Sabby-

Thank you so much for your reply and your comments. This is the first time anyone in a leadership position has recognized what we are trying to do. If you have a chance to read the whole thread, you will note the many comments made of how much this idea has helped those who choose to participate. (If you will take note, not one has answered in a negative manner-no one has mentioned their plans to take their own life-what they do mention, is their participation in a plan to save their own life.)

I have been holding my breath for the past couple of days-thinking this thread would be closed, or I would be banned for my radical idea's. I also believe others have stayed away or hesitated to comment for fear of reprisal.

I believe all the warnings are unwarranted. This is an anti-suicide thread and my constant message has been one of hope. I have been surprised at the number of members who have responded, many of them in positions of leadership themselves. While I don't understand why this thread is being moved to the depression forum, I bow to the greater wisdom of those who have been here much longer than I have.

Perhaps it is the right place for us to be, so that those who are truly suffering may find us and allow the healing messages here to help them. Since I have also suffered from depression in the past, perhaps it is easier for others to take my words to heart. Everytime I read that a member has decided to take the pledge for just one more day, it is like a light in my soul and happiness that surpasses anything I've ever known.

Your words are very comforting-to know that we will be allowed to continue without censorship or threat of being disbanded means everything.

I have actually written to DocJohn twice in the past three days and his lack of response did not send a positive message. I understand he is a busy man but his lack of interest in this thread has been disheartening. But since he is the architech of this place, of what I refer to as my safe harbor, I am hoping we will hear from him.

Everytime someone takes the pledge, I believe they are trying to make a positive change in their life. To push the darkness away, to believe in yourself enough to say, I refuse to participate in thoughts or actions that might lead to my own destruction for the next 24 hours, they are allowing hope into their lives, and for many, it is the first time in years.

So thank you, sabby, for putting our fears to rest. I cannot help but believe it was God who brought us all together for this purpose. He has blesed me with the inspiration to share my message of hope, and it would be wonderful if we can continue on.

Peace and love from Tea