lovingpet -> RE: Why do people have to treat new members like crap?!?! (1/13/2010 4:32:38 PM)
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ORIGINAL: DCWoody If years of occassional visits to these forums has taught me anything, it's that OP isn't wrong. You people treat newbies like shit. I started posting about two years ago and, in all that time, haven't had any type of serious issue with anyone. I would not say I was ever treated like shit, underwent a cyber hazing, etc. People claim this all the time and I just don't get it. I didn't do all those things I'm supposed to do to know the rules. I have NEVER read the terms of service in full, NEVER read the forum guidelines at all, and NEVER do a search on my subject matter. I have enough common sense to note the difference between the personals side of the site and the discussion side. I put forth an effort to make my posts interesting and even personalized when possible. I also am careful what I post about and the details I offer. There is no rocket science to being accepted here. I noted the quote carried over from the other thread from peppermint and am blown away that it was considered an attack, catty, snide, or anything else. It was actually stated in quite a diplomatic way with the intent to assist a new user in learning their way around. Sometimes it does take a little hand to master the navigation tools and such as well as protocol. I am not faulting anyone for making a couple minor mistakes. It is when people offer kindness and help and are rewarded with responses such as this OP that is truly bothersome. OP, honestly, when I am very busy in my life, I walk away from the computer and handle my business. The computer is for free time and required work of running my life. We welcome you here provided you can curb the attitude and are able to take some time and learn the rules. If you misstep, someone will point it out. It doesn't mean anyone is being nasty. We prefer to help you out than have you receive love notes from the mods. These boards are open to everyone and you are certainly welcome to post with the current chip on your shoulder, but it isn't going to go very far in improving your situation. Either spare the time out of your busy life and get to know the place or come back to this in a less busy season of your life. Either way, the onus is on you to learn to function in the manner that is expected by fellow posters, the moderators, and the site administrators. Welcome to the boards and I would look forward to a new friend and lots of interesting discussions with you. I sincerely mean that. Whatever you decide, go to it with my best wishes! lovingpet
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