*Sigh* I know I should ignore these things but it's hard to when people all but slap you in the face with them y'know? I'll make it my New Year's resolution to stop caring so much how about that haha.

Anyways, I know what you mean. I haven't been following them for nearly as long as you have (omfg 2003 you go girl) but they already mean a lot to me and I can't help but feel protective of them. Especially considering how ungrateful, petty and judgemental some fans are, it's almost like they forget Arashi are actual flesh and bone men.
I feel your words on a spiritual level tbh no kidding lol.

Thank you! Same goes for you *hugs*!