by Fred R.
Member since:
April 15, 2008

I use gather as an outlet

January 17, 2009 02:16 PM EST (Updated: January 17, 2009 03:20 PM EST)
views: 218 | rating: 8.9/10 (55 votes) | comments: 59

I use gather as an outlet

 

I am not feeling sorry for myself

 

I don't care if you like it or not

 

Since they stopped the checks and went to paypal

I am unable to get cash (because of a dispute with paypal)

 

so if you don't like what I am saying

don't comment!

 

stop by and leave your rating of one

like the passive-agressives do

 

and shut up!

 

I am here for my friends

and my friends are here for me

 

and to answer a couple of emails....

 

I am not a loser

I am not a failure

I have lived on four different continents

I have visited dozens of countries

I am not closed minded

 

STOP sending me these emails with your venom

I get enough of that from my two remaining siblings

link to this page
Bookmark this post:
Facebook
Twitter
Delicious
Buzz
More

Comments: 59

Vivian P. Jan 17, 2009, 2:18pm EST
HUGS I am here to visit friends like you
Fred R. Jan 17, 2009, 2:19pm EST
I cry myself to sleep

and I have vommited twice already today

I don't need people's crap
Fred R. Jan 17, 2009, 2:19pm EST
thanks Vivian
Vivian P. Jan 17, 2009, 2:19pm EST
There are no people who are better than any one else, There are just people who are different as we all are from each other.
Lori F. Jan 17, 2009, 2:20pm EST
Fred

block sender is your gather email friend...dont be afraid to use it.
Bridget ♥ Jan 17, 2009, 2:20pm EST
Block those people from sending emails to you!
Nora Davenport Jan 17, 2009, 2:21pm EST
Fred, I am sooo sorry that people are being so vicious and so hateful towards you....that is just terrible......it is so easy for people to criticize.......is there any way you can get the dispute settled with Paypal so that you can get it again? I just don't understand why people have to be so hateful and negative.....I figure if they can't say something nice, why not just be quiet?
I will keep you in my prayers that things will turn around for you this year.
Nora Davenport Jan 17, 2009, 2:22pm EST
YES.....definitely.......start blocking those nasty, nasty people so they can't hurt you any more.
Leah Christensen Jan 17, 2009, 2:23pm EST
A lot of people use Gather as an outlet, including myself!

Can't you get a new paypal account at a different bank, using a variation of your name?

I have two accounts. One in my name in Canada at a Canadian bank, one in the USA at an American bank.
Alex In Wonderland Jan 17, 2009, 2:26pm EST
I am not a big fan of Paypal.
If you can do what Leah has suggested then you could request the debit card that they offer and use that to buy whatever you need.
Robin"Buffy's Stunt Double" D. Jan 17, 2009, 2:27pm EST
I never understood why some people would take the effort to send negative messages to people. Block the losers.
Valerie Roars Jan 17, 2009, 2:28pm EST
10 for you :)
Desiree T. Jan 17, 2009, 2:29pm EST
Sorry Fred, why are people harassing you?
Cheryl W. Jan 17, 2009, 2:31pm EST
Fred...I'm sorry there are people giving you a hard time. I also hope that you feel better soon. That sucks that you can no longer get cash due to a paypal dispute. Glad you're still here though.
Wow, it is a shame how some people can be so cruel! I don't know what is happening to you Fred but I am sorry! People on here just have a opinion and they let it be known! We all joined this site for our own reasons and I just can't believe how people are so judgemental about how others are doing on here! Block them and please ignore them and don't let it get to you-you are better then that!!
Donna S. Jan 17, 2009, 2:33pm EST
wow
Ron (in complete sheeple overload) W. Jan 17, 2009, 2:34pm EST
I've just done a cursory Google for free medical care in Jacksonville, Fred, and there are many options listed. Just sayin'
Mary M. Jan 17, 2009, 2:38pm EST
Sorry you've experiencing this. I'll pray for your situation.
Steph-in-NE ..... Jan 17, 2009, 2:38pm EST
who is picking on MY friend I come a beat the crap out of them
you have me to bakc you up I love you for who you are,,,, what is your name again,, he he he
APE 131313 Jan 17, 2009, 2:39pm EST
Ignore those that upset you..................we all make ourselves vulnerable by sharing personal problems here. There are a few that use meanness and hate to attack but many more that can understand and support us thru difficult times.
Deal with the haters directly or just ignore them......... don't give them the exposure they seek by making public pronouncements that just feed their need for power.
Blessings!
Dena A. Jan 17, 2009, 2:46pm EST
I never understood why people would send harrassing emails to anyone any how .. why not just move on and ignore someone .. why take the time to send them a nasty email. I don't get it myself. Last year .. I was robbed just before christmas .. and I was pregnant. I put a post here about it to vent and I got all kinds of nasty emails from people telling me how stupid I was for having my purse on me and blah blah blah. I mean the emails were very mean and hurtful. I think if someone takes the time to send you hate mail then they are just telling you they have a low self esteem and what makes them feel better about their worthless self is to attack others .. pathetic if you ask me!

