Call Me Switzerland!

United States
August 26, 2008 9:08am CST
There's been a lot going on recently and I have to say, I'm deeply disturbed about all of it. It hurts my heart. But I care about both sides - I care about all the people involved. And as I've told both, I'm remaining neutral and not taking sides. Hence, the title of this discussion. Call me Switzerland. One of the parties told me, lovingly, I might add, that I would appear two-faced if I continue this way, but as we discussed, I don't particularly care. Because I'm not two-faced, I'm just trying to strike a balance between the two sides involved and not take any particular side against the other. A delicate balance, yes? But a balance worth maintaining. Throughout my life, I've always had friends who didn't like each other, or fell out with each other, and I kept them all, despite their differences. That's what I'm doing here. I'm keeping them all. I know that a lot of you feel the same way and I wanted to offer a place to speak about it - a place for those of you who feel as I do, who want to strike that balance. So tell Mama Nova all about it. I'll offer you love and support. My heart is big enough for all of you. Some of you know the truth of that statement and others will find it out. So - wanna come to Switzerland?
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@skinnychick (6905)
• United States
26 Aug 08
Hey darling! I have been off of mylot for awhile and every time I go away- something happens! Ughhh! Maybe I should just sit on mylot and never leave? Would that help? By the way, I still have something to mail to you but I had hand surgery so I'm recovering but will get to the post as soon as I can! I just can't lift too much yet! Big hugs and love- Switzerland! XOXOXOXO
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• United States
26 Aug 08
I love to yodel!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Shoot, how do you type yodeling??? Switzerland is beautiful!
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• United States
26 Aug 08
I don't know how you type yodeling, but I tried in Response #8. Go check it out. You'll probably get a good laugh out of it. Yo del ay hEEEEEEEEE!
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@LadyMarissa (12148)
• United States
26 Aug 08
Welcome back Skinny. I've had so much fun with your fantasy!!! Seems it involved a train & the hood of a car Since you taking a break from here seems to cause disharmony, I'd appreciate it if you'd stay sittin in front of your puter!!! You won't be required to type a word!!!
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• United States
26 Aug 08
Switzerland's Flag - Honestly, what is up with people lately? Did everyone swallow a bug or something worse--let it crawl up their a$$? Y'all need to chill out, walk away from the keyboard and get a life...my God, GET A LIFE! This is still a cyber world, and I really do think that there are some folks here that make quite a bit up (even if they do post their real picture), but in the end, YOU'RE the one that ultimately has to live with whatever YOU type here. GROW UP!
Nova, I'm coming in on the tail-end of the conversation (heck, I always end up smelling like $hit!), so I'm not quite sure just what's happened here, and to tell you the truth, I really don't care. I'm here for interesting, intelligent discussions but lately it's become a lot of 'He Said, She Said' kind of crap and frankly, I'm beyond that. So I'd like to join you and offer this lovely flag to hang out here with you (I'd do the Libran scales, but seeing as I'm currently upset with my not-so-favorite Libra man , I decided to keep things neutral!). May I join you in your oh-so-mature state? {sarcasm is NOT directed at YOU!}
• United States
26 Aug 08
lol, Scorp, nicely said, darlin. And thanks for the flag!!! It's flying proudly over this discussion. And you DO NOT smell like sh!t!!! You smell quite lovely. Whatever you've missed, you haven't missed anything. He said, she said all over the place. And I hate it, as I said. But I really like the people involved and that's the whole point here. So yes, please join me in my oh-so-mature state of Switzerland, darlin Scorpiobabes. It's lovely here. No not-so-favorite-Libra-men allowed. All the rest are welcome.
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• Canada
26 Aug 08
Yes, I'm so excited for you getting this new job. I know you have been looking for awhile. Tell us all about it when you get back. Love ya! ((HUGS))
• Canada
27 Aug 08
OH GOODY, GOODY, GOODY. And let's say it LOUD, LOUD, LOUD.
