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Posted by Dr. Bob on June 18, 2007, at 16:35:26
In reply to Please be civil » Aunt Virginia, posted by Racer on April 24, 2007, at 16:06:22
> Dr Bob may choose to adjust this deputy action.
You were asked to be civil under a different name, so I'm going to block this name, consider the length of your previous block tripled, and delete follow-ups to this post.
But please don't take this personally, this doesn't mean I don't like you or think you're a bad person.
If you or others have questions about this or about posting policies in general, please first see the FAQ:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/faq.html#civil
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/faq.html#enforceThanks,
Bob
Posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 14:42:13
In reply to Thanks for the opening--I am taking a leave, posted by gardenergirl on April 22, 2007, at 17:29:58
Hi everyone,
I've decided not to return from deputy leave, effective immediately. I've informed the other deputies and Dr. Bob already. I haven't decided what I want to do about continuing to post and whether I will keep the name gardenergirl or change to something else. If you don't see posts from gg again, please don't worry about me. It likely wouldn't mean that anything was wrong.You can still get in touch with me via babblemail or email: gardenergirl 88 at g mail dot com or at yahoo dot com.
Thanks
gg
If anyone wants to dance in celebration, please limit your parties to the hours of eight a.m. EDT until eleven p.m. EDT. I get cranky if noise keeps me up at night. ;)
Posted by Phillipa on June 24, 2007, at 21:04:14
In reply to Making leave permanent, posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 14:42:13
GG sorry about the decision but understand fully. Love Phillipa
Posted by sunnydays on June 24, 2007, at 21:32:41
In reply to Making leave permanent, posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 14:42:13
((((gg))))
Makes me sad that it came to this. But you have to do whatever you have to do to take care of yourself. If you don't continue to post, I'll miss you.
sunnydays
Posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 22:31:50
In reply to Re: Making leave permanent » gardenergirl, posted by sunnydays on June 24, 2007, at 21:32:41
If I ever want to finish school, I've got a couple big projects to get through. Which means I have to give up a few things that take up my time. Right now if it's not related to school or family, it's got to be back-burner.
I pretty much had already decided this when I first took leave. I guess I thought I could ease my way out, lol.
So it's all good. I just finally got around to actually taking the steps to "cut the cord".
Thanks,
gg
Posted by muffled on June 24, 2007, at 23:48:35
In reply to I should clarify, posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 22:31:50
GG,
:-(
Bye.
Hope you visit as GG or I won't know who you are :-(
You been around a long time.
But I am glad you getting on with stuff IRL. babble can be so consuming.
Miss ya,
Best wishes to ya,
Muffled
Posted by scratchpad on June 25, 2007, at 6:55:00
In reply to I should clarify, posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 22:31:50
Deputy GG, your wisdom and wit will be missed!
I was quite a blubbering mess when I decided to leave, as much of a relief as it was. I hope that yours is easier and the source of freedom and some happy dancing on your own end.
Personally, I'm sitting this one out.Scratchpad
:-(
Posted by Dinah on June 25, 2007, at 8:22:23
In reply to Making leave permanent, posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 14:42:13
No celebration here at all.
I understand completely. Babble takes up far too much of my time and emotional capital as well.
But I am so sad to lose you. I'll so miss your wisdom and clear thinking. And I have *never* known anyone to be more thorough in comparing what was written to the FAQ's and what has historically been allowed and so scrupulous about not allowing your personal feelings to influence your administrative actions. I especially admire your willingness to make hard decisions when you have to, because I know that that's one of the hardest parts of being a deputy to me.
You have been a fine and just deputy, and I will miss you so much in that capacity.
Posted by Dr. Bob on June 25, 2007, at 8:55:57
In reply to Making leave permanent, posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 14:42:13
> I've decided not to return from deputy leave, effective immediately.
As scratchpad said, I'm glad you're doing what's best for you. I very much appreciate all you've done as a deputy. You put a lot of time into it, and I've valued and will miss your voice in our discussions. I'm grateful especially that you took a leave from your leave when I disappeared.
I think Babble benefited from having you as a deputy. I definitely did.
