Is it me or do the Mena boards seem quiet lately???

[SandyNJack 5]

Maybe everyone has theyre visa's and they are here now.....LOL

Cute...wish that were true for everyone waiting.

For me...and I'm just talking about myself. I was feeling depressed w/ all the attacking and just plain mean attitudes. This site is about support. I was not attacked in particular but my friends were. I take things personally. It was over time...not just one thing that sent me away for a week to think why I felt that way. It had a lot to do w/ the negative posts, some horrible events that have occurred and PM's flying around and as some stated the cliques. Everyone has a right to post and have an opinion but when their comments are constantly negative (about anything from embassies interview dates, lives of others, past history or just any personal things people could get their hands on...) it begins to take a toll. I just felt tired of it and needed a break.

I think others just choose to ignore it or they are part of the problem. I want support from people not comments that will bring me down. The stuff we go thru with distance from loved ones, government process....that’s enough stress we don't need people to pick sides or make others feel left out. However, I realize we don't live in a perfect world so why would I think this board could be peaceful either...

That’s just me. IMHO

This is the reason I stopped posting, besides the fact I was being ignored, but I do still fill out my timeline for others to see and research.

[Let it Be 0]

Maybe everyone has theyre visa's and they are here now.....LOL

Cute...wish that were true for everyone waiting.

For me...and I'm just talking about myself. I was feeling depressed w/ all the attacking and just plain mean attitudes. This site is about support. I was not attacked in particular but my friends were. I take things personally. It was over time...not just one thing that sent me away for a week to think why I felt that way. It had a lot to do w/ the negative posts, some horrible events that have occurred and PM's flying around and as some stated the cliques. Everyone has a right to post and have an opinion but when their comments are constantly negative (about anything from embassies interview dates, lives of others, past history or just any personal things people could get their hands on...) it begins to take a toll. I just felt tired of it and needed a break.

I think others just choose to ignore it or they are part of the problem. I want support from people not comments that will bring me down. The stuff we go thru with distance from loved ones, government process....that’s enough stress we don't need people to pick sides or make others feel left out. However, I realize we don't live in a perfect world so why would I think this board could be peaceful either...

That’s just me. IMHO

This is the reason I stopped posting, besides the fact I was being ignored, but I do still fill out my timeline for others to see and research.

Many of us are ignored, feel free to PM any time, I would love to hear from you....

[nunyab 0]

awwww i felt the same way at times but please don't take it personal.... pm me toooooooooo

[polarbear 0]

I'm just emotionally shutting down... don't have much happy thoughts or energy to summon them up. I just post at work when I'm avoiding situations I don't want to deal with

[JeanneVictoria 55]

Maybe everyone has theyre visa's and they are here now.....LOL

Cute...wish that were true for everyone waiting.

For me...and I'm just talking about myself. I was feeling depressed w/ all the attacking and just plain mean attitudes. This site is about support. I was not attacked in particular but my friends were. I take things personally. It was over time...not just one thing that sent me away for a week to think why I felt that way. It had a lot to do w/ the negative posts, some horrible events that have occurred and PM's flying around and as some stated the cliques. Everyone has a right to post and have an opinion but when their comments are constantly negative (about anything from embassies interview dates, lives of others, past history or just any personal things people could get their hands on...) it begins to take a toll. I just felt tired of it and needed a break.

I think others just choose to ignore it or they are part of the problem. I want support from people not comments that will bring me down. The stuff we go thru with distance from loved ones, government process....that's enough stress we don't need people to pick sides or make others feel left out. However, I realize we don't live in a perfect world so why would I think this board could be peaceful either...

That's just me. IMHO

This is the reason I stopped posting, besides the fact I was being ignored, but I do still fill out my timeline for others to see and research.

Hey Sandy!! Good to see you again!

[Let it Be 0]

I'm just emotionally shutting down... don't have much happy thoughts or energy to summon them up. I just post at work when I'm avoiding situations I don't want to deal with

[Nothing1234 2]

Maybe everyone has theyre visa's and they are here now.....LOL

Cute...wish that were true for everyone waiting.

For me...and I'm just talking about myself. I was feeling depressed w/ all the attacking and just plain mean attitudes. This site is about support. I was not attacked in particular but my friends were. I take things personally. It was over time...not just one thing that sent me away for a week to think why I felt that way. It had a lot to do w/ the negative posts, some horrible events that have occurred and PM's flying around and as some stated the cliques. Everyone has a right to post and have an opinion but when their comments are constantly negative (about anything from embassies interview dates, lives of others, past history or just any personal things people could get their hands on...) it begins to take a toll. I just felt tired of it and needed a break.

I think others just choose to ignore it or they are part of the problem. I want support from people not comments that will bring me down. The stuff we go thru with distance from loved ones, government process....that’s enough stress we don't need people to pick sides or make others feel left out. However, I realize we don't live in a perfect world so why would I think this board could be peaceful either...

That’s just me. IMHO

This is the reason I stopped posting, besides the fact I was being ignored, but I do still fill out my timeline for others to see and research.

