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Posted by Abby on June 5, 2000, at 15:51:57
In reply to Re: Am I too late? Noa, can you hear me?, posted by CarolAnn on June 5, 2000, at 15:44:58
Medlib,
I'm sorry to see you go, and before you leave I want to tell you that I'm deeply grateful for your message in response to my Mother's day post. Thanks, Abby
Posted by ChrisK on June 5, 2000, at 16:00:54
In reply to Re: Taking a Break from Babble, posted by medlib on June 5, 2000, at 15:04:55
Noa & Medlib
I always look forward to your encouraging words and knowledge. The board will seem a little empty without you two. It would be nice to keep you here but I respect your decisions.
Just one thing, when you DO come back try to ignore posters who can be irritants. They exist on every board and most of the time need to be ignored. There are so many good people here including the two of you and we don't want to lose our good contributer's.
Enjoy your vacation and come back when you're ready.
Chris
> > Friends,
> >
> > I am taking a break from Babble, or at least I am going to try to. So, my absence should not alarm you.
> >
> > The hostility and sabotoge around here lately makes me feel less safe here.
> >
> > I can't say how long a break it will be. I will miss my friends.
> >
> > Kelly, I'll be thinking about you--take good care of yourself. You too, harry b.
> >
> > Same goes for the rest of you guys.
> ---------
>
> Noa--
>
> I'm sorry to see you go on hiatus; the board always seems to me to be "missing something" when you're not around.
>
> Speaking of which, this time, I've decided to follow Noa's lead off Babble. It's something I've been considering for a while; I'm simply not feeling brave or strong enough right now to continue trying to thread my way through the mine field the BoBB's have laid here.
>
> Thanks for putting up with me; I've learned a lot.
>
> Well wishes----medlib
Posted by Oddzilla on June 5, 2000, at 16:07:42
In reply to Re: Taking a Break from Babble, posted by ChrisK on June 5, 2000, at 16:00:54
I'll miss you. I hope you find something that will give as much back to you as you both have given the board. You were certainly two of the people on the board I found the most trustworthy and useful.
Thanks for everything and come back when you're ready. God be with you-O.
Posted by tina on June 5, 2000, at 17:27:55
In reply to Re: Taking a Break from Babble, posted by medlib on June 5, 2000, at 15:04:55
I'll miss you too medlib. Your advice was always encouraging and insightful. Thanks for all the great info and I wish you smooth sailing and sunny harbours. Bless you--Tina
> > Friends,
> >
> > I am taking a break from Babble, or at least I am going to try to. So, my absence should not alarm you.
> >
> > The hostility and sabotoge around here lately makes me feel less safe here.
> >
> > I can't say how long a break it will be. I will miss my friends.
> >
> > Kelly, I'll be thinking about you--take good care of yourself. You too, harry b.
> >
> > Same goes for the rest of you guys.
> ---------
>
> Noa--
>
> I'm sorry to see you go on hiatus; the board always seems to me to be "missing something" when you're not around.
>
> Speaking of which, this time, I've decided to follow Noa's lead off Babble. It's something I've been considering for a while; I'm simply not feeling brave or strong enough right now to continue trying to thread my way through the mine field the BoBB's have laid here.
>
> Thanks for putting up with me; I've learned a lot.
>
> Well wishes----medlib
Posted by AndrewB on June 5, 2000, at 18:24:26
In reply to Taking a Break from Babble, posted by Noa on June 5, 2000, at 9:45:31
Noa, Medlib, listen, you both are very, very sweet but you are making a mistake if you leave this site. Bobb (or whoever) reminds me of a dog that is all bark but no bite, just a petty maelstrom of words over the internet. This Bobb has no real power to hurt you. All the bluster, intimidation and put downs he can muster don’t mean a thing if it falls deaf on your ears. He is just a voice, and he has power only if you choose to empower him, only if you choose to listen to him and make him a real threat. If leave the site you, you are running away. And don’t blame it on him, he didn’t make you feel unsafe. You chose to perceive a threat where there is none.But the real shame is that by abandoning the site you abandon the power you have to make a difference in people’s lives. I’ve read truly wonderful posts from both of you. Medlib you just helped a 15 year girl. Where would she be without the information you brought forth. Scared, wondering what the hell was wrong with her? Hurt, wondering why nobody believed her, wondering why they were accusing her of abusing drugs? Do you think that 15 year old would understand if you had told her that you would like to help her but you can’t because somebody said ‘Boo!’ and you have to run away. You have the real power to help people. Don’t abandon this power for what is no more than words that you are falsely perceiving as real threats.
