Hi Ava...I used to come here years ago...and then with work, moving, travel, etc., I got away from it. I returned about a year ago...still on a limited basis.

I introduced myself at that time, and I received a couple of messages telling

me, who was "kind of in charge", and "to follow the older posters". I laughed

a long time....especially as only about 2 posters were even here when I

first came years back, so I actually wasn't the new one. Also, don't worry if

some of your posts disappear. There are a couple of people who like to flag

them if they don't like them. But...there are a lot

of neat and kind people here so don't give up. Welcome.....I am sorry about

the loss of your DH...I know how hard that can be. Hugs.

Uptown Gal, that is a bizarre story. Someone actually told you there was someone kind of in charge around here? I'd like to know who that is so I can bow down to them, lololol

Hi, I usually hang out in Decorating Conversations and Building, and I've pulled up a stool at the Kitchen Table a few times. With the recent changes and an old device I'm not able to select forums anymore, so I just added KT to my home screen and I think I'll slip into a chair more often. I might post when I feel it would be helpful. Or funny :) (but not hurtful)

Bpathome, looking forward to seeing more of you here.

Thanks, Ava.

I joined the Gardenweb back in 2009 when I was in a panic trying to find a backsplash for my newly renovated kitchen. On a fluke, I typed the question, "Looking for a backsplash tile to go with my white cabinets and brown granite."

That is how I learned about the garden web. I stayed with Kitchens for a while, helping with those that had the same issue that I did. Somehow I saw the Home Decorating Conversation side and I was hooked. Don't remember when I found The KTY exactly, but it has been quite a few years.

Yes, there can be some unusual comments, to say the least, but for the most part, the majority is friendly, considerate and helpful.. Where else in your life can you get advice, entertainment, and maybe a shoulder to cry on 24/7?

I have noticed more names here from Home Decorating and Home Decorating Conversations. Yay!!!!

Blfenton, I always like your comments and I hope you will not become a total lurker.

Ava, thanks for starting this thread.

Before my time, I think when this was That Home Site, the owner Spike used to monitor bad behavior. Evidentally, next time you logged on you rerouted to the teacup ride in Disneyland.

With Houzz, I changed from elledi, so maybe some know me as that.

Ava, I am sorry about the loss of your husband. Hugs to you!

I joined in at the KT in 2004 and stop in a few times a day and post occasionally. I also enjoy the Decorating/discussion forum. When I'm looking for a little extra drama in my life, I lurk at Hot Topics :)

Hallo! I used to be a part of the KT and forums a couple years back, but because of health issues I couldn’t keep coming on. It’s been a year and a half since I was on with my original account. I started that one in 2013. Anyway, I forgot my username and password so this is my new account. This place has changed a lot!

I've been at the KT for 12 years. I first found it when I asked a question about bread-making in a bread maker. I got instant comments and advice and was hooked. To think there were people instantly answering a query of mine was so mind-blowing! LOL. My butt has been firmly planted at the Table ever since. I ditched the bread-maker years ago and make it by hand.

I also contribute on the Cooking Forum, and lurk on the Decorating conversation. Hot Topics scares the bejeebers out of me.

If something happened to this site, I'd be lost, saddened and feel like I lost some good friends. I must admit, I've slowed down a bit in recent weeks. Hubby's had a set-back in his health and I'm stressed.

Tennessee_swift, now you have me curious who you were in your previous life! LOL

I have been on this site since my daughter headed off to college at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. She set me up with my first email account so we could keep in touch, and then DH mentioned the old Garden Web site as something that he had read about and I might find interesting. That daughter is now in her mid 40s, married with two bright little boys, and lives in northern Texas. She is too far from us on the west coast, but loves their new hometown. And my grandsons have learned to sing "The stars at night are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas..."

I've been more of a lurker than a contributor lately. It's been hectic with the addition of our daughter and three grand son's to the household.

Ava, I'm sorry for the loss of your husband.

awww thanks. eld6161

and I've always enjoyed reading both yours and PKponders comments.

Hi folks. I'm also a long time reader on HD Conversations, the KT, and some of the other forums and just recently started adding my "virtual voice" to a thread here and there. GW is a wonderful community of sweet and helpful people and I have learned a lot over the years, including how to wash clothes from the knowledge members of the Laundry Room, how to select the right white paint, how not to build a home with a western orientation, or how to design a kitchen with 42" aisles and the "ice, surface, water, fire" line-up.

