In reference to Kurt's comments on the "A Question about the Food Forum" thread, I have some questions.
I don't really know the rules for starting new threads since this is the only message board in which I participate. I know that an aside that is not totally related to the thread can create a tangent that can get out of control. I'll be the first to admit that I'm guilty of that. The problem I have is, do I create a new thread, further fragmenting the posts on the board? Even we regulars have trouble keeping up with all of the threads. It might be redundant to create a new thread when an appropriate one already exists. But since there's no thread index, it takes too much time to research whether or not a relevant thread already exists. Also, for some reason, I feel a little scared about starting a new thread for fear that it's like having a party that no one shows up to.
Also, if someone makes an off-thread comment to me that I feel obligated to answer, I feel rude to say that I can't answer their question on the current thread. And again I'd have to research the existing threads to make sure that I don't start a new one that's redundant, and then respond to the question posed to me after doing my thread research.
If the threads get too fragmented, that's just as difficult for me keep up with as the tangents.
So, Kurt, I sincerely would appreciate some pointers. Is it possible to have a thread index? I realize it would be impractical for you to go back and edit out all tangents. but hopefully most of the posts on a particular thread would be related to the topic (except maybe in the lounge - LOLOL).
Thanks. 🙂
BR
Beach RunnerBeach Runnerbeats on hoodNear the ATL and in SoWal as often as possible15,269 postsJoined View profileMessagebeats on hood
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RitaRitamargarita brocoliaDune Allen Beach5,207 postsJoined View profileMessagemargarita brocolia
Ritamargarita brocoliaDune Allen Beach5,207 postsJoined View profileMessagemargarita brocolia............ now that we have been reminded that even though the board is entertainment for many of us, there are strict rules beyond just being polite and not using offensive language.
😱 I'm screwed! :floor:
KurtKurtAdminSoWal2,473 postsJoined View profileMessageAdmin
KurtAdminSoWal2,473 postsJoined View profileMessageAdminYou're right. I just didn't really know how to proceed when responding to a question or comment unrelated to the thread title, but now I know it's okay to start a new thread.
Sometimes when I'm in a hurry, it's easy to just check all new posts and respond, not noticing the topic. I'll have to try to be more careful about that in the future. Or being in a hurry and not taking the time to explain the reason behind my comments, such as when I didn't explain why I didn't have a good experience at a particular restaurant.
Bottom line: I guess we should all be more careful now that we have been reminded that even though the board is entertainment for many of us, there are strict rules beyond just being polite and not using offensive language.
There are not strict rules, just suggestions.
I suggest you not worry so much. :lol:
Before you know it you'll be using another username. :floor:
RitaRitamargarita brocoliaDune Allen Beach5,207 postsJoined View profileMessagemargarita brocolia
Ritamargarita brocoliaDune Allen Beach5,207 postsJoined View profileMessagemargarita brocoliaThere are not strict rules, just suggestions.
I suggest you not worry so much. :lol:
Before you know it you'll be using another username. :floor:
:lolabove:
Kurt, I want a new user name!
1. Do you want to change it for me? ;-)
2. Do I wait until April Fool's Day?
3. Do I reincarnate myself?
4. Do I do as some others have done and clone myself into 2 or more posters? :blink: :funn:
Ocean LoverOcean LoverbeanBuckeye Country9,491 postsJoined View profileMessagebean
Ocean LoverbeanBuckeye Country9,491 postsJoined View profileMessagebean:lolabove:
Kurt, I want a new user name!
1. Do you want to change it for me? ;-)
2. Do I wait until April Fool's Day?
3. Do I reincarnate myself?
4. Do I do as some others have done and clone myself into 2 or more posters? :blink: :funn:
Rita, you gave me an idea. I think I'll start a new thread. Please come to my party. ;-)
KimmifunnKimmifunnFunnkaliciousHollyhood9,699 postsJoined View profileMessageFunnkalicious
KimmifunnFunnkaliciousHollyhood9,699 postsJoined View profileMessageFunnkalicious:lolabove:Burrita
Kurt, I want a new user name!
1. Do you want to change it for me? ;-)
2. Do I wait until April Fool's Day?
3. Do I reincarnate myself?
4. Do I do as some others have done and clone myself into 2 or more posters? :blink: :funn:
Margarita
When Wlaner went to Whiteyfunn she got Kurt to change her posts. Do it!
RitaRitamargarita brocoliaDune Allen Beach5,207 postsJoined View profileMessagemargarita brocolia
Ritamargarita brocoliaDune Allen Beach5,207 postsJoined View profileMessagemargarita brocoliaRita, you gave me an idea. I think I'll start a new thread. Please come to my party. ;-)
I'm in if there's food involved. I'm hungry and need to go to the WC, but can't seem to get off this computer chair. (I'm soo far behind on the threads!:( and I need to go get a V-day gift - like NOW!)
KurtKurtAdminSoWal2,473 postsJoined View profileMessageAdmin
KurtAdminSoWal2,473 postsJoined View profileMessageAdminI'm in if there's food involved. I'm hungry and need to go to the WC, but can't seem to get off this computer chair. (I'm soo far behind on the threads!:( and I need to go get a V-day gift - like NOW!)
Hmmm . . .WC . . . British?
Beach RunnerBeach Runnerbeats on hoodNear the ATL and in SoWal as often as possible15,269 postsJoined View profileMessagebeats on hoodAuthor
Beach Runnerbeats on hoodNear the ATL and in SoWal as often as possible15,269 postsJoined View profileMessagebeats on hoodAuthoreasy, beach runner, you asked, i delivered, searching via google. the video is a gas, i think. and the editorial is pretty concise(i've never seen i laid out so well) and i did say "some don't apply here"I was referring to Kurt's post [ame="http://www.sowal.com/bb/showpost.php?p=67967&postcount=9"]http://www.sowal.com/bb/showpost.php?p=67967&postcount=9[/ame] regarding rules, not yours. 🙂 I haven't had time to look at your links. I learned a lot by reading Kurt's links that I was totally clueless about.
jr
Kurt, "Worry" is my middle name. :bang: But I'm not gonna reincarnate myself as Beach Worrier or Dr. Worry-Wart! :floor:
shakennotstirredshakennotstirredBeach FanaticPittsburgh, PA1,287 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach Fanatic
shakennotstirredBeach FanaticPittsburgh, PA1,287 postsJoined View profileMessageBeach FanaticJust a suggestion...... would it be possible to have the name of the forum next to the name of the thread in the individual posts? May help people to remember whether they are in the lounge or not. Then again it may not!
John RJohn Rneeds to get out moreConflictinator6,782 postsJoined View profileMessageneeds to get out more
John Rneeds to get out moreConflictinator6,782 postsJoined View profileMessageneeds to get out moreI was referring to Kurt's post http://www.sowal.com/bb/showpost.php?p=67967&postcount=9 regarding rules, not yours. 🙂 I haven't had time to look at your links. I learned a lot by reading Kurt's links that I was totally clueless about.
Kurt, "Worry" is my middle name. :bang: But I'm not gonna reincarnate myself as Beach Worrier or Dr. Worry-Wart! :floor:
i see, now that you used link to a post not included in the current thread. i had never seen the linked thread before.
jr
RitaRitamargarita brocoliaDune Allen Beach5,207 postsJoined View profileMessagemargarita brocolia
Ritamargarita brocoliaDune Allen Beach5,207 postsJoined View profileMessagemargarita brocolia..............
Kurt, "Worry" is my middle name. :bang: But I'm not gonna reincarnate myself as Beach Worrier or Dr. Worry-Wart! :floor:
:floor: You are too funny! I love it BR.
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