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I'm Sorry and Thank You

Blog Posted by FJ Thomas: 7/20/2025 6:29:00 PM

Those who know me know it is important to me to respond to comments left on my writings. However, the last two years I have missed more comments than I have replied to.

I am sincerely sorry. I will be trying to catch up.

Though I've had migraines for as long as I can remember, they have incresed dramatically over the last two years; so I do not spend much time on electronics. While I don't generally share personal information, I didn't want anyone to feel I was intentionally passing over his/her comment.

Please know how much I appreciate the time each person gives to reading and commenting on a poem. It really does make a writer feel good to see someone has read, and taken the time to comment on, something they have written.

So please accept my apology, and my gratitude.

PS: This isn't a blog about how someone does/does not respond to comments. You may not see replies on a poem only to learn later that the poet 'responds' by trying to comment on a poem from each person who has commented on 'theirs.' Please do not speak negatively about someone else :)

~FJ

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Eileen Manassian

July 26, 2025 at 6:50 AM

I've missed you. Glad to see this blog. I'm sorry you've been suffering from those migraines. Hope your finding good ways to cope, dear one. I haven't been on much and am trying to get back into the game here. Nostalgia keeps me coming back.. nostalgia for loved ones like you. Big hugs

Charlotte Puddifoot

July 23, 2025 at 4:08 AM

good to see you back on the site, flo :) as a fellow migraine sufferer i sympathise, mine tend to last for 3 days, stress, lack of sleep etc are all big aggravators

July 23, 2025 at 8:02 AM

Charlotte my last three-day migraine had me wishing someone would bash my head in... then when it passes I'm starving because I hadn't been able to eat for three days! I would never wish them on anyone. Thank you Charlotte

July 22, 2025 at 11:59 AM

Hey F.J. It's been a long long time since we spoke. I hope your health is getting better and you continue with your fabulous work...David. UK

July 23, 2025 at 7:56 AM

It has been a while David, it's always nice to 'see' you. Thank you for cheering me on :)

July 21, 2025 at 8:21 PM

Migraines are very debilitating and I’m sorry you suffer from them, Flo. I heard you stopped one from beginning today. Rest easy.

July 22, 2025 at 7:36 AM

They truly are Lin. My pain tolerance is high, even for headaches. But this is not the same thing. Regarding not letting headaches progress, I have tried hard to remain peaceable over the years; twice I have been riled . Once when learning flagrant lies were being told simply to sway people to a side, once when my daughter was being targeted. Neither would affect me now. I will not let someone change that. Regardless of what they profess to be.

Keith D Trestrail

July 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM

So nice to see you again. Any friend of Craig’s is a friend of mine…except the big curmudgeonly ones! Wishing you all the best, God bless.

July 21, 2025 at 4:51 PM

Oh big curmudgeonly beings are the worst; especially the crusty ones! Lol thank you for passing through Keith.

July 21, 2025 at 2:18 PM

A horrible infliction. I can't imagine getting up and pushing through a day. Adding you to the prayer list.

July 21, 2025 at 4:47 PM

Good evening Rob, prayers could never hurt. Thank you so much.

July 21, 2025 at 11:20 AM

So sorry you are suffering so badly with migraines I know how debilitating they can be. No need to apologise Flo, its just lovely to see you back. I spend less and less time on the site, sadly some friends have left or no longer are active. hugs jan xx

July 21, 2025 at 4:43 PM

Thank you Jan, I know it's hard for some to understand if they haven't had, or known someone with, migraines. It is so much more than a headache. ...breathing hurts :(

sara Etgen-Baker

July 21, 2025 at 3:11 AM

migraines are terrible -- a challenge to live with on a daily basis...prayers

July 21, 2025 at 7:58 AM

It seems like you may be familiar with them Sara, I hope not. And thank you <3

July 21, 2025 at 2:54 AM

No need for sorry FJ, you just take care of yourself, it's not like like you'll be forgotten. Richard

July 21, 2025 at 7:57 AM

Lol Richard you're so sweet! Thank you Richard

Andrea Dietrich

July 20, 2025 at 10:40 PM

Like Deb says, no need to apologize. It must be horrible living with migraines. Good luck catching up. It's so hard just "keeping up" here

July 21, 2025 at 5:36 PM

I was thinking that as well, I guess I didn't realize when it was reduced.

Andrea Dietrich

July 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM

Yes. They bump off fast. I remember a day when the inbox stayed three times more full than it is today!

July 21, 2025 at 7:54 AM

Hey Andi :) I'm hoping for some relief soon. I was able to get a good bit done last night, it just slows down when trying to find those bumped off the 'inbox.'

July 20, 2025 at 9:59 PM

No need to apologise FJ…..most poets are not expectant of replies l do believe and are understanding that we all have our own lives outside of P.S and that takes precedence and above all your health is most important! It must be terrible having such bad migraines….l hope you find some relief. Take good care of yourself FJ…..Cuddles….Debx

July 21, 2025 at 7:49 AM

Hi Deb, true words indeed; most try to fit PS in their busy schedules. I received two very polite inquiries and hoped this might answer any unasked ones. I've always appreciated when someone shared a concern rather than made an assumption. Having migraines every couple months I could handle, but every week is almost more than I can take now... and I've always considered myself a pretty strong person lol.

July 20, 2025 at 7:46 PM

FJ, Your health is important. I hope you find a way to ease the pain that those migraines are causing. My best to you, dear friend. Hugs, Brandy

July 20, 2025 at 9:16 PM

Thank you Brandy, I'm hoping an appointment next month may shine light on something that may be addressed :)

Frederic Parker

July 20, 2025 at 7:33 PM

Take care, dear poet, migraines can be brutal, whether you respond or not, is not as important as your health...

July 20, 2025 at 9:15 PM

Frederic, my friend, it seems I've known you forever, thank you.

July 20, 2025 at 7:25 PM

Be at peace - you're awesome - hugs!!

July 21, 2025 at 4:14 PM

Thank you for your very kind defense of me Craig. I do not have the patience I once had for backhanded instigating. That one has filled the first spot on my empty "blocked" list.

July 20, 2025 at 9:14 PM

Thank you Craig :)

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