I know this pain. Did something similar near the end of last year. Over 300 removed after carefully checking in on each one; then being flooded with memories. Some were inactive for four years. Quite a few were low rep noobs I followed most likely after they visited my space, seemed interesting and excited, made a few posts but I guess weren't interested in grinding to get ahead like so many of us were doing, then faded away. I saw how some got duped by the shit talkers and negative types, misled to believe the platform was destined for failure, so out the door they went. What bugs me there is some of those shit talkers and negative types are still around doing it, but that's a story for another day.

Thanks for the mention. I too have taken a lot of breaks over the years though, but I made it clear to those who know me best I will always return. Interestingly enough, every single time I've returned, I picked up damn near right where I left off. I think some fear their return would be a challenging experience that puts them at the bottom and makes them start all over again, so that bit of worry would make returning even more challenging and not so appealing. But really, all one has to do is show up.

And it's too bad those who feel creating content is no longer for them don't stick around to consume, since that's the most important role to play, yet having a whole bunch of butts in the seats simply here to enjoy the content and personalities is what's always been missing. Stage is full, seats are empty.