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10020502430509158737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-54657869526112270252011-06-20T21:33:24.661-04:002011-06-20T21:33:24.661-04:00Pamela Jo you are right. Time. For all of us. Than...Pamela Jo you are right. Time. For all of us. Thank you.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041122116481448321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-37916591223591574692011-06-20T21:28:24.689-04:002011-06-20T21:28:24.689-04:00Deb, The hardest thing to do is leave the safety o...Deb, The hardest thing to do is leave the safety of friends and the familiar, to go into the unknown alone. It is hard on those leaving and on those left behind. <br />We never want to think of letting someone else down, so we wind up letting ourselves down.<br />You were very brave to say enough, it is time to move on.<br /><br />Pamela JoTheres just lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01557649636152032566noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-29838370982884797812011-06-20T20:43:26.781-04:002011-06-20T20:43:26.781-04:00So glad someone liked that. You know those moments...So glad someone liked that. You know those moments when you write and you have a bit that you are so proud of? That was mine! Thanks! of course, in the sad but true category!!!Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041122116481448321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-46902800089430214392011-06-20T20:33:28.638-04:002011-06-20T20:33:28.638-04:00"The Pete Best of Women Fully Clothed" -..."The Pete Best of Women Fully Clothed" - so sad but so frickin" funny!The Naghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06978145047787798267noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-59499448430540285522011-06-20T19:54:37.848-04:002011-06-20T19:54:37.848-04:00You are kind Kate. We are all so well.You are kind Kate. We are all so well.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041122116481448321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-31210474214140204382011-06-20T17:21:28.407-04:002011-06-20T17:21:28.407-04:00Glad to hear they're doing so well and you are...Glad to hear they're doing so well and you are too. Every one of you is fricking brilliant.Blondi Blathershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15656970490122824720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-39114091364407918792011-06-20T13:03:17.137-04:002011-06-20T13:03:17.137-04:00Thanks Gae, as I was writing it, I was actually su...Thanks Gae, as I was writing it, I was actually surprised that I was doing it. One of those posts that just flow out. Ten minutes. Done. Funny huh? Thanks Madge, you know it's funny about the "ins and outs" as you say. In the end, they had nothing to do with my leaving and also I would only be able to share my side of the story, which of course isn't fair. <br />Thanks Rayna, Yes wow did I wonder over these two years if I shoulda coulda woulda! But I did and it's great for everyone.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041122116481448321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-37963277391703879212011-06-20T12:38:28.548-04:002011-06-20T12:38:28.548-04:00Beautiful post, Deb. Don't we all have to go t...Beautiful post, Deb. Don't we all have to go through those choices where you wonder if you did right or wrong. You want to turn back, but do not because painful though it is, you know you have done the right thing. But even later, you are not sure....<br />Applaud your spirit, Deb. And thank you for sharing this.Natashahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00481081735923606868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-14736800417853407452011-06-20T12:16:08.213-04:002011-06-20T12:16:08.213-04:00Deb, like any breakup one looks back and worries a...Deb, like any breakup one looks back and worries about having made such an enormous move but after the dust settles usually you feel better and know it was the right thing for you first and then for all those involved. Thanks for sharing this story about coming out on the other side. Not being privy to all the ins and outs it seems to me you made the right decision as hard as it might have been for everyone involved.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-86918434949505523322011-06-20T12:12:24.394-04:002011-06-20T12:12:24.394-04:00this is a beautiful post. I've been too busy t...this is a beautiful post. I've been too busy to be here of late, and this reminds me why I need to get back. Love you ladies. Thanks for sharing, Deb.gae polisnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10491813685110351809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-2913703023223692752011-06-20T11:39:02.461-04:002011-06-20T11:39:02.461-04:00Thanks Hart, it was a very rewarding journey indee...Thanks Hart, it was a very rewarding journey indeed. I did find peace. Blessed lovely peace. Women Bare Naked-OF COURSE YOU WOULD WANT THAT! :-)<br />But of course no room for that as Canada already has The Barenaked Ladies!!!Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041122116481448321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-2343884518291424472011-06-20T10:10:33.170-04:002011-06-20T10:10:33.170-04:00Oh, Deb-you are so fabulous to have stepped back a...Oh, Deb-you are so fabulous to have stepped back and SEEN what this journey is, what it takes, what it can give. I think so often when we 'leave' it is just to hard to face that they continued on successfully--especially when you loved it and felt so integral.<br /><br />So I'm glad you found your peace and way to be a part from another angle.<br /><br />Though I wouldn't be me if i didn't point out they'd be better off as Women Bare Naked...<br /><br />*hugs to you*Hart Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17599570189253229318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-22972718326087039132011-06-20T10:00:22.240-04:002011-06-20T10:00:22.240-04:00Thanks Rigel for understanding. But I have to also...Thanks Rigel for understanding. But I have to also stress that the journey was two sided. I think we have all come out the other side. Seeing the show and sharing their joy was our full circle!Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041122116481448321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-46466984564639267452011-06-20T09:35:40.440-04:002011-06-20T09:35:40.440-04:00Oh, Deb. So much pain, confusion, and struggle be...Oh, Deb. So much pain, confusion, and struggle behind the words you typed. A hard decision and a hard aftermath. :( An act of self-preservation and collateral damage, bravery and guilt, certainty and doubt, peace and confusion, relief and regret - such a difficult and tumultuous but necessary path. I hate that you had to ache like that. I rejoice that you've come so far in healing. Still, Deb, your words speak of so much gut wrenching and trauma between their lines. Oh, Deb...Rigelnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-69838461982599676292011-06-20T09:24:08.589-04:002011-06-20T09:24:08.589-04:00you are so right Lyndsie. And we are. We are all d...you are so right Lyndsie. And we are. We are all dear friends.Debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17041122116481448321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1528510907038944744.post-27345285828983846362011-06-20T09:16:06.600-04:002011-06-20T09:16:06.600-04:00Thanks for sharing deb. Even know that r not part ...Thanks for sharing deb. Even know that r not part of them any more,at least you all can be friends.Thats the most important thing. I think.<br /><br />LyndsieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com