Thank you for writing this and answering this question. It feels strange how some things seem to come at the right time. I was having a rather...long crying session in the shower earlier because of those same feelings. And then I finally decided to catch up on emails while my eyes were still puffy. And admittedly, I don’t feel like a weight has been lifted off of me. But there’s only so much energy one can dispense in a day or a time to wallow and cry. And it’s that lack of infinite that brings me a bit of respite. Other me’s in other parallel universes might literally be crying in the shower forever. Not me though. And I hate to quote Ariana after this entire dramatic monologue but, sometimes it really does feel like there are no tears left to cry.
Thanks for this. I so relate! I have done none of the things that one is supposed to do in order to have a purpose: no children, no partner, no interesting job. Instead I have several very interesting hobbies, and many close friends. I’ve decided my purpose is to love life and living, as best I can. Thanks for your column which helps me feel not so alone out here. (Laurie G)
Thank you for writing this and answering this question. It feels strange how some things seem to come at the right time. I was having a rather...long crying session in the shower earlier because of those same feelings. And then I finally decided to catch up on emails while my eyes were still puffy. And admittedly, I don’t feel like a weight has been lifted off of me. But there’s only so much energy one can dispense in a day or a time to wallow and cry. And it’s that lack of infinite that brings me a bit of respite. Other me’s in other parallel universes might literally be crying in the shower forever. Not me though. And I hate to quote Ariana after this entire dramatic monologue but, sometimes it really does feel like there are no tears left to cry.
This piece was so tender and hilarious at the same time. It was absolutely fantastic! My queer achey heart needed this today.
Thanks for this. I so relate! I have done none of the things that one is supposed to do in order to have a purpose: no children, no partner, no interesting job. Instead I have several very interesting hobbies, and many close friends. I’ve decided my purpose is to love life and living, as best I can. Thanks for your column which helps me feel not so alone out here. (Laurie G)