Bob
Posted by muffled on June 25, 2007, at 9:40:17
In reply to Re: Making leave permanent » gardenergirl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 25, 2007, at 8:55:57
Well said Bob.
Good for you :-)
Good for you too GG :-)
Best wishes to both.
Muffled
Posted by Honore on June 25, 2007, at 10:17:57
In reply to WOW!!GG you got Bob to speak in a full sentence!!!, posted by muffled on June 25, 2007, at 9:40:17
I want to thank you again (see below) for being a deputy and also for having kept this site going, and going well.
I don't think I as a poster can really appreciate the fully quality of your contribution, especially because you haven't been as active as a deputy while I've been here--but I very much enjoyed reading Dinah's post.
I hope you stay around, as GG or as someone else-- because I feel as if I never got to know you as much as I would have liked.
Honore
Posted by 10derHeart on June 25, 2007, at 10:37:04
In reply to Re: Making leave permanent » gardenergirl, posted by Dinah on June 25, 2007, at 8:22:23
gg,
Everything Dinah said.
Everything Bob said.
Everything nice anyone has said or will say.
Me, too.
I can't say any more for myself right now, it's too hard :-(
But you know how I feel. see ya' round
Posted by gardenergirl on June 25, 2007, at 15:19:48
In reply to Re: Making leave permanent, posted by 10derHeart on June 25, 2007, at 10:37:04
I'm moved and honored by your comments. Thank you all. This is a great community, and I've gained so much from being a part of it. Which means I'm probably not going anywhere as a member. It's too hard to give up the support and friendships. :) But I haven't decided about my name yet.
Thanks again. :)
gg
Posted by MidnightBlue on June 25, 2007, at 17:35:58
In reply to Making leave permanent, posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 14:42:13
OH MY! So sad.......please take care and come and visit and post whenever you can. I will miss you.
MidnightBlue
Posted by tofuemmy on June 25, 2007, at 17:53:09
In reply to Thanks everyone!, posted by gardenergirl on June 25, 2007, at 15:19:48
Of course you know that I never wanted you to become a deputy in the first place cuz the pay sucks, the hours suck and the aggravation is unlimited. But, as most people do - you ignored my sage advice!! :-)
I'm glad you will have less stress in your life. I do so wish your reign had ended on a happier note. It's been so sad on Admin lately. Hopefully you can remember the good days...like when, you ask? Um,....I'll get back to you!
hugs, emmy
Posted by gardenergirl on June 26, 2007, at 9:35:54
In reply to I not good at endings :-( » gardenergirl, posted by muffled on June 24, 2007, at 23:48:35
Phillipa, thanks for your caring and understanding. Babble wouldn't be the same without your friendliness, and I've appreciated that. :)
Sunnydays, thanks for the hug, and your words mean a lot to me. For now, I'm not going anywhere, so you're stuck with me. :)
Muffy, endings are hard, aren't they? I'm a teeny bit sad about this ending (as deputy), too. I've appreciated all of your kind words.
But this one's not a total ending. I've decided I'm not going anywhere. And for now I have no plans to change my name. If I did, I would be inclined to change it to something that would still allow folks to know it's me. At least that's where my head's at right now.
Warmly,
gg
Posted by gardenergirl on June 26, 2007, at 9:40:40
In reply to Re: Making leave permanent » gardenergirl, posted by Dinah on June 25, 2007, at 8:22:23
I'm so honored by your words. Thank you for posting them. You and I worked very well together, and that doesn't happen every day. I'll miss the camaraderie, the dialogs, your wisdom and input, and just knowing you were there for me. But the best part is that I gained a lovely friend who has all those qualities I appreciated as a deputy. And more.
Okay, not quite so speechless, but this is sort of short for me. :)
With great affection and respect,
gg
Posted by gardenergirl on June 26, 2007, at 9:43:20
In reply to Doing what's best for GG, posted by scratchpad on June 25, 2007, at 6:55:00
Thanks, SP. I've had this in mind for sometime, so I guess I got the blubbering out of the way earlier, maybe. Your input based on your experience was very helpful, and I appreciate your generous sharing.
