Yesterday after I blathered my words upon the page, I noticed that many more in the blog world were going thru (or recently had) a slip back into the darkness. LemonGloria.blogspot.com (http://lemongloria.blogspot.com/2011/12/she-doesnt-get-eaten-by-eels-at-this.html?m=1) described her descent as slowly walking into water, flailing not to drown in the deep before you realize what is happening.
NicoleIsBetter.com (http://nicoleisbetter.com/candy-canes-costa-rica-and-slowly-crawling-out-of-the-hole) described hers as being in a hole. A pit of despair that seems impossible to escape.
The replies in both blogs' comments section are insanely courageous and heartwarming and kind. People sharing their stories of guilt & grief; sadness & despair. The support was so genuine and sincere.
Sometimes I pretend it's for me. Even tho it's not, the relief of not having to burden my friends and family with my troubles helps take the pressure off. Cause I am the strong one. At least that's what I try to keep telling myself....
The blogosphere is one of those places where, when you share things, you can feel so vulnerable and so safe at the same time. There's unquestionably comfort in numbers.
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