Dear Marsha: 'I'm so glad we had this time together..........'

[FlakeNoir]

(((FlakeNoir )))

Love you Flake..always.. thanks for everything..

Also would just like to say thank you so much for all the lovely comments, it's really overwhelming to hear that... and very much appreciated. xox

 

[Out of Order]

Flake who(m)?

 

[cat in a bag]

I won't quite get to my 10 year anniversary here, that is in August. But, you guys have been my family, my best friends through all of the last 10 years. There will be a definite hole in my life...and filling a hole in my life was what made me join in the first place, although I had no idea at the time just how special this place and you all would become to me.

I have laughed much, cried both happy and sad tears, overshared, and sometimes, just sat back and quietly enjoyed everyone's company. It is like a huge kitchen table where we all sit, chatting and joking and just being.

I will always hold Montana close to my heart. The chance to see Stephen King and Owen speak was one of the absolute best times of my life. Getting to meet Marsha and Dan (kingricefan) was so amazing. I was so nervous! But, it was just like that kitchen table...only it was an actual table we were sitting at. Such a special experience that I will never forget. If you had told me I would get to do any of that 10 years ago....I would have laughed and scoffed and never, ever believed it. I still kick myself for forgetting to take pictures of us together!

Marsha, thank you for being you. Enjoy your retirement. Be creative, spend time with your grandbabies, do all the things! Enjoy every moment.

Dana Jean, Flake and Tery you are all amazing women in your own rights and thank you for your roles in making this kitchen table so great.

Thank you to all of you, my friends, for being here through good times and bad. I love you all.

And, thank you to Stephen King for this amazing place we all love and will miss so much, and for sharing Marsha with us.

 

[Edward John]

Flake who(m)?

Grammar, Ms Mod will be happy.

 

[Tery]

I'm getting verklempt

Like Flake, I'm taking time to process what this place, my Tet and my time here means to me. Words can't describe my feelings but I'm working on it. Rather ironic considering that my time will be spent on writing four different books. Creating polymer clay art and jewelry as soon as I have access to my tools (still mostly packed).

I have a lot more to say but...yeah... processing. <3

 

[osnafrank]

I'm getting verklempt

Like Flake, I'm taking time to process what this place, my Tet and my time here means to me. Words can't describe my feelings but I'm working on it. Rather ironic considering that my time will be spent on writing four different books. Creating polymer clay art and jewelry as soon as I have access to my tools (still mostly packed).

I have a lot more to say but...yeah... processing. <3

I have read this pretty often.
The Standard German spelling is "verklemmt".
Means, overcome with emotion or perplex.

 

[kingricefan]

I have read this pretty often.
The Standard German spelling is "verklemmt".
Means, overcome with emotion or perplex.

She's using the Jewish spelling.

 

[Spideyman]

She's using the Jewish spelling.

 

[Tery]

She's using the Jewish spelling.

I am.

verklempt. ver·klempt. adjective. The definition of verklempt is a Yiddish word that describes a person who is too emotional to speak. An example of verklempt is a bride unable to give a speech at her wedding reception because she's overcome by love and joy.

Verklempt dictionary definition | verklempt defined - YourDictionary
www.yourdictionary.com › verklempt

 

[Edward John]

She's using the Jewish spelling.

Yiddish I believe, shallom!

 

[Edward John]

I am.

verklempt. ver·klempt. adjective. The definition of verklempt is a Yiddish word that describes a person who is too emotional to speak. An example of verklempt is a bride unable to give a speech at her wedding reception because she's overcome by love and joy.
Verklempt dictionary definition | verklempt defined - YourDictionary
www.yourdictionary.com › verklempt

Ah, yes, Yiddish indeed.