@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
27 Aug 08
Hi Nova I agree it is very disturbing what is going on here right now, hence the reason I will soon be staying away from here for a long period of time. I have Friends on both Sides to and yes I backed a very good friend of mine and always will as such but enough is enough now, certain People do not know when to leave it, I used to love this Site but at the moment I certainly dislike it I just hope that all this will stop one Day and everyone just goes their only little way
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@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
27 Aug 08
Thanks Angel
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• United States
27 Aug 08
Amen Gabs! :)(:
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• United States
27 Aug 08
Sugar, I wish you would just stay. Why can't the rest of us just do what we've been doing all along and just have fun???? Dangit. Trust me, I understand where you're coming from, I truly do. And I certainly respect your decision to take yourself away from here for a while. But it's frustrating to lose people like you. You're one of the most popular people around here, from what I've seen. So it's a damn shame if you leave. But do what you must, follow your gut and your heart. That's what I do, so I couldn't ask you to do anything any differently. Just know you'll be missed and your return will be cause for some serious rejoicing. That sounds kinda funny, but you know what I mean. So - Gabs. Take care of yourself, keep healthy as you can, and do what's best for YOU. We'll be here when you get back. We'll keep a light on for ya.
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@bellaofchaos (11538)
• United States
27 Aug 08
Mama Nova, I too have friends on both sides some are new and some are old friends but they are friends all the same. I love them all and like you I want to strike a balance. I love ya mamma Nova. I wish I could add something witty and intelligent but I can't I just want my friends to know that I love them no matter what their differences are with easchother.. My friends are just that my friends it doesn't mean that they have to get along with eachother it only means that me and them have to get along. Do you know what I mean? Well I'm off I'm sick and tired.. I had an allergic reaction to the meds that I was put on to get better and now I had to discontinue that one. grrrr. I feel like I'm getting worse and not better. I'll talk to you later.
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• United States
28 Aug 08
I was so sick yesterday that i was bearly coherrant. LOL! I did nothing but rest most of the day yesterday and today I feel a little better but am still tired. So I'm going to rest today and be back tomorrow. I will talk to you later. Lots of Love and Hugs to you....
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• United States
28 Aug 08
Awww, poor baby Bella. You've had a really rough last few days, darlin. I'm so happy to hear that you might actually be on the upswing. At this point, I'm sure any relief is good relief. Stay in bed if you need to. Give yourself a chance to grow stronger. Then, you'll be back to normal, and back to the fun. And I'll see you there.
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• United States
28 Aug 08
So Bella, are you feeling any better today, darlin? Allergic reactions can leave you weak and quite sick, so please let me know if you're ok, ok? And listen, you always leave something witty and intelligent when you come here, so do not worry about that. It appears, too, that one of the members of the fracas has put out a real apology, so I'm hoping that the others involved pick up that peace pipe and that we can get back to normal very soon. You take care, Bella, and concentrate on getting yourself all well and better. The rest will take care of itself. I love ya too, beautiful Bella. xx
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@ellie333 (21016)
26 Aug 08
Hi Nova I will come to Switzerland with you too as I have experienced this myself but my love for both the friends has caused me to be tactful rather than sideful (new word but I like it) I used to mention other mutual frineds in conversation but not bring the persons name they had fallen out with into the conversation and if asked about the friend would say oh I guess you will have to speak to them yourself really to find out as I don't know. It is not being two faced, it is being diplomatic and I don't think friends should make you have to take sides anyway. I will fight for what I believe in but not get involved in someones elses battle. Peace, love and understanding is what I aim for not war. Love & huggles. Ellie :D
• United States
26 Aug 08
Ellie, you are my sister in heart. And welcome to Switzerland! Ellie, I love your new word - sideful! Yup, I don't want to be sideful either. That's why I put up this discussion - because a lot of other people feel the same way and I think that sometimes it's hard for us to say that we don't want to take sides, because we think we might hurt one of the parties involved. But in this case, I just care so much about both sides. I refuse to lose either of them, if they let me. Thank you for you input here, darling Ellie. I so very much appreciate it and I mean that sincerely. You're such a love. And I love that you're always that way too, very consistent, just like I am. Diplomatic. Yup.
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@LadyMarissa (12148)
• United States
26 Aug 08
God BLESS YOU NOVA!!! Of the butt showing I watched yesterday, I cannot take sides as I only know one party & refuse to judge the other. I think I have guessed who the third party is. Well, if it is this person, she's a friend also & I wasn't a member here when all this started so I cannot judge that either. I just pray that ALL involved have taken a deep breath & calmed down. Not knowing all involved nor what it was about, I felt a lot of hurt from the things being said. Hurt on BOTH sides (I guess I should say on ALL 3 sides...4 if you count me.) I do appreciate you taking the role of Switzerland today as I did not feel it was my place to jump in the middle of something that was NONE of my business, yet I do appreciate the opportunity to release some of the pain I received in the midst of the fallout. I would like to offer a HUGE HUGGGGG to EVERYONE hurt during this time...NOT only to the 3 in the middle but ALSO to everyone standing around the edge. I offer my LOVE to ANY & ALL who need it at this point!!!
