'P.S. notsocold95 I lean towards special for sure :)|||notsocold95 My Mom is deaf in one ear and I have a niece who was born deaf and had cochlear implants also.  My niece is in high school and this past week I attended a competition where she had to...|||; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6o5dEUmusQ   Haven't been on in a long time.  Here's hello BenevolentBitterBleeding :)|||I am in the process of going through all my things and paring down.  I found a few things helpful:  1) Reading about the Konmari method in the book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up.  I don't...|||I have come to value solo travel (though I still travel with others too at times).  If you live in North America you can register with the Government and let them know where you are going in case...|||Phew! Thanks InSolitude.  My fingers are flying over the keys...|||So helpful! InSolitude    Many thanks.  It is an Employer that has many companies under it's umbrella and I do not know yet, which are in need of my services.  I still think I can employ what you...|||I am looking for advice from other Writers.  I am compiling a portfolio this weekend with copy to apply for a writing project.    They have not specified what kind of samples they would like...|||olafel I worked in various aspects of marketing for many years.  I agree with other posts that it is best to perform marketing duties for a company that aligns with your core values.    I...|||What a gorgeous moment thaliana.  It was a gift you gave, asking your Grandmother and giving her the ability to remember and feel.  And, it was a gift she gave you as well.  You described it in such...|||sweetraglansweater I read your post the other day and it did not impress upon me in the headspace I was occupying at the time.  Today, it is revelatory.  Especially this portion:  +we resent...|||I think you do not have children as they haven't been mentioned.  Is this correct?  Do you think your Husband ever made the religion you belong to his own, or was he raised in it and just sort of...|||Love is when...you can fart around or sit in comfortable silence with someone.  May not sound overtly romantic but it truly is :)|||I don't think you are an idiot at all AesSidhe!  I share a lot of your ideology re: self completion and bringing a whole individual to the table.  My earlier comment was only meant to reflect my view...|||Meh  How did you come to these conclusions PoliticalllyIncorrect?  Is the idea, these are the sins that are most at the forefront when one is in an unhealthy loop?|||Yes!  Glad it's not just me...  Sad it's not just me...  Double postin' all up in here.  What is a girl to do?!?|||Apologies.  Double post.|||AesSidhe, I am sorry for your hurt in being blocked.  That is always a disconcerting way for things to end.  Especially when the two of you had an intimate connection in the past.  It sounds like...|||In many areas of life I find types helpful in ascertaining relationship insight.  With regards to treating partners as equals though: I think it is HIGHLY individual.  A worthy topic for...|||I can't say that I know exactly what you are experiencing.  I only know what my experience with this has been and thus, I am so very sorry you are going through it Doran Seth.  My heart hurts for...|||You are most welcome Kyusaku!  I very much appreciate the enlightening thoughts you provide me with, as well.  I think I may perhaps be guilty of the above.  It was uncomfortable to recognize myself...|||A bit off topic as not relating to online...but I have noticed a similar phenomenon in 'real life'.  I view most of my male INF friends as handsome, strapping lads.  In deep conversation though, they...|||NFJ's and NFP's are remarkable for protecting/standing up for the vulnerable, oppressed, underdogs...  If I had to call a tie-breaker I would give it to the NFJ's because the NFP's are less...|||Thank you for the response Kyusaku. I appreciate it especially in view of the failed mention :)  I feel we are very much of like mind in this regard.  I marked in 'bold' a thought of yours that I...|||Looks and social acuity aside, there seems to be a lid for every box if one searches long enough.  Look at the Mothers toting around children next time you are at the mall, park etcetera and it...|||...when you want the other person to be happy more than you want to be right.  ...when you won't talk badly of them to other people and can't stop singing their praises.  ...when you place...|||Which would You rather if You could ONLY choose one:  1) Live a life of peaceful contentment full of rich and meaningful connections, being remembered lovingly by family and friends?  2) Live a...|||These are STELLAR!  Thank you ever so much!    I love how in the introvert one the artwork in the gallery is echoed in the Twister game and then again on the artwork in the home in the last frame ;)|||Nicholas Sparks?!!!!! We are INFPs and they dare suggest we read mundane drivel like Nicholas Sparks! My god, pick one of the Bronte sisters, at least, or a poet like John Keats. Any of the Romantics...|||Great advice Old Intern  Love this Jetstream Aya  Haha! koalaroo  I only mildly hate you for putting this in my head for the next week :P|||Shaking with laughter at this display of cattitude pinaattitonttu :D|||Mmmmm yeah, so if anyone wants to draw a cartoon about a girl who makes her pics so small that everyone needs a magnifying glass to see them I have a slight idea who the heroine could be... (blush)...|||This is one of my favourite cartoons about a spider.  It makes me laugh.  Got any that make you LOL?  Poorly Drawn Lines x96 How I Killed the Spider   299858|||I apologize for my ineptitude   TuesdaysChild !  I think I have changed the setting.  If you experience further difficulty, please let me know as I want to correct my mistake :)|||I know they seem only one letter apart, but there is a world of difference.  I am INFP and my sibling is ISFP.  In some ways we are like twins and in other ways our brains process the world...|||I could relate to what you wrote here Grey and believe me that if you find it frustrating as an outside observer, it is far more irritating to be living the paradox.    However, it is helpful to...|||http://youtu.be/J4VzHeO9V2M  The cat I help friends care for.  He is like an Olympic athlete.  We have so much fun playing!|||Hi cymmm I responded to the private message but you have to clear some space from your quota ;) for it to be sent thru :kitteh:|||Would you feel comfortable telling him he is easy to talk to and following that up with would you like to continue our conversation over coffee _____day night? cymmm  He may not be allowed to ask...|||Do you work somewhere like a restaurant where it can affect your professional reputation?  I would not necessarily make it a confrontation but I would handle it.  People who 'bully' others do so...|||Posted by ScientiaOmnisEst It probably says something that my first thought upon reading this was What abstract ideas? I don't have any thoughts or ideas that deserve a thread. Maybe a comment, but...|||I LOVE all your Cats.  Thank you for sharing.  298994  I chose this pic because we are shy.  I may get braver about exposing my family as time goes on :)  Also, I am so proud of my cat for...|||I am on board with both options SamTheMediocre    The only reason the first letter experience wasn't positive was because the girl either did not return your affections or was overwhelmed by the...|||I so relate to everything you are saying Inver.  I hope I didn't make it sound like I still don't have to fight withdrawing.  It is a never ending battle :)  But, it does get better and I honestly...|||Sorry about that, I get what you are looking for now.  Go to craigslist for where you live to the Community section and look under Activities to find free things that fall under your interests....|||Lunagattina Thank you from a deep place in my heart for sharing your personal experience.    I am very sorry you had to go through such a thing.  Your perspective helped me so much.  I have been...|||The thing I enjoyed about your post the most is how self-aware it is.  You KNOW what the situation is.  I think you are just seeking confirmation from outside sources.  The best types of friendship...|||Have you ever tried sensory deprivation pods?  Float tanks like this are becoming more popular in urban areas so your city may have some available:  tranquilitytanks|||Completely agree with Strayveon. What does EVERY person say they are looking for in a partner?  I want to find someone who is my best friend  So, why not start off with a friendship?  I used to...|||Like Dr. Phil always says (are you still here ;) The best predictor of future behaviour is past behaviour.  It worked before and she likes you playing for her.  It sounds like she is 'into you'. ...'