ETA: I read Hot Topics for the energy and outrage that I see there every day. Cracks me up, but I doubt I'll ever post a comment on that forum because yikes!

blfenton, thank you! I've always enjoyed your posts as well!

Jasdip, I know! I wish I knew my old self! But with my health issues I just could not remember!

I’ve been around about 18 years only went to the teacups once.

This is where I peek in every day to see what is new. I’ve gotten such good advice here and made many friends. Learn new things all the time and save the “funny post” for the evenings. All ways best for last! Plus I go to bed with a smile every night.

Welcome to all, hope you enjoy these forums. Kathyginmi

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Many have passed during the life of the KT. I'm left with great memories of them. They were loving, fun people. I don't post as much as I once did. I do peek in once in awhile though. I'm an old broad now, suffer from some ailments and depression, which keeps me away. This will always be my internet home.

Hope all of you enjoy your time here. Make new friends, and share with us.

Hugs from me.

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I've been here since 1999, I think. Jasdip, I am sorry about your husband having more issues with his health.

Welcome Ava!

So sorry for your loss.

I've been at GW since 1998. And have read here at the KT on and off through the years.

I'm in lurker mode daily here as well. I post sometimes but never quite am sure if I'm contributing something helpful. Some people aren't good with socializing and I'm one of them.

I continue to come back because of the often diverse voices who are willing to chime in here together despite being very different. Glad you're back to join in.

I have been on GW since forever, and KT for a couple of years (and HD conversations.) I had been active on a totally unrelated forum, but soured on that and found KT when looking for a soft place to land. Everyone is so friendly, and I enjoy a lot of the lighthearted threads. And pet photos. We need more of those.

I lurk on Hot Topics, but would never post there. My skin is not thick enough for that forum!!

Welcome Ava! Sorry to hear about your husband.

I "was" an avid bread machine baker, now I spend more of my time remodeling homes, working for myself now. I've just purchased perennials to landscape the front of my new house. Gotta go dig.....:0) Also purchased curtains....hate them...gotta go return them. :0)

Ditto, jasdip. Best wishes for both of you.

Yeonassky, I gotta say I always enjoy your posts. You come across as a very kind hearted person.

Welcome, Ava! In 1999 I was going to the HGTV forum but they got so nasty to each other. Someone suggested the KT and I've called it home ever since. I've even ridden the teacups at one tme.

kathg ... or anyone who knows the reference ... What is the "funny post" you read before bed? You have piqued my interest! TIA

Long time lurker. I loved the old format and find the new site frustrating. Followed home decorating and conversations, kitchens and some of the other forums. Sometimes poster but mostly learned from others. Great group of people on all the boards

Dragonflywings, I think Kathyg may be referring to the daily smiles thread started by Tulsarose. It is very popular.

Yes, Tulsarose’s post every day. “Smiles for today”

Thank you both!

I am truly a lurker but wouldn't want to offend anyone. I live in the northern suburbs of Atlanta and have, with my husband lived here for over thirty years. I enjoy the conversations on this site but rarely post anything but a like

I think I've lurked around on Houzz for a couple of years. About a year or so ago, I found my way over to the Garden Web side and have been addicted...not so much about Gardening necessarily, but then discovered the various forums - which seem impossible to find now. I live in North Carolina with my husband and son. We are about to be "true" empty nesters as our son will be moving into his first "real" apartment (i.e., not college) next month. I only post occasionally and have recently gotten the courage up to post comments.

I lurk here and occasionally post, thinking I’m on Discussions when I see a familiar name. Thank you for letting me join.

ETA: I found GW when we were doing an addition that involved moving the kitchen. Prior to that, the only message boards I used were the Knott when we were planning our wedding. That was really interesting because I was easily 15 years older than most of the others. GW was a relief with a more mature audience and fewer trolls.

For anyone wishing to see a sample of "Smiles For Today" here is today's offering

https://www.gardenweb.com/discussions/5428299/smiles-for-today-aug-6#n=10

The great thing to is that Tulsarose dates them for today's date so I always know the date. :)