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Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by IceMaiden
If people don't understand civility and good manners, it no wonder that children are growing up the way they are. Children learn by immitation, so if we want nice polite children we should be practising it ourselves!!
Come on give the next generation something to build on. (climbs off soapbox). |
Re: Just a comment
Sometimes I see silly questions on here. For example here's one I read today, "Do you need a driving license in Canada"? :rolleyes: I choose to ignore these postings, rather than say something nasty. There's enough of that as it is. Many peeps are stressed with emigrating, and afterwards when they get to Canada and have trouble settling etc. I use (or try to remember to) the search facility before posting a question. I try and be nice and help where I can, I've had a lot of support on here and appreciate it :) :beer:
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Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Hangman
Thank you...well said.
Since it was my response to Liz that sparked all this off I'm going to have my say. 1) It isn't just newbies that post 'stupid' questions or comments. 2) With the very very odd exception I have never had a go at any newbie for asking what others (or even I) consider a 'stupid' question 3) Certain individuals who post on this board have been in Canada for a long time and shouldnt need to ask half the things they do. 4) We all have bad days 5) As has been said before if you dont like a post(er) then just ignore it(them) 6) If you're looking for nicey nicey all the time this isnt the place to find it. |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by IceMaiden
If people don't understand civility and good manners, it no wonder that children are growing up the way they are. Children learn by immitation, so if we want nice polite children we should be practising it ourselves!!
Come on give the next generation something to build on. (climbs off soapbox). |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Butch Cassidy
OK.
Since it was my response to Liz that sparked all this off I'm going to have my say. 1) It isn't just newbies that post 'stupid' questions or comments. 2) With the very very odd exception I have never had a go at any newbie for asking what others (or even I) consider a 'stupid' question 3) Certain individuals who post on this board have been in Canada for a long time and shouldnt need to ask half the things they do. 4) We all have bad days 5) As has been said before if you dont like a post(er) then just ignore it(them) 6) If you're looking for nicey nicey all the time this isnt the place to find it. 2) Why isn't this the place for nicey nicey all the time??? why does there have to be a put down? :confused: |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by mjanovitz
Look whose talking.....I will remind you that one day!!!!!!!! ;)
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Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Woodstock62
Well said Liz!
I am fed up of some of the nasty comments that pop up on here from time to time. There really is no need. If you haven't got anything nice to say...... |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Butch Cassidy
OK.
Since it was my response to Liz that sparked all this off I'm going to have my say. 1) It isn't just newbies that post 'stupid' questions or comments. 2) With the very very odd exception I have never had a go at any newbie for asking what others (or even I) consider a 'stupid' question 3) Certain individuals who post on this board have been in Canada for a long time and shouldnt need to ask half the things they do. 4) We all have bad days 5) As has been said before if you dont like a post(er) then just ignore it(them) 6) If you're looking for nicey nicey all the time this isnt the place to find it. |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by hot wasabi peas
You read my mind! :D (thou I don't mind the shut up bit - I just want the action). :o :D
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Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by mjanovitz
Thought you would be too busy exposing your ports to be involved in this ;)
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Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by IceMaiden
1) Why can't 'oldies' post questions too - stupid or not - it may not seem stupid to them
2) Why isn't this the place for nicey nicey all the time??? why does there have to be a put down? :confused: 1) Oldies can post stupid questions as much as they like BUT they shouldnt complain when those of us who are sick to death with their (imvho) pathetic ramblings feel enough is enough and voice our opinions. 2) As mark said its not (usually) nasty put downs. |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by mjanovitz
LOL, I must have a different idea of what nasty is, cos I can't say I have seen it on here. Little sarcasm maybe a little tongue in cheek ribbing........but nasty????
Time to move on and live and let live. |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by iaink
I dont know anywhere that is, but on the other hand theres no point setting out to make waves either.
