tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post2528519378724815552..comments2023-09-17T15:44:55.446-04:00Comments on My Wandering Mind: The Tears of a ClownJohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-42154261183187838262012-03-29T21:42:56.016-04:002012-03-29T21:42:56.016-04:00Yes I agree a real dressed up clown often does so ...Yes I agree a real dressed up clown often does so just for the cheer he/she could spread. I was speaking more of the everyday kind of clown, one who just jokes and laughs and really isn't happy inside at all.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-40188733412492928342012-03-07T14:00:57.690-05:002012-03-07T14:00:57.690-05:00This is not always the truth. My husband played a ...This is not always the truth. My husband played a Clown. He dressed up as one, and at the theater he managed he wore it at a variety of holidays. He wore it only to make the children laugh. He wore it to make the sick kids who attended feel better about themselves. He wore it for Christmas and collected donations from his patrons for gifts for the poor who had no money to buy christmas presents. He started our Toys for Tots at the Movie theater.<br /><br />My husband dressed up as a clown just to make others feel happy and for no other reason and I miss him dearly.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03368309179097888963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-20689672212618542782012-02-24T01:55:02.337-05:002012-02-24T01:55:02.337-05:00It is a choice each day for some to act happy or g...It is a choice each day for some to act happy or give in to the sadness. Clowns choose HAPPY! Thanks Darlene. And keep smiling sweetly!Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-18950877735521843172012-02-24T00:38:42.224-05:002012-02-24T00:38:42.224-05:00I'm the happy clown. No sadness being hid beh...I'm the happy clown. No sadness being hid behind a clown face here. Of course, I've had my heart broken a few times in my life, but I'm not one to hang onto hurt. I let it go like a balloon on a windy day... I am sad for people who cannot turn loose of their hurt. I always say that everybody has a decision to make every morning. They can choose to be happy or they can choose to be miserable. I always choose happy...Darlene ~Bloggity Blogger~https://www.blogger.com/profile/08202901408911879517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-9758483134793419412012-02-22T22:56:19.983-05:002012-02-22T22:56:19.983-05:00I told you that you did NOT have to come back here...I told you that you did NOT have to come back here. The sad clown upset you and I didn't want that! So a special huge and gigantic thank you for tweeting and for stopping by AGAIN. I won't show any more clowns.<br /><br />♥Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-47496778162217257752012-02-22T19:34:00.418-05:002012-02-22T19:34:00.418-05:00I made it back Jo. Thank you for linking up with M...I made it back Jo. Thank you for linking up with Monday Marketing. I tweeted your page. Have a good evening!Kenya G. Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901164070843042029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-19510349169119896612012-02-21T20:28:12.552-05:002012-02-21T20:28:12.552-05:00There are some things that are just too personal t...There are some things that are just too personal to share and some things that are just painful to discuss. I don't see anything wrong with living that way, I just hope others will remember to reach out and love the clowns for more than the laughter. ♥Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-63022866652200902822012-02-21T20:26:35.173-05:002012-02-21T20:26:35.173-05:00I believe a lot of people are wired to internalize...I believe a lot of people are wired to internalize their pain and doubts and disappointments. I always hope that people will just remember that not all 'clowns' are really that happy.<br />:)Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-29906106739411981442012-02-21T20:24:07.583-05:002012-02-21T20:24:07.583-05:00I hope it helps people to understand that what you...I hope it helps people to understand that what you see isn't always what is real, which means a kind word and a warm smile is always welcome.<br />Thank you Kathy. ♥Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-8985278450910702262012-02-21T20:22:46.901-05:002012-02-21T20:22:46.901-05:00Not pointing at you on purpose, but if you see you...Not pointing at you on purpose, but if you see yourself, maybe you could just open up a bit. Sharing your loneliness and hurt with your daughter would be a good start.<br /><br />:)Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-26449608009155055952012-02-21T20:21:34.053-05:002012-02-21T20:21:34.053-05:00Thank you Jenn. I'm glad you enjoyed it. ♥Thank you Jenn. I'm glad you enjoyed it. ♥Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-37997021342776120212012-02-21T17:24:10.283-05:002012-02-21T17:24:10.283-05:00I strongly suspect this is coming from personal ex...I strongly suspect this is coming from personal experience, so from one clown to another let me say, well done. Sometimes it is just easier to wear that facade than it is to try to explain to anyone else just how we feel or what we are dealing with. Sometimes I think I've gotten way too good at it. Great post.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-77164703932502365542012-02-21T16:30:47.970-05:002012-02-21T16:30:47.970-05:00There is a wonderful song by Billy Joel, Strangers...There is a wonderful song by Billy Joel, Strangers or Face of a Stranger. It's about the faces we where depending how we feel or who we are with.. I do believe we all do this. While I don't walk around with a smile on my face all the time, I do shoulder my inside thoughts, hurts, and whatever within. It's the way I am wired. Wonderful job, Jo. And thanks as always for coming by and sharing your thoughts with me. Much appreciated.brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05480258485472568272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-73777967030403451602012-02-21T14:43:18.476-05:002012-02-21T14:43:18.476-05:00Sometimes people feel that they will be more accep...Sometimes people feel that they will be more accepted if they present a happy front. Sometimes they don't want the world to know how unhappy they truly are, preferring to muddle along on their own. This was a very poignant post. It really hit the nail on the head and makes me really think. Wonderful job on the topic Jo!!