I've read a substantial number of your articles. I found your perspective enlightening. I remember Svetlana.

I intend to stick around. I, too, am a non-paying member. I write stories of memorable events in my life. They are not controversial. It does not concern me that few people read them. My intent is to get the events recorded.

Here is one of my favorites:

https://medium.com/@estwald/that-was-you-6ee92c5ac492

good luck in the future.