I have never intentionally set out to make waves (ok with one cradle canadian I did once or twice...................................Where is Ocean anyway??) |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Butch Cassidy
LOL
1) Oldies can post stupid questions as much as they like BUT they shouldnt complain when those of us who are sick to death with their (imvho) pathetic ramblings feel enough is enough and voice our opinions. 2) As mark said its not (usually) nasty put downs. There are many times in life that we want to say "oh boll@%ks" but we don't, we just smile nicely and leave it alone. That makes for a much happier place. Now I'll let you go get me a drink in the bar, sweetie :D |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Butch Cassidy
Where is Ocean anyway??)
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Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by iaink
This is only a forum at the end of the day it's not the be all and end all. It isn't however a childs nursery school so due to human nature it's not going to be fluffy bunnies and lolly pops all the time. (sorry icemaiden) To be honest I don't really feel comfortable being in a position of not agreeing with you cos you always seem well informed and provide good info. So I agree that something one person may not be bothered about another may find insulting. Suffice it to say that in my personal opinion some people are far too sensitive, and should take anything said on here with a pinch of salt. Mark |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by mjanovitz
Suffice it to say that in my personal opinion some people are far too sensitive, and should take anything said on here with a pinch of salt. Mark |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by mjanovitz
Wow you are right....if I had been on the receiving end of that I would have had to go for a lie down! ;)
This is only a forum at the end of the day it's not the be all and end all. It isn't however a childs nursery school so due to human nature it's not going to be fluffy bunnies and lolly pops all the time. (sorry icemaiden) To be honest I don't really feel comfortable being in a position of not agreeing with you cos you always seem well informed and provide good info. So I agree that something one person may not be bothered about another may find insulting. Suffice it to say that in my personal opinion some people are far too sensitive, and should take anything said on here with a pinch of salt. Mark A simple answer of "Do a search as this has been answered many time before" would suffice. If anyone has any probs with my answers then they can meet me in the bar and buy me a drink :D |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by lizwil98
I know this board is not called the "advice and answers to questions for people considering emigrating to Canada" but still that seems to be quite often the sort of unofficial function. So, when people come on the board and ask questions, I think the least we can do is to encourage them and be helpful.
So what if the question has been asked 100 times before - if you don't have time to answer it, then leave it to those who do. So what if the questions seems stupid to you - perhaps the person is not familiar with the Internet or with message boards etc. etc. so cut them some slack. There have been a few posts on here recently from newcomers complaining about snotty replies. If the question has been asked 5000 times before, surely a proper response might be to suggest that the poster searches for similar threads - and tell them how to do it. I know that there are instructions, sometimes newcomers don't even know where to find the instructions. Or just answer the question again. Is it such a big deal? I think if you don't have anything nice or constructive to say - then don't bother saying it! I would think it was very hurtful to be a newcomer asking a "stupid" question and getting a rude snotty response. And now I suppose I will get responses saying that their mission in life is not to be nice to people - that is their prerogative - I personally try to be nice most of the time. I always like your posts Liz you always seem so friendly and willing to help, more people should be like that. If your ever in Edinburgh your welcome for a cup of tea lol :D Emma x |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Butch Cassidy
Where is Ocean anyway??
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/5305226.stm |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Biiiiink
His computer might be a bit too wet at the moment for him to join us on here?
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/5305226.stm I knew there was more than one reason I liked you Biiiiink. ;) |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Butch Cassidy
:D
I knew there was more than one reason I liked you Biiiiink. ;) maybe that was one of those occasions it would be better to post nothing :o |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by iaink
Well, yeah, there's one on each side ;)
maybe that was one of those occasions it would be better to post nothing :o Now that you mention it Biiiiink does have sexy ears. :rolleyes: |
Re: Just a comment
;)
Originally Posted by Butch Cassidy
Now that you mention it Biiiiink does have sexy ears. :rolleyes:
Good Catch there |
Re: Just a comment
To be honest I don't really feel comfortable being in a position of not agreeing with you cos you always seem well informed and provide good info.
