Virtual emotion

That's exactly what it's like rosecarmel. I think the fact that we're all individuals with different characters, ideas and experiences adds to the 'plot'.

I don't have a favorite forum member, I like them all, and am grateful this forum doesn't have a like button! It keeps the playing field level -

To me, a forum is like reading a book that's almost constantly in the process of writing itself - There's character deveopememt, plot lines, written by infinite authors - Its an interactive read and it matters not if the author isn't someone's cuppa in real life/time..

Yes, good post Bradfordlass
Like allassinsane, I 'lurked' for a while before joining GN. I joined because of the useful information and the practical and emotional support to be found here. It's such a wonderful supportive group of people that it's a shame when some of them are bad-tempered. Let's stick to helping each other!

Where is MissAdventure? Is she OK or does no-one know?

Thank you Bradfordlass for your nice post.
Yes, I agree, we’re a bit like family. We have our ups and downs, and our disagreements as well, sometimes, but generally it’s a good place to come just for a chat, or advice or even to vent on occasion!. There’s always someone ready to offer support, guidance and a friendly word. I love it.

Oh BradfordLass what a sweet post.

When I first came on GN I felt overwhelmed and posted occasionally and cautiously. I wondered how on Earth you all got to kind of ‘know’ one another? I got to realise some actually met up, so that must have helped. But over time (many months actually) I began to ‘place’ people better. Mick with his ‘good morning’ thread definitely helped. It’s gentle, reminds us all where we post from and ‘introduced’ me to posters gradually.

I’ve had some lovely private messages and now I’ve really come to appreciate my virtual friends. Although I’m not one for meeting up I do love to read about you all.

I’m amazed and humbled by the way some cope with the slings and arrows in life. Those of you are struggling in various ways are pretty awesome in my book.

I ❤️ GN! I never thought I’d get so involved.

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I agree BradfordLass it's great having our virtual friends here on Gransnet and as you say feel genuinely sad and happy for people we've never met.
I feel that each posters personality comes through when you get used to their posts and that makes you feel as though you know them.
Some as you say are miseries and some a bit too feisty for me but the majority are lovely.
Thank you my virtual friends! ?

Like you BradfordLass I have been very moved and really upset when reading of the difficult circumstances other Gransnetters are going through. I don't 'know' the posters concerned either.

And some people, including you, have the knack of posting lovely messages. It's what makes GN a good site. People generally care for each other.

As always, perhaps I ought to exclude the News and Politics threads from that last sentence. Daggers are often drawn there. I am glad we mostly agree to disagree. Never discuss politics or religion they say. I can see why.

I am coming to love my friends that live in my 'puter.

I'm new to GN but have 'lurked' for quite a few months. I agree it's a heartwarming place.
Some of the posts I've read have made me laugh out loud and then others have been heartbreaking, and I've shed a tear or two.
It's good to know that this is a place where you can open up if you want to, have a joke and a laugh and get advice if you need it, and discuss topics of the day without anyone being too judgmental. (hope I spelt judgmental right!)

Great post Bradfordlass ?
Actually, yes, where is missadventure come to think of it?
I know she has a very busy life, so hopefully that’s all it is.

Bradfordlass, what a lovely post, and so echoes what I think about folk on here. I often get very emotional about other people who write on here, often with their heart on their sleeve. Thank you, and keep on being a GNetter.

Such a lovely post Bradfordlass and so true this forum is full of very knowledgeable GNers who really go out of their way to help in one way or another.
Over the years I have made some fab virtual friends who are always there if I need them and I could pass them in the Street and wouldn't know them from Adam.

Lovely post Bradfordlass. People on here are lovely.

I agree Bradfordlass .

I have been surprised at how overwhelming it can be reading about other people’s sadness and challenges . The desire to empathise without being able to actually physically help has been something I didn’t realise could be so sad .

I’m amazed at the strength, courage and good humour that people face some of the saddest situations with.

You’re heroes !!

Good post BradfordLass. I love gn and would miss it hugely if it wasnt there.

I fully agree Bradfordlass.....Thankyou and everyone else who post here.

Thank you BradfordLass for giving us insight into life "down under" and being part of the melting pot that is GN.
The fact that we don't all agree, just adds interest IMHO

And thank you too BradfordLass, for your caring and measured posts.