Lonelygirl15

[A_Gray_Phantom]

Daniel,

Many of us have observed Bree's reactions and videos with a certain level of astonishment and a slightly elevated suspension of disbelief. Though surrounded by disaster and danger, Bree does indeed distinguish an indifferent attitude. Why does she do this, though? How can anyone take this so light-heartedly?

She is suffering inside.

Bree is hurting. She is hurting far more than she shows it. These last few videos of her's have been a means to relieve the stress of these strenuous circumstances. Seeing as she is almost always seizing her stuffed animals, this presents evidence to reinforce my thesis.

I recognize this means of coping, since I do it too. A lot of people often depend on me for support. By smiling, telling jokes, and being the general pleasant person I am, people appreciate my presence more. Sometimes, when I smile, I start to feel happy, too. By making others happy around, I become happy, also.

So, yes, Bree is feeling sad. It has been hinted in the vids that, off camera, Bree is crying. When she is done crying, she indulges herself in fantasy.

I've heard it said before that, while girls may be more mature intellectually, they cease said development emotionally .



Daniel - I'm sorry things haven't turned out the way you wanted them to, but try to understand that women don't tend to be very rational. Thus far you have proven to be the perfect parent, keeping it cool and level-headed in this happenstance. Don't forget, though, while you have sacrificed so much, Bree has lost a great deal, too. She's probably lost more than you.

Which makes what you have to do next even harder. Bree will continue this cycle of denial and fantasy so long as she clutches at stuffed curios. If you want to MAKE her see the truth, you will have to do something rather rash - get rid of P. Monkey and Co.

Without that "clutch" to support her, Bree will be forced to "walk on her own."

She will hate you for a while, but believe me, it will help her more in the end.
_________________
I have fought so hard
Driven so far...
Will there be a heart left to spare?
I cling with such resistance,
But in your existence
I've discovered your word is so true!

[sparrow]

Oh god, Daniel, don't get rid of the stuffed animals. If you do that she might completely snap.

I would love to see a video with you having a little chat with Purple Monkey, Thor, and Owen, asking them if they could step back for a little bit and let Bree have some more time with you. Since Bree's coping mechanism seems to be humor, maybe playing along a little and posting a video having a heart to heart with her other friends might get through to her.

Remember, they're "kind of real" to her. It might feel a little ridiculous, but maybe treating them like they're real, but need to back off some, will get through to her and keep her from getting so defensive.