Hi, you might not remember me but I was a member here 3 years before I left and recently rejoined.

I didn't at all perceive you as abrasive. I always found you very honest and thoughtful in your replies. You always struck me as a very fair minded person - I certainly thought well of you.

I understand if you don't want to make deep connections here, actually that is how I feel this time around too. It actually makes a lot of sense to be that way.