11:50 a.m., Friday the 4th
Overall, I would say that the new "Like" feature here is an improvement. For those who would like to use it, it's now available. There were quite a few times, in the old forum setup, where this person or that person would wish the forum had a "Like" feature. Now those people have their wish granted. And if they're happy, I'm happy. Who knows, it might encourage more people to sign up and participate. Polyamory.com could use a boost in that area.
Of course, every improvement comes with its pros and cons. Some people might "get lazy" and just "Like" a post, whereas under the old forum setup they might have submitted a comment. But I don't think that'll happen very often, I think in most cases people will click on "Like" *and* leave a comment. Just my prediction.
BH and SB are away on their trip, ostensibly they are there (in California, I think) for a Barn Hunt competition for Eddie, but I'm sure they are also there for relationship nurturing. That's cool, I can handle that. And I hate to say it, but the cats and I are enjoying the break from Eddie, no barking and I don't have to take him outside for a potty break. I do however have to do the chores that BH and SB would have done if they were here. I've been nervous about that, like what if some part of a chore stumps me, but so far that's gone fine, so I'm relieved.
SB kind of figured I would drink while she was away. I don't want to disappoint her, so right now I am drinking some Jäger. Well?!