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>>Imusta+(OP)
I miss DoreenMichele. She always added thoughtful perspectives.

Looks like she’s actively writing at https://califmichele.blogspot.com/ and https://doreenmichele.blogspot.com/ but has departed HN.

>>macint+zX9
Any idea what happened? I can’t see any account anymore.

I hadn’t realised I was missing the account until you mentioned it.

>>lostlo+dfa
It didn't take long to find some posts on that blog on the subject. I'll refrain from going further into it because .. well, forum drama, it looks like. I too miss her writing, but I note that providing an unorthodox viewpoint on here tends to get a lot of heat.

>>pjc50+6na
I did find her posts interesting. I’m sorry she left, but I support her decision, as it seems to be what she needed for personal reasons, and sincerely wish her luck and happiness.

> unorthodox

Which is defined differently, in this community, than most…

Our “unorthodox” may be “orthodox,” in other communities.

Over the years, I’ve developed a thick skin, which I have found to be important, when mixing in heterogeneous communities. Also, I have learned the efficacy of not throwing punches; regardless of provocation. I’ll usually just withdraw from fights, and leave the field to the “victors.”

Personal insecurity is an Achilles heel, hereabouts. It will just make life miserable.