Friday, August 9, 2013

Five Minute Friday: Lonely

I pride myself on my ability to make friends. I always say I wish I could get paid for it. I love the rush I get at making a connection with people. A smile, a nod, an affirming word to the girl in the dressing room trying on a dress for her fiance's 10 year reunion. Speaking as an Extrovert, it does come second nature. But what some people wouldn't expect is the moments of loneliness I have.

I don't like to talk about it. It's scary. It's something that I'm legit ashamed of. I shouldn't feel lonely. I have a wonderful family, beautiful/talented friends who support me and a boyfriend who would pull the stars from the heavens for me if I asked.

The loneliness isn't just solitude. It's deeper than that. It's pain...sorrow. Explainable emotions that I stuff down lower because I'm supposed to be outgoing and smiling all the time. I don't get it, but I'll get through it somehow.

Being lonely in a full room is the worst. I hate that the most. Surrounded by a ton of faces and just being...lonely.

Did Jesus ever feel like this, I wonder?


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  1. SabrinaAugust 9, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Hi Starleisha! Just passing through from the FMF linkup.

    I so get that awkward feeling of being lonely in a room full of people! It is possible. I hope you're able to overcome your pain & sorrow and have less moments of loneliness.

    Funny that you wonder if Jesus ever felt like you did? I touched on that in my post today.

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    1. Starleisha G.August 9, 2013 at 2:50 PM

      Thanks for stopping by! I went over to your post, and I absolutely love it. It's when we accept the loneliness that we'll be able to grow through it. What a great reminder. Thank you.

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  2. Sandy kimmelAugust 9, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    I love your question. It begs the answer, He must have. You think..I also can be considered friendly and outgoing. My husband teases me about making friends in the restroom...but I really am not...lol. It's more something I have grown into, as Called. Be blessed. Be glad, we are always in His presence.

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  3. UnknownAugust 9, 2013 at 7:02 PM


    Hi Staleisha
    Just read Psalm 22 and you would see how incredibly lonely Jesus felt on the cross!
    Luv XX
    Mia




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