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I am greatful for the last 19 years of my life with an amazing man. Today was my first day on this pilgrimage to celebrate our life together. I could sense his presence im so many things. Im also just greatful i had the courage to try. Traveling alone when you dont speak the language is not easy, but I am having fun.

It is not your fault! He's playing mind games. Don't let him do that to you! Just walk away and never look back cause this guy, is basically causing you emotional and mental abuse. Think how it would be if you actually got together! I don't think you'd want that. But even so, I want you to remember, you didn't do anything wrong, whatsoever! He's not Daddy material and this is something that happens more often then it should, for both sides of the coin. Hang in there! Not all Daddy's are like this. There are some really really good ones out there. You'll find the one (or he'll find you), you're suppose to be with eventually. It just takes patience. I hope you're okay. You came to the right place for help. Allot of people here have gone thru the same stuff and can help you.

Don't immediately blame yourself or think that it's somehow your fault. He sounds very inconsistent and quite unpredictable. Who would drive across states at the drop of a hat without even checking you'd be around or whether it's convenient for you? That's putting unnecessary pressure and worry on you and sounds like he's taking advantage of your feelings for him. Lies as well? Now he's ghosting you, not for the first time. Sorry, but you need to be clear with him next time you speak and tell him that this is unacceptable and, as BabyPoppy says, it's a big red flag. Please don't let this guy play you, or treat you this way. You deserve better, don't you?

I had a few affirmations tonight I wanted to share, but I need to share a little bit first. About a year ago, I was talking with my mother and she asked about what happened when I was young. She was finally able to hear some of it. She apologized and said someone had shared with her recently about him and she was so shocked! She was so busy raising us, she never thought anything could happen to me. She wanted to fix it. I listened, too. I told her I forgave her and she asked how she could forgive herself. I told her I wanted her in my life and that I loved her. I am thankful for the sacrifices she made to raise us. It's not easy single parenting 3 kids. We've talked several times over the past year and this issue always comes up in our conversation. So tonight one of my affirmations is about this issue. As I look at them, maybe all of my affirmations are about this issue. 1. Rest is healing. 2. It is healthy to work on me before I look for a partner. 3. Forgiveness is about my heart and moving on. It is not about letting bad people back into my life. My mother asked me what I would do if he would message me. I said, "he's blocked. I block a lot of people who are unsafe in my life. I need to do that to stay safe. I am unable to say no yet, so blocking them is the best choice I can make." There's no guilt or shame in that statement, only strength. Another affirmation... I will not talk to unsafe people. Affirmations are so powerful. They help change thoughts and feelings, which mold behavior and actions. Always remember how powerful your mind is and it can take you any where you want to go! Poppy 💕

