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July 31, 2001, Chris, 12:05:45, 6/19/2001 Ummm, Tricia, 12:14:22, 6/19/2001, (#1) Thank you...., Charley, 12:16:24, 6/19/2001, (#2) Thanks Chris, Ribaldone, 12:29:48, 6/19/2001, (#3) Chris, Scarlet, 12:33:24, 6/19/2001, (#4) chris, Tricia, 12:34:33, 6/19/2001, (#5) Chris, Waiting, 12:45:19, 6/19/2001, (#7) the end of an era, fly, 12:44:58, 6/19/2001, (#6) I too,, zoomama, 12:52:33, 6/19/2001, (#11) Well, Fly, Waiting, 12:46:37, 6/19/2001, (#8) You go, girl!, darby, 13:03:31, 6/19/2001, (#15) Chris, janab, 12:53:48, 6/19/2001, (#12) LOL, waiting, fly, 12:50:26, 6/19/2001, (#10) Chris, Watching you, 12:49:57, 6/19/2001, (#9) Chris, doScubie, 12:58:33, 6/19/2001, (#14) bittersweet, Ayeka, 12:56:00, 6/19/2001, (#13) Thank You, Chris..., shadow, 13:09:41, 6/19/2001, (#20) shadow, Phantom, 13:39:43, 6/19/2001, (#31) Dear Chris,, LurkerXIV, 13:06:03, 6/19/2001, (#19) This is sad.., Phantom, 13:04:51, 6/19/2001, (#18) so sorry JW is closing, austingirl, 13:04:49, 6/19/2001, (#17) austingirl,, LurkerXIV, 13:09:49, 6/19/2001, (#21) Chris, Gemini, 13:04:44, 6/19/2001, (#16) Well Now Chris...., Voyager, 13:27:28, 6/19/2001, (#26) I remember the JW glory days, too., Cassandra, 13:18:00, 6/19/2001, (#23) Chris, Nedthan Johns, 13:14:47, 6/19/2001, (#22) Dear Chris,, Holly, 13:28:23, 6/19/2001, (#27) Lovely Pidgeon, ayjey, 13:20:09, 6/19/2001, (#24) I actually , Nedthan Johns, 13:21:14, 6/19/2001, (#25) Lurker, austingirl, 13:29:54, 6/19/2001, (#29) You can hang that one, Watching you, 13:29:19, 6/19/2001, (#28) WOW, tx_sunshine, 13:41:25, 6/19/2001, (#32) If..., Chris, 13:37:03, 6/19/2001, (#30) keep the conversations going, fly, 14:04:19, 6/19/2001, (#34) fly, austingirl, 14:06:46, 6/19/2001, (#35) Well heck, Nedthan Johns, 13:59:31, 6/19/2001, (#33) CDs..., shadow, 14:16:10, 6/19/2001, (#36) Thank-you Chris, Orsen, 14:24:01, 6/19/2001, (#37) I too..., Sailer, 14:54:08, 6/19/2001, (#39) I'm at work, starry, 14:52:50, 6/19/2001, (#38) Chris, momo, 15:20:01, 6/19/2001, (#41) Ditto, Chris (from Momo's post), Thor, 17:38:29, 6/19/2001, (#50) Thanks Chris..., dustii, 15:14:23, 6/19/2001, (#40) Does this mean..., Phantom, 15:20:34, 6/19/2001, (#42) Thanks, Chris!, New York Lawyer, 15:26:44, 6/19/2001, (#43) Chris, Scully, 16:05:33, 6/19/2001, (#44) Wishes, rachel, 16:18:34, 6/19/2001, (#45) OMG I am devastated!, ayelean, 16:47:51, 6/19/2001, (#47) Best of luck Chris..., Show Me, 16:46:46, 6/19/2001, (#46) Good luck, Chris!, janphi, 17:01:28, 6/19/2001, (#48) i really hope.., dustii, 17:28:08, 6/19/2001, (#49) A sad day..., Greenleaf, 18:10:31, 6/19/2001, (#52) Good luck, Chris, Maggie, 18:01:19, 6/19/2001, (#51) Chris, v_p, 18:30:00, 6/19/2001, (#54) Greenleaf, JR, 18:25:56, 6/19/2001, (#53) yeah, Lurker, rachel, 18:46:03, 6/19/2001, (#55) Lurker, JR, 18:47:30, 6/19/2001, (#56) I, too, Honeybun, 19:08:34, 6/19/2001, (#57) Don't Pack Your Bags!, Chris, 19:15:02, 6/19/2001, (#58) A Chris Sighting!!, Lacey, 19:30:25, 6/19/2001, (#60) Chris, Morgan, 19:25:07, 6/19/2001, (#59) Chris, that is great news!!, Thor, 19:50:24, 6/19/2001, (#61) Please don't go!, Jessa Ash, 20:07:36, 6/19/2001, (#62) kudos to you, Chris, maundy, 20:24:25, 6/19/2001, (#63) Thank you Chris, Jerrya, 21:22:02, 6/19/2001, (#69) hey Chris, Gemini, 20:39:10, 6/19/2001, (#64) Chris, Tomahawk, 20:53:42, 6/19/2001, (#66) donations, royal486, 20:51:05, 6/19/2001, (#65) Hope springs eternal, FT, 21:02:59, 6/19/2001, (#67) Boo Hoo!, Mandarin, 22:03:24, 6/19/2001, (#70) royal486, Frank, 21:09:03, 6/19/2001, (#68) Add My Thanks To The Boquet, cairn, 22:29:32, 6/19/2001, (#71) ................................................................... "July 31, 2001" Posted by Chris on 12:05:45 6/19/2001 I wanted to let everyone know as far in advance as possible that I'll be closing the doors on the Justice Watch forums effective July 31, 2001. A special thank you to everyone who has supported my efforts over the last three years. Whether it was via financial support or emotional support, it has all been helpful. To those that might spin this action on my part into some sort of conspiracy, save your breath. My real life is simply busier, with more and more of my activities being away from the computer. I think Ruthee's death put the nail in the coffin for me and I've been struggling to make a decision ever since. This fall I'll be going to school full-time and working part time...that, along with my duties as wife and mother just doesn't allow me enough time to maintain the forum in a manner that I feel proud of. If some of you are interested in archives of the past gazillion JW threads, I may make those available on CD - I'll let you know. Love, Chris [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 1. "Ummm" Posted by Tricia on 12:14:22 6/19/2001 I don't know what to say except thank you Chris for all of your hard work. I feel lost already. Tricia [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 2. "Thank you...." Posted by Charley on 12:16:24 6/19/2001 chris for all you have done. I do however, see your reason for closing the doors. I wish you best of luck with your education. Thanks you for all that you have given to JB and in helping to bring justice to a little girl. Take care. Justice watch will be missed! