tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post4022390901923310107..comments2024-03-10T08:15:49.271+00:00Comments on This is what I did.: Have Pride in who you areDarraghhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07043841842862846070noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-17384731637536298122009-10-07T23:09:52.787+01:002009-10-07T23:09:52.787+01:00WOW this is a brilliant post. Why oh Why do so ma...WOW this is a brilliant post. Why oh Why do so many ppl suffer this as children. I know exactly what it was like. I am nearly in tears reading it.<br /><br />From my own memories of being Labeled different, a label i was tagged with and persecuted with in School and beaten up with. It is amazing how all these years latter it can still hurt.<br /><br />Thanks for sharingJonathanhttp://www.twitter.com/jonathanwpurvisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-16276699330462963722009-09-26T12:39:18.535+01:002009-09-26T12:39:18.535+01:00great post. cool stories.great post. cool stories.nadyanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-65271460371854519532008-08-20T08:46:00.000+01:002008-08-20T08:46:00.000+01:00Hey Doyler,Well, what can I say? A bit of a painf...Hey Doyler,<BR/><BR/>Well, what can I say? A bit of a painful read. I read every word you wrote and in my mind I could hear all thoes fools from home - and do you know something,they are still at it to this day - but they have new targets now.<BR/><BR/>It's amazing how things change when you leave home and start a life of your own! Unlike the poor sad unfortunates who never left the town (most of them thinking they'll fall off the edge of the world if they pass the town limits!!) the likes of you and me and others like us, soldier on! We have realised that the experiences from our childhoods made us stronger.<BR/><BR/>Blog on Doyler! Oh, and absolutely loved the Pics! Classics!!<BR/><BR/>JohnAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-39407229935975081712008-08-07T00:50:00.000+01:002008-08-07T00:50:00.000+01:00Thank you for pressing the publish button on this ...Thank you for pressing the publish button on this post. I'm really glad I browsed through your blog, if only because this post was sooo worth reading. <BR/><BR/>Your description of your youth resonates with my memory of my brother's experiences growing up. <BR/><BR/>He was bullied for being gay in school. He's not gay. <BR/><BR/>I was never bullied for being gay in school. I am gay. <BR/><BR/>It's not only queer youth that homophobia and gender stereotyping hurts. You know that first hand and shared it. Fabulous. <BR/><BR/>I hope that some day my brother can get to the place on his journey where you are on yours. Now that would be truly fabulous.craftyrainbowheadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08884204996737261295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-21909128735624316262008-07-18T16:49:00.000+01:002008-07-18T16:49:00.000+01:00I'm sort of stalking your blog this afternoon. The...I'm sort of stalking your blog this afternoon. There's so much good stuff here.<BR/><BR/>What a touching and engaging post. You're a wonderful writer. Your mum sounds like a star, allowing you to be the boy you had to be. My most dear aim for my children, is that they know they're accepted and loved as they are and are supported in their endeavors. <BR/><BR/>The idea of reassuring the younger self is something I often consider. I was a bit of an awkward creature as a child too.Sharon McDaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13550156204691696968noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-10433886985418518092008-07-02T12:43:00.000+01:002008-07-02T12:43:00.000+01:00Great post, thanks for sharing.Great post, thanks for sharing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-24623101109897753962008-07-02T00:16:00.000+01:002008-07-02T00:16:00.000+01:00Darragh that is brilliant. I'm always late to the ...Darragh that is brilliant. I'm always late to the party in reading blogs and sometimes I wonder why I bother as I think so often it's meaningless noise. Well you just justified my time spent so I thank you for that. <BR/>I'm going to write a blog post in honour of it I think as it's inspiring and emotional.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-70339712634366699362008-06-26T11:06:00.000+01:002008-06-26T11:06:00.000+01:00"That's the second insult I remember being hurled ..."That's the second insult I remember being hurled at me when I was growing up."<BR/><BR/>Dare I ask what the first was?Darrenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16738337397318550770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-85267369724935311312008-06-23T20:42:00.000+01:002008-06-23T20:42:00.000+01:00it involves me beating the sh!t outta the bully.my...it involves me beating the sh!t outta the bully.<BR/>my equivalent of your mensa was a hitachi B&W television inexplicably tuned into the sh!tbucket that is ITV.Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10261762141073371095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-16088750466316817582008-06-23T17:01:00.000+01:002008-06-23T17:01:00.000+01:00@grannymar - I don't really know how to respond to...