Hello all Pigtail book wurm extraordinaire here! Yesss you heard me right! It is finally time to vote for our next read! Below is the official list of those involved. If you arnt on this list I am unaware that you want to read with us so please get in contact. If you are not on this list please do not vote as I only count votes from those joining us. If you are on the list and changed your mind please let me know. The list: @Daddy Bear 77 @Pink_MyMelody @RoseyLittle @Fox H @innerchildtml @SarBear55 @Baby.M So this time yall we are doing a fantasy read! It is one of my personal favorites. I try to switch it up so all can enjoy. Per usual there are 5 options. you only have one vote so choose carefully! I have given a good variety but if these arnt for you we will see you on the next one. Each book has a description below and a picture attached. if you are sensitive to triggers or material I encourage you to do a deeper dive looking into your choice but what I give should be enough for most folks to choose. I will save my vote till the end in case a tie breaker is needed. This pole will be up for one week so please make your vote ASAP so we can start immediately. After yall choose I will immedietly make the topics for the read available. These include: General Discussion/Chat, Important Posts - Questions and Announcments, Question Answers, Quotes, and several Activity topics. If you have questions or need help please reach out to me at any time. I will be making a quick How to Navigate topic for our group reads so see that as well for help. Alright here are your options: Option 1: Wild Reverance by Rebecca Ross Romantic Fantasy Slow Burn Triggers: Violence, Gore, War, Self Harm, Attempted Suicide, Loss, Grief, Abuse, Substance Use, and Opression Blurb: The story follows Matilda, a young messenger goddess of mixed divine heritage, and Vincent, a hardened mortal lord, as their dream-tethered destinies collide in a ruthless world Pages: 527 📖 📖 📖 📖 📖 Option 2: The Ever King by L.J. Andrew's Fantasy Romance - Enemues to Lovers Triggers: Violence, Gore, War, Grief, Loss, Captivity, and Abuse Blurb: The story centers on Erik, the scarred King of the Ever Kingdom, who has spent years plotting vengeance against the man who imprisoned him beneath the waves. When his enemy's daughter unwittingly breaks his chains, Erik seizes the opportunity to take his revenge by holding her captive as a pawn in his game. The story promises a tense conflict, with a vicious hero targeting an innocent girl, threatening to take what he lost, unless she steals his heart first. Pages: 480 📖📖📖📖📖 Option 3: Bride by Ali Hazelwood Fantasy/Paranormal Romance - Arranged Marriage/Forced Proximity Triggers: Violence, War, Blood, Loss, Family Trauma, and Kidnapping Blurb: A dangerous alliance between a Vampyre bride and an Alpha Werewolf becomes a love deep enough to sink your teeth into in this new paranormal romance. Pages: 416 📖📖📖📖📖 Option 4: Fairydale by Veronica Lancet Dark Gothic Fantasy/Paranormal Romance - Fated Mates Triggers: SA, War, Trauma, Murder, Infertility, Death, Blood/Gore, and SH. This is a heavier one so please check warnings if sensative. Blurb: A young woman travels to a mysterious town to claim her inheritance, only to find herself caught in a web of secrets, supernatural forces, and a dangerous love triangle with two enigmatic men. Pages: 736 📖📖📖📖📖 Option 5: The Poison Daughter by Sheila Masterson Dark Fantasy Romance -Enemies to Lovers Triggers: Child Abuse, Blood, Ritual, Death, Talk of SH, Voyeurism, and Violence Blurb: Every person Harlow Carrenwell kisses dies, and that's the way she likes it. The poison-lipped youngest daughter of Lunameade's magical founding family has used her power to annihilate their enemies. Her first husband is in the ground. Her new betrothed is next. Pages: 668

i, too, often feel like i am too traumatized. i have endured so much in my life, and i am sorry you too, have endured. i found what has helped me most, with all the skills and tools i have gained and learned over far too many years, is interpersonal neurobiology. the woman i have learned most from really helped me rethink how i view my own trauma with a very simple statement: "trauma is a normal reaction to abnormal experiences." i don't know how or why exactly, but it changed so much for me to view my trauma not solely as just "bad stuff happened to me and now my brain and body are a mess," to "things i never should have experienced happened to me, and now i respond to things that remind me of these abnormal experiences i shouldn't have had to begin with in a way that makes sense for my particular relationship with trauma." also, please feel free to message anytime if you need a shoulder, a sounding board, or just an abyss to cry into. i personally have OCD and PTSD myself, and was misdiagnosed with borderline personality disorder for several years. i'm not super well versed in CBT, but if you use DBT skills, i am always happy to participate (or learn skills you use!)

Hi friend! I have these thoughts a lot too and you put it so beautifully. I have CPTSD and as a fellow educator I'm sure you've probably heard of ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences). Out of 10 I score an 8. Science tells us so much about what these do to our bodies Anything over 4 comes with severely heightened risk of physical side effects. Without trauma my illnesses would not be as progressed as they are. I get angry about it too. Its harder for us. Those of us who have so much trauma that doing all the right things doesn’t always work even. We've missed so much. There's so much to mourn that we didn't get to have. But you're absolutely right. There's always a road to recovery. We need to meet ourselves where we're at and celebrate every step. Big. Small. Forwards. Backwards. I'll say what I always say. Trauma healing, particularly complex trauma, is not a straight line. It's more like a scribbled page one might see from a child. Not too different from the inner child we're trying to heal. Keep doing what you're doing! And remember backwards steps are still steps! You'll move forward again soon

This sounds very disconserting. Personally it seems like this is at his convenience and relationships of any kind shouldn't be about convenience. I am worried about you and these red flags. Please be safe. We are here if you need us.

