We all have felt at one time or another, out of the loop. We all have had issues or posts that have gone ignored. Each of us here have. Did it hurt? Of course it did. I have received many e-mails regarding this issue. And afer we all talk about it..we realize, yes, this is a wonderful place for support, inspiration and encouragement. BUT the internet will never ever ever replace the support we need in our real lives. We all have made many friends, and we all have supported eachother. This is no place like no other. But maybe some of us (myself included) try to replace outside support with the support group here. Maybe that didn't come out right..but I hope some understood.
BA..I will say it again, I am sad to hear that you felt the way you did. And maybe am missing something. But I really didn't see, nor see now how you weren't being supported or encouraged. No, they didn't send out the dogs for you when you went MIA. You have gone MIA for a week here or there, for vacation or work or being ill..and then you pop back in for awhile and then leave for a bit again. Maybe we all just assumed you were okay. Whatever the reason was..doesn't matter. Honestly, I just don't see how you felt you weren't being supported. We all could name a post or thread that we didn't feel "got enough attention". But that's how life is. When something needs "special attention"..no one here hesitates to start their own thread, instead of sticking it in the dailies, only to be overlooked or lost. Maybe you should have done that. You know you have been a huge part of this group, ever since you came here in February. You know that everyone appreciates all the time you have dedicated to them and the site. You know that we all care. So...when you felt the way you did, you should have spoken up. No one tried to make you feel bad with these posts, but I have to admit, I agree.
You are not a terrible person because you tested out you're "theory" on us, as if we were a bunch a strangers and not you're friends. I just feel, in my OPINION...you went about it wrong.
Let's not let this turn into some huge saga. You felt hurt, you tested out you're theory and whatever that was, looks like you proved yourself right, or at least you think you did. I just don't think you're looking at this clearly. Perhaps, something is going on? You have had alot of stress in you're life for awhile now.
On behalf of the group, we would all be sad to see you go. We would also be sad if you're not receiving the support you need or want. Wishing you the best..
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