Hi, @MarnieRez3 - thanks again! ❤️ You have such a lovely, clear way of expressing yourself. I couldn't agree more with your gracious words and sentiments. I know a lot about social media that is very bad - dangerous even... but the best part for me is the sharing of vital info, especially during such times as natural disasters. It has saved lives of both humans and animals. Second to that is giving emotional support, and of course prayers. “No man (or woman) is an island.” Yes, we all need each other! We all have different strengths and weaknesses, and experiences so it balances out.
There are sweet peeps all over these forums who are kind enough to share info on everything from shoe shopping and current sales to personal advice for those requesting it. If I weren’t working full time and still raising up our two children, I would have more time to contribute and enjoy. I'm happy to meet you and to know that you gain so much comfort and joy here on the community! I'm glad that QVC keeps these forums going since so many anonymous ones have shut down. It's often times easier for some to share certain subjects with “strangers” rather than family or personal friends. I think of every member as my Q- friend, rather I have “met” them yet, or perhaps disagree with some views. Just like in real life - no need for such harsh divisions. “Live and let live.”
That's just what I said... “Thank God” that @NAES1's dear son reached safety and was able to contact his parents at last. She was having some computer problems when she last notified me. Hope she can sort that out, and most of all, enjoy time with her son once he gets home and back on schedule.
3 days now since anymore large quakes in CA. It's looking better by the moment for our families and friends there! I was born and raised in Santa Barbara. Didn’t move to TX until my husband was transferred here professionally. I didn’t want to move and leave the coast, my family and friends. Turned out that my own career really took off here, too. We certainly have our share of disasters and other problems here, too - as everywhere else. My time in S.B. was one of mainly peace. I so loved it there - right at the seashore. We typically had a few rumbles - tremors - some with odd booms. A couple of 3.5s to 4s - much smaller quakes than these. Dad kept us mindful and prepared, though. We all knew the history of the big one that wrecked the Mission, among others in the past. He and Mom recently moved - not due to quakes, so much as the recent wildfires that kept encroaching all around them. That and the ever-increasing cost of living, plus taxes. They are retired now, so have to budget more closely.
Have a wonderful day - I'm sure so many here enjoy your posts as much as I do! I'll keep the prayers going for all those who lost their homes and are displaced. 🙏🏻
Blogs & Forums
