Thai fora ain't serving me anymore.
I always thought I'd fade away silently but some explanation could serve someone(?) I don't really know.
It's NOT this forum specifically (for those on "that" side and constantly looking for validation that td has taken its last shit). The forum is fine and I'm certain to continue referencing it and referring others for specific needs/info./1st hand experiences.
I just have a weakness for being drawn to the drama, the put downs and the endless ego-based one upmanship. And then taking part. Oddly, I do not do the same on other forums with different subject matter. To those that I've directed my frustrations: I apologize wholeheartedly and expect in real life you're just an imperfect person who tries his/her best like everyone else.
Tried avoiding it all and just concentrating on positive threads but it invariably seeps in and draws me back to its base. My fault tho. My shortcomings.
I'll wipe my pm folders now, keep this account active for a week (watch this thread dramatically and invite you (all of you) to drop a message in my box with your email or other other contact info.
It has been a good ride for the most part. I've been on thai forums under "loko," "jimbo," and hick for 20? years,....logged countless hours, typed massive amounts of material (both useful and for shit) and have made some lifelong friendships out of the deal. I only wish I made more people laughingly spew coffee over their keyboards.
Will I stick to my guns and not return?
I dunno. But for now, it's taking up too much time and energy that I should be spending elsewhere.
Catch ya on the flipside.