Has anyone heard from Mimi? I just thought about it and I haven't seen her in awhile. I hope she's okay!

I was wondering the same thing, PM.

I happened upon another thread that was having a discussion regarding race. I think it really got to her.

I'm not certain if this is the reason for her absence, but it could be.

I know I miss her.

Fox

Oh yeah... I forgot about that. It was pretty rough.

I hate it when the [censored] factor gets deep enough that we start losing valuable posters.

If you walk away from the computer feeling angry or stressed, and it's because you've mixed it up with someone who likes internet [censored] contests or has radically different and inflexible views from yours, it's time to start using the Ignore option.

Like BobPure told me, it is very soothing.

One guy's opinion.

I hope she shows soon. Lots of folks here look to her for her good advice and support.

I bet if we keep bumping this thread looking for her, she won't be able to stand it and chime in.

Sound like a plan?

Jo

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I agree!

Mimi, your goddess smilie misses you. See the tiny little tear in the corner of the right eye?

Here is one of her last posts -

I will not stop talking about the black experience. I will continue to speak about the experience of who I am and my life. I have that right just as anyone else does. I am black and will speak about my life experience.

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This is a HORRIBLE thing for you to say.

My grandmother was a elementary school teacher who left her house early each morning to teach way down in the country to students who had to walk miles to get to the road.

She took soap and deodorant to teach them about hygiene. She loved those children and because of her love of them many of them came to her funeral as adults, giving her credit for their academic achievements and their ability to believe in themselves.

My other grandmother was a nurse/midwife, who helped bring many children in the world at our local Army hospital. Women, white and black, would come up to her and hug her neck.

These same women couldn't even try on clothes or hats in our local department store. They didn't let me know what was happening. But they raised me to be proud and I'm speaking out for THEM today.

I could go on about my grandfather..well respected himself...

My father's funeral was well-attended by whites and blacks...like a Sunday Service...he was raised by my grandparents to become an educational administrator in our community...

Was there life about crime and handouts????

No way...nor was the lives of my entire community.....

I will continue to speak about my WONDERFUL BLACK EXPERIENCE for as along as I live...

How about it, Mimi? Are you ready to join us again?

Your encouragement to behave as goddesses as helped many a woman see the goddess within.

Fox

She may be on vacation!

Well, if she is on vacation, she needs to send a bunch of postcards! And bring back a bunch of gifts souvenirs for the bunch of people who love her and whose lives she has enriched.

MIMI - we LOVE you!!!

<3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3

I miss MiMi too. Her support is a large part of the reason that my husband and I are on the right path. I hate that people had to hateful on a forum that is about the heart and mind. MiMi's heart and mind are the color of love and I miss her.

I hope that she comes back.

Mimi - - I have had three taking care of me doctor appointments this week AND I got a pedicure.

Oh, and Mimi is part of the reason I got that pedicure....no special occasion......I just wanted/needed one. And, I know which nail salon doesn't give the best pedis.

mimi, I miss you too!

You are a great inspiration to me and you have helped me to build my self esteem and positive attitude.

One thing I have always liked about the internet is that it makes it possible to meet people and get to know them without any prejudices due to appearance. Keyboard to keyboard can sometimes be closer than face to face. But I also understand that different persons have different experiences that are important to them. Wouldn't it be great if we could respect each other and learn from each other's experience?

Mimi, you know I love you more than my luggage--so get back when you can. There are many ladies here who have and do benefit from your particular brand of wisdom; I have been lucky enough to be one. If you are reading, just wanna say thank you. Hope to hear from you soon.

PM:

Your question?

"Where is Mimi?"

Where would you expect her to be?

Folks can post the most obnoxious stuff and are still welcome.

Yet Mimi doesn't feel safe here.

That is troubling on SO MANY levels.

I'm sure she will drop back in. But maybe not.

That is a major loss for this place.

And it won't be the last.

LG

Based on my experience since I've been here, Mimi has always been around. I guess I would expect to still see her here especially since she's felt hurt before and still stuck around.

You're right, people can be obnoxious (a better word would be offensive), but I disagree that they are still welcome, not by me anyway. I think some people post that way just because they love the drama that it causes. I won't go into what that says to me. Oh well, we can't control what others do, right?

If Mimi has left, it IS a great loss and a SHAME. She has helped SO many here.

Mimi, come back. The people who care about you (myself included) far outnumber the ones who choose to be obnoxious offensive.

I followed a few of the pre election threads and was saddened to see the way some people behaved toward other members, especially Mimi, it was bordering on hounding/stalking to me.

**EDIT**

Fireproof note: please contact the moderators directly. Thank you.

There are moderators on this board for a reason. If you don't think a post is appropriate, notify a moderator. Obviously the moderators kept an eye on the thread in question and edited where they felt it was necessary.

There are two sides to every coin. Those that agree with a particular poster may feel words are attacking. Those that disagree may find her words to be the ones that are inflammatory.

In the end it is up to the moderators to decide what is appropriate on these boards. These threads calling back a person that has made a decision to leave are at best, silly. Threads that are intended to question the content of the boards (and their moderation) are in fact against the TOS.

If you have a question about what is posted, contact the mods. If you have a problem with a poster, use the ignore feature.

Mimi is a big girl. She will return if she so chooses. In fact, do not assume she is gone.

Please contact the moderators if you see something that concerns you. Sometimes we might miss things, so we need your help. Keep in mind that disagreements are allowed, personal attacks are not! While a post might be unpleasant, it might not be against Terms of Service.

We would appreciate it if you email the moderating staff rather than airing concerns on the forum as per the TOS.

Thanks