I go through cycles with FFA, for sure. Lately I've mostly just been keeping up with the Hugo threads and various fandom wanks rather than jumping into conversations -- but man, do I prefer it for conversations to Tumblr. Easier to follow the thread of a conversation, and the anonymity means I don't get anxious about having a Wrong Opinion. But, yes, anonmeme: not the place to make or maintain friendships, for sure.

Can't guarantee I'll be around DW namespace more, but I keep meaning to try!

Oh, and I read Ann Leckie at your friend's recommendation!