Whoa, I didn't realize that person has disappeared. Was a good lad on the soaring / falling threads.
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Don’t worry about TTL. He sometimes disappears for three months at a time and when he returns he just says “I needed a break” which is a good enough reason in my book.
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I haven't noticed anything from WillThrill for awhile. Has he contributed anything lately?
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Or maybe they are just getting out of the house and stretching their legs after a long time trapped in doorsResearchMed wrote: ↑Thu Jul 08, 2021 7:04 pmAnd unfortunately, these days, with the pandemic, there are just more reasons to worry...Broken Man 1999 wrote: ↑Thu Jul 08, 2021 5:43 pm I think some posters have a Forrest Gump moment.
Remember when Forrest was running, and suddenly his running spell was over? That is what I mean by a Forrest Gump moment. Some members post prolifically, and suddenly they are just gone.
Some of those MIA might have health issues, or have passed, or just lost interest.
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What about the poster 000? I don't remember seeing this person in a while.
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I hope that he and his family are enjoying their new van in a deep mountain valley without internet access.OpenMinded1 wrote: ↑Fri Jul 09, 2021 5:53 pm I haven't noticed anything from WillThrill for awhile. Has he contributed anything lately?
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That person joined about a year ago and it was a prolific poster for a while, averaging 20 posts per day.Marseille07 wrote: ↑Sat Jul 10, 2021 12:27 pm What about the poster 000? I don't remember seeing this person in a while.
No posts since mid June.
Retired life insurance company financial executive who sincerely believes that ”It’s a GREAT day to be alive!”
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geerhardusvos. Always enjoyed talking about SWR and EF.
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vineviz, although it has only been about a month.
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I miss reading msk posts, https://www.bogleheads.org/forum/searc ... 5&sr=posts
He was 75 and all in stocks his entire life, never bought bonds. Seems he disappeared right when COVID hit. Read all his posts several times over.
He was 75 and all in stocks his entire life, never bought bonds. Seems he disappeared right when COVID hit. Read all his posts several times over.
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Some folks kind of drift away from the forum, but that pattern usually shows up in less frequent posts for a while before they stop. I always appreciated dm200's viewpoint, it was a good contrast to the high earners that are common here. But dm200 (and earlier professor emeritus) both were posting frequently up to the day before suddenly dropping offline. I take it as the reminder of the biggest uncertainty in retirement planning.
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Professor Emeritus posted that his wife had become disabled, shortly before he stopped posting.curmudgeon wrote: ↑Thu Jul 15, 2021 10:47 pmSome folks kind of drift away from the forum, but that pattern usually shows up in less frequent posts for a while before they stop. I always appreciated dm200's viewpoint, it was a good contrast to the high earners that are common here. But dm200 (and earlier professor emeritus) both were posting frequently up to the day before suddenly dropping offline. I take it as the reminder of the biggest uncertainty in retirement planning.
I sort of assumed that he needed to help her, more than any of us, after that.
He and I had been communicating (via PM) about a Vanguard policy, and that suddenly stopped as well.
I hope he/she/they are okay, as with any others here who... aren't here.
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I believe the OP themselves haven't visited the forum for quite some time...
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I don't mean to take anything away from the poster, but going aggressive in equities is a lot easier with pensions and rental RE.OuterBanks wrote: ↑Thu Jul 15, 2021 9:13 pm I miss reading msk posts, https://www.bogleheads.org/forum/searc ... 5&sr=posts
He was 75 and all in stocks his entire life, never bought bonds. Seems he disappeared right when COVID hit. Read all his posts several times over.
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I think some posters still visit the site but don't post as often. Vineviz is probably one example, others are watchnerd, abuss368 etc.
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Scott S was a good poster as well.
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I do find it a bit amazing the life that Hedgefundie’s Excellent Adventure has taken on and he, or maybe she, has vanished without a trace. You can find countless YouTube videos and articles explaining and analyzing the adventure, and they all reference this anonymous Bogleheads poster. It’s significant enough in investing circles that I’m surprised he doesn’t want to take credit for it.RovenSkyfall wrote: ↑Wed Apr 28, 2021 12:31 pmNo worries. It is sad to see them gone. A few educated individuals can significantly improve the discussion on these forums and these are three particularly impactful people. To be honest, each of them has created threads (and countless posts) which have significantly altered my understanding of finance.TdF fan wrote: ↑Wed Apr 28, 2021 12:28 pmAh, apologies. My bad.RovenSkyfall wrote: ↑Wed Apr 28, 2021 12:26 pmI know this. I was asking if anyone knows if they moved to another forum where they are contributing.TdF fan wrote: ↑Wed Apr 28, 2021 12:24 pm HEDGEFUNDIE has left the building.
