First of all, I greatly appreciate all the shout-outs to me personally. Thanks, guys!
I'd have too much to say if I were to compliment or praise any of you folks individually.
So, I'm just gonna say, you're an awesome bunch, you all. You're the kind of folks who restore some of my faith in internet communication and people in general. We don't always agree with each other, but no two people are alike. Different views and opinions aren't necessarily a bad thing. The fact that so many of you can remain so laid back and get along just to have some fun, share laughs, and talk about both differing interests and interests you have in common with one and other is pretty darn amazing, if you ask me. I'm glad that I've been able to share some of that with you all, myself. While I've known some of you for several years, now, a lot of you may instead be newer to this site than I am, or otherwise weren't familiar with me until very recently. No matter the case, as many aspects of myself still need to improve, I owe this website and people like you a fair amount of gratitude for helping me become a considerably more mature and aware person. That, and for helping me discover some new interests and hobbies of mine, as well. There's a point where you shouldn't get
too comfortable or open on the internet, because there
are bad people out there, but never say you can't meet and befriend
good people on the internet, either. I think this place is pretty solid proof that you actually can.
I've noticed some talk about depression and encouragement, too. So, lemme ask, do you ever doubt yourselves? Criticize yourselves and encourage yourselves to become a better person or push yourselves to gain the strength to overcome whatever obstacle you're up against, instead. None of us are perfect. None of our lives are or will be perfect. But we have all the power in the world to improve on every front. Don't waste any chance to do it, and don't be too hard on yourselves. Take it from a young man who legitimately hated himself just a couple years ago. We all have regrets. It's not too late to make up for them however you can, and toss those regrets in the past, the place where they belong and no longer matter.
Keep being awesome, people!