Posted by Cass on June 5, 2000, at 19:34:02
In reply to Re: Am I too late? Noa, can you hear me?, posted by CarolAnn on June 5, 2000, at 15:44:58
I just hope your break is short. I think things in here will setttle down quickly. In the mean time, you have a lot of people missing you.
Posted by Dr. Bob on June 5, 2000, at 19:44:35
In reply to Re: Noa, Medlib- You are making a mistake, posted by AndrewB on June 5, 2000, at 18:24:26
> He is just a voice, and he has power only if you choose to empower him, only if you choose to listen to him and make him a real threat. If leave the site you, you are running away.
There's a difference between taking care of yourself and being a coward. That old "sticks and stones" business doesn' take feelings seriously enough, I don't think.
Bob
Posted by tina on June 5, 2000, at 19:58:30
In reply to Re: Taking care of yourself, posted by Dr. Bob on June 5, 2000, at 19:44:35
Don't call Noa a coward and tell her that she's running away. That's not a very supportive road to take. She IS taking care of herself by walking away. I think she is making a brave move by forging out on her own. Shame on you!!!
> > He is just a voice, and he has power only if you choose to empower him, only if you choose to listen to him and make him a real threat. If leave the site you, you are running away.
>
> There's a difference between taking care of yourself and being a coward. That old "sticks and stones" business doesn' take feelings seriously enough, I don't think.
>
> Bob
Posted by Civilla T on June 5, 2000, at 20:08:39
In reply to HEY DR.BOB!!!!!!!!!!!!, posted by tina on June 5, 2000, at 19:58:30
> Don't call Noa a coward and tell her that she's running away. That's not a very supportive road to take. She IS taking care of herself by walking away. I think she is making a brave move by forging out on her own. Shame on you!!!
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Tina- reread the post. I think he was disagreeing with Andrew and agreeing with you!!!!!
Cyberspace IS a difficult place to communicate :)>
> > > He is just a voice, and he has power only if you choose to empower him, only if you choose to listen to him and make him a real threat. If leave the site you, you are running away.
> >
> > There's a difference between taking care of yourself and being a coward. That old "sticks and stones" business doesn' take feelings seriously enough, I don't think.
> >
> > Bob
Posted by Snowie on June 5, 2000, at 21:11:10
In reply to Taking a Break from Babble, posted by Noa on June 5, 2000, at 9:45:31
Noa,
I certainly don't blame you. Everybody needs to come up for air sooner or later. However, I hope it will be a short hiatus, since I've personally enjoyed reading your insightful posts and replies.
Snowie
Posted by Cindy W on June 5, 2000, at 21:32:20
In reply to Taking a Break from Babble, posted by Noa on June 5, 2000, at 9:45:31
> Friends,
>
> I am taking a break from Babble, or at least I am going to try to. So, my absence should not alarm you.
>
> The hostility and sabotoge around here lately makes me feel less safe here.
>
> I can't say how long a break it will be. I will miss my friends.
>
> Kelly, I'll be thinking about you--take good care of yourself. You too, harry b.
>
> Same goes for the rest of you guys.Noa, I'll really miss you. You have been very caring and have shared a lot of good suggestions and feedback. Best wishes and I hope you come back after your rest!--Cindy W
Posted by Cindy W on June 5, 2000, at 21:35:20
In reply to Re: Taking a Break from Babble, posted by medlib on June 5, 2000, at 15:04:55
> > Friends,
> >
> > I am taking a break from Babble, or at least I am going to try to. So, my absence should not alarm you.
