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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:17:06 GMT -5
Alexandra, I think "Replies appreciated" or something to that effect is a great idea! I know I have posted some things that I thought would get a response and, yet, they were met with a great big THUD! And then, some little comment I make gets countless responses. Go figure! Well, I'm going to start putting "Replies appreciated" at the end of my posts that I would like responses to. Alexandra, I think you've started something
-Lee Hollins
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:17:56 GMT -5
//Well, I'm going to start putting "Replies appreciated" at the end of my posts that I would like responses to. //
I hope no one minds, but I'm going to stick to my original plan of talking so much, I'm impossible to ignore. It's worked so far. And if I start really feeling ignored, I'll just send an e-mail over to Patti about Steve Martin's favorite pets, and I'll get a barrage of responses for sure!!!
David Crenshaw
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:19:10 GMT -5
Michelle... I am sorry you feel invisible. I have already read other people's replies to you before i could get to typing htis and many have already said what I intended. So, I was tempted not to post ANYTHING. And therein lies hte problem. There are so many of us posting now and posting voraciously that a lot of the time you would end up feeling like all you are posting is "uh huh, uh huh, I agree, amen." *L*Your posts aren't ignored, but are acutally so in tune with what the rest of us generally think that it doesn't spark a reply to offer a counterpoint. It happens all the time. I have literally taken to whipping out a piece of paper and a pen and TAKING NOTES of posts and a kernel of my thought when I am away and the posts rack up. then when I get to the end of all the posts, I begin writing my replies and comments, which have evolved as I have read others reactions and arguments. Who would have thought a Spike/Buffy board would have me taking more notes than I ever took in HS or college? *L*Also, as Nan mentioned, I have sometimes written long, essayish, thoughtful posts that I fully expected comment on, reaction to, even controversy..and amazingly no one says a word. Then I mention some little joke and the panel goes nuts in response. *shrugs* I don't take it personal, tho' I too keep scrolling thru the replies looking for something adressing mine. It jsut happens. Sometimes it's the time that you post. I don't take it personally anymore. I KNOW I am cared about on this board. I don't need to be told "I love you" every moment. But I too need it sometimes, as I think everyone here does. Don't feel bad for asking for confirmation. We all do it at times. What's really neat, is here, with these people, you are gonna get it...and know what? It's heartfelt. *gives her a big hug* I see you, Michelle...and my vista is improved by your presence.
Vlad
Edited By Vlad I at 4/29/2003 6:16:00 PM.
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:21:45 GMT -5
...if I hadn't just got home from work I would've caught a flight to Seattle just to give you a big wet smoochie for putting "The Zeppo" as number 1 on any kind of positive list. Not only would I respond to that as soon as I saw it (as I am), I would enthusiastically hop on board the train of Xander love. I readily admit that I don't post as often as I have in the past; mainly it's to avoid redundance. Is redundance a word (Rob eyes last paragraph suspiciously)? Anyway, to return to my point, I notice everyone. I just don't respond to everything because I don't necessarily feel like I have any worthwhile contribution to the topic.
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:23:15 GMT -5
The smoochie thing on the previous post was a joke. I don't want anyone thinking I'm creepy or anything. Plus, Seattle is a heck of a long way off.
Rob Sorenson
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:24:05 GMT -5
Perhaps it would be wise for us to reset to the top of the Board before post 500. The new episode is sure to provoke a firestorm. We may as well keep it on one Part as much as possible. No biggie either way. Just a thought.
Rob Sorenson
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:24:47 GMT -5
If just one person here will reply and sympathize to my "I'm in UPN-less Albany and on my way out to a mandatory dinner so no new Buffy for me tonight" plight, I'll feel much more loved. KIDDING. Athene V
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:25:45 GMT -5
Way to go, David! I don't get how she could deny doing what is in print under her byline. It's not as though there's no paper trail. Let me know if she responds after you sent her the relevant paragraphs.
deborah cohen
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:26:53 GMT -5
//I can definitely vouch for that part about minding anyone who is unpleasant. When we get a chance, have I got a funny story to share with you about me, Patti and Steve Martin's favorite dog ...//
*singing off-key*DAVID MADE ME LAUGH...LA...LA...LA...DAVID MADE ME LAUGH...
