Thursday, April 30, 2009

The end...and a beginning


When I was little, I used to think about how, when I'd be older, things wouldn't hurt my feelings so much. While I always seemed to learn some important life lessons from hurtful things happening, I was anxious to learn them all and be finished with them. I just assumed that being older naturally meant that relationships and interactions with people would become easier and ...well, kinder. You might be chuckling right now because sometimes this is the farthest thing from the truth. Relationships can be hard - even when we're old(er). Communication can be difficult - even as adults. And apparently, we continue to have life lessons we need to learn.

I've had a rough go of it the last few weeks. I found myself in a situation that I never dreamed of being in and was judged in a way that I will never fully understand. The result is that I have ended a very unhealthy relationship with an organization that I once believed in with all my heart. While I wish that the situation could have had a different outcome, I can honestly say that I tried my best, worked my hardest and gave myself completely to the experiences of the last year. The fact that others chose to undermine, misrepresent, and speak with malice and threats is something I have no control over.

I know that what I've written may seem intentionally vague and unclear, but this post is an ending for me. It is a tangible and positive way for me to part from the bad that is now finished and allow myself to be open and welcoming to the good that is yet to come.

I'm a firm believer that when one door closes, many, many others open. If you have a good heart and good intentions, I believe that good things await.

Two of my "good things" are almost ready. On Saturday, I will introduce you to them.

35 comments:

  1. I am so excited for you that you are beginning this new, sure to be amazing part of your life!

    Congrats!

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  2. I'm sorry things didn't work out. It's always so hard being misjudged so badly, and things you once thought were good turn out not so good. Hope things are looking up for you now.

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  3. I knew something was going on with you since I hadn't heard much from Critter Farm lately. I could sense something was "up".

    You are a healthy, vibrant and beautiful soul with a very sweet and generous heart. My experience has been that kind hearted souls get stepped on from time to time, but they are the ones who will endure and succeed while the offenders will fail and fade away.

    You will triumph in life. (you already have!) Soon that bad experience will be a distant memory.

    I am anxious to hear about the upcoming good things that you allude to. I miss hearing from you when you are absent in posting, but I figure that you are just really busy like I have been lately. We love you Danni ♥. We are here for you.

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  4. My heart goes out to you. I am so very glad that you have found a way to bring some closure to all this. And that in doing so you are able to move ahead and allow new and different things to play a part in your life.

    The opening of new doors is always such an amazing and exciting time. Full of so many possibilities and surprises. I have a feeling that what awaits you at this new door will bring you great happiness and unlimited amounts of unconditional love.

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  5. I'm sorry that something you were very passionate about has caused you such pain. Been there. It sucks. But I can hear all those doors opening and can't wait to meet whatever/whomever's behind them.

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  6. I've learned those lessons many times and I just try to move on and think that my energy will be appreciated elsewhere. Best wishes.

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  7. I'm sorry for the bad things that people said or did to upset you. I can't wait to see what's behind that door, though!

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  8. I think we all grew up thinking that when we were adults things would be so much better,easier. SURPRISE!
    I am looking forward to seeing what your new endeavor will be. Chin up, deep breath, now your mantra.(fill in the blank)over and over. You can do it!
    Kelly

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  9. My hubby's favorite saying is, No good deed goes unpunished. I have fought this saying but I must admit it tends to be true. What really matters is that you were very kind to some critters that needed you. I am sorry the humans let you down. But.....
    HeeHeeHee I know what's behind the door!!!

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  10. I can't wait to hear what's behind the door either..
    I don't know what happened to hurt you.. but I have to say just from reading your comments that you have a multitude of lovely friends right at your side, ready to give you a big ole cheering up..
    Your a beautiful person.. and don't let those bad people make you think any different.
    diane

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  11. I'm with you! Good things do, indeed, await and now that you've cleared a path, they'll be making their way to you.

    The important thing is that you walked the high road.

    I'm looking forward to hearing about what's behind door #1. I love a surprise!

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  12. Though it is hard to have to go through these conflicts, it is wonderful that you've been able to take charge of it in your life and put it behind you. What a great sign of personal strength!

    Can't wait to see what is behind the door. :)

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  13. Just go back and re-read goatgirls comment. It sums up what I was thinking but without the cussing.

    Is that the door to my guesthouse?

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  14. Danni, I only have know you for a year now but I know well your good heart and caring nature. You should know that you are in the right and stand firm my dear!
    We're all with you here and I look forward to hearing where that open door will lead us.
    XXXOOO!

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  15. I'm so sorry, Danni. I wish it did get easier. And it would, you know, if when you grew up, others would also. Maturity doesn't come with age for everyone.

    It hurts when you're trying to help and you're doing all you can and you get bitten so badly. I've found that this is rampant in the animal rescue world - I've been a victim of it myself, having it go so far as being stalked. Not fun. And not right either since there are so many devoted, kind, giving people involved in that world also.

