Thank you for this , Silva , but I think I have worked out the problem .
Being a vegan for as long as l have ( 48 years , since the age of 17) means I have debated , discussed , argued , compared , listened , been listened to , been insulted . and etc ., etc.. repeatedly over the decades - and l just don't feel the urge or need to do that any more . I joined this site to connect to other vegans - to possibly offer up some advice to the younger ones or newbies ... to empathise with those finding it tough going in the face of external disapproval - to offer friendship to those feeling lonely and alone in the world .. etc.. etc..
Someone in this thread said something like " Well it's a discussion forum so .... " but l beg to differ .. I can't find the heading "Discussion Forum" anywhere - surely this is just a forum .. yes ? So - there's no rule that says all posts have to be discussed ad infinitum and every detail someone says has to be scrutinised until it's completely torn apart ...
Some of you may wish to do this , but l don't .. I have made the mistake of making comments and expressing feelings about things - and obviously l regret that now ..
I should have just looked for the threads where l might be of some assistance or be able to offer some loving words ..
My mistake . Now can we all just leave it be now ?
I still feel like l don't belong in here - maybe l need a forum of oldie vegans like me , who are done with all of the debating and discussion and just wish to connect to other like-minded /hearted vegans .. ?
Ruthie
