It’s been one year since I first started posting to the boards. One year ago today, after lurking and reading the archives voraciously because I was stuck at a QA job I despised, I registered and began posting. With all that’s happened in the past year, it seems like so much longer… I’ve seen relationships bloom, marriages start and end, amazing friendships forged, and the strength of a community tested and proven time and time again, all because of these boards. Hell, I even moved cross-country (and back again) as a result of this place.
It’s hard to remember that there was a “before”; a time when I didn’t post here and didn’t know you all… just like it’s hard to remember a “before” when planes full of innocent people weren’t used as weapons. I’ve learned a lot, both good and bad, as a result of this place.
I just wanted to take a second and say thanks to all the people I’ve met here, especially the moderators and administrators that do so much work to keep this place running. I’ve gone through some pretty awful stuff in the past year, and quite a few of you have helped me out; some of you without even knowing it. To the BAD’s–I miss you guys, a lot. I don’t think any of you know how important you all were to me, being 3,000 miles from home. You made me feel welcome and like I did have some true friends. Hopefully I’ll get back out there to visit… someday.
So here’s to you, Dopers… thank you for being the people you are, and making me better because of it.
Wow…only a year it seems like longer to me…you were someone I noticed when you started posting and I have followed all the things you have done in the past year (in a good non-stalkerish way). You are one of the good ones, Rasa and I appreciate your posts,and I appreciate when you grace our presence in chat…
Rasa, all I’ve got is love for you. Even before we met, I thought you were one cool-ass poster. I hope from here on out your life is mostly ups - you’ve had enough downs lately. I miss you out here. Congratulations on your anniversary.
woodstockbirdybird, my “brother”… remember, “Two L’s and two T’s, crazy they be!” Us double-L double-T’s gotta be strong and fight for our extra T. I shall always treasure the memory of a drunkassed Shane MacGowan and his “This ish a schong about hic drinkin’!” I miss you too, my friend.
Rasa you’re a doll. I feel very fortunate to have met you, online and IRL. I hope this next year is a good one for you. Keep posting and stay in touch.
Woo! Thanks thinks, I’m also glad to have met you IRL. Your warmth was astonishing. Oh wait, that was the butane heater. But you were pretty cool yourself, nonetheless. Hopefully we’ll meet again.
As you can see, I’m a much more recent addition to this community.
I just had to drop in and learn more about this “Rasa” who thinks my sig is “damn good.” Its from my favorite souce for online comics, http://www.spaceagecomics.com!
Bloodsausage (the strip its from), Buffman, and a few others are alumni of The Daily Texan, which I read wile getting my Geogaphy degree (minor in Geology…).
Congrats on your first year! I hope I have as many posts come next February (guess I better get a move on…)!
Rasa, you’re one of the first people in the SDMB community that I met…because I was too nervous to post at first and decided to go scope out chat first instead. You guys were all so nice to me, and I’m glad y’all encouraged me to take the plunge and introduce myself on the boards. Thanks for making me feel welcome.
Glad you dropped in, caveman, your sig gave me a giggle, which are hard to come by these days! I’ll keep my eye out for you from now on.
And how could I not love a poster named Bottle of Smoke? One of my favorite Pogues songs. And I’ve seen it performed live… sigh Good to see you, BoS, last I recall you were on board leave. Nice to see your name again.
Jadzie! If we were encouraging, I’m frightened. It’s been a pleasure getting to know you as well. Now please be careful on that bike!
ARRRRRR right back atcha Monstr! Hanging out at SLODope with you rocked. Even if you do toss and turn in your sleep and made the air mattress (VROOM VROOM!) make crunchy noises!
Nen, it’s the thought that counts. Or something. I’ll pretend I didn’t have to kick you in the ass to get you to post here. Glad you’ve been part of the past year too, my friend, and here’s hoping the next one treats us better.
And it does indeed grow on you, Zyada. I’ve never been a dope fiend before!
I’m teasing. You’ve got more wit, intellect and common sense than most 30 year olds I know.