• United States
26 Aug 08
OMG Nova! LMAO!! Your hilarious!
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• United States
26 Aug 08
Aw geez, so much to address. So - first: Lady M. God bless you too, darlin. Yes, there's been hurt on all sides, too much. But hopefully there can also be some healing, although, like with deep physical wounds, deep emotional wounds can take a fair amount of time to heal. During the time that we're waiting for the healing, I think we should continue to do what we've been doing: searching out fun, flirtation, fantasies, and oh yes, friends. I still love this place - because of the people in it, people like you, for instance. You're a newer friend, but a very valued one. I so much appreciate seeing you here, and reading what you've said. You have very open arms and a great big heart,that's quite clear. The love you have offered here is embraced and appreciated by not only myself, but I'm sure by many, many others here as well. Keep it coming, LadyM. We need all the love we can get. Da ta da da da, all you need is love......geez, I've got songs coming in from all directions, I LOVE IT!!!!! Here's another one: Imagine there's no heaven, it's easy if you try - no hell below us above us only sky Imagine all the people sharing life in pea-eee-ece! You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one. I hope someday you'll join us and the world can live as one. Sorry if I screwed up any of the words - I'm really really good at screwing up song lyrics, but my heart is in the right place, so I think you'll probly forgive me. I love this myLot world. (See, mykl, I spelled it right, for a change!) And I intend to continue in this world just like I've been doing. I'm gonna keep flirting, and singing, and yakking my head off, and responding to the discussions you people put out and trust me, I don't know how you do it, how how you come up with all that you do, but you blow me away with all your cleverness and imaginings and eloquent writings, and I am gonna KEEP KEEPIN ON, darlins, so, so, um, well, so there! LadyM. You rock. Wanna see MY butt?
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• Canada
26 Aug 08
Thank you LadyMarissa, you are a wonderful person. ((HUGS)) right back at you. I could use one right about now and you are so kind to offer. I am so sorry if a little disagreement that shouldn't have gotton so big spoiled your time here, or anyone else's either. That was never my intention. I thought we would just have a difference of opinion, and agree to disagree, but it blew up in my face. Ooops. I guess we are all just human after all and cannot always control our emotions. No harm was ever intended by me. Again, I am so sorry that it hurt you, too. We are really only here to have fun. And wonderful Nova has thought of a way to get the fun going again. What a sweetie, eh? You can't help but love her to peices.
• United States
27 Aug 08
Goodness Sis, I have been in Switzerland for a month now waiting on you. I even bought a condo and set up house what in the world took you so long????? Lets get this party started!
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• United States
27 Aug 08
"INHALE COUGH COUGH COUGH" Damn it has been along time, now point me in the direction of the refrigerator :)) What ever you do do not get me started laughing!
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• United States
27 Aug 08
ANGEL'S IN THE HOUSE!!!!! Yay! Sister, I have missed YOU!!! I love the e-mails you've been sending me. They're such sweet little presents to open. The one with those unlikely animal friend is absolutely heart-warming. Awwwwwwww is pretty much all I said as I looked at them. Adorable. Like you. Ha! Hey, why can't we get you started laughing? You're gonna laugh, darlin, if you smoke that peace pipe with us. That's one of the side effects, Angel, so get prepared! But oh, it feels so lovely after you've had a few puffs. That's exacly what I'm doing at this precise moment, after a very trying day, and I'm finally, finally starting to feel easier, more relaxed, and definitely more positive. Ahhhh. Sigh. Yeah, a deep breath feels good. Angel, I've missed you so much. So - are you done or pretty much done with the work you were setting up and doing recently? Are ya back? Can we Skype again? Get a camera yet????????? Wah! I want you to get a camera! Come on, Angel, it'll be EASY for you to get a lil ole camera, darlin. Scoot. Off with you. Radioshack is just around the corner. HA! Persistent little sucker, aren't I? I love ya, Angel. Thank god you're back. WheW!!!!!!!!
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• Canada
27 Aug 08
Glad you have come to help replace the bad memories with good ones. Yes, let's get this party started. Passing you the 'Peace Pipe', too then. Puff, puff.
