Grr-My complaint !!

Highhat I understand your frustration. Sounds like you're trying to get out of it so just keep keeping on that track and hopefully there will be a way forward. Blessing

I can identify one hundred percent, Pia.

I was born and brought up in London, and I couldn't wait to move to the country. It was a while coming and I do hope you will soon find somewhere you feel at home.

By the way, I hadn't noticed the 'Rant' category. Could be very useful;-)

Good luck in your quest;-)

Tina

Blessing- thank you so much for your encouraging words-
Gotta stay focused...;D
;)Pia

Tina- I suppose I could try visualizing and stick to it which I am sure I can and I am willing to wait until the perfect time! thank you so much for your sympathy. Really warms my heart and helps me continue my quest.

;)Pia

It was a good rage and I do hope you find some comfort soon. I was born and raised in Manhattan. I still work there, but I could never again see living there. I wish you the best.

Rich

Thanks Rich- that was very kind of you. I hope I get it all sorted out soon.

;)Pia

I don't see this as a rant so much as an extension of horizons of personal worth and value, of expectation and hope. I see it as a whole new stage in personal growth, as a linking back and a linking forward, as the start of new things. I do think also you should get into politics and start a huge campaign against abuse of all forms.

Hi Pia,

never give up hope, when things get really bad, let
it make you stronger and more determined.

I think you have done really well for yourself, I'm
sure you will get to your dream in the end.

By the way, there's nothing wrong with a rant, it
proves your human, with feelings, needing to vent
them, to others who I'm sure completely understand
how you feel, is like talking to a friend who is
always there to listen.

I really hope you find your dream.

Jenny.

Aloa David- I have tried politics but I don't want to be all mouth and no personality- hehe but maybe someone should look into this abuse matter. You may be feeding my head ideas. It's nice to get some encouragement. Thanks a lot. You are really very kind- did you know that? ;D

;)Pia

Jenny- I am so sorry I never made it to London to meet you and I am certainly hoping I get a second chance some time. You are truly such a wonderfully kind and giving person who I would be quite delighted to meet, I know. thank you so much for your kind words and wishes. Yes I guess it is a bit of a dream. But I can be very determined when I have a dream so maybe, just maybe I'll get there some way or other.

Thanks again

;)Pia

Well, Pia, in the immortal words of Esteban Vielho, "I should warn you, young lady, I am susceptible to flattery". Me and Esteban, we go way back.

I think we all should flatter each other a bit more- maybe the world would be a better place...we need to tell each other that we are all right, all of us...

Yes, I agree, but that just wouldn't be British!!!!!!

It wouldn't be DANISH either. This is a egoist society. But I suppose that is the general mentality around the western world.. don't you think? I am a bit critical- we have to think more positively and look at all the best facets of modern day life. I think a lot of young people are very intelligent and manage so well in this rat race.. none of my kids do drugs and I am so thankful and a bit of a proud mother...

yes, i'm very glad your kids don't do drugs - and YOU should be very proud of that. i don't think mine does either - but then again, drugs can have their place - nicotine n alcohol at least. if it weren't for n n a i'd have binned myself long ago. i think egoism is confused with self-expression too much, particularly when the latter comes out of oppression coupled with too much dosh.

There is a lot of truth in what you say Julie- thank you for reminding me that we are quite a few who have to put up with this. Nevertheless I am planning on moving to a quieter place. I intend to spend old age content with life. It hasn't been too quiet up till now!
atb

;)Pia

new HighHat
I truly understand your
feelings and rant. Good for
you. But coming from a big family
was the same in our days, here.
And police then did nothing on any,
domestic rows.Until putside say. Neighbours always, shouted
each other. If wind up record player had,
played loud to wall, come and knock door1.
As baby sleeping. All so different now1
You can and will fulfill your dream, always
think positive! Go many places you can, asking.
Alternatives. Mind you here neighbours and flats
got all problems. Not ours,way of lives so different.
Community mixing in. No knocking doors borrow cups sugar, and 1/- gas. Keep on looking on books and ways,to fulfil your dream. Do it while your young and can have the ability. Go for walks,shops and cuppa. Or film creative things say all help.
all the best Bob Dylan's The Times Are A Changing!
We all need each other in so many ways!
We will have go back to ABC beginning.
Materially some have so much, some none!
Yet, we were happeir when poor. Even now.
A pet is very good. We don't have one, but regular cat snuggles up in our duvet, laughed so much yesterday, on his bed. Touch and stroke lightly.
Pokes his nose under his? jumper little face is a picture. "Green Eyes". I think most families no matter what. have to interact and young with old, help. Debate on t.v last night. Especially young and babies and housing costs needing rooms.
Take care most disagreements here.Too.
Joining things so important and doing.
Now I find. No matter age!
When I was a kid, visited my nan,could two
then next door to her, shouting each other, problems. Nan would knock wall at her age, and say
stop and call there names out as both had problems
connect each other Mother and grown up daughter then
kind of mind problems.
Way way back. House and flats not built sound proof even to-day, hear light switches
go on, all quiet. No music on.
Ps Sorry, it's sign of the times mostly
everywhere. Papers state we let out endorphines if bad. "SadnesS" called ,buy a light lamp shines low voltage, makes people feel good. Well I take myself off,walk now, anything especially if mine is at sport. Most high rise flats, difficult all. I lived in town we did, I help someone they help
me babe then, neighbour do my hair maybe,I'd shop for them. But now been here quite few years, hello! good night goodbye! if and when long shifts then to do. All over now.Doesn't work strange! I'm starting read book "Starlings" 'Errinmett' terrific.
chapter stories true of all characters all eventually come back. Very good. Now "Long Song".
'Andrea Levy' read and pass it on! We have big rules here now, no conker playing children, may get hurt. Daft. No window boxes fall on someone. No mats n/homes trip.
No scooters children in playground, how daft allow in the first place. Used take and parents take it home. Difficult times for all. Children will wind you up. True belated pop, say could make or break
a marriage, we were 8.Some. Children can fantasise things not true,if break ups seen it happen,
for more love and attention, I know.
Buy yourself nice bunch flowers,or box sweets, glass wine,some cheap cushions soft music. How old are yours. Got to bring hugs, back paper says good.
If lucky! or do it back, some don't like.
If your children old enough, sit in chair,get them to relax your forehead stroking finger tips out centre forehead,and massage shoulder salt cellars lightly or someone talk shut eyes closed,person not you,chat! of nature fountains, breathe in and out slowly relaxing very part, forgetting all. Get someone to do. Not heavy hands though mind over matter let go all.
Close eyes. Say forget all focus on beauty and surroundings mentioned feel sleepy bit. Works
Garden needs doing but "Russett Leaves" hanging down,like poem did on here. Gorgeous.
Watched t.v. Trade Rogues awful.
So sum up good things where you are. Hope get right
decision.
julie xx

Excellent rant! x

Thanks for reading Sundays...

;)Pia

I completely get this Pia. I used to live in a conrete jungle. My Dr said it was adding to my depression. I thought things would never change. But we managed to scrape up a mortgage and moved somewhere nicer. We were only able to do that as house prices were lower and we were both working. It couldn't be done now. But the feeling of frustration and feeling trapped still haunts me & ome nights I dream we are still living in a tenament, and wake up so glad to know we aren't. Your rant is great & honest & true. I do hope things can change for you.

That's it OTT- a concrete jungle though we are surrounded by pretty areas- they are just a bit far away for everyday pleasure. Well thanks for reading. I do do gardening at our local Community centre and that is nice...

;)Pia