Just a serious word on hearts.
I've been given three hearts. I used to buy and give many (under a different name) because I had the means, and I was a frequent poster.
I left during the gwb era because at the advice of my family, i was too emotionally drained to follow politics.
I returned last year, stronger and in a better place, but because I've since retired, I have to watch my expenditures.
I can't buy and give hearts anymore, but the ones I received meant the world to me.
The first, I assume, was a pity heart, since I had none and I'm no longer in the loop being so long gone. But I hope the other two were given for posts that may have touched someone at some point.
I've never posted out of spite or malice, but rather out of a sincere desire to learn something that I might not understand. I can't achieve wisdom unless I present questions and receive answers that clarify.
I've never stated an opinion that I haven't given much time and thought composing. If that warranted a heart, I am truly grateful.
Thank you. 💖
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Thanks for your kind words!
I thought the OP earned a heart, too.
I so wanted to buy more, yet could not. If I had a heart to give~ I would.
Here...
Thank you for your Op, tavernier
That's perfect, sheshe2!
pity hearts. All were given with love.
Yes there are several popular DUers who are loaded with hearts, but there are more of us who sought out the regular DU contributors and purposely showed our appreciation by giving them hearts. Everybody matters here, imo, and that is what makes this such a special place. 
This was my first experience with this, and I found it so very sweet.
you are not rude at all. I'm sorry my post came across that way.
You are very sweet, and I liked your post very much.
I'm glad you're in a better place. It doesn't matter much how often we post. Your thoughtfulness shines through Hope you enjoy a wonderful week.
