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  1. Frodo Baggins
    Honesty and clear intentions for what it is you plan on doing, one who is straightforward. That and a true sense of maturity. You truly become mature when you realize that your actions come with certain consequences, you think on those actions, and you realize how it truly affects the people involved. There are different experiences that lead to that, but for the most part, it's just something so basic and fundamental to being a human being, it's practically common sense. The sad thing is, it totally evades some people, and no matter what they do, it just goes right over their heads. It may seem like something small, but it could be something that costs them dearly.
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    VERY interesting premise. It's a song of praise on Christ, not what's been built around him. Personally, I'm an atheist, but I still find the value in Christ, and this is a poem that shows appreciation for who he was and what he stood for. It's very well written, and the title catches your eye immediately. THAT is very important. You have a strong title that leads into a well thoughtout poem. It warrants repeated readings. Regardless of faith, it's a poem that can be appreciated for not only the ideals of the author, but also what it stands for. I'm impressed. Keep up the good work.
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    Damn good poem there, love the imagery. It's the sort of poem that dares you to read it and go further. And if you have a dark sense of humor, it's hilarious AND you can see the point behind it. It's definitely awesome, especially how it practically spits in the face of every poetic cliche we know of. It's starkly original and very unique to the poet. Good job, man.
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    For me, I don't see champagne as a reference to alcohol at all, but rather as a bit of imagery in describing the purity of the dreams. The dreams may have been intoxicating, but I think it also means that the dreams are golden and sparkling LIKE champagne in retrospect. Since the character misses the life he once had, all that's left are dreams. And those dreams hold so much value now that nothing is left, that they seem golden. I agree, that it could be about innocence lost, but I'm thinking it's rather about a total change in life. The reference to champagne doesn't convey as much innocence as it's a symbol that implies more maturity. I'm seeing this as an adult who lost the world and yet still lives to be haunted by what once was. It's a loss of happiness, of love, of everything that made this person's life complete. It was a loss of complete and total structure. IMO
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    First off, I have to say that's an AMAZING poem. I'm really impressed, and I feel this deserves a well-thought-out response as it was a well-thought-out poem. I'm really impressed with the maturity level of the imagery you use. You create visuals very easily and naturally, they're familiar, but you place into them a personal flaire that makes them your own. You use a soft and gentle voice, there's a level of sweet innocence in the speaker as she describes the moment in time that brings her such pure happiness. It's almost dream-like, where time stands still, and you ENJOY the world around you and the company you have found. It reads very nicely and smoothly, and it appeals to the senses in a manner seen in older poetry. You're a really mature writer and I hope you continue to post your ideas and your works. Good job. ^_^
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    It's really good. If I may make some suggestions, you can tighten it a little by taking "It" out of "It taps" in the second line. Also, you should change "sorry" to "sorrow." That's an amazing line, it says so much. With that line, you can do away with the "tears to make grow" line since it's a repetition of the previous line. You also might want to break the poem into triplets, but it also works as one continuous flow of thought. All in all, it's a great poem. You convey your feelings clearly and concisely, I look forward to reading more of your work. Hope my suggestions help some.
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    (Allow me to apologize in advance for my answer) That's strictly a matter of...wait for it...taste. (Yes, I had to get the pun in there) It depends on the guy, really. There are some that like the taste, and others that don't; just as how there are some that hate the smell, and others that don't mind it, or how messy it can get. It all depends on the person doing the deed, so to speak. There is no broad yes or no answer.
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    Yeah, that checklist isn't a definitive rulebook to behavior; it's a guide comprised of observations that can help. The actions alone on the list mean nothing, but when taken into consideration with possible feelings, that's when it becomes more significant. Where it gets complicated is if you have to go by actions to acertain feelings; that's always gonna be a toughie, list or no.
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    Smile has a point, the arts are an excellent way of venting the feelings of pain and anger you feel. Be it through drawing, writing, music, or simply creating, the important issue is to focus your feelings and channel them. It's a part of the healing process because you're not keeping what upsets you to bottled up inside; you're not cycling the pain onto yourself, you're letting the pain go.
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    Hmm, you can't really help her unless she can help you, especially if she has little experience with herself. The only person that can really help you here is her, she has to basically see what works for her and then relay that info on to you so you can do what she likes. It's a part of the communication that goes into being in a relationship.
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    The syndrome of which you speak is fairly common, it's natural to become somewhat hypersensitive of sorts to your surroundings. You're reading too much into their comments, many are being good friends. Don't get me wrong, some of them may genuinely have an interest in you and if they do, follow through on it when you feel comfortable; but for the most part, a lot of it looks a lot like flirting because in a way you want it to look like flirting, so it registers as so. It's all subconscious, don't worry, there isn't anything wrong with you. Just go on with your life and try to get passed your ex.
