So what do you do?

[LUVMYTINK]

It's a different feeling here now, which is sad. This was a place I loved to read and have a good chuckle, it's just not the same

I feel the same way.

 

[Doe]

As my kids would say about something they don't like, "this sucks". Yep, big time.

 

[NCDisneyMom]

Quite frankly, I'm surprised this thread has lasted this long already, and hasn't gone POOF! yet.

 

[HelenePA]

What I find saddest is that people feel they have to choose at all! Variety is the spice of life, right?

People aren't happy here anymore. I can't say I blame them. They've lost over 80 friends in the last week for what?? WHY? no one will say or wait we are still waiting for the lawyers and lawsuit right? How can they feel like they dont have to make a choice?

 

[ladysoleil]

I'm horrified. I'm just finding out about this now. Some of my favorite posters are gone. Even though I don't know everyone personally, this place feels like family.

It's not going to be the same without them.

 

[LeftCoaster]

I was involved with the demise of another message board I did cry over that one. I haven't let myself get emotionally attached to alot of people on the net because of it. I still wonder about people I posted with for 3 years.

I actually have one group that splintered off into two groups because of political discussions. I still stay in touch with a lot of the people but, it was really sad when we had the splinters.

On the plus side, I've known most of these people for over 10 years now and many of them have become good, real life friends too.

I also have another group of friends that are all DVC owners too that have been together for a number of years.

 

[HelenePA]

Quite frankly, I'm surprised this thread has lasted this long already, and hasn't gone POOF! yet.

maybe the powers that be are at dinner?

 

[FSUMARCHIEF]

Putting toe into the water to say that I was a part of a 'clique thread' where a couple of folks went poof. granted, perhaps they did something they shouldn't have done, I never learned the full story.

But, who would have thought that we would put so much creedance to friends we meet on the internet? Certainly not me. But I would say, even though we live in all parts of the country, the folks I'm friends with, most of whom aren't here any more are very close friends.

And yeah, when you lose contact with someone, it's not a good thing. Ever, regardless of the circumstances. I don't know all the ins and outs of what's happened over here because I don't post much here myself anymore. But, I pain is pain, regardless if it's over the internet or where. I'm sorry to all of you.

Blessings!
Mark

 

[BeNJeNWaFFLe]

I am not close to anybody on these boards, except my bff that posts pretty much only on the DVC boards. However, it is still really sad to see so many people I respect and enjoy reading disappear.

Same here. The posters I've always enjoyed reading are no longer here. I used to come by just about every day in hopes to "see" them. Now, I'm not so sure I have a reason. I might not have to make that decision anymore...

 

[LaraK]

Maybe they realize that we're going through grieving right now and we NEED to be free to talk about this.

 

[AuntieM03]

I think part of the problem is that we are used to coming here to vent and for comfort, but in this situation it is not possible to do that.

 

[BratTink]

Putting toe into the water to say that I was a part of a 'clique thread' where a couple of folks went poof. granted, perhaps they did something they shouldn't have done, I never learned the full story.

But, who would have thought that we would put so much creedance to friends we meet on the internet? Certainly not me. But I would say, even though we live in all parts of the country, the folks I'm friends with, most of whom aren't here any more are very close friends.

And yeah, when you lose contact with someone, it's not a good thing. Ever, regardless of the circumstances. I don't know all the ins and outs of what's happened over here because I don't post much here myself anymore. But, I pain is pain, regardless if it's over the internet or where. I'm sorry to all of you.

Blessings!
Mark

I miss reading about all you guys and your fastpassing exploits.

 

[Byrd]

Me too. I don't post much, but I read a LOT here. I miss seeing the contributions of those that are no longer with us.

They are not far away, but you could join them there.

 

[Pop Daddy]

I lost so many friends over the years on the dis, I just hate it

 

[FSUMARCHIEF]

I miss reading about all you guys and your fastpassing exploits.

Wow - I remember you reading all our trip reports! Thanks for saying hey!!

Blessings!
Mark

 

[Planogirl]

The TOS have changed? I didn't know that.

 

[lunabkat]

It very sad. The worst being that some people are getting a laugh out of it. How twisted is that? There are alot of people who connect on these boards everyday and its just been a real betrayal to us all to be treated like this. One day your fine, next, poof! gone. While people who are nasty, mean, vindictive and soul-less get to pop around as the please, starting trouble and being snarky.

What the heck?

 

[Serena]

Maybe they realize that we're going through grieving right now and we NEED to be free to talk about this.

I doubt it. Humility, compassion and few other things I won't mention seem to be gone for good.
I feel pretty dumb for expecting some sort of apology that I know won't come.

 

[TCPluto]

can someone clue me in here? perhaps i'm butting in, and if i am, i sincerely apologize, but i'm totally lost...

Hopefully I can post this link without issue, since it was a webmaster who started the thread:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1803492

Though after reading this thread, you will likely still have more questions than answers.

 

[LisaZoe]

I know it may sound simplistic but I tell my DD (6) is if she has a friend who doesn't want her to have other friends, that first person isn't really a friend. While I may not agree with everyone's opinion I read in various places here and there, that doesn't mean I don't still want the chance to play with whomever I choose.