What Steemit means to me and has given me while I fight death

in #steem7 years ago (edited)

I joined Steemit after a friend told me about it. I joined to have an outlet for my anger, pain, self pity. Yes that's right those reasons....AT FIRST.......

You see dieing of cancer my way and in front of the most important person in the world ( @lynncoyle1 ) was driving me to complemplate taking my life early. To basically end it to give her peace. A chance to still live, a chance to discover love again. I realize that we are inseperable as many of you can see by our previous posts. My love for her is what keeps me going but this site has made it a journey worth fighting. Worth sharing and most of all I realize she now has many friends here.......

WE LOVE YOU

I discovered a place where judgement is allowed. Ones thoughts mean something and there is no judgement of those thoughts and\or vices. Most of all I discovered LOVE, yes love from many people right here on Steemit that I will forever cherish and most of all it has taught me to love again even while sick. I am not sure what all I am trying to say and I could mention names of some but truthfully you all know who you are.......I LOVE YOU ALL FOR WHATEVER TIME I HAVE LEFT

That I mean.....I believe Steemit should be the place that everyone can say the following

I discovered a community that cares , that listens, offers advice, hope and friendship and most of all acceptance.

I BLESS YOU WITH MY LOVE OF RAVENS

Thank you all forever......

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Hopefully you can stay alive at least a few more years.

I was struck with a thought after reading this post Brian; Your posts focus around dying. Now of course that would take up a lot of your focus I guess however one thing is for sure, you ‘ain’t dead yet bro!

The users on steemit hear about your good and bad days and both have interest however, and I speak for myself only here, I value your positive posts about the life you lead much more than the other. Youbwrote a post recently about a road trip you took in your SUV with that hottie wife of yours. Loved it cobber!

You’ve lead a fantastic life so far, have a beautiful, loving wife, two children and I am certain some amazing experiences. I reckon it’d be awesome to leave a little blockchain history of the Life of Brian. I reckon your followers would be interested and it would be an indelible mark in history to remind us that Brian Courteau was here!

We’re all going to check-out my brother, some early or late, some in tragedy others with respect and honour. The reaper collects us all, we are common and unremarkable in that way. What makes us unique though is how we live, how we treat others and what we do when no one is looking.

Monty Python made a movie about you which wasn’t too bad...Was called The Life of Brian. It was funny but I reckon the real story of your life would be way better.

Anyway, just my thoughts my man. Rock on @briancourteau

Thaks my friend. I will try and right again about the good stuff and honestly yes I have had a interesting life. I was militaru and in places few would go in my younger days. I will try and put out more positive blogs. Truthfully that is hard some days when the pain is bad. I write what I feel in the spur of the moment and how I am a burden to my hottie

I understand of course, you write what you feel and if you’re feeling unwell or in pain that comes out in your writing. I think we’re all like that. You’re a good bloke Brian, not wanting to be a burden on @lynncoyle1 but at the same time don’t be an idiot! I’m sure she doesn’t see you as a burden. Instead she is grateful for each moment you have and will cherish those memories. :)

Ok, so now I called you an idiot I have to compliment you to make up for it. Thanks for your military service bro. Respect.

wow....what else can i do but laugh........

bahahahaha I have no words @galenkp!!

@briancourteau, there's the smart ass I was telling you about :)

no shit sherlock.....I like him lol

hahaha you are both wee shites :)

This I know... :)

Thought you might ;)

You. Are. The. Best!!

We are so cute too :) Love you like crazy!!

Babylooo. you rock my world with your very presence....loving you is what makes this life worthy

awww <3 <3 <3 Right. back. atcha.

Hi Brian, So glad to hear that you have found such a great community here on Steemit. As always I am wishing you and Lynn nothing but the best. Take care my friend!

You are my friend here and i am forever grateful what you did for us. Feel free to reach out if you need help

I will definitely take you up on that as soon as you are back up on your feet. And you WILL be back up on your feet brother!

Hive vote!

I really admire your great courage in the face of such a challenge. May God bless you.

Thank you and May God bless you also my friend.

I am so happy you joined and that you have really been able to see how awesome you and Lynn really are! It is an inspiration to me, and I'm sure to many others as well!

Look at yall! Too cute! Steemit has definitely given me much more than any social media ever has. Theres something about it that allows you meet with some amazing people and dive into their life. Their hard times become your own, their good times become your own, you feel their pain, you feel their happiness, you feel their strength and weakness. Steemit has not only given me and outlet to read and write but also a new way to connect to some awesome individuals like yourself and Lynn! And for that Im forever grateful! Much love! :)

@smylie2005. You and the word yall make my day brighter when at times they seem to be as dark as night. I thank you for being our friend here and who knows one day you may make it too mexico to visit............

Ditto my friend! :)
Ive always wanted to visit Playa del Carmen... ;)

You have a good thing going . Some will never know or have the the great thing that you have . With great things rain has to fall . Bad things happen . In those times hold on tight because that's what matters . That's what men do . control what you can . Love what you can , and be damn to all the rest .

Awesome words as always my brother

It might take me awhile to get there . I'm working on it :) I got my water wings and rubber duckie rdy for the big splash 🏊

Ahhhhh! Ravens 🖤 Much Love to you Brian!! I am thrilled with how vibrant you look in this picture beside your beloved!! And, i agree --never have I ever been part of a community of relative strangers from across the globe but felt such a strong level of community!! It is an amazing blessing to allow the truth of what you're feeling inside be known, accepted and embraced. It's a good place to heal. A safe place to just be yourself. I embrace you beautiful Brian 🖤 Lots of Love & Comfort, Joy & Peace your way! Hugs 🖤🖤🖤

I am so glad my love has you all here to help when she will need it most

She's got you now ❤🌹❤ And, that's just perfect! Praying for miracles for you Brian 🙌

Both of your journeys have been such a inspiration to me and so many other steemians. Thank you for giving to this community and making us remember what is truly important and the possibilities steemit has to offer all of us!

Thank you my friend and for understanding my post. It truly is an amazing outlet