I’m over Talk of The Villages

[Michael 61]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

[bsloan1960]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

It is interesting how men criticize the rantings of disagreeable women, and consider all women who complain and make snarky comment as B*tches. While in this forum it is a handful of MEN who are B*tchy, disagreeable, snarky, sarcastic, mean spirited. These men tell hapless users who seek answers that there posts are Stupid, or a waste of everyone's time. Why would a man- in this case a half dozen men behave like this? I believe it is because they are compensating for their Tiny... Egos. What a disgraceful way for grown men to act. Take your Small... Egos somewhere else.

[Velvet]

No, Michael, you have several options. Don’t let yourself be intimidated. Your honesty and authenticity and enthusiasm are very welcome. But remember that not all posters here on TOTV live in TV or even in Florida - and some can be from competing retirement communities. And some are only interested in making themselves money. And it is in their best interest to shoo you away if you are complaining about their activities. If you stay awhile you get a feeling for who is who.

[asianthree]

At some point we all get a little tired of some posters, just as they are unhappy we post. Have taken breaks for a week to over a month. Just sign out and let time go by.

[Babubhat]

I hope there is no limit to the ignore feature because mine is very long

[FenneyFanatic]

Folks here have gotten progressively critical, angry and mean.

I wish Gracie was still around.

[charlieo1126@gmail.com]

I didn’t read all the posts on your ups tip , but many were just pointed out there opinions , and as a guy who goes to gym in Leesburg5 or 6 times a week well 15 minutes wow and I live 2 minutes from that ups store either you are a great driver or you were only car on road . Why anybody on here is concerned about a snarky stranger or bully must have not grown up in a neighborhood like mine where real bullies had to be faced quite regular.I say live and let live , I like snarky it breaks up the long threads on dog poop and not getting there change back at saw grass

[coffeebean]

Folks here have gotten progressively critical, angry and mean.

I wish Gracie was still around.

I saw a post from Gracie just a couple of days ago. She is still around but posts very infrequently on this forum.

[Taltarzac725]

Will miss your posts. I probably have 35 people on my Ignore List. It works.

[dewilson58]

Breath, Breath, Breath.

As some have mentioned..................jus take a vacation from ToTV.

It's like your old job...........gets stressful/crazy/stupid at times and a break (vacation) lets you recharge & start fresh again.

:ho:

[I'm Popeye!]

Will miss your posts. I probably have 35 people on my Ignore List. It works.
I hope there is no limit to the ignore feature because mine is very long

Before you know it, you both will be posting just to each other; keep your "Ignore" list going :coolsmiley:
For the rest, our ------- -- ------, is being picked up by the local WM truck in the morning... :sad:

[kansasr]

One good thing about your post, I never knew there was an IGNORE function. Now I do.

[dewilson58]

Before you know it, you both will be posting just to each other; keep your "Ignore" list going :coolsmiley:
For the rest, our ------- -- ------, is being picked up by the local WM truck in the morning... :sad:

Did you take out Freedom of Speech or did the Mod??

:shocked::shocked:

[Toymeister]

I'll miss your insight and questions Michael61. Once I hit 45 on the ignore list the quality of my experience improved greatly. From what I can determine over 85% are male, typically know-it-alls or those that truly believe what they have to say is important although it's a icon, character, or something simply juvenile. Mostly, I pity the fools.

[dewilson58]

I'll miss your insight and questions Micheal61. Once I hit 45 on the ignore list the quality of my experience improved greatly. From what I can determine over 85% are male, typically know-it-alls or those that truly believe what they have to say is important although it's a icon, character, or something simply juvenile. Mostly, I pity the fools.

My guess was 60/40.......more ladies than men on ToTV.

Or are you just talking about your ignore list????

[njbchbum]

Michael61 - Sorry to see you go and let the foolish bullies get the better of you! Your posts were what many appreciated here as evidenced by their responses to you. TOTV can always use posters like yourself. Don’t leave for any length of time other than a brief respit n recharge. You’ll always be welcome here.

[Pairadocs]

It is interesting how men criticize the rantings of disagreeable women, and consider all women who complain and make snarky comment as B*tches. While in this forum it is a handful of MEN who are B*tchy, disagreeable, snarky, sarcastic, mean spirited. These men tell hapless users who seek answers that there posts are Stupid, or a waste of everyone's time. Why would a man- in this case a half dozen men behave like this? I believe it is because they are compensating for their Tiny... Egos. What a disgraceful way for grown men to act. Take your Small... Egos somewhere else.

Yes, it truly is a shame. If you were around when we first started, meeting at Crispers (long closed, now a Mexican restaurant), it was nothing like this. There was one person who posted some needless, but harmless, comments often, but through the years the "sarcasm" turned to mean, nasty, and most of all "superior", remarks to make the person asking for help or direction or recommendations feel foolish, or uneducated. Remarks meant to bolster the sagging ego of one or more of those who make such replies, mocking, replies. I have no way of knowing if the "offenders" are men or women, that's nearly impossible now since an on line name is no indication, and a picture means nothing. Obviously, having another "community on line social site" for normal interchanges, and one for such folks who really enjoy the "inside jokes", and "back and forth ****ing contests" (sorry, but that's what it's usually called) are very indicative of a junior high mentality, and yet those who enjoy this have free speech also. Just wish there was a site where new village residents would not be ridiculed and offended for the entertainment of others... I remember how we felt as new residents, and felt so much are and support.. those days are gone ! I just hate that it happens so often now !

[Taltarzac725]

Yes, it truly is a shame. If you were around when we first started, meeting at Crispers (long closed, now a Mexican restaurant), it was nothing like this. There was one person who posted some needless, but harmless, comments often, but through the years the "sarcasm" turned to mean, nasty, most of all "superior", remarks to make the person asking for help or direction or recommendation, was used to help bolster the sagging ego of one or more of those who make sarcastic replies, mocking, replies. I have no way of knowing if the "offenders" are men or women, that's nearly impossible now anyway, since an on line name is now no indication, and a picture means nothing. Obviously, having another "community on line social site" for normal interchanges, and another folks who really enjoy that "inside jokes", and "back and forth ****ing contests" (sorry, but that's what it's usually called) are very indicative of a junior high mentality, and yet, I have no objections to those who enjoy this, but wish there was a site where those new the villages would not be ridiculed and offended for the entertainment of others... I just hate that it happens so often.

