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Yes... I admit it. I kiss the digital ground they walk on (LOL)

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Yes... I admit it. I kiss the digital ground they walk on (LOL)

Do you know what the best part of being a Rainer is? The community. I am on a lot of platforms but this is the only one I call my digital home. The people living in my computer that I love are all in my virtual house Club Chaos. I freak out when I can't reach out and touch them when ever I want. Social media is about being social. If you are going to make friends then you should really be a friend to the ones you make and not waste or squander your relationships. The people living in my computer matter to me. Yes... I admit it. I kiss the digital ground they walk on (LOL).

I have a lot of acquaintances but very few true friends. I love this place because ActiveRain has introduced me to some of the best loves of my life...

Seriously....

You have no idea just how much fun we do have with each other in the background.

So many road trips, so little blogs about them (LOL).

 

Comments(33)

Richard Iarossi
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Crofton, MD
Crofton MD Real Estate, Annapolis MD Real Estate

C,

I look forward to when we can get together again in person...not just bits and bytes.

Rich

May 10, 2010 01:54 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Ohhh I so agree- I too kiss the digital groud we all play on!  It's my first day back - or so it feels like it as I've been so swamped.  I missed everybody and all the fun.  What an amazing group of people!

May 10, 2010 02:02 PM
Lola Audu
Lola Audu~Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI Real Estate - Grand Rapids, MI
Audu Real Estate~Grand Rapids, MI ~Welcome Home!

Carolyn...totally appreciate the sentiment.  A decade ago, I would not have had any understanding or your title. :)  People matter...in person and in virtual space.  

May 10, 2010 02:19 PM
Patricia Aulson
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES Verani Realty NH Real Estate - Exeter, NH
Realtor - Portsmouth NH Homes-Hampton NH Homes

Ha!  I love Margaret's comment above.  It says it all.

Patricia

May 10, 2010 02:28 PM
C Tann-Starr
Tann Starr & Associates, Inc. - Palm Bay, FL

Patricia, Margaret is a hoot (LOL). :-)

Lola, I can't imagine you guys not being in my life. I look for you all daily while popping in and out of cyberspace. It's nice to stay connected with family and friends and the beautiful thing about blogging is you can share your thoughts with everyone at the same time. The whole gang can get in on the conversation or lurk quietly on the sidelines. :-)

Anna, an amazing group of people indeed. :-)

Richard, I love visiting Maryland and look forward to my next trip with the wee people. Stephen has been demanding chocolate cars and houses every single week end (LOL). My kids are hooked on road trips.

Kathy, it was the best thing I ever did on-line too. :-)

Lori, I was not myself when I couldn't log in. Talk about angst and withdrawal issues (LOL). My cell phone habits were off the hook for days. :-)

Carra, very, very true. :-)

Donne, absolutely. I love my phone conversations as well. Melody Botting and I are on so much my hubby started telling us to get a room (LOL). We'd talk into the wee hours sometimes. Chicka is mad cool. I adore her. :-)

LOL @ Jason. I know what you mean. It is definitely a wonderful enhancement and I always look forward to my virtual peeps crossing over into brick and mortar status. :-)

LOL @ Susan. That was a very cool movie. ;-)

Marilyn, thank you. Enjoy your day as well. :-)

LMAO @ Candice. It's an ancient Chinese secret... :-D

Big Mike, I know what you mean and Margaret's suggestion may turn into a fun project. Will keep you guys posted. :-)

Margaret, working on a very silly illustration for it (LOL). ;-)

Oh Missy, I can so relate to that on so many levels... I set aside times to read my fave writers. I don't always comment but am always happy to stop by for a virtual visit. It really makes my day. :-)

Gerry, I missed them just like you did. It was frustrating not knowing if everyone was okay, what the latest bit of fun or madness was and who was updating the continuing saga of life versus work. :-)

Thank you, Russell. The level of friendships are just amazing. I absolutely love this place. :-)

 

 

 

May 10, 2010 02:44 PM
Richard Weisser
Richard Weisser Realty - Newnan, GA
Richard Weisser Retired Real Estate Professional

C,,,

ActiveRain is a community in every sense of the word. That's what I love about it too!

