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If you were famous, what would you be famous for? Me--my polymer clay earrings. How about you? (Original Post) debm55 Jan 2026 OP
Read the room. This might not be the right time Bobstandard Jan 2026 #1
Actually, this is exactly the right time. mwmisses4289 Jan 2026 #2
Sorry, I don't understand debm55 Jan 2026 #3
DU's Lounge is for relaxing, taking enjoyment in life and escaping reality Niagara Jan 2026 #7
Thank you Niagara. debm55 Jan 2026 #10
You're welcome, Debbie Niagara Jan 2026 #15
The "room" differs for many folks here True Dough Jan 2026 #9
Thank you True Dough. debm55 Jan 2026 #11
Well said. anciano Jan 2026 #13
You're entire response is perfectly stated, True Niagara Jan 2026 #16
Thanks, Niagara True Dough Jan 2026 #17
You're welcome and thank you. And I certainly hope so Niagara Jan 2026 #18
Saying the wrong thing.... 🤐 anciano Jan 2026 #4
I don't think the post is wrong, I read worse debm55 Jan 2026 #5
I was replying to your OP.... anciano Jan 2026 #6
You proved your merit ever so quickly, anciano! True Dough Jan 2026 #8
I bask in my husband's small fame. He named a little part of Florida. chouchou Jan 2026 #12
I won't ask but I will say thank you for sharing.chouchou. debm55 Jan 2026 #14
Making entertainment that speaks to people as well as exposes the faults in our society. OldBaldy1701E Jan 2026 #19

Niagara

(11,923 posts)
7. DU's Lounge is for relaxing, taking enjoyment in life and escaping reality
Sat Jan 3, 2026, 02:20 PM
Jan 2026

Perhaps you should read the room and to be aware of exactly what the Lounge is for, Bob.

Niagara

(11,923 posts)
15. You're welcome, Debbie
Sat Jan 3, 2026, 03:19 PM
Jan 2026



Here is someone who's not a prolific DU poster (with a little over 2,000 posts) and who's not a creator or founder of DU and obviously hasn't read DU's Lounge rules and why it's actually here:

Statement of Purpose
Our social forum. Relax with your friends and talk about off-topic stuff. The Lounge is supposed to be a friendly, welcoming place for everyone. No cliquish behavior. No drama. No political arguments. No whining about DU.



I'm not going to let them push you around, Debbie. You're content helps people and continues to do so.

True Dough

(27,092 posts)
9. The "room" differs for many folks here
Sat Jan 3, 2026, 02:32 PM
Jan 2026

Some click on threads that will lift their spirits. Others will share their angst or seek to comfort those struggling.

That's entirely up to each individual DUer at any given time. Outside of the terms of service, nobody should attempt to sway how others choose to post here.

Humor existed in the trenches of World War II. There's room for lighter fare here in the Lounge always. The world isn't without tragedies and hardship at any point. We could just live a glum existence forever, but who benefits?

Back to the regularly scheduled programming...

Niagara

(11,923 posts)
16. You're entire response is perfectly stated, True
Sat Jan 3, 2026, 03:26 PM
Jan 2026

But your statement really spoke to me.


That's entirely up to each individual DUer at any given time. Outside of the terms of service, nobody should attempt to sway how others choose to post here.



If Bob looked at the DU's Lounge rules, they would see it's meant not to be too serious here and of course members can be serious if they choose to be. We share off the wall jokes, puns, movies, music, trivia and whatever else here. It sounds like Bob has never been in the Lounge before.


Thank you!

True Dough

(27,092 posts)
17. Thanks, Niagara
Sat Jan 3, 2026, 03:28 PM
Jan 2026

Your reply was on point as well. I hope Bob has a better understanding now.

anciano

(2,290 posts)
6. I was replying to your OP....
Sat Jan 3, 2026, 01:32 PM
Jan 2026

"saying the wrong thing" is what I would be famous for.
(Apparently, I just proved it! LOL)


OldBaldy1701E

(11,372 posts)
19. Making entertainment that speaks to people as well as exposes the faults in our society.
Sun Jan 4, 2026, 02:01 PM
Jan 2026

Music, movies, television, and theater. I can do it all.

However, the country doesn't need to worry, I doubt I will ever the the chance!

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