I'm so sorry you're sitting in this situation. You deserve better. You deserve someone who will communicate at the very least. This is beyond the normal relationship issues of compatibility and baggage. Don't let your willingness to be a positive relational person lead you into being workable with unacceptable behaviors. I wouldn't work with this person.

Today i am grateful for lotsa stuff! - I went for a 15 minute walk today! Outside! - I went to eat at a restaurant, by myself! I had to walk there and it felt good to eat a healthy meal and be around people while I ate! - I colored outside! - I talked with the hotel staff! - I went swimming in the hot tub! - I followed my schedule! It was a good day! Poppy 💕

For this one I am doing: Popsicles- I made Popsicles or Ice pops out of the extra peaches from my fruit tree. As you can see I have a bunch. I use them for smoothies as well as just to snack on. Glass painting - I got milk bottles to paint to hold my lego flowers. Beach day - this will be on my trip coming up.

I get little/sub drops a lot after daddy leaves. Because right now I only reliably get to see him once a week. What helps me is... Before he leaves daddy picks a stuffie to look out for me for the next week We text and call when we can I try to think about when we'll see each other next. What I'll do. What I'll wear I practice self care because it helps me feel healthy and good and it makes daddy happy. I make sure I do something I enjoy every single day. Even if its just watching bluey before bed

This is sooo much! You are carrying so much! I here it in your words and it seems so overwhelming! I wish i could jump through this message and hug you tight, tell you all the beautiful words @Tendillo shared, and feed you some comfort foods. Since that's not how messaging works... I want to share with you a mindfulness activity I use sometimes. This is just a suggestion, so please take it as a gift, not as another thing you have to do. Healing light meditation. Sit somewhere warm and cozy. Close your eyes and breath deeply 3 - 5 times. Imagine a warm, golden light shining above you. The light is gently warming the air around you. As you feel the light on your head and skin, let yourself relax a bit. Imagine where the light is coming from, the source of this warm, gentle light. It's a bottomless pitcher of light energy, pouring out right onto you, the top of your head. As you feel this light enter your body, starting at your head, let the light heal your exhaustion, your emotional fatigue, your physical pain, your depression, your hurt feelings. Let the light soothe you and heal you of all these things. Let it renew your soul and bring balance to your body and mind. Slowly allow the light to spread through your body, healing every part of you as it spreads down your head, face and neck. Then to your shoulders, chest and back. Slowly out your arms, hands and fingers, relaxing you as it goes. It brings freedom to your body, rest, and restored health. Let the light keep going down your body, pausing at sore spots for extra time. Once it's through your feet, imagine how strong and healthy, yet at peace you feel with your energy returned to you. Take 3 slow deep breaths and slowly open your eyes. Notice your body and how good it feels. Sit peacefully for a few minutes if possible enjoying the feel of your renewed strength. (I sometimes use this to help me sleep at night and just allow myself to rest.) Again, this isn't a solution, only an idea... I only want to help. I am not offended if you hate the idea. I am here if you need to talk.

I am grateful for life and the opportunity to be able to live it

I am greatful for this forum I am greatful today was an alright day at work I am greatful it is the weekend I am greatful last week I got to see Daddy

I am grateful for good appointments this week and time to rest when I got home! I am grateful I made phone calls and completed applications and took care of hard stuff yesterday and today. I am thankful for my little friends here on the forum. They help me have fun.

