Do you ever get bored of this place?

I don't know.... Lately I've been really disinterested in arguing over the same points for the millionth time.Does you interest at EvC ever wane? If and when it does, how long does it usually last for you?I notice some people take a little hiatus from EvC... Some days, some take months, some even over a year. They come back intermittently, but they never seem to have the same intensity when they do.I'm starting to feel like I just don't really care all that much anymore. In one sense, I like it, because I make myself available for more important things. At the same time, I kind of miss that intensity.Your thoughts and feelings on the matter?

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

People are often hard-headed. I'm used to that part. I'm just not as interested as used to be in the debate. And like I said, in some ways I like it, but in others I don't. As the undisputed master of the pile-on by riling them up in to a seething frenzy, I am more than used to it. Take it as a compliment. People aren't generally bothered by things that don't present a threat. If they can't let it go, it might be an indication that you have a solid argument and they hate you for it. Sometimes its a sign of desperation. Take it as a compliment. Oh, don't get me wrong. I've enjoyed my time immensely here. I'm just not feeling it as much lately. I thought it was a funk or a fluke, but its not subsiding. Eh, I'll give it time. I probably need a vacation anyway to focus on more pertinent matters.

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

And we must not be the only ones. Archer is all but gone. Modulous's activity has seriously declined. Arach is almost never here anymore. Same with Asgara. Heh... Even Percy isn't all that active. The list goes on.And then you look at the oldies who used to live here... All gone. Sylas, Pink Sasquatch... Gone. They lost interest, apparently.I guess everyone eventually outgrows this place... well, except for Jar and Crashfrog. They've made a career out of a hobby.I'm starting to wonder if I'm next. In fact, this is the most exciting thread on the board, and one that actually interests me.

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

I've also grown tired of people picking fights only because they are intellectual masochists. (not naming any names, Ringo).

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

Yes, and that really is the purpose of these forums, though we sometimes lose sight of that, myself included. I know for sure that some people here really do just want to fight. That's how they get their rocks off, I guess. I have purposely snuck in views counter to what I would ordinarily object to just to see if they weren't actually arguing the point, but were rather so focused on hating me, that they didn't bother to listen to what I was saying.Its very intriguing.... And disturbing. I stopped trying to keep up a long time ago. For every 1 post I make, on average I have anywhere from 2-15 responses waiting for me. It just keeps adding up as I go along in any given thread. On a thread that has reached 4 or 5 pages long, I have upwards of 20-40 responses waiting for me. That's why in my profile, on almost every thread I've ever debated on, I have replies waiting for me. Can't argue with that. I've met some really neat people here. Smart people. Caring people.

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

You're a good man, GDR. I would love to.

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

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I don't know.... Lately I've been really disinterested in arguing over the same points for the millionth time.

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Do you mean that absolutely or in a relative kind of way? What can I say? I have a lot to atone for. Plus I like a little adversity. Never be too satisfied in anything, as satisfaction is the death of desire.

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

No, because its self-inflicted. Though I suppose it could go both ways -- either dishing it out, or taking on punishment for all its worth.

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

Hmmmmmm.... Not sure if that's a compliment or chastisement.You're incorrect about the crackable nut thing though. I'm not crackable, but I am a nut.

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“This life’s dim windows of the soul, distorts the heavens from pole to pole, and goads you to believe a lie, when you see with and not through the eye.” -William Blake

Whew!.... If those are the vanguards, then you might as well just give up now. Why delay the inevitable? All joking aside, a couple of those names present very good argumentation, and I enjoy what they bring to the table. (Please note that "couple" literally means "two" in this instance). Won't name any names.You did, however, forget to mention Archer and Modulous, two very respected members who think more along the line's of yourself. I enjoy their company immensely. And if its worth anything, I have great respect for you too!Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

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“First dentistry was painless, then bicycles where chainless, and carriages where horseless, and many laws enforceless. Next cookery was fireless, telegraphy was wireless, cigars were nicotineless, and coffee caffeineless. Soon oranges were seedless, the putting green was weedless, the college boy was hatless, the proper diet -- fatless. New motor roads are dustless, the latest steel is rustless, our tennis courts are sodless, our new religion -- Godless” -Arthur Guiterman