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tradri. This poster was all over 3x ETFs but didn't trade a single share before leaving (iiuc).
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I thought you two were one in the same, no disrespect .Marseille07 wrote: ↑Fri Jun 04, 2021 6:11 pm flaccidsteele with their signature line:The US market always recovers. It’s never different this time. Retired in my 40s. Investing is a simple game of rinse and repeat
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And that is one reason why you need to be careful listening to various advice. Some people here are 100% reliant on savings with no pensions or other income. Others can cover all expenses with pension(s). My friend said his pension covers all his needs so his 401K savings are simply invested and mostly forgotten about. A big, big, difference. One reason that I don't jump on those that want to buy a SPIA to gain some reliable income despite the low payouts.Marseille07 wrote: ↑Thu Jul 15, 2021 11:41 pmI don't mean to take anything away from the poster, but going aggressive in equities is a lot easier with pensions and rental RE.OuterBanks wrote: ↑Thu Jul 15, 2021 9:13 pm I miss reading msk posts, https://www.bogleheads.org/forum/searc ... 5&sr=posts
He was 75 and all in stocks his entire life, never bought bonds. Seems he disappeared right when COVID hit. Read all his posts several times over.
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This is not goodbye so long as y'all will have me on bogleheads.org, but a courtesy note that I am planning to post less often. You are welcome to PM me here and you should still see me pop in on a thread from time to time. To avoid rumors of my demise, my health is fantastic, my life couldn't be better, I still appreciate fresh perspectives, and I'm still an enormous finance geek. It would be faster to contact me on Reddit under the same handle if you just can't stand the loss. I might also comment on your posts to the Rational Reminder forum, though I chose a different handle there. You can also find me at a poker table, hard at work for dollars, laughs, and good times. I feel lucky.
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You'll be missed. Your aggressive AA has been inspiring to me as you might be one of the very few people retiring with 90%+ in equities without pensions or other safety nets (though I never asked if you have those, maybe you do )whodidntante wrote: ↑Mon Jul 19, 2021 6:24 pm This is not goodbye so long as y'all will have me on bogleheads.org, but a courtesy note that I am planning to post less often. You are welcome to PM me here and you should still see me pop in on a thread from time to time. To avoid rumors of my demise, my health is fantastic, my life couldn't be better, I still appreciate fresh perspectives, and I'm still an enormous finance geek. It would be faster to contact me on Reddit under the same handle if you just can't stand the loss. I might also comment on your posts to the Rational Reminder forum, though I chose a different handle there. You can also find me at a poker table, hard at work for dollars, laughs, and good times. I feel lucky.
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I want to be your poker table. . All the best to you; I appreciate all your thoughtful posts.Marseille07 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 20, 2021 4:15 pmYou'll be missed. Your aggressive AA has been inspiring to me as you might be one of the very few people retiring with 90%+ in equities without pensions or other safety nets (though I never asked if you have those, maybe you do )whodidntante wrote: ↑Mon Jul 19, 2021 6:24 pm This is not goodbye so long as y'all will have me on bogleheads.org, but a courtesy note that I am planning to post less often. You are welcome to PM me here and you should still see me pop in on a thread from time to time. To avoid rumors of my demise, my health is fantastic, my life couldn't be better, I still appreciate fresh perspectives, and I'm still an enormous finance geek. It would be faster to contact me on Reddit under the same handle if you just can't stand the loss. I might also comment on your posts to the Rational Reminder forum, though I chose a different handle there. You can also find me at a poker table, hard at work for dollars, laughs, and good times. I feel lucky.
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Whatever happened to Triceratop? He was a mod here and then just disappeared
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I miss his Tax Efficiency annual updatesRandolph Mortimer wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:29 pm Whatever happened to Triceratop? He was a mod here and then just disappeared
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Don't be a stranger. I enjoy your posts a bunch!whodidntante wrote: ↑Mon Jul 19, 2021 6:24 pm This is not goodbye so long as y'all will have me on bogleheads.org, but a courtesy note that I am planning to post less often. You are welcome to PM me here and you should still see me pop in on a thread from time to time. To avoid rumors of my demise, my health is fantastic, my life couldn't be better, I still appreciate fresh perspectives, and I'm still an enormous finance geek. It would be faster to contact me on Reddit under the same handle if you just can't stand the loss. I might also comment on your posts to the Rational Reminder forum, though I chose a different handle there. You can also find me at a poker table, hard at work for dollars, laughs, and good times. I feel lucky.
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After finishing my money at slot machines, I will be checking you out at the poker tables.whodidntante wrote: ↑Mon Jul 19, 2021 6:24 pm This is not goodbye so long as y'all will have me on bogleheads.org, but a courtesy note that I am planning to post less often. You are welcome to PM me here and you should still see me pop in on a thread from time to time. To avoid rumors of my demise, my health is fantastic, my life couldn't be better, I still appreciate fresh perspectives, and I'm still an enormous finance geek. It would be faster to contact me on Reddit under the same handle if you just can't stand the loss. I might also comment on your posts to the Rational Reminder forum, though I chose a different handle there. You can also find me at a poker table, hard at work for dollars, laughs, and good times. I feel lucky.
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They were last active July 11th. A little too soon to say they disappeared.Tingting1013 wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:41 pmI miss his Tax Efficiency annual updatesRandolph Mortimer wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:29 pm Whatever happened to Triceratop? He was a mod here and then just disappeared
Oops! July 11 2019.
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July 11th, 2019 though...?Silk McCue wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 3:41 pmThey were last active July 11th. A little too soon to say they disappeared.Tingting1013 wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:41 pmI miss his Tax Efficiency annual updatesRandolph Mortimer wrote: ↑Wed Jul 21, 2021 2:29 pm Whatever happened to Triceratop? He was a mod here and then just disappeared
Cheers
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Details, details, details LOL.
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CurlyDave might be MIA too? Wow.
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Not likely!
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Crisis averted. I think some posters still visit the site but don't post as much.Broken Man 1999 wrote: ↑Thu Jul 22, 2021 5:40 pmNot likely!
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Vineviz disappeared a couple of years ago for a few months then came back. Hopefully the same this time.Marseille07 wrote: ↑Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:40 pmI think some posters still visit the site but don't post as often. Vineviz is probably one example, others are watchnerd, abuss368 etc.
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Regarding "abuss368", PM Tony to find out why. It is interesting.Marseille07 wrote: ↑Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:40 pmI think some posters still visit the site but don't post as often. Vineviz is probably one example, others are watchnerd, abuss368 etc.
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Tony (abuss368) is so busy trading stocks, both long and short he has no time for us mere mortals any longer.Sandtrap wrote: ↑Fri Jul 23, 2021 6:11 amRegarding "abuss368", PM Tony to find out why. It is interesting.Marseille07 wrote: ↑Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:40 pmI think some posters still visit the site but don't post as often. Vineviz is probably one example, others are watchnerd, abuss368 etc.
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Yeah I noticed this too. I always liked his "shipmate" posts welcoming new members.UpperNwGuy wrote: ↑Tue Jun 01, 2021 7:44 pm I haven't seen whodidntante here or on any of the credit card forums that he used to frequent.
I haven't seen cfs here in over two years.
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I've notices a few esteemed folks have taken a holiday. At least one has told me he felt unfairly moderated. Can't comment myself, not that familiar with the situation.
LOL, even moderation should be taken in moderation.
LOL, even moderation should be taken in moderation.
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Munchkin Man was the biggest loss. I loved that guy.RovenSkyfall wrote: ↑Wed Apr 28, 2021 10:16 am There have been some great contributors over the years who have not been seen on this forum for some time. I am wondering if anyone has seen them posting or contributing to other forums now that they are gone. The contributors I am looking for are:
HEDGEFUNDI
Steve Reading
Uncorrelated
Uncorrelated use to post on the rational reminder forum, but they have not been seen there recently either. Are there other forums like this one with the same level of discussion?
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After predicting 2021 SPX as -2310.18 (this is not a typo), poster livesoft is now missing as well?
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His last login was July 21, 2021 ("last active" in the member profile), but he hasn't posted since July 05, 2021.
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+1. I suppose he’s returned to Oz.
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I've seen that, too, the " - " [hyphen] in the "Last active" field, and don't know what that means.Marseille07 wrote: ↑Fri Jul 23, 2021 4:25 pmThank you. On my end, the poster's last active showed up as "Last active:-" but yeah, it's been about 3 weeks since they last posted.
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It means that in their settings they’ve turned off the ability to see when they’ve last been active.ResearchMed wrote: ↑Fri Jul 23, 2021 4:30 pmI've seen that, too, the " - " [hyphen] in the "Last active" field, and don't know what that means.Marseille07 wrote: ↑Fri Jul 23, 2021 4:25 pmThank you. On my end, the poster's last active showed up as "Last active:-" but yeah, it's been about 3 weeks since they last posted.
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