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 3. "Thanks Chris" Posted by Ribaldone on 12:29:48 6/19/2001 for all you've done and good luck to you. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 4. "Chris" Posted by Scarlet on 12:33:24 6/19/2001 have you considered letting someone take over your position with the forum so that it doesn't have to close down completely? Thanks for all of your efforts in this case. I know JonBenet would thank you if she could. Good luck and God bless. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 5. "chris" Posted by Tricia on 12:34:33 6/19/2001 you got mail! Tricia [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 7. "Chris" Posted by Waiting on 12:45:19 6/19/2001 Chris, Somehow, this doesn't suprise me---I've sort of felt vibes about it I guess. You've had a fabulous run being web mistress of the forum of record for JBR, the best of ALL the forums that were or are. You should be nothing but proud of yourself for all the work you put into Justice Watch. I'm just sorry for all the junk you had to put up with as well. I won't pontificate about the future of the case, but I have always felt JoneBenét Ramsey does not need our efforts; has never needed them since the day she died. My search for justice has been to see the murderer(s)of this little girl caught. I don't think it's going to happen, and the litigation circus going on right now has no interest for me. So I too, plan on moving on and away from my probably too-long preoccupation with the case, though I suppose I'll check the other forums from time-to-time. Chris, LOVE, THANKS, and all the very best to you and your family. To the future!! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 6. "the end of an era" Posted by fly on 12:44:58 6/19/2001 Would an arrest in the case change your mind? OK, I'll start packing my bags. Good luck in your future endeavors. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 11. "I too," Posted by zoomama on 12:52:33 6/19/2001 have "felt" some going out of business vibes. With the case not moving anywhere as it has been for so long the need for all of us to read and write about it has lost some glamour. You have been the leader to be admired and praised for all your work. I applaud you sincerely and hope your future endevors will be satisfying and successful. Thank you Chris. Thank you. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 8. "Well, Fly" Posted by Waiting on 12:46:37 6/19/2001 I see that the BNF is back :) [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 15. "You go, girl!" Posted by darby on 13:03:31 6/19/2001 And I mean that in the best of ways. Chris, many moons ago, I, too, walked away from a full-time job, taking part-time jobs to earn my degree. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made. And yes, I was very, VERY busy the whole time, but the experience was amazing. JW itself is a full-time job. College will probably be a breeze for you! I'll never forget the night you and I talked and laughed throughout most of the night at the NJ get-together. I will forever miss the glory days of JW, a forum which will remain in my memory as simply the best. We owe it all to you, Chris. There is no way I could ever thank you enough. I do plan to keep in touch! Love ya, darby [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 12. "Chris" Posted by janab on 12:55:05 6/19/2001 NOTE: This message was last edited 12:55:05, 6/19/2001 (I'll just respond everywhere, okay?) There are many people I've exchanged e-mail with and that I could probably keep in contact with, but there are so many others that I won't be able to talk to (fly comes to mind). Imagine that? Someone that I've been communicating with (through the forums) for four years now and, poof, I won't be able to talk to them anymore? I'm just thinking out loud, I guess. You have had so much trouble keeping us civil, Chris. I thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all that you have done for us. Without you, we would have lost each other long ago when Dan had to take his leave. I wish you only the best. Tell your family, too, that we appreciate the sacrifices that they've made in giving of your time. (Let me know about the CD's.) . janab [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 10. "LOL, waiting" Posted by fly on 12:50:26 6/19/2001 waiting - Well, there'd be some symmetry to ending up back on the BNF. That's where I started, back when the case had just gotten going. However, BNF looks too much like its latter days. I was just thinking that having a complete meltdown at JW would ease the transition for a lot of folks as they headed to new forum homes. The PLA hamster threads sure helped reduce the homesickness for BNF. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 9. "Chris" Posted by Watching you on 12:49:57 6/19/2001 I have such mixed emotions right now. You have served us well over the past few years, and I'm sorry to see this forum end, but I understand your need for a life. Thanks for allowing us into your living room and putting up with us. I wish you all the very best in your school and future endeavors. WY sadly packing her bags, too. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 14. "Chris" Posted by doScubie on 12:58:33 6/19/2001 I can understand how this board could take up a lot of your time. You have done a wonderful job and it has been a well known and well respected board from all that I've read. Thank you for letting me post here and I hope there is justice some day, well after this is closed down. Good luck and best wishes in your personal endeavors. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 13. "bittersweet" Posted by Ayeka on 12:56:00 6/19/2001 so many folks said it best -- I will miss this place a whole lot, but understand your reasons. Your hard work and dedication has been so appreciated. Sad, Ayeka [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 20. "Thank You, Chris..." Posted by shadow on 13:09:41 6/19/2001 JW has been my source for keeping up with what's happening in the JBR case ever since you opened its doors. While I hate to see the doors close, I surely understand that Real Life is number 1. BTW, I also appreciate you permitting me to publish my low readership, dumber-than-dirt Sludge Reports. I hope you get the best from life! shadow [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 31. "shadow" Posted by Phantom on 13:39:43 6/19/2001 Your Sludge reports were MA-va-lous! No, really!:-) [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 19. "Dear Chris," Posted by LurkerXIV on 13:06:03 6/19/2001 Thank you so much for giving us a place to seek justice for a beautiful little girl who we came to know only through her untimely death. This has been the best place on the net to discuss the case. Many friendships have been formed here, and I hope they will continue. Thanks for your enormous investment of time and money in this forum, and your total dedication to Justice for JonBenet. Good luck in all your future endeavors. I will miss you, and this place, and all its crazy inhabitants. Rest assured, RamSpinTeam, that this does not mean that we are abandoning JonBenet as her parents have done. We will meet you elsewhere to shoot down your lies and to thwart your internet efforts at every turn. Adios! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 18. "This is sad.." Posted by Phantom on 13:04:51 6/19/2001 guess I feel kind of lost too. I'd like a cd too.? How about $3 for one? (I know, I'm cheap) There's a lot of info that I might want to check sometime. You have done a lot of work.Thanks Chris. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 17. "so sorry JW is closing" Posted by austingirl on 13:04:49 6/19/2001 Would someone please tell me what BNF is? [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 21. "austingirl," Posted by LurkerXIV on 13:09:49 6/19/2001 BNF=Boulder News Forum, where the internet discussion of this case first began, in January of 1997. It closed down for awhile, but is now back online. Here is the current URL: http://extra.scripps.com/cgi-bin/WebX?bouldernews-14@241.eiyKae1eacD^3@/ [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 16. "Chris" Posted by Gemini on 13:04:44 6/19/2001 You know everybody will miss the meeting space, but the good things going on in your RL give me a smile, so I'm pretty sure your decision is a good one. Hope you have a chance to touch base in one of the other forums now and then. Best wishes for all your future endeavors. ((hugs)) GEM [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 26. "Well Now Chris...." Posted by Voyager on 13:27:28 6/19/2001 have you thought about how much you are going to miss us?! No more ballooning, chicken, gardening, pet stories...no more arguments, outings, peeves, or poems...no more music and book selections, new receipes, kiddo tips, or comforting during life's tragedys...no more news and tabloid reports, lawsuits, and lipsick reviews..... You can go to Ma Brady's for JFJBR news and Ramsey gossip, Ameri Trade for financial rewards, E-bay for shopping....but you will be losing your daily family on the net...and so will we all...I will miss you Chris and each and everyone of you in our