Away/Back thread

['andersom']

I agree. 

[The_Chosen_One]

I think I'm gonna give here a break, if not leave. Every year I come back here, there always seems to be some sort of fight break out, and I get ganged up on and made to feel unwelcome. First there was Kosmo back in '08, then Rage & Bint in '09, then Scrap last year, now this present crap that's going on. It seems I can't say anything here without being ridiculed, having sarcasm thrown at me, or ad hominems tossed at me as well. I've been told it's because people think I'm a 'know-all'. Jesus Christ, since when does having an opinion and sticking to it make one a 'know-all'?

And another message I'm getting is that their is a cliquey behaviour - if you don't belong to the 'in'crowd, then you are fucked and the rest can do what they like to you. Stand up for yourself, and you cop it even worse. I really thought everyone would have been beyond that schoolyard shit, but some obviously aren't.

So I've decided that the best thing I could do is get out of here before I have another meltdown and really do something stupid. I'm sick of this happening every goddamn year, and don't see why I should be goaded and pushed into them because some think I'm an easy target.

I've tried to enjoy myself here, but being made to feel unwelcome at the same time is too much for anyone to handle.

[midlifeaspie]

I think I'm gonna give here a break, if not leave. Every year I come back here, there always seems to be some sort of fight break out, and I get ganged up on and made to feel unwelcome. First there was Kosmo back in '08, then Rage & Bint in '09, then Scrap last year, now this present crap that's going on. It seems I can't say anything here without being ridiculed, having sarcasm thrown at me, or ad hominems tossed at me as well. I've been told it's because people think I'm a 'know-all'. Jesus Christ, since when does having an opinion and sticking to it make one a 'know-all'?

And another message I'm getting is that their is a cliquey behaviour - if you don't belong to the 'in'crowd, then you are fucked and the rest can do what they like to you. Stand up for yourself, and you cop it even worse. I really thought everyone would have been beyond that schoolyard shit, but some obviously aren't.

So I've decided that the best thing I could do is get out of here before I have another meltdown and really do something stupid. I'm sick of this happening every goddamn year, and don't see why I should be goaded and pushed into them because some think I'm an easy target.

I've tried to enjoy myself here, but being made to feel unwelcome at the same time is too much for anyone to handle.

It's interesting how you think.  When you share your opinion you tell everyone else they are wrong and then cite many reasons why you feel this way.  When someone disagrees with you and shares their opinion on why you are wrong they are all a bunch of NT bashing assholes who belong to a clique and wake each morning with no other purpose than to push you over the edge and make you melt down and do something stupid.

That must be hard to live with.  I hope the break does you good.

[Psychophant]

I think I'm gonna give here a break, if not leave. Every year I come back here, there always seems to be some sort of fight break out, and I get ganged up on and made to feel unwelcome. First there was Kosmo back in '08, then Rage & Bint in '09, then Scrap last year, now this present crap that's going on. It seems I can't say anything here without being ridiculed, having sarcasm thrown at me, or ad hominems tossed at me as well. I've been told it's because people think I'm a 'know-all'. Jesus Christ, since when does having an opinion and sticking to it make one a 'know-all'?

And another message I'm getting is that their is a cliquey behaviour - if you don't belong to the 'in'crowd, then you are fucked and the rest can do what they like to you. Stand up for yourself, and you cop it even worse. I really thought everyone would have been beyond that schoolyard shit, but some obviously aren't.

So I've decided that the best thing I could do is get out of here before I have another meltdown and really do something stupid. I'm sick of this happening every goddamn year, and don't see why I should be goaded and pushed into them because some think I'm an easy target.

I've tried to enjoy myself here, but being made to feel unwelcome at the same time is too much for anyone to handle.

I like your comments, I find you honest and to the point.   But, I can understand taking a break.  And I know what being called a "know it all" means.   FWIW, I appreciate your comments and hope you come back soon.   

[Calavera]

I like your comments, I find you honest and to the point.   But, I can understand taking a break.  And I know what being called a "know it all" means.   FWIW, I appreciate your comments and hope you come back soon.   

I agree.

Steve, you may not always be right, and some of your views are a bit off, and you do have issues that need to be dealt with, but I like you. I hope you get a good break and come back soon when you're ready to kick ass and further mock the hell out of someone's big fucking peters.

['Butterflies']

Im sorry you feel that way, and Im sorry youre choosing to leave.

You say that you get into a fight each year, and imply that its always the other peoples fault. Is that really realistic.

This is the first one of your meltdowns that Ive witnessed, that wasnt largely conducted within the privaxy of PMs, and I can honestly say that you were throwing around the ad homs every bit as much as Squid and MLA.

['andersom']

Taking a break before you meltdown is a good thing.

Progress too. (No, I am not making fun of you, it is progress)

[Osensitive1]

Yes, breaks can be good.

[Callaway]

Taking a break before you meltdown is a good thing.

Progress too. (No, I am not making fun of you, it is progress)

This is true.  It's a good thing.

I hope that you have a good break TCO and come back when you feel better.

[renaeden]

Taking a break before you meltdown is a good thing.

Progress too. (No, I am not making fun of you, it is progress)

This is true.  It's a good thing.

I hope that you have a good break TCO and come back when you feel better.

I agree. Don't know much yet about the argument (haven't read yet) but I find you are generally a good read.

And welcome back PPK!  It is really good to see you.

[odeon]

I think I'm gonna give here a break, if not leave. Every year I come back here, there always seems to be some sort of fight break out, and I get ganged up on and made to feel unwelcome. First there was Kosmo back in '08, then Rage & Bint in '09, then Scrap last year, now this present crap that's going on. It seems I can't say anything here without being ridiculed, having sarcasm thrown at me, or ad hominems tossed at me as well. I've been told it's because people think I'm a 'know-all'. Jesus Christ, since when does having an opinion and sticking to it make one a 'know-all'?

And another message I'm getting is that their is a cliquey behaviour - if you don't belong to the 'in'crowd, then you are fucked and the rest can do what they like to you. Stand up for yourself, and you cop it even worse. I really thought everyone would have been beyond that schoolyard shit, but some obviously aren't.

So I've decided that the best thing I could do is get out of here before I have another meltdown and really do something stupid. I'm sick of this happening every goddamn year, and don't see why I should be goaded and pushed into them because some think I'm an easy target.

I've tried to enjoy myself here, but being made to feel unwelcome at the same time is too much for anyone to handle.

You're always welcome here, TCO. I don't think you should leave.

[odeon]

Taking a break before you meltdown is a good thing.

Progress too. (No, I am not making fun of you, it is progress)

I'd agree. Meltdowns are nasty stuff and if they can be avoided, then it's all good.

Arguments will happen, as will internet flamewars and fights, and even meltdowns, but they are rarely or never as bad as they look. Give them a few days and some perspective, and there will be more interesting and positive things to ponder.

[midlifeaspie]

If the worst thing that happens to you this year is that somebody makes fun of you on the internet and nobody comes to your defense, consider it a very good year and crack open a beer to celebrate.

[odeon]

If the worst thing that happens to you this year is that somebody makes fun of you on the internet and nobody comes to your defense, consider it a very good year and crack open a beer to celebrate.

It's all relative, though. If the Internet is all you have, for example, you'd have little reason to celebrate.

[The_Chosen_One]

Thanks for that odeon and Callawya. I'm feeling better now and everything is OK.