<br /><br />Kathy<br />http://gigglingtruckerswife.blogspot.com/Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11564863484894692249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-67905074997528375552012-02-21T13:04:17.692-05:002012-02-21T13:04:17.692-05:00Wow! I loved this and somehow I felt you pointed a...Wow! I loved this and somehow I felt you pointed at me - sometimes. Most of the time I let it out, but mostly in the privacy of my home, OR in one of my articles. Writing is my best source of 'Letting it all Hang Out'..<br /><br />but then, not sure if the right person even reads what I write..;)<br /><br />Great work on this one, as usual so am not really surprised.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03368309179097888963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-9498602392246114882012-02-21T09:07:17.226-05:002012-02-21T09:07:17.226-05:00I don't easily hide the hurt or the pain--I...I don't easily hide the hurt or the pain--I'm one of those gals that wears her heart out on her sleeve, exposed for all to witness and see. For me, it keeps me in check--keeps things real and yes, I've been deeply hurt more than once. Some hurts feel like they will never heal--but my hearts out there to remind me that I can't hide--I must face it--deal with it and learn to accept, even that which I do not want to accept at times. I loved your take on tears of a clown! Wonderful write :) JennJennhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07559573562599754752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-77590147993351327922012-02-21T01:15:34.851-05:002012-02-21T01:15:34.851-05:00I'm sorry I made you sad. It's not true of...I'm sorry I made you sad. It's not true of all happy people or of all clowns, just some. Since we don't know what's going on inside, we just need to be tender and caring, always. Can't go wrong doing that.<br /><br />♥Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-25159951932040441852012-02-21T01:00:29.492-05:002012-02-21T01:00:29.492-05:00ah, that's sad. i have always thought clowns w...ah, that's sad. i have always thought clowns were happy souls, sharing with the world their happiness. sad to think they are grieving inside while making others laugh. my heart has sunk.<br /><br />good write, jo.danneromerohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09268830006681589842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-47911980448302313742012-02-20T23:09:00.894-05:002012-02-20T23:09:00.894-05:00Thank you Angela. I agree that often we write fict...Thank you Angela. I agree that often we write fiction from our inner selves and if writing about pain in any form makes it manageable, then so much the better. I often do this, as well.<br /><br />♥Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-42106641700314772862012-02-20T23:03:10.070-05:002012-02-20T23:03:10.070-05:00People react differently to pain, emotional or phy...People react differently to pain, emotional or physical. Some are clowns who hide their tears and some are just clowns who really never get it even when it causes them pain. Some tell everyone who will listen, and even those who won't. My response is usually silence. I have to get it all straight in my own head before I can talk to others about it. Sometimes I get it fairly straight, but decide not to talk about it anyway. I've always found it easier to write than to talk, also, so sometimes those things find their ways into blogs or poetry or fiction. Good piece, Jo. Made me think.angelaparsonmyershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00444590717139156975noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-1136758098926294522012-02-20T22:09:47.936-05:002012-02-20T22:09:47.936-05:00Thank you Trac...I enjoyed writing it and I do kno...Thank you Trac...I enjoyed writing it and I do know how this works. I know several people who fit this post to a tee. Pretending sometimes makes it work. Sometimes, not.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-79358605075344288282012-02-20T22:08:32.159-05:002012-02-20T22:08:32.159-05:00That's wonderful. And you are the great one. ...That's wonderful. And you are the great one. ♥Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-13888187257176875732012-02-20T22:00:23.532-05:002012-02-20T22:00:23.532-05:00Very insightful and from experience, my own and so...Very insightful and from experience, my own and some people I know, also very true. Thank you so much for writing this. You hit the nail right on the head.Tracie Deehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13513547638630450579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-2675675451786143402012-02-20T21:56:09.093-05:002012-02-20T21:56:09.093-05:00As I was commenting, my mind started going in poet...As I was commenting, my mind started going in poetry mode. But I am not the great one! HAHA<br />Yes, I definitely know some of those, I've tried it myself even but I am more the bottle it up and deal with it alone type...or I used to be until I met some amazing people that refused to let me do that. They broke darn near every bottle and poured me some fun-filled ones.Dances With Vodkahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17826849421762801692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8032376069218624542.post-55863703482373659062012-02-20T20:44:53.192-05:002012-02-20T20:44:53.192-05:00I think you are one of the most well rounded peopl...I think you are one of the most well rounded people I know. I love that about you and I love that what I see is what I get.<br />I am not real good at sharing the pain, but I must deal with it. I can't walk around with it eating me up. I think I tend to deal with my hurts more privately and introspectively, but they must be dealt with for certain.<br /><br />Thank you. ♥Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18285427147723972295noreply@blogger.com