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[scotttie]

I don't remember anyone named Samira.

[Sawn]

I truly don't understand why anyone enjoys bickering. Respectful discussions are fine, but why do some people enjoy getting nasty or cutting others down? To me, it smacks of boredom and immaturity, and it isn't the least bit funny.

[HisElk]

On 8/15/2014 scotttie said:

I don't remember anyone named Samira.

Be thankful you didn't, scottie. The other nic was 'Frank E'. I believe this was in the days of 'Anything Goes' if I recall.

[Burnsite]

Samira was responsible for a whole new rule on the BBs--that posts had to be in English. (S/he was posting really nasty things in a foreign language. I think "Frank" was the real poster, Samira the persona, but who knows?) Both had their following, though, nasty though they both were.

[Suziepeach]

This place used to be so much fun- no bickering of a thread or complaining about juvenile graphics (using that as a known example)- which were on a graphic thread! What on earth has happened around here? Lord I'd actually laugh out loud, we'd have parties & back & forth over silly stuff but one person, one lone soul would come on board and complain- blah blah blah... Bullies don't like anyone's opinions but their own- well we all have them! Yet no civil conversations are allowed? I said earlier and I'll say it again, something strange is going on on this BB-- innocent selective posts and threads are poofed- do the ones that run this joint not understand humor? No wonder so many of us have left and don't post much anymore-

[deepwaterdotter]

On 8/15/2014 Burnsite said:

Samira was responsible for a whole new rule on the BBs--that posts had to be in English. (S/he was posting really nasty things in a foreign language. I think "Frank" was the real poster, Samira the persona, but who knows?) Both had their following, though, nasty though they both were.

Oh, now I remember that persona.

[nun ya]

On 8/15/2014 Sawn said: I truly don't understand why anyone enjoys bickering. Respectful discussions are fine, but why do some people enjoy getting nasty or cutting others down? To me, it smacks of boredom and immaturity, and it isn't the least bit funny.

I personally like calm in my life. I don't like arguing, it makes me anxious. Not saying I don't have my moments when I flip.

However, I think some of the discussions here are really good. The problem is, a few people like to dish it out, are know- it- alls and can't take it when they get it back. But, it's always been that way.

[Burnsite]

Hi, DEEP, regarding another thread that I think is now gone (?) on Woodstock, I did miss my one chance to hear Jimi Hendrix play "The Star Spangled Banner."

Amazing. I didn't know then that I wouldn't have too much more time with my mom, so it's a precious memory. We got along perfectly that weekend, cleaning things out and talking about classic movies.

[SeaGal]

Im really sorry you guys, I dont like to argue either but I surely will defend myself when I have to.

eta~ woops, I should have quoted #26

[alexinflorida]

On 8/15/2014 Peachysue said:

This place used to be so much fun- no bickering of a thread or complaining about juvenile graphics (using that as a known example)- which were on a graphic thread! What on earth has happened around here? Lord I'd actually laugh out loud, we'd have parties & back & forth over silly stuff but one person, one lone soul would come on board and complain- blah blah blah... Bullies don't like anyone's opinions but their own- well we all have them! Yet no civil conversations are allowed? I said earlier and I'll say it again, something strange is going on on this BB-- innocent selective posts and threads are poofed- do the ones that run this joint not understand humor? No wonder so many of us have left and don't post much anymore-

I have to agree....used to be a lot of fun with non-threatening, silly, entertaining, and downright goofy posts about anything from crockpot cooking to wearing moo-moo's to a party. Perhaps now, a new reflection on how much stress everyone is under. However, a sense of humor and laughter can so often be one of the best stress reducers. I rarely post anymore....there's enough stress just by watching the news. It used to be fun here!