Warm Fuzzies

I know I've posted a similar thread before, but I can't help it; I just have to again. I'm just so grateful for this site.  It is such a kind, caring, warm fuzzy place to be. 

 

I recently visted another "forum" which has to do with another aspect of my life.  I was absolutely appalled at the way people spoke to and treated each other.  I left the site almost in tears over the hatefulness that was being spewed over everyone (this was supposed to be a support site).  Needless to say, I won't be going back.

 

I know that the creator of this site is to thank for the rules and codes of behavior that were set up at the beginning.  But we really have to thank the moderators.  They have helped this forum evolve into the family that it is. At any given time, one or another of them is always ready to soothe hurt feelings, clarify comments, admit to mistakes, inform newbies, comfort the hurting, impart wisdom and common sense, foster a sense of community, edit posts (sometimes two heads ARE better than one), give encouragement, and throw great virtual parties.

 

I've not found any other support site like this one.  We are so lucky to have it and each other.    (Sorry if this sounds a bit over the top, but it really is how I feel).

 

Hugs - Austen

Hi Austen.  I joined another forum about a year and a half ago that has to do with another aspect of my life also.  I will say that I asked a question about Restless Leg even though it really didn't have anything to do about the real focus of the forum but I saw others asking similar questions.  The first response I got was a moderator telling me it sounded like I had MS.  I told her I was 61 years old and the doc wouldn't even test me for it as I am too old for initial onset MS. Plus I had been tested for it twice in the 90's.  She did not stop there and directed me to all kinds of MS forums and sent me info on this disease and she scared the crap out of me.  I just about had a nervous breakdown because the rest of them joined in and started diagnosing me with all kinds of horrible diseases.  I reported her to the administration and never went back again. 

It took me months to join this forum because I was so afraid of the same experience, but after reading the posts and the kind, sensitive responses decided this was the place for me.  I know fibro mimics other disorders and I can't honestly say that I don't think that somehow I got misdiagnosed sometime over the years, but for now, I have Fibro...was dx'd with it twice.

So, I know how you feel.  I am staying away from sites that think they are doctors.  Oh...have you ever looked at a Meniere's forum?  Just wondering if they have anything new that is helping people.

Huggies

donna

Denise, I even watch all the different versions (BBC, Hollywood, etc.) of the movies so I can compare them.  I'm such a weirdo.   

 

Have you read "Just Jane" by Nancy Moser?  It's a young adult book (I've gotten my teenage daughter hooked) based on Austen's life.  It is written in novel form and is somewhat speculative, but it is a very entertaining (sometimes sad) read.

 

Hugs - Austen

The secret to this forum is people like you girls that are sweet enough to take the time to express your kind feelings and there are so many like you on here. The mods are here to make sure the rules are followed but we all help each other. Some of you don't even realize what a difference you make in someone's day with your kind words. You just made my day.

 

luv and hugs

Marlee

 

I also joined another forum before I found this one. It was nothing like it is here. Like others said, I was ignored & there was not the warm caring feeling that you get here.

The moderators do make a big difference. They have time & time again proved that they care about helping others. They know what they are talking about and if they don't, then they direct you to the right place.

I have noticed the way they step in when needed and are always making sure that no post goes unanswered. We are not only lucky to have a great group of members, but so very lucky that our moderators keep it that way!

I am thankful every day that I found this place. That's why we always have lurkers who finally join. They too can feel the way everyone here treats each other and  they feel comfortable here. Of course we have our fun, too!

Wow, I must be in a sentimental mood today! Sorry this is so long, but I am very grateful to have a place I know I can go where people understand and care.

Hugs!!  Margie

Now that I am feeling better, I wanted to add to my earlier post.  I found a different forum at first, just like the rest of you, & was totally ignored.  Everyone said, on the forum, what a wonderful place it was but they were clickish & meant just their clicks.  I kept trying to fit in & yet no one would even say a word to me.  Oh, occasionally someone new would say thanks but everyone was just so into getting into the main click.  I found myself in tears many times because I wanted some help & I felt I was doing something wrong & they didn't like me.  I finally quit & said I would never go to another forum, but I finally decided I hadn't given them a chance.  OK, I know that was really disfunctional but I did it.  So, I went back & said "been gone for awhile". wrote a nice post about what I had been doing & got 2 answers, one from a new person, & one from someone I had posted to many times & she said, hi, sorry she didn't remember me but welcome back. So, that was the last time I posted there.  I was really worried when I started posting here but everyone "was" so nice.  They just didn't say they were nice but showed it often to everyone.  The moderators here are such real people to me & I know them, not just about them, & they are great & kind & giving.  I think this sets the foundation of the forum & how we all are drawn out & accepted as people not just another Fibromite.  Many thanks to you all, moderators & all.  Hugs, Denise 

No Denise, I think I recall reading that he had written a memoir, but I haven't read it. I think the guy who wrote "Becoming Jane" might have mentioned it (fog - can't remember).  I'll put it on my reading list and see if I can find it somewhere.  Thanks. 

 

Hugs - Austen