Okay, I'm getting really pissed off

[NV Whino]

I've kept a low profile for controversial subjects, but I'm approaching my limit for bullshit. If anyone would like my e-mail for future contact, pm me.

I love you guys in the photo group, but the shit that goes on outside here is going to push me to the edge, and over.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. I hear ya. It's hard.

Once the Primary Season is over, things should get better. We can hope!

[ManiacJoe]

2. Taking a break from the politics is the great thing

about these non-politics groups.

I need to find some more time to take and post pictures.....

[Adsos Letter]

10. Yes to both.

I miss seeing your B&W images. They are always interesting, and I learn something from them.

[mnhtnbb]

3. I hear you.

I've joined the new group at jackpine, but will continue to participate in the photography group. I have avoided GD and GD P
for a long time now. I'd hate to see this group dissolve.

[NV Whino]

7. I checked it out last night

I think I'll sign up. I do belong to another forum, but it's pretty slow. Nice bunch of people, though.

[dixiegrrrrl]

4. I have been using "trash group" and " trash names" option heartedly.

Really cuts down on the irritating posts.

"Trash this thread" option is also helpful.

All the options make DU faster, and more enjoyable, to browse.

[a la izquierda]

5. Hear ya.

I'll pop over from time to time for the contests, but that's it.

[Solly Mack]

6. Well, damn.

I'd miss you if you weren't around.

[Curmudgeoness]

8. I know. I avoid most of DU, but can't miss everything that goes on.

And I am fuming right now...but I will just come here for a few groups, and this is one of them. I usually miss all the drama unless I am foolish enough to look at the Home and Latest Threads.

I have registered at JackpineRadicals as well. It is not slow right now, but time will tell. Just taking the time to register there is sending a message, if you ask me. And you can still keep in touch with many people you know, and I am hoping it will be without all the drama.

[alfredo]

9. I rarely post in other forums. I rarely read other forums.

We are your refuge.

[Adsos Letter]

11. I stay out of most of the rest of DU these days.

Life can be so much better than what's going on out there.

Love the Photo Group though.

[2naSalit]

12. I have noticed the hosility lately

but I have been highly selective about responding to comments and thread views. The trash option is good.

That's how I stumbled into this group, relief from the "passion" that's a bit too intense for me right now.

As California Peggy said, it'll calm down... eventually.

[NV Whino]

13. In the mean time

I've signed up at another forum, which is full of smart people willing to discuss things in a civilized manner. But here, the photography group is the best.

[Mz Pip]

14. Me, too.

I read some of the threads in Late Breaking News just to keep informed on what's happening but GD and GD-P are just too rabid for me. I don't need to raise my blood pressure.

I do need to spend more time in here. I've learned a lot in this group and shouldn't let DU primary wars keep me away.

[NV Whino]

15. Check out

Jackpineradicals.org

You will find a calm place with lots of good posters. It is a Bernie site. So bear that in mind.

[mnhtnbb]

16. There are a lot of us over there.

I still come to DU for news. Still willing to serve on juries--although a lot of alerts seem like a waste of time to me.
I'd be very disappointed if the photography group fell apart. I've learned so much here and enjoy interacting with
everyone.

[Blue_In_AK]

17. It's a nice site.

I'm feeling pretty comfy there. I doubt that I'll abandon DU entirely, but GD: P is toxic. The Photo Group is now and has always been the best place on DU, and I won't abandon it.