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Recession Hits DS

nobody666
nobody666
is it just me or does it seem like there is a lot more times here on DS that there is really not as many people on line. Things seem to have slowed up and there aren't as many 100+ response threads or the fun banter that used to be on some topics
Community Leaderacuriousfish
acuriousfish
The holiday period?
deleted_user
deleted_user
i have noticed that as well. where did all the people go, did they lose their power, homes, inability to afford internet access? it's a thought, or, loads of people are better.
nobody666
nobody666
that could be everyone feeling lazy and unmotivated here in the north because of the cold (SAD) and not coming on as much I guess
nobody666
nobody666
well it is good to know some of us are still around
deleted_user
deleted_user
As for me- there are days I just read posts and have no energy to respond. I know it's lurking but really the energy is gone. Where's the energizer bunny when you need him?
nobody666
nobody666
my energizer bunny is named Prince Valium lol
deleted_user
deleted_user
no its not just you, I'm hanging out and I've noticed it as well, some folk seem to be keeping a low prifile so maybe it will bounce back -
deleted_user
deleted_user
I personally like the theory that people are better! Wouldn't that be nice? I think probably it is the holidays too though.
dancingd
dancingd
I agree,some of the funny pattering and goofyness has gone......maybe people aren't feeling it,maybe some people feel it's inappropreate?
In any case,I sure miss the lighter side of DS.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Now that Obama has been elected and the world is going to be saved things are settling down. I wonder if he can cure BP too?
deleted_user
deleted_user
I've posted a lot less. I'm been reading more and posting less for personal reasons. I think it is all of the above.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I've noticed a lot of new people. Nothing wrong
with that! But I vote it's the Holidays that
has everyone not posting as much.
deleted_user
deleted_user
its probly cause of the stupid kool aid kid
deleted_user
deleted_user
I know I have come back recently but not full time. There are times when I have to step away. Maybe it's because I start to realize I am not productive or supportive due to my state w/ BP. What's so bad is that sometimes you don't realize you are in that place until it hits you between the eyes (or someone else). I have learned how to recognize triggers, and/or onsets and symptoms of my BP. It's even harder when you are getting off meds or going through a med change. Sometimes it's best to see how that works for you on your own for awhile.etc.

Sometimes we just have to move on with our lives and regroup... DS is just one part of that.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Grape, the world will never be saved by anyone but I'm sure Obama won't mind if you become a lobbyist for Earth Day! Lol! Hey what about a health care lobbyist? Hmmmm, that's a thought.
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