I would like to thank everyone here at DU.

[fightforfreedom]

This is the only website I post on. I use the internet to educate myself, period. DU has supported me, wished me luck as I have been dealing with a flawed healthcare system. You can't put a price on that.

DU educates me, people post great information from around America and the world. DU is a place for the sane, in an insane world.

Keep up the good work. Remember, Fight for freedom.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. Thank you for your lovely words, my dear fightforfreedom!

And I heartily agree with your thoughts on DU itself. I've learned a lot from being here, and I'm a lot more aware of local to world events. It has been a godsend for my education, which continues!

DU is home, my electronic home.

[katmondoo]

2. I love DU. I am here first thing in the morning.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

3. As am I! My hunger finally gets the better of me, and only then do I leave to eat! ♥

[fightforfreedom]

5. Thank you so much for your kind words.

[cilla4progress]

4. Same!

It's weird. I've been thinking a lot lately about the hole DU fills for me.

I have friends who support our family in our struggles.
I have friends who share my politics.
I have friends I like to play with, with whom I have nothing politically in common.
I have family who fit all of the above.

But here at DU... I know I'm not "interrupting" someone (because you can simply easily ignore me!) with my travails. And I can usually find someone with the information or input I am seeking!

I know that, although we have a range of takes on a range of issues - politically, philosophically, religiously, and otherwise, in general, we are here in the same book, if not the same page! And are tolerant and curious - want to learn about others' positions. It's a generally free and open discussion. I never know what wisdom I'll find. Like a cross between hive mind, a college dorm, and my Unitarian fellowship, and where someone is usually up to talk and share their wisdom and their perspective!

Have I felt hurt or offended here through the years? Sure. Sometimes due to my own miscue, or lack of consideration or sensitivity. But, more often, I have found support, comfort, and valuable info. By far.

Thanks, DU. I've been here since 2004 (seriously???). You are definitely my tribe!

It feels kinda weird, but true. It would be so cool to meet in person for one big blowout bbq some day, wouldn't it?

[I_UndergroundPanther]

6. I learn a lot from

You too,fightforfreedom.
Thanks for being here.

[Aristus]

7. I've been here for over twenty years.

DU has helped me keep my sanity in the colossal shitstorm that has been the 21st Century so far.

[FailureToCommunicate]

8. 14 years for me, gaining solid news and analysis, humor, supportive interactions, all for the

price of donations to help keep DU afloat.

WORTH EVERY DOLLAR!

[FakeNoose]

9. And thanks for being a part of our loving family

Fight for freedom!

[SheltieLover]

10. I share your appreciation for our DU community!

I don't post elsewhere either.

This has been "home" for just two years, but I cannot imagine life without each & every one of you!

[Leith]

11. We are here for you

Internet friends helped me through the worst times in my life and this is my way to pass the camaraderie along. Although we can't be there to hold your hand or put a comforting arm around your shoulder, we are with you in spirit - 24 hours a day.

Sending you my best healing vibes.

[ProfessorGAC]

12. Very Nice Post

Gracious & classy.

[YoshidaYui]

13. Watching mo (me too)

Link to tweet

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I learn something new every day.

[Wild blueberry]

15. Thank you to everyone at DU, too

and to you fightforfreedom.
Very grateful for all of you!
Thank you.