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What is a Cyber Bum?

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Thursday, November 20 2008 08:39 Written by Joeprah

cyber bumCyber Bum:  An internet user who forms relationships with other internet users through online social communities, blogging, and or other internet endeavors only to drop off of the radar for long periods of time (see Joeprah) or forever. 

I think it is best to come right out and say to all of the friends I have made over the past few years through writing online that I am sincerely thankful for your friendship and I am embarrassed to say that I am a cyber bum.  Over the course of the last few months I have basically stopped blogging for a number of reasons but I think the main one was stress.  After our family put on hold any thoughts of moving I came down from a bit of an emotional roller coaster

and so did my wife.  In an attempt to "circle the wagons" I spent less of my free time online writing and more of it with my family and most specifically my wife.  This isn’t to say that I didn’t spend enough time with her before; instead I am saying that I thought it was best to spend even more time with her.  Days turned into weeks and then the start of the school year finally came.  I envisioned the return of the school year would mean I would have more time on my hands—eh, not so much.

Once I found out that our family was staying put, I took on some added responsibilities in the community that I had always wanted to be a part of.  Two rec council programs and several after school activities later I found my free time evaporating.  Finally, the cherry on top of the sundae, I took up a part-time job.  So, although I do have available time to get online and write I have gotten into the habit of opting to spend invaluable “couch time” with my wife instead. 

So, there you have it.  Joeprah=cyber bum.  I have spent the better part of the last week tending to some nagging issues on my website and I feel that I have finally taken care of 99% of them which leaves my conscience clear to write again.  I hope my absence wasn’t too distracting for my throngs of adoring fans (see yeah right) but remember good things come to those that wait and you will be glad you stuck around. 

~Team Joeprah   


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written by Opalstorm/Tara R., November 21, 2008
Perfectly understandable to put family first, as it should be. You were missed, and your return will result in much rejoicing, but you need to tend to your peeps more than your fellow cyber junkies. Your loyal Joeprahites will still be around when you make an appearance. [removed]void(0);
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written by Ashlie- Mommycosm, November 21, 2008
I still check in every now and then, just to see if you still have a pulse over heresmilies/wink.gif

Glad to hear your absence is due to increased family time. That nullifies you from being classified as a bum, in my book at least.

Welcome back.
Darren
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written by Darren, November 21, 2008
Welcome back. If stress pushed you to spend more time with your family and find some great activities plus a part-time job, I'd say you handled it pretty well.

I had a tough time leaving a comment by the way. The site wouldn't take one unless I logged in. Also, I got a new while you were gone. www.claresdad.com
Darren
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written by Darren, November 21, 2008
A new website that is...I forgot a word.
Russ
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written by Russ, November 21, 2008
You had me worried there big guy. Just don't let it happen again.
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written by Joeprah, November 21, 2008
Thanks everyone for sticking with me, it means a lot. You guys rock!
weaselmomma
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written by weaselmomma, November 22, 2008
Does this mean I will get added to the 'can't miss' list?smilies/wink.gif
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written by Melisa!, November 22, 2008
Hey, if Weaselmomma gets on the Can't Miss List, then I want on too. smilies/smiley.gif (I'm still on your list, right?)

Welcome back. Again.
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written by wornoutwoman aka blessed1, November 23, 2008
I've cut back some too. Hey it's ok to admit you were on more than not. I think I need to spend more time with family at the moment and so that's why I've not been visiting you more often. Well, that and promoting my book...that's kept me pretty busy. I hope you find balance my friend.smilies/wink.gif
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written by Caila611, November 24, 2008
Wow you have been busy. Spending time with your family is more important than blogging. Kudos to you for taking the time to be with them. Although I have to say I have missed reading your hilarious posts!
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written by jt12blk, November 24, 2008
Joe - you made the right choice. Family is first. And besides, you couldn't get rid of us cyber-leeches that easily anyway.
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written by prin, November 27, 2008
I don't need good things for waiting. Although, I do kinda wish I'd gotten an email or something when the blog was back up. smilies/tongue.gif

Yeah, I don't have feed thingies. I'm so 2001.

I'm glad you're ok and all is well, and your wifey deserves your attention, so no apologies for that either. smilies/smiley.gif

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