(Heaven's BBS)

[stonebird]

Posted: July 24th
From: Dali

Have you ever been in love before? Was it returned?

Do you think some are meant to be alone?

(These are the thoughts she entertains when her temple is quiet and her fires burn low.)

You need not get into specifics if it is uncomfortable for you.

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Anon text

[rev13_3]

Some deserve to be alone. Some are alone who do not deserve to be.

From: Dali

[stonebird]

Who decides such matters? Can we not govern ourselves and think clearly?

From: Epona

[lovemguns]

I've had plenty of romances over the years but not really love, I think. But when you're constantly on the road, it's not really practical anyway.

I don't think anyone is meant to be alone, but it might be too complicated to be with someone, sometimes.

[ When you're an outlaw, you don't want to drag the people you love into your shit. Though he's not going to say that just like that. ]

From: Dali

[stonebird]

No, I can see how that would be difficult.

You had some choice in whether you had companionship or not, at least. I was not given such freedom.

(Arranged marriages are not a pleasant topic for her.)

From: Raphael

[put_a_ring_on_it]

Yes, although our respective duties kept us separated for a very long time. I was never able to work up the courage to ask how he felt about me in our letters, and we were reunited only very briefly before I arrived here in this place.

From: Dali

[stonebird]

I'm sorry. That doesn't seem fair. (But at least she has someone, she thinks.) He could follow you here. I would keep vigilant.

From: Leo

[brynwieldr]

I don't think anyone is "meant" to be anything. Some people may deserve one thing or another, but saying "meant" implies there's a method to the world's madness.

From: Dali

[stonebird]

I believe in the gods. There are far more than I thought, but coming here has restored my faith in them. There is a path for each of us and thus there is a method. It might be a cruel one, but it exists nonetheless.

From: Izumo

[toremainbehind]

While I've never been in love before, it's a bit far-fetched to think that some people are mean to be alone. Then again, people might argue that being alone is better than being with others.

From: Dali

[stonebird]

I cannot help but agree with them. I have seen marriages that are happy and fulfilling, but mine never were.

txt; huitzilpochtli

[koshien]

[ latent shinki related feelings we're ignoring aside... ]

i've been on the other side: people have loved me, but i've definitely never loved any of them back.
too busy! lol
i think people can be alone if they want to be, i guess, but no one's *meant* to be. where's the fun in that?

From: Dali

[stonebird]

Being busy is no excuse. Did you not consider that by brushing their feelings aside, you were likely hurting them deeply?

It is not about fun.

text; Baron Samedi

[diehardreaper]

Have. Still am. And it was! Bit of fair fortune, really.

Serendipity, I believe it's called.

text; Dali

[stonebird]

Congratulations. I would say that is serendipitous. You have found and held onto something which many cannot find.

anon text;

[xladyofhitsuzen]

We are only as alone as we choose to be. There are those who actively seek someone to be with and others who choose to let the cards fall where they may, if you will.

The red string of fate may tie more than just two souls together. It is inevitable we meet those we do, both good and bad. Some are bound by that red string. Others we only meet at a passing glance.

text; Dali

[stonebird]

I do not know how you can choose for someone to love you? I would like to find someone to spend my life with; to love and trust for the years to come, but I do not choose who is drawn to me.

What is the red string of fate?

From: Chinatsu

[redmare]

I don't remember if I've ever been in loved or vice versa...but it'd be sad if some people are really meant to be alone. That doesn't sound fair.

From: Dali

[stonebird]

Life isn't fair. It never has been and it never will be. All we can do is make it easier for each other.

From: Takumi

[tacomeme]

In literal love? No, I don't think so. But apparently a different version of me married and had a child. So I guess it's possible someday.

And I don't think anyone is 'meant' to be alone, no. But being alone isn't always a bad thing either?

From: Dali

[stonebird]

A different version? I wish I had such comfort, though it would be strange to know another version of me existed.

No, I suppose not, though I do not wish to live all my days that way.

Anon Text

[deniles]

Plenty of people deserve to be alone. That's why they are alone.

People who think they're better than others or impose their own justice on a world deserve to die alone.

And soon.

Anon Text

[smilingbullet]

So, people like you?

anon text

[redotiertwo]

[Davesprite's had more reason than most to think about this question today, and while he's astute enough to get rid of his font colour for anonymous purposes, he doesn't bother writing properly as he usually does when he goes anon.]

yes and yes or so i hear
i dont know so much about meant to be alone because that implies some shit about destiny
but i think there are people who probably deserve to be
or at least will never be able to conduct a functioning romantic relationship

Text: Dali

[stonebird]

Do you consider yourself one of those people?

from: urashima

[minogame]

hmmm (´−｀) ﾝｰ
I dont think there would be a lot of people in the world if people were meant to be alone.
There's so many people, there should be someone for everyone, right? (´･_･`)

From: Dali

[stonebird]

I hope you are right. That is a comforting realization. (She will ignore that rape and bastards happen frequently in her world. This responder sounds young.)

July 26th - text

[chickshades]

yes no and it seems like it sometimes

July 26th - text

[stonebird]

I'm sorry.

For what it is worth, I have more hope that we are meant to be with someone. I just haven't found them and it sounds like neither have you?

From: anon

[fadingsunshine]

Yeah, I'm in love right now. It's returned, and I'm still pretty surprised about it! I still can't believe my luck.

I think... some people do end up alone for several reasons. I wish it wasn't the case, though. Being lonely is so sad. Everyone should have someone who loves them, and by that I don't mean necessarily being in a couple. Friends, family, animals... just some company and affection! That's what makes life precious.

[Even if half of the population of The Far Shore are dead, Kaya included, but anyway.]

From: Dali

[stonebird]

I am happy for you. (She does like hearing about happy stories - even if a part of her thinks them silly and unrealistic.) What are those reasons?

I had a loving family once; only my brother is left and he is not here. I have made friends and they are what keep me strong as a goddess. But I am of an age where I want more. I want to marry and perhaps have children of my own.

[handle]

I don't think anyone is meant to be alone.

[stonebird]

I hope not. I pray even the gravest of mistakes can be forgiven.

from: Izanagi

[socials]

I think there are people that choose to be alone, and that's their decision. Whatever will make them happy.
Whether some are meant to be alone...
I spent a lot of my childhood lonely. I wouldn't really wish it on another person, generally, though there are some that have done terrible things that I wouldn't want around others.

[ The first question... well, he's not answering it, just in case. ]

From: Dali

[stonebird]

I cannot come to any conclusive decision whether I want to be alone and independent or in love with someone worthy of my trust and loyalty. I have been alone for years. Even when I was surrounded by people, I was alone. Monsters took my family from me and each betrothal and marriage only served to break my heart.

Private, not anon

[tadanokusuriuri]

Does this matter trouble you, my lady?

Private, not anon

[stonebird]

Yes. I know what I wanted a few years ago and sometimes I think I haven't changed.

Hachiman

[koukai_kirai]

Once. I was lucky enough to have it returned.

I don't know about "meant to be alone." I think some people might be just as well off or better that way, though. And there are other loves than the sort that 'in love' implies. Not being happily in love doesn't mean being lonely, necessarily.

Dali

[stonebird]

What if most of those who you did not love romantically - but loved them all the same - were taken from you? Family can come from friendship, but wouldn't you fear them being taken from you too? The stronger the bond, the more reassuring it feels, I suppose.