tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post5447372970667425361..comments2023-12-27T17:14:35.924+00:00Comments on klahanie: A Pothole On The Writing Road.klahaniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comBlogger77125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-85750080786964789932012-11-15T22:46:20.170+00:002012-11-15T22:46:20.170+00:00Hi Snowbrush,
Thank you for your kind words. And...Hi Snowbrush,<br /><br />Thank you for your kind words. And yes, our dear friend, amongst many friends, knows of the cruel hell this evil British government is doing by targeting the sick, the vulnerable. I appreciate your wishes.<br /><br />In kindness, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-74507817298360909182012-11-14T18:21:06.980+00:002012-11-14T18:21:06.980+00:00This friend lives in Manchester, I think it is...o...This friend lives in Manchester, I think it is...oh, my god, she's been here--All Consuming that is. I was thinking of her because she too has been through angst over the possibility of her government pulling the net from under her. Anyway, I hope it works out for you.Snowbrushhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00436087215476479042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-33650139742816711442012-11-13T00:02:26.173+00:002012-11-13T00:02:26.173+00:00Hey All Consuming,
Oh yes we do. We are facing t...Hey All Consuming,<br /><br />Oh yes we do. We are facing the austerity measures while the rich that caused this mess seem to get away with it. Time to stand out and be counted. In peace, Gary xklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-41939239704003713862012-11-12T21:01:39.635+00:002012-11-12T21:01:39.635+00:00Thanks Gary, we all need to be there for each othe...Thanks Gary, we all need to be there for each other. x All Consuminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03089119991474852732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-64025486364180933012012-11-11T21:07:12.455+00:002012-11-11T21:07:12.455+00:00Hi All Consuming,
I wasn't aware of that most...Hi All Consuming,<br /><br />I wasn't aware of that most informative site and the further info we be of much value. I thank you and I shall link into that site. I appreciate your offer, but I will be able to cover the subscription. I've been through this before and I am quite aware of what's best in filling it in. I will be describing all moments when I am at my worst. And you know, all too well, how disgraceful this all is. Making the sick even sicker is not the way forward. How bloody dare this most inhumane government in recent British history. I'm very grateful to you and I'm here if you need any support and comfort when your dreaded time arrives.<br /><br />Much respect and kindness, your way, Gary<br />xklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-31451577979713421002012-11-11T21:00:19.071+00:002012-11-11T21:00:19.071+00:00Hi becca,
Thank you and I have witnessed how ther...Hi becca,<br /><br />Thank you and I have witnessed how therapeutic writing can be for you and for those who read your heartfelt postings. I am appreciative of your thoughtful words. Thank you, becca.<br /><br />With peace and hope, your way, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-47008162429828703142012-11-11T20:58:13.548+00:002012-11-11T20:58:13.548+00:00Hi Susan Kane,
Thank you for that and coincidenta...Hi Susan Kane,<br /><br />Thank you for that and coincidentally I am going to mention about how I have mostly taken away the 'power' of the bullies that tried to destroy my world. My next posting will verbalise this. I draw strength and resilience from the kindness of good people like you. Thank you, Susan.<br /><br />In kindness and peaceful wishes, your way, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-28704413774908753082012-11-11T20:53:59.695+00:002012-11-11T20:53:59.695+00:00Hi Kim,
Ah yes, thank you and don't let the b...Hi Kim,<br /><br />Ah yes, thank you and don't let the buggers get us down. Don't let them stand in the way of positivity. I shall hope that this evil government doesn't get its way and potentially reduce my benefits by about 70%. <br /><br />I do try to focus on all that is good in my life. My right to be happy has been attacked by several negative aspects of late. I am so heartened and inspired by your kind thoughts and all those who have told me to stand tall. Thank you, dear lady.<br /><br />Positive thoughts and wishes to you for the realisation of your new adventure :)<br /><br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-62679975159596756562012-11-11T20:35:54.641+00:002012-11-11T20:35:54.641+00:00Hi Kelly,
I am grateful for your supportive words...Hi Kelly,<br /><br />I am grateful for your supportive words and your understanding of this situation through your empathy. This government is targeting every sick and vulnerable person in Britain. It has caused a great deal of unnecessary anxiety. It really is the government's way of forcing the sick onto unemployment benefits and cutting their money by half. If they remove the disability benefit at a later time, there will be people who will have had about a 70% reduction in benefits.<br /><br />I am most encouraged about what you say in regards to my writing. We have been interacting and sharing our writing experiences for a few years now. I know that we both try various writing genres and use our writing as therapy.<br /><br />I think we should both try and pursue our writing dreams. I wish you so much fulfilment with your creation of a book. However, I would hope you kept your blog going to keep us informed of what's happening. A good way to promote your published book! <br /><br />My neighbour problems are just as bad. This leaves me with no choice but to take legal action. More added stress we never asked for. <br /><br />I appreciate your willingness to interact and lend a supportive ear. And you know it works both ways, my friend :)<br />Thank you, Kelly.<br /><br />Peaceful wishes, your way, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-26855885459674235202012-11-11T20:12:16.228+00:002012-11-11T20:12:16.228+00:00Hi Tammy,