JW family....What a special place this is...makes me feel connected to the world at large...have loved knowing each of our JW members and knowing about your daily lives....I feel better educated for having known this community.... Again, my thanks Chris...will be waiting for the CD to come out, put me on your order list! Wishing the very best to you and your family..... [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 23. "I remember the JW glory days, too." Posted by Cassandra on 13:18:00 6/19/2001 Too bad it all went to hell in a hand bucket. Thanks, Chris, for holding it together for a long time. You had a good run, and we had interesting discussions and some good times here at your place. Other elements recently stepped in and it must have become intolerable for you. All you could do is put a bullet in it. Good luck with school and family. Bon Voyage! Cassie [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 22. "Chris" Posted by Nedthan Johns on 13:14:47 6/19/2001 But where will we go what will we do??? :0) We should all decide on a place to gather one day in real life. Wouldn't it be a trip to put a hat with a name? Thank you so much for such a civil and well run forum. I will miss it terribly. I think you should consider letting someone take it over for you. JW is a forum so many come to for so many years now. It would be a shame to shut it down completely. Also you should consider storing all the archived posts on a disk as you said. They may even write a book regarding the forums with this case. Chris, please post for us all one last time your mailing adress, as I have been meaning to send in a contribution and never got around to it. You deserve it, and it is the least I can do for you letting me rant and rave here. Thank you so much. The best to you. You have been nothing but kind. JfJBR Ned Johnston [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 27. "Dear Chris," Posted by Holly on 13:28:23 6/19/2001 Here's looking at you, kid... You're the best. And you will be missed. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 24. "Lovely Pidgeon" Posted by ayjey on 13:20:09 6/19/2001 has invited everyone who can be civil to post at jamesons forum...r.r.r [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 25. "I actually " Posted by Nedthan Johns on 13:21:14 6/19/2001 Think that is a great idea. Finally it will be even on all sides, and maybe we can dicuss this case like adults. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 29. "Lurker" Posted by austingirl on 13:29:54 6/19/2001 Thank you for the info in BNF. I was wracking my brain, I knew of Cybersleuths (which) is not accepting new posters right now, and Websleuths (which I just signed up for), but darned if I could come up with Boulder News Forum. I will check it out. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 28. "You can hang that one" Posted by Watching you on 13:29:19 6/19/2001 in your ear, Ned, I wouldn't post at that mind control forum if I were dying of thirst in the desert and it was the only way I could get a drink of water. Even my ass. You need a reality check. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 32. "WOW" Posted by tx_sunshine on 13:41:25 6/19/2001 Cris,I am happy for you and your family!You go girl. I have been busy with a full time job until now.I am off for the summer,and have enjoyed poping in here to catch up.There are so many new names now.I hate to say it but I just scroll past until I see all the old friends I know and trust. There are so many of us old timers I can`t begin to think of saying good bye to you all.So I still have a few more weeks left and will do my best to catch up with you all. My prayers for all the wonderful JW`s we have lost in the past few years.You all are missed dearly.I hope you have finally meet up with the sweet little girl who has brought us all together,give her a hug from me and save one for all of you.God Bless you all. JFJB Hugs Tx-sunshine [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 30. "If..." Posted by Chris on 13:37:03 6/19/2001 If there is someone (or a team of someone's) interested in taking over the forum I would probably seriously consider it. At first glance, I guess what I would do is first of all, there will be no "secrets" about who takes over and second of all I would take whatever steps necessary to maintain the level of confidentiality I have always strived for in terms of names, email addresses, etc. for all of you. Not sure how it would work but I'll think it over if someone wants to email me with a serious proposal. And yes, Voyager, I have considered how much I will miss everyone. I have tears running down my face as I write this. I just don't see any other options for myself at this point. And Darby, I will never forget the look on your face when I pulled my cordless butane curling iron out of my purse in that elevator and you thought it was a vibrator! LOL Oh my, we did laugh, didn't we? [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 34. "keep the conversations going" Posted by fly on 14:04:19 6/19/2001 It would be ideal if JW could continue, but if it doesn't, it will be similar to moving in RL. You lose contact with some folks, you make sure you keep contact with those who mean a lot to you, you get your bearings in a strange environment, and you make new friends. A bit disconcerting at first, but most people survive and the new place becomes "home." janab - Most people will find places at other forums. Some of us already dual post elsewhere, CS in my case. No need to lose track of everybody. autingirl - I'd recommend somewhere other than BNF, unless you enjoy bad drug experiences. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 35. "fly" Posted by austingirl on 14:06:46 6/19/2001 Thanks for the warning. BNF doesn't sound like my cup of tea. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 33. "Well heck" Posted by Nedthan Johns on 14:00:07 6/19/2001 NOTE: This message was last edited 14:00:07, 6/19/2001 Watching You. Where ya gonna go? I can't debate without you around to knock me down every so often, now can i? I like the over the yonder forum, they have real debates going on over there. But I really wish someone would take this forum over so it doesn't have to close down. Chris were you going to post your PO Box again for me? Thanks Ned [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 36. "CDs..." Posted by shadow on 14:16:10 6/19/2001 Chris, I would be very interested in CDs... let me know how many, costs, etc. I might do a FINAL Sludge Report entitled the Best of JW! shadow [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 37. "Thank-you Chris" Posted by Orsen on 14:24:01 6/19/2001 I owe you one! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 39. "I too..." Posted by Sailer on 14:54:08 6/19/2001 will miss JW and the posters. Thank you, Chris... [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 38. "I'm at work" Posted by starry on 14:52:50 6/19/2001 And I wish I hadn't stopped in before leaving. I can't say this is a surprise to me. Ya know Chris, I will miss this place. I wish I'd have been on that elevator wit ya's. I don't need to tell you how much I've appreciated calling this place home. You already know. I love it here, but I do understand how/why you need to make the decisions you've made. The very best of everything to you and yours always. love, starry [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 41. "Chris" Posted by momo on 15:20:01 6/19/2001 Thank you so much for hanging in there and putting up with us. Thank you for the opportunity to post here and meet people. But most of all, thank you that we could come together to discuss the murder of JonBenet, because, after all, that is really what it's all about. No matter how we all feel, she is the ultimate reason to be here. I know after Ruthee died, it was hard on you and you've done all you could to keep the midnight oil burning. I know that we have probably frustrated you to the brink of pulling the plug on JW immediately. Thank you for being so patient and longsuffering. You have so many traits that any moderator would do well to copy. It's time to pass the torch and continue to carry on. I sincerely hope that if you do decide to sell the forum that it will be someone who will pick up where you've left off and carry the forum as well as you have. You've done a great job and I understand the many reasons that you have to move on. God bless you in your endeavors. You will be richly rewarded for what you've done to further JfJBR. I'm sure she is smiling down on you. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 50. "Ditto, Chris (from Momo's post)" Posted by Thor on 17:38:29 6/19/2001 I haven't been here long, but enjoy it immensely! Have seen some great thoughts on this forum. I hope this can stay going with someone else in charge. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 40. "Thanks Chris..." Posted by dustii on 15:14:23 6/19/2001 I feel even more isolated than I usually do. :-) I can't imagine not having JW to come to every day, and even though I don't post nearly as much as you all do, I love to sit back and 'listen' to what you all have to say. Some great times, some great laughs, some great people, (and some, not so great). This is the home of Panico, Ruthee, Babe, and Alipat, and I will always be grateful for the chance to have met them, and grown from their inspiration, love and courage. Thanks Chris, for all you have done, and I wish for you and your family, only the best. I sure will miss you all. Please let me know where I will be able to find most of you after JW is no more. