Yes I have also been disappointed to see several members I used to look forward to reading in the “banned” category. Posters develop an ethos through their contributions over time and I do miss seeing them.
I come here to get ideas about food and travel, and I also lurk on the “caring for parents” and “wedding” threads because of things going on my life. I felt disconnected from the world when the whole Covid thing started so I’ve started coming back here after a hiatus.