> >
> > The hostility and sabotoge around here lately makes me feel less safe here.
> >
> > I can't say how long a break it will be. I will miss my friends.
> >
> > Kelly, I'll be thinking about you--take good care of yourself. You too, harry b.
> >
> > Same goes for the rest of you guys.
> ---------
>
> Noa--
>
> I'm sorry to see you go on hiatus; the board always seems to me to be "missing something" when you're not around.
>
> Speaking of which, this time, I've decided to follow Noa's lead off Babble. It's something I've been considering for a while; I'm simply not feeling brave or strong enough right now to continue trying to thread my way through the mine field the BoBB's have laid here.
>
> Thanks for putting up with me; I've learned a lot.
>
> Well wishes----medlibmedlib, I'll miss you too! Your comments have always been very welcome. Generally, I just ignore the BoBB stuff. Hope things go well for you and that you return when you feel ready!--Cindy
Posted by kellyR. on June 5, 2000, at 21:48:39
In reply to Taking a Break from Babble, posted by Noa on June 5, 2000, at 9:45:31
> Friends,
>
> I am taking a break from Babble, or at least I am going to try to. So, my absence should not alarm you.
>
> The hostility and sabotoge around here lately makes me feel less safe here.
>
> I can't say how long a break it will be. I will miss my friends.
>
> Kelly, I'll be thinking about you--take good care of yourself. You too, harry b.
>
> Same goes for the rest of you guys.Noa, I'll miss you very mush,It's good that your thinking of yourself,you are very caring & helpful too everyone here,& you well be missed.Take care, you can always E-Mail me.kelly
Posted by Janice on June 5, 2000, at 22:16:41
In reply to Re: Taking a Break from Babble » Noa, posted by kellyR. on June 5, 2000, at 21:48:39
take very good care of yourselves. You're both wonderful people, Janice
Posted by shar on June 5, 2000, at 22:51:16
In reply to Re: Taking a Break from Babble, posted by Snowie on June 5, 2000, at 21:11:10
I agree with Snowie. I will really miss both of you. I hope you do get to have some fun, and do take care. You will both be in my prayers.
xoxo S
> Noa,
>
> I certainly don't blame you. Everybody needs to come up for air sooner or later. However, I hope it will be a short hiatus, since I've personally enjoyed reading your insightful posts and replies.
>
> Snowie
Posted by paul on June 6, 2000, at 0:20:15
In reply to Re: Noa, Medlib- You are making a mistake, posted by AndrewB on June 5, 2000, at 18:24:26
as a relative newcomer-and a veteran of other places where bobb's exist, all i can say is remember the radio. that big black knob on the side? it's for turning the damn thing OFF! don't let a blowhard who doesn't even RECOGNIZE compassion when it is offered him keep you from doing what many here believe is a valuable service. you don't buy every magazine on the rack, now do you? i sure don't. i can understand your wanting to take a break but PLEASE be sure and come back. there will always be bobb's. it takes all kinds. nobody ever bothered to explain all kinds of WHAT!
pcl
Posted by AndrewB on June 6, 2000, at 0:38:38
In reply to Re: Noa, Medlib- You are making a mistake, posted by AndrewB on June 5, 2000, at 18:24:26
I am so sorry, please don't pay attention to my previous post. Sometimes I can be insensitive and judgemental. I certainly stuck my foot in my mouth this time! You know what you need to do to take care of yourself better than I. I support your need to regain your sense of security. I hope to see your wonderful presences back at the site soon.
AndrewB
Posted by Deb R on June 6, 2000, at 1:21:59
In reply to Taking a Break from Babble, posted by Noa on June 5, 2000, at 9:45:31
> Friends,
>
> I am taking a break from Babble, or at least I am going to try to. So, my absence should not alarm you.Noa,
My love and support always,
from your Aussie mate
Deb.(my e-mail address is above if you want to have a chat anytime!)
