I don't pick up my phone messages for 2 -3 weeks at a time, and most people know that.

If I need a break from the forums, I usually just read and don't respond . . . or I stick to the easy topics. Usually it's not really a conscious choice, I just burn out and stop talking so much.

I've never been able to stay away completely (not reading or anything) unless I was on vacation or very sick. When that has happened, there's always been a few people that know (on the private forums I attend) that would say something here if someone asked.

I enjoy my breaks as much as I enjoy being on the forums.

Cherie