Posted by ace on December 28, 2007, at 7:59:45
In reply to Re: A Suicide in an Online Peer Support Group, posted by shar on December 17, 2003, at 0:17:11
> Well, I'm one of the more consistently suicidal posters here, and haven't made too many bones about being ready to go.
If you feel this way I would certainly hope you have a close social network, in addition to web sites, in which you can speak of your feelings, troubles etc.
I don't want to offend or appear callous about her suicide at all, but I guess when Sar was gone, I could relate to the 'up side' of it. That she was out of pain and free at last:
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> "For Sar, I believe she is undoubtedly in a place of peace and out of the terrible pain of living. I will remember her warmly as part of the family here."
I understand what you are saying, and I respect that you have a right to your view, however, I feel their is a certain divinity in endurance. If we can retain our lifes for those who toiled for and before us...
> There were also people who did personal things, like becoming vegetarian that bespoke their caring for her.
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> And, quite a few existential discussions about where we go. I'm planning on doggie heaven, myself.The evidence for either side- that of death being the limit of life, or of us experiencing something after biological death, is very weak. Therefore, we simply don't know if a person is in peace after their suicide.
Ace
> Granted, I only saw the headers, but those stood out for me.
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> Can you provide a link to the memorial page?
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> Shar
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