:love: Dear Grace :love:, I have been out-of-the-loop for a couple of days now and I have no idea what has happened because your blog was my first stop on re-connecting with everyone who makes this place what it is for me :love:! What in this CK world happened to smash the words out of your courage?!!! Grace, whatever happened and if I ever find out, please know that I am one woman (and proabably one out of many!) who truly want to hear you, internalize what you say, get to know you, and do my best to support and love you :kiss:!!! It absolutely broke my heart and took my breath away (not in a good way!) to hear that you were hurt so badly that your wounds needed retreating and licking--Oh dear Grace, I care about you in an honest and whole-hearted way, truly :love: :kiss: :love:!!! If you want to talk, you can either PM me here or you can email me at [email protected] . Please be good to yourself, as I know you are being already, and please really trust that I do think about, care about, honor, and love you everyday :love: :kiss: :love:!!! Find your peace, my cherished friend and know that you are indeed loved by Me :kiss:! Thinking of you with all my heart, Kristen :love: :love: :love: :kiss:

by KRITTI

I don't know what happened, but I can imagine. My daughter Chris is a member here and a while back she posted something to get some feedback (about breastfeeding, actually, because at the time she was nursing Jaedon) and was very upset at some of the responses, so I know what you mean. She told me she wouldn't participate in the forums again. I very seldom post on there. There is definitely a "know it all" attitude from some, a lack of respect for others opinions, many times, and a spirit of one-ups-man-ship. That aside, I'm glad you expressed yourself for all of us who have been in that position, I say thank you. :love: :kiss:

by BUN201

What the hell? I have no clue what happened but please don't let anyone run you off. I treasure the things you write both here and in the forums. You have been such an encouragement to me not to mention that you make me think. I feel sure that I am not the only one that you have an impact on. I am truly sorry that your feelings have been hurt but please don't let them win. You are greatly appreciated. I must be naive....am I just missing out on all the drama?

by DIMPLEGRIN1

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by WOLFENA

Grace,
I sent you a private message.
I agree with you.
Take a look at all these comments. Continue writing for us.
Rona

by RSW

I completely understand as well. I have been on CK for 2 years now & have seen the "clicks" come and go. It is very high school sometimes and can make you feel lost and ignored - or worse - like an idiot like BG said. But I figure it's like people you meet in real life - you don't connect with all of them - in fact you sometimes really connect with only a very few. I for one, have really enjoyed your writing, your depth and inspiration. I'll continue reading your blog :)

by LESLIEC

I'm with Courtney - you're the top of your OWN heap, Grace! As my high school students would say, "Shake off them haters!" :D and just keep doing what you do for you. I think most of us at one time or another have had someone say something hurtful to us in the forums. It can really cut deep, but it does heal over time. I, too, look forward to reading your blog, even if I don't always comment, and I've had too much fun with you in the word games. I hope you'll at least keep those up so I can see your shining face! :kiss:

by ZUMBALOVE

:hi: I am so sorry to see someone here at CK has hurt you like this. I love reading everything you write whether it's here or in the forums. I don't post very often in the forums as I feel that most times my comments are skipped over like I don't fit. But here on the blogs I feel very comfortable leaving messages. Everyone who I have met through the blogs has been so friendly and supportive. Please keep blogging and posting. You are a true gem in this journey. Have a good day. :)

by JUSTPATTI

If it makes you feel any better, I think many of us have experienced what you're speaking of in the forums. I went on a hiatus from them a long time ago, and only recently have I started posting again. Even then, it is few and far between. I think sometimes the 'good stuff' in the forums (and the good people) get lost among all the silliness. So take heart, and know that you are NOT invisible. :love:

by CBL

I am so sorry you feel hurt. I loved your poems and will miss reading them. Good luck in your WL journey. Sometimes you just have to turn a deaf ear to the naysayers and move on. Be well and happy. Sue

by MEDIASUE

:wave1: It makes me so sad.:cry4: that someone here at CK hurt you so bad...I love reading everything you have written...both on the forums and here...please don't stop....I do not answer to much on the forums just some general stuff. Like welcome or congratulations on a job well done......if I really have something to say I will send a PM because several times I have answered and the next post or two will make it sound like I am a complete idiot...which I am not...I just do not know all the answers and have never said I do...I am glad that you are still here..at least on the blogs...we all :love: you and want to support you every way we can....Have a good day...:)

by BIGGRAMMA

For what it's worth, Grace, I think that you should be the top of your OWN heap, because YOU, my friend, are one of a kind. :)

by REV

Keep blogging and logging but ignore the forums. They are high school. But I read you and you are important. Hang in there. But do what is right for you. love and courage.

by PEANUT

Grace, I don't know what happened, but I consider you a friend and hope you keep blogging, I enjoy your writing and sharing. I am here for me, to express my feeling and thoughts on this journey and to learn, I'm not here to be popular or to impress anyone. I don't do much on the forums, but have my small group of friends, I read their blogs and if they like, they support me on my blog. Sharing with these special people, and knowing that they support me and understand what I am going through it what matters. I hope you can let go of whatever it was and continue to enjoy the site and those here that are with you. :heart1:

by TREE

I know how you feel :( I'm very glad you will continue blogging! :love: And you are always welcome to PM me if you need to share something private. :)

by AMANDALCB

I am so sorry that you were hurt. I look forward to reading your blog everyday. I will truly miss you.

by GWENDOLYN

I rarely use the forums for the very reasons you stated so I just blog and go on :) Hope you have a great Wednesday.

by TEXSKH05

Grace, come over to Sparks. I will create a forum just for the creative side of us. PM me with any ideas you have for the forum.
I love your words and want them to be heard in an atmosphere of openness!!!
Love ya
Sandra

by SANDGEE

I understand exactly what you are saying. I have been on here for almost a year and have yet to "connect" with anyone. Sometimes it just seems like high school all over again.

I hope you find your place.

by TDBHALL

Exactly!! We need to do what's right for us and never ever compromise that for anyone/anything! Have a terrific day.

by DAWNNSCOTT