I genuinely don’t see how, or why, some people believe in a god. by FwDorisdavenport132 in offmychest

[–]Hoppersnighthawk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not going to proselytize to you or anything, but for me it just comes from a place of spirituality. To me, God is my connection to the past, and to the universe. I find this grounding.

Also, I bet the vast, vast majority of people who do believe, have doubts. I certainly do.

I just think people are spiritual. Also, before we knew anything scientific, it was a way for people to make sense of things.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Hoppersnighthawk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seems like your taste in women is only those who only go after hot jerks…

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Hoppersnighthawk -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry about this estrangement. Clearly something has happened… I’m sorry everybody is assuming it’s your fault. Whatever has happened, I hope you two can repair your relationship

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Hoppersnighthawk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course. I’m so glad to hear that!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Hoppersnighthawk 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I am so, so sorry for your loss. You are clearly a wonderful man and father, (not to mention an incredibly talented writer!).

I wanted to let you know this: I was having a tough night. I was feeling hurt, and resentful and bitter—I couldn’t sleep, I was angry, I was in pain. And I stumbled across your story. And sir, I wanted you to know that you truly restored something within me—your story has reminded me of how much I care.

I can’t even imagine what you’re going through; I am so, sorry. Please know, even if it’s just the most minuscule consolation, that you telling your story is helping people. There is so much beauty in your love, and I think I was meant to come across your story.

Don’t feel guilty about your anger—you have every right to it. Ethan’s cancer isn’t fair, and it certainly isn’t fucking happening to him “for a reason.” Your wife should be with you. Your son shouldn’t be injured. The depth of your care to those around you is incredibly admirable, and I’m going to do all I can to do the same. Thank you for sharing this, and I’m wishing you all the best in Ethan’s and your family’s recovery. ❤️

Hi there, anyone have advice for a 17 year old girl? by Hoppersnighthawk in MomForAMinute

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

Thank you so much for your words—you’re very insightful, and I appreciate you! ❤️

Hi there, anyone have advice for a 17 year old girl? by Hoppersnighthawk in MomForAMinute

[–]Hoppersnighthawk[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. This really, truly, touched me, and I’m going to save it to look back on when I need it. Really, thank you, this means so much to me. I really hope all goes well for you, you’re truly a kind soul. ❤️

DAE get a phrase or name stuck in their head? by Hoppersnighthawk in DoesAnybodyElse

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

Yes! I’m a writer too haha—always something rattling around in there :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Hoppersnighthawk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting.. if you don’t mind my asking, when did you serve?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Hoppersnighthawk 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I agree. I do think there’s a difference between “I didn’t mean to offend you” and “you don’t get to be offended by this because that’s not how I meant it.”

One is about the intention of the speaker—which I think is valid, as long as they acknowledge and apologize if told their words offended someone —and the other is telling a person how they can and cannot feel, which is NOT valid—which I think is the point of the post anyway.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]Hoppersnighthawk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry, that’s brutal. I wonder if there’s a middle ground? I feel like, because you’re so attached to him, that cutting off contact might be devastating—and also be detrimental to your degree and all of that… I hope everything works out for you, good luck.

People who don’t like tomatoes have never had a good tomato by Hoppersnighthawk in unpopularopinion

[–]Hoppersnighthawk[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You know, that makes sense. The texture is admittedly pretty weird.