Well, aren't you cute as a button?

Ah, this is one I struggle with on a cerebral level. I like to remember that none of this will be chiseled into our headstones. All the quirks and oddities and failures will be forgotten and we'll live on in how we made other people feel. Lovely introspective piece, Blue (:

My thoughts are very similar, fnt ... In the end, it really is about your heart, the quality of your character and how you treated others, that will end up mattering the most. However, it's still difficult to catch a stare or whisper here or there, reminding me how harsh the reality of, now, can be. Its not a common occurrence anymore, as my healing has improved the visual but it happens.

This was a bit more about reminding myself to stand strong in who I am and not necessarily 'the package' I happen to come in...perhaps a gentle 'fuck you' to those who do gawk... Lmfao...

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with me and for the generous list add, I am terrifically appreciative.
🌹 - 💙
B

Our scars, internal and external, give us our character.  A well conceived topic, written with skill and emotion.

It's true, they do add a bit of pizzazz and flare... What I've found, is usually that's touted as such, only if you're a man. Not so much pizzazz and flare for scarry women, sadly... Which is shitty!!... Scars should be considered cool and badass, regardless .... heh heh... ;p
 
Thanks for the lovely sentiments, I really am deeply appreciative 🙏🏻  
 
It's always a pleasure to have a fresh perspective and one that I can relate with...  
Welcome back to DUP  
🌹 - B

Scars a proof of battles won, I were mine with honour especially the one that looks like a huge shark bite, the kids used to tell their friends I was bite whilst diving
Scars or not remember you see beautiful
Love and light
Ron xx

You are so very correct and I so agree, too, about proof of awesome battles won. I love that you were made into a legend via your scars... hahaha... sooo very cool 😎 Thanks for the lovely sentiments and reminder of how you see me, that means a lot and It's greatly appreciated. Sometimes there are easier days, dealing with it, than others. Mostly the scars go noticed, only because I've mastered how to hide them well. Even if I hadn't, they're not too too bad. Only enough to be left always knowing, being told by others and ultimately feeling 'less than' what is widely accepted /considered as 'petty'...
Not saying that for effect or anything other than it's just simple fact.

Your visits and shared thoughts are truly valuable and beyond cherished, dear Ron... thank you!

All my warmest regards deep appreciation - 💙
🌹-B

Well...  

I think you are one of the
most beautiful people in the whole world...

Inside and Out.

I admire your courage, strength, aplomb, intellect, sophistication,
creativity, heart, empathy, fighting spirit, cool vibes...

And...

Overall sense of style.

:)))

I very much like the serious daring of this piece.

I too have scars on my face.
One is like a deep gash, over my lip...

The other is from stitches, over my right eye,
which...  Oddly enough, I wrote a piece about, called:

"Passerby Passed".

You know...  It is beautiful for someone to allow people
to really know you...  (I am learning about this, because I have always be ultra private.)

And...  I think there are different forms
of disclosure that have parity.

But I am grateful to share in this self disclosure
from...  You.  (You could never be anything other than beautiful, to me.)

One of my best friends.  

They have something of a scar similar to this...

And they have said that it helps
them to identify people, based on their reactions.

I found/find that quite thought provoking.

As an aside...  

This prompts in my mind something I think of as "Emblems of the Outcast"...

[A bouquet of lavender for you Ma Dear]

I adore lavender, (I know you know) Danke Schoen, dear poet 🙏🏻

Thank you for opening up and sharing your own truths, scars and understandings with me. There's much comfort in the solidarity you've generously left me with.... breathtaking, in it's pure kindness - 💙

I too, enjoy determining a sense of someone's character, upon meeting a new person and seeing how they do or don't react to me physically... to the scarring or not... It's like an ongoing social experiment... lmao...  

Your words, thoughts and general sense of awesome badass character, leave me warmed and completely grateful, my dear friend.  

A gazillion thank you's- 💋

🌹-B

Hello B,
We are conscious about what we are given extra-ordinary by nature or a.tradegy. My friend had surgery of next and her stitches marks were apparent. I touched and said, wearing a beautiful necklace. She would smile. Your scars are a galaxy of stars. Telling the story of your pain, courage, tolerance and hope.
Love.you,

KS

Your breadth of true sweet kindness is felt and deeply appreciated, my friend. Thank you for sharing a bit of your own story about your friend, it's incredibly nice to feel like I'm being understood... personally and within my writing.

All my gratitude for the generous opportunity you've given me of partaking in your thoughts.

