Whew! That was the longest 4 days I can remember.

[GardeningGal]

My star expired and I was waiting for the fund drive and it was torture knowing I couldn't post here. Not that I post very much, mostly a lurker but I have a new found appreciation for the ability.

Maybe this will get me to posting more often!

[Howler]

1. WOOT!

I'm back too!!!!!! Happy Valentines day!

[GardeningGal]

3. Thanks! You too!

[MorningGlow]

2. Oh noes you guys!

If we had known, we would have DEFINITELY ponied up for a star! FirstLight mentioned it in passing on Facebook and we took care of it right away. If ANYone is in need of a star and is short of funds, if you're on FB, post a note in the ASAH group, or let someone know elsewhere here on DU! (Is there any other way to let ASAHers know about an expired star...?)

Glad you're back now! You too, Howler! :hi: :hug:

[GardeningGal]

4. It wasn't a lack of funds, it was just timing.....

I give every fund drive but last year the valentine's fund drive was earlier than it was this year and the other fund drives I gave a star to someone who needed one. I save this one for myself so I can have the hearts to give away!

[I Have A Dream]

5. The admins should have extended everyone's stars....

who were going to expire until the fundraiser started. They did that before. Mine died last week also.

Glad that you're back! I couldn't stand looking at the ads.

:)

[Howler]

6. Thats Exactly what I did Too! LOL!

Great minds think alike>

[Cleita]

7. Me too. It's good to be back.

I must say the ads were interesting and some of them scary when some right wing stuff appeared because a thread was posted about Limbaugh or Beck.

[GardeningGal]

8. No kidding, the ads were a pain.

That's how I knew my star had expired, I saw the ads for the first time!

[Howler]

9. Yep

A virtual advertisement Ghetto!!
But I'm a stubborn cuss, I waited em out for the hearts!!!:rofl:

I used to donate every Quarter but I really love giving out the hearts.
Its kinda like Gorilla Lovefare. Big Fun!!! So I save all my monies for this fund raising drive.
I spend the same amount either way.