With this badge we should be better informed about our oceans, how to help keep them clean and all the nifty critters we have in them! As usual, contact a leader to sign off when finished. Take photos. Due by the end of the month, June 30th. Complete at least 3 activities for this badge. Make sure to take photos when you are finished, of each. 💚 Choose your favourite marine animal and write a paragraph about it. *Why you is your favorite *Where it can normally be located * What are their babies called? 💚 If you could live by any ocean, which one would it be and why. 💚 (Littles) Color a picture of your favourite marine creature. 💚 Make a paper Jelly fish 🎐 💚 Make a bracelet or anklet in colors that would best represent the animal you like and the ocean waters it comes from. 💚 If you live near a beach, pick up seashells and make a craft. If you don't live by a beach and still wish to make something, Walmart, Dollar Tree, and I'm sure a few others should carry them in the craft section. 💚 If you've visited the ocean/ beach before, which one was it? Did you enjoy it? Show pictures of you want to of your visit. If not, just the short paragraph and the picture that you finished. Pinterest has many lovely craft ideas. You can also choose from there, just list the one you pick. Everyone have fun!!

Thanks @BabyPoppy, for you honest and heart felt post. What we tell ourselves is so important. Often times it's out own voice that is loudes and it's so easy to let that voice be critical or negative. Being Autistic and expirencing bipolar 2, I tend to have big emotions over seemingly small things or over nothing. Affirming to myself that I am capable of going through hard emotions is helpful as well as choosing to have a positive out look on the day a head. Here they are: ✨️Today is a good day to have a good day. ✨️ 🩷I can see the good in every situation. ✨️These are not my thoughts (for when i have dark scary thoughts).✨️ 🩷I don't have to feel good to do good. ✨️I am strong, courageous, and resilient!✨️ 🩷It's hard moment not a bad day. ✨️I've done this before and I can do it again! ✨️ Thank you again Poppy for you post. I'm so glad you and your mother were able to have such an honest and vulnerable conversation. Sounds like there has been alot of growth and healing to get you there. I am so happy for you. ~💛Pichu

Today, I have a lot to be thankful for: - Being one year older - Grown kids who love to help out and take care of me as much as I try to help them - AC as its like 90 today - the ability to see doctors when I need to.

NO BUMMER SUMMER PATCH https://advantageemblem.com/stock-products/fun-patches-pins/no-bummer-summer-patch-2/ Welcome, Glow Worms—this month, we’re all June Bugs and there are no bummers allowed at this beach party! For this month’s badge, please pick THREE of these offered tasks. I have divided them up into three categories: LOW for easy to do, simple tasks that should take about an hour or so, MEDIUM tasks that might take a few hours to complete and HIGH for extensive projects that might be a little taxing (especially if you’re feeling smol). Each category has options from totally free to spending a little money, depending on your comfort level and how much available spending we all have. So break out your floppiest hats, lather on some sunscreen, pop that umbrella and kick on back! Now—let’s get this party started! LEADERS THIS MONTH ARE: @DaddyRaven @beanbean @Very Proud and Happy Daddy @Tendillo @shadowrideris a substitute in case we need one. LOW: Make a “trash” fish—Using containers, old scraps of fabric, straws, etc. make an art project to reflect the oceans and their lovely creatures. A bottle can make an absolutely fabulous jellyfish, but be careful with your scissors! Build a UV reactive bracelet/necklace—using UV beads or reactive paints, make a wearable piece of jewelry to demonstrate the power of the sun! Attend an outdoor concert or show—sometimes places won’t allow you take pics of the actors so a ticket stub is a great way to commemorate an outdoor event! Make summer popsicles—fruit juice, edible flowers and herbs, spicy add ons like Chamoy and Tajin, a chocolate dip, nuts, all make wonderful snacks all summer long! Visit a local park and take pictures of five (5) different flowers or plants that are around! MEDIUM: Make a signature ice cream flavor—Nutella, chocolate cookie dough chunk, super strawberry cheesecake surprise—this can be done with heavy cream, a blender, and your freezer, no fancy machines required! Have an indoor/outdoor campout—everybody pull out your sleeping bags and your stuffies, we’re camping out! Whether you create a tent with some blankets and your furniture or you go all out, wilderness survivor style, spend the night “roughing it” your style! Make an origami bouquet—using fancy paper or paint, fold up some flowers that will never die! Stems can be made with straws or pipe-cleaners! Glass painting—get some cheap glass jars, vases, or other glassware and paint them up! Some even are transparent and can look like stained glass windows! Shell candles—Using shells, old candles, and small bits of wick, carefully pour wax into sea shells and add wicks. You can even add decorations on top like sand, smaller candles, or other wax add-ins! HIGH: Visit your nearest beach—this is not feasible for many people, so if this is something that interests you but it’s too far to trek, look up your closest one and what makes it unique. Does it have a high number of crabs or a specific type of fish? Does it have sea turtle hatches every spring? Take a class—now is the time to learn something new! Scuba certifications, surfing, cooking classes, dancing, there’s a million opportunities to learn and join the community while doing so! Go stargazing—this is something that you can do with an app like SkyView (free!), a telescope, or even visiting your local planetarium! Make a summer outfit—for all my sewists out there, this is for you! Get out a project and either use or make a pattern for a cute summer outfit and/or a new stuffed summertime friend! Backyard BBQ—this can be done on the grill or in the oven! Make a spread to share or just for one! Summertime is for fun times! Stay cool, stay safe, and have fun!