@mummymo (23706)
29 Aug 08
I definitely know the truth of your huge heart and how filled it is with love and caring mama sweet! I don't think it makes you appear two faced nor do I think it is in anyway wrong - in fact I think that you are striking a blow for positivity and trying to keep mylot going as there has been so much anger and so many hurts that it is not the same place as it was and that hurts me very much as this place has been my sanctuary, safe place and play room all rolled into one for over a year and a half now! I have every intention of continuing on and trying to keep being me but I have to admit that whilst there is a lot going on at home and that saps my energy when I come on here the energy has been zapped straight to the negative levels and I find it a strain! Thank you for being a voice of reason and for trying to maintain a balance and a nicer atmosphere! Hugs and smooches always! xxx
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• United States
29 Aug 08
Oh mummy. As I come here now, I've been away for several hours and I hesitate to go and see what's out there. It's like I told a friend the other day - I fully intend to remain here, and keep doing what I've been doing, and the rest of them can do whatever trips their trigger, I don't much care, but I'm not taking sides and I'm not getting involved in a melee. After I found this site, I was so astonished by what I saw, and I stuck with it and kept typing and found the most phenomenal friends here and had so much unexpected, delightful FUN! And I'll be damned if I'm going to give that up. Funny - I find I'm not alone in that. Oh mummy. I'm going to go sit outside on the deck stairs and listen to music, with my husband, and "help" and "instruct" him on his grilling techniques and forget all this strife around here for a minute. I'm exhausted. I'm worn out. And I'm entirely too fragile at the moment to lay myself at the door here on the Lot. Oh great. Now I'm sounding as skewed as I feel. So I think I better go. For now. You, mummymo, are my angel. You lift me on your angel's wings, and raise me above the muck and mire. What did you say while ago? Hugs and smooches? Yes, I think that was it. So - hugs and smooches back atcha, my sweet friend. Till then. I remain, your servant. xxxx
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@II2aTee (2559)
• United States
26 Aug 08
HEY GUYS!! WHATS GOIN ON IN HERE?? Im pretty out of the loop. Ok, so you can be Switzerland, and I'll be Norway. Y'know, Switzerlands dumb blonde sister who never knows whats going on? I seriously have no idea what all the fighting is about - but I DO have some good news: I just saved 15% on my car insurance by switching to Geicko!! Woohoo!! Ok, so, ya'll just keep fighting... I'm gonna stay in my room and hold a competition to see who can blow the bigger mango mellon bubble gum bubble. The competators are me, and that guy in the mirror. He beats me every time - but I come sooooo close!!
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• Canada
27 Aug 08
I'm gonna stay in my room and hold a competition to see who can blow the bigger mango mellon bubble gum bubble OMG! Tee. You are hilarious! Just hilarous! Thanks for that bit of humour. It helps, really, it does. I need more positive stuff to replace the negative stuff that has been going on. Help me get past it. A big HUG to you. Love ya. sniff
• United States
2 Sep 08
I say this very thing to a couple of friends of mine who I don't think should be together. I speak freely and openly to both of them but when asked to choose sides I simply say, "I am Switzerland." It works for me. As for the lot drama of late I have distanced myself from it. I don't read the discussions. I make very few comments. I think all parties involved are acting like children but that is known to them. Funny how only being your adopted internet daughter still has us carved from the same neutral stone. If I didn't know you as well as I do, I'd say this is getting too weird for me, but we both know better :)
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• United States
2 Sep 08
It's not too weird, darlin, but it's definitely weird. You say "I am Switzerland". Go figure. I have to be Switzerland, Cyn. I hate the bullshite. I don't even want to read it. Just like you. And to be honest, I've been on the Lot so rarely as of late, I don't even know if it's still going on, although I don't think it is, or I probably would have heard about it. Not that I want to. Cyn, it's wonderful to see you, chip off the ol' neutral stone that you are. How's it feel to be a Sadie? Kinda makes a difference, doesn't it? Don't you love saying husband and wife? "yes, I'm waiting for a call from my 'husband'" or, "tell him to call his 'wife'". Sounds so good, doesn't it? Hey, I still like hearing and saying it, and it's been over 13 years for us. It's no picnic, but it's worth the effort it takes. Commitment. What a concept, huh? Hey, mama loves you.:)
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• Regina, Saskatchewan
27 Aug 08
Point taken. I just wish my own heart would stop bleeding..........