I have only noticed a few of the old Crispers gang posting on here for quite a long time. Many have passed away though.

[Pairadocs]

I'll miss your insight and questions Micheal61. Once I hit 45 on the ignore list the quality of my experience improved greatly. From what I can determine over 85% are male, typically know-it-alls or those that truly believe what they have to say is important although it's a icon, character, or something simply juvenile. Mostly, I pity the fools.

Toymeister, you are certainly one who seems to have interesting comments and factual information for sure. I will have to look into the "ignore" feature, never used that. Personally, I think the "juvenile" spin to much of it is an attempt to bolster the "self" and feel superior. I concur with your "I pity the fools", but we all know the kind of ire pity from others brings out in such people !

[Pairadocs]

No, Michael, you have several options. Don’t let yourself be intimidated. Your honesty and authenticity and enthusiasm are very welcome. But remember that not all posters here on TOTV live in TV or even in Florida - and some can be from competing retirement communities. And some are only interested in making themselves money. And it is in their best interest to shoo you away if you are complaining about their activities. If you stay awhile you get a feeling for who is who.

SOOOOO true ! If you read some of he replies for a long enough period of time, you'll realize such people do not live here. It's perfectly acceptable to point out short comings of ones community, but also one's responsibility to contribute positive solutions. You know some of those who habitually post the insults and sarcasm, would have sold out and moved long ago, if the ever lived here at all. they would have sold out and left long ago. Also, no "research science protocol" behind it, but is you look at some of the "stats" it's quite interesting, some of the people most often "thanked", have "thanked" others VERY few times. Don't know how to read that, but it is interesting.

[Bikehike]

Wait we're not done with you ;)

Just kidding

[RobinM]

One good thing about your post, I never knew there was an IGNORE function. Now I do.

Same here! Good to know.

[westernrider75]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

Take a break, take a deep breath, but don’t leave for good. I have enjoyed reading your posts from the time you started trying to win the house lottery in Richmond!

[Papa_lecki]

TOTV is annoying - i think the problem is the posts stay open for too long.

Most posts are great/informative.

For example, if I ask for someone to paint my house, you get a lot of names of good and not good people. After a week, close it down, that’s when the posts go south.

If Havana is terrible this week, that post doesn’t need to be around in 10 days - the conditions will change.

[samquiros]

The anonymity of the internet allows some people to behave in a way they probably wouldn’t in person. In any case, this is the internet, and these are only words. You give those words power by reacting to them. What you should do is ignore them. Scroll on through. Don’t let words typed on a screen impact you. Remember “sticks and stones”? Words cannot hurt you. Unless you hurt yourself when you read them.

[midiwiz]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.


you can not expect everyone to trip over themselves to make sure every word they type fits the "overly super nice" category that's as unrealistic as the people that run this board. It is impossible for anyone to expect that. I could see leaving because of those that run this board, and trust me, I''ve had serious thoughts about it but I do get some great entertainment from reading some of the (*$()# that gets posted on here.

This is the internet - anything said anywhere on the internet is not only fair game but also open to interpretation and should always be taken with a grain of salt. Something yet to be learned by about 80% of those on the internet. It is suppsed to be freedom of speech, but I can surely tell you looking at my inbox that without any doubt there is no freedom of speech within 5 square miles from me. While true that opinions are never going to stop, it is also true that opinion and the way it's stated paints an image..... on the internet that image is usually false.

just my 2 cents.

[TOMCAT]

First, let me say the vast majority of people here are kind and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering excellent and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not friendly people, sort of like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

I have to agree with you about some of the comments. When I first joined this site, everyone was nice and friendly. Now, I noticed some are not so nice so to say. It is my opinion, and I hope no one has a sarcastic reply. I have not gotten too many myself, but I read a few from other people’s posts when someone posted. Sometimes it is the poster who is making an unkind post too. It has gotten a little sour at times by a few handfuls.

[Michael 61]

Wow- I wasn’t looking for sympathy, but the outpouring of comments here are so appreciative of you kind people. Thank you for those who pointed out that some of the nasty posters are from outside The Villages, I guess I was assuming unless the user stated otherwise, that everyone was naturally a Villages resident. I’m going to take a short break, but will be back soon, and will use the ignore feature- I wish though that when you place someone on ignore, that they are then completely blocked from viewing or posting within the OP’s thread if they are on the OP ignore list (as of now, they can still post, but will show in thread as “on your ignore list), if another user replies and copies their post, then the OP can now read their post. Anyway, thanks again everyone for your support - will be back soon! And isn’t living in the Villages a blessing! 😀

[dlebuis]

I hesitate to answer a question or voice my opinion because of the sarcastic remarks I get from a few people. Perhaps these people were bullied when they were younger and now feel empowered to put people down. I enjoy info I receive from most people and will start using ignore button.

[TOMCAT]

Wow- I wasn’t looking for sympathy, but the outpouring of comments here appreciates your kind people. Thank you for those who pointed out that some of the nasty posters are from outside The Villages, I guess I was assuming unless the user stated otherwise, that everyone was naturally a Villages resident. I’m going to take a short break, but will be back soon, and will use the ignore feature- I wish though that when you place someone on ignore, that they are then completely blocked from viewing or posting within the OP’s thread if they are on the OP ignore list (as of now, they can still post, but will show in thread as “on your ignore list), if another user replies and copies their post, then the OP can now read their post. Anyway, thanks again everyone for your support - will be back soon! And isn’t living in the Villages a blessing! 😀

I still do not know where that ignore button is, but I will find it eventually. Sometimes I get amazed at what someone writes, LOL. I just read it and go on.

[retiredguy123]

I still do not know where that ignore button is, but I will find it eventually. Sometimes I get amazed at what someone writes, LOL. I just read it and go on.
Click on the poster's "name" "view public profile" "user lists" "add to ignore list".