 

[GNTLGNT]

....with my modified CoVid schedule at the prison, I have had time to peruse everyone's posts-even the outlier unnecessary ones.....what I haven't had till now, was sufficient moments to try to put my thoughts and feelings into print.....all of you have captured the overall feel and gestalt of this Board....it has been like no other, and for quite a long time-I have been privileged to rub shoulders and share hearts with some of the finest folks I have either interweb or in real life met.....in many cases, you have been closer than my family.....burdens have been lightened and joy amplified.....I have no words for the void that will open in my life....it was always a comfort knowing that this spot was here.....Tery?.....you are a good'un!.....much luck with the pain issues.....Flaker?......you have been a sweet soul and wise counselor on more than one occasion....please never lose your humor or playfulness....Deej?....in many ways we are kindred spirits and I will always value your friendship.....you are a rare soul......that leaves my friend Marsha......"friend"....I still find it amazing that I can say that.....you are a one of a kind, and I do not exaggerate....you have brought so much joy into my and Tracy's lives and we consider you family....to my friends here, I can only say(without bawling)that you have made this old fat guy a happy man with your acceptance and respect......I still feel unworthy, but thank you all SO much and endless love always from the GNT.....

 

[Sundrop]

Y'all know I'm not good when it comes to sappiness. It's really hard for me to put into words what this place has meant to me. When I joined in 2008, I was stuck in a horrible marriage and falling into a deep black depression. Munchkin was 7 years old. What I found here was a safe and wonderful group of people that have become like a family to me.

DJ ~ I've said a couple of times how much our conversations meant to me. Our discussions about Harper's Island and Grandma's fried apple pies kept me sane, and gave me something to look forward to during a time when it was hard for me to even get out of bed on some days. Without knowing, you saved me from a really bad place. I'll never forget that, and I'm so happy to call you a friend ♥
Flakers ~ OMG, what fun it's been late night on the SKMB when you were here too!! You made interacting with people again fun for me, and taught me that there are still people in the world who are genuinely kind without expecting anything but the same kindness in return. You helped me feel good about laughing again, and because of you, I don't hide out in the basement nearly as much when people stop by unexpectedly. I'm going to miss you, my friend ♥
Tery ~ The first thing I remember about you is that when I first came here, you had posted photos of some beautiful pendants you had made, and I thought to myself, "Wow, look how creative and talented this lady is". Though is seems like we weren't here very much at the same time, I've come to know you as a sweet and gentle spirit. I appreciate that so much. Thank you for teaching me that it's sometimes better to just be quiet and let things settle natrually ♥
Marsha ~ Your honesty, love and support are not only the backbone of the SKMB, I don't know what I would have done without you several times when life was trying to push me off the edge. So many times when I called out, you were there to help, and you understood my twisted sense of humor. Thank you so much for being who you are and for being the voice of reason, for being the peacekeeper, for genuinely sharing love and kindness with me.....and thank you for closing Hot Topics! (well, it all couldn't be mush, could it?) Seriously, I appreciate you so much for everything you've done not only for me, but for all of us. Without you, we would have never had this wonderful experience. My only regret is that we had to cancel our trip to Maine when BF broke his stupid tooth and had to spend the vacation money to fix it rather than come meet you. How selfish of him! I'll always consider you a friend, and I'll miss you something awful ♥

Each and every one of you are welcome at the stump anytime......I won't even go hide in the basement if you don't call first.
You've all made this a special place, and I'd love it if you wanted to keep in touch.

Okay, that's about all the sap I have for today. I'm off to poke some folks with the stick, so I won't have to cry......
Love Y'all ♥

 

[Dana Jean]

My first hat tip goes to Stephen King. Thank you for this fascinating little microcosm. There are other worlds than these at your fingertips, and they are right here in the lives and stories of this community. Deep dive into our daily gatherings and discover us. Think about us kindly. We are good people.

I would like to thank (Moderator) Marsha for being a wonderful mentor and a lifelong friend. She gave me a terrific opportunity at the start with being a beta tester, an actual check-cashing employee with the Revival project, and as a moderator. I took the job seriously and advocated for fairness, full disclosure and a follow-the-rules-and-guidelines doggedness.

