Thank-you all for being you

11 years ago

I just wanted to thank everyone for just being who you are - supportive with your advice and generous with your suggestions.

On the "bath and shower?" thread that nancybee posted in mid-February I asked about suggestions for bath gels for someone with sensitive skin and eyes and moonshadow suggested Aveeno.

Moonshadow: Thank-you so much. I have been using the Aveeno fragance-free gels every since and I absolutely love it. It makes my skin so soft and no itchiness or crying eyes. My niece has the same problem and so I passed the suggestion on to her and she really likes it as well.

On the recent "What are you making for Easter" thread that hhireno posted I asked for a dessert idea for someone with gluten and lactose intolerance.

bestyears and olychick: Thank-you so much for your suggestion of meringue with lemon curd and fruit. The recipe was so easy and everyone really enjoyed it. I also whipped up some cream and then just passed it around. It was really light and perfect after a big Easter dinner.

I have also gotten some great ideas for books to read when someone posts about interesting books, I have discovered what I should and shouldn't be wearing, I have laughed at stories and pictures and have teared up at the same, I have added to my repertoire of recipes (spicy pecans for Christmas - oh my) and I have also discovered that we all have so much in common as we age and go through life even though we are spread all over North America and probably beyond.

So - Thank-you all for being you.

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anitamo
11 years ago
How nice!

I also started using the Aveeno lotions and shower gel after complaining to my sister of itchy skin. She suggested the Aveeno, also, then I saw the recommendation here. That cemented it. So nice to not have that dry and itchy feeling anymore.

The forum is like google. Lol! If you have a question about anything, you are very likely to find a solution or two here.
nancybee_2010
11 years ago
I agree, how nice!

I have used so many ideas from you all here! The people on this forum are helpful and nice in so many different ways.
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My most recent thread about DH has had such warm and caring responses. My threads on meditation have had wonderful responses too. As a matter of fact I have never posted a thread on here without getting back wonderful and thoughtful and caring responses. There is a very old thread I posted years ago called " my Momma used to"...one of the best of all the threads I have ever posted. I printed it out just so I would always have it. The first part has long disappeared but part 2 is still around.

bl..you are right about the Aveeno...DD just gave me a tube of it while we were at her place. I love it !! I too want to thank everyone again for how great they are in sharing info and ideas and their hearts too on this forum. c
DLM2000-GW
11 years ago
anitamo - you are so right - it's Garden Google around here! There's always someone who has been through it before, whatever *it* is. The sharing of experiences, knowledge and emotions is so genuine and offered with an open heart.
bestyears
11 years ago
I too, have benefitted so frequently from the great advice here. I'm actually relieved to hear back from you about the meringue, because mine was a disaster! I must not have used enough spray on the pan because it was absolutely impossible to get out! Fortunately we had plenty of desserts, but my next thought was for you!
cyn427 (z. 7, N. VA)
11 years ago
What a delightful thread! I agree-there are many many wonderful, generous folks here.
dedtired
11 years ago
I've received lots of good advice here, either by reading other people's posts or posting myself. Okay, a few snippy remarks, but not many. However, the two most help threads were the one on cataract surgery and the one on carpal tunnel surgery. They were very reassuring before I underwent each of these procedures.
ellendi
11 years ago
It's true that this forum has become a "go to" place for advise, ideas, entertainment and support.
So nice of you Blfenton, for putting into words what all of us are feeling.
Olychick
11 years ago
blfenton, what a nice, no foolin', April 1 thread! I don't post on a lot of the more personal threads, but I do read some of them and am always struck by the wealth of knowledge-even though not related to decorating. People are very nice in this forum, too.

Glad the meringue turned out...I didn't realize bestyears had recommended the same thing...I was happy to read your guest wasn't also vegan, so thought of meringue immediately. :)
allison0704
11 years ago
Despite the occasional ruffled feather conversations, the forum has many nice, caring people. I enjoy keeping up with everyone even though I'm not around as often anymore.

I copied a couple of great recipes here a year ago for the holidays - Tori Spelling's Green Beans and a delicious pear salad. I'd thank her again, but I didn't write down a name.

This post was edited by allison0704 on Tue, Apr 2, 13 at 8:56
Bethpen
11 years ago
I agree! I am quite often surprised by the depth of the connection here. You are all remarkable people.

Beth P.
Annie Deighnaugh
11 years ago
How sweet and I agree completely that it is a wonder to be able to create a community of such caring and giving people who are willing to share their thoughts, their knowledge, their time and their hearts to make life a little better for someone else. I too am grateful.
moonshadow
11 years ago
Well this is a pleasant way to start the day :) Glad to hear it worked out! Ditto what ellendi said.

Thank-you all for being you

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