[La lamy]

Wow- I wasn’t looking for sympathy, but the outpouring of comments here are so appreciative of you kind people. Thank you for those who pointed out that some of the nasty posters are from outside The Villages, I guess I was assuming unless the user stated otherwise, that everyone was naturally a Villages resident. I’m going to take a short break, but will be back soon, and will use the ignore feature- I wish though that when you place someone on ignore, that they are then completely blocked from viewing or posting within the OP’s thread if they are on the OP ignore list (as of now, they can still post, but will show in thread as “on your ignore list), if another user replies and copies their post, then the OP can now read their post. Anyway, thanks again everyone for your support - will be back soon! And isn’t living in the Villages a blessing! 😀
Agreed about the 'IGNORED" list still showing up when people reply to them. I just avoid reading them, wherever they show up. You can't fix others pitiful attitude, but you can adjust what you choose to read. Be well and come back!

[Worldseries27]

wow- i wasn’t looking for sympathy, but the outpouring of comments here are so appreciative of you kind people. Thank you for those who pointed out that some of the nasty posters are from outside the villages, i guess i was assuming unless the user stated otherwise, that everyone was naturally a villages resident. I’m going to take a short break, but will be back soon, and will use the ignore feature- i wish though that when you place someone on ignore, that they are then completely blocked from viewing or posting within the op’s thread if they are on the op ignore list (as of now, they can still post, but will show in thread as “on your ignore list), if another user replies and copies their post, then the op can now read their post. Anyway, thanks again everyone for your support - will be back soon! And isn’t living in the villages a blessing! 😀
try visual scanning of postings like one does with
news headlines or cues.
After all you know the op names you dislike so even if they are posted by others
stop immediately upon seeing their handle .
You ff thru commercials and hit the mute button so utilize that skill set here.

[dewilson58]

I wish though that when you place someone on ignore, that they are then completely blocked from viewing ������

As you know.............you are in control of what you read.

If your ignored poster's post shows up......Do Not Read It......skip it without reading it.

U R in control.



Sign, Mr. Obvious.

:pepper2:


(Sorry, jus read WorldSeries.....but it's worth repeating)

[Jewelz]

Michael -I really enjoy reading your refreshing, positive posts!! I am always hesitant to post anything because I do not want to be belittled. When I see something that is ridiculous I just roll my eyes and scroll past it.

[Get real]

Click on the poster's "name" "view public profile" "user lists" "add to ignore list".

Thanks :ho:

[Fearless]

One good thing about your post, I never knew there was an IGNORE function. Now I do.

Will miss your posts. I probably have 35 people on my Ignore List. It works.

Where is this ignore function?

[dewilson58]

Where is this ignore function?

read 123's post

[TOMCAT]

Click on the poster's "name" "view public profile" "user lists" "add to ignore list".
Thank you. I accidentally wrote my name in all caps. It seems like I cannot change it.

[MayaC]

I didn't know about the IGNORE function either! BRILLIANT!

One good thing about your post, I never knew there was an IGNORE function. Now I do.

[retiredguy123]

Thank you. I accidentally wrote my name in all caps. It seems like I cannot change it.
Send an email to "talkofthevillages@gmail.com" and ask them to change your user name. You cannot change it yourself.

[dewilson58]

Thank you. I accidentally wrote my name in all caps. It seems like I cannot change it.

You not identifying as a CAPITAL letters any more????

The Admin can help you trans.

:ohdear::ohdear::ohdear:

[JRcorvette]

I don’t read the snarky remarks and if you really want to get upset over them just go and read the *************! That is all there is on that site!!!

[TVTVTV]

Same here! Good to know.

Where is the ignore feature? All I see is a thanks icon.
OK new here. See the answer. Now can't figure out how to delete. See the button, but doesn't delete unnecessary post. Kind replies only please

[Lisanp@aol.com]

Here, here!
Just read with you finger on the delete button.

[BaylorBear]

Folks here have gotten progressively critical, angry and mean.

I wish Gracie was still around.

ME TOO! Gracie is always a voice of reason!:pray:

[Taltarzac725]

Most of the people on my Ignore List rarely ever post now. Probably because they were kicked off of Talk of the Villages.

I have been a target of a lot of trolls since getting online around 1999. Some these trolls were very gifted with just how to bait and con people. Some had been in actual jail and/or prison because of it. Because of their cons.

[Nucky]

Michael, we need people like you on the Forum. I remember your first post and I don’t remember too much nowadays

I won the lottery in Richmond! We were so happy for you, and still are. I was on here way to much for way to long and severely cut back my time online and that did the trick.

The main source of your leaving, and I’ve noticed him picking on new and old posters for not knowing about every single thread and post ever posted is probably just a decent guy who is stuck in the house with nothing else to do but be a curmudgeon which he’s very good at. I drilled him and put him in his place years ago and, not a peep from him since.

Like others have said, take a break, enjoy the beautiful life we are making in this amazing place and remember that these people getting under your skin are just boneheaded clowns, it AIN’T YOU! Take Care! See you at the pool if you wish. Just send me a Private Message. We’ll start Michaels Army.!!!!

[retiredguy123]

Where is the ignore feature? All I see is a thanks icon.
OK new here. See the answer. Now can't figure out how to delete. See the button, but doesn't delete unnecessary post. Kind replies only please
You cannot delete a post, but you can reduce it to 3 characters. Some people use "///" to indicate a deleted post.

[DrHitch]

......But remember that not all posters here on TOTV live in TV or even in Florida - and some can be from competing retirement communities.... .

This is VERY true and take all comments here or any other platform with "grain of salt"....some comments are truly laughable

[Veracity]

I skim through TOV every day for topics of interest, but am not a frequent poster. Michael61, I have learned a few things from your posts, so I will miss you. I hope you return after taking a break. I don't blame you for needing some time away.

[kendi]

One good thing about your post, I never knew there was an IGNORE function. Now I do.

Good point. Now to figure out how to use the ignore button.

