Drawn to the Drama

We definitely have something in common there! I grew up with a younger sister who created and craved drama because she was a middle child, so I think she felt she didn't get enough attention. It drove me crazy for the longest time! I felt bad for her husband-to-be because she got married two months ago. I was really starting to the think the drama would follow her, but she's actually started to grow out of that attention-craved phase, which I'm glad to see! I have to agree with you, though. Those who create the drama aren't people I choose to hang around for very long. I'm glad you are like me and avoid it when possible! Thanks for sharing your experiences. I appreciate your response, and it's really nice getting to know a little about you. Enjoy your day, my friend!

Garden Gerty, you're exactly right. My sister's husband is a couple years older than her, and while men may not always mature as quickly as woman, he's very mature and a great, consistent person for her to be around all the time. All of us other siblings were quite pleased that she married such a great guy given her prior (crazy!) decisions that I won't go into right now lol. I think he's going to rub off on her way more than the other way around. The most important thing is that the two of them are really happy, and they get along great. I'm very happy for them.

@JJ: I am so sorry I did not get back to you sooner, but thank you for the best response on this discussion. I greatly appreciate it! Happy MyLotting!

Hi there! I completely agree with you about the news. I don't normally watch news either. Definitely too negative and depressing for me! I mean, honestly, I think there are some good things going on out there, so why can't they report on good things too? I think the last time I watched the news was on a Sunday morning, and it was actually very cheerful and everyone was happy. It was kind of funny because I think they all had cups of coffee in front of them. So not only was it early in the morning, but they'd all had their share of caffeine for the day, so life was good (lol)! I wonder how morning news would compare to afternoon vs. evening news...hmmm...oh well. I think you're definitely onto something here, though. I never really thought about it that way, but gossip is a very good way to spread drama. It's a great thing not to want to have anything to do with that. Spreading rumors hardly ever ends up well. Think about it, no one spreads rumors about how nice someone looks on a particular day, do they? Whispering and talking behind people's backs was not invented to pass along compliments! Hahaha...I know that sounds really silly, but there's great truth to what you said, and I'm grateful for your input on this discussion. Take care, my friend!

Yeh, our own news channel with all the fun, good things that are happening all around. We'd probably have 1 viewer, HAHAHA! People love all the blood and guts, and seeing all the horrific events going on around the world. I say "ugh" to that. I don't think its a good idea going to bed with all that in your head, would be quite the downer for me. BUT, going to bed with happy thoughts sounds like a much better idea. I really try to watch the fun shows at night, stuff that I really enjoy, even if its old tv programs. They're still funny to me and put a smile on my face...much better than a scowl. That brings on wrinkles, LOL!

I also wanted to add that I completely agree with you that there should be a news channel that isn't allowed to be negative or spread depressing news stories! It should only air positive thoughts, stories, and events. What an uplifting channel that would be, don't you think? Maybe we should start our own!

GardenGerty, "relieved" is definitely a good word to describe the drama in my life. Most drama I experience isn't first hand either, thank goodness! I don't know that drama is a necessity or something that has to happen, but if it does, I'd rather it be someone else than me. I deal ok with it if it is in my life - I eliminate it quickly! However, for those around me who experience it, depending on the situation, I try to help them through it. I wish for them the same I'd want in my own life - peace. I think ultimately, that's what we all want. But then there's that sinister side of us that wants the "dirt," something to entertain us, something to gossip about. Like you said, it's human nature. We can't really get away from it completely.

My younger sister is the same way and always has been. I'm convinced it's a middle child thing because she always had to have a ton of attention when she was younger. I really felt bad for her husband-to-be, but now that they've been married a couple months, I can tell she's grown up a bit! The day she got married, all of us siblings (there are six of us - one boy, five girls) smiled and laughed because she was her hubby's problem now; not ours! I think marriage and the responsibility that came with it has certainly been good for her. She has a husband who, when he's home from work (she stays at home and doesn't work, for now) gives her all the attention she craved when she was younger lol. I'm glad to see her finally start growing out of her tendencies toward getting reactions and being dramatic, although I think a part of her will always be like that. I'm glad you can relate to the dramatic sister thing! Although, in our case, all of us other siblings didn't come up with such a catchy name for her as you did! Too funny!!

I agree, and I think that's why the reality TV shows (although I'm sure many if not all are staged in some ways) are so popular nowadays. Viewers want to watch real-life drama that isn't theirs. Some people have so much drama in their lives that they don't want to deal with it anymore so they borrow drama and trouble from others. I don't think that's a very good idea either. I have certain family members who are "drama magnets." They always have to have the last word, they can't stand not to have attention all on them, and the list goes on. I also know people who can't deal with their own quiet, non-eventful lives, so they try to live their lives through someone else. My best example of that would be parents who might've messed up when they were younger, so they try to live a better life through their kids, which only ends up making the parents controlling and the kids miserable. Life sure can be interesting, don't you think? Thanks for your response!

If only people would stop and take a look at all they have to be thankful for, I think they would learn to stop the drama and negativity. That's something I can't stand to deal with. I don't like to be around negative people because I know that drags me down. I can tell you're an optimist just by how you responded. Keep up the good work! Thanks for your response!!

Wow, well said. You definitely have a great way of putting things. Thanks for responding!