I'm leaving, at least for the time being.

• 01-23-2008 10:04 AM

  houndlove Joined on 08-28-2006 Pittsburgh, PA, USA Posts 4,054 Points 995

  I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact I came originally to this forum to help people who were having problems with things I've had some experience with, and also to get help for things I have trouble with. It's been a very long time since I've engaged in either of those two things, so I think it's time for me to step away. I've written and deleted this post several times, but I've always said I wouldn't do the "Goodbye Cruel Community" flounce post, so I won't.  I'll keep my account open and will be able to receive PMs.   Cressida and her best friends:

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• 01-23-2008 10:12 AM

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  Benedict Joined on 05-30-2006 England Posts 6,613 Points 870	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact Cressida, I've sent you a PM, so will just say here that I am sorry to see you go.    Kate - Dog.community Administrator Jokers to the right. www.lumosmaremma.com - a dog blog about raising a Maremma in a city.
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• 01-23-2008 11:19 AM

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  spiritdogs Joined on 09-10-2007 Posts 11,723 Points 1,020

  Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact This makes me very sad.  You have been a humane, thoughtful, reasoned poster here, and it's a real pity to lose you.  Regional Director for Massachusetts, International Positive Dog Training Association Director, SeniorCare Pawsitive Connections Program AKC CGC Evaluator #3669 Therapy Dogs, Inc. Tester/Observer Sioux, CGC, TDInc. Maska, CGC, TDInc. Sequoyah, CGC Fergie, Retired Lap Dog, Age 20 1/2 Dancer, CGC, TDInc. (1989-2006) #1 Heart Dog In memory of Mike, please become an organ donor today. "If you talk to the animals they will talk with you and you will know each other. If you do not talk to them you will not know them and what you do not know, you will fear. What one fears, one destroys." - Chief Dan George "The fidelity of a dog is a precious gift demanding no less binding moral responsibilities than the friendship of a human being. The bond with a true dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth can ever be." ~ Konrad Lorenz

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• 01-23-2008 11:26 AM

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  Dog_ma Joined on 06-25-2007 San Diego County, California Posts 1,389 Points 860

  Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact Fine. You can stop posting, but then you owe us daily cute pics of Marlowe and  Conrad. You can't rip them from us like that. I hope you reconsider about not posting. Jokes aside, you are an amazing contributor here and we'll all be poorer for not having you active. Maybe a break, and then a return?  "Are you a dog trainer?" "No, but I did stay at a Holiday Inn last night."

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• 01-23-2008 11:43 AM

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  cyclefiend2000 Joined on 09-10-2007 On the road to nowhere Posts 4,387 Points 330	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact  it is sad to see you go. i mainly hang around in the NDR section now, and your posts there are always enlightening and entertaining. "I also express sadness through cheering and applause." -- Stephen Colbert
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• 01-23-2008 12:58 PM

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  probe1957 Joined on 09-10-2007 Illinois Posts 3,251 Points 110	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact What Bradley said.  I hope you decide not to stay away too long. If you can't say something nice about someone, you're probably talking about Hillary Clinton. -- Jeff Foxworthy ~Billy
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• 01-23-2008 1:19 PM

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  erica1989 Joined on 02-21-2007 Clearwater, Florida Posts 4,362 Points 410	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact I hope you decide to come back! You have a ton of knowledge, and I always enjoy reading your posts. That aside, this forum is not what it used to be...
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• 01-23-2008 1:36 PM

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  Pomeranian <3 Joined on 01-03-2008 MASSACHUSETTS Posts 1,065 Points 545	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact I've got a lot of respect for you and the wonderful life you have provided to your dogs! Hopefully there can be times you can continue to help others out because you've got some great insight. Love, ur small dog admirer! *hugs*
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• 01-23-2008 1:37 PM

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  Sera_J Joined on 09-10-2007 Western Washington (State) Posts 3,469 Points 830

  Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact I hope that you won't stay gone for too long... or maybe you'll reconsider your decision to leave ((don't make me lock the exit doors! ) I've found that in an argument sometimes the most obnoxious poster is the one that appears to "win", at least to those in the heat of it.  But, sometimes you forget about the lurkers (and regulars who read these threads without posting)... and that a voice of reason reaches far more than the person who can be the most foul without being red inked.  And that voice of reason may have far more impact that otherwise thought. Take a few days off... but, don't forget to come back.   Lani- Dog.community Moderator Proud Idogger since April 2005

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• 01-23-2008 1:42 PM

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  cakana Joined on 09-10-2007 Cathy in Northern CA Posts 9,446 Points 435	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact I too am sorry to see you leave and hope that it will be temporary. This forum needs good members like you. ~ Cathy ~
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• 01-23-2008 2:32 PM

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  janobonano Joined on 09-10-2007 northern WI Posts 8,064 Points 1,425	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact Take some time away if you need it, but please don't stay away forever.   We'll miss you and the houndies. Take care.
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• 01-23-2008 2:40 PM

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  mrstjohnson Joined on 07-13-2006 Sterling Heights, MI Posts 3,686 Points 85	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact NOOOOOOOOOOO!  I can't live without Marlowe's face!!!  Plus, your posts as they are always informative and helpful. Lisa - Charlie & Riley's Mommy A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. -Josh Billings Thanks for the siggy Candace!!!
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• 01-23-2008 2:42 PM

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  fuzzy_dogs_mom Joined on 09-10-2007 Davis, CA Posts 8,315 Points 325	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact I second what everyone else said.  You've always been calm and reasonable and have had great advice for us.  Hope you don't stay away too long. Joyce
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• 01-23-2008 8:52 PM

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  ottoluv Joined on 11-27-2006 So Cal Posts 3,003 Points 525	Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact Wow, I'm saddened to hear this. You are someone whose opinion I highly regard. Please reconsider :( Here I am stuck in the middle with you I practice societal sanctioned assault
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• 01-23-2008 9:57 PM

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  jjsmom06 Joined on 07-20-2006 Posts 5,203 Points 125

  Re: I'm leaving, at least for the time being. Reply Contact   Others said what I want to say and likely said it better. I have always enjoyed your sense of humor and outlook on life Cressida. It is amazing how we can let a handful of individuals get to us though.. and I feel ya. Sometimes certain aspects in our life require a break but I hope that a “break” is all that it will be for you. Take care of yourself and those two lovely hounds! The Ayn Rand Frequently Revolving Quote: "I swear by my life and my love of it that I will never live for the sake of another man, nor ask another man to live for mine. "

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