Posted by Deb R on June 6, 2000, at 1:29:47
In reply to (((Noa))) , posted by Deb R on June 6, 2000, at 1:21:59
Medlibhope to see you back here soon too - you and Noa will be missed if you stay away too long!
Best wishes,
Deb.
Posted by Archangel on June 6, 2000, at 13:24:38
In reply to Re: Taking care of yourself, posted by Dr. Bob on June 5, 2000, at 19:44:35
> > He is just a voice, and he has power only if you choose to empower him, only if you choose to listen to him and make him a real threat. If leave the site you, you are running away.
>
> There's a difference between taking care of yourself and being a coward. That old "sticks and stones" business doesn' take feelings seriously enough, I don't think.
>
> Bob__________________________________________________
Dr. Bob,
Your closing comment reminds me of an exercise a primary school teacher once gave her class. She handed the children a sheet upon which was written the first portion of several well known phrases. The children were to fill in the missing parts. This was a particularly poignant one:
"Sticks and stones will break my bones,"
(and the child wrote)
"But words will break my heart."
Posted by tina on June 6, 2000, at 17:09:02
In reply to Re: HEY DR.BOB!!!!!!!!!!!!, posted by Civilla T on June 5, 2000, at 20:08:39
I was having a bad day, I jumped to conclusions without properly educating myself first. Sorry about that doc. Ignore my previous post please, just the ramblings of a sometimes insane mildly medicated nut. Thanks for pointing out my grievous error civilla T...
> > Don't call Noa a coward and tell her that she's running away. That's not a very supportive road to take. She IS taking care of herself by walking away. I think she is making a brave move by forging out on her own. Shame on you!!!
>
> ``````````````````
> Tina- reread the post. I think he was disagreeing with Andrew and agreeing with you!!!!!
> Cyberspace IS a difficult place to communicate :)
>
> >
> > > > He is just a voice, and he has power only if you choose to empower him, only if you choose to listen to him and make him a real threat. If leave the site you, you are running away.
> > >
> > > There's a difference between taking care of yourself and being a coward. That old "sticks and stones" business doesn' take feelings seriously enough, I don't think.
> > >
> > > Bob
Posted by Brenda on June 6, 2000, at 20:59:06
In reply to Taking a Break from Babble, posted by Noa on June 5, 2000, at 9:45:31
> Friends,
>
> I am taking a break from Babble, or at least I am going to try to. So, my absence should not alarm you.
>
> The hostility and sabotoge around here lately makes me feel less safe here.
>
> I can't say how long a break it will be. I will miss my friends.
>
> Kelly, I'll be thinking about you--take good care of yourself. You too, harry b.
>
> Same goes for the rest of you guys.Wow! Look at all the friends you have!
Be well, Brenda
Posted by Kath on June 7, 2000, at 15:02:51
In reply to Re: Taking a Break from Babble, posted by Brenda on June 6, 2000, at 20:59:06
Medlib - you'll be missed here. Take care & hope to have you back when it feels right for you.
Noa - I'll particularly miss you because you've been especially supportive to me! Hope to see you back when the time's right. DO take care of yourself.
Kath
Posted by Cynthia M. on June 8, 2000, at 11:34:52
In reply to Re: Taking a Break from Babble, posted by medlib on June 5, 2000, at 15:04:55
Medlib- thank you so much with the help you gave to me regarding my daughter.. she has been dx with atypical severe migraines and is now receiving treatment and is going to see a neurologist... I cannot thank you enough for the wonderful support and intelligence that you were willing to share with me. If you ever get down about this place and think that there is too much hostility, remember that this was something very very good and i couldn't have done it without you! Thanks , always , CynthiaM
Posted by shar on June 9, 2000, at 21:36:44
In reply to Thank You Medlib!!!! » medlib, posted by Cynthia M. on June 8, 2000, at 11:34:52
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