But this board (and the people on it) is very important to me. I enjoy the humor, the serious discussions, the ability to joke around and make fun of each other, the fact that if there is something bad happening people on here really do care for each other. I enjoy the ability to ask for help when needed... Whether it's bourbon recommendations or help with real life problems. Heck, I even appreciate when the talk occasionally turns slightly political.... Because no matter what, this place is no where near as toxic as twitter when it comes to hot button issues. I don't agree with many of you when it comes to politics... But I know (unlike the slime on Twitter) that many of you would be there for me if I was in need. I am not even a VT grad and I have very few ties to Virginia Tech... But there is no "I'm better than you because I went toVT and you didn't" here like there can be in some forums. Heck, many times this is my first stop for "news"....sure I check actual news sites, but often I hear about something going on here before I check the news.
So, especially in a time when there is so much hate and anger and fear, this place... And you dummies... Are one place I (and I'd imagine many others) go for a break.... And is silly as it may sound... This is a place of comfort and sanity.
God bless you all and Happy Thanksgiving.