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Tag Archives: social events For the longest time, I considered myself misanthropic, but really, I’m just an introvert with misanthropic tendencies. To most people, if you like to be alone, there’s something wrong with you. You’re a hermit, and you need to get out of your shell, because being a “loner” is unacceptable. My perfect day would involve being… If you were to have asked me what my hometown(Flagler County, Florida) was like when I was a teenager/young adult, you would have been hard pressed to get any kind of positive answer from me. I come from a small community that for the longest time seemed to have nothing to offer. Because my hometown… Also, if you’re a motorcyclist, there is almost no better ride than the ride to Lake of the Ozarks (which has the nicest outlet mall I have ever seen). We lived in Roby, about ten miles out the South Gate (range road).  Want a challenge? Try Google for “how to host a coffee” or “what is a military spouse coffee”. What you’ll find is an array of military spouse coffee mugs. You’ve found no man’s land. No one even knows where to start. These military social events are not as scary as you might think. Even if… |
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Its about time you came outta the closet!
For years I would go to school, I was terribly shy, up until the 10th grade! Then, a Holy Uproar of “Who the heck am I”???, came about, and I had pushed a limit, but not my limits. Each year, its harder to make friends since I have moved again, and left them behind, or they have left me. Each year, my Facebook grows, but the True Friends that I have where I am I can count on one hand! Its difficult being friends with Women! THERE, I said it! I do not know how they are going to handle things. I have been friends with closet eaters, blabbermouths, and mice women. AND MORE!!! The good thing is, that when we see others, we do not wear it like the Scarlet Letter! I am glad I met you, and laugh at your blog…well, that or cry! 
You are super talented, my friend Emily! Next time we see each other, smile…or break down and do a spin! 
Peace Out! Til next blog! 
Respectfully,
Aimee
This is exactly to a tee how I am, and I’ve always felt so guilty about it and like I had to force myself constantly to become more extroverted. It’s almost like I’ve hidden this part of me. People constantly make me feel bad for not wanting to “go out and have fun”. I have more fun at home with a Sex & The City marathon! If I was out “having fun”, I’d feel awkward, uncomfortable, and be counting down until the minute I felt it was “acceptable” to leave. Thank you for putting it so well, and making me a little more comfortable with who I am.
I think that people forget that some people just need time to recharge and refocus. As always I’m glad you are there to speak up for those that can’t seem to find the words to express themselves.
I’m an introvert with and extrovert daughter and an extrovert husband.From someone who gets it thank you.
I totally get this! For years I thought I needed to fix this about me. Then I read a book designed to help a person realize their God-given gifts and talents and I realized that my talents, though they make me inclined to be an introvert, can be used just as effectively for unique and purposeful things. I’ve come to embrace my introvertedness and I too count down the minutes until bedtime. That’s when my gifts and talents come out of where they have been hiding all day while I needed to take care of everyone else. Thanks for posting!
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