This is a truly amazing board

[Kkain22152]

I just felt a need to tell all of you what you mean to me. Sounds kind of corny but I can't help but notice that people can come here completely anonomously and bare their souls with all kinds of heart wrenching problems and the responses they get are phenomenal.

I have a great husband, sisters and brothers, in laws, neighborhood friends but the advice that I read here seems to be honest and heart felt. Perhaps it's the fact that it is anonomous that makes us all so open with our opinions.

Again, thanks for this board and the great posts that try to instill insight into some problems to which there might not be answers. But to know that there are people out there in cyberspace who care gives me a warm fuzzy feeling.

Happy New Year.

[Snoodles74]

Originally Posted by Kkain22152

I just felt a need to tell all of you what you mean to me. Sounds kind of corny but I can't help but notice that people can come here completely anonomously and bare their souls with all kinds of heart wrenching problems and the responses they get are phenomenal.

I have a great husband, sisters and brothers, in laws, neighborhood friends but the advice that I read here seems to be honest and heart felt. Perhaps it's the fact that it is anonomous that makes us all so open with our opinions.

Again, thanks for this board and the great posts that try to instill insight into some problems to which there might not be answers. But to know that there are people out there in cyberspace who care gives me a warm fuzzy feeling.

Happy New Year.

THANKS!! I don't post much but that was very sweet!! I think we all deserve a pat on the back every now and again

Happy New Year to you too!!!!

[joyx3]

Ahhh, you're so sweet! Hope you have a very Happy New Year!

It's great to have this board back!!!

[gammiesue]

Very nicely said and I totally agree. Thanks for sharing.....

Happy New Year!

[grannyshirl]

I agree that this is a great site, a great board and a GREAT group of people.



OOPS,EDITING TO ADD A MISSING WORD!

[DawnieDawnie]

How sweet!!

This is a great board

[ClassyGirl]

Awww, that is really sweet of you to say. It has been over a year since I have been here, but I am so glad to know that it is still a great place.

[flipper113]

It is great, but I can't GET AWAY!!


I have tons of things I should be doing, but me and my cup of tea are addicted to you guys! This is better than having a coffee shop, I don't have to put makeup on to go!

PS I am dressed though.

[deecourt]

I don't say much. I usually don't know what to say. But, I really love 'sitting at the table' drinking coffee and listening to you talk. It gives me a feeling of 'belongingness' that I don't have. I have to agree This is a truly amazing board
Happy New Year.
Dee

[Xhausted1]

Mee too! I feel the same way!


Good Times, Good Friends, Great Blessings!

Count me in!
X

[jlferick]

I think this is a great site too! What I really love about it is that anyone can come on here and post anything, and even though people give their honest opinions, nobody ever attacks anyone else. It's so different from a lot of other sites because everyone is so positive here.

[jeanief]

ITA!!! People here, especially at this "Cafe" are nurturing without being preachy or judgemental. I honestly feel that the members here are very honest and open while still letting you know we all matter.

[nanci39]

[PamPrima]

I've been on this board forever, and I come and go depending on how busy life is, but it still always feels like coming HOME! Thanks guys!

[Kkain22152]

Originally Posted by deecourt

I don't say much. I usually don't know what to say. But, I really love 'sitting at the table' drinking coffee and listening to you talk. It gives me a feeling of 'belongingness' that I don't have. I have to agree This is a truly amazing board
Happy New Year.
Dee

When this was the "Family Board" I used to lurk a LOT and rarely post. I never felt like I had anything to say, either. Back then there was a lot of - how do I put it? - strongly opinionated people posting. I made the mistake of looking for a little compassion during a very stressful time in my family's life - one of my then 18yo twin sons got arrested for DUI - and I was literally bashed for even having the audacity to post on that board.

This board, I feel is different. We've dealt with marriage problems, SIL problems, cross dressers, my 25yo nephews untimely death, and even whether kids still believe in Santa. And noone, so far, has been judgemental or mean.

So, jump right in with whatever you have to say to whatever post gets your attention. I like to think of us all as sitting here drinking our coffee, or whatever beverage you might choose! !, chatting away and being there for each other.

[flipper113]

Originally Posted by Kkain22152

When this was the "Family Board" I used to lurk a LOT and rarely post. I never felt like I had anything to say, either. Back then there was a lot of - how do I put it? - strongly opinionated people posting. I made the mistake of looking for a little compassion during a very stressful time in my family's life - one of my then 18yo twin sons got arrested for DUI - and I was literally bashed for even having the audacity to post on that board.

This board, I feel is different. We've dealt with marriage problems, SIL problems, cross dressers, my 25yo nephews untimely death, and even whether kids still believe in Santa. And noone, so far, has been judgemental or mean.

So, jump right in with whatever you have to say to whatever post gets your attention. I like to think of us all as sitting here drinking our coffee, or whatever beverage you might choose! !, chatting away and being there for each other.

I remember those days too, I was afraid to post! There were some really nice and helpful people, but there were a few who I even blocked, I was afraid to read what they had to say. This is a lot different, I'm really glad.