[Nucky]

Most of the people on my Ignore List rarely ever post now. Probably because they were kicked off of Talk of the Villages.

I have been a target of a lot of trolls since getting online around 1999. Some these trolls were very gifted with just how to bait and con people. Some had been in actual jail and/or prison because of it.

Haven’t we all said something that in hindsight we wish we could take back? I know that I have. In the days before the political posts were separated from this part of the Forum and the one the Political Garbage was separated and the the posters names were removed some pretty nasty stuff was said by ALL.

I take ownership of my offensive posts from back then and have toned it down greatly.

We were on the NOTHING thread for years and had a blast. I want to concentrate on the good stuff but I’m not going to claim that I didn’t deserve some of the replies served up to me because I did deserve them. Not so much anymore. I’ve been humbled by an injury and our life during Covid had changed us all. We lost so many friends in New Jersey during this time that it made me realize that I don’t need to be on TOTV’S to post every single thing that I think or experience about what’s going on.

The one thread I do remember vividly was when our dog passed away and the outpouring of love from other posters was phenomenal. The Thread was Named Hearbroken. It was when our mutual great friend Barefoot was still very active on the Forum. She was an animal lover too. Enough from me old friend, I hope you are doing well too!

[mkjelenbaas]

Folks here have gotten progressively critical, angry and mean.

I wish Gracie was still around.
Who is Gracie?

[golfing eagles]

Haven’t we all said something that in hindsight we wish we could take back? I know that I have. In the days before the political posts were separated from this part of the Forum and the one the Political Garbage was separated and the the posters names were removed some pretty nasty stuff was said by ALL.......

........The one thread I do remember vividly was when our dog passed away and the outpouring of love from other posters was phenomenal. The Thread was Named Hearbroken. It was when our mutual great friend Barefoot was still very active on the Forum. She was an animal lover too. Enough from me old friend, I hope you are doing well too!

I miss Barefoot as well, especially since the lobster she owes me is about 7 years old now.

Seriously, though, I also have made some nasty comments, all of which fall into 3 categories----
******Ultra woke, ultra liberal posts that endeavor to turn Florida into California
******Posts that defend anything related to those that perpetrated 9/11
******Posts that defend driving 20 mph below the speed limit in the left lane

But I hope over the years I've balanced that with some good medical information and set some in need on the right path.

And btw, congratulations on your move to Richmond----when are you going to buy that pet snake you always wanted? :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

PS: to those who lack any sense of humor and consider my little laughing men "juvenile", well, I won't write it since it doesn't fit into the above 3 categories :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[Velvet]

Who is Gracie?

A lady who wrote thousands of posts over a decade, the majority of which was to help new Villagers about whatever they may come across. She is a lady of great wit and charm who would welcome one like a dear host.

[crash]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

See you lived in California do you know about the California club? If you would like info to meet people from the same area of the country living here pm me and I will get you some info on the club. We meet the first Thursday of the month at Hibiscus Rec center c

[azcindy]

Michael I rarely post here because of the reasons you mentioned, but I truly loved your posts. I find you totally relatable, maybe because I am from California like you. Anyway, know that a lot of folks will miss your posts.

Cindy

[NotGolfer]

Many of the negative posts, complainers and attackers are juvenile in content. After reading so many I want to chime in and say..."FIRST WORLD problems". Some of the comments are so middle-school or high-school and I have to wonder how those folks operated LIFE if they'd been professionals before living here.
I used to think snarky folks were old people secluded in their homes and couldn't get out so used social media as their "outlet" to release frustrations. Maybe they still are or just have too much time on their hands.....to which I'd say "get a hobby".

[Steve]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

You are giving those 5 or 6 posters more credit than they deserve. You quit, they win!

[Mrfriendly]

Yes, it truly is a shame. If you were around when we first started, meeting at Crispers (long closed, now a Mexican restaurant), it was nothing like this. There was one person who posted some needless, but harmless, comments often, but through the years the "sarcasm" turned to mean, nasty, most of all "superior", remarks to make the person asking for help or direction or recommendation, was used to help bolster the sagging ego of one or more of those who make sarcastic replies, mocking, replies. I have no way of knowing if the "offenders" are men or women, that's nearly impossible now anyway, since an on line name is now no indication, and a picture means nothing. Obviously, having another "community on line social site" for normal interchanges, and another folks who really enjoy that "inside jokes", and "back and forth ****ing contests" (sorry, but that's what it's usually called) are very indicative of a junior high mentality, and yet, I have no objections to those who enjoy this, but wish there was a site where those new the villages would not be ridiculed and offended for the entertainment of others... I just hate that it happens so often.

I’m contemplating changing my TOTV name from MrFriendly to FRIENDLY now. Just in case. :)

[Taltarzac725]

Haven’t we all said something that in hindsight we wish we could take back? I know that I have. In the days before the political posts were separated from this part of the Forum and the one the Political Garbage was separated and the the posters names were removed some pretty nasty stuff was said by ALL.

I take ownership of my offensive posts from back then and have toned it down greatly.

We were on the NOTHING thread for years and had a blast. I want to concentrate on the good stuff but I’m not going to claim that I didn’t deserve some of the replies served up to me because I did deserve them. Not so much anymore. I’ve been humbled by an injury and our life during Covid had changed us all. We lost so many friends in New Jersey during this time that it made me realize that I don’t need to be on TOTV’S to post every single thing that I think or experience about what’s going on.

The one thread I do remember vividly was when our dog passed away and the outpouring of love from other posters was phenomenal. The Thread was Named Hearbroken. It was when our mutual great friend Barefoot was still very active on the Forum. She was an animal lover too. Enough from me old friend, I hope you are doing well too!


I ran into Barefoot yesterday. She seems to be doing really well. But she does not use the computer much now.

I lost a pooch when on Talk of the Villages and remember how helpful others were on here as well.

[I'm Popeye!]

I’m going to take a short break, but will be back soon, and will use the ignore feature- I wish though that when you place someone on ignore, that they are then completely blocked from viewing or posting within the OP’s thread if they are on the OP ignore list (as of now, they can still post, but will show in thread as “on your ignore list), if another user replies and copies their post, then the OP can now read their post.

