arron11196
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Posted: Aug. 26 2008, 12:25 |
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| Quote (TubularBelle @ Aug. 26 2008, 01:04) | | Quote (arron11196 @ Aug. 16 2008, 08:36) | I guess thats really because its your obsession... they don't really have any common ground with you on it, and you can't expect them to be interested if they just aren't.
That said, there's no need from your family to be horrible about it either, but still. We understand, that's what we're here for - they're in your life for other reasons. |
You know , I do agree with you about not expecting family and friends to be interested and that's why we have these forums etc. I have actually had a few upsets with family and friends recently over practically telling me to shut up when I talk about my ferrets. I don't do things by half, anything I love, I love 100%, including my family, but it hurts when they tell you they don't find you interesting, in fact, quite monotonous.
But you are right, that's what you are here for, can I have your phone number? |
Dude (or dudette, depending on your etiquette preference), you really shouldn't let them get to you. Remember the saying... you can choose your friends (like us Oldfieldites) but not your flesh and blood.
I've often found some particular members of my own family to be unforgiving, cruel, violent, emotionally inept, and general sods. It's what they do. I like to think of it like they're there to provide you with a blueprint for what not to be - most times it works.
I understand about the monotonous thing. You know, because I like Oldfield, I'm not "cool". Most "cool" people don't have time for me either. I just accept it. I remember that I choose not to value myself on how much I am like everyone else... and that I prefer to look at things with a reasoned balanced attitude (where possible) instead of going with whatever Ms Jones' is doing.
Its just like your family. If they don't find you interesting... so what? Do you really care that much if they aren't prepared to listen?
Maybe you just invest too much care in them. Maybe you could find some more Oldfieldians close to you.
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Arron J Eagling
Everyone's interpretation is different, and everyone has a right to that opinion. There is no "right" one, I am adding this post to communicate my thoughts to share them with like-minded souls who will be able to comment in good nature.
(insert the last 5 mins of Crises here)
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