jan, as a "loudie" i want to thank you for saying this.

strong bonds develop in this group and it can be intimidating to jump in when others seem to know each other so well, so i just want to join you in saying that if you do choose to watch and read quietly, you're still in our thoughts and prayers.

HUGS TO ROOMIES.....

I just want to say, that I come here every week day and read many of these posts, but don't respond very often. I usually don't post here unless I think I have something of value to add.

Although I haven't come in contact with many of you, I do feel a kinship and like to see your avitars come up. You all have distinct personalities, and strengths and weakness' and make for an interesting group of people. I learn many things by coming here and feel less alone in my struggle with pain.

But, I am content being in the back of the bus, just listening. So hello to those I haven't met openly.

Angela

I AGREE LET US KNOW IF YOU CAN WHAT HAPPENED TO YOU IM VERY AFFECTED BY PEOPLE ON HERE I MISS THEM WHEN THERE GONE AMEN SEREN AND BILL GOOD FOR YOU SEEMS YOU BEEN THREW LOTS SO MORE HUGS TO ALL PRAYERS FOR ALL .LOVE MINNIE

What a nice thought Jan. I'm sure there are some who just read....hugs to them too.
I've gotten to where I don't respond as much as I use to, read alot and keep everyone in my prayers.

I have missed you Angela. I remember when I was just a listener ( couldn't type and didn't feel like talking) you were here everyday and I loved reading your posts.
Of course I miss you Minnie! You are the jewel of the board for sweetness and sending love.
I also have missed you Dixie. I know you can't type on your ipad so maybe you can come back more later.
Thanks Jan for the thread and I second with Serenity and Bill and the rest, that this is a place for all.
Whether listening, commenting some or every post does not matter. We all have a place and we just have to be who we are.

I've been trying to support people more now and not just read. I guess the reason It's taken me so long is that a different Forum pretty much ignored my posts and one person was "I hate to say this" but kind of a snob, know it all. So, I don't go there for help anymore. I'll find it elsewhere. My reason for being here is to help others, to support them, and let them know people care. I have no agenda but that person made me feel really bad. I am an overly sensitive person, unfortunately, and I get hurt easily, another unfortunately, but I care, and that is what matters. Thank you for the welcome jancam, I do appreciate it, a lot.

JC, thank-you for such a thoughtful and amazing post! I used to be a lurker, myself, and still am. It would have made me feel better to have read a post like this before I joined the group. I kind of felt a bit "guilty" for lurking...kind of like snooping or being sneaky, lol. I know that sounds weird, but it's true.

I whole-heartedly agree. "Lurkers", y'all continue to simply sit in the back of the room, quietly, and don't feel like you need to raise your hand and speak, If you are ever ready to join in on a conversation, I want to welcome you to our group. It doesn't matter how often you "speak". This is a very warm and non-judgemental group.

Again, thanks JC for giving a "shout out" to all our Silent Partners, because they definitely do matter.

Hugs (((()))))

Hello to the Silent Majority!! Jump in and "HELP!!!!!!" LOL

hippy here. I read always and post when I can. Support here is great .
I used to lurk. I wasn't sure I qualified for this board and I mentioned this to a special dancing cow. I just didn't think my pain was as bad as others.

The pole dancing cow set me straight. There is no measure for pain. If you found this board you have pain.

wishing all less pain and more joy


love and peace
hippy

That's a very wise pole dancing cow...a rare combination of beauty and brains..:-) :-) :-) :-)

Thanks for outing me jan, lol. When my pain levels are high, sometimes the best I can do is lurk but I am so glad that I actually joined the group.

So much support. The love for each other in this group is incredible. I had support from the minute I jumped into the fray!

What a thoughtful post......just another reason I feel so thankful to be your friend! Love you!

Serenity......'Loudie', made me smile ear to ear:-D

To all our 'Silent Partners'.....Hugs!
Deb

I love the welcome to the lurkers and especially accepting their lurking.

I am more of a listener than a talker although I can get going at times, when I feel right about it.

But there are times I just like to be quiet and this is one of those times. I am still here, listening, sending prayers out to those whose stories touch my heart.

I am grateful to know you all are ok with the lurking. We are all supporting each other in our separate ways. That's the beauty of being part of a group.... room for all kinds of people.

hugs to all lurkers, known and unknown,
and a special hug to you, Jan.
Ama

Very nice!!

Thanks.......