Seems your going to insert yourself into a shell in order not to see other opinions that don't match yours... :ho:

Hummmm, coming from San Fransisco :ohdear:

[DonnaNi4os]

I would say that there are comments that truly are unnecessary and unkind but I tend to pass them over and read the comments that are helpful. Don’t allow a handful of sarcastic curmudgeons ruin this forum for you. For the most part those who respond do so with respect and good intent.

[mbene]

Thanks for the directions to the ignore feature, I would have never found that on my own!

[Taltarzac725]

If I have had tormentors teaming up I would just make my Ignore List longer so as not to see any more posts by posters who work as a group. Some of the prior very frequent posters were very good at getting people to gang up on others.

[Rainger99]

Click on the poster's "name" "view public profile" "user lists" "add to ignore list".

This may be the most helpful post I have ever seen!

[mikeycereal]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

Don't let it get to you.

I had one poster, after I commented about the gate arms being really quick to drop back down, make a snarky comment like I was trying to speed through. I wasn't used to the gate being that fast because the one at my former place was really slow in comparison. Many here receive the snark stuff, I think the more you post questions the more snark you are likely to get. The cool guy with the shades in this thread gets it, he only provides answers!

:duck: <- me ducking the snark

[jamorela]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

Look at how many people liked your post. It’s very obvious that many of us don’t like the sarcastic, snide remarks from some.

[mikeycereal]

And dang dude you got a lot of "thanks" for a new guy. You must be doing something right!

:bigbow:

[JMintzer]

Who is Gracie?

"I'll do you one better: Why is Gracie?"


- Drax


Let's see who get's this one...

[Tunesmith]

Click on the poster's "name" "view public profile" "user lists" "add to ignore list".

I think you need to be logged into your TOTV account before you can see the "User Lists" link.

[golfing eagles]

"I'll do you one better: Why is Gracie?"


- Drax


Let's see who get's this one...

Moonraker?????

[hmaynard129]

Will miss your posts. I probably have 35 people on my Ignore List. It works.
How do you ignore someone can’t seem to find that option

[hmaynard129]

One good thing about your post, I never knew there was an IGNORE function. Now I do.
How do you ignore someone ??

[dewilson58]

How do you ignore someone ??

:1rotfl::1rotfl:

[TOMCAT]

Send an email to "talkofthevillages@gmail.com" and ask them to change your user name. You cannot change it yourself.

Thank you. I will do that.

[KellyMemories]

Would you be able to share with me how to find the ignore button please and thank you.

[dewilson58]

Would you be able to share with me how to find the ignore button please and thank you.

read 123's post in this thread

[Bellavita]

Now they win
Forget that

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

[JMintzer]

Moonraker?????

https://i.pinimg.com/originals/28/cb/bf/28cbbfaafd3c18c1e5c9fa279e84c6ed.gif

[TOMCAT]

///

[Heytubes]

You can report them and after a warning they will be blocked/removed if they continue.

[Spikearoni]

One good thing about your post, I never knew there was an IGNORE function. Now I do.
Where is the ignore function?

Sorry to see Mike go. He was so excited to acquire his home and seemed very happy to be here. One can disagree with a post, without being disagreeable.

[dewilson58]

Where is the ignore function?
.

This is getting funny.

There are a number of posts (even within this thread) with instructions.

Good Luck.

[Taltarzac725]

Where is the ignore function?

Sorry to see Mike go. He was so excited to acquire his home and seemed very happy to be here. One can disagree with a post, without being disagreeable.

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/profile.php?do=ignorelist

I hope this works.

[dewilson58]

///

I like all cap's.

[Spikearoni]

I often wonder what happened to the guy who posted about only drinking "top shelf liquor" and the mediocrity of restaurants here. I sometimes was annoyed by his commentary but at times, he was amusing. He had many gripes about golf carts, especially when the safety of children was involved. Does anyone know what happened to him? He and GG often went head to toe on issues.

[Spikearoni]

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/profile.php?do=ignorelist

I hope this works.

Many thanks:wave::wave:

[dewilson58]

I often wonder what happened to the guy who posted about only drinking "top shelf liquor" and the mediocrity of restaurants here.

Now you got me wondering..............I remember the guy and his liquor.

Was it Chatbrat??

Haven't heard from him lately.

[Michael G.]

ME TOO! Gracie is always a voice of reason!:pray:

OH, but many here think "Karen" is the voice of reason.

[Jayhawk]

now you got me wondering..............i remember the guy and his liquor.

Was it chatbrat??



97925

[Bogie Shooter]

Now you got me wondering..............I remember the guy and his liquor.

Was it Chatbrat??

Haven't heard from him lately.

That was him!

[SHIBUMI]

Michael, Michael, Michael, like me you need to get blog 101 education.

When people ask questions abut things that can help them, there is an outpouring of kind and informative responses. nice

When people put out opinions on stuff, they are inviting the dump truck to back up and bury them......this is self afflicted harm

Blogs are for people seeking honest help, and then there are the rest that want to tell you what they think or their philosophy .......honk honk the truck is backing up

Once you put your opinion out there , you need to expect the dump truck and the snipers because opinions are opinions and facts are facts

Opinions will generate criticism, just expect it and enjoy the humor or be glad your not one of the snipers

The blog is too informative to give up on, you just need to recognize the reality of a blog. you have graduated 101 enjoy going forward

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

[dewilson58]

Michael, Michael, Michael,

You jus made it even more confusing.....................there are so many Michael's I can't keep them all straight.


:22yikes:

[Velvet]

Michael, Michael, Michael, like me you need to get blog 101 education.

When people ask questions abut things that can help them, there is an outpouring of kind and informative responses. nice

When people put out opinions on stuff, they are inviting the dump truck to back up and bury them......this is self afflicted harm

Blogs are for people seeking honest help, and then there are the rest that want to tell you what they think or their philosophy .......honk honk the truck is backing up

Once you put your opinion out there , you need to expect the dump truck and the snipers because opinions are opinions and facts are facts

Opinions will generate criticism, just expect it and enjoy the humor or be glad your not one of the snipers

The blog is too informative to give up on, you just need to recognize the reality of a blog. you have graduated 101 enjoy going forward

Good observation.