@babygurl397 I'm really sorry you're going through this. From what you've shared, it doesn't sound like you did anything wrong. If someone spends hours talking with you, tells you they're on their way, makes it seem like plans are happening, and then suddenly disappears without any explanation, it's understandable that you'd feel confused, hurt, and disappointed. The hardest part is often not having answers. Right now, your mind is probably trying to fill in the blanks and wondering if you somehow caused this, but the truth is that none of us can know why he stopped responding. His lack of communication is a reflection of his choices, not your worth as a person. Your feelings are completely understandable. Anyone would feel lonely, anxious, and upset in this situation. Be gentle with yourself while you wait for clarity. You deserve honesty, respect, and consistent communication from someone who cares about you. I hope you get answers soon, but regardless of what happens, please remember that his silence does not define your value as a person, sub or little. Sending you a big hug and hoping you're able to lean on friends, family, or others who care about you while you get through this. ❤️

I personally like that at the moment, it’s open and all activities are open to everyone regardless of if they are little or middle.. but I can also see an appeal to it being more this is little activities and this is middle activities.

This sounds kinda scary to me. Be careful. I think the inconsistency is a pretty big red flag. Keep yourself safe.

@beanbean @Juju For this one I did the following: - Colored a sun - Colored Flowers -Lego Flowers as my craft -Took a pic of my favorite place to read outside in the summer - my egg chair

Looks awesome

Here's the rest of my Activity Book

Can't wait to see what everyone does go get 'em Littles

I'm grateful for @beanbean and his jokes! He makes me smile!

We are glad you and Juju joined us. And your high praise is truly appreciated. I agree with you on fet, I left there some time back as it no longer felt like my kind of place to hang out.

@RoseyLittle Looks like a great job to me! You are now officially signed off and have truly earned your Spring Challenge Badge.

i love livin in the country n bein able to hv decent views of the stars n moon on clear nights ♡ i sit outside n take long exposure pics w my phone while holdin my breath haha but is so worth it . here’s a pic i got of the strawberry moon the other month . hope everyone likes it ^^

Hi lofi. I'm sorry everything feels so hard for you right now and I do know how it feels to be stuck like a hamster on a wheel spinning endlessly round and round, unable to stop, every minute seemingly taken up even before it arrives, wondering where and when you just get to feel like yourself again. All I do know is that is does get better. I can't say when that is or will be but it can and does happen. As for what we learn from our pain and hardships? Sometimes we don't see that until we're a ways down the road and we look back to realise what we went through and how we coped. Often we start to see the valuable lesson it has taught us, how it made us somehow stronger, like steel that has been tempered in fire. Don't give up on people, just because some of them let you down. Don't shut yourself off from opportunity, just because you got burned the last time. Don't lose the ability to trust, to be open to possibility; just keep your guard up and let them prove themselves to you. Remember that you are your own best friend, so try not to let the negative actions of others drag you down. Life is always changing, even when we don't see it. People are always changing, even ourselves, even when we don't feel it. Nothing lasts for ever, that's the nature of this existence isn't it? The bad times come and go like the tide on a beach and hopefully we can recognise and enjoy the good times and the good people when they wash upon our shore, however briefly. So, please try not to feel lost in all of this right now. Life is testing you, challenging you, bringing out the best in you, even though it may not feel that way at the moment. These are opportunities for growth and finding out what you have inside. yourself

