Online Friends We have to be leery of our "online friends"; The reason for this comes from deep down within. Throughout our lives, from birth to the grave, Our impressions of others come from how they behave. We can touch them, feel them, see them, and hear, the truth of their words through a multi-sensed ear. We can tell by their eyes, or their language, or look, If their words are sincere or out of a book. But online the words we read on the screen, We interpret to say what we want them to mean. Our innermost feelings are brought forth there, From the words that appear on the screen where we stare. Does "I love you" from them mean the same as from me? Or am I only a game to them and should I then flee? Are they laughing, or joking, or smirking, or worse.... While I pour out my heart in short little spurts? And that night on the phone, when we spoke those same words, Did they hang up and say "Good God, what a nerd!"? In all other places, we choose friends with care. Online, it is sad, we must truly beware. To all of you whom I've poured out my heart... Remember, be gentle, even though far apart. Because "I love you" from me comes from deep down inside, Where trust and hope and my true feelings hide. And no matter the image I show to the rest, My online friends know the real me the best. While with you I share my fears and my dreams, And I pray when we meet I am all that I seem. ~*~ I found this on the page of a friend. I thought it was so appropriate that I decided to add it here. JoJo, thank you for the insight. ~*~ ONLINE FRIENDS I have a little group of friends, As dear as they can be. I love them all, but sad to say, Most I'll never get to see. The only claim I have is that When I feel sad, alone or blue, I get on line, Play wav's and chat. And maybe find someone who feels it too. They give love And support, Opinions and such, Which I can take or ponder much, But...sometimes I round a bend And Lo!! I'll make a brand new friend. Feel bad, or sad? Just plain sick? Got an attitude or habit You want to kick? "Its ok", your friends will say, "We've all been there before, A time or two, just like you". We know the ups, the downs, The highs, the lows, The "I-could-kill-that-so-n-so's". The pain and strain, Of getting through The leave-takings without adieu. We've seen it all, the been-theres done-thats, We've worn all the different hats, That makes us each uniquely "us", And when we want to make a fuss, We come online and find The equalizers, The friends, who become our sympathizers, Who know, And feel, And wish, And pray, When you both know there is nothing more to say-- But an online friend Will say it anyway. ~Author Anomyous~ ~*~ Faceless Friends We sit and we type and we stare at our screens We all have to wonder, what this possibly means ~ With our mouse we roam, through the rooms in a mazeLooking for something or someone as we sit in a daze~ We chat with each other, we type all our woes Small groups we do form and gang up on our foes ~ We wait for somebody, to type out our nameWe want recognition but it is always the same ~ We give kisses and hugs, and sometimes flirtIn IM's we chat deeply and reveal why we hurt ~ We do form friendships - but - why we don't knowBut some of these friendships will fourish and grow~ Why is it on screens, we can be so boldTelling our secrets that have never been told ~ Why is it we share, the thoughts in our mindWith those we can't see as though we were blind ~ The answer is simple, it is as clear as a bellWe all have our problems and need someone to tell ~ We can't tell real people, but tell someone we mustSo we turn to the 'puter' and to those we can trust ~ Even though it is crazy, the truth still remainsThey are *Friends Without Faces* with odd little names. ~ Author Anonymous ~ ~*~ Friend I cannot ease your aching heart, Nor take your pain away; But let me stay and take your hand And walk with you today... I'll listen when you need to talk, I'll wipe away your tears, I'll share your worries when they come, I'll help you face your fears. I'm here and I will stand by you, Each hill you have to climb. So take my hand, let's face the world ~ Live one day at a time. You're not alone, for I'm still here... I'll go that extra mile. And when your grief is easier, I'll help you learn to smile! ~ Author Unknown ~ ~*~ Pals I had some free time, so what did I do? I checked the computer to see if I'd heard from you. I used to walk out to a box to retrieve mail But I'd rather get it instantly than wait on the snail... Checking my email is always fun I usually get a joke or greeting from someone. I feel so connected because on the other end I know I've discovered a newfound friend. When I've had a hard day and need to share Here I can find a friend who will listen and care. And to this friend I hope I let know That I am always there for them also. Isn't it a strange kind of bond we form? It isn't exactly like the "norm" But where is it written, face to face we have to be That little joke, or note, or even just a simple "Hi" Could be like a ray of sunshine from the sky. So my online-pals , this is dedicated to you For all the smiles you have made anew May our friendship continue to grow and the warmth we feel continue to flow. ~Unkown Author~ ~*~ Graphics Courtesy of
Throughout our lives, from birth to the grave, Our impressions of others come from how they behave.
