A Suggestion
If you're unhappy here but don't want to lose touch with everyone you've known all these years, why not re-locate to Dreamwidth? A number of people did it years ago, including me. It was easy to do and they have none of the problems you've identified here. It takes a little while to upload all your data, but it's well worth it having everything in a location that feels like LJ used to feel. Give it a try!
Please note: I have nothing to do with Dreamwidth other than my work being on their site. In all the years since I made my transfer, I've never had a problem with them. :)