I just sit here and see what happens. ...Hi Tammy,<br /><br />I just sit here and see what happens. Let the fingers dance on the keyboard and see what happens :) I have found writing to be a most therapeutic and cathartic resource. Thank you very much for your kind words.<br /><br />Peaceful wishes, your way, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-72203399929312822022012-11-11T20:03:33.259+00:002012-11-11T20:03:33.259+00:00Hi Suzanne Bean,
Thank you and I'm flattered ...Hi Suzanne Bean,<br /><br />Thank you and I'm flattered by what you have so thoughtfully said. Yes we are our own worst enemies and should pay heed to the good advice we give to others and utilise in our own lives. I am usually an upbeat guy and I have done what I can to leave the past in the past, learn and move on. What has been imposed on me and so many, has dredged up the past I was trying to move on from. <br /><br />I believe you are right that it's darkest before the dawn. I am being bombarded with a series of negative energy that I'm trying so hard to counteract. The incredibly caring support and encouragement of you and all these wonderful people within this community, give me the determination to challenge this. A negative into a positive. Your words are cherished, dear lady.<br /><br />Much respect, hugs and appreciation, your way, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-43950316242262829662012-11-11T19:51:50.757+00:002012-11-11T19:51:50.757+00:00Hi lotta joy,
It is actually a questionnaire to t...Hi lotta joy,<br /><br />It is actually a questionnaire to try to force the sick, the vulnerable, back into a workforce where few jobs exist. By failing people on the questionnaire and distorting the evidence in face to face meetings, this immoral government can cut the benefits of the sick by half. Unemployment benefits are about half what one gets on sick pay. <br /><br />I know how to approach the questions and my answers. I have also gone through this before and ended up at an assessment where the doctor wrote down complete opposite answers to what I stated. Months of hell ensued and I won a tribunal. I just don't see the point in making the sick have to dredge back up all the pain. Some of the most gifted people of our time had debilitating mental health issues. Your thoughts and support are thankfully received.<br /><br />In peace and good wishes to you, lotta joy.<br /><br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-11428641264852571602012-11-11T19:40:41.016+00:002012-11-11T19:40:41.016+00:00Hi Munir,
I thank you for such kind, supportive w...Hi Munir,<br /><br />I thank you for such kind, supportive words. I try not to give those who try to impose negativity, the oxygen they seek. I do try, with my positive reinforcement and the kindness of good people such as you, to maintain that positive focus and hold my head high. I am grateful to you, Munir.<br /><br />In gratitude and peace, Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-69652354758045952842012-11-11T17:12:47.950+00:002012-11-11T17:12:47.950+00:00if you don't know of it already, go to the fol...if you don't know of it already, go to the following site, I am a member and they have been absolutely invaluable in the past and shall be when I have to re-apply too. There is a subscription rate, which is to cover the workers time, and I pay it, but if you can't send me your email and I'll send onto you all the extra info and newest articles that tell you just how to explain your illness in a way that will not leave someone who needs help out in the cold. There are few things that get me down as much as this re-applying, proving you are ill. It is appalling. http://www.benefitsandwork.co.uk/<br />XAll Consuminghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03089119991474852732noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-30914588036459503142012-11-11T14:53:06.325+00:002012-11-11T14:53:06.325+00:00writing is great therapy and you do it so well. I ...writing is great therapy and you do it so well. I am alway captivated by what you write Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10213055916162799647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-50825238060482033242012-11-11T03:07:20.051+00:002012-11-11T03:07:20.051+00:00Courage is a rare gift, and you have it, Gary. St...Courage is a rare gift, and you have it, Gary. Strength is not measured by muscle cells or by bravado. It is measured by the determination to put one foot in front of the other. By spitting into the wind. By making eye contact with a bully and not blinking.