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• United States
27 Aug 08
Yes, I can imagine you're going through quite a lot of pain right now, Sparky, and I wish I could alleviate it even a little, but I'm at a loss as to how to do that. But you could tell me, you know, if there's something I could do to help. Please, please feel free, Spark. You KNOW that.
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• Regina, Saskatchewan
27 Aug 08
Thanks nova. I will email you. Hugs.
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@p1kef1sh (45681)
26 Aug 08
Switzerland Nova? Been there and it's a beautiful country where everyone looks out for Switzerland! But I want to climb those peaks with you. swim in those clear lakes and welcome all visitors from wherever they come from. Be it peace or war. But I don't want them playing out there gripes and grumbles there either! So, climb every mountain, ford every stream (yes, I know that was Austria LOL). Let me be the cuckoo in the clock, and the "one" in Toblerone. Let's all get onto Swiss time. XX
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• United States
26 Aug 08
You are so clever!!! Climb every mountain indeed! You know, it's funny, because I was singing that song as I typed. And ok, I'll admit it, I was also singing "The Lonely Goatherd" too. Yodelayheeeeee, yodelayhe he, yodelayhe he, yodelayheeEEEEEEEE!!! Yes, yes, it WAS Austria, but I don't care! And you, p1key, are definitely the cuckoo in my clock, the one in my Toblerone, and the cream in my coffee. The Rogers to my Hammerstein. The Captain to my Maria. You are one in a million and as you WELL know, I love you to the ends of the earth. So tick, tock in Swiss time!!! You sweet ole cuckoo, you!
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• Canada
26 Aug 08
Sweet old cuckoo. Yep, that's what you are Pikey. Here, have a puff from our 'Peach Pipe', puff, puff. You'll love us even more then. It makes you all warm and squishy.
@tessah (6617)
• United States
26 Aug 08
i think if anyone has the capacity for love to be able to remain neutral and be able to pull that off with grace and dignity.. you do. its one of the traits within you that i admire greatly. much love to you always sweetheart ..;squishes;..
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• United States
26 Aug 08
Thank you, Tess. That means so much to me. And Squieshes to you too, darlin. xx When I wrote this, I knew you'd come. Ha, it's like, if you write it, they will come. I'm so glad to see you here. Not surprised, but very very happy. See ya at the bar later. ;;squieshes;;
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@tessah (6617)
• United States
26 Aug 08
;squishes tighter; bars open, coffee`s on, musics flowin.. i`ll be around sweetie.
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• United States
26 Aug 08
Cool. Ok, sounds good. ;;squieshes;; (that makes me giggle - STILL) and now, I don't WANT to change it to the right way. I like it this way. squieshes
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@roanne05 (1290)
• Oman
27 Aug 08
there are times i would also feel the same..i am torn between 2 persons..just keep them both and they will understand sooner or later that you are not two-faced and just wanted to be neutral.
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• United States
28 Aug 08
You're right, it's a sad thing to have to endure. But it's what we've chosen to do and it works best for us. Unfortunately, it also hurts us deeply and that's indeed hard to take. But we get through it. And can you imagine the stuff we'd have to go through if we took sides?? Yikes, no thanks. Anyway - keep your chin up and look for the fun out here. Try to shake off the negativity that's been forced upon you. And I'll see you out here and maybe we can start something up. I'll bet we could. So - till next time, darlin.
• United States
27 Aug 08
Yes, it's not a fun place to be, is it, roanne? You're right - keeping neutral is the thing to do, at least for some of us - those of us who are doves by nature. I'm so happy that you came here to join us in our little Switzerland paradise. You're most welcome here, darlin. And you've been here a while, I see, but I'd like to welcome you anyway. Welcome to myLot, roanne! I wish you many happy hours here.
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@roanne05 (1290)
• Oman
28 Aug 08
it is really not fun at all...i feel sad when it happens...thanks for welcoming me too...see you around...
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@cyntrow (8523)
• United States
26 Aug 08
I'm totally with you Nova. When friends argue, both here and in life, I'm still friends with both. Not taking sides because it's really none of my concern. The only thing I might occasionally do is try to mediate. But my friends are my friends and none is above the other. I might argue with friends on opinion and take sides there, but never when it becomes personal. I prefer to just let it flow. "This too shall pass." It always does.
