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I think Tiel is on to something.
perhaps a talk with your father is called for.
posted by
Trevor_Cunnington
on December 12, 2005 at 3:19 AM
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Christy, I am so sorry about this incident. I can totally relate.
posted by
Amanda__
on December 9, 2005 at 5:47 PM
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lovelylmonk
Well, there goes Freud's theory of Pschoanalysus. Remembering a most unhappy and frightening event from your childhood is supposed to FREE you of your fear. But yes, it's really your father you're afraid of transferred to the tree. It's very sad that he still has the power to rob you of the pleasure of Christmas trees. Now that you have been reminded, will you talk to your father about it? I say "talk", rather than "confront", because confronting might cause even deeper pain. Maybe "talk" will at least clear your heart some on your reaction to Christmas trees.
posted by
Tiel
on December 9, 2005 at 12:49 PM
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Your feelings are very understandable.
posted by
babe_rocks
on December 9, 2005 at 12:40 PM
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lovelyladymonk
It's strange the associations we make with certain things, the triggers our minds use, isn't it? You know it has more to do with your dad than a tree, but that doesn't change the reaction. It's fascinating in a way, quite mysterious.
posted by
Talion
on December 9, 2005 at 12:13 PM
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