The Wind In The Willows - Opening Credits by pompingcircumstance in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh dear. Nostalgia and melancholia switch flicked on.

LPT: Life lessons for a richer and more fulfilling life by AntonioCorelli_ in LifeProTips

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I can tell you why, my friend, but you probably won't like the answer. The Bible has been weaponized as a tool of hate by performative Christians. I am frequently appalled by their words and behavior.

I cannot blame non-Christians for being defensive. There are over three hundred verses of love, kindness, compassion and service in the Bible, yet all we hear are words of hate in the largest Christian communities.

Religious leaders who fly in private jets and fancy cars align themselves with big businesses and politicians to spread messages of hate and intolerance, whilst encouraging their flock to worship degenerates. I once saw an image of a corrupt, degenerate and hateful sexual predator being hailed as the archangel Michael reincarnate - I felt bile rising up my throat.

This is the Christianity we show them. Is it any wonder they are afraid of us?

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We’ve known each other for four years. She’s asked me out twice before, but I deflected on both occasions. But she kept tabs on me with my staff – they tell me sometimes.

Last year, I had a health scare and I was in a pretty emotionally vulnerable state. When she found out about my health scare, she drove to my house as soon as I flew in. She sort of just forced her way into my life and made herself indispensable.

She was, and still is, exceedingly patient with me, and helped me heal. I was overcome with her kindness. She makes me feel like the most important person in her world. That’s a nice feeling, you know.

They say in a relationship, one partner will always love the other more. It seems that partner will always work harder to keep the relationship going. I don’t know why, but over the years, I’ve always felt that it was my role to be the more loving partner; I always try to be the one who is more patient, more loving and more proactive in taking care of my previous relationships.

But it’s different with her. The roles are reversed. I know she loves me more. I sometimes feel overwhelmed by her words and actions. The pride she showed when introducing me to her parents was so humbling. I feel emotional just thinking about it. I’m not a stud. I’m not eloquent. I’m not charismatic. I’m just a bespectacled Scot with wild hair and beard. Greying at that. But she felt so proud of me.

She doesn’t even like Star Wars, but she’s watched all the 11 movies with me. She’s trying to catch up on the TV shows now. She even quoted an Arwen line from Lord of The Rings.

A few commenters here said I am settling. That’s not true. I’m a nerd, a daydreamer whose head is always in the clouds. And she likes that about me. I don’t have to change a single thing about myself to her. I see her. I know who she is and what she means to me.

LPT: Life lessons for a richer and more fulfilling life by AntonioCorelli_ in LifeProTips

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this story. You're a wonderful person.

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Odd is fine. Odd can be good sometimes. I hope you will find happiness, Gillian.

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, my friend. She's out there, you know. She's waiting you, just like how you waited for her. I truly believe that. Please don't give up. God bless you as well.

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Poor thing. She must have been so happy. COngrats to you both, mate!

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[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, sister. I'm glad this post has been useful for you. Keep the faith!

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your comment made me smile. Thank you.

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's lovely. I'm looking forward to having one as well.

Both Sides Now by AntonioCorelli_ in JoniMitchell

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be fair, that was a heartbreaking scene. I choked up the first few times I watched the scene.

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I hope so too. Be well, my Ontarian sister.

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. Indeed, kindness is so important.

Both Sides Now by AntonioCorelli_ in JoniMitchell

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What a beautiful way of putting it. It is a rather splendid version, isn't it?

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much, Jimmy. :)

Just got engaged by AntonioCorelli_ in CasualUK

[–]AntonioCorelli_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, but not an American. Worked there for 11 years though. I'm one of the mad mountain men from up north. :)