May 10, 2010 03:05 PM
Sharon Alters
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty - 904-673-2308 - Fleming Island, FL
Realtor - Homes for Sale Fleming Island FL

C-Tann, "my friends in the computer" - that is so true! Active Rain is definitely my internet home and a true community. And I'm so happy we're all up and running again :)

May 10, 2010 04:03 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Margaret,Jay,Pat,Monika,Jeff,Emily HomeRome Realty  Here are few of us from today in DC. Great afternoon.

Margaret

May 10, 2010 05:56 PM
Irene Kennedy Realtor® in Northwestern NJ
Weichert - Lopatcong, NJ

CTS,

I know EXACTLY what you mean after just a year in the 'Rain. The community and friendships mean more than the business leads!

May 11, 2010 12:57 AM
Marzena Melby
Coldwell Banker Burnet Realty - Richfield, MN
Realtor, Twin Cities Minnesota Real Estate

Hi C,

I am getting addicted to this community in many ways = no 12-step can cure this disease!  lol

May 11, 2010 01:52 AM
Cliff Kavanaugh
Keller Williams Realty of Charlottesville Virginia - Charlottesville, VA
ck@kw.com - 434-466-5128 - www.CvilleHomeSearch.com

I am eager to explore this opportunity as well.

May 11, 2010 02:16 AM
Damon Gettier
Damon Gettier & Associates, REALTORS- Roanoke Va Short Sale Expert - Roanoke, VA
Broker/Owner ABRM, GRI, CDPE

I value each relationship I have made on the Rain.  I am a member of Club Chaos...I need to become active there though.

May 11, 2010 05:12 AM
Margaret Mitchell
Coldwell Banker Yorke Realty - York, ME
Seacoast Maine & NH Real Estate

Awwwww, Gee C, we love ya back!!

May 11, 2010 08:41 AM
C Tann-Starr
Tann Starr & Associates, Inc. - Palm Bay, FL

LOL @ Margaret M. Thank you, sweetie pie. :-)

Damon, we have fun over there. :-)

Cliff, lots of great opportunities abound in cyberland. :-)

Marzena, some addictions are good for you (LOL). 

Irene, there are days I don't even think about working (LMAO). ;-)

Margaret R, I wish I could have made it. Nice shot! :-)

 

May 11, 2010 12:50 PM
Cheryl Ritchie
RE/MAX Leading Edge www.GoldenResults.com - Huntingtown, MD
Southern Maryland 301-980-7566

Cute post. I hear of you being in the area but have not met you yet. Until then!

May 11, 2010 12:51 PM
Timo Yannopoulos
Platinum Realty Licensed in Missouri - Kansas City, MO
Buying and Selling Kansas City Homes

Hey that was good I enjoyed I thought about kissing the frog. You made me laugh!!! LOL HaHa

May 11, 2010 05:02 PM
Jirius Isaac
Isaac Real Estate &TriStar Mortgage - Kenmore, WA
Real Estate & loans in Kenmore, WA

I really think that SM is the best way to meet and get friends that has ever happened.  sometimes it even works out that we can meet face to face.

May 13, 2010 02:39 PM
C Tann-Starr
Tann Starr & Associates, Inc. - Palm Bay, FL

Cheryl, shall be back down for a visit with the wee people very soon. My kids are in love with Lucy's house. :-)

Thank you, Timo (LOL).;-)

Jirius,I am with you on that one. I have hooked up with some of the most fascinating people. Very cool if used carefully. :-)

May 13, 2010 11:58 PM
Susan Mangigian
RE/MAX Preferred - West Chester, PA
Chester & Delaware County Homes, Delaware and Ches

You said: So many road trips, so little blogs about them (LOL).

I say:  So little blogs?  Are you kidding?  And the ones you write are so wordy!  xxoo

May 14, 2010 12:24 PM
C Tann-Starr
Tann Starr & Associates, Inc. - Palm Bay, FL

ROTFLMAO @ Susan. You named me well, girlfriend (LOL). ;-)

May 14, 2010 12:27 PM