[Jayhawk]

That was him!

He was on a real COVID rant in June of 2020, then I think he never posted again. Grabbed a Grey Goose, hopped in his Benz, and drove away.

[Velvet]

He was on a real COVID rant in June of 2020, then I think he never posted again. Grabbed a Grey Goose, hopped in his Benz, and drove away.

Yes, hope he’s okay, I still have his recipe for BBQing great steak.

[Byte1]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

:wave::wave::wave:

[Worldseries27]

I counted 741 michaels

[Pairadocs]

I have only noticed a few of the old Crispers gang posting on here for quite a long time. Many have passed away though.

Also have noticed. Perhaps some have just lost interest as it got so sarcastic ? Not sure. A frequent poster was "graciegirl" or something close to that, don't see that screen name any more, and others, you are right.

[retiredguy123]

Also have noticed. Perhaps some have just lost interest as it got so sarcastic ? Not sure. A frequent poster was "graciegirl" or something close to that, don't see that screen name any more, and others, you are right.
Graciegirl is an active member and has made 5 posts this month.

[Pairadocs]

[QUOTE=Pairadocs;2206717]SOOOOO true ! If you read some of he replies for a long enough period of time, you'll realize such people often do not live here at all. It's perfectly acceptable to point out short comings of one's community, but also one's responsibility to contribute positive solutions. You know some of those who habitually post insults and sarcasm would have sold out and moved on long ago (if the ever lived here at all). Also, no "research science protocol" behind it, but if you look at some of the "stats" it's quite interesting, some of the people most often "thanked", have "thanked" others VERY few times. Don't know how to read that, but it is interesting.

[Pairadocs]

Graciegirl is an active member and has made 5 posts this month.

Just missed or didn't notice I guess...LOL

[jimjamuser]

Folks here have gotten progressively critical, angry and mean.

I wish Gracie was still around.
Psychologically speaking, the Pandemic in the US has caused a lot of pent-up tension that is comparatively recently being let out in destructive behavior - such as speeding by cars and Golf Carts. And their vocabulary is laced with anger, meanness, and criticism.
.......Hopefully, in a year or two attitudes will return to the better, more normal pre-Pandemic levels.
......Strangely, violent homicides and other mega-crimes are also increasing this year.
.....So, right now we have both mild, annoying behavior increases such as aggressive driving problems AND ALSO high-level violence on the increase.
........I wonder if anyone knows if drunken driving incidents are up this year?

[jimjamuser]

Will miss your posts. I probably have 35 people on my Ignore List. It works.
Amen, brother !!!!!

[golfing eagles]

Psychologically speaking, the Pandemic in the US has caused a lot of pent-up tension that is comparatively recently being let out in destructive behavior - such as speeding by cars and Golf Carts. And their vocabulary is laced with anger, meanness, and criticism.
.......Hopefully, in a year or two attitudes will return to the better, more normal pre-Pandemic levels.
......Strangely, violent homicides and other mega-crimes are also increasing this year.
.....So, right now we have both mild, annoying behavior increases such as aggressive driving problems AND ALSO high-level violence on the increase.
........I wonder if anyone knows if drunken driving incidents are up this year?

Wow---in one sentence linked COVID with speeding. I'm surprised global warming didn't make it in there :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[Taltarzac725]

Graciegirl is an active member and has made 5 posts this month.

She used to post the most of us users. But now I think I took back the baton so to speak.

[TeresaE]

So sorry you’ve had such a bad experience. It does seem that there’s are a lot of nastiness on this forum and on other Village forum sites including Facebook. Take heart in that some of us remember our manners and leave the rest to Karma. Signed, Your Fellow San Franciscan, Teresa.

[jimjamuser]

A lady who wrote thousands of posts over a decade, the majority of which was to help new Villagers about whatever they may come across. She is a lady of great wit and charm who would welcome one like a dear host.
I would define GRACIE as the living legend of TOTV.

[jimjamuser]

Many of the negative posts, complainers and attackers are juvenile in content. After reading so many I want to chime in and say..."FIRST WORLD problems". Some of the comments are so middle-school or high-school and I have to wonder how those folks operated LIFE if they'd been professionals before living here.
I used to think snarky folks were old people secluded in their homes and couldn't get out so used social media as their "outlet" to release frustrations. Maybe they still are or just have too much time on their hands.....to which I'd say "get a hobby".
Maybe being "snarky" can be defined as a hobby.

[bp243]

Will miss your posts. I probably have 35 people on my Ignore List. It works.

Wow...missed the fact that people can be on an 'ignore list'. Personally, it's uplifting to read positive comments, but a downer when someone is rude or responds as a grown up bully. How does the 'ignore list' work? Thanks in advance.

[Bobendres]

Old people are cranky! 😜

[Taltarzac725]

Wow...missed the fact that people can be on an 'ignore list'. Personally, it's uplifting to read positive comments, but a downer when someone is rude or responds as a grown up bully. How does the 'ignore list' work? Thanks in advance.

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/profile.php?do=ignorelist

You place people on it and then are able to see their posts only if you want to do so. They are blocked on your end but are easily unblocked individually if you want to see what they are talking about.

I have had many people on there at some points over the years. Especially when there was a great deal of cyber bullying on here with people ganging up on those they disagreed with in some way.

[bsloan1960]

I see a couple of the biggest offenders- those who spew their hate, are responding to this thread. One pretends he doesn't understand that your post is specifically aimed at bullies, and the other chiming in with helpful ideas. Guess that one doesn't realize he's a bully.

[Fenster]

I’m going to stick around, for all the positive reasons you mention. Most people are happy to be helpful.

HOWEVER, all the negatives you cite are right on the money. It’s those half dozen malcontents (snarky, snide, contrarian) who should be banned.

