[Yorkiemom]

I have been on this forum and the old Brain Talk and have tried where I could to help people, be supportive and share any ideas that I was either aware of, or that had helped others I know. I have appreciated the friendships, suggestions and support I have received in return here. For that, I am most grateful. That the well being of this forum is being reduced to the level it seems to be becoming, is a real disappointment to me.

I plan to take a long break from this site. Those of you who know me, have my email address and I would welcome hearing from you. For those who don't know me well, Moderator Curious has my outside email address. If I can help you, or just be a sounding board, please do not hesitate to write.

Meanwhile, for those from our old site, you may do well to remember that even our beloved Billye (Silverlady) was once at a point of despair. I hope this posting will not anger or hurt her, as she has enough on her plate. She has seen several unresponsive doctors in my area and has had a terrible, terrible time getting help. She is finally getting the help she needs, but look how long it has taken and what it took to get it-intervention by a member of this forum to get her into the Mayo Clinic. She is one of the most gracious and kind people I know, and I know she would be sensitive to anyone going through similar circumstances.

My wish on leaving this forum, is that those of you who are suffering will find a path to make your pain at least tolerable and give you a new lease on life. For some here, I hope that you might bring yourselves to a place where you are more tolerant of those who are frustrated and suffering... It is a lonely, overwhelming road and the only people who really understand are those on a similar walk in life...

Good luck to all of you. You will not be far from my thoughts...

Cathie

[Wiix]

Hello and Good-bye.

[LizaJane]

Cathie---I've not been reading thoroughly on the site, there's been so much to attend to with my personal health and my friend with the stroke, so I don't know what you mean that the forum has declined.

What is the problem you are having with it? Is it something that can be addressed? You've been a faithful and loyal helper here for a long time, and I'd hate to see you go. Will you share? I feel I've come in the middle of something and don't have the backstory.

[Aussie99]

What has this forum come to? Must have missed something too?

[mrsD]

check your email, Cathie.

I understand needing a break now and then ( I certainly take them myself),
but a permanent leave? So please check your private email!

[Chemar]

Originally Posted by Yorkiemom

That the well being of this forum is being reduced to the level it seems to be becoming, is a real disappointment to me.
Cathie

Yorkiemom,
I am sad to read your post and puzzled by the statement I have quoted.

If something is happening on this forum that has you feeling this way, we need to know about it so that we can take steps to correct it. If you dont feel comfortable posting your concerns, please do PM me.

Taking a break is sometimes very necessary, but if you are being driven away by things that are not right then we do need to know.

whatever your decisions are, please know we wish you only the best

Cheri

[Curious]

hi sweety.

take a break. things will turn around. take care of yourself. and yeppers...i got you email addy.

i want everyone to remember there is an ignore button. it can be better to not even "see" certain members posts. doesn't mean that you can't un-ignore them later.

just like family, support is given in many ways. some the softer type..others tough love.

what everyone needs to remember, is that when you post, you are open to everyone replying. you may not like or agree with that they post. take some or all of the advice...or none at all. you don't have to reply if you don't agree.

[shiney sue]

You are our kind ,sweet, gentle and so funny. Please if you need
a break take it but come back. It broke my heart to see your post
last night,but i for one will miss so much. You just may be tired,but
maybe you can think it through just a little more.What i'm trying to say
is Gosh DARN!!! Sue

[Wiix]

May I ask? What is "BrainTalk"??

[moose53]

((((((Cathie)))))),



I don't know what's up, either

I do hope you reconsider and just take a break. Everyone needs a break once in awhile.

BIG HUGS (and love).

Barb