Girlbysea has decided that it would be best for her to take a break from the board. I understand her reasons, so I won’t ask her to stay, even though I will miss her terribly. She is one of the kindest souls I have ever had the privledge of meeting; I can not ever recall hearing her say a harsh word to anyone.
I am posting this because I know a lot of you admire GBS and might worry about her absense. Please join me in wishing her all the best.
I’m sorry to hear that. Did something on the board upset her or does she just need some RL time? I know I need to get a life and spend less time here… 
I’m gonna get my butt fired! (and the rest of me too!)
** tatertot, ** thanks for taking the time to post this. I have missed ** GBS, ** but I admit she would have to have more fortitude than a bunch of truckers to stay. Bless her tender heart, she’ll be missed. Please give her my best, okay??
Judy
PS. How are you doing by the way??
Thanks for taking the time to post this tatertot. I hope GBS doesn’t take too long of a break - she’ll really be missed.
I understand her reasons for taking a hiatus, but am grateful for Girlbysea’s great heart, kind voice and gracious presence here.
This place is the world in microcasm, but with community scaled down by choice, chance and luck. But it’s a vital world nonetheless, and Girlbysea will leave a vacuum indeed.
Each voice is valued here, and hers is surely one of the kindliest, gentlest we’ve know. She’s greatly valued for herself, for surely no higher honor could be paid.
I hope you come back, GBS, but even if you don’t, you leave a lot of solid friends who’ve gotten to know and value you for the wonderful person you are.
Best wishes to you,
Veb
I will miss your posting as well GBS, you are a kind soul. I wish you much happiness!
Thanks tater for passing this on to us.
GBS–I didn’t have the opportunity to interact with you, but any friend of Tatertot is a friend of mine. I hope you’ll be back with us soon, and in good spirits!
Tater, you’re a loyal friend. I’m proud that you number me among yours.
I hope she returns soon, GBS is a wonderful woman, we will miss her kindness.
My heart is heavy at your leaving, but I think I understand it. All the best to you, always, my dear friend. Take care of yourself, and come back when you can. This Ragpicker will always be here for you. {{{{{{GBS}}}}}}
Thank you, tatertot for letting us know. Your kindness is much appreciated. How are you holding up? {{{{{tatertot}}}}}