I’ve been a member of this forum for a few months now. I’ve grown to like many people. There are one or two, however, that I find difficulty warming to. I guess it’s my own fault. The problem with emailing and messaging is there is no body language. Sometimes things can be misconstrued, meanings misunderstood. Now there’s a handful of people here that I really like. I’m not going to mention names. Their posts are always uplifting and they never gripe. They are not self opinionated. Some are incredibly intelligent, informative and creative. Others are just themselves but really likeable, the kind of characters you would gladly spend an evening with. It’s good that so many people are non-judgemental. One feels as if they can write what is on their mind without fear of ridicule. I sometimes get carried away and write to much of a personal nature, but I don’t mind because I trust the people I’m writing to. It is a blessing, really, that such a forum of wonderful people exists, and that Webmasters and forum administrators put in so much time to make this a place of pleasure and entertainment. Thank you so much everybody.
You have said it well mikeq, I couldn't have said it any better. I agree wholeheartedly. not to mention we all come from different areas and differing ages also with one goal in common, strength with good health.
I find it a good place to find answers to things I am going through. I guess I am more a troll since i do not write often. I had an attack at another site so I remain careful at what I say or post. I do not need drama in my life. I just passed my 3 year Mark. I come here on days I am feeling down first to get a laugh and to remind myself how lucky I was to only be a para, as well as not suffering from brain trama. I grow tired of people around me telling I am such an inspiration and I am so strong and just want to say to them what the f... am I suppose to do. I push myself to try and show them I am not really different to them. Yet I know in my mind I see where I am lacking and how changed my life has become. My fears. I like to hear about people who understand and are simular. I like what Mike wrote and agree.
I find it a good place to find answers to things I am going through. I guess I am more a troll since i do not write often. I had an attack at another site so I remain careful at what I say or post. I do not need drama in my life. I just passed my 3 year Mark. I come here on days I am feeling down first to get a laugh and to remind myself how lucky I was to only be a para, as well as not suffering from brain trama. I grow tired of people around me telling I am such an inspiration and I am so strong and just want to say to them what the f... am I suppose to do. I push myself to try and show them I am not really different to them. Yet I know in my mind I see where I am lacking and how changed my life has become. My fears. I like to hear about people who understand and are simular. I like what Mike wrote and agree.
Lav- technically a troll is someone who posts things meant to upset others, inspiring them to post... whatever. While others may have taken offense at something you posted, that is different from intentionally niggling people. People who read but seldom posting are always treasured. Sometimes called lurkers? I forget, but there's a better word.
Lav- technically a troll is someone who posts things meant to upset others, inspiring them to post... whatever. While others may have taken offense at something you posted, that is different from intentionally niggling people. People who read but seldom posting are always treasured. Sometimes called lurkers? I forget, but there's a better word.
Lav- technically a troll is someone who posts things meant to upset others, inspiring them to post... whatever. While others may have taken offense at something you posted, that is different from intentionally niggling people. People who read but seldom posting are always treasured. Sometimes called lurkers? I forget, but there's a better word.
I find it a good place to find answers to things I am going through. I guess I am more a troll since i do not write often. I had an attack at another site so I remain careful at what I say or post. I do not need drama in my life. I just passed my 3 year Mark. I come here on days I am feeling down first to get a laugh and to remind myself how lucky I was to only be a para, as well as not suffering from brain trama. I grow tired of people around me telling I am such an inspiration and I am so strong and just want to say to them what the f... am I suppose to do. I push myself to try and show them I am not really different to them. Yet I know in my mind I see where I am lacking and how changed my life has become. My fears. I like to hear about people who understand and are simular. I like what Mike wrote and agree.
I like what mikeq, wrote too. I like it when other people say things that I often think like I "just want to say to them what the f... am I suppose to do". I like that people on this forum are willing to share some of their most embarrassing, personal, and emotional moments in efforts to help and sympathize with others (I mean let's face it, how many other people can we discuss bowel movements, masturbation, UTIs, debilitating pain, and near death experiences with without them becoming 'uncomfortable'. And god forbid we joke about it). I like the advice I get here - better than most doctors'. I like hearing about peoples' passions and hobbies - music, art, growing cannabis, writing, jewelry making, fishing, ukelele making , politics, travel - what a diverse and talented group we are! How fun it would be if we could all get together in person. I like that I am constantly reminded here of the blessings I have. I like that I can be me in ways that I can't usually be me, and that I feel I can trust people on this forum. I like having a place where I can escape from the stresses I go through each day. And yes, thanks to DJ and the other admins who do such a great job of keeping this going. And to you Mike for raising the question.
Very well articulated by everyone's comments above. Its a great site as the information given is straight from peoples own experiences with there injuries, there is a fantastic willingness to help each other.
I find the stories & experiences that are shared on here are comforting,informative & most importantly straight from the heart Thanks to all on here for sharing.