While searching for this song, I found this absolutely prehistoric internet forum. The first message dates back to July 9, 1998. I find this fascinating. The modern internet consists of many toxic people, and seeing this nice little conversation between you all is heartwarming. It brings me much joy to see that this part of the web remains uncorrupted.
Back then, the internet was a place where you could search for help and opinions. Now, it is a place where you're more likely to end up defending your opinion. I wonder how many places like this are still out there — simple, warm, kind, and respectful.
Now, we have AI that helps us with work, day-to-day tasks, and (sadly) even communication. Back then, all of this was just a dream.
I was born in 2002, and this forum with it's age itself fills me with admiration. Many of you have lived full lives since the first post—hopefully great lives. Married, had kids, even grandchildren, who knows.
I just thought I’d leave a little fingerprint in this museum of the prehistoric internet. God bless all of you — those who were here, those who are here, and those who will be here.
I don’t know if anyone will see this, but whoever you are, keep going. I, myself, am searching for purpose in life, and it’s hard. But life is an interesting thing — you never know what will happen tomorrow.
Don’t be too harsh on yourself — we’re all living this life for the first time.
P.S. Thank you for the information, eternal helpers.
Best wishes. Pateta.