Mark[/QUOTE] If he was that well-informed he would be using a Mac instead of a PC! ;) |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by willmore
If he was that well-informed he would be using a Mac instead of a PC! ;) |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by iaink
I just use the tools I'm given :p
Lacking as they may be! ;) |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by willmore
Lacking as they may be! ;)
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Re: Just a comment
This is only a forum at the end of the day it's not the be all and end all. It isn't however a childs nursery school so due to human nature it's not going to be fluffy bunnies and lolly pops all the time. (sorry icemaiden) Being civil, and having some bloody respect for your fellow human beings no matter how you happen to judge their 'stupid question' or spelling ability, is simple, and costs nothing. Tbh I have been posting on various boards for almost a decade now and the snidenesses I have seen here go beyond anything I have seen before. The only point I agree with you on is in bold. This is only a forum. A place for people to exchange information and hopefully have a good time during; Granted personalities are what makes this place stand out but that is not an excuse to parade your ego around like it makes you a bigger or better person. I feel harsh now I've written this, but I have sometimes really been shocked at the undeserved treatment some people get. It certainly doesn't apply to anyone in particular and I've not just seen it in the Canadian forums either, but if you're having a bad day - grab a stress ball, go tenderise some meat, whatever. It shouldn't be brought here. edit: Macs are pretty, user-friendly, and more advanced than most PC's, but Majority Rules! Vive le PC! |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by iaink
Dont tar everyone with the same brush just cos you arent smart enough to figure out how to use a PC to its full potential :p :p
Now how do you know that was the tool to which I was referring? ;) |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by windward
Being civil, and having some bloody respect for your fellow human beings no matter how you happen to judge their 'stupid question' or spelling ability, is simple, and costs nothing. Tbh I have been posting on various boards for almost a decade now and the snidenesses I have seen here go beyond anything I have seen before. I have frequented photo forums for over five years and an aviation forum for longer than that and this forum is friendly and polite to the nth degree in comparison. I have met people in person from this forum, I have never ever had the desire to do that on the aviation forum. So I guess I am saying that it all depends on your own personal experience and perspective. Cheers Steve |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by willmore
Now how do you know that was the tool to which I was referring? ;)
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Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by windward
I'm sorry, but the nature of the internet does not excuse some of what people say to one another on here imo. I can't imagine (though it would probably be refuted by those making the comments as they're the ones with 'backbone' or 'being honest') that the majority the nasty comments would come out if we were all having this discussion IRL in a café or similar...
Being civil, and having some bloody respect for your fellow human beings no matter how you happen to judge their 'stupid question' or spelling ability, is simple, and costs nothing. Tbh I have been posting on various boards for almost a decade now and the snidenesses I have seen here go beyond anything I have seen before. The only point I agree with you on is in bold. This is only a forum. A place for people to exchange information and hopefully have a good time during; Granted personalities are what makes this place stand out but that is not an excuse to parade your ego around like it makes you a bigger or better person. I feel harsh now I've written this, but I have sometimes really been shocked at the undeserved treatment some people get. It certainly doesn't apply to anyone in particular and I've not just seen it in the Canadian forums either, but if you're having a bad day - grab a stress ball, go tenderise some meat, whatever. It shouldn't be brought here. edit: Macs are pretty, user-friendly, and more advanced than most PC's, but Majority Rules! Vive le PC! I obviously dont read enough of the threads due to that other thing taking up my time, what is it now, ah yes my life!!!!!, because I honestly haven't read threads and thought my god thats outrageous. I would also like to add that I personally have not been insulting to anyone (other than to those I know well enough to take it in the manner it was meant). Ok there was once I may have suggested someones thread was boring :eek: I am not advocating being insulting mean or nasty to people. I guess I'm just fed up with the threads moaning about threads, posts, the way people post etc etc etc. |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by IceMaiden
I know its not a nursery school. If, however, you think that it is ok to answer a simple question with either a very sarcastic or insulting answer then just wait until your son starts answering you back!!
