I don't often become involved in disputes on the forums for various reasons. However, this one has hit home and I would like to express my initial feelings. I will add that I will patiently wait for further information.

If the site is in jeopardy financially then wouldn't it be more prudent to post to that effect and let people support it to the best of their abilities? I was under the impression that the site was subsidized by outside advertisers. Maybe this is incorrect. If so please notify me of my misconception.

I think there are many ways in which the site is supported. It was created as a support forum and with that criteria I would assume that those that provide support actively are those that are utilizing the site for its intent. Isn't that more important than some monetary donation? It seems to me that giving oneself is much more important than that which money can provide. Posting a poem or article is a form of support that is offered only periodically and not the constant support that many people need on this site. That to me is the core that keeps this site alive.

Many people here have suffered from not "fitting in" in other aspects of life and I think that creating this forum is only exacerbating that feeling. It saddens me that once again people are feeling rejected and excluded. I am sure this was not the intent but I think it is evident by the responses that it has elicited this feeling.

It was my understanding that the site was meant to be for everyone and only monitored to insure that the guidelines were followed for everyones safety. Maybe this is another misconception on my part and welcome being corrected.

I suppose most importantly this saddens me. Many people are very fragile on the site and have been made to feel inferior. I know that no one here would intentionally do that to anyone but unfortunately that is what has occurred.

It is unfortunate timing that when this forum is being intitiated follows so closely to another incident which upset the site considerably. Just an observation.

I think I have responded appropriately and not crossed the line as this place has become part of my daily routine and a part of my mental well being. I have always appreciated that people have been given the opportunity to voice their opinion on this site without repercussions as long as it is within the guidelines we all agreed to.

I will certainly accept whatever decision is made concerning this matter as I know I did not create nor do I monitor its administration. Ultimately that is who will make the final decisions and I respect that. I do not want to minimize the time and effort that many people put into this site to keep it running. I, for one, appreciate that greatly made evident to my usage. I am sure the decision will be made for the best interest of the site as a whole.

Respectfully,

bipolar_bear