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• United States
26 Aug 08
Cyntrow, how nice to see you!!! Thanks, darlin, I appreciate all you've said here. I also have tried to mediate in certain circumstances and I will again if it's asked of me, but taking sides is just something that I try not to do. And as I said, it's a hard balance to strike, but it's a crucial balance to strike, so I walk that tightrope. I'm just so happy to see how much everyone here seems to be feeling the same way and that even by some of the parties involved, my stand is being respected. Whew. That's a testament to the character of all involved. This too shall pass. Yup. I believe that too. Thanks, Cyntrow, for weighing in here. It's very much appreciated.
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@suehan1 (4344)
• Australia
27 Aug 08
yes i would love to join you nova in switzerland.it sounds lovely and peaceful.i havent been around for a few weeks and really do not know whats going on,but i have sort of figured it out.its nice of you nova to offer a place where we can all be neutral and have some fun.cheers sue
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• United States
27 Aug 08
Oh Sue, we certainly need a place of peace, don't we? I know I did and it stood to reason that I wasn't the only one. That's why I started this and it's been so wonderful too - I'm so happy I did it. And whether you know about what's going on or not doesn't really matter, darlin. You don't want to be in it anyway, so do what you're doing and hang around with us doves here in Switzerland. We're very happy with your presence. You're a spot of beauty here for us. Thank you, Sue.
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@kenzie45230 (3560)
• United States
27 Aug 08
I guess I don't spend enough time here to know what disagreements go on. But I do understand being Switzerland. When I was a kid, our house was considered Switzerland to the extended family. There were always those who didn't talk to each other and wouldn't step foot in each other's homes. So our house was THE place for all family birthday parties. My mom's rule was - you couldn't bring your fussing into her house. So fighting family members came to the parties and stayed on different sides of the house. That was a good example for me, and I've always tried to stay neutral myself when two people are fighting.
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• United States
27 Aug 08
Your mom sounds like a wise soul, Kenzie, and it appears that she taught you well. I'm with you, kiddo. Neutrality. Hence, our little Switzerland. No hawks, only doves, please. Thank you for your comments here, Kenzie. You're such a lovely person. I love seeing you.
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• Philippines
27 Aug 08
Good day... Thanks for offering to be on the listening side. I mean in any situation a place that is neutral is a safe place and it is where reconciliation usually starts. I admired people who use to be on the neutral side even with the pressure on both sides to have them to their side. It's good you've decided to strike the balance even though at times people will perceive is as being "two face" but in the end I now it would pay out. I know you will carry your neutrality with dignity more so with responsibility.
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• United States
27 Aug 08
Good day to you too, blackmantra. And thank you so much. You clearly put a lot of thought and care into your response and I'm touched and cheered by your words. We all need a safe place, blackmantra, don't we? And I really thought that we needed one here, at this particular time. The response has been beautiful and yours simply added a deeper dimension to that beauty. Thank you so much.
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@guybrush (4658)
• Australia
27 Aug 08
I think you're very wise, nova. I've found even if you agree with your friend that her boyfriend's a rat - that's not what she wants to hear! Then she'll turn on YOU. It's fine to complain about your own children or husband, but woe betide anyone who actually agrees with you! Best to stay neutral, stay calm - and offer a sympathetic ear to anyone who needs it. I don't think it's being two-faced at all, because you've been honest and told people you won't take sides - therefore, they know where you stand.
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• United States
27 Aug 08
Guybrush, thank you very much. You've given me a badly needed lift right now and I truly appreciate it. Being honest about how we feel is important, except in cases where we know it will hurt someone. White lies definitely have their place, as in the examples you gave above. I'm so glad to see you in my discussion, Guybrush. I've been seeing you a lot recently, and you seem to be the kind of person I'd like to get to know better. So I'll keep reading what you write and ask that you continue to type, darlin. We need you here. Again, thanks.
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@labels (88)
• Singapore
26 Aug 08
i would go there for my next holidays care to give me some good reasons for me to go there with my friends?
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• United States
26 Aug 08
To tell you the truth, I don't know much about the country, but I was speaking metaphorically anyway. My metaphoric Switzerland is a wonderful place. It's all peace and love. Everyone respects everyone else's right to be. It's sort of like a Shangrila. Flowers in everyone's hair. If they want them there, of course. It's a little slice of heaven, my Switzerland. No extradition. No crime. Lots of free love. Great place to vacation! Labels, I hope you take what I've written in the spirit in which it's been written, which is all in fun. Welcome to myLot!! I hope you have many happy and fun-filled hours here. Have fun!!!
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