I still come here, but for different reasons. My circumstances have changed, and I no longer have the time to write like I used to. I still read...but I have so little time to write. So little energy at the end of the day. I miss it. I miss you. Those of you who have followed me in the past. Interacted with me.
I keep telling myself I need to re-engage...but between work and dinner and laundry and the demands of my garden...time is a scarce resource. I posted often when I was unemployed, because I had time on my hands and things to say. I no longer have time on my hands.
This place was a refuge for me for many years. A place to come to and get the news. Hear the debate. At times it was must read...at other times it was so redundant and mob based that I could hardly stand it. At the end of the day, however, this place gave me a gift that I never expected.
Comraderie. Adversity. Argument. Concurment. Aha moments...and you are full of shit moments. Laughter. Head slapping.
I have never asked for anything from this community in all the time I have been a part of it...but I am going to do so now.
I have met a lady here that writes about very different things than I used to, but does so equally eloquently. I love her.
So my request of y'all is just to wish me luck, and send me your strength...your best wishes. Your encouragement.
I will always appreciate this place, even though I don't often contribute any longer.