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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Edited by RoyCoinBoy
02/22/2018 7:30 pm
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Moderator
 United States
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Thanks for the heads up, otherwise some of us might worry. School first, numiatics is a hobby. Chime in when you can so we know your ok. John1  |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
634 Posts |
Good choice, don't abandon your hobbies but know your priorities. I'm in the same boat, as are many of our members with work, family, and school. We'll be here when you have the free time!  |
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Pillar of the Community
United States
3323 Posts |
I think every hobbyist has taken a break from time to time. I've done it many times. Take care of your business and come back when you can!
"Nummi rari mira sunt, si sumptus ferre potes." - Christophorus filius Scotiae
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Rest in Peace
United States
17900 Posts |
A break from the hobby helps put everything into perspective. Best of luck on your school work.
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
10284 Posts |
I have gotten in and out of the hobby, it isn't that long til you get back in the swing of things.
See you around like a donut. Don't be a stranger.
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Rest in Peace
United States
2668 Posts |
Bah, you think you have a lot on your plate. You should run for class office. It is disruptive to get your girl pregnant. Family problems can be extremely distracting. Don't get busted. For anything. Don't just stand there and watch somebody else do something stupid/illegal. OK, I never ran for class office, but get ready to roll with the punches. Stay focused, even if your priorities have to change. Don't sweat the small stuff. It's all small stuff. Remember to thank your parents, if they're around.  |
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Bedrock of the Community
United States
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Pillar of the Community
Canada
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I hear this more and more. I don't agree with all this home work. The growing mind needs time to check out and relax.
Compact the school day and do the max work with the actual teachers present instead of parents trying to do the teaching at home.
I agree with school is more important, but I would suggest breaks and relax time are a key to focusing. Good luck and don't worry CCF will still be here waiting for your return. Unless the SPAMMERS get us....
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Pillar of the Community
United States
3468 Posts |
As the spouse of a college instructor, I can understand how you may not have a lot of free time.
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Moderator
United States
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We will be here when you get back. Stay strong!  |
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Moderator
United States
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Fully understand ... take care of your school needs first. We'll be here when you get back.  |
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Pillar of the Community
 United States
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I've been thinking over this probably more than I should have. I've decided that while it is somewhat because of school, I feel its more about awkwardness and sociality. I'm in the infamous awkward years and seem to be drifting to the social norm. Being one of two coin collectors in a 1200 person school, one can see where this is headed. I still like coins and such, but less than before. Even though, due to what I've been experiencing as a fairly sad farewell, I suppose I may be back sooner that thought. It could be as much as 3 months until I'm posting regularly, or it may be as little as a week or two. Thanks for the responses.
(I agree with TheBurnz, this is my first year without a break in the schoolday and that may be taking a minor toll)
I want to remind that I am not feeling depressed or awful, just stressed enough to infrequent my visits.
Edited by RoyCoinBoy
02/23/2018 8:15 pm
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Pillar of the Community
United States
2608 Posts |
As a recent grad, I sympathize with your situation. I had to step away from the forum during my last semester so I could focus on school/work, so it's important to keep that as a top priority over collecting. I would advise to stay involved in the hobby, even if it doesn't involve purchasing anything, and even if there's few numismatists in your sphere. I didn't know any collectors (and still don't), but CCF helps fill the void.  Stay strong, and good luck with your schooling! You've got this  |
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Rest in Peace
United States
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Thanks for letting us know what's going on with you.
You might find that your break from the hobby lasts for a long time. A lot of people start collecting coins when they were kids and had to put the hobby on hold because of school and work, etc. You can always come back.
I urge you to safely store the coins that you have. You'll enjoy seeing them again some day.
Best wishes.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Another plot twist: I actually feel that this "goodbye" has strengthed my activity on the forum. I may have already taken my break without announcing it, and this announcement may be of my arrival. Thank you all again for all of the supportive responses, but I feel that I may not be leaving after all. I became fairly inactive in january and early february, due to aforementioned homework piling. It's honetly eased off and I feel that my original view on this subject may have been just plain pessimistic.  |
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