Any Home Bakers Here?

[Happy Novogens]

I said it a few times before, and I didn’t mean it those times, but now I mean it.

I am leaving the forum. Here’s why:

I feel hurt because I just poured out some intense emotions I am feeling in my previous post, and all people are doing is clicking the like button.

Ae you LIKING the intense emotional pain I am in?!?!

Likes are NOT the same as interaction and support, both of which I need.

If all you guys are going to do is like my posts and not respond, then I am not going to waste my time on this forum anymore.

I may return if you all talk me into staying, but it’s not likely.

Goodbye!

I'm guessing the "likes" were in response to your final statement that you learned to use the bread machine.

26 may seem "old" but you are not alone. Many seem to be getting married at older ages nowadays. My son got married last year-- at age 30. I'm glad he waited til he found "the right one." My friend's daughter is 31 and still looking for a husband (she's pretty, smart, has a good job-- just hasn't found the right one yet). So try not to be down about it. You've got time!

 

[BigBlueHen53]

Having a weird issue with my email. I get a notification that there is a new post here, so I click the link to view this thread. After that, I get nothing. Nothing loads. Don’t know what the issue is, but it’s annoying me. Had to come on a different way.

I have had a rough week for two reasons.

First and foremost, I finished my therapy that treated my drug resistant depression. Now that the depression is out of the way, and I am not feeling it anymore, I am faced with a new problem, my ADHD. The depression has masked it for so long, I didn’t realize it was this bad.

Second, I feel sad because my 26th birthday is tomorrow, and I am still single. I look around me and I see many people younger than me with girlfriends or boyfriends or people who are getting married soon. I say to myself, “I am trying the best I can, when is it going to be my turn?”

All in all, a rough week. In fact, the only good I see this week was learning how to use a bread machine.

Jared

Try not to be discouraged, Jared. The Right One is worth waiting for. Far worse than being single is being hooked up to the WRONG person! (Please don't ask me how I know, just take my word for it!) My DH was "still" single at 55 when we found each other 12 years ago, and we are both happier than either of us could have imagined. Hopefully you won't have to wait that long. Just keep making yourself the most wonderful partner you can be, and someone will find you, that special someone who truly deserves you!

 

[BigBlueHen53]

@jnicholes: I did not click Like, Jared, but I AM happy that your depression is resolved! One thing at a time, my friend!

 

[BigBlueHen53]

@jnicholes: I did not click Like, Jared, but I AM happy that your depression is resolved! One thing at a time, my friend!

I actually clicked "Love"! Please don't take that wrong, it is the closest I could come to delivering a supportive HUG!

 

[pennyJo1960]

Okay @jnicholes do not give up kid you will be a great person for some girl.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

@jnicholes, how do you put yourself "out there"? Where do you go to meet young ladies? You can have a great product, but you still have to market it effectively.

 

[Sally PB]

Jared, I don't know what to say. I really hope you stay here; I know we all appreciate your posts.

I wanted to click like for your positive outcome with your depression (been there) and learning a new skill with your bread machine.

Your feeling alone makes me want to give you a hug. I've been there, too. I was exactly your age and told someone how I was lonely and wanted to "meet someone," but it wasn't happening. That person laughed (loneliness is funny, huh?) and said, "You're ONLY 26!"

I wanted to grab his collar and get in his face and tell him, "No, buddy, I am ALL of 26, and it's a damn long time to be lonely!"

 

[CountryCuratesWife]

Sourdough discard muffins for the win. My house smells so happy

(I gave some close friends sourdough starters for Christmas, I was surprised by how much they liked them! Remembering this for next year...)

 

[21hens-incharge]

I said it a few times before, and I didn’t mean it those times, but now I mean it.

I am leaving the forum. Here’s why:

I feel hurt because I just poured out some intense emotions I am feeling in my previous post, and all people are doing is clicking the like button.

Ae you LIKING the intense emotional pain I am in?!?!

Likes are NOT the same as interaction and support, both of which I need.

If all you guys are going to do is like my posts and not respond, then I am not going to waste my time on this forum anymore.

I may return if you all talk me into staying, but it’s not likely.

Goodbye!

While you don't know me I have been following and reading this thread for a VERY long time so feel as if I know you somewhat.

I certainly want you to stay. I want you to stay because you are an Interesting person with diverse skills. I enjoy reading everyone's adventures.

I do feel bad for the struggles you have had but I see your recovery and growth too. Being young is never easy (being old isn't always a picnic either).
The last couple years have been particularly difficult for young people. It's impossible to socialize during a lockdown. I was actually talking to a young intern at work last week regarding that. He said even at his college it's impossible still.

While alone you aren't alone in feeling alone....if that makes sense.

I strongly believe there is a somebody for everybody. It is just the matter of finding them that's hard.

It's also my opinion that there are times people read something and aren't sure what to say or IF they should say anything. They often click that like button in hopes the poster will understand they are acknowledging the post and that their "like" is a show of support when they don't know how to respond with words.

You are far stronger than you know.

 

[jnicholes]

Ok, I’m staying. You guys convinced me. Sorry for the outburst.

Still doesn’t take care of my issues, though. At least I have some support from you guys.