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I am not too sure exactly where I want or should post this, as it is rather personal, but directed at every single member/poster in our Spectator family. So, first let me say, I am in a rather reflective and maudlin mood, so forgive me if you think I am being silly or overly ...anything.
It is just that sometimes I get overwhelmed at the sense of family here, of the accomplishments of so many of it's members, of how they pitch it with their expertise when a question is raised, suggestions when a member needs help, a shoulder & a big hug when someone has a personal problem, the outpouring of support when a poster is in dire need, all in all, how so many just pitch in to try and help. And especially, the humor. Oh, my, the fun, the quips, the sassy remarks, the cartoons one sees in the mind, the recipes that are shared, the jokes, the friendships. We worry when a constant poster is absent, we welcome with open arms the lurkers and long time readers who finally join in the chats.
Just this year, Jade & Fraggle gave birth to babies most loved and welcomed, Lil0 realized a life long dream and finally moved into her very own home, designed by her, and built with much of her own sweat & tears. André graduated, some of us got new jobs, some lost theirs, some had to move into different areas, some had to make drastic lifestyle changes. We have prayed for each other, for each other's family members and friends, and for each other.
When I began doing the Day Ahead, it was so well received, and I know it was because so many came, having missed the Early Edition, where I used to "work". And when I lost the feed in September (not knowing that the feed had gone digital) we lost quite a number of that forum's viewers. But when push came to shove for a way to get it back.....so many of you pitched in. I just was so surprised and greatful, and tho it took some doing, we eventually, with all your help, got back on track. And in that interim, others pitched in to provide summaries....DJM (Donna), KathyLu(Kathy) and Norma.......who provided me with a video clip so I could post the show for the U.S. today early in the a.m.
And let's just mention The Writers' Bench, which had some participation at times, but not real story telling.....that is until kpatch & André began telling their wonderful tales. And this has encouraged other posters to try their hand at some story telling, adding more enjoyment for the rest of us. I love it, and am so thankful for the imagination and creativity our posters have, and not just in that forum.
I knew I would get wayyy too wordy, and yet not say all I wanted to say. So let me just say this. Today is Father's Day, and so many of you are spending the day with, or at least calling yours. Mine is gone, so is my husband's, but one does have a chance to perhaps recall memories, conversations, etc. And to be thankful for the time we had or continue to have with our fathers, or those who have been like a father to us. And while that is not the case here, I was reflecting on family...how greatful I truly am for all of you here, how appreciative I am for the friends I have made, how pleased it makes me to know how some of you have connected together and become great friends, (even if cyber) because of this board. And of course, I have to give thanks for Wayne.....without his knowledge and expertise, with his pushing me and then having the knowhow.....we all would not be here.
But truly, this post is for every single one of you, every single one. YOU have made this site what it is, YOU have come here, liked what you saw, jumped in, joined the party. We agree, we disagree, we tease, joke around, praise, complain, rant, and drool. We share, commiserate, get mad at each other at times, but never hold a grudge. Sounds like family, right? LOL.........Just thank you, thank you all. I truly appreciate every single one of you. Did I say that already. Who cares? I do. :wink:
It is just that sometimes I get overwhelmed at the sense of family here, of the accomplishments of so many of it's members, of how they pitch it with their expertise when a question is raised, suggestions when a member needs help, a shoulder & a big hug when someone has a personal problem, the outpouring of support when a poster is in dire need, all in all, how so many just pitch in to try and help. And especially, the humor. Oh, my, the fun, the quips, the sassy remarks, the cartoons one sees in the mind, the recipes that are shared, the jokes, the friendships. We worry when a constant poster is absent, we welcome with open arms the lurkers and long time readers who finally join in the chats.
Just this year, Jade & Fraggle gave birth to babies most loved and welcomed, Lil0 realized a life long dream and finally moved into her very own home, designed by her, and built with much of her own sweat & tears. André graduated, some of us got new jobs, some lost theirs, some had to move into different areas, some had to make drastic lifestyle changes. We have prayed for each other, for each other's family members and friends, and for each other.
When I began doing the Day Ahead, it was so well received, and I know it was because so many came, having missed the Early Edition, where I used to "work". And when I lost the feed in September (not knowing that the feed had gone digital) we lost quite a number of that forum's viewers. But when push came to shove for a way to get it back.....so many of you pitched in. I just was so surprised and greatful, and tho it took some doing, we eventually, with all your help, got back on track. And in that interim, others pitched in to provide summaries....DJM (Donna), KathyLu(Kathy) and Norma.......who provided me with a video clip so I could post the show for the U.S. today early in the a.m.
And let's just mention The Writers' Bench, which had some participation at times, but not real story telling.....that is until kpatch & André began telling their wonderful tales. And this has encouraged other posters to try their hand at some story telling, adding more enjoyment for the rest of us. I love it, and am so thankful for the imagination and creativity our posters have, and not just in that forum.
I knew I would get wayyy too wordy, and yet not say all I wanted to say. So let me just say this. Today is Father's Day, and so many of you are spending the day with, or at least calling yours. Mine is gone, so is my husband's, but one does have a chance to perhaps recall memories, conversations, etc. And to be thankful for the time we had or continue to have with our fathers, or those who have been like a father to us. And while that is not the case here, I was reflecting on family...how greatful I truly am for all of you here, how appreciative I am for the friends I have made, how pleased it makes me to know how some of you have connected together and become great friends, (even if cyber) because of this board. And of course, I have to give thanks for Wayne.....without his knowledge and expertise, with his pushing me and then having the knowhow.....we all would not be here.
But truly, this post is for every single one of you, every single one. YOU have made this site what it is, YOU have come here, liked what you saw, jumped in, joined the party. We agree, we disagree, we tease, joke around, praise, complain, rant, and drool. We share, commiserate, get mad at each other at times, but never hold a grudge. Sounds like family, right? LOL.........Just thank you, thank you all. I truly appreciate every single one of you. Did I say that already. Who cares? I do. :wink:
