My very first thread on gn was ages ago and...

merlotgran , WhenIm64 was a different poster. I joined 10 years ago just after my 64th birthday. I couldn’t quite believe I’d hit 64, could hear the Beatles singing and decided on iam64. I’ve considered changing it as I’ve got (fortunately) even older but decided to stay with it

Thanks Iam. When disappeared quite suddenly shortly after Greatnan died (they were friends in RL) so I wondered if she had changed her username. Now I can stop wondering. 😂

What I find amazing about this kind of thread (reminiscing) is how much detail people seem to remember. I don't remember who I've discussed what with on the whole. I'm glad about that because it means what is discussed is depersonalised and one can concentrate on the ideas/subjects rather than who is saying what.

Over the years I have met and got to know a few gransnetters personally. I can't remember meeting anyone unpleasant in all the meetups I've been to.

Baggs, perhaps we are all on our best behaviour at the meetups. .

It has always been a pleasure to meet you.

I agree, baggs. Apart from one poster who seems to have it in for me (but has been missing for a while) I forget who I have disagreed with and each conversation is new.

Not being a joiner of anything, I surprised myself by plucking up courage to post on GN. I discovered it by accident when I spotted a thread about long distance grand parenting which struck a chord with me since my only granddaughter lived in the US (and still does).

It was during the time Greatnan had gone missing but I had such kind and supportive comments which really helped me.

Over a short space of time I suffered several bereavements including DH, two of his sisters, my own sister and two very close friends. I had the most incredible support and also met up with several GNs as well as receiving countless kind private messages.

I have never been unfortunate enough to have any negative experiences on here but I don’t participate in controversial threads and don’t start my own.

As to those of you asking after Galen, she and I had a wonderful cruise to the eastern Med last September(see photo). She does have limited mobility but is otherwise fine. I believe she posts in soop’s kitchen from time to time.

I don’t post much any more although I try to catch up when I can. I am deeply sorry to hear of Urms and Kalu having such difficult times with their DH’s. My heart goes out to them and to all of you beset with illness or unhappiness.

Thank you to all of you who have been so kind to me whether it be in RL or online. You are all special people.

Lovely to see you Bella

Thank you Kitty and apologies for not answering your original question.🙈

Good to see you, and Galen bella. I’ve been wondering about you both.

This thread has wandered all over the place and been all the better for that!

👋 to Bellasnana and Galen It’s nice to see a photo of you both again.

kittylester

This thread has wandered all over the place and been all the better for that!

Exactly so kittylester. It’s a curiosity to make friends on a forum but it’s clear that does happen.
Lovely photograph of you Bella and Galen

Lovely photo and good to see you posting, Bella.

I have heard from Chewy, she is well and sends her regards.
Unfortunately, she rarely looks at GN, but various reasons.

Thanks for that update MD. Please send my best to Chewy when you’re next in touch.

As to those of you asking after Galen, she and I had a wonderful cruise to the eastern Med last September(see photo). She does have limited mobility but is otherwise fine. I believe she posts in soop’s kitchen from time to time.

I'm so glad to hear that, I was about to paddle across the Bristol Channel in my coracle to make sure Galen was ok

You both look lovely in that photo 🙂

What a lovely relaxed photo of the pair of you Bella. Pleased to hear you are both well.

This is the second thread, the last one being Scottish Grans Non-Political, we have covered a fair area, no daggers drawn and not a cross word has been said. It is possible!

Lovely photo, Bellasnana. I see Galen is wearing her famous pearls! 🥳

I don’t know when I first posted here, Greatnan was here. I so remember 1st November 2017 , I received an early morning telephone call, my beloved Catherine was dead, I was alone, no one to call on, sitting alone with much grief, I posted here, received so much care, I was supported through funeral arrangements, inquest and the dark days which followed, fellow posters saved my life. Thank you.

Sorry, forgot to say -I miss Chewy

I'm glad we were able to support you, even if in a small way, during that terrible time, Anniebach

Anniebach , we all remember that time, huge grief and your daughter died much too young. Gransnet can be a source of loving support in the most difficult times of our lives
That’s much more significant than the occasional negatives
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You look as kind as your posts Bella and so young!

Kate1949 thank you so much! What a lovely thing to say. I’ve a birthday coming up and am not feeling very young so you have cheered me up! There are so many kind people on GN, it’s heartwarming.💕