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[Skidude]

I have been a lurker for 5-6 months and am so grateful for all that I have learned..albeit a fraction of some here.
I made the mistake of posting erroneous information and advice on other forums (I blame the whiskey most of all) I will attempt to be more conservative. lesson learned.
I do appreciate all of you, and the education. I hope to post more in the future. If I ever offend, please accept my apology in advance, it is not intentional. Just a (previously) chunky Texas boy trying to learn a few things and make the most of this miraculous gift science has given me.
Hiya all!

 

[raw_oyster_eater]

I made the mistake of posting erroneous information and advice on other forums (I blame the whiskey most of all) I will attempt to be more conservative. lesson learned.

well that's no fun.

there is a matter of opinion on what is "erroneous" and varies widely.

 

[Skidude]

well that's no fun.

there is a matter of opinion on what is "erroneous" and varies widely.

It was fun, but I do recognize these are not subjects that should be discussed lightly, most of them anyway. I like the theory that: the best way to get a correct answer is to post an incorrect one and watch the corrections flood in. But sadly, under these circumstances I recognize it could be detrimental to others.
There is tons of great content here though, and not all of it has to be serious, some good drama and comedy as well. I just keep clicking new posts and read regardless of the title, it is surprising what content you can find that way.

 

[scarywood75]

It was fun, but I do recognize these are not subjects that should be discussed lightly, most of them anyway. I like the theory that: the best way to get a correct answer is to post an incorrect one and watch the corrections flood in. But sadly, under these circumstances I recognize it could be detrimental to others.
There is tons of great content here though, and not all of it has to be serious, some good drama and comedy as well. I just keep clicking new posts and read regardless of the title, it is surprising what content you can find that way.

There's less drama than say 6-8 months ago unfortunately, but I try to bring some whenever I can lol

 

[Skidude]

There's less drama than say 6-8 months ago unfortunately, but I try to bring some whenever I can lol

There is no doubt that things slowed down a bit with CNY, and definitely since my discovering this place via spreadsheet that was later deleted.

Drama days are a little less pink since losing some of our fun contributors.
But, I do believe the human aspect and anecdotal experiences add significant value to the data.

When I first came here, looking for a magical spreadsheet, that was surely a treasure map to elixirs that would help sustain my transformation, I was single minded and only source driven. It takes some time to see the true value of this type of community.

I have now dabbled in a few other stacks, read on pros and cons of most listed here, and continue growing my knowledge while simultaneously shrinking my waist line.

Thank you all for your part in this-

 

[raw_oyster_eater]

so it sounds like you've already lost your weight. its nice to hear what people did to get there.