Thank you Yorkie Talk

[Wylie's Mom]

Originally Posted by gemy

Over the past few weeks, there have been more than a few threads, about how "bad" in one way or another that YT is.

Support that is not given, advice that seems off, judgemental quotes, and this n that.

Many newer members here, and just joiners, will not know, nor would I expect them to know, the trials and heart break I've been through.

In my mind and heart this is the most caring, most giving family of dog lovers there are. They have helped me in so many ways. Posting support, posting links, posting prose and support, when my girl was dying of cancer. And this was for my girl who was Not a Yorkshire Terrier.

When you are new or newish, you don't know these things yet, cause of course how can you? Mayhap you barely know that there are different forums.

So I say stay the course, look around at all the wonderful threads that do show love, support. Balance those against what maybe is said in a direct and sometimes hurtful way.

IMO there is no other list that not only cares so much, but has so much pertinent and wide spanning information to share.

Love it.

The part I highlighted in red hit me the hardest (in a good way), bc that's exactly how I feel too! There is way too much good here to allow anything negative to get the best of us.

[linda44]

Originally Posted by gemy

Over the past few weeks, there have been more than a few threads, about how "bad" in one way or another that YT is.

Support that is not given, advice that seems off, judgemental quotes, and this n that.

Many newer members here, and just joiners, will not know, nor would I expect them to know, the trials and heart break I've been through.

In my mind and heart this is the most caring, most giving family of dog lovers there are. They have helped me in so many ways. Posting support, posting links, posting prose and support, when my girl was dying of cancer. And this was for my girl who was Not a Yorkshire Terrier.

When you are new or newish, you don't know these things yet, cause of course how can you? Mayhap you barely know that there are different forums.

So I say stay the course, look around at all the wonderful threads that do show love, support. Balance those against what maybe is said in a direct and sometimes hurtful way.

IMO there is no other list that not only cares so much, but has so much pertinent and wide spanning information to share.

What a lovely, heartfelt post! I totally agree.

[Teresa Ford]

Thank You Gail for this post.You are so right, Yorkie Talk is valuable resource for anyone that wants to learn about Yorkies. I am so thankful for the people that make time to give excellent advice, hugs, information, reassurance, support, sympathy, kindness and tough love when they know it will help. With such a diverse group of intelligent people we do not all think the same way. Not everyone agrees all the time and that is the same in all families and groups of people. I know I set some people's teeth on edge and some people have pushed my buttons too. But, what I cherish is the vast understanding, knowledge and experience we can tap into. I have been a Yorkie person for over 30 years and I learn something new on YT almost daily. I enjoy the stories, photos and sharing that invites me into your life and you into mine. I have found on YT an acceptance for what the majority of the world only sees as 'that weird Yorkie Lady, with the dog stroller and a bumper sticker that says, I love my Yorkies.'

[lisaly]

As always, this was beautifully put. Your insight, wisdom, and your beautiful heart always stagger me, Gail. I lost my little girl almost two years ago, but I grew to care so much about the people here that I have stayed on this forum without a dog in my life for all of this time. Because of Gemy and JacquelineBabco, I have now have a special little girl to love. Each day I have logged on, I see people who really care, and I am always filled with such emotion. I am thankful to YorkieTalk and the special people who I have met here.

[yorkietalkjilly]

Couldn't agree with your post more, Gemy. YT is a wonderful site of knowledgeable & supportive people with such a passion for the loving care of Yorkies that it truly inspires. Since I've been a member, I've felt as if I have a whole new circle of friends to call on in times of trouble, when questions arise or to trade stories/quips with on fun threads. And the important threads that deal with sickness/injury/life & death issues teach us all many, many things - and not just about dogs.

[southernbelle04]

I concur! I love YT!