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ EMAIL dustii ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 42. "Does this mean..." Posted by Phantom on 15:20:34 6/19/2001 that we can click the "alert" anytime we want to now? :-) [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 43. "Thanks, Chris!" Posted by New York Lawyer on 15:26:44 6/19/2001 What would this case have been without you and Mrs. Brady? [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 44. "Chris" Posted by Scully on 16:05:33 6/19/2001 Thank you for allowing me to be a member of this forum community, and I wish you the best of luck in all your future endeavors. Hopefully, we will all cross paths again and think what fun it will be when you can flame anybody you want right out in the open. With kindest regards, Scully [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 45. "Wishes" Posted by rachel on 16:18:34 6/19/2001 Best wishes, Chris. You're decision is admirable. I have read so many, many fine posts here that I can't help but think that one of those very intelligent persons can take over this forum so that JonBenet Ramsey will NOT be put aside, too. WY, Greenleaf, Dunvegan, v-p, JR, Edie P, momo, and many, many other fine ones-- too many-- to list entirely. Good luck! And come on, let's keep this alive, even though one beautiful little girl is not. This is for HER...sob. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 47. "OMG I am devastated!" Posted by ayelean on 16:47:51 6/19/2001 Got an email from Lurker and it hit me like a ton of bricks! Chris, you deserve the best, you have done a fine job. Thanks to you I have a whole family of people that know and understand me. I need some time for this to sink in, but somehow my thoughts fly to Panico and Ruthee and the others up there with JB. I hope someone sees it clear to take over so we can see this through together! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 46. "Best of luck Chris..." Posted by Show Me on 16:46:46 6/19/2001 ... I have lurked since almost the beginning, lost the forum when it went private....( how I suffered without my JW)...broke down and registered, decided to post and enjoyed it even more. But life does come first, and you are making the right decision. I truly hope someone will take over the forum for you and perhaps you can post how you are doing now and then. I'm going to miss all the JW people if the forum closes for good... [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 48. "Good luck, Chris!" Posted by janphi on 17:01:28 6/19/2001 Happy to hear your RL is soaring. Thanks for all the info on this case and thanks for being there through all the trials (not!) and tribulations. Justice Watch's place in the 'Net scheme of things on this case is unique. No other can replace it and no other will have the same outlook. It is too bad that a few bullies here made it impossible for others to post their thoughts and info about the case and case players. The Truth WILL be found, eventually. Somewhere between the EXTREMES. Which is exactly where JW has always been. Thanks! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 49. "i really hope.." Posted by dustii on 17:28:08 6/19/2001 someone can keep JW alive. I was just sitting here thinking; you know, how would it be if there was finally some justice for JonBenet, and we were scattered to the winds, and couldn't be together when this happens. I'm sad. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ EMAIL dustii ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 52. "A sad day..." Posted by Greenleaf on 18:10:31 6/19/2001 Chris, there is life after JW, and I wish you much happiness and success in your future endeavors. I would like to join all the others in thanking you for providing us with this relatively new medium, the internet forum. I would like to think that our presence here has made a difference. Without you, none of this would have been possible. A simple "thank you" seems so inadequate. Know this: You were part of a ground-root effort to stop child abuse. JonBenet Ramsey is only one of many children who are abused and murdered every day. Our words here, on this forum, have not been in vain. Many have, no doubt, followed our discussions and theories on the Ramsey case. If our daily discussions have prevented one child from being abused and/or murdered, then we can know we have succeeded. If our anger, at the apathy of the Boulder justice system, stirs a single elected official into action, then we will have succeeded. If our love and concern for this one little girl raises the public's awareness, then we can know that we have made a difference. I hope that JW continues on, with others, taking up the mantle, and spreading the news that there is a zero degree tolerance for child abusers and murderers. Of course we will miss Chris, but perhaps there are some posters here who will volunteer. I would like to suggest Watching You, Lurker XIV, Shadow, JR, or Edie Pratt. There are many others, equally capable, but those five come to mind. There are many brilliant posters here, at JW, and I hope they can all stay together in a familiar place. Greenleaf [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 51. "Good luck, Chris" Posted by Maggie on 18:01:19 6/19/2001 and thanks for providing a home for us for all these years. I will miss this place, and all who meet here. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 54. "Chris" Posted by v_p on 20:45:42 6/19/2001 NOTE: This message was last edited 20:45:42, 6/19/2001 I'm going to miss the hell out of this forum... I remember when I first discovered it... all the funny, intelligent posts, (maybe greenie can put together a highligh thread). I was chomping at the bit to post my opinion - hahaha, and when I did *bam* I got it right betwixt the eyes from those who had been here for years. This must be an awesome responsibility, and putting up with our whiny asses for as long as you have says a lot for your patience. Thank you. And why do I now really think you're cool? >>>And Darby, I will never forget the look on your face when I pulled my cordless butane curling iron out of my purse in that elevator and you thought it was a vibrator! LOL Oh my, we did laugh, didn't we? LMAOOOOOOO Good luck with your real life. V. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 53. "Greenleaf" Posted by JR on 18:25:56 6/19/2001 I feel honored that you mentioned me. Thank you for the vote of confidence. I too would love to see JW continue at least until this case is resolved and hopefully as an on-going forum against abuse of children everywhere. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 55. "yeah, Lurker" Posted by rachel on 18:46:03 6/19/2001 wanna grab the torch and run? You'd be a dandy, too!!!! Hint, hint. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 56. "Lurker" Posted by JR on 18:47:30 6/19/2001 I third it! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 57. "I, too" Posted by Honeybun on 19:08:34 6/19/2001 Wish to thank Chris for the lovely and gracious hospitality. Her fairness in administering the forum was astonishing. Honeybun--the poster formerly known as Real Stormy [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 58. "Don't Pack Your Bags!" Posted by Chris on 19:15:02 6/19/2001 Just arrived home from work to several emails from current posters who are interested in keeping JW alive. We have plenty of time for me to sit down and think about what that might mean and the best way to handle it. I'll keep you posted but with any luck JWers will suffer little downtime and the benefit of someone with the time and energy to devote to the intelligent and committed group of people we have here. Thank you all for your good wishes and support. Chris [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 60. "A Chris Sighting!!" Posted by Lacey on 19:30:25 6/19/2001 Well what do you expect woman?! You dropped this on us like a premature ejaculation lol Chris. Our Chris. I appreciate all you've done for JfJBR. Maybe it is time for someone else to man the helm. Thanks, for giving us time to think about it Lace [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 59. "Chris" Posted by Morgan on 19:25:07 6/19/2001 Thanks for a great run, and it was terrific meeting you and your fam. Love, Morgan [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 61. "Chris, that is great news!!" Posted by Thor on 19:50:24 6/19/2001 I was bummed until I read your newest post! I know, I'm new, and people don't know me from crap. But, I have followed this case from the beginning and, until I had access to a computer, had no clue this place existed. I will be very honest, no bs at all, and say that yours and one other form (not the swamp) stood out. I always enjoyed the posts here, and people were very intelligent with a lot to say about this case. I have to admit, this was the first place I lurked every morning, after Ma Bradys. Then you went private. My computer was at work so I was leery to sign up there. Then, got my own PC this year and the rest is history. Chris, I don't know you like the other posters, but have felt like I have gotten to know at least some of the posters here and feel right at home. Everyone has been great to me. Well, most of them. OK, I had a minor run in with Ell once,but I love ya Ell! Anyway, I hope this place stays up and running. WY, JR, Lurker, Tricia, v-p, Voyager, Edie Pratt, Show Me,Greenleaf, Watchin On,everyone else, you are all great and we're all here for the same cause and I love the company! Good luck in whatever you do, Chris, its been very nice here. Here's to having someone else take over and more interesting posts from all of you!!! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 62. "Please don't go!" Posted by Jessa Ash on 20:07:36 6/19/2001 Chris...I'm so glad to see your RL soaring, but I can't stand the thought of not being able to spend quality time with the JWers! I truly hope you will find someone to take over JW, so that when Justice is finally served, we can celebrate it as a family. Best of luck in all you do... [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 63. "kudos to you, Chris" Posted by maundy on 20:24:25 6/19/2001 i have never spent time at the other forums. everything i needed was here. i've spent hours trying to catch up, looking for familiar names. you done good. thanks. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 69. "Thank you Chris" Posted by Jerrya on 21:22:02 6/19/2001 Thank you Chris for letting me be a part of your program. I've tried the other forums and they have nothing to offer compared to this one. This is first class with some real classy people. Everything comes to an end sometime, and I'm saddened to see this come to an end with no closure for JonBenet. I don't know where I'll be going from here. Good Luck and God Bless You. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 64. "hey Chris" Posted by Gemini on 20:39:10 6/19/2001 That sounds like an excellent solution. There'll never be another Chris, but I can think of several here who would be good sysops. Best of luck to ... whoever. Hopefully, you'll find a few minutes to visit from time to time. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 66. "Chris" Posted by Tomahawk on 20:53:42 6/19/2001 I just wanted to thank you for taking me in when I was "kicked for life" from Webbsleuths. I really enjoyed the open forum that you maintained without all the personal bias that other sites had. I think this is also a good time to wind this site down because nothing of any import is likely to happen in this case. From here on out it will be about rumors and page 28 Nat'l Enquirer stuff. This has been a case that can captivate people with all the intrique and possibilities, but I suspect that most of us must at some point let go of it. I don't know what made you start this forum, but I will say that it served a positive purpose and for that you should be proud. Good luck to you. T [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 65. "donations" Posted by royal486 on 20:51:05 6/19/2001 I sent 25 bucks to this forum and 25 bucks to the rick lazio campaign. This forum brought better returns! [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 67. "Hope springs eternal" Posted by FT on 21:02:59 6/19/2001 Thank you, Chris, for your significant contributions in the pursuit of JfJBR and for allowing us to gather in her name on your forums. I would love to see JW live on as you pursue your real-time goals. The Ramseys need a JW thorn in their sides, and those of us who have spent 4+ years following the case of this murdered child need a forum for commiseration. In the event that no one picks up the torch from Chris, I would like to ask all posters to please sign my yearbook before the forum disappears. Oh, and I vote for Chris and ToppCat as Prom Queen and King. :-) [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 70. "Boo Hoo!" Posted by Mandarin on 22:03:24 6/19/2001 The very best of Irish luck in your academic pursuits, family & social time. I can't think of anyone, bar none, that deserves a new lease on life. I'm confident you'll be at the "head of your class". I know how profoundly, you felt with the passing of a cherished soul, namely Ruthie. Like you, she simply couldn't be replaced. I'll never forget the picture of your dog drinking from that 'sparkling clean' toilet bowl and I'll certainly never forget your dedication, fairness, empathy and what could only be described as the "Patience of Job", dealing with all us wing nuts, when there appeared to be a full moon out at times. Should someone take over the forum, my vote would go to Lacey, Dunvegan, WY, Shadow, EdieP and others that just don't come to mind right now. Just the same Chris, I believe God threw away the mould when he created you, so I guess the new forum, might have difficulty keeping up to your level of dedication and compassion. I miss you already Chris! Regards, Mandarin [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 68. "royal486" Posted by Frank on 21:09:03 6/19/2001 LOL [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] 71. "Add My Thanks To The Boquet" Posted by cairn on 22:29:32 6/19/2001 Thanks Chris - JW and JW posters are the best but I wouldn't have known that if not for you. You will never regret obtaining your degree and the education you receive may lead you to many wonderful places. I hope so. [ REMOVE ] [ ALERT ] [ EDIT ] [ REPLY ] [ REPLY WITH QUOTE ] [ TOP ] [ MAIN ] ARCHIVE REMOVE