Fred .. block them ... thats about all you can do is block and ignore.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Jan 17, 2009, 2:47pm EST
hugs 2 ya hun!!
Kimberly Ripley Jan 17, 2009, 2:48pm EST
I'm sorry to hear that people are giving you a hard time about venting. That's not right.
Esther IS Flesh and Blood S. Jan 17, 2009, 2:55pm EST
Too bad that this is happening to you Fred. I certainly hope that you start feeling better soon. I would use the block option on those people who are harassing you. There is no reason for people doing that to you whatsoever. We're all supposed to be adults around here and people should act as such.

You should try another bank as Leah suggested with PayPal. They really are a pain but can be quite convenient as they happen to be in my particular case. They're like Fort Knox to get to so for me it's always like money in the bank...

Good luck to you!
Donna T. Jan 17, 2009, 3:06pm EST
Mean people suck!

God Bless ya, Fred.
flit . Jan 17, 2009, 3:13pm EST
block sender would ensure that you don't continue to get emails from the same people at least .... I highly recommend it
Michelle W. Jan 17, 2009, 3:13pm EST
It is so sad to hear that people are still being mean and petty. You would think that this day in age they could grow up a little. Hugs to you Fred. We still love ya!
Marilyn M. Jan 17, 2009, 3:18pm EST
I'm sorry people are being mean. You and I have probably had our disagreements now and then, but I think we've kept them civil. Haven't we? Did these same people attack you when you were (fairly) well? Or are they trying to kick a fellow when he's down? Not nice.
J F. Jan 17, 2009, 3:19pm EST
Block your email from those senders. Don't make yourself sick over it. You have more important things to concentrate on. Please read my comment about Pfizer and the Zoloft again. You can get it for free if you just go through the steps. You need to look out for yourself and get the meds so that you can feel better to concentrate on your situation.

If need be go to a local Clinic and get temporary help until you can get squared away if you don't have a doctor.

Good luck.
Christina Cooper Jan 17, 2009, 3:32pm EST
I don't know you, but I have a lot of people saying mean things to me in my emails on Gather as well. I hate it. When I post something, it is for specific interests, or just to have fun. People talk to me like I am stupid on here. I honestly cannot stand that! I feel for you. :)
Debbie R. Jan 17, 2009, 4:24pm EST
Fred, Start blocking the idiots who are sending you the hateful mail. No one should have to put up with that! HUGS to you today....you sound like you need them!
Carol B Jan 17, 2009, 4:28pm EST
What is wrong with people on here. If they don't like something you have said why can't they just move on and ignore it. Their is no reason for sending hate email. That is terrible. Can you report them to gather?
That's just not right. If you still have the e-mail, you should copy and paste it and send it to Gather management with a complaint. That's just not right. I'm sorry you're not feeling well right now, and sorry again that you have to deal with this type of fool.
Deloris Wright Jan 17, 2009, 5:08pm EST
Fred I wrote A comment yesterday telling you about my daughter. Plkease check in at a local clinic and see if there is help out there. As fore the stupid people who are upseting you. Just don't read their e-maiks or blook them . God will smile on you soon good luck
Deloris Wright Jan 17, 2009, 5:10pm EST
Fred Iam sorry for the typos. But I am trying to type with a cast on my hand .
Trish A. Jan 17, 2009, 6:09pm EST
Hang in there. It does seem like there should be a way for you to get the benefits of Gather.
Elizabeth B. Jan 17, 2009, 6:57pm EST
That suxx!! I agree, block those fools~
*LORA* M. Jan 17, 2009, 7:19pm EST
Fred
block block block. I hope things go better soon for you. Here is a hug :)
Donna S. Jan 17, 2009, 7:38pm EST
10...10..10!
Brenda (square peg in a round hole) H. Jan 17, 2009, 8:17pm EST
Sending a hug your way.
Kevin (''The SiteWizard'') V. Jan 17, 2009, 9:27pm EST
I'm sorry to hear that you're having such trouble Fred.

