Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Group

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, inflammatory, multisystem, autoimmune disorder. It is a disabling and painful condition which can lead to substantial loss of mobility due to pain and joint destruction. The disease is also systemic in that it often also affects many extra-articular tissues throughout the body including the skin, blood vessels, heart, lungs, and...

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Kimberley97
Kimberley97
I don't know how any one else may feel about this but I am kind of concerned of the direction some if our discussions are going lately. I don't know filly how it had happend but in recent posts there seems to be some anger issues going on between folks and it just breaks my heart. This group has always been so loving and encouraging of each other I deeply appreciate kind words and understanding that you all share with me. I think if a topic of just mere curiosity is brought up we have to remember there will be many opinions on different subjects and that doesn't mean one person is attacking another just expressing a view. I hate to see bad feelings amongst us we need each other. Blessings to all
deleted_user
deleted_user
Bluedogs, you dont have to apologize. you are such a kind person, everyone here likes you. so pls. never aplogize for your comments. we all know you.
twyliah
twyliah
I have found most people to be very kind and compassionate on this site. I greatly value my friendships here. It is stressful when feelings are hurt and when unkind things are said. I know it makes me feel a little bit reluctant to post, so I'm sure it's affecting everyone. Good thread, Kimberly!
Christine26
Christine26
Hi my friend Kimberley, Very good points that you bring up. We do not want any bad feelings amongst any of us. Life is too short for drama and we should all be mindful of each other's feelings. We have enough drama with having RA. RCross and BlueDogs 2 you guys have given so much good input, information, and kind words as many others have. So I guess we all could stand to take note of what you are saying Kim. Thanks for the reminder, well taken indeed.
Christine26
Christine26
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camba
camba
I want to scream 'Not Again!!

There was some silliness about 18months ago. Some really neat people left this site. At the time there was a research troll called Celia something or other who wrote a rather pathetic 'thesis' (not PHD) relating to the the way the site worked. Very low calibre writing, rather inaccurate, and I wondered at the university that would employ her or condone what she did. (Someone sent me the full piece of writing via my email.)

I dont think the stirring up is anything like that now, just people not entirely well taking things personally. Could it be better just to ignore comments like that do?

I wasnt attacked at all but didnt come near the site for quite a few months as it got accusatory, people suspicious of others etc but I really think as new people come in and issues get discussed, sometimes rediscussed, it is an invaluable source of information.

I havent found anywhere else like this site at its best. I guess it is like the social interactions around us. You cant love everyone, and you "muddle along" as my husband is fond of saying, doing your best.

Anyone who is reading this and thinking of it, please dont leave entirely. Maybe take a break. There was one poster who left who has truly been a loss to this site and I hope it doesnt happen again as I am finding you all so interesting.