🐛 Donut Day fun patch 🐛 Fairy House Build patch 🐛 Spa Party 🐛 Movie Fun Patch 🐛 Gardening Fun 🐛 Fishing Fun 🐛 Waterpark Fun 🐛 Zoo Scavenger Hunt 🐛 Aquarium Scavenger Hunt 🐛 Smoothie Fun Patch 🐛 Milkshake Fun 🐛 Planetarium Patch 🐛 Geo- Caching 🐛 Luau Patch 🐛 Me and My Doll Patch 🐛 Karaoke many more to come!

@CoconuttyBuddy was our creator this month! I can't wait to begin!

This was a fun learning experience. I love all animals so learning about animals through this as well as the other random facts was great. @DaddyRaven I think I have completed everything.

Best problem everrrr.... No for reals. I get it. I've been long distance with my Daddy for.... 54 days....who's counting tho. And it's a lot to manage. For me, I do a little bit similar to Daddy Bear. I take care of myself cuz it's what I need/want to do to be proud of myself. Also I know Daddy is proud and happy that I'm doing well (not that he would be mad if I struggle but making him happy makes me happy). And ALSO I take all my problems and feelings to Daddy. All the time. If I can and within reason (like I make sure I journal or pray or whatever to put myself in the responsible seat but I also let daddy know if I'm just sad or need a hug. And then another hug and another). I fully expect you to feel sad and kinda listless.....I would say you must allow yourself that. But slowly start to do the things that you know might make u feel better. You gotta enjoy your life for you ya know? Maybe one thing u need is a shirt, blankie or stuffy that smells like him? But only so thoughts of him make you smile. If u notice getting super sad then u must try it best to distract yourself. The thing that works for me is watching old movies and things that I know Daddy wouldnt like but I do (like British period romance dramas 😂) And one more thing: adulting sucks!!! And it sucks a lot especially when juxtaposed with Daddy times..... You're just straight up dealing with transition. So be gentle with yourself. Wear comfy soft things and pine your heart out if needed. Just don't eat too much bad candy and food about it 😆. And go take a walk and breathe fresh air and fill your lungs. All that energy is for you and your life. You get to live and decide how you handle what happens to you. So, how would you like it to look when you face this aspect of life?

Hi everyone, Just letting you know the Monthly Active Badge is now up, the new Summer Seasonal Challenge is up and there will be some new day badges coming up and posted today. * Also, you find a list of badges you can earn on your own, pick and choose any of them you'd like to do and earn a badge. I'll have those posted today also, with the guidelines to go with them. * The seasonal challenges will also have alternate ideas for the things that you might not be able to do. You'll also notice there are 2 Seasonal Challenge patches up. Summer and Winter. That is because we have some lovely little's/ middles from a different hemisphere and so their season is opposite of ours. US/ Europe and any in the Northern Hemisphere will do the summer one. Those in the Southern will do the Winter. *REMEMBER: monthly badges are required. If you can't get one finished by the end of the month, then you'll have to finish it the following month along with the next months badges. It's preferable you can get it finished when due but stuff happens. ( I know, I've struggled myself a little this month). No worries. Just relax and enjoy. * Finally, with the site still being worked on and down time. Just take your time with all badges this month. Just as long as they're turned in by the 30th. Seasonal Challenge is June 1st - August 31st. Okay, well I think that's all. Any questions just message me and I'll answer as long as i can get in. Juju🐛💚

Fairy Bread

https://hyperbeam.com/app/room/CZHOp0SZSCGPBDfP0-iiLQ we'll be starting in an hour, not sure if the other person is coming.