By the way, you can still access PayPal funds sent from Gather...even without a bank account or credit card (if that is an issue). Have you thought about setting up another PayPal account for Gather?
Lisa Frost Jan 18, 2009, 12:14am EST
Fred, my friend, you are not any of the things you listed. The only people that fall under those categories are the people who judge and have never been there. The ones who can't possibly understand because their lives have not been the same as yours. You are in my thoughts and prayers. If I offer suggestions, it is not to cause harm or self doubt, it is just hoping to find something you have not yet tried. HUGS and Blessings to you.
peggy g. Jan 18, 2009, 12:51am EST
sorry to hear about you bad luck hope things atar looking up
sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Jan 18, 2009, 1:11am EST
Let Kevin help you with the PayPal thing, I'm pretty sure he'll be happy to.

You're off your meds honey - don't read that crap.
Carol Lloyd Jan 18, 2009, 2:32am EST
neat shot.
Laura C. Jan 18, 2009, 3:08am EST
I use gather as an outlet too. I really hope things get easier for you soon. you're in my thoughts
Jean J. Jan 18, 2009, 5:52am EST
I think friends are people who are there to listen when things are good and when things are going bad without judging....just supporting. My heartfelt wishes for happier days Fred.
Dorothy H. Jan 18, 2009, 6:42am EST
Don't worry about people who leave mean comments. Sometimes I think they will one day understand, but for now, just ignore them.
Robin G. Jan 18, 2009, 8:36am EST
It always surprises me how people will go out of their way to be cruel. If someone is tired of you posts, they can easily bypass them. Constructive criticism is one thing, insults are not necessary. Good Luck Fred.
JOhn Jordan Jan 18, 2009, 9:11am EST
Don't worry about about the mean people around you, instead look at the brighter side and see the support of your friends..
Nancy Biri Jan 18, 2009, 9:38am EST
Your in my thoughts
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Jan 18, 2009, 11:17am EST
Mean people suck - you're in my prayers
Donna Besso Jan 18, 2009, 12:15pm EST
LOL about the siblings. Ignore the bastids that are causing you discontent. They WANT the attention, don't give it to them,
Janet Somewhere Up On The Mount Jan 18, 2009, 1:21pm EST
Fred at least we can pick our friends. We cannot pick our siblings.
I agree with the above.
Use the block button.
You don't need it.
MyHotComments.com
MyHotComments
Maurice K. Jan 18, 2009, 2:24pm EST
For what it's worth, I gave you a 10.

It's a very childish thing, these harassing e-mails that you are receiving. You know you're better than the people who are sending them, so ignore them and block the senders; it's your right and privilege.
lena k. Jan 18, 2009, 4:21pm EST
so sorry for you
Karen G. Jan 18, 2009, 8:00pm EST
Good LUck Fred
Mc Lovin - Loves to rate. Jan 31, 2009, 7:08pm EST
I don't even read my emails for this reason.

Join the Conversation
Chime in! Become a Gather member to comment.
Already a member? Sign in
top
 
Gather | Friends | Groups | Share
About Gather | Engagement Marketing | Make New Friends | Gather Points | Advertise on Gather | Gather Press | Privacy | Terms of Service | Community Guidelines
Books | Celebs | Entertainment | Family | Food | Health | Moms | Money | News | Politics | Spirituality | Sports | Travel | Writing
Version 16865, "Oz"; Copyright © 2009 Gather Inc. All rights reserved.