markandlynn Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 I saw that the regular US forum posters recently took some time off the so that newbies would feel less intimidated posting and replying for a day or two. Should we (100 plus posters for example) try to do the same thing? and if so when and for how long and who would you class a regular? Of course if we can coincide this with my forthcoming holidays it would be most appreciated Quote Link to comment
+stu_and_sarah Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 I think the point there was that the banter and leg pulling was seen as intimidating for the new people. I don't see the UK forum having anywhere near that kind of problem - new posts are met with helpful advice rather than markwelling and mickey-taking. So, I don't really see the need personally. Cheers, Stu Quote Link to comment
Team CharlieParker Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 If all the regulars took a day off, who would reply to our daft newbie queries? Quote Link to comment
+Boneychest & Catsuey Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 I think its a great idea - then I would be able to keep up with the history. Quote Link to comment
+mongoose39uk Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 What? Cold Turkey? I mean an hour a day and build up from there! Even then some would be nervous wrecks Quote Link to comment
+Pengy&Tigger Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 We can give it up anytime we like..... (Must post witty comment.. can`t stand it... have to type a congrats...) Aaarrgghhhh... Sorry it can`t be done. I mean come on we are a friendly bunch in here, we often give advice to people, well the techy side of things anyway. We try is the operative word there. Even when we were in the states we still kept a check on what was going on here. That`s what Wifi was invented for wasn`t it?! Pengy & Tigger Quote Link to comment
+mongoose39uk Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 ok I can manage over an hour but I have a serious "shakes" problem now. Will have to build up slowly Quote Link to comment
+Stuey Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 Well... as my doctor has just diagnosed tenosynovitis in my forearm and I need to rest it, this may be very good timing! Shall we say the next 48 hours, starting now? Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 Would be no problem for me. Though I think maybe restrict posting by say a time factor of 33%. So, if I cut out posting in the afternoon and evening, for about eight hours, between say 2pm and 10pm (PST ) Quote Link to comment
+McDeHack Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 I will go with Rutson on this. I will not post from 2350 to 1700. Quote Link to comment
+littlejim Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 looks like I can make my first post at last! ??? Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 Go on then Welcome to the sane corner of the forums. Quote Link to comment
NickPick Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 looks like I can make my first post at last! ??? Yay, a new poster! Please keep it up. Quote Link to comment
+littlejim Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 I will, when I can think of soemthing to say.... Quote Link to comment
+The Roos Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 no don't go - am just getting hang of this - it'll be the blind leading the blind! Quote Link to comment
+Lance Ambu Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 'Ello Little Jiiiiiiiimmm Quote Link to comment
+Lance Ambu Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 (edited) Welcome Roos, Pooh is here somewhere, tigger too, make yourself at home Spelling, Ambu! Spelling Edited March 16, 2005 by Lance Ambu Quote Link to comment
+McDeHack Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 I will, when I can think of soemthing to say.... Ask a question. But don't expect a civilised answer with this lot on here. self included. Quote Link to comment
+The Roos Posted March 16, 2005 Share Posted March 16, 2005 Hi Lance Ambu look forward to meeting the rest of the AA Milne characters Quote Link to comment
+Pharisee Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 I will, when I can think of soemthing to say.... Don't let a little thing like 'having something to say' stop you. They mostly talk bo**ox on here anyway Quote Link to comment
Deego Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 I will, when I can think of soemthing to say.... Don't let a little thing like 'having something to say' stop you. They mostly talk bo**ox on here anyway Yep most of my 1600 posts were utter bollards Maybe one of our friendly mods could ban me for a week and save you all :laughing: Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Yep most of my 1600 posts were utter bollards Hmmmm... 'most' implies that some weren't Quote Link to comment
+Eckington Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Yep most of my 1600 posts were utter bollards ...are they a bit like utter trig points (exits quickly stage left) Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Stage left? After THAT 'joke' you should exit the stage in a downwards direction with a rope around your neck! :D Quote Link to comment
+rutson Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Is this the point where I'm s'posed to feel sorry for ya? Quote Link to comment
Deego Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Is this the point where I'm s'posed to feel sorry for ya? Looks like rutson is going to get my ban :D Quote Link to comment
+Eckington Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Is this the point where I'm s'posed to feel sorry for ya? Looks like rutson is going to get my ban :laughing: Make him share yours kidder? I'm not that petty, you can both have one Quote Link to comment
+littlejim Posted March 17, 2005 Share Posted March 17, 2005 Is that day off still holding?? Quote Link to comment
+Tupperware Hunters Posted March 18, 2005 Share Posted March 18, 2005 Is this the point where I'm s'posed to feel sorry for ya? is that a trig point rutson if so can i log it Quote Link to comment
+daleswalker Posted March 18, 2005 Share Posted March 18, 2005 I think the point there was that the banter and leg pulling was seen as intimidating for the new people. I don't see the UK forum having anywhere near that kind of problem - new posts are met with helpful advice rather than markwelling and mickey-taking. So, I don't really see the need personally. Cheers, Stu As a tadpole with only two posts (this being the third) I have never felt intimidated, just supported, perhaps our American cousins are just a bit more abrasive than us. Both my previous posts have been queries for which I have received very prompt and informative responses...Thanks. Now back to quietly cowering in the corner. Quote Link to comment
+Sensei TSKC Posted March 19, 2005 Share Posted March 19, 2005 If all the regulars took a day off, who would reply to our daft newbie queries? You were all newbies once and I bet you all asked daft questions too! Quote Link to comment
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