Puglet, though people will say, don't worry about what others say or do to you, that's almost impossible when you're a caring person. Everyone has issues and problems and because of those 2 things, we all don't say or do the right thing, or react in the right way. Please just stay as nice as you are, you're kind and caring, and never forget that. Always just consider the source and know it's not you. xo

Puglet, I'm sorry you are feeling down. You were trying to help, and meant well, and that is the important thing. We never really know what someone else is thinking or how they will react in certain situations. I think you are very nice and caring. And, every time I see your pic, it makes me smile :-)

yes to the smiles dachshund.. love Puglet's picture! xo Puglet.. !

Please feel assured that you offered your best intentions to empathize with another. Another may or cannot be accepting, but please know that you have volunteered to extend yourself to be kind. This my friend, will always do you well.

You had good intentions but sadly they were taken in the wrong way-please don't blame yourself for that nor should you give up trying to help people!
I have always asked my friends online that if I ever say something that upsets them or they don't understand-to talk to me about it..just don't stop talking because I won't know why and we won't have a chance to work it out.

Please don't be sad and worry about DS. You are a caring and wonderful person.

Not everyone on DS will get along. Some people have chronic grumpiness. In time you learn who is real and who to avoid.

We all have been down the same road. You are not alone in fear of banishment because someone gets a bee in their bonnet

So many times, people aren't what they seem to be. If they are being kind, they have a motive. It makes people suspicious - it's about what they've been through, not about the person who has empathy and is just wanting to help.

A while back, there was a very famous celebrity who gave a person out in public money, and then he hugged her, causing huge problems. I had never given anything to strangers in public, but I felt compelled to help someone near Christmas, a few years ago. When I reached out the window, the man grabbed my arm. I was terrified, and felt foolish for putting myself in that situation. I can't believe that they don't understand that nobody wants to be embraced or grabbed.

Sending you good thoughts. Have a good week-end.

Puglet, I love your avatar. Please don't let others get you so upset. There are not alot of people so caring and giving out there like you. There are all kinds of people on here. You keep being you... don't let others ugliness stop you from being who you are. You are a beautiful person. Try not to worry hon. I hope you cheer up. Many hugs.

Thank you Violetmist for expressing it so well.
/ Puglet you are special; going out on a limb for someone in need
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Thank you all---Iam feeling afraid to be friends for hurting anyone else. I will take all your words and advice and kindness to heart. Thanks again -- the sun will shine again :)