In support of Gransnet

I cannot remember exactly when I discovered GN - possibly eight or nine years ago.

I am only an occasional poster as I do not spend that much time on line but I really appreciate GN.

When it comes to News and Politics, which I know some GNetters prefer to avoid, I really appreciate the debates.

Obviously it is good to read the posts of those who are on my wavelength but I also do read other points of view and sometimes find that we have more in common than we might suppose.

Fennel I think I know who you mean.

I've actually been here since day 1! Got the prize of a Nintendo DS XL that was for the first however many signed up. (GNHQ, please tell me exactly when that was!???)

Still here, dip in and out, have had support, (emotional) good advice on products, gardening etc, some great laughs and real support through a really bad time.

You know who you are, and although it was quite a few years ago, I will never forget it, you were absolute stars? and made a difference that you may never fully understand, but will be appreciated for ever.

I make a point of "passing it on" whenever I can.

With love, gratitude and thanks,

Phoenix xx

ps Thanks to Gransnet for keeping me going - I'm 84 now .

I joined Gransnet in 2013 when a longstanding member had gone missing. I knew of her from another forum I belonged to.
Since then Gransnet has been my daily virtual friend.
Like someone else Charleygirl? I don't often ask for emotional support. But like to join the replies to practical topics.
And occasionally give advice on psychological/ therapeutic topics as that was my occupation years ago.

Hi Megs36 {I'm waving}

What a good idea for a thread AGAA4.

RosalynGot to agree, I’ve mentioned before that even after more than a year I still feel like the new girl on GN. Never really had any replies or comments from some of the most popular threads.

I’m happy for people who have found support.
I enjoy some of the topics but still feel like an outsider. That said I’d tend to fit in easily to things.

My 'cry for help' was for practical advice and many responded and gave me that help, which I am very grateful for.

The emotional help was given by friends, who I knew well.

I would not dream of coming here for emotional support but I enjoy reading the practical advice and many times I have
added my halfpenny worth when related to my past job.

I also have seen TV programmes which were recommended here which I would have missed.

I joined just about 10 weeks ago so am still a “newbie” but I have found it’s a positive in my life. I have family and friends - but this adds a different dimension. It’s been great so far, thank you all for being so welcoming. ?
From my name you can tell I am always on the word games threads, the Maths class with Miss Marydoll, and Soop’s kitchen. I’m even venturing into the Argy bar as I love the banter in there.
I don’t live alone but I can imagine it has been a real lifeline to many grans who do, especially during lockdown.

I spend too much time in here too. I often wonder if i actually know anyone in real life !! I sometimes fear I’d be too easy to identify .....

Yes TV threads I’ve seen good stuff as a result of that advice.

Do you think meeting up in real life changes the dynamics between those who’ve met up? I guess it would. I like the practical advice - I’ve bought tops and a cardigan which I think of as my GN buys. I can’t imagine coming here for emotional support and advice but I understand why people do. I also like the Tv threads as I watch quite different things sometimes from DH and it’s nice to talk about them with someone.

Before lockdown, I was meeting two different lots of GNs for coffee/lunch or whatever each month. Four of us have been meeting very locally I think for over 4 years now and we get along so well but I doubt if our paths would have crossed in "normal" life if that makes sense.

I also spend far too much time on here.

On balance, GN is good place to hang out; far more positives than negatives. I've made many online friends in the 4 years I've been here, some I've met irl and some I hope to meet shortly.

I don't agree with everyone but it is good to think about and respect the views of others. I have learned a lot.

Nice post AGAA4 I enjoy GN too, lots of interesting and helpful people with a wealth of experience.
Like Whitewave I spend too much time on here even with its ups and downs. Several posters have the same outlook that I do, many don't but that's what makes it interesting.

I had lurked for several months, only started posting after the death of my Mum, which is over three years ago.

Have met up in real life with with some posters and made some lovely real friends.

GN on the whole is a lovely online community.

There are quite a few I would like to meet. I have had some good laughs on here and there is a lot of good common sense from many.

I echo AGAA 's words - Thankyou to all on GN. I have not been of much help to anyone, but have got so much out of you ?

When things get back to normal ( next year?) hopefully you will be able to do that AGA ?

I would like to do that Lemongrove as I have come to like so many of the posters on here.

Also AGA ( forgot to add) I have met so many lovely people through GN at meet ups ( real life meet ups.)

I am also getting used to other posters and know what to expect from their posts.