Well, Golly, I guess I should fess up and say that I spend a lot of time here. I can understand what you're saying LH, and I don't think many of us on here just want a cyber life. Your comments bring back a conversation I had with someone who said "I only sing universal songs." I'm a firm believer in meaningful conversations and off-computer experiences as I'm sure everyone on here is. I'm also a firm believer in fun. Even Native Amuricans knew the importance of fun. Having a good time is as necessary a part of "real" life as is having a "meaningful" experience. And meaningful experiences happen all the time for me, here on Mudcat. If they didn't, I'd still be coming here, because I usually have a good time here, whether I'm on Mudchat, or reading threads. I also find Mudcat challenging, intellectually and spiritually. And often, just plain dumb... which can either be fun as it often is for me, or just dumb for me, but fun for someone else. Like the endless threads on William Shatner which so many people have enjoyed.

There is a fellowship (and ladyship?) on Mudcat that is of great value to me. And obviously to a lot of others. Some of it is very meaningful to me, some of it is just enjoyable. Some is of very little interest to me. Sounds remarkably like "real" life.

No one wants to waste time, LH. I sure don't. If you feel the need to explore other experiences, that's great. May the Force Be With You. If you feel like dropping in just to have a good time, I look forward to seeing you in here again.

Meanwhile, I think I'll see if Sorcha, or jimmyt or Leadfingers or all my other friends are in Mudchat yet.

Jerry