It's getting too hot to dance already today. Perhaps just our own little seated hand jive? Oh lordy am I dating myself.
namaste
gg
Posted by gardenergirl on June 26, 2007, at 9:47:08
In reply to Re: Making leave permanent » gardenergirl, posted by Dr. Bob on June 25, 2007, at 8:55:57
Thank you for those kind words, Dr. Bob. And thanks for the opportunity to help. I learned a lot and benefited as well.
I would imagine there might be some instances of my "voice" that perhaps you didn't appreciate. I admire your ability to stay in your role even in the midst of tantrums and such. ;)
With appreciation,
gg
Posted by gardenergirl on June 26, 2007, at 9:55:58
In reply to Re: Thanks everyone! » gardenergirl, posted by tofuemmy on June 25, 2007, at 17:53:09
Honore, what a kind and generous post. (Am I channeling Natalie Merchant?) ;) Seriously, thank you for saying that. I've enjoyed getting to know you better recently, and I hope that I'll have time to do more of that now.
MidnightBlue, thanks. I think I'm sticking around, though I'll have to be a bit more disciplined with my time. I've always enjoyed your posts and chatting with you. :)
Tofubutt, yes, you did advise against it. I forget, did you even say I was crazy? ;) Your advice was spot on in ways, though there have been positives to my "reign" (rhymes with "deign"?), too. And it's not ending on a negative note. It feels good to have made a decision just for me, and followed through with it. Progress, eh? Thank you my dear friend.
Best regards,
gg
Posted by Phillipa on June 26, 2007, at 19:30:10
In reply to Re: sunnydays, phillipa, and » muffled, posted by gardenergirl on June 26, 2007, at 9:35:54
GG great you have such wisdom and a lot of friends here. I'd hate to see you leave or not know who you were. Love Phillipa
Posted by susan47 on June 29, 2007, at 11:08:22
In reply to Re: sunnydays, phillipa, and » gardenergirl, posted by Phillipa on June 26, 2007, at 19:30:10
I hope you do still post gg, even if it's under a different name, because you're a HUGE part of the voice of Babble. Without your courage and your humanity and your ability to step in and say what you're thinking and feeling, none of us would have been able to progress in the same way.
I appreciate your being here very much and if you stop posting I think I might even miss you .. which is incredible really because I don't come around very often anymore, thank God for that...
Posted by susan47 on June 29, 2007, at 11:09:49
In reply to Re: sunnydays, phillipa, and » gardenergirl, posted by Phillipa on June 26, 2007, at 19:30:10
And in the remembering of these days on Babble, past and present, you know as you get older the memories will honestly get Sweeter. And that's true.
Posted by Lonely on July 2, 2007, at 19:47:03
In reply to Making leave permanent, posted by gardenergirl on June 24, 2007, at 14:42:13
GG,
I only "tune in" sporadically so I probably don't know you as well as the others, but, I actually do look at posts that have your name when browsing the posts. It's very sad to think that you won't be there. In the few times that we've communicated on the boards I've felt that we were on the same wavelength and that you had been helpful about explaining some neuro and psychological stuff. I really hate to lose a contact - tend to be sad about "good-bys" anyway.
Nonetheless, I know from first hand experience that completing something and moving to new ventures can be good for the psyche. Education is important and it can be a helpful step towards positioning one's self in terms of more opportunities and satisfaction.
Stay well and I hope you are in touch from time to time.
SP
> Hi everyone,
> I've decided not to return from deputy leave, effective immediately. I've informed the other deputies and Dr. Bob already. I haven't decided what I want to do about continuing to post and whether I will keep the name gardenergirl or change to something else. If you don't see posts from gg again, please don't worry about me. It likely wouldn't mean that anything was wrong.
>
> You can still get in touch with me via babblemail or email: gardenergirl 88 at g mail dot com or at yahoo dot com.
>
> Thanks
>
> gg
>
> If anyone wants to dance in celebration, please limit your parties to the hours of eight a.m. EDT until eleven p.m. EDT. I get cranky if noise keeps me up at night. ;)
Posted by Phillipa on July 2, 2007, at 22:17:52
In reply to Re: Making leave permanent » gardenergirl, posted by Lonely on July 2, 2007, at 19:47:03
Lonely I think gg will be back in less than a week just not a deputy as a poster like the rest of us. Love Phillipa
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