[jimjamuser]

Michael, Michael, Michael, like me you need to get blog 101 education.

When people ask questions abut things that can help them, there is an outpouring of kind and informative responses. nice

When people put out opinions on stuff, they are inviting the dump truck to back up and bury them......this is self afflicted harm

Blogs are for people seeking honest help, and then there are the rest that want to tell you what they think or their philosophy .......honk honk the truck is backing up

Once you put your opinion out there , you need to expect the dump truck and the snipers because opinions are opinions and facts are facts

Opinions will generate criticism, just expect it and enjoy the humor or be glad your not one of the snipers

The blog is too informative to give up on, you just need to recognize the reality of a blog. you have graduated 101 enjoy going forward
Everything in the world is opinions and facts. And you take the facts and form opinions about them. I think that fact is true. I think that fact is false. In my opinion, I prefer sea salt. I prefer black ink to blue ink. I like afternoons better than mornings. I like roast pheasant better than roast chicken. I think free-ranging chicken is better that caged chicken. When I get done with about a THOUSAND more of my opinions, that could be partly called my personality. Everyone has opinions on MOST EVERY subject.
......So, I can't imagine why anyone would say that it is BAD to state an opinion on TOTV......I just scratch my head......see that is an opinion......they are everywhere. People that just stated FACTS and NEVER OPINIONS would make for a boring world, in my OPINION.
......So I see opinions as vibrant and exciting and facts as dull and almost lifeless.
.........Now questions can be both exciting and boring........depending on how high level they are, in my OPINION!

[Worldseries27]

i see a couple of the biggest offenders- those who spew their hate, are responding to this thread. One pretends he doesn't understand that your post is specifically aimed at bullies, and the other chiming in with helpful ideas. Guess that one doesn't realize he's a bully.
predators don't change their spots. They are experts at camouflage.
They live to fight another day.

[Pamelah]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.
Perfectly stated Michael61.
I’ve thought these same things for months and thank You for taking the bulls by the horns and giving them a sound lashing. 👏👏👏

[villagetinker]

Michael61, there have been a lot of good comments so far, I have actually implemented some myself, especially the ignore list. In any case feel free to contact me by Private Message if you have a question or need some information I do reply to these.

[JMintzer]

Michael, Michael, Michael, like me you need to get blog 101 education.

When people ask questions abut things that can help them, there is an outpouring of kind and informative responses. nice

When people put out opinions on stuff, they are inviting the dump truck to back up and bury them......this is self afflicted harm

Blogs are for people seeking honest help, and then there are the rest that want to tell you what they think or their philosophy .......honk honk the truck is backing up

Once you put your opinion out there , you need to expect the dump truck and the snipers because opinions are opinions and facts are facts

Opinions will generate criticism, just expect it and enjoy the humor or be glad your not one of the snipers

The blog is too informative to give up on, you just need to recognize the reality of a blog. you have graduated 101 enjoy going forward

This is a Forum, not a Blog...

A blog is exactly where you can post your opinions and (if you want) limit the responses...

A forum is a "Town Square" where you should expect responses (both good and bad)...

That said, most forums have administrators, who have their own thumb on the scale...

Blogs are controlled by the author...

[JMintzer]

Wow---in one sentence linked COVID with speeding. I'm surprised global warming didn't make it in there :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

And not a word about EVs... Must be slipping...

[fdpaq0580]

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/profile.php?do=ignorelist

You place people on it and then are able to see their posts only if you want to do so. They are blocked on your end but are easily unblocked individually if you want to see what they are talking about.

I have had many people on there at some points over the years. Especially when there was a great deal of cyber bullying on here with people ganging up on those they disagreed with in some way.

Do "they" know you blocked them?
Do "they" care that you blocked them?
Why bother blocking them if you are only going to unblock them to see what they are talking about?
Why not "consider the source" and just flip by the posts/posters you don't like?

There are a lot more "why/Why nots", but why bother if it just ticks you off?

[shut the front door]

This is a Forum, not a Blog...

A blog is exactly where you can post your opinions and (if you want) limit the responses...

A forum is a "Town Square" where you should expect responses (both good and bad)...

That said, most forums have administrators, who have their own thumb on the scale...

Blogs are controlled by the author...

Thank you for clearing that up for many people. I was dumbfounded when I read the blog post. I realize there are lots of people here who don't know the difference, but before you try to educate people, you should.

[JMintzer]

Do "they" know you blocked them?

No they don't

Do "they" care that you blocked them?

Probably not...

Why bother blocking them if you are only going to unblock them to see what they are talking about?

You will still see their posts if someone quotes them. On FaceBook, otoh, you won't see their posts, but you will see responses to their posts (which, due to FB's format) does not include the original blocked post...

You only know someone is responding to someone you have blocked...

Why not "consider the source" and just flip by the posts/posters you don't like?

A much simpler solution. But then, on cannot brag about how many they have on their "blocked list"...

There are a lot more "why/Why nots", but why bother if it just ticks you off?

Sage advice...

[MX rider]

Michael61, there have been a lot of good comments so far, I have actually implemented some myself, especially the ignore list. In any case feel free to contact me by Private Message if you have a question or need some information I do reply to these.

I'm with you on the ignore list. Didn't know it was there.
I still like this forum, but there are a few that feel they have to comment on every single post. They come off very snarky and condesending. Makes me wonder if they just sit on their asses all day in front of the computer just waiting for the next post.

And although I don't feel bullied by them, I could see why some people would. Sadly, I think there are many people who avoid commenting here due to this.

But the ignore feature will help for sure. Diversity of opinion is a good thing.

[Taltarzac725]

Do "they" know you blocked them?
Do "they" care that you blocked them?
Why bother blocking them if you are only going to unblock them to see what they are talking about?
Why not "consider the source" and just flip by the posts/posters you don't like?

There are a lot more "why/Why nots", but why bother if it just ticks you off?

I do not unblock them. Just look what they are saying on occasion. Mostly, though, I do not look at what they are posting especially if it is usually garbage.