    I would love to be vacationing farther north this year. It would be so lovely to meet you.

    But... what's behind the door? Biting my nails...

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  16. I'm so sorry you're going through this.
    It's so awful to find out someone/something you believed in with all your heart, doesn't have a heart of their own.

    I can't wait to see your two good things on Saturday. I think I already know what it is. Still, can't wait!

    Hugs to you!!

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  17. Oh Sweetie, I am so sorry for you. I hate when we have to learn life lessons!!! And some people just truly suck. But, I can't wait to see what's coming. That new proverbial door is already opening!!!

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  18. Without knowing what happened, i DO know how you feel, as i have had these deep wounds from people and things that i believed in and loved very much. Because you love and trust them, they are able to get in deep and cut deep too. All i can say is, it is their loss...You are such a loving and beautiful person. You gave from your heart, and that was good. (Shame on them..)Now you are free to share all that love and beauty with someone or something else! And the world is a better place! I can't wait to see what new things are coming for you!!!

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  19. My little sweet pea! I know that you are a wonderful, beatiful person and anyone who says otherwise will have to deal with me! :-) I am so excited to see what wonderful things life has in store for you!

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  20. I knew it wasn't good but I hoped it wasn't this bad. I'm sorry it turned out this way. I do believe that when something ends it makes the needed space for something new. That doesn't make it hurt less but it gives us something to look forward to.

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  21. I'm sorry for your pain, Danni. But, knowing you as so many of us do through cyberspace, you'll get back up, dust yourself off, and go back to doing good things again. I can't wait to see what critter will be sleeping behind that door. Hugs to you!

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  22. My mom & grandmother were wonderful strong southern ladies. They really do say "that which doesn't kill us makes us stronger." down there. I know you will have joy in the future, that's just the way life is. AND no fair, Goatgirl says she knows what's behind the door...lol

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  23. Oh, Danni, the pain is evident in your words, but take heart; no matter how poorly you've been treated, WE know what a good soul and heart you have and how you long to share both.

    Now, as for what's behind that door, I have a hunch about what it might be, and if it's what I think it is, then.....SQUEEEEEE!

    No matter what it is, though, I'm absolutely sure it's just the thing to restore your spirit. We can't wait!

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  24. Can't wait to see your new beginning. I know your going to love them!

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  25. I hope the two "good things" are the "good things" that I think they are! UPDATE US SOON!!!!!!! :D I'm too excited, please don't leave me hangin'! :)

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  26. What an outpouring of love for you in these comments, Daniella! Your friends here have known and observed the real, true you, not the one that seems to exist in the mind of a hurtful and troubled person. So sad.
    Now, let's open those doors you speak of to new and worthwhile endeavors. I know you feel the love and support all around you. Doesn't that give you a feeling of hope and renewed energy?
    What's that sound behind that mini barn door????

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  27. I second (third, fourth, 327th) the above comments. And coming from someone who recently was laid off from a job I loved but working for a truly not good person, I too have to believe that things work out the way they are supposed to, even when we haven't a clue until years later.

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  28. You have so many wonderful comments here, danni friend, and I'm afraid I have no new pearls to share. I just wanted to say I am glad you've found a way to move forward and I hope your new experiences bring you the happiness you deserve. (And if there's anything your three crazy mid-westerner friends can do to help...never hesitate, okay?) Much love, my friend!! xoxo <3 <3 <3

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  29. OK Danni, it's Saturday already! What are the good things of which you speak? Inquiring minds want to know.

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  30. You did a nice job getting your feelings out and now your moving on. Nicely done. Hugs, Kim

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  31. I would like to thank each of you for your comments. I am completely overwhelmed by the support, the commiseration, and the wisdom that you shared with me. Some of you I know personally, some are my blogging friends, and I feel incredibly grateful for every one of you. Thank you. Your kind words literally meant the world to me. -danni

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  32. Ok...one more thing... the "SQUEEEE" comment from cityfarmer CRACKED me up! Very funny, especially with Califonia Grammy's comment then asking about a pig!! :-) :-)
    You all also brought great big smiles to my face, which I desperately needed...

    (And no...no pigs are behind the little reddish door)

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  33. Hi Danni, I have been in that "place" myself.

    I am glad you are able to rise above it and move on. It is very disheartening to find that something you believe in so strongly was something that could hurt you.

    The unfortunate things with "groups" and "organizations" is sometimes in their belief that they are the end all, they lose track of what really was their goal. It is their loss.

    Hugs! Tammy

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  34. Arggh, always late to the posts, I am!

    I'm really sorry for the yuck you had to endure, and so glad you turned your inspiration and energies another positive direction. We love you and love your tender heart! The goats are ADORABLE

    :) Robbyn

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