Warm regards,
🌹 - 💙
B

"A really good man loves a really good scar." Carly Simon

send him my way if you see him..... ;)

🌹 - 💙
Thx, RT
x

Oh my Princess, we all have our visible scars that testify to points in time that our health was challenged, but the scar is a "medal of honor" proving that we have, and are, overcoming, and it's on the scars that we become shining stars to others who yet have to face the crisis moment. Perhaps the greatest scar of all is the one inside that continually brings pain, yet it's the key to external healing. I visit my co-war vets in their almost unbelievable physical conditions, but it's their optimistic attitudes and behaviors that renew and recharge my life and count my blessings. Hugs, love, and kisses my beautiful inside and out Lady Blue. Oral

My dear, O  
Thank you for sharing your wise, valuable and very astute thoughts and a bit of your life experiences with me. I take much peace and a reminder to be reflective upon my good fortune. It means a lot to me that you've taken the time to see me and my writing, like you do.

I too, count my blessings to have your light shining upon me.
All my warmest love and gratitude, dear bard
🌹-💙
B

A person is beautiful just the way they are.  Keep on writing.

I hope to continue to strive to be, at least... thanks so much for being kind and continually visiting, Francisco. I appreciate your comments
🌹 -

Bless and love ...

xo - 💙
Ty, Dearest FeNyX


Returned blessings, to you, as well
🌹 - B

That little ol' boo-boo is an awesome outline for a tattoo!  
In the meantime, I wanna kiss your neck.  

Are you smiling yet?  

from ear to ear.... 😁 <-----me.
lol.
Thanks for that yummy giggle.

You're a very kind beacon of understanding that I'm beyond grateful for. It's extremely meaningful
to have help in navigating a bit of my darkness and a reminder of the goodness that a lot of people carry inside them.

Best, deepest and warmest regards.
🌹 - 💙
B

Dear BV,

A poetic reveal this personal isn’t subject to anything but solemn awe and admiration. We’re forever altered by these circumstances for one reason or another. How we move forward becomes instrumental in determining the rest of our days. I for one, am indebted to your sharing this. As I am not comfortable in doing so I find such kinship and frankly, help, when I am privileged to read something as raw and magnificent as this. H🌷

For me, shedding a bit of the deepest hurts I carry, via written purge 'therapy' is one of the tools that I use to keep myself mentally healthy; and hopefully even keeled, emotionally. It's thoughtful comments like yours along with a connection of solidarity that impact me so positively and fill my heart full with the lovely knowledge that there are cherished souls out there that absolutely get it; that understand the difficulties that the vulnerable baring of one's soul can impart, with zero judgement. You, dear friend, sort of become 'a sister in thought' and I deeply thank you for sharing with me your personal POV, Honoria... It sincerely means so so much to me - 🙏🏻  
 
I am humbled and totally grateful that I was lucky enough (and able) to help you with the processing and/or soothing of anything that might press down upon.... How seriously cool is that!! It's an honor to me that you feel that way.  
 
Much love and enormous respect, ✨  
🌹 - 💙  
B

One aspect of the OO that comes in handy for situations like this, "the license to kill"!

Wear it proudly. You are a survivor.



PS.  OO not a reference to your chest, although quite nice!  : )

Hahaha... Thanks so much for the giggle, Leo!
I'll be proud, definitely.

🌹 - 💙
xo

Hey Blue……if people only look at your scars, they miss the best of you, not just your natural beauty but your giving passionate heart, let alone not knowing your gracious soul within you, oh and your sacred smile, purple luv & hugs xo :)

Hey there, flower girl ;)
It's absolutely awesome to see you 🦋 I'm so glad you've returned, Yay!!
Thank you for your wonderfully sweet, astute and truly kind words. I completely agree, although sometimes insecurity just creeps out of nowhere. Luckily I am much better now, in my older age, at being and staying self confident.

I appreciate you taking the time to leave your thoughts with me, it means so much to me.

Much love and returned purple hugs💜🤗
🌹 - B
x

I've always said that scars tell a story, but it's also a reminder that folks need to practice diligence and sensibility. I've had that happen to me so I can relate to a degree. Either way, your a strong soul who shares here with us, reminding us of those little things, to be kinder and more understanding.

Thanks for the uplifting words and understanding my headspace, W.

It's a difficult subject to approach, when things don't always appear what they might seem. I've had people down play or just dismiss all together the emotional hurt and baggage I had collected because I couldn't possibly have negative experiences or awful shit thrown at me because of the way I look. I have become a true Pro at hiding the bulk of the physical remaining scars, well. It's not always been that way nor do I always have that kind want to do so when out in public. It's surprising just how awful and totally superficial some terrible people can be. So I sort of feel special because sometimes I get to see both sides of it...the 'so-called pretty' and the scarred up 'tragedy'... It is a learning experience, for sure.
Anyway, in comparison to the world's real problems out there mine are definitely small and miniscule in overall importance. Which I also recognize, too. Most of the time, I don't ever let it bother me anymore. It's been years, so
only sparingly now do I feel badly about it.

How far I've come!
Hahaha.

Thank you for taking the time to read my work and for sharing your thoughts with me, it made me ponder some valuable reminders!

Be well and be safe out there, dear friend
🌹 - 💙
B