I have been going through a difficult time lately (divorce from an abusive alcoholic, trying to get my life together for myself and my children, etc) and a woman on twitter has been my sounding board. I don’t know her life, I don’t know her background, I only know of her humour and her willingness to listen to my struggle. She offers encouragement and a sense of belonging when I feel most lost. Thank you pitcherplantnl for fostering a virtual friendship when many would have turned away. I hope that I can some day give strength to another like you have to me. I have told her how much she has helped directly many times but feel that a public (but anonymous) thank you is needed. —A Little Damaged But Surviving
This article appears in Mar 7-13, 2013.
Sometimes the internet isn’t all bad is it? I’m happy someone could help you in your moment of need OL even if it’s a carnivorous plant in Newfoundland. Hope for the best in the future.
She’s super friendly!
That’s great Secretagent. A friendly, non-judgmental voice to read while in a very stressful situation, dark place like you were in must have been like a lifeline. Again that’s great.
Im not actually the OP but I do follow pitcherplantnl as well, and shes just a sweetheart.
Everyone needs a sounding board during stressful times…I’m glad she has someone to talk with, during trying times….If mom is less stressed ;the children be less stressed….Children can sense when their parents are anxious.
Good luck OP 🙂
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