That's completely understandable, I know it's been hit or miss most days. Will you be showing it on Hyperbeam still? I'd love to join and watch!

I've been having issues getting on the forum, so i don't have a movie tonight, but I was planning on screening some of the ongoing series we are watching

It sounds like you had a great day.

Next Saturday May 30 at 4pm est will be our monthly virtual meeting. hoping the site cooperates with us so I can post the link!

Today I am grateful that my knee is feeling better so I could get some chores done!

I am so greatful for my Daddy! This afternoon was rough, but I was able to make it through bc of him. He cuddled with me and played music to help me calm down. He doesn't judge me or make me feel ashamed. He is always there for me. I'm greatful that I got time to spend with my god-sister. She so funny and fun. Her bright personality made me feel happy. I am so blessed to be connected to her. I am greatful that I am getting better with my mental health. I'm not as depressed as use to be. I can honestly say that things are getting better and I believe that my future is full of laughter and joy. Thank you all for your sharing your gratitudes it made me happy to know that good things are happening not only to me but to people within the community I care about. 💛

I don't keep any in the house, but have a bunch in my office at work. All succulents.

@BabyPoppyThank you for sharing such a genuine and heartfelt message. Life Struggles It’s comforting to be reminded that none of us are alone in what we carry, even when life feels heavy. Your words encourage honesty, compassion, and strength, and that can mean so much to someone who’s struggling. In addition to reaching out to someone supportive, a simple affirmation that may help someone keep going is: "I am stronger than this moment, and I will get through one baby step at a time." Thank you again for posting something so real, thoughtful, and encouraging. Keep up the good work!

Here's all the things I've done for this badge. I saw fireworks Friday Night, but the pictures didn't turn out very well... I was too excited. I helped a friend/neighbor with her kids after school when she was running late. I visited a different neighbor, who is a senior. We talked about our flower beds. I invited a new friend over to help me with weeding my flowers bed and planting flowers. She also came over for supper once, too. I wrote a note to DaddyRaven. My kiddo got heat exhaustion at the parades on the second day of the festival and I got to practice my first aid skills by caring for her the past 2 days. I did the Earth Day Badge and donated books, toys, kids clothes, teaching materials, and plastic grocery bags. Learned about Daisies - wrote a report for my spring badge. Learned how to wash a make-up stain out of a hand-wash only dress my kiddo wore for Halloween and left on her closet floor... @DaddyRaven could you check my badge for me please?

💬 What Is Ghosting? Ghosting means suddenly cutting off all communication with someone—no replies, no explanation, just silence. It often happens through DMs, dating apps, or social media. ⚪ Why People Ghost (3 Common Reasons) 1. Avoiding Conflict: They fear awkwardness or hurting someone’s feelings. 2. Loss of Interest: They no longer feel connected or engaged. 3. Feeling Overwhelmed: Stress or emotional burnout makes them withdraw. 💔 How Ghosting Affects the Person Ghosted Confusion and self-doubt 😕 Feelings of rejection 💭 No closure, lingering questions ❓ Anxiety about future relationships 💬 🌱 Coping with Being Ghosted Acknowledge your feelings — it’s okay to feel hurt. Don’t overanalyze — their silence reflects *them*, not your worth. Lean on friends or support — talk it out. Refocus on self-care — do what makes you feel grounded. Set healthy online boundaries — protect your emotional space. How to End Things Respectfully (Instead of Ghosting) ✨ Be kind, clear, and honest: “I’ve enjoyed chatting, but I don’t feel this is the right connection for me.” ✨ Use “I” statements: “I need some time for myself right now.” ✨ Keep it short, gentle, and respectful. ✨ Remember: clarity is kinder than silence. 💡Final Thought Ghosting may feel like the easy option—but honest communication builds empathy, trust, and maturity online. 💛

I’ve noticed ghosting usually comes from fear or discomfort, not malice, so I try not to take it personally. Clear boundaries and simple check-ins have helped me avoid it on my end.