It's been a blast! I'm leaving....

molsongirl
molsongirl Posts: 1,373 Member
edited September 19 in Chit-Chat
This is Dave's response to a letter I wrote him...i'm leaving MFP because it's no longer a place I enjoy being, people can no longer get along and that saddens me. I've met some really nice people on here, and some of you, perfect strangers helped me through some of the worst times....i'm forever grateful...but i'm moving on.....Peace to all of you, be kind to each other!



Re: leaving the boards
Body: come on....that would be a real bummer......whats up?

maybe just take a break?

I understand though......I will probably be banned...yesterday....some ladies were offended by me cuz i said fat chick about an imaginary chick but they took it personally

there is a real maturity problem here

hope you reconsider...I would miss you
Previously you wrote:
Hey there bud,

I think i've finally outstayed my welcome, I'm thinking about leaving MFP and wanted to say thanks...you were a great read on the boards...peace buddy!

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  • MattySparky
    MattySparky Posts: 771
    who left? You or Dave?
  • MattySparky
    MattySparky Posts: 771
    ... er ya LOL... obviously you're still here, I just had a hard time following the conversation.
  • molsongirl
    molsongirl Posts: 1,373 Member
    who left? You or Dave?

    i'm deactivating my account, Dave's already left...i'm just gathering a few emails. and printing off a few meal plans, then i'm gone.
  • MattySparky
    MattySparky Posts: 771
    Yeah unfortunately these places, as helpful as they may be, are full of crap. Boards always give anybody a voice. Most of the time it's not good. I wont be here forever either. I've been pretty sucked off a few times by more than a few people.
  • molsongirl
    molsongirl Posts: 1,373 Member
    Yeah unfortunately these places, as helpful as they may be, are full of crap. Boards always give anybody a voice. Most of the time it's not good.

    I whole heartedly agree with you.
  • MattySparky
    MattySparky Posts: 771
    well I never got to know you but heres to you. good luck with everything. ps you've got the most interesting bio I've read on here so far.
  • bluroses
    bluroses Posts: 90 Member
    I'm sprry to see you go, though I do understand. I use this site mostly to keep track of my food and exercise but post to a different forum. Peace be with you all ways! :flowerforyou:
  • MissVitaVonCherry
    MissVitaVonCherry Posts: 709 Member
    I didn't know you, but I did read daves posts in that thread. and i myself to him taht I was NOT offended, and oppinions are like you know whats and everyone has one....that initself doesn't mean taht you have to listen to that oppinion at all:)
    Sorry taht you aree leaving:frown:
  • sassiebritches
    sassiebritches Posts: 1,861 Member
    she is gone :( That's to bad....and Dave too huh?

    Oh well......:flowerforyou:
  • Casfaye
    Casfaye Posts: 13 Member
    hmmm
  • TamTastic
    TamTastic Posts: 19,224 Member
    I'm sorry to see both of you go. Take care MG!!

    Dave's style might not have always been the best approach but he was very helpful too. His goal was always just to provide some information that he has learned himself. I am sure we all know those "overly blunt/honest kind of people in our own lives. Personalities don't always mesh in "Real Life" so I'm not sure why they are expected to on here. If you don't like the way someone goes about something, just don't go into threads they are posting just as you wouldn't really "Hang out" with that person in life (or just ignore it and focus on the posts that are helpful to you).

    Seems simple to me....and that we could all just do our own thing and be around those we get along with....and yet that just doesn't happen on here. Too many people complain about every little thing. The only time I have ever reported a person was when they either personally attacked me or were obviously trying to create drama where there didn't need to be any. :ohwell:

    Anyway, good luck to both. :flowerforyou:

    -Tam
  • leann_m_olson
    leann_m_olson Posts: 363 Member
    I'm sorry to see both of you go. Take care MG!!

    Dave's style might not have always been the best approach but he was very helpful too. His goal was always just to provide some information that he has learned himself. I am sure we all know those "overly blunt/honest kind of people in our own lives. Personalities don't always mesh in "Real Life" so I'm not sure why they are expected to on here. If you don't like the way someone goes about something, just don't go into threads they are posting just as you wouldn't really "Hang out" with that person in life (or just ignore it and focus on the posts that are helpful to you).

    Seems simple to me....and that we could all just do our own thing and be around those we get along with....and yet that just doesn't happen on here. Too many people complain about every little thing. The only time I have ever reported a person was when they either personally attacked me or were obviously trying to create drama where there didn't need to be any. :ohwell:

    Anyway, good luck to both. :flowerforyou:

    -Tam

    well said Tam!!
  • havingitall
    havingitall Posts: 3,728 Member
    I guess a lot of it is what you make it. I have seen people post on here things that I totally disagree with. I may voice my opinion in the thread, or I may keep it to myself and get on with life. Everybody has an opinion and they will differ from other people. It is how you deal with it that is important.

    If you allow it to get to you so much that you give up on something you enjoy, then maybe it is best that you back away.

    Personally, I could not do without the meal logging and the exercise logging. It keeps me on top of things. The threads can be very helpful and I have got a ton of information from some knowledgable people. There is also a lot of nonsense on here too, but it works for somebody.
  • TCASMEY
    TCASMEY Posts: 1,405 Member
    I love discussion. I love to listen to other people's points of view and hope they are willing to listen to mine. I wish everyone in our world would understand that everyone is entitled to think the way they do. We have freedom of thought. Some people's thoughts may make you uncomfortable but I have found that those opinions help me grow by either reinforcing what I believe or helping me to change views and attitudes. I love listening or in this case reading healthy discourse. I just wish some people were more willing to listen and stop being offended by other people's ideas. They have a right to their ideas!
  • keiko
    keiko Posts: 2,919 Member
    I'm sorry to see both of you go. Take care MG!!

    Dave's style might not have always been the best approach but he was very helpful too. His goal was always just to provide some information that he has learned himself. I am sure we all know those "overly blunt/honest kind of people in our own lives. Personalities don't always mesh in "Real Life" so I'm not sure why they are expected to on here. If you don't like the way someone goes about something, just don't go into threads they are posting just as you wouldn't really "Hang out" with that person in life (or just ignore it and focus on the posts that are helpful to you).

    Seems simple to me....and that we could all just do our own thing and be around those we get along with....and yet that just doesn't happen on here. Too many people complain about every little thing. The only time I have ever reported a person was when they either personally attacked me or were obviously trying to create drama where there didn't need to be any. :ohwell:

    Anyway, good luck to both. :flowerforyou:

    -Tam

    well said Tam!!

    Another "Well said Tam!"

    And I know that Dave is already gone but I did enjoy his posts. And teasing him about cool whip! I'll always think of him when someone offers me some.
    MG, you are one of the most giving people I've met. I hope you continue to be the person you are. Inspiring and Caring.
  • mommared53
    mommared53 Posts: 9,543 Member
    Wow, I go on vacation and move so I'm off MFP for a while and when I get back I find two more wonderful people have left MFP. That is too bad. I wish Dave and Molson Girl the best of luck. I'll miss reading their posts.

    Betty
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