We can touch them, feel them, see them, and hear, the truth of their words through a multi-sensed ear.
We can tell by their eyes, or their language, or look, If their words are sincere or out of a book.
But online the words we read on the screen, We interpret to say what we want them to mean.
Our innermost feelings are brought forth there, From the words that appear on the screen where we stare.
Does "I love you" from them mean the same as from me? Or am I only a game to them and should I then flee?
Are they laughing, or joking, or smirking, or worse.... While I pour out my heart in short little spurts?
And that night on the phone, when we spoke those same words, Did they hang up and say "Good God, what a nerd!"?
In all other places, we choose friends with care. Online, it is sad, we must truly beware.
To all of you whom I've poured out my heart... Remember, be gentle, even though far apart.
Because "I love you" from me comes from deep down inside, Where trust and hope and my true feelings hide.
And no matter the image I show to the rest, My online friends know the real me the best.
While with you I share my fears and my dreams, And I pray when we meet I am all that I seem.
~*~
ONLINE FRIENDS I have a little group of friends, As dear as they can be. I love them all, but sad to say, Most I'll never get to see. The only claim I have is that When I feel sad, alone or blue, I get on line, Play wav's and chat. And maybe find someone who feels it too. They give love And support, Opinions and such, Which I can take or ponder much, But...sometimes I round a bend And Lo!! I'll make a brand new friend. Feel bad, or sad? Just plain sick? Got an attitude or habit You want to kick? "Its ok", your friends will say, "We've all been there before, A time or two, just like you". We know the ups, the downs, The highs, the lows, The "I-could-kill-that-so-n-so's". The pain and strain, Of getting through The leave-takings without adieu. We've seen it all, the been-theres done-thats, We've worn all the different hats, That makes us each uniquely "us", And when we want to make a fuss, We come online and find The equalizers, The friends, who become our sympathizers, Who know, And feel, And wish, And pray, When you both know there is nothing more to say-- But an online friend Will say it anyway.
~Author Anomyous~
I cannot ease your aching heart, Nor take your pain away; But let me stay and take your hand And walk with you today... I'll listen when you need to talk, I'll wipe away your tears, I'll share your worries when they come, I'll help you face your fears. I'm here and I will stand by you, Each hill you have to climb. So take my hand, let's face the world ~ Live one day at a time. You're not alone, for I'm still here... I'll go that extra mile. And when your grief is easier, I'll help you learn to smile!
I had some free time, so what did I do? I checked the computer to see if I'd heard from you. I used to walk out to a box to retrieve mail But I'd rather get it instantly than wait on the snail... Checking my email is always fun I usually get a joke or greeting from someone. I feel so connected because on the other end I know I've discovered a newfound friend.
When I've had a hard day and need to share Here I can find a friend who will listen and care. And to this friend I hope I let know That I am always there for them also. Isn't it a strange kind of bond we form? It isn't exactly like the "norm" But where is it written, face to face we have to be That little joke, or note, or even just a simple "Hi" Could be like a ray of sunshine from the sky. So my online-pals , this is dedicated to you For all the smiles you have made anew May our friendship continue to grow and the warmth we feel continue to flow. ~Unkown Author~ ~*~ Graphics Courtesy of