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In reply to the discussion: Though I have been a frequent poster here, I have only posted once in the past week and a half [View all]hamsterjill
(15,224 posts)76. Totally feel the same.
Its gotten worse than Ive ever seen it. Same people most of the time, many acting in concert it feels like. Maybe Im imagining it
I find I post less and pick and choose what I read. There are definitely some agendas being forced of late. Pity, too, because that does very little for unity.
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Though I have been a frequent poster here, I have only posted once in the past week and a half [View all]
Atticus
Sep 2021
OP
Things can get pretty intense at times. Sometimes it's good to take a break and clear your head.
Arkansas Granny
Sep 2021
#4
pLEASE...PLEASE...PLEASE COME BACK...(when you are ready)...yes, take a break, we all need that...
Stuart G
Sep 2021
#9
I have disagreed with some here. I also at times disagree many in my life.
BoomaofBandM
Sep 2021
#15
Be safe in your journeys, and when you do come back, we'll enjoy your companionship
SWBTATTReg
Sep 2021
#17
I think most of us who have been here the longest have taken extended breaks periodically...
hlthe2b
Sep 2021
#18
I've been here since 2005, and have always found value in your posts and comments Atticus.
bluesbassman
Sep 2021
#21
You are someone I always click on when I see your name. Take care of yourself,
NBachers
Sep 2021
#25
I always look to your posts for thoughtful and interesting conversation, Atticus.
Grasswire2
Sep 2021
#29
I don't blame you, and definitely understand where you're coming from. I have personnaly found
Crunchy Frog
Sep 2021
#31
Be careful you don't take DU and the anonymous thousands of us DUers too seriously ...
marble falls
Sep 2021
#43
I have always read and enjoyed your posts! Never noticed snarky comments... shame on them! One
Karadeniz
Sep 2021
#51
You are right: there is a nasty "edge," and some downright ugly threads w/ many contributors...
Hekate
Sep 2021
#52
Totally with ya, love ya, and look forward to your return. Stay well, rested and enjoy your days.
ancianita
Sep 2021
#55
I've never posted here that much. Mostly because it feels like you either need to pile on,
plimsoll
Sep 2021
#73
I think it is less nasty than say during the primary and OMG...2016 was a nightmare. I enjoy
Demsrule86
Sep 2021
#82
Hope to see you soon Atticus. We all need some down time. Love your last line.
Evolve Dammit
Sep 2021
#85
I would say "get your butt back in here right now", but I understand that somtimes we
niyad
Sep 2021
#89
Oops my earlier post somehow did go through. Atticus, all of us who have been around all this time-
hlthe2b
Sep 2021
#92
Well...I don't say 'who cares,' and I don't feel like you should leave. I like your posts,
PatrickforB
Sep 2021
#98
Every time I see a post with your moniker, I always take a peek. Thank you for sharing
alwaysinasnit
Sep 2021
#105
I had some discussions via DU mail with someone doing the same, for the same reason.
femmedem
Sep 2021
#106
I agree, I have been surprised that there seems to be a bubble dominating the site that is
ShazamIam
Sep 2021
#114