[KATHRN]

I agree with all of the previous posts----I believe that this board is serving the purpose that it should. Women helping other women. Sometimes-----( a lot of the time) I think we feel like there is no one to talk to about personal problems----like our husbands (at least mine---he doesn't ever want to listen to me) so it is nice to know that there are people out there that care---and take the time to post encouraging words. THANKS

[threegirlsthenaboy]

It is neat isn't it. You guys are my reward for getting things done around the house! I accomplish whatever it was that needed doing, get my diet coke and sit down for a chat! See if there is anything I HAVE to have on sale on the internet, see what's up at Target, see what everyone is having for dinner and check in here. I LOVE it!

I agree 100% that this is a much more pleasant atmosphere than the old family board...I used that mostly for entertainment, like a soap opera...didn't put my .02 in often...and if I did, I was afraid to check back for responses because they were never pleasant!

[CScout]

I agree that this board is awesome and you guys are totally helping me through a very stressful time. There are things which I cannot talk to my friends or family about, but I can come here and post here without being judged. Here's to being anonymous and being able to talk.

[Sherryef]

I agree, I enjoy the honesty and the friendly people I have met here. I only wish to meet some in person while i am out shopping! lol

[Cici]

I feel like a Mama Duck watching her babies walk for the first time! I am SO proud!!!

I KNOW it sounds silly, but I just KNEW If we could bring this type of board back, with the rules we have in place, and Suz as my right hand woman, that we would succeed and NOT have any drama like last time. I begged and begged for admin to believe me, and I AM SO HAPPY we haven't let them down!

We have been open for over a month, and I am proud to say that we have had not had ONE post that was a "problem" Let's keep it this way in 2007!! Pour that coffee, and let's chat!!

[oraf7]

AMEN !!!! This board is awesome!!!!! My family isn't so happy because I am a complete addict LOL but it's my place to come and shate the Happy and the Aggravating times.

[CocoaDiva43]

This is a very nice board,I enjoy my visit here Happy New year!!!!!!

[refundsrus]

I agree. When my father died 3 years ago the people on this board were a huge part in helping me move on. I have a special place in my heart for these boards.

[deecourt]

Originally Posted by Kkain22152

When this was the "Family Board" I used to lurk a LOT and rarely post. I never felt like I had anything to say, either. Back then there was a lot of - how do I put it? - strongly opinionated people posting. I made the mistake of looking for a little compassion during a very stressful time in my family's life - one of my then 18yo twin sons got arrested for DUI - and I was literally bashed for even having the audacity to post on that board.

This board, I feel is different. We've dealt with marriage problems, SIL problems, cross dressers, my 25yo nephews untimely death, and even whether kids still believe in Santa. And noone, so far, has been judgemental or mean.

So, jump right in with whatever you have to say to whatever post gets your attention. I like to think of us all as sitting here drinking our coffee, or whatever beverage you might choose! !, chatting away and being there for each other.

Thank you. You have made me feel part of the family.
I hope everyone's, hopes,dreams, and expectations of the New Year are fulfulled, and that No One will be lonely.
Dee

[TylerandMommy]

Originally Posted by flipper113

I remember those days too, I was afraid to post! There were some really nice and helpful people, but there were a few who I even blocked, I was afraid to read what they had to say. This is a lot different, I'm really glad.

I just wanted to add my gratitude. I recently left a board that has no boundary rules etc. and I never felt safe there with good reason. I love that this is a safe environment with no one being allowed to put people down, etc. I don't get here as often as I'd like, but I am back and intend to stay.

[BrendaRawson]

I agree, this is a great site, a great board and a GREAT group of friends!

[njfl]

I wanted to bump this so people could see what the Cafe was when it first started.

[momrajum]

Very interesting. Thank you. There are a lot of familiar names that you never see here anymore.

Thanks again...

[allinaugust]

Originally Posted by momrajum

Very interesting. Thank you. There are a lot of familiar names that you never see here anymore.

Thanks again...

Yes, and sadly BrendaRawson recently passed away

I agree with the OP, even tho it was a few years back..... the "honesty" is likely due to the anonymity. Many times, your family and friends will tell you what you want to hear, which may not necessarily be what you NEED to hear.

[Kkain22152]

WOW........ I'd forgotten all about that post. I'm back to mostly lurking because of some of the ridiculous fights that go on around here. I just don't want to get sucking into the drama.

Sometimes being anonymous is NOT a good thing. People feel they can say whatever they want with no repercussions. But as I tell my daycare kids - once you say something mean to someone, saying you're sorry doesn't take those words out of the receivers head.

Maybe we can all just relax a little and ignore what we don't like here and bring this board back to the way it used to be.

[Penny]

Most of the times it is a great board! Every once in awhile we get a few discussions like the "names" discussions and it gets a bit out of control. Some of us have been here so long that we are like family and sometimes we get into arguements just like regular families do. We also get past it and move on just like families do. It still is a great board!

[momrajum]

That is exactly how I feel. There are a few who enjoy the drama. I get involved occassionally when I just cannot (ok I could but choose not to) keep my mouth shut. But yes, typically we move on like adults. Taking the good and bad in each others personalities. I enjoy most of it. Even a good healthy debate once in a while! Thanks for the comment Penny.