@grannymar - I don't really know how to respond to that GM. Not properly without just saying Thank you, it's appreciated. Like Steph, Debs, Marian and others your constant support and encouragement surprises, delights and humbles me as I randomly bounce words together hoping they will help someone. I had fun with you in Belfast - we must do it again soon!<BR/><BR/>@Mary - thanks Mary and much reciprocated and appreciated, as always! xx<BR/><BR/>@coastal aussie - ah my dear, another commenter who I love to hear from. Thank you for the message, your support and encouragement are (as GM says) the Ready Brek for me to continue!Darraghhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07043841842862846070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-44591226835289618772008-06-23T16:57:00.000+01:002008-06-23T16:57:00.000+01:00@stella - thank you my dear. I appreciate that. We...@stella - thank you my dear. I appreciate that. We all have a way to go on this journey, stories to share and all that so being there for one another is always important. I'm glad to have friends like you to help me along the way.<BR/><BR/>@Steph - Steph, you are always so positive and supportive and I thank you for that. Sincerely, because it's things like that that help. Photo shoot post long but live :)<BR/><BR/>@connector - cheers Conor!Darraghhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07043841842862846070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-24379421624769699372008-06-23T16:51:00.000+01:002008-06-23T16:51:00.000+01:00@deborah - thank you my dear, and equally ditto. Y...@deborah - thank you my dear, and equally ditto. Your can-do attitude, your honesty and above all your warm, friendly attitude permeates your blog and are a great indication for the success of your business.<BR/><BR/>As for your question, well simply it's an ongoing process. Not by any means an exact science but comments like all these are a help!<BR/><BR/>The awe is mutual :)Darraghhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07043841842862846070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-37151802620679804842008-06-23T16:49:00.000+01:002008-06-23T16:49:00.000+01:00@peterdonegan - a chara, go raibh míle maith agat....@peterdonegan - a chara, go raibh míle maith agat. Táim cinnte go bhfuil do chroí i do focail agus mar sin de, tá do imchaint araon spéisiúil agus measúil.<BR/><BR/>Being unique is something to be treasured. The world is full of cheap imitations so any opportunity to step out of the norm is always to be appreciated. Look who is laughing now - the name callers or you with your gardening business and name as an expert out there.<BR/><BR/>Thanks once again sir. :)<BR/><BR/>@emordino - thanks for the comment. Don't know if I'd describe it as fun but at least I have something to bore people about :)<BR/><BR/>@b - thanks for the comment. I'm 29. I know I look a lot older but in my day there were no such things as digital cameras, polaroids were major technology and mobile phones up there with the Jetsons. You young whippersnappers dont know how good you have it!!<BR/><BR/>At a mensa meet up a 7 year old sits and listens to conversations and learns things to look up. Chess was always a great thing as well :)<BR/><BR/>Couldn't find your post on bullying?<BR/><BR/>---Darraghhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07043841842862846070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-86037507900633682062008-06-23T16:24:00.000+01:002008-06-23T16:24:00.000+01:00Folks, I'm overwhelmed and deeply honoured by the ...Folks, I'm overwhelmed and deeply honoured by the fact you read, you shared and you commented. Thank you all.<BR/><BR/>@debbiemet - thank you, mnmy dear. Much appreciated.<BR/><BR/>@red mum - my mother is amazing alright :) Darren and I share both that empathy and a desire to help others, which makes our friendship an extremely positive one. Thanks for the compliments and for your original post - very inspiring indeed.<BR/><BR/>Belfast is a wonderful town! :)<BR/><BR/>@john james - thanks for visiting and for the comment, Sir. You're welcome for my sharing, I just hope it makes someone think a different way. Spencer was interesting.<BR/><BR/>@markvader - thanks for the comment sir, appreciated. There'll be other opportunities to meet, never fear!<BR/><BR/>@roosta - thanks! Appreciated :)<BR/><BR/>@conall - thanks for commenting and for reading. I'm chuffed that this post helped you add to the conversation.<BR/><BR/><BR/>--I'll reply to the other comments in a seperate comment --Darraghhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07043841842862846070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-54527731619485285012008-06-23T14:43:00.000+01:002008-06-23T14:43:00.000+01:00Good post. Started out like a Zürich advert though...Good post. Started out like a Zürich advert though.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-57678476335315536312008-06-23T13:12:00.000+01:002008-06-23T13:12:00.000+01:00I admire your courage to write such a post. I usu...I admire your courage to write such a post. I usually write some kind of witty response to people's blogs and posts, but in this instance I just have to applaud.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-77743438829211410592008-06-23T12:27:00.001+01:002008-06-23T12:27:00.001+01:00Beautifully written post Darragh, I'd find it diff...Beautifully written post Darragh, I'd find it difficult to write about something so close to home. I don't know how difficult you found this yourself, but well done.