We volunteered to do this for her so she could have time off. We moderated for the community so we could keep the doors open at night and on weekends. Without a doubt, there was a big heaping mountain of selfish there too. We didn’t want the board closing at nights or on weekends either, so we were glad to step in when she asked.
Time marched on and those hours changed, but for many years, we kept the lights on 24/7.

Thank you FlakeNoir and Tery for the loyalty and dedication to a job that was oftentimes misunderstood. We were not power hungry witches on broomsticks swooping over the board with the exhaust pipe belching out, “Surrender Dorothy.” Every decision by the volunteer mods was closely overseen by Marsha. Sometimes we got it right. And sometimes we didn’t. We always just tried our best and erred on the side of caution first and foremost.

The man behind the curtain, Jordan, has been a smart and benevolent teacher forcing me to learn new technology when I dug my heels in and put my fingers in my ears, ‘I can’t hear you, I can’t hear you, I can’t hear you, don’t make me!’' I appreciate all the perks you gave us, J.
I appreciate you.

From 1998 to now, this board has meant a lot to a diverse and interesting group of people. I have learned so much from each and every one of you.

So community, there is a lot I’d like to say. There is a lot I’d like to tell you. I’d like to grab you by the shoulders, shake you and shout in your face, “Stay vigilant! Pay attention! There be sharks in these waters!” But, you’re adults so I’ll wish you godspeed with a hearty handshake instead.

And while you may not have understood things at times, please know:

We kept the herd… safe.

 

[DiO'Bolic]

Y'all know I'm not good when it comes to sappiness. It's really hard for me to put into words what this place has meant to me. When I joined in 2008, I was stuck in a horrible marriage and falling into a deep black depression. Munchkin was 7 years old. What I found here was a safe and wonderful group of people that have become like a family to me.

DJ ~ I've said a couple of times how much our conversations meant to me. Our discussions about Harper's Island and Grandma's fried apple pies kept me sane, and gave me something to look forward to during a time when it was hard for me to even get out of bed on some days. Without knowing, you saved me from a really bad place. I'll never forget that, and I'm so happy to call you a friend ♥
Flakers ~ OMG, what fun it's been late night on the SKMB when you were here too!! You made interacting with people again fun for me, and taught me that there are still people in the world who are genuinely kind without expecting anything but the same kindness in return. You helped me feel good about laughing again, and because of you, I don't hide out in the basement nearly as much when people stop by unexpectedly. I'm going to miss you, my friend ♥
Tery ~ The first thing I remember about you is that when I first came here, you had posted photos of some beautiful pendants you had made, and I thought to myself, "Wow, look how creative and talented this lady is". Though is seems like we weren't here very much at the same time, I've come to know you as a sweet and gentle spirit. I appreciate that so much. Thank you for teaching me that it's sometimes better to just be quiet and let things settle natrually ♥
Marsha ~ Your honesty, love and support are not only the backbone of the SKMB, I don't know what I would have done without you several times when life was trying to push me off the edge. So many times when I called out, you were there to help, and you understood my twisted sense of humor. Thank you so much for being who you are and for being the voice of reason, for being the peacekeeper, for genuinely sharing love and kindness with me.....and thank you for closing Hot Topics! (well, it all couldn't be mush, could it?) Seriously, I appreciate you so much for everything you've done not only for me, but for all of us. Without you, we would have never had this wonderful experience. My only regret is that we had to cancel our trip to Maine when BF broke his stupid tooth and had to spend the vacation money to fix it rather than come meet you. How selfish of him! I'll always consider you a friend, and I'll miss you something awful ♥

Each and every one of you are welcome at the stump anytime......I won't even go hide in the basement if you don't call first.
You've all made this a special place, and I'd love it if you wanted to keep in touch.