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    Morri is right, you need to take a pause, look at yourself and take inventory. You need to calm down and get collected. If you want him back, you're not gonna do it by making yourself a complete wreck. That's not an attractive quality. Sure, it might garner you some sympathy, but he won't respect you, and it certainly won't bring him back. You need to calm down, and try to become a secure and independent woman, one that can take care of herself and one that doesn't need anyone. You need to dispell this idea that you need to leave yourself available for said person, where if you're enough of a wreck, they'll see the damage they've done and just come back. I can tell you first hand that DOESN'T WORK. Emotional wrecks are not attractive, they're not the kind that people want relationships with. What you need to be is confident. The most attractive quality in any person is confidence, you need to develop that.
  13. Frodo Baggins
    Exactly, "I wouldn't know." ... ... ... .... ..... ...... ....... :splat:
  14. Frodo Baggins
    Yeah, you can't really do anything about your height. It's not something that should be an issue. It doesn't make you any less of a person, nor does it diminish your personality or traits. Just be yourself, and if someone does judge you based on your height, remember, that person is a blithering idiot.
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    We could use some more detail-wise; what sort of vibes do you pick up off of her? Do you sense something from her, that she wants to be touched? If so, then you pretty much go for it, subtly and easily. Some more info would be appreciated so better advice can be given, but for the most part, trust your instincts and use finesse.
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    As avman said, faith can be a very potent part of life; it provides structure and a way for people to put perspective into their lives. He's right in asking if you've tried one particular faith. It's not so easy as simply asking for help, it takes interaction with the religious community and talking with the pastors and elders of the community; they have answers and perspectives that can help you. It's not a quick fix, and it won't be an easy solution; you have many years of depression to work through, but you indeed have value, and there are people that care for you. You have much to live for, faith can help you see that, and can hopefully give you the answers you need.
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    She could like you. She definitely doesn't hate you, that much is for sure. Though how deep of a relationship she'd be interested in is difficult to tell with clues like those. For the most part, she could just like you as a friend, or had a really good first impression of you and enjoys your personality. Doesn't mean she romantically likes you, but that she likes you as a person. That's not to say she can't like you romantically, it's possible that she does, but try not to get too ahead of yourself. Keep your eyes open, and if you want, might wanna try and work for a closer relationship with her.
  18. Frodo Baggins
    I'm sorry to say, but I agree with the first response to the thread. She's pretty much moved on. True, she may greet you warmly, but that really doesn't mean anything. It's likely that she wants to keep you as a friend, and just that, because if she were truly interested in rekindling a relationship with you, she would be with you and not that other guy. True, she may come back to you, but there isn't really anything you can do to make her see that. It'll be entirely up to her and how she percieves you, the best you can do is follow No Contact and make a more secure person out of yourself. That's what she fell for in the first place. And if she doesn't, she doesn't, it wouldn't be any fault of yours, it was simply something she didn't have interest in pursuing cause you can show interest all you want, but if she isn't interested, it'll all be a wasted effort. The best you can do is make a better person out of yourself apart from her, so that way if she does want to come back, you'll be able to accept her, and if she doesn't, you can accept that.
  19. Frodo Baggins
    Still, that would be one funny Noxzema commercial. lol
  20. Frodo Baggins
    The common misconception is that we can "get them back," which isn't possible. The only way you can "get someone back" is if they want to come back in the first place; and if simply simply doesn't feel it, there is nothing you can do that will change that. On the contrary, you actively pursuing her might actually make her draw away from you. The key is to simply build yourself up as your own person, talk to her as a friend, and don't really try to go anywhere further. Who knows, that might help get her to feel something for you. But if that were to happen, it has to happen by her own merit, not by your doing. Let her do it herself, you just be you.
  21. Frodo Baggins
    It looks like you're moving a little too fast for her. Your first clue was when she said that she doesn't really know you, and it was kind of a bad move to say that she's pretty. True, it's flattery and a compliment, but it might come accross as being the focal point of your interest in her. It sounds like that since you've mentioned it a couple of times. In any case, you need to slow down. You need to build a relationship with her first, be her friend, and from there try try and see if you can make something more out of it. You need to give her time to get to know you and to like you.
  22. Frodo Baggins
    Don't fret, 22 is still very young. You shouldn't let the opinions of your parents get you down, you'll find that most parents haven't got a clue as to what they're talking about, but they talk anyway for the sake of it. You're not doing any differently than millions of people your age, myself included. Don't worry, you aren't alone.
  23. Frodo Baggins
    You need to post some more information so we can help you, maybe you could tell us how you two get along (other than having conversations), or if there might be clues that you pick up on in how she acts towards you, things like that, because if you don't tell us these things, how are we going to know if she likes you?
  24. Frodo Baggins
    If he's a natural flirt, you just accept those things as being part of his character, as a regular interaction. Are there any other details about him that you could tell us? Maybe those could be hints to how he might feel towards you. But like I've said before, enjoy the flirting, but don't take it too seriously.
  25. Frodo Baggins
    Hmm, could you provide a bit of background info? We'd be able to help you better with some stuff that happened on those days. Thanks.
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