<BR/>Having met you for only the second time at Barcamp Belfast I feel like I've known you much longer. You have a great gift for making folk feel welcome, you're an excellent listener (I've noticed) and an inspirational, prolific blogger.<BR/><BR/>I'm also a huge fan of Hugh McLeod's gapingvoid blog - he talks a lot about the 'Social Object', it's interesting stuff to be sure.<BR/>So you've worked out 'who' you are but I think I've workout out 'what' you are...<BR/><BR/>Darragh Doyle IS a Social Object!<BR/><BR/>In the nicest possible sense ;-)<BR/><BR/>And there ye go, a possible T-Shirt slogan right there.<BR/><BR/>As Hugh would say, Rock On.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-18908307590670815872008-06-23T12:27:00.000+01:002008-06-23T12:27:00.000+01:00Well written post; with such great message for us...Well written post; with such great message for us all. Well done to you, for writing and posting it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-3148335304637346892008-06-23T09:59:00.000+01:002008-06-23T09:59:00.000+01:00Darragh.What a fantastic post, you have turned out...Darragh.<BR/><BR/>What a fantastic post, you have turned out to be a fantastic person, one who tries to help others as much as he can, be it by volunteering or just by being there when someone needs you.<BR/>I am glad to have you as a friend. xxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-88586250191924183052008-06-22T12:48:00.000+01:002008-06-22T12:48:00.000+01:00Another post from the heart! You know I read it y...Another post from the heart! You know I read it yesterday before heading to Barcamp (we talked about it) but did not have the time to comment. When you speak from your heart it always touches others.<BR/><BR/>You travelled through the dark tunnel of life and come to daylight a much stronger person for it. As Debs said 'You are a beacon of light in our little virtual community, constantly engaging, reaching out to people. INSPIRING people.'<BR/><BR/>Yesterday was your first time to speak at BarCamp and I hope it won't be the last. You have so much to offer, talents still latent and directions untapped. You not only reach out to people you reach right into their core, their heart; yesterday was proof! We were not confronted with a heads down audience; they were all willing and comfortable with interacting with you. They want to continue the conversation, I know you will too.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the hugs and I will wear my badge with PRIDE!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-78652764769245131522008-06-21T22:51:00.000+01:002008-06-21T22:51:00.000+01:00well done darragh, great post & great photos !!all...well done darragh, great post & great photos !!<BR/><BR/>all the best<BR/>conorAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-1688971542389749192008-06-21T21:59:00.000+01:002008-06-21T21:59:00.000+01:00DarraghHaving watched in total admiration as you p...Darragh<BR/><BR/>Having watched in total admiration as you performed online (livestream) at BarCamp Belfast today, I can only add...<BR/><BR/>you have every reason to be proud!<BR/><BR/>You and Grannymar make a great team! :D<BR/><BR/>btw would love to hear more about last night's photo shoot. It was a beautiful balmy evening in town, not like tonight!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-71853123708346416092008-06-21T19:24:00.000+01:002008-06-21T19:24:00.000+01:00"Over 10 years after leaving home, as I sit typing..."Over 10 years after leaving home, as I sit typing this, I can't help wanting to give that kid a hug". I want to give that kid a hug too and give you, as the amazing adult you have become, a great big hug also. You have overcome so much in your life and even though I call you a friend I realise I don't know that much about you. Congratulations Darragh for becoming such an incredible person. Keep up the good work with the blog also and in enjoying life to the full!Stelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16886873692388653086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-48692781665656268822008-06-21T16:38:00.000+01:002008-06-21T16:38:00.000+01:00What a wonderful post Darragh. I could have writt...What a wonderful post Darragh. I could have written a lot of it myself and I think maybe we're siblings, because we obviously have the same mother! :) <BR/><BR/>It seems like you are making up for lost time. You are a beacon of light in our little virtual community, constantly engaging, reaching out to people. INSPIRING people.<BR/><BR/>I guess I have to ask a question. How did you come around to finally accepting yourself? Was there a lightbulb moment or was it a long process?<BR/><BR/>I am in awe of you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2315268653485894157.post-89782518345230905412008-06-21T15:51:00.000+01:002008-06-21T15:51:00.000+01:00Great article, those photos look extremely old... ...Great article, those photos look extremely old... what age are you?<BR/><BR/>So what does a 7 year old do at a mensa meet-up? Give older members mental breakdowns by beating them at chess?<BR/><BR/>Can't help but feel my idea of a post on bullying may've been inappropriate though.Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10261762141073371095noreply@blogger.com