I, I, I...Ok

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I, I, I...Ok

I, I, I...

Okay.

Okay.

I'm not leaving forever!! I just wanted to get that out of the way. Believe, I couldn't abandon the CB. It's become such a big part of my life. 

But, right, I just feel like I need to take a break. I don't want to trod on too many toes, and I don't want to be offensive, and I DEFINITELY understand that religions have different views. But it hurts me. I feel hurt, I feel a little sick inside, at all the--the just, negativity towards same-gender romances. I support the LGBTQ+ community fully, and it's so hard for me to look at things that downput it so much. 

Again, thank you Admins for your decision. That was very fair of you, and I know you're doing your best. But I don't want to come onto CB for a bit if I don't feel good just reading threads.

To everyone in my CB Spirit Solo Write, I'll still be updating that. Don't worry! That will go strong! I just won't be active on anything else. Anyone who wants to talk to me, go there. 

To everyone who's a fan of Mew, 8, Veranda, and Vixtion--they're not dying or leaving, just taking a break with me.

To all my CB buddies--EVERY single one of you--I know this might seem like the cherry on top of a depressing, difficult-to-get-through cake, but I'm not leaving forever. I'm taking... a hiatus. I just can't stand--I can't stand seeing same-gender romances referred to in such a way. It's not an offense to one certain person or people, it's just a general "need to breathe fresh air for awhile." 

Bye bye for now,

Clouded Leopard.  

submitted by Clouded Leopard, age sad, really sad, I mean it
(December 17, 2016 - 7:11 pm)

back to the Down to Earth

I know exactly how you feel.

submitted by Gared
(December 17, 2016 - 9:29 pm)

I'll miss you, friendo <3

I'm an equal rights supporter as well, and I share your sentiments on the argument. I understand your need to take a break (run away with us for the summ—okay, okay, I'll stop), and I'll eagerly await your return.

Sending you virtual hugs and muffins.

submitted by Abigail S., age 12, Nose in a Book
(December 17, 2016 - 9:41 pm)
submitted by Sad leopard tops
(December 17, 2016 - 10:41 pm)

I feel the same way too girlfriend. Have a nice break; and come back soon! 

P.s. Sir Galahad still loves Vixtion, and misses her A LOT. ;)

 

submitted by Joan B. of Arc, age 14, Camelot
(December 17, 2016 - 10:49 pm)

It's completely understandable to take a break! *says through tears*

No, but honestly, it's really ok. I'll miss you so much, though, and if nothing else, come back valentine's day 2019!

See you Soon,

Biblio. 

submitted by Bibliophile
(December 17, 2016 - 10:56 pm)

Oh, CL! I felt exactly the same way. When I was afraid LGBTQ characters would be banned, I thought that if they were banned, I would have to leave. But I'm starting to feel better, because no matter what people say, equality has won. I kind of want to take a break from DtE and C@C but I feel that my stance is important. In case people don't want to be there, someone should stay. I still might take a break though...I'm not sure.

Yes, I felt hurt, sad, sick...all of that. I'm still recovering.

We are here for each other, CL. Also, I will go back to my ski lodge, so I hope...well, do you think you could keep reading it? 

submitted by Owlgirl
(December 17, 2016 - 11:10 pm)

Goodbye, CL! (Thank Glaux you'll be coming back! I'm not sure if I could bear it if another of my closer friends left forever)

submitted by Scylla
(December 17, 2016 - 11:21 pm)

Oh. Okay. But what about our Writing/Art Contest Partnership?

submitted by Leafpool
(December 18, 2016 - 2:00 pm)

I get it, CL. I feel the same way. I hope you can come back once all of this blows over a little. 

submitted by Jarvis, age ???
(December 18, 2016 - 5:10 pm)

Bye Cloudy! I'm going to miss you. While I have totally different views on this subject, I am sad to see you gone. You're one of the few other Trekkies on the CB, and I really need to fangirl with you more. Hopefully I'll still be here when you get back. *Hugs*

submitted by Mirax T. , Thyferra
(December 18, 2016 - 10:06 pm)

I completely understand why you're leaving. It was hard for me as well to see so much negativity towards the LGBTQ+ community. But regardless of their opinions, all the people on here are really kind. They make the CB what it is.

I hope you'll come back soon! 

submitted by OtR
(December 19, 2016 - 9:07 am)