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downtoearth Fri 18-Nov-22 10:23:12

That after being on GN for many years,I read and lurked,after being quite a chatty poster.
Life got in the way,a long relationship break down due to him cheating led to a loss of confidence and just feeling totally invisible and unlovable.
I had lost heart with GN also,any slight remarks I made seemed overlooked even though it has been a lifeline to me,as many familiar names are like knowing a real lufe friend.
A few days ago I posted and asked for hugs and was blown away by the response,I genuinely feel very warm inside because if this,and it has given me confidence to start a second thread and starting to post again on others threads, so thankyou all your kindness has really helped.

Grannybags Fri 18-Nov-22 11:17:46

Hi downtoearth I missed your thread asking for a hug so here's a belated one 🤗

I'm glad it helped. GN at its best!

Wheniwasyourage Fri 18-Nov-22 11:20:35

Welcome back to posting, downtoearth! Chatty and friendly posters are what we need to cheer us all up, IMO!

Blossoming Fri 18-Nov-22 11:22:36

Hello Downtoearth, I’m glad that the spirit of Gransnet is still there for you.

tanith Fri 18-Nov-22 11:44:05

How lovely to hear that downtoearth this place is very uplifting 🙂 (mostly).

Nannagarra Fri 18-Nov-22 11:47:29

Sending a belated hug downtoearth. I think you’re not alone in making a remark which to you is loaded with import but to others appears quite casual. (I’ve been there, done that.) Sometimes we need to have the confidence to be more assertive, to ask specifically for what we need from fellow posters. I’m so glad you did it and received such a positive response.

kittylester Fri 18-Nov-22 11:55:28

dte, I remember you from years ago and often wondered where you were? I think remember a lot of your story and you can have a hug anytime.

downtoearth Fri 18-Nov-22 12:40:04

Thankyou,I did lose 'me' for quite a while,and although I havent really posted I have read all of your stories and posts and lept upto date with you all.
Kitty I hope you are on the mend from your illness
I have read about your condition " blossoming and how you cope
Tanith I remember your story too
I hope the day is bright and filled with love and warmth for you all

LauraNorderr Fri 18-Nov-22 13:41:13

Lovely to know that a big Gransnet hug can work some magic. I’ll watch out for your chatty posts downtoearth and join in if I may. Great to have you back.

maddyone Fri 18-Nov-22 13:43:59

Keep posting downtoearth, you’ll find lots of lovely people on Gransnet flowers

sharon103 Fri 18-Nov-22 13:51:07

Sending another hug. Have a good day. smile

Oopsadaisy1 Fri 18-Nov-22 13:56:18

Plenty of hugs available on GN, looking forward to your posts.

Oreo Fri 18-Nov-22 13:58:42

Grannybags

Hi downtoearth I missed your thread asking for a hug so here's a belated one 🤗

I'm glad it helped. GN at its best!

I missed it too downtoearth but here’s another hug if it’s not too late.smile
We all go through rough patches but come out t’other side eventually.
Keep your comments going.

DanniRae Fri 18-Nov-22 14:08:50

Oreo

Grannybags

Hi downtoearth I missed your thread asking for a hug so here's a belated one 🤗

I'm glad it helped. GN at its best!

I missed it too downtoearth but here’s another hug if it’s not too late.smile
We all go through rough patches but come out t’other side eventually.
Keep your comments going.

And a great big HUG from me too!! smile

BigBertha1 Fri 18-Nov-22 15:55:48

Belated hug from me too and flowers. flowers

Nannylovesshopping Fri 18-Nov-22 15:58:08

It’s a bear hug from me and some 🍰

crazyH Fri 18-Nov-22 15:58:41

Hi downtoearth - so glad you’re feeling better - take care x

Sallyann51 Sun 20-Nov-22 11:20:52

Glad your feeling better. Welcome back

shoppinggirl Sun 20-Nov-22 11:22:19

And a giant hug from me too ! flowers

Purplepixie Sun 20-Nov-22 11:23:56

Here’s a belated HUG from me. X 🤗

Ffion63 Sun 20-Nov-22 11:25:11

And a belated hug and flowers from me. Glad you’re feeling better. 🥰💐💕

Alioop Sun 20-Nov-22 11:28:12

How lovely of you to send everyone thanks and welcome back. I'm sure GN helps us all at times. Here's another hug for today 🥰🥰

Sweetpeasue Sun 20-Nov-22 11:30:51

Sending you a huge hug from me too. How lovely of you to come back and tell everyone how much it helped. GN can be such a strength and so supportive. 💐

Barb22 Sun 20-Nov-22 11:32:58

Hi downtoearth I’m sure I sent you a hug but here’s another one in case you didn’t get it!

GrammarGrandma Sun 20-Nov-22 11:36:20

Welcome back! I'm sure you'll find a warm response.