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Memorable DCUM Threads
I am constantly asked which threads in our forums stand out to me. I normally don't have a good answer. But, here are three that were memorable.
One of the most frequent questions I get asked about the DC Urban Moms and Dads website is "what were the most memorable discussion?" That's not as easy of a question as you would think because I read so many posts each day that they all start to blur together after a while. Also, while there is sort of a cottage industry on DCUM of posting about old threads, I'm not actually a fan of that tendency. Nevertheless, here are a few threads that have made an impression on me for various reasons:
This board and I have been through a lot. This was a very short thread that most people probably didn't read and wouldn't remember if they did. But, I appreciated it because it illustrated how the website could have a positive impact on someone's life. It also validated our decision to move away from strictly parenting topics and to create forums on broader issues such as finance and relationships.
I haven't heard from my boyfriend since Friday night. This was the famous -- or infamous -- "poaching bobcats" thread. This thread was well underway before I even noticed it, but once I did I couldn't pull myself away from it. The thread had a bit of everything, drama, humor, and the unforgettable "Uncle J". I've heard of people describing DCUM as "reality TV", but this was the first time I really understood the comparison.
New relationship- unexpected pregnancy at 38- seeking advice/support. It can be argued that this thread didn't turn out perfectly, but it is memorable to me for the parts that did go better than expected. What impressed me about this thread was that it involved a person with a real-life challenge that didn't lend itself to simple answers. The poster probably didn't have a lot of options for seeking support, so DCUM filled an important role. Not exactly surprisingly, DCUM came through and posters demonstrated the kinder, gentler, side of the "Mommy Fight Site".
Anyone who has been around our forums for any length of time would probably be surprised by this list. The "usual suspects" that normally populate lists of favorite DCUM threads are missing. So, feel free to add your favorites as comments to this post.
