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In reply to the discussion: Goodbye DU [View all]question everything
(47,470 posts)21. One does not have to read every single post
One does not have to reply to every response. Once one has made a point, just move away. No need to participate in a "pissing contest."
And, yes, taking some time off is always a good idea.
And the Lounge is always a nice respite especially if one goes gaga over cute pets.
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Come back after a few months. These cycles don't last-- at least beyond the primaries.
hlthe2b
Jan 2020
#4
I just treat that like whining from my 18 month old granddaughter when she wants her bottle
DFW
Jan 2020
#71
I walked on the eggshells too heavily and have been blotted out and warned several times
Baclava
Jan 2020
#40
"I assume he/she used the public "contact" function at the bottom of the screen."
Disaffected
Jan 2020
#69