[JMintzer]

I'm with you on the ignore list. Didn't know it was there.
I still like this forum, but there are a few that feel they have to comment on every single post. They come off very snarky and condesending. Makes me wonder if they just sit on their asses all day in front of the computer just waiting for the next post.

And although I don't feel bullied by them, I could see why some people would. Sadly, I think there are many people who avoid commenting here due to this.

But the ignore feature will help for sure. Diversity of opinion is a good thing.

Wait... Doesn't blocking someone diminish that diversity of opinion?

[SHIBUMI]

thanks for the heads-up.......that is what it is really all about........educating

This is a Forum, not a Blog...

A blog is exactly where you can post your opinions and (if you want) limit the responses...

A forum is a "Town Square" where you should expect responses (both good and bad)...

That said, most forums have administrators, who have their own thumb on the scale...

Blogs are controlled by the author...

[jimjamuser]

I ran into Barefoot yesterday. She seems to be doing really well. But she does not use the computer much now.

I lost a pooch when on Talk of the Villages and remember how helpful others were on here as well.
Anyone that loves a dog, can't be all bad.......which makes me wonder.....?????

[jimjamuser]

Also have noticed. Perhaps some have just lost interest as it got so sarcastic ? Not sure. A frequent poster was "graciegirl" or something close to that, don't see that screen name any more, and others, you are right.
She is still around, just not as involved, keeping a lower profile (I should take that hint)!

[jimjamuser]

Wow---in one sentence linked COVID with speeding. I'm surprised global warming didn't make it in there :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:
Speeding involves the greater acceleration of the piston-type infernal (not a spelling error) combustion engines powering cars, trucks, and Golf Carts. This causes increased exhaust FUMES containing (CO2) gas, which drifts upward to form an upper-atmosphere blanket that holds in the earth's surface-produced heat and reflects infrared waves back to the earth's surface.
.........Thanks for the reminder!

[jimjamuser]

I'm with you on the ignore list. Didn't know it was there.
I still like this forum, but there are a few that feel they have to comment on every single post. They come off very snarky and condesending. Makes me wonder if they just sit on their asses all day in front of the computer just waiting for the next post.

And although I don't feel bullied by them, I could see why some people would. Sadly, I think there are many people who avoid commenting here due to this.

But the ignore feature will help for sure. Diversity of opinion is a good thing.
That last sentence is interesting to contemplate.

[jimjamuser]

I do not unblock them. Just look what they are saying on occasion. Mostly, though, I do not look at what they are posting especially if it is usually garbage.
Is "garbage" in the "eye of the beholder" or is it a universally accepted constant like the speed of light?

[JMintzer]

Speeding involves the greater acceleration of the piston-type infernal (not a spelling error) combustion engines powering cars, trucks, and Golf Carts. This causes increased exhaust FUMES containing (CO2) gas, which drifts upward to form an upper-atmosphere blanket that holds in the earth's surface-produced heat and reflects infrared waves back to the earth's surface.
.........Thanks for the reminder!

Whew! I was worried for a second...

[Haggar]

Thanks :ho:

Why is it when I click on user lists am I getting 3 options - add to friends, add to contact, remove from ignore list - but no "add to ignore list"?

[CoachKandSportsguy]

WOW! read all the threads, and there are many, many human biases and also personality types on display here. If one reads up enough on personality types, you can recognize the different types here, and i know that certain types are opposite of mine, but that's the human condition, we are not all the same. And no, its not all ego differences, large differences between personality types causes many misinterpretations of the other types' posts. I see that all the time, personally and between other posters.

Behavioral biases are also on display on many, many posts. . . one you see them, you realize that is also the human condition, trained from thousands of years of survival by those before us with those survival biases.

I just read a great book by Malcom Gladwell, very easy reading. . "Talking to Strangers", which is what happens most of the time on here. He discusses the topic with references to actual legal cases which are most people have heard of. . and he analyzes the sources and assumptions of both sides of the conversations. . . well worth the read if you want to understand how strangers approach each one. . and where most people's "default to truth" bias comes into play

Finally, the diversity of opinions has helped me learn about topics i had naive opinions about, or have never thought about and that makes me think and then learn. I have learned about topics which i didn't realize that i should be familiar with . .. . . So if you are here for confirmation biases, or just to answer questions you might have, then the internet and chat boards are much more than local google question and answer sites. . . . its normal to make that assumption, but its not how the real world works. . and if you keep an open mind, not looking for confirmation biases, and realize that this board is a microcosm of the real world, because this board is available for anyone in the world, you will become better able to handle the real world in real life. . .

just my opinion, but its valuable to me, to you, maybe or maybe not, but that's how the real world works. .

psychological guy

[I'm Popeye!]

How do you ignore someone ??

It has been explained a few times already. Why do you want to "Ignore" if you don't even read the written post? :confused:

[coffeebean]

ME TOO! Gracie is always a voice of reason!:pray:

Gracie very recently posted on this forum. She has a different photo of herself in her avatar.

[I'm Popeye!]

Do "they" know you blocked them?
Do "they" care that you blocked them?
Why bother blocking them if you are only going to unblock them to see what they are talking about?
Why not "consider the source" and just flip by the posts/posters you don't like?

There are a lot more "why/Why nots", but why bother if it just ticks you off?

You are right; the blockers will always unblock to see what else is being said inorder to complain again.. :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[I'm Popeye!]

Why is it when I click on user lists am I getting 3 options - add to friends, add to contact, remove from ignore list - but no "add to ignore list"?

:eek::pray: because maybe just maybe you already have he/him/she/her/it in your ignore list...

[coffeebean]

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/profile.php?do=ignorelist

I hope this works.

Oh my. I just saw my name on your ignore list. I don't know why but I have the biggest smile on my face right now. LOL.

P.S. I know you won't see this post because I'm on your ignore list.

[MX rider]

Wait... Doesn't blocking someone diminish that diversity of opinion?
Not when they give their opinion over and over and over in the same post and react to every single comment.

[Worldseries27]

is "garbage" in the "eye of the beholder" or is it a universally accepted constant like the speed of light?
the only sure thing is death and taