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Title: Posting and you
Post by: davieb on February 25, 2012, 10:57:51 AM
hi all  :wave:

this came up on a tropical fish forum i visit

it gave me a bit of a laugh to brighten my day up so i thought i would share it  ::)

it does give some good tips for members new to forums

http://www.albinoblacksheep.com/flash/posting (http://www.albinoblacksheep.com/flash/posting)

dave  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: Tank on February 25, 2012, 11:02:37 AM
Excellent!!!!

We're about to rewrite the rules for this forum actually to hopefully stop members falling out, being rude to people, and from being too opinionated.  :)
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: Newportnobby on February 25, 2012, 11:08:12 AM
Smashing Dave :smiley-laughing:
Have you any psychic abilities :wave:
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: OwL on February 25, 2012, 11:28:58 AM
Brilliant stuff Dave :thumbsup: thank you for posting :thumbsup:

As Tank said, there will be some Changes soon so that the rude and opinionated lobby don't end up ruining it for everyone else and the harmony of the forum. Unfortunately a few individuals have been treating this Forum as a 'wrestling ring' of pointless and non helpful views of late. This will no longer be tolerated going forward.

Many thanks for your post Dave :smiley-laughing:
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: moogle on February 25, 2012, 11:31:50 AM
That was funny, true and informative at the same time!
Thanks for posting.

Quote from: Tank on February 25, 2012, 11:02:37 AM
Excellent!!!!

We're about to rewrite the rules for this forum actually to hopefully stop members falling out, being rude to people, and from being too opinionated.  :)

Yes there have been a few peeps of late throwing their toys out the pram!
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: galway on February 25, 2012, 12:50:02 PM
Very good vid.

I must admit that there have been a few 'falling outs' recently, however, is'nt this just like real life, as long as people are not offensive, this may be healthy for the Forum.

The only thing I may add is that you expect certain points of view from particular members, if I see their name as the last poster I dont bother opening the thread (a bit of same old same old).

But all in all I find the vast majority of members are courteous,obliging and helpful and I enjoy being involved in the Forum. You know that if we to were to meet in the 'real world' we would get on!

Paul
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: Mustermark on February 25, 2012, 01:15:16 PM
I do agree with you galway, life dosn't always make us see eye to eye. I do think that most people manage to have differing views without being argumentative or contentious. I think the problem i see is the occasions when a perfectly good fun thread is sent off course bacause someone feels argumentative... They are even sometimes agreeing without realizing it!
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: galway on February 25, 2012, 01:37:27 PM
Quote from: Mustermark on February 25, 2012, 01:15:16 PM
I do agree with you galway,

We'll have to wed muster, I want to watch the rugby but someone thinks I should be 'helping out'  :smiley-laughing:
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: Mustermark on February 25, 2012, 03:43:04 PM
Yes indeed!  We could both be watching the rugby and i wouldnt be being dragged round the mall dress shopping! ::)
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: Bikeracer on February 25, 2012, 03:52:13 PM
Quote from: Mustermark on February 25, 2012, 03:43:04 PM
Yes indeed!  We could both be watching the rugby and i wouldnt be being dragged round the mall dress shopping! ::)

Well all I can say is I hope you get something in your size and it matches your eyes or shoes darling. :o ;D ;D

Allan
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: cloughie on February 25, 2012, 03:53:45 PM
Quote from: Mustermark on February 25, 2012, 03:43:04 PM
Yes indeed!  We could both be watching the rugby and i wouldnt be being dragged round the mall dress shopping! ::)


whats up Mark did they not have anything in your size, if they dont there must be a shop in Wigan that will
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: OwL on February 25, 2012, 04:00:07 PM
Long time no see Cloughie! :wave:

How's things with you at moment?
Good to see you back :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: cloughie on February 25, 2012, 04:12:18 PM
I have only just got out after serving 3 month for budgie rustling
cloughie
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: Mustermark on February 25, 2012, 05:11:03 PM
There was nothing in my size except the changing room.

Welcome back cloughie. Great to see you. You have been missed.
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: OwL on February 25, 2012, 05:32:12 PM
Quote from: cloughie on February 25, 2012, 04:12:18 PM
I have only just got out after serving 3 month for budgie rustling
cloughie

:smiley-laughing: :smiley-laughing: Can tell your back Cloughie :wave:
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: cloughie on February 25, 2012, 05:40:50 PM
 You have been missed.
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bet you would not miss with a full magazine thought Mark
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: Mustermark on February 25, 2012, 07:01:35 PM
Yes. I'm not normally such a bad shot.  ;)
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: EddieA on February 25, 2012, 08:27:50 PM
'Budgie Rustling' - was that not the invention of the great Mike Harding? Is he still on the go or did he fall foul of the 'PC brigade'?

But I do agree with some of the previous posts in this topic regarding some of more recent the replies in various topics. A little bit of courtesy doesn't cost much, even if the poster maybe doesn't agree with some of the previous comments. Also we should remember that the written word doesn't necessarily convey the authors intended meaning -  facial expression/vocal intonation are all missing here so it could be quite easy to mis-read something.


Quote from: galway on February 25, 2012, 12:50:02 PM
(quote edited my me, EddieA)

'But all in all I find the vast majority of members are courteous,obliging and helpful and I enjoy being involved in the Forum. You know that if we to were to meet in the 'real world' we would get on!'

Paul

I agree with Paul, I joined this site (having experienced treatment on another much more 'R'obust 'W'ebsite but I won't go there!) as this was described as 'the Friendly Site'. It has lived up to this reputation so far as far as I am concerned, hope it continues as such.
Title: Re: Posting and you
Post by: Mustermark on February 25, 2012, 10:07:10 PM
That's a really good point Eddie. It is quite possible that people dont realise how their post can be heard when others read it without all those normal cues. I think a good re-read will often make you realize what you write is ambiguous or could be misconstrued.

Having said that, many posts are notbeing misconstrued at all! The mods will be working hard to keep this a cheery and helpful place.