<br /><br />You will do this, because I believe in you.Susan Kanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09834094675218254410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-41929656985271059962012-11-10T20:52:13.849+00:002012-11-10T20:52:13.849+00:00Well, I'd be redundant here to express my thou...Well, I'd be redundant here to express my thoughts - like so many of the comments above (Botanist really nailed that particular issue!) and I'd be repeating Kelly's nearly verbatim...so let me just remind you of all the friendships you've nourished here online, all the positive assistance you've offered whoever needed it, and all the wonderful accomplishments- great and small - that you've attained in recent years. You'll get past this, too, and I'm rooting for you to be unscathed by that ruthless government. <br /><br />Peace, positive thoughts and wishes your way KimThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05154456095628728984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-86248917034634978142012-11-10T20:14:31.158+00:002012-11-10T20:14:31.158+00:00I haven't looked at the other comments others ...I haven't looked at the other comments others have made, Gary, but I empathize with you. If I was there with you right now, I'd try my best to comfort you by any means possible, dude. That's terrible that your government is making you go through this shit. trying to push you back to work when, clearly, you have problems that would make that possibility a mistake. <br /><br />I know you face a daunting challenge ahead of you. No matter what happens, I hope you find the inner strength you've shown before, to go forge ahead, no matter what obstacles they throw at you.<br /><br />Also: I really hope your dreams of writing that book come to fruition. You're a great writer. Since I've been a fan of your blog for what? The last five or six years? I've seen you put out posts and that are amazing works of art when it comes to the written word.<br /><br />On a side note, too, I've been thinking, seriously, about quitting my blog soon and putting my writing focus on creating a book, myself. I've dreamt of doing that since I was a kid. I already have the plot line in my head.<br /><br />Hopefully, you neighbor problem will be resolved soon. I know that's wreaking havoc on your nerves. I'm crossing my fingers for you and Penny. <br /><br />Take good care of yourself, my friend, and remember, as always, if you need somebody to write to and interact with via email, private messaging or however, I'm a good listener and I'll try to help. <br /><br />Sending you wishes of peace,<br /><br />Kelly Kellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13605551857342134163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-31651541972072477882012-11-10T06:40:27.284+00:002012-11-10T06:40:27.284+00:00wow, if that's how you write in the dead of ni...wow, if that's how you write in the dead of night, that is pretty awesome! i agree, writing, of any kind, is great therapy!!Tammy Theriaulthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13128574900510175415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-82078436569963264182012-11-10T06:28:37.645+00:002012-11-10T06:28:37.645+00:00Gary, I'm going to echo what everyone is sayin...Gary, I'm going to echo what everyone is saying, YOU ARE FABULOUS!!! and don't you forget it. We are always our own worst enemies!!!! Just remember that the past is the past and this very moment you are a new and different person. You have all these amazing people supporting you, so allow the love and support to up lift you. Sometimes when we are going to break through to a new and improved level of life, it seems to get worse, so just hold on because I know FABULOUS things are happening and going to happen. I just know it!!! And here I'm using the word FABULOUS again, and YES, YOU ARE A FABULOUS WRITER!!! <br />Biggest hug ever,<br />SuzanneSuzanne Beanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14766065508913925928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-69192926377681449902012-11-10T03:57:21.795+00:002012-11-10T03:57:21.795+00:00I can't understand sending a long questionnair...I can't understand sending a long questionnaire to people who have emotional problems that remove them from the work force. Wouldn't it be more productive for you to answer every question with an answer that doesn't remotely apply to the question?<br /><br />When were you last employed? "Yellow"<br />Have you been seeking employment? "Window, scary"<br /><br />Could this possibly be in your worst interest to comply with intelligent answers? You ARE intelligent, but I don't think they "get it". Intelligent people are THE MOST prone to paralyzing mental problems.lotta joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12742978845913126675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-14415310336971257372012-11-10T01:45:06.046+00:002012-11-10T01:45:06.046+00:00I am sorry about all the hardships that you had to...I am sorry about all the hardships that you had to go through. Hang in there. Just remember that people cannot control us about how we respond to their attitude. They can do whatever they want, they are just wasting their time, if we ignore them. I know it is easier said then done, but one day you will be so strong that no matter how people bother you, you will do great. We are all on your side.MunirGhiasuddinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05232362559666320301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-26134180193558146082012-11-09T23:12:04.148+00:002012-11-09T23:12:04.148+00:00Hi Delores,
Thank you for another supportive and ...Hi Delores,<br /><br />Thank you for another supportive and caring comment. Your mother was wise. I occasionally see the bullies individually walking the streets. I look at them, I walk proudly by them and they aren't such bullies when they are on their own. <br /><br />I have my moments of panic from such a traumatic past. Yet, we know that a bully can never win. Your words are cherished, Delores. Thank you.<br /><br />In kindness, Gary klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-64145764727343268412012-11-09T23:06:32.133+00:002012-11-09T23:06:32.133+00:00Hey Laura,
Oh wow! And love is what we all share...Hey Laura,<br /><br />Oh wow! And love is what we all share....<br />klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4219984917795758890.post-92108597389386329872012-11-09T18:06:02.607+00:002012-11-09T18:06:02.607+00:00We love you!We love you!Austanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05568578637922817033noreply@blogger.com