I used to think the worst thing in life was to end up all alone

It’s not. The worst thing in life is ending up with people who make you feel all alone. - Bobcat Goldthwait

I lost over 30lbs of body fat between the second week of September and the third week of December and the only person that noticed, was a coworker. My family still doesn’t realize my clothes don’t fit anymore.

I only get my hair cut every few months, but I still get the same high and tight I did in the military. So I go from unkempt hobo, to spick and span soldier. It was two nights before my wife realized I got a haircut.

Tis the Year Of The Dove - forgive, forget, love unconditionally

It is possible I’m being overly sensitive

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PerfectionOfTheHeart · 46-50, F

I don’t think it’s you being overly sensitive. I think it’s you being under appreciated. Please forgive me for that boldness as I do not intend on hurting those you care about. I’d never want to do that.

But…the weight loss would be noticeable, as would the haircut given how drastic such a haircut is. I…I just wish they’d see you more. You really deserve that instant recognition 😔. I say that as someone who probably notices too much though.

TransientTinkerer · 41-45, M

@PerfectionOfTheHeart You do notice too much. Because you’re like me; tuned into those around you.

And I know like me, you extend grace to others because it’s you, not them. I don’t know how to not be so focused on them. We have to do life together. It’d just be nice if they felt the same way