Site closure by end of year

[jimnyc]

Not sure of exact date yet, but this site will be shut down and converted to a simple memorial page by the end of the year sometime, in the honor of Merlin1047, Gaffer, Elessar & CSM. Something along the option of the following 2, or similar.

Absolutely nothing stunning as I'm not one who could do that anyway. It's just simple, but honoring the folks lost during our time and also honoring my word to always have those ribbons there in THEIR honor.



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[hjmick]

Wait... What?

[Tyr-Ziu Saxnot]

not sure of exact date yet, but this site will be shut down and converted to a simple memorial page by the end of the year sometime, in the honor of merlin1047, gaffer, elessar & csm. Something along the option of the following 2, or similar.

Absolutely nothing stunning as i'm not one who could do that anyway. It's just simple, but honoring the folks lost during our time and also honoring my word to always have those ribbons there in their honor.



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what? ! !!!!!!!

[revelarts]

It's Not April Jim.

[jimnyc]

I received several PM's that made me sad, and made me think more about what the site means to some people.

It's a small group here but it means much to some people. Hopefully others will have an opportunity to pop in and add in their 2 cents.

The problem is that even though it may mean a lot to some folks out there - the entire idea of the board isn't really being met. And I cannot say enough and say THANK YOU to the amount of people that out right and/or sent me a message offering to send money somehow to help the site along somehow so that things won't close down. That's no issue though and I don't need any funding from anyone. But man, I can't say enough again how much it then means to ME that folks do want to help me somehow, or want to fund in somehow to keep things going.

I will simply base things on folks showing up here, folks actually posting - even if not politics and they just want to shoot the breeze about anything, like Darin sinking Rick's 4 wheeler, or how cool the UFC is compared to other sports, or discussing animals in any manner, or discussing music along with posting some to go along with it, or ANYTHING that is outside the norm that draws your interest. We will see how things play out, but if the site does mean much to folks, they will be here, it's that simple.

[BoogyMan]

I have just recently gotten to a point where I could come and discuss things here on a regular basis. I hate to hear that it will be shutting down. There are some really great folks here.

[jimnyc]

I have just recently gotten to a point where I could come and discuss things here on a regular basis. I hate to hear that it will be shutting down. There are some really great folks here.

Well, keep on coming here and keep on posting.

My decision was loosely made and made based on the obvious, members here and posting. It really is that simple.

This is NOT, NOT, NOT something I want. Based on deadness. I don't want to ever call out and/or list any names, but some great folks simply stopped coming here often. Or some folks still pop in here but then just don't participate. Everyone has their reasons and that's their business alone.

I wasn't planning on shutting down tomorrow. I was going to plan it over a few months period in order to allow folks to share things with one another. If somehow posting picks up again I will be more than happy to continue things! I ALWAYS called this place an adult family here. And many a time stressed that "small family". And that was true and still stands true. But it went from like a 20-30 group of great family members down to dwindling numbers. Whether that be from folks not coming around anymore to folks just not wanting to post much or at all anymore. I am happy to pay the bills and keep the structure going and handling any background issues as they may arise, domain stuff and all that happy jazz. But it's all for nuttin if folks don't post.

I'll play it day by day - but everyone sees the point it has gotten to, and unless something drastic changes, that's the direction. It's all up to all of us.

[icansayit]

It will be a sad day for all of us Jim. As for Gabby. Terrible memories of what all of us won't miss....













In a time when just the FEW of us find a place to meet...though not as often as in the past. YOUR D.P. has become somewhat of an OASIS or ISLAND where we can go to be away from the rest of the CRAZINESS, IGNORANCE, AND STUPIDITY that has invaded THE ONLY COUNTRY I, and MANY OTHERS HAVE EVER KNOWN.

I know it has to be difficult for you to make such a decision. But YOU have to do what your heart, and mind tells you to do. In either case. THANKS FOR THE LIBERTY!
(A line from the movie Mister Roberts.)

[Gunny]

Well, keep on coming here and keep on posting.

My decision was loosely made and made based on the obvious, members here and posting. It really is that simple.

This is NOT, NOT, NOT something I want. Based on deadness. I don't want to ever call out and/or list any names, but some great folks simply stopped coming here often. Or some folks still pop in here but then just don't participate. Everyone has their reasons and that's their business alone.

I wasn't planning on shutting down tomorrow. I was going to plan it over a few months period in order to allow folks to share things with one another. If somehow posting picks up again I will be more than happy to continue things! I ALWAYS called this place an adult family here. And many a time stressed that "small family". And that was true and still stands true. But it went from like a 20-30 group of great family members down to dwindling numbers. Whether that be from folks not coming around anymore to folks just not wanting to post much or at all anymore. I am happy to pay the bills and keep the structure going and handling any background issues as they may arise, domain stuff and all that happy jazz. But it's all for nuttin if folks don't post.

I'll play it day by day - but everyone sees the point it has gotten to, and unless something drastic changes, that's the direction. It's all up to all of us.

Better?

[Tyr-Ziu Saxnot]

Jim, this place of refuge if closed down would e a severe blow to some of us, definitely myself for sure. My friends made here are dear to my soul and my heart. Each one to me is a precious gem. I know you must do what you think best my friend, so Ipray this site does not vanish. Prayers are said for my dear friends here that have been a true godsend to this old and very tired soul. God bless.

[gabosaurus]

Seriously JIm? This place is an online home. People live here. Have for many years. If you are tired of running it -- a valid complaint after this many years -- you are entitled to say so. Why have people left? Perhaps DP became too combative and too far to the right. Politics has created a bigger social divide than ever in the age of Trump. But always remember that DP is like Hotel California -- you can check out any time you want, but you can never leave.

[Gunny]

Seriously JIm? This place is an online home. People live here. Have for many years. If you are tired of running it -- a valid complaint after this many years -- you are entitled to say so. Why have people left? Perhaps DP became too combative and too far to the right. Politics has created a bigger social divide than ever in the age of Trump. But always remember that DP is like Hotel California -- you can check out any time you want, but you can never leave.

Look what the cat dragged in. Another dead bird with an empty head. And the poster child if ever there was one for the reason a board such as this one exists.

People are allowed to think for themselves here instead of being cancelled by the mobs on other boards full of bleating, fascist sheep that think the destruction of Law, the nation and society is a good thing. Everyone knows turning the US into a 3rd World shithole with the ultimate pussy for a President is what's best

I owe an apology to Jimbob, Rick and Darin for EVER defending you. I still defend your Right to open your mouth in your quarterly drive-by's to remind us how f-ing stupid you and your ilk are, bur finding you humorous was a luxury afforded before you and your losers projected your worthlessness onto the rest of us.

Whether you are you or your daughter today, DO have a nice one

[gabosaurus]

Gunny, thanks for your sweet and thoughtful reply. But flattery will get you nowhere. Yes, my daughter does exist. Just like your daughter exists. My kids recently celebrated her 21st birthday. How's that for time moving forward? If she were home now, she would join me in wishing you a happy father's day. Never change your loveably crusty curmudgeon self.

[Gunny]

Gunny, thanks for your sweet and thoughtful reply. But flattery will get you nowhere. Yes, my daughter does exist. Just like your daughter exists. My kids recently celebrated her 21st birthday. How's that for time moving forward? If she were home now, she would join me in wishing you a happy father's day. Never change your loveably crusty curmudgeon self.

Is it Gabby on meds? Or no? Have to wait for her to pretend to be her daughter or not to find out.

[gabosaurus]

Tell ya what Gunny. Why don't you post while pretending to be your daughter. Then I will put my daughter on and they can pretend to converse with each other.