Musings of an ex CO
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I've only been around here for about a year so I don't really know all the history and what has transpired here in the past. There are snippets and occasional links to old threads that have helped me to understand the dynamic of this little corner of the Internet.
I will say in that year this place has changed my life (although some may debate whether it's for the better).
I do have a couple of questions for the former and current COs about this "over the line" business.
Has it been the practice to address these issues in the threads in which they've occurred or by PM? How do the current COs plan to handle them? If I've never been "called down" or received a PM does that mean I haven't ever "crossed the line"?
I'm not trying to start any sort of controversy I would just like to be very sure of the ground rules.
Thanks to all those who have served as CO and best wishes for the current crew. I appreciate your sacrifice of time and effort.
Lastly, I would encourage everyone to attend a meet when and if you can. From the Sunshine Gathering to the first FFF and the GGG you gain perspective and form bonds with people that I don't think are quite the same as just chatting on a web site. It makes it easier to understand the intent of a particular post when it might otherwise be unclear.
See you at Sanibel.
I will say in that year this place has changed my life (although some may debate whether it's for the better).
I do have a couple of questions for the former and current COs about this "over the line" business.
Has it been the practice to address these issues in the threads in which they've occurred or by PM? How do the current COs plan to handle them? If I've never been "called down" or received a PM does that mean I haven't ever "crossed the line"?
I'm not trying to start any sort of controversy I would just like to be very sure of the ground rules.
Thanks to all those who have served as CO and best wishes for the current crew. I appreciate your sacrifice of time and effort.
Lastly, I would encourage everyone to attend a meet when and if you can. From the Sunshine Gathering to the first FFF and the GGG you gain perspective and form bonds with people that I don't think are quite the same as just chatting on a web site. It makes it easier to understand the intent of a particular post when it might otherwise be unclear.
See you at Sanibel.
#12
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I for one like Bill's statement above as an outline of the ground rules for participation. Ultimately it is up to us as participating members to police ourselves and handle any disagreements that may arise. As a general principle, COs are not here to be intrusive, but rather to facilitate. I'm sure they can be deliberate when necessary. But then I'm just one day on the job.
But I couldn't foresee any problems with your posts Raymo 19. So not to worry and post away!
See you at Sanibel. ?
I wish!
But I couldn't foresee any problems with your posts Raymo 19. So not to worry and post away!
See you at Sanibel. ?
I wish!
#13
Originally Posted by raymo19,Oct 15 2006, 12:30 PM
Lastly, I would encourage everyone to attend a meet when and if you can. From the Sunshine Gathering to the first FFF and the GGG you gain perspective and form bonds with people that I don't think are quite the same as just chatting on a web site. It makes it easier to understand the intent of a particular post when it might otherwise be unclear.
#14
Originally Posted by raymo19
I will say in that year this place has changed my life (although some may debate whether it's for the better).
Originally Posted by raymo19
Has it been the practice to address these issues in the threads in which they've occurred or by PM? How do the current COs plan to handle them? If I've never been "called down" or received a PM does that mean I haven't ever "crossed the line"?
Thankfully, those actions are rarely needed here. And I don't think I can remember you "crossing the line." But I'll be watching you now.
#15
Even though Bill is no longer CO, I hope he will still contribute in some way to Vintage...perhaps he might think about being emcee at some of the dinners we have during our meets. I think Bill is very skilled in public speaking.
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Originally Posted by Lainey8484,Oct 15 2006, 01:49 PM
...But I'll be watching you now.
#17
Originally Posted by S1997,Oct 15 2006, 12:06 PM
I think Lainey is especially good at responding to posts and making people feel like they are welcome and that they are part of Vintage. (Not that others aren' t, too, though).
Among others, our left coast friend Patricia (formerly known as Patty), does a great job of responding to posts by new members to help them feel welcome and included.
#18
Bill, best wishes on your stepping down. Thank you for taking the Vintage CO reins last year.
I've always tried to ask people to treat the other person / people in a conversation as if he/she/they were sitting across the table. It's really not that hard to do, though some folks refuse to try (particularly in hot circumstance).
I've always tried to ask people to treat the other person / people in a conversation as if he/she/they were sitting across the table. It's really not that hard to do, though some folks refuse to try (particularly in hot circumstance).
#19
Originally Posted by Lainey8484,Oct 15 2006, 02:10 PM
....Among others, our left coast friend Patricia (formerly known as Patty), does a great job of responding to posts by new members to help them feel welcome and included......
#20
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Originally Posted by raymo19,Oct 15 2006, 12:30 PM
I've only been around here for about a year so I don't really know all the history and what has transpired here in the past. There are snippets and occasional links to old threads that have helped me to understand the dynamic of this little corner of the Internet.
I will say in that year this place has changed my life (although some may debate whether it's for the better).
I do have a couple of questions for the former and current COs about this "over the line" business.
Has it been the practice to address these issues in the threads in which they've occurred or by PM? How do the current COs plan to handle them? If I've never been "called down" or received a PM does that mean I haven't ever "crossed the line"?
I'm not trying to start any sort of controversy I would just like to be very sure of the ground rules.
Thanks to all those who have served as CO and best wishes for the current crew. I appreciate your sacrifice of time and effort.
Lastly, I would encourage everyone to attend a meet when and if you can. From the Sunshine Gathering to the first FFF and the GGG you gain perspective and form bonds with people that I don't think are quite the same as just chatting on a web site. It makes it easier to understand the intent of a particular post when it might otherwise be unclear.
See you at Sanibel.
I will say in that year this place has changed my life (although some may debate whether it's for the better).
I do have a couple of questions for the former and current COs about this "over the line" business.
Has it been the practice to address these issues in the threads in which they've occurred or by PM? How do the current COs plan to handle them? If I've never been "called down" or received a PM does that mean I haven't ever "crossed the line"?
I'm not trying to start any sort of controversy I would just like to be very sure of the ground rules.
Thanks to all those who have served as CO and best wishes for the current crew. I appreciate your sacrifice of time and effort.
Lastly, I would encourage everyone to attend a meet when and if you can. From the Sunshine Gathering to the first FFF and the GGG you gain perspective and form bonds with people that I don't think are quite the same as just chatting on a web site. It makes it easier to understand the intent of a particular post when it might otherwise be unclear.
See you at Sanibel.