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Larry C

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0 posted 2002-11-30 12:11 PM

Hypochondriac of the Heart
By Larry Chadwick
The price of being self-centered!

When I pull a muscle,
You can tell it by my limp;
Hurting from the pain,
Though I’m not a little wimp.

But should you hurt my feelings,
And my nose gets out of joint;
In case you miss the clues,
I’ll make sure you get the point.

I’m a hypochondriac of the heart,
And wear my feelings on my sleeve;
In the hopes that all will notice,
How I feel before they leave.

In my effort to be understood,
I drive everyone I love away;
In a room filled with egg shells,
No one seems to want to stay.

Though a Doctor will not treat me,
I pay a much higher price;
I sacrifice the ones I love,
Without ever thinking twice.

In my haste to only think of me,
I do to others the very thing I fear;
Causing offense to their hearts,
They'd rather be far away from here.

November 29, 2002

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

[This message has been edited by Larry C (11-30-2002 10:05 AM).]

Songbird
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since 1999-12-15

Posts 2184
Missouri

1 posted 2002-11-30 12:20 PM

hmmm I know a few people like that.. you tell it like it is

garysgirl

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since 2002-09-29

Posts 19237
Florida, USA

2 posted 2002-11-30 01:43 AM

Larry, this is absolutely true. There are so many people
just like this. What's so sad is that they usually
don't even realize it.
Thanks for sharing with us, kind sir.

"Love makes the world go around"
~~with love and hugs from Ethel~~

Midnitesun

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since 2001-05-18

Posts 28647
Gaia

3 posted 2002-11-30 03:16 AM

OK, time to put Humpty together again?
Wait here for just a minute....I'll get my camel hair bikini on.
Then let's see who leaves the room.

Well?

Kethry
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since 2000-07-29

Posts 9082
Victoria Australia

4 posted 2002-11-30 04:13 AM

Larry,
I don't think you are imagining this, maybe you have a real disease. Oh no! It's the dreaded go away/come back symptom that leads to in depth passion. Oh no! Oh no! Runnnnnn!
Kethry

Here in the midst of my lonely abyss, a single joy I find...your presence in my mind. Unknown

SmartChick
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since 2001-09-23

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On A Journey To The Unknown

5 posted 2002-11-30 08:15 AM

Yes Larry, I agree with you. I have known so many people like this.

Seymour Tabin
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Tamarac Fla

6 posted 2002-11-30 08:29 AM

Larry C
A common disorder that should be put in order, Well done, enjoyed.

Earth Angel
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since 2002-08-27

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Realms of Light

7 posted 2002-11-30 09:53 AM

What a clever write! I do believe I have heard of this condition but I hadn't known the term for it--Thanx! tehe

What do you think of this as a medical term for this malady--Cardiac Hypochondriasis ?!?

~ warm hugs to you dear friend

EA

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (11-30-2002 11:12 AM).]

Mistletoe Angel

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since 2000-12-17

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Portland, Oregon

8 posted 2002-11-30 08:22 PM

(big hugggsssssss) Oh Larry, I too know this disease so very well and a few who have it, sweet friend, I hope all is well as I send angel hugs of comfort your way! (sigh) God Bless You, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Larry, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

"Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..."

Shakira

Kellie_Cantrell
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since 2002-05-22

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New York

9 posted 2002-11-30 09:32 PM

this is a very heartfelt poem. Brought me to tears. Your wonderful.

Wind

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since 2002-10-12

Posts 2981

10 posted 2002-11-30 09:34 PM

I loved that. It was sweet and sad.

Never be normal!

Lisann
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since 2001-01-31

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11 posted 2002-12-01 09:29 PM

Great job Larry. This is a club that I am a member of. In fact I can think of a certain person in my life that I'd like to share this with if I may. You have definitely described me with this one. It is so hard to change a pattern that we aren't always aware we have until its too late. Good luck to you. And I wish you success and love in all of your relationships......in your life.

Larry C

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Posts 10286
United States

12 posted 2002-12-02 12:11 PM

Songbird,
I'm afraid that we all know of few like that. Thanks.

Ethel,
Well we all have our faults. Some are just more visible. And thanks.

Kacy,
I'm still HERE!

Thanks for the fashion show! And thank you for reading.

Keth,
LMBO Hey Birthday Girl, thanks for the fun.

Sue,
A common malady I'm afraid. One worth conquering. And thank you.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

13 posted 2002-12-02 12:15 PM

Sy,
LOL Well said and thank you.

Linda,
Cardiac Hypochondriasis LMBO hope it isn't contagious! Thanks for the fun.

Noah,
Thanks for all you do. Yes I am well and thank you always for your kindness. Peace.

Kellie,
Hi sweetie. Cheer up...that's life. Love ya.

Dear Lady Wind,
Awww and thank you for being so kind. Bless you dear girl.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

14 posted 2002-12-02 12:17 PM

Lisann,
Bless your dear heart. Of course you can share. There is a cure for all conditions. Many are resolved simply by not making ourselves the focus of our mind. You are a courageous woman. Peace and hope to you.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

BluesSerenade
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since 2001-10-23

Posts 10549
By the Seaside

15 posted 2002-12-03 12:50 PM

I’m a hypochondriac of the heart,
And wear my feelings on my sleeve;
In the hopes that all will notice,
How I feel before they leave.

Thank you for extending your poetic charm~
you wear your feelings well Larry~

Gentle Spirit
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since 2000-10-09

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16 posted 2002-12-03 07:25 PM

Larry dear man, there are quite a few of us around here that wear our hearts on our sleeves....sigh.....
but hey, I'm not convinced that's a bad thing....

Your a doll hon, big hugs comin at you.

suthern

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since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

17 posted 2002-12-04 10:24 AM

You're either describing someone else or exercising your imagination... for this certainly isn't you! LOL You've shown me nothing but understanding and forgiveness... no matter how clumsily I stormed and stomped! LOL

I've been told I wear my feelings on my sleeve... and that was perhaps intended as insult. *G* But they're not fragile, just so overwhelming they won't stay stuffed inside. *G* (I do, however, crack a few shells when I start swinging that baseball bat. LOL)

I liked this very much, Larry!!

NewEnglandlazurlu
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since 2002-01-04

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A Mountain Paradise

18 posted 2002-12-04 01:14 PM

Larry, a man after my own heart! My friends don't call me 'mouth' for nothing.

Hugs to you and continue telling it like it is. Less stress and ulcers that way.

Marti

Larry C

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since 2001-09-10

Posts 10286
United States

19 posted 2002-12-05 12:05 PM

Lori,
Awww...thanks. You're too kind.

Donna,

Well now, I am so thankful for you.

suthern,
I have no idea what you are talking about! And thank you.

Marti,
Huh? LMBO and bless you dear friend.

If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again.

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