I always help others, I lift them up when they are down, always give words of encouragement, I hope I have helped others to smile even in their darkest times..

Today though I think I need some of that, I can't believe I'm even saying this, I think i'm weak for feeling this way, I've always been a warrior, but I guess when it comes down to it, we are just as human as the rest...

I can truly identify with this.

After spending years and years as everyone's counselor, adviser, helper, etc., the time came when I needed a shoulder and an ear.

And none was there -- except for the people on this site.

Yourself included.

Know that your words of support and encouragement have been appreciated.

And know that it is not an issue of weakness when one needs help.

We ALL need some help, sooner or later.

I have yet to meet the person who can truly handle everything in life on his/her own.

And -- were I to meet that person -- in some ways I would feel very sorry for him/her.

Because what is the point to living if life has no connections to others?

You're as human as I am, as the rest of us. There's no shame in that. It's who we are. We need to acknowledge that, accept it, and help each other cope....

You are not alone -- I'm feeling the same way today. It's making me feel guilty because this is not part of my nature. It's my first Christmas alone and I guess I'm feeling ......

I always help others, I lift them up when they are down, always give words of encouragement, I hope I have helped others to smile even in their darkest times..

Today though I think I need some of that, I can't believe I'm even saying this, I think i'm weak for feeling this way, I've always been a warrior, but I guess when it comes down to it, we are just as human as the rest...

You are not alone -- I'm feeling the same way today. It's making me feel guilty because this is not part of my nature. It's my first Christmas alone and I guess I'm feeling ......

Don't be too hard on yourself. You're not weak for wanting help.

You have always helped me when I asked you, (((Daniel))), so I hope you know I am also there for you!!! I appreciate your friendship!

My best way of beating back those down feelings is to find someone else who's feeling down or needs a friendly word of encouragement and then offering it sincerely. It works everytime.

I know you do that too so give yourself a pat on the back. You deserve it man...

Erica, you have always been a treasured friend..

I always say what I mean, and mean what I say!! I meant it!! I'm praying for you!

Thank you Angie, just not the norm for a man, but at least I can admitt it, even though I don't like to