Comments on: Sad news and a call for help

By: Curvygirl

Curvygirl — Tue, 26 May 2009 15:22:56 +0000

Dear Rebecca

My best friend hanged herself and Hallie’s language was not triggering. For me, it’s imagery – movies, pictures, acting. But it’s worth mentioning, as it’s been 4 years since it happened so I’m not as badly affected as I used to be.

Much love to you and all the survivors here xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

By: archidothiki

archidothiki — Tue, 26 May 2009 04:23:58 +0000

paypal isn’t working for me for some reason, but heidi’s getting a good chunk of the money i got for completing my undergrad.

words are failing me, so hopefully e-hugs will suffice

By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Mon, 25 May 2009 21:54:50 +0000

Dear Hallie,

I lost my dad to suicide in April 2008. Don’t say “hang in there”. It’s potentially triggering to someone who lost someone to hanging. My dad drowned himself. It’s triggering for me to hear “I’m drowning in X”. Think about the language first.

This goes for everyone.

Yours,
Survivor.

By: Tobermory

Tobermory — Mon, 25 May 2009 19:30:56 +0000

I can donate on Friday. My heart goes out to you, Heidi. You bring so much to us.

By: Curvygirl

Curvygirl — Mon, 25 May 2009 14:03:10 +0000

I just read your blog. ((((((Heidi))))))

By: Curvygirl

Curvygirl — Mon, 25 May 2009 13:51:42 +0000

Heidi
I can’t imagine how bad you are feeling right now. I lost a dear friend to suicide a few years ago, please believe me there is light at the tunnel. Lots of tears too, but I guess you know that.
Lots of love and hugs to you and your family xxxxxx

By: sandysoles

sandysoles — Mon, 25 May 2009 13:45:07 +0000

I am new to blogging and new to WordPress. When I checked in today I read about Heidi’s father, and then I read her blog about WLS. Heidi, when we think it can’t get any worse, sometimes it does, but I hear a strength in you that has been awakened by your difficulties. Believe that in your pain, there is a strengthening of the spirit, and be the example of life God seems to have chosen you to be. Prayers and Hugs.

By: Shira

Shira — Mon, 25 May 2009 13:41:23 +0000

I got a link to that post on my LJ friendspage, and was absolutely horrified by what Heidi and her mum are going through. I’ve donated what I could, and will make a card and send it. What an indescribably shit situation. Thank you for posting this, Kate.

By: Linz

Linz — Mon, 25 May 2009 03:22:39 +0000

My heart goes out to Heidi and her mother (along with the $20 that was all I could spare at the moment). I can’t even imagine.

By: Meowser

Meowser — Sun, 24 May 2009 22:56:05 +0000

(((Heidi)))

I’ll see if I can send something.