| 12/24/2007 9:44:32 AM | Suicide prevention | |
pirate72
Paris, IL
age: 35
| Not to bring anyone down, but this is the time of year when suicides are at an all-time high. If anyone out there is contemplating it, PLEASE PLEASE talk to someone.
And if someone comes up to any of you and says or implies that they are contemplating it, don't judge them. Don't tell them they're stupid, or that it's a sin. Just listen, and be there for them. They need that more than anything else.
And those contemplating it, as well as those they talk to, the number one thing to understand is THAT IT'S OKAY TO TALK ABOUT IT.
And in case you have nobody to talk to, the National Suicide Hotline is 1-800-273-TALK, or 1-800-799-4TTY for the hearing impaired. These people are professionals, and they will not judge you. They're there to listen, and to put you in touch with people who can help.
You may think suicide is the answer, but all it is is a way to miss out on some golden opportunities.
Hugs to all who need them.
-Pirate-
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| 12/24/2007 9:57:43 AM | Suicide prevention | |
magnoliamay
West Columbia, SC
age: 54
| Great post Pirate! I lost my brother to suicide several years ago right after the holidays. Suicide is NOT the answer. There is help out there for everyone and everything - just please open yourself up to the opportunities that are available. There is more I would like to say on this subject but won't as I don't want anyone to think I am being judgmental. Just, PLEASE, if you are considering suicide please stop and talk with someone - give yourself and your friends/family & loved ones a chance. YOU deserve a chance! Peace! And, thanks again Pirate! Merry Christmas 
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| 12/24/2007 9:57:55 AM | Suicide prevention | |
lorlie
Eugene, OR
age: 52
| Thanks Pirate, but never even thought that way.
Even though my heart is killing me.....Just gonna
be strong and get through these holidays the best I can.
But good advise you gave on this post. And I aggree with
you 100 per cent..... Merry Christmas
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| 12/24/2007 10:02:36 AM | Suicide prevention | |
bubbadt
Kennedy, NY
age: 66
| Pirate, I lost my son 12/25/2005 to suicide.
Its a crushing reality.
Your post means a little extra to me.
Its on my mind everyday I have to stay.
I have two Grandchildre of his who keep
me around. 1 Tragedy is enough.
Thanks for your post and sicerity.
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| 12/24/2007 10:11:01 AM | Suicide prevention | |
v2_1
McHenry, IL
age: 45
|  to Pirate
Prayers and hugs to Bubba
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| 12/24/2007 10:27:46 AM | Suicide prevention | |
pirate72
Paris, IL
age: 35
| The other thing I wanted to say is that if you DO know someone that has committed suicide, IT'S NOT YOUR FAULT. You have nothing to be guilty or ashamed about.
So hugs to all of you as well!
-Pirate-
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| 12/24/2007 11:48:47 AM | Suicide prevention | |
ylekiot
Stateline, NV
age: 52
| Pirate, good stuff buddy. A topic often overlooked and seldom talked about until it's too late. Bubba, my hearts out to you bro! 
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| 12/24/2007 9:01:50 PM | Suicide prevention | |
magnoliamay
West Columbia, SC
age: 54
| Hey Bubba - I feel your pain Sweetie - I hate to tell you this, but it takes years to get over that shit. There are many stages you are going to go thru and you will still never have any answers. Suicide is a very selfish act, but the ones that do it don't understand any of that. And, I don't really care what some religious beliefs say - they don't go to hell. They are still here with us and we will be with them some day. Peace and prayers to you and yours, Marcia
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| 12/24/2007 9:35:03 PM | Suicide prevention | |
italianlady05
Omaha, NE
age: 53
| Pirate..very good topic! This is a very hard time for some people. I'm glad you broached the subject.
Bubba..I've thought of you several times today. I remember when you told us this a few weeks ago and it's stayed on my mind. I just want to tell you again that i'm sorry. I know you can't help but relive and think of this every Christmas. I only pray that time will ease some of this pain. Cyber hugs aren't the same as a touch but it's the best I can do from NE...a big hug to you, my friend!
Lady
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| 12/25/2007 6:33:40 AM | Suicide prevention | |
newatthis46
Omaha, NE
age: 47
| If anyone is considering this and really doesn't know who to talk to.
I'm here!
I'm not judgemental and I can keep a secret!
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| 12/25/2007 6:44:23 PM | Suicide prevention | |
bubbadt
Kennedy, NY
age: 66
| The support and feelings from so many on this site
overwhelm me.
I have accepted one thing so far from this tragedy.
The reality is, its never going to go away.
I will live with this Horror the rest of my days.
I have to learn how to carry it and continue.
I really appreciate the comments here.
You people are great.
God Bless you all.
Dan
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| 12/25/2007 7:03:05 PM | Suicide prevention | |
allofme4u
Queensland
Australia
age: 51
| i agree pirate great thing to talk about. It has been a taboo subject for to long. I have now lost mother, brother, sister and nephew to suicide. I started a group for loved one who had lost someone to suicide. I am now trying to write a book with the help of the wonderful counsellor i met though my darkest hours. I hope people take the time to look at this thread. Great work.
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| 12/25/2007 7:04:12 PM | Suicide prevention | |
allofme4u
Queensland
Australia
age: 51
| bubb my heart goes out to you lol and a great big hug
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| 12/25/2007 7:04:38 PM | Suicide prevention | |
bucktail
Poynette, WI
age: 46
| get drunk, that way if you use a gun yull miss i know not fuuny just trying to lighten up a bit)i feel your hurt bubb i do, after your first post i thought of my son-logan,,,,my eye's got watery,,,,mmmmmm
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| 12/25/2007 7:17:19 PM | Suicide prevention | |
snaztoo
Pulaski, TN
age: 54
| I feel your pain Bubba, I lost my mother in 1993 and then my only sibling my brother in 1999, and to be honest you never get over, however you do learn to live with it. Suicide is a selfish act, the ones left behind suffer greatly.
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