Down In the Dumps: Write this Way

It’s been a few days and I’m still moping around like somebody drained my retirement account and sucked the life out of me right along with it. I think the term used to describe my demeanor was “out of character“. It’s true. First of all, I have nothing to say, no punch lines, no jokes, no nothing. That’s not me.

I haven’t felt like doing much of anything either, I’ve been on strike.¹ Every living thing for itself.

Sleep seems to be the only thing on my mind these days. I hate to admit this, but earlier this week someone became ill at work and I was told that they were resting in the other room on the couch. After they finished giving me additional instructions, all I could think was: “There’s a couch in that room?”

I’ve been so pathetic that I even went on the internet and typed in a search for ways to get out of a bad mood. How lame. I should do what?

Listen to music and dance, I’m not a cast member of Fame. Breaking out in a song or dance in the middle of an attitude does not happen in real life. Although doing The Carlton Dance always makes me feel better.

Take a bubble bath. Ahhh, yes, that sounds nice. Get a massage? Pamper myself? Tell me more.

Get a make over? Do I really look that bad? I know it’s been days since I combed my hair and yes my appearance is connected to my mood.

Okay, fine. I’ll do it, but before I go for my extreme makeover, to all those who have been putting up with my attitude, I just want to say one thing: You should be used to me by now I’m sorry and thanks for not bailing. Send cookies.

Writing, laughing, etc. is therapeutic and it’s free. What gets you out of a funk? Thanks to [http://slam101.blogspot.com/] who gave me the idea to use meez.com in this blog post.

actual picture of my kitchen [↩]

Posted on October 10, 2008 at 10:43 am by Natural · Permalink
In: Emotions, Humor, Life · Tagged with: Animation, Meez, Moods

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Written by meleah rebeccah
on October 14, 2008 at 1:25 pm
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Hope you are feeling a LITTLE better?

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Written by Lisa
on October 14, 2008 at 5:43 pm
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I think it’s the time of year. I’ve been feeling a little low lately myself all of a sudden. Just remember that it will pass. It helps me to watch something funny on TV – a sitcom or a movie. It gets my mind off my troubles. And I truly believe it stimulates “feel good” chemicals in your body.

Hope you feel better soon! If not, don’t hesitate to see someone. I don’t mind telling you that if not for science, I don’t know where I’d be today. There’s lots of help out there if you need it.

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Written by Simple Mindz
on October 14, 2008 at 7:01 pm
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Boy, can I identify with this post. I have been feelin the same way. I am pretty sure I have s.a.d and it seems as soon as I gotta stay in, I get all blah.
Thanks for putting this post in a entertaining way. Great idea for the toons!

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Written by Natural
on October 14, 2008 at 10:11 pm
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Jay, it sure is, I laugh every time I look at it.

Liza, yes, it can be great therapy. I was such in a funk, I wasn’t sure when I would write again, but I know I needed to get write something.

Sandy, maybe Sandy. It has passed and I’m glad. My face was so tight.

Hi Babs, yes I’m feeling pretty great today, thanks.

Solomon, sounds like you have great cures for your blues. Thanks for sharing.

Miguel, welcome and thanks for the kind words and for the social network blast.

ModernMom, yes blogging is helpful. I think maybe I should keep one for rambling. Welcome.

Julie, I understand what you mean..it did give me a boost. Took my mind away and yes I feel better, thank you and sure break out the wine.

Meleah, oh yeah I was not happy. Today though was a super great day!!!! My coworker said my face was glowing, rofl…so either I’m feeling better or I have a serious case of Dr. Jekyll and Ms. Hyde. I’ll get back to you on the meds. I like natural home remedies. I can feel weird w/o meds fo’sho, sorry you feel weird. I’ll take the massage.

Chris, thanks. All better.

Leeuna, hello and welcome. Climb is exactly right. Just needed to listen to my body and then give it what it needed to recover, now I’m good. Thanks for stopping by.

Mike, the funk is gone, thank you. That video is funny.

Shaxx, I guess life is like that sometimes. A mandatory leave of absence should come with funk. Anywho, I’m feeling much better. No more blues.

Max, send money and cookies. I would not pay that bill. It’s cheaper to change my name and relocate. Smooches.

Andy Bailey, thanks and I’m going to tell you want I really really want. I read the post at work…it’s still my favorite plug-in.

Rita, thanks for thinking of me. I appreciate it. I’m doing much better, I’m emitting rays now. LOL

Meleah, yes ma’am. A lot better.

Lisa, hello and welcome. I hate being miserable and I know how to make other people miserable too. It has passed, thanks!

Simple Mindz, welcome and thanks for taking the time to comment. I’m sure we all can, we all have been down one time or another. I just don’t like to stay there, I have funny to make. Thanks.
Written by Kim Woodbridge
on October 14, 2008 at 10:24 pm
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I found your site through Blogging Without a Blog.

I hope you’re feeling better. I was laughing SO hard at the Carlton Dance – that has got to cheer someone up. I laugh just thinking about it.

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Written by Natural
on October 16, 2008 at 6:17 am
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Hi Kim, yes I’m feeling much better. Yep, that dance is funny all the time. Thanks for stopping by.
Written by Big Pumpkin
on October 17, 2008 at 1:29 pm
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This is HILARIOUS!!!!

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Written by Natural
on October 18, 2008 at 9:48 pm
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Hey Big Pumpkin..I can’t even be mad if anyone finds this funny. I laugh at people’s bills, which is another form of misery I guess, so…..
Written by Kelly
on October 21, 2008 at 11:02 am
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ive been down in the dumps and dont no why i havent had a boyfriend in a long time i wish i could find someone. i dont no whats wrong with me. im sick all the time and want to be alone with loud music and im only 16.what do i do????
Written by Mitch
on October 21, 2008 at 12:13 pm
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Okay, now that’s a great post, and a great use of images and the like. I wasn’t sure where it was going initially, but I’m glad I got to see all of it. Very nice job indeed, and some wonderful tips at the same time.

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Written by Natural
on October 22, 2008 at 7:31 pm
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Kelly I’m sorry to hear this. Um well I won’t give any advice but stay in school and do what people tell me, seek counseling. you didn’t leave your email address or any contact information.

Mitch, thanks. It’s simple but as the saying goes a picture is worth…..
Written by Christa
on December 13, 2008 at 1:20 am
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I actually had to Google the words “fun” and “happy” because a few years ago, in the pit of despair, I didn’t know what either one really meant. Now that’s sad.

Granted this post is weeks old, one assumes (one with common sense, being moi) that you’re back to your groovy fabulicios self.

I’m toasting my glass of wine to you! Cheers!
Written by Natural
on December 22, 2008 at 9:11 pm
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Christa, I can identify. I was really in a bad funk, more zombie like…it happens once in awhile, okay every few months. .

yes ma’am, i’m feeling much better than i was. a little tired, but i can crack a smile and a joke, so i’m good. thanks for stopping by.
Written by abby
on January 1, 2009 at 4:09 am
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great page! funny! sorry you were feeling so down. hope you’re better. great blog. how long have you been blogging?

thanks. i can smile a bit now. i don’t know how long i’ve been blogging. slightly over a year i guess.

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