A simple answer of "Do a search as this has been answered many time before" would suffice. If anyone has any probs with my answers then they can meet me in the bar and buy me a drink :D http://britishexpats.com/forum/showt...55#post3669955 If I posted a thread and someone responded "Do a search as this has been answered many time before" I would think.....wow abrupt!!!! Mark |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by mjanovitz
ok, here is one of the threads under discussion with my response. ok little sarcasm at the beginning but also constructive. Whats wrong with that.......I would argue nothing?????
http://britishexpats.com/forum/showt...55#post3669955 Mark So either we scared him off, or he has taken the advice and gone to do some research. :D |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Hangman
This is not meant as anything other than a comment regarding forums. I have been a member of this one for just over a year and find it one of the most civil I've frequented.
I have frequented photo forums for over five years and an aviation forum for longer than that and this forum is friendly and polite to the nth degree in comparison. I have met people in person from this forum, I have never ever had the desire to do that on the aviation forum. So I guess I am saying that it all depends on your own personal experience and perspective. Cheers Steve I've been around here for a while, and I've used the internet since before it was widely available to the public. Sometimes, the information you find is contradictory, even from what seem to be kosher sources. Webpages often get moved rather than updated but the old ones stay out in the virtual world. Sometimes you just use the wrong search terms (often enough I've looked for a previous post that I know exists but it takes several attempts to hit it). Sometimes you just want somebody to say "don't worry, I've been there before and survived" but can't think of a "good" question to start the ball rolling. If somebody really upsets you, use the ignore button. I have never got round to using it (though it has been tempting at times) as those that have been rude to me (in my opinion) have generally posted useful information elsewhere. Grow a thick skin (sarcasm can be quite entertaining to onlookers), be nice to other people, don't worry when people are not responding (it is not personal - they are not deliberately "dissing" you) and learn when to say sorry. It is amazing how much human interactions depend on body posture and facial expressions - not always possible to pick these up through a written medium. Oh, and don't stress about how other people choose to advertise sending/receiving karma, messages etc. In the big scheme of things, there is more to worry about, even in the virtual world. |
Re: Just a comment
I think everyone is just trying to get along and be as helpful as they can but sometimes, as in real life, people get up other's noses and it's just a matter of how you choose to deal with it.
One of the biggest problems in any written communication is that things sometimes get lost in translation - not just because the written word loses much of the emphasis that the voice and face bring to a conversation but also humour and, particularly the great British pastime of covert wit and comedy sarcasm or saucy remarks (and I do mean the genuinely funny, what makes us British humour type) can also be lost, which is a real shame (did I really say saucy? - how very 'Carry On' of me....ooooh matron!). This doesn't happen a lot but I have noticed that it has caused a couple of problems here when someone has misread a completely innocent remark made in one of these ways. Personally speaking I am soooo glad I found this site as it has been a great place to get advice (sometimes give some when I can) and the majority of people I have come across have been great so beers all round :beer: :beer: :) :) |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by acer rose
If somebody really upsets you, use the ignore button. One is my own silly fault : I let my curiosity get the better of me, and take it off so I can see what "they've" written since I started ignoring them. (*slaps head*) :p The other is more general, and that is the habit people have of replying with a quote (usually unecessary) which has my "ignoree's" rude/stupid/outrageous postings in full! :rolleyes: so I think "why did I bother???" :mad: |
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[QUOTE=Morwenna]I have two problems with the ignore button.
One is my own silly fault : I let my curiosity get the better of me, and take it off so I can see what "they've" written since I started ignoring them. (*slaps head*) :p Glad i'm not the only one who's a curious kitty.... :) |
Re: Just a comment
Originally Posted by Ki76
Originally Posted by Morwenna
I have two problems with the ignore button.
One is my own silly fault : I let my curiosity get the better of me, and take it off so I can see what "they've" written since I started ignoring them. (*slaps head*) :p Me three.:rolleyes: |
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