I've decided to write a short message of thanks to this community. I'm not a writer (1st. post) but I've been around here for years as a lurker mostly. Until recently that is.
Last September I was laid off and I had a really difficult time finding work. These have been some of the most difficult days of my life for many reasons, not the least of which was depression, I think.
The reason I wanted to thank you all is because during this time (when I had a lot of time on my hands) I've spent a lot of time here, and gotten to know you all pretty well, even if you've never heard of me. You guys are a crazy, ecclectic mix of what I admire most in people; Passion, Courage, Compassion, Charity... ah, so many qualities.
This can be a very scary place and I have always been afraid to post diaries for fear of flames as my writing is fairly weak. But you all made me feel welcome, you consoled me when I was down. You've made me laugh so much (and cry too much for a grown ass man)!!
You guys kinda' saved my life!! Droogie wrote a diary that changed the way I looked at things, and made me not blame myself so much, and to look forward, and embrace change. So, thank you especially Droogie.
Anyway, in closing I just want to let you know that I finally found a new job, that I will start next week. I will not have enough time to hang out here as much anymore, but I feel as though I owed you all this debt of gratitude.
Thanks again, Bagman
p.s. please forgive any spelling or grammatical errors, I know this drives you nuts.