I miss you Sandy!! Long time no chat...its been a while!!

[Jenn! 918]

Annie,

You are my hero. I know it was hard for you to come back to VJ, and I am so grateful you did.

Sorry if this is a stupid question. Nawal, did you used to have a different username on VJ? I think there's a connection I am not making.

[Muh and me 18]

Glad to see you back Annie!!!!

Where are those sweet babies?

Edited October 1, 2008 by Turia

[morocco4ever 63]

I'm just emotionally shutting down... don't have much happy thoughts or energy to summon them up. I just post at work when I'm avoiding situations I don't want to deal with

I hope things get better for you soon PB.

To those that feel ignored, if I have contributed to that I am sorry. Honestly if I don't have any answers for questions I don't reply at all. I hope that doesn't come across as ignoring. But if I can help I try the best I can.

[Nothing1234 2]

Annie,

You are my hero. I know it was hard for you to come back to VJ, and I am so grateful you did.

Sorry if this is a stupid question. Nawal, did you used to have a different username on VJ? I think there's a connection I am not making.

No, just Nawal account.

[palilover 1]

nawal nice siggie!

[Nothing1234 2]

Glad to see you back Annie!!!!

Where are those sweet babies?

They are doing great! Nour started laughing! It's so funny to hear her giggling. I have a video..I'll send it to you.

Maybe everyone has theyre visa's and they are here now.....LOL

Cute...wish that were true for everyone waiting.

For me...and I'm just talking about myself. I was feeling depressed w/ all the attacking and just plain mean attitudes. This site is about support. I was not attacked in particular but my friends were. I take things personally. It was over time...not just one thing that sent me away for a week to think why I felt that way. It had a lot to do w/ the negative posts, some horrible events that have occurred and PM's flying around and as some stated the cliques. Everyone has a right to post and have an opinion but when their comments are constantly negative (about anything from embassies interview dates, lives of others, past history or just any personal things people could get their hands on...) it begins to take a toll. I just felt tired of it and needed a break.

I think others just choose to ignore it or they are part of the problem. I want support from people not comments that will bring me down. The stuff we go thru with distance from loved ones, government process....that’s enough stress we don't need people to pick sides or make others feel left out. However, I realize we don't live in a perfect world so why would I think this board could be peaceful either...

That’s just me. IMHO

Annie,

You are my hero. I know it was hard for you to come back to VJ, and I am so grateful you did. You are always kind and thoughtful, and you will answer anyone's questions. There are many on here that will not answer questions, or if they do, it is an attempt to scare or belittle.

You, and the few others like you, that are willing to help those of us that DO NOT have our visas yet, help make this scary process a little easier.

I am still scared every day. I still have questions every day. I still feel overwhelmed every day. I still feel isolated every day.

I come to VJ, because this is supposed to be a safe place to go to share my questions and fears, where everyone understands what I am going through.

Annie, you have taken the fear out of many days for me, with direct answers to my questions and with post you have made to others. Please stay, and know that you are needed and loved on this site.

nawal nice siggie!

Danka

[doodlebugg 10]

nawal I think I"m out of the loop again too now. When did you leave, exactly? Or was it during Ramadan when I wasn't here?

[Muh and me 18]

Glad to see you back Annie!!!!

Where are those sweet babies?

They are doing great! Nour started laughing! It's so funny to hear her giggling. I have a video..I'll send it to you.

Maybe everyone has theyre visa's and they are here now.....LOL

Cute...wish that were true for everyone waiting.

For me...and I'm just talking about myself. I was feeling depressed w/ all the attacking and just plain mean attitudes. This site is about support. I was not attacked in particular but my friends were. I take things personally. It was over time...not just one thing that sent me away for a week to think why I felt that way. It had a lot to do w/ the negative posts, some horrible events that have occurred and PM's flying around and as some stated the cliques. Everyone has a right to post and have an opinion but when their comments are constantly negative (about anything from embassies interview dates, lives of others, past history or just any personal things people could get their hands on...) it begins to take a toll. I just felt tired of it and needed a break.

I think others just choose to ignore it or they are part of the problem. I want support from people not comments that will bring me down. The stuff we go thru with distance from loved ones, government process....that’s enough stress we don't need people to pick sides or make others feel left out. However, I realize we don't live in a perfect world so why would I think this board could be peaceful either...

That’s just me. IMHO

Annie,

You are my hero. I know it was hard for you to come back to VJ, and I am so grateful you did. You are always kind and thoughtful, and you will answer anyone's questions. There are many on here that will not answer questions, or if they do, it is an attempt to scare or belittle.

You, and the few others like you, that are willing to help those of us that DO NOT have our visas yet, help make this scary process a little easier.

I am still scared every day. I still have questions every day. I still feel overwhelmed every day. I still feel isolated every day.

I come to VJ, because this is supposed to be a safe place to go to share my questions and fears, where everyone understands what I am going through.

Annie, you have taken the fear out of many days for me, with direct answers to my questions and with post you have made to others. Please stay, and know that you are needed and loved on this site.

nawal nice siggie!

Danka

I can't wait to see it Annie!