Okay, that's about all the sap I have for today. I'm off to poke some folks with the stick, so I won't have to cry......
Love Y'all ♥

Man, that was sappy.

 

[Edward John]

Man, that was sappy.

Too much of this nice nice mumbo jumbo.

 

[DiO'Bolic]

Too much of this nice nice mumbo jumbo.

Nice is okay as long as it’s done in moderation and read while consuming mass quantities of alcohol.

 

[osnafrank]

I really regret that i didn't registered earlier.
If i did, maybe i have had a chance too see you folks irl at a Kon.

So many memories, sharing music and TWD videos in the "What are you listening to right now" thread.
All those Funny pics/memes we have shared and all the comments,
made tears gushing down my cheeks.

The tears we have shed in bad times, as a family.

Yap, im good with words (as everyone knows), only took me 4 minutes to write this little text.

Thanks everyone, thanks family, will miss ya terrible.

Checklist for next Tuesday:
SKMB Shirt, laundered...Check.
Jim Beam :Check.
Tissues: Ok, i have to chop down a tree and make some.
I'm a Papermaker for **** sake.

 

[wolfphoenix]

I really regret that i didn't registered earlier.
If i did, maybe i have had a chance too see you folks irl at a Kon.

So many memories, sharing music and TWD videos in the "What are you listening to right now" thread.
All those Funny pics/memes we have shared and all the comments,
made tears gushing down my cheeks.

The tears we have shed in bad times, as a family.

Yap, im good with words (as everyone knows), only took me 4 minutes to write this little text.

Thanks everyone, thanks family, will miss ya terrible.

Checklist for next Tuesday:
SKMB Shirt, laundered...Check.
Jim Beam :Check.
Tissues: Ok, i have to chop down a tree and make some.
I'm a Papermaker for **** sake.

((((((Frank))))))

 

[FlakeNoir]

My first hat tip goes to Stephen King. Thank you for this fascinating little microcosm. There are other worlds than these at your fingertips, and they are right here in the lives and stories of this community. Deep dive into our daily gatherings and discover us. Think about us kindly. We are good people.

I would like to thank (Moderator) Marsha for being a wonderful mentor and a lifelong friend. She gave me a terrific opportunity at the start with being a beta tester, an actual check-cashing employee with the Revival project, and as a moderator. I took the job seriously and advocated for fairness, full disclosure and a follow-the-rules-and-guidelines doggedness.

We volunteered to do this for her so she could have time off. We moderated for the community so we could keep the doors open at night and on weekends. Without a doubt, there was a big heaping mountain of selfish there too. We didn’t want the board closing at nights or on weekends either, so we were glad to step in when she asked.
Time marched on and those hours changed, but for many years, we kept the lights on 24/7.

Thank you FlakeNoir and Tery for the loyalty and dedication to a job that was oftentimes misunderstood. We were not power hungry witches on broomsticks swooping over the board with the exhaust pipe belching out, “Surrender Dorothy.” Every decision by the volunteer mods was closely overseen by Marsha. Sometimes we got it right. And sometimes we didn’t. We always just tried our best and erred on the side of caution first and foremost.

The man behind the curtain, Jordan, has been a smart and benevolent teacher forcing me to learn new technology when I dug my heels in and put my fingers in my ears, ‘I can’t hear you, I can’t hear you, I can’t hear you, don’t make me!’' I appreciate all the perks you gave us, J.
I appreciate you.

From 1998 to now, this board has meant a lot to a diverse and interesting group of people. I have learned so much from each and every one of you.

So community, there is a lot I’d like to say. There is a lot I’d like to tell you. I’d like to grab you by the shoulders, shake you and shout in your face, “Stay vigilant! Pay attention! There be sharks in these waters!” But, you’re adults so I’ll wish you godspeed with a hearty handshake instead.

And while you may not have understood things at times, please know:

We kept the herd… safe.

Girl... this has been some journey. Beautifully said... (and thank you)