Diane U
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:28:41 GMT -5
Recently I posted a message that gave David a big thumbs up. And I sincerely meant it, Dave. You have been great. However, Michelle's comments and the comments of others made me think. Sometimes people are overlooked or are taken for granted. A few days ago, I heaped upon the shoulders of Rae a very huge task; namely the compiling of all our posts to take with us when ScoopMe shuts down. And she has been busting her ass doing it. THANK YOU Rae! And that goes to all the people that she snookered..errr, I mean, convinced to help her do it. You guys have done a marvelous job so far and I feel very secure in the fact that it is a job that will get done long before the "deadline" I also want to thank people who have done things behind the scenes or have offered assistance. I am not going to name their names because they know who they are and they did usually request anonymity. I want the whole S'cubidom to know, however, that there are several VERY GENEROUS members out there that volunteered actual cash in order for us to survive. And I dont mean 5 cents. I know that money isn't everything and I am a personal firm believer in "if it can be done cheaply and well, then why spend money?" Also, not everyone has either the time or the cash. But I also am impressed when someone offers, unasked, to provide charity or assistance. It's truly warming. I guess what I am trying to say here, is that every single one of you have either done something to help out, or have offered sincerely to help out and jsut haven't had the chance to be called upon yet. I see you all and I thank you all, whether for services rendered or services offered, or services promised. You are all a truly giving generous group of people and my life and my outlook has been postively changed.
Thank you all, Vlad
Edited By Vlad I at 4/29/2003 6:46:00 PM.
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:29:52 GMT -5
According to Rae last night, I have multiple personalities, so here is a great big group hug. *L*
(((hugs))))
Vlad and William
Edited By Vlad I at 4/29/2003 6:39:00 PM.
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:30:59 GMT -5
//Is redundance a word (Rob eyes last paragraph suspiciously)?//
Since you asked, no. The word you wanted is "redundancy".
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:32:53 GMT -5
James! How wonderful to be hunted for! (Making me feel oh so NOT invisible.) Of course our ultra-loquacious group has already begun a barrage of replies before I ever read your post. I didn't think anybody was even checking the ep board at this point. One more comment before I reply to the meat of your post. I have a nearly 16 year old daughter who truly worries about the time I spend posting with a bunch of (possibly serial-killer) strangers. No kidding, I guess I've trained her too well. I was so delighted by your request I made her read you post and said, "See all that Buffy talk has paid off, someone wants my opinion on children's books." That said. You've already received several good recommendations, but since I have 2 daughters who READ EVERYTHING (and one son who does not) I'm taking this as a personal mission. I'm going to list a few off the top of my head right now, but then get recs from the girls. You can keep checking back here, or I'll try to stick a post on the ep board (in the middle of post episode posting no less) which says "hey James, check the S'cubie board". (And, yes it would help to know ages and sexes of your kids) For now:Madeleine L'Engle is our second favorite after Lewis. The "Wrinkle In Time" trilogy is classic--all ages, both genders. L'Engle's "Meet the Austens" series is also good for pre-teen to teenagers. The main protagonist is a female teen. Philip Pullman is good, but you didn't specify if you were looking for fantasy with a Christian allegory bent ala C.S. Lewis. Mr. Pullman is not so pro-religion. "Princess Bride" books by Ursula Le Guin (for some reason neither I nor my daughters have gotten into these, but I know she is a widely read sci-fi/fantasy author). Orson Scott Card. He personally is Mormon but his books are largely straight sci-fi. And they are not specifically children's books either. Start with Ender's Game (you might want to read it first to make sure it is appropriate, but we've read the whole series.) Susan Cooper books. Okay, going to go upstairs and look at their bookshelves and email my older daughter. This is the best homework assignment, and it's great for allowing me to do something productive for the hour before Buffy, plus avoid paying bills.
Thanks, Sue
Edited By Sue P at 4/29/2003 6:41:00 PM.
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:33:33 GMT -5
CYBERHUG for Athene!!!I've been to Albany, Athene. I feel for you, I really do.
David Crenshaw
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Post by Dalton on Aug 12, 2003 11:34:24 GMT -5
Vlad is such the ever-attentive master of his domain. To show my appreciation, you will receive full coverage of the Moonlight Rising con from me after the event in June (which I was gonna do anyway, and it'll be a great way to decompress after all the excitement). I thought what Patti said about JM not looking at fan websites was freakin' hilarious.
Athene V
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