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Post by Drew on Nov 10, 2016 12:56:34 GMT
I love lurking around here but it's giving me anxiety. I don't want major fluff, I'm all about serious, thought provoking posts - just not about politics anymore. Plus I saw that skybar's back and that's a whole new level of hate.
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Post by miominmio on Nov 10, 2016 13:14:13 GMT
I love lurking around here but it's giving me anxiety. I don't want major fluff, I'm all about serious, thought provoking posts - just not about politics anymore. Plus I saw that skybar's back and that's a whole new level of hate. Put her on ignore, there is no need to read her posts if it gives you anxiety.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2016 14:55:41 GMT
I love lurking around here but it's giving me anxiety. I don't want major fluff, I'm all about serious, thought provoking posts - just not about politics anymore. Plus I saw that skybar's back and that's a whole new level of hate. It's gladdened my heart that most people just ignore her now, she's pretty much talking to herself on a lot of threads. The hate goes both ways when people engage her.
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flute4peace
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Post by flute4peace on Nov 10, 2016 14:56:42 GMT
I'm starting to feel the same way KikiPea. My opinion of many peas that I admired or at least just liked over the years have completely changed because of this election, and that really bothers me. But I feel with their gloating about voting for a bullying predator, their mask has come off and they aren't the people I thought they were. So it's rather disconcerting to read their non-political posts and know of the vitriol and hatred they carry in their hearts. How else could they have voted for that hateful man? So now everything is tainted. I can't block everyone, so it's probably better if I just find some other board to pass my time. Not a hair flip either, just sick and tired of hatred being so acceptable to some peas that they gave it legitimacy by voting it into power. I agree with you, but it's going both ways. Ridiculous. I think I'm going to end up on Kiki's bus as well. I just lost my **** on another thread & that tells me I've hit my limit. See you all on the fluff threads!
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Post by Restless Spirit on Nov 10, 2016 15:18:09 GMT
Kikipea, I know you are a scrapbooker. Please don't forget us on the Papercrafting boards. . The scrapping/stamping boards are my "Happy places". Everyone is so good about sharing and helping. And "enabling" on purchases. LOL Don't forget to stop by from time to time.
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Post by maryland on Nov 10, 2016 15:20:11 GMT
Me too! I have unfollowed many on facebook too. I am tired of all the political stuff (even though I agree with some of it). I want to see pictures of my facebook friend's kids, vacations, what they are up too. I have no interest in the political stuff on both sides. At least I will get much more cleaning done!
I do love the threads that are on other subjects, like books, cleaning, nail polish, your favorite beauty products!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2016 15:25:40 GMT
Yeah. I am just a lurker so won't be missed but there is too much hate and ugliness here for me. This used to be a relaxing, fun place I could check into for a few minutes. I mean, yeah I have seen some drama and not nice stuff here before but I have never seen anything like this. I'm out. I have no place in my life for this anymore.
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Post by anonrefugee on Nov 10, 2016 15:40:19 GMT
Well, I am back again today. Appreciating what many of you said upthread. A neighborhood, a Clinton supporter, handwrote a very ugly sign and put it in their yard. It was photographed and shared on our neighborhood board. More ugliness has followed. Id rather be here knowing many are sharing because they can't easily do it in real life, than confront bad behavior with faces I recognize. Let's hope lessons are learned and we can be together as one soon. I'm sorry if this sounds political. compeateropeator your good post caused me to log in.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2016 15:44:35 GMT
ETA: From listening to Hillary's speech & Obama's speech this morning, I got the impression that they both realize that there is a significant number of voters who feel alienated and are unhappy with how our political system works at this point. It is unfortunate that their supporters do not seem to have done the same. Shouldn't we ALL be of equal importance and not just the ones that agree with you? This. Clearly HRC's campaign missed the mark.
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Post by workingclassdog on Nov 10, 2016 16:50:40 GMT
I understand.. I need a break from all the political crap here and on FB. I noticed that with my DH out of town and my 21 year old (Air Force son) is home on vacation, we have had an awesome time watching movies and then watching the election on Tuesday night. We probably had one of the most grown up talks without either one of us having to get upset at anything. No reason too. DH gets pretty upset at all this election stuff and constantally has one of the news channels running. I haven't turned one national news on once since he's been gone (except Tuesday night while flipping between all the coverage).. and it's been so WONDERFUL.
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Post by grinningcat on Nov 10, 2016 17:18:16 GMT
I'm starting to feel the same way KikiPea . My opinion of many peas that I admired or at least just liked over the years have completely changed because of this election, and that really bothers me. But I feel with their gloating about voting for a bullying predator, their mask has come off and they aren't the people I thought they were. So it's rather disconcerting to read their non-political posts and know of the vitriol and hatred they carry in their hearts. How else could they have voted for that hateful man? So now everything is tainted. I can't block everyone, so it's probably better if I just find some other board to pass my time. Not a hair flip either, just sick and tired of hatred being so acceptable to some peas that they gave it legitimacy by voting it into power. I feel this way too. One person in particular has been on the boards rabid non-stop posting her glee, purposefully, and just rubbing it in; there are 2 that I just blocked--a first for me and that says a lot because I do read opposite sides to learn, and there are 3 who just reappeared on the political threads just to gloat and spew. It is horrible that there are those who insist that they are ALWAYS being called names, do it themselves with virtually every post, then pretend that they don't say anything like what they are complaining is being done to them. They ask for discussion, and then refuse to answer when you provide solid information that is against what they believe. A few others have been insistent that Republicans seem to know what is best for everyone, who seem to just "know" what each Amendment was supposed to mean (that their interpretation is right) and that all this bigotry, racisim, misogeny, xeonophobic behaviours are a-okay. I don't look at many of those people the same way either--I have lost all respect for them, and to me that is sad (I know they don't give a shit) because I liked reading what they had to say...until now. This election and how peas are acting is the same and no better than the vile protesters, spewing their nastiness. Never in my adult life did I ever thing we would regress so far back in just one election. Well said. It's sadly true.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2016 18:27:10 GMT
I am hopping on your bandwagon and am going to take a break, too. I now feel literal anxiety when I click my 2peas bookmark instead of enjoyment. That's a bad sign.
I know I'm a nobody so this post is rather pointless, but oh well.
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Nov 10, 2016 18:57:27 GMT
I am really going to (try to) do the same thing... I will probably hang out on Pinterest a LOT more.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 10, 2016 19:24:47 GMT
grinningcat and papercrafteradvocate, some of us are making a sincere effort to get past the election and are avoiding political posts. Kikipea is so upset about it that she started this thread and noted that she is leaving or at least taking a break from the board. But the two of you came to THIS thread and posted more of the same. I'm genuinely curious, do you not see yourselves at least a little bit as part of the problem? I understand that you are upset, I really do. But please. Were the 2,000 other posts that contain the word "hate" not enough for you?
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Post by msliz on Nov 10, 2016 19:34:36 GMT
Enjoy your break! Like a couple of others have mentioned, I'm hoping to spend more time on the scrappy side of the board. I just want something to distract me and lift my mood. It just isn't here right now on NSBR, but it won't be that way forever. Give it a little time, but then please do come back. We'll miss you!
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Post by julieb on Nov 10, 2016 19:41:16 GMT
I put a similar post on FB. I got bashed from my dh's best friend from high school, who is gay, that I was being "insensitive". I couldn't believe a simple post would make someone flip out so unnecessarily. I was being insensitive to what he "might" be subjected to in the future, by posting that I was tired of "political posts"
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Post by grinningcat on Nov 10, 2016 20:14:48 GMT
grinningcat and papercrafteradvocate , some of us are making a sincere effort to get past the election and are avoiding political posts. Kikipea is so upset about it that she started this thread and noted that she is leaving or at least taking a break from the board. But the two of you came to THIS thread and posted more of the same. I'm genuinely curious, do you not see yourselves at least a little bit as part of the problem? I understand that you are upset, I really do. But please. Were the 2,000 other posts that contain the word "hate" not enough for you? Yup. Sure do. Not as stupid as you think I am. However, my post expressed why I also was ready to take a break. Now, thanks to you, I'm pretty much done because you proved my point. I was also avoiding (for the most part) the political shit today, trying to change things. Thanks for kicking me while I'm down. Good job. Have a cookie.
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Nov 10, 2016 22:18:53 GMT
grinningcat and papercrafteradvocate, some of us are making a sincere effort to get past the election and are avoiding political posts. Kikipea is so upset about it that she started this thread and noted that she is leaving or at least taking a break from the board. But the two of you came to THIS thread and posted more of the same. I'm genuinely curious, do you not see yourselves at least a little bit as part of the problem? I understand that you are upset, I really do. But please. Were the 2,000 other posts that contain the word "hate" not enough for you? My apologies. I didn't realize we weren't allowed to share how we felt. I guess only certain peas are allowed to vent. I'll go delete my post then.
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Post by papercrafteradvocate on Nov 10, 2016 22:20:43 GMT
grinningcat and papercrafteradvocate, some of us are making a sincere effort to get past the election and are avoiding political posts. Kikipea is so upset about it that she started this thread and noted that she is leaving or at least taking a break from the board. But the two of you came to THIS thread and posted more of the same. I'm genuinely curious, do you not see yourselves at least a little bit as part of the problem? I understand that you are upset, I really do. But please. Were the 2,000 other posts that contain the word "hate" not enough for you? My apologies. I didn't realize we weren't allowed to share how we felt. I guess only certain peas are allowed to vent. I'll go delete my post then. I deleted my post. I hope that makes you happier and meets your approval of who can post what, where and when.
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Post by Zee on Nov 10, 2016 22:39:09 GMT
I get it...I even got attacked after I posted a POSITIVE comment. Some people just can't help themselves.
I don't feel a need to take a break, but I do feel a need to be sure I don't let myself get baited.
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Post by mcscrapper on Nov 11, 2016 2:47:24 GMT
I think there will be fewer political posts each day. Tomorrow will probably be much tamer than today. Yeah, maybe so but it IS Thrusday.... you know how we are. m SaveSave
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Post by Deleted on Nov 13, 2016 22:06:44 GMT
KikiPea you will be missed by so many and your presence will be missed on the birthday threads so I hope you do pop back in for those.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 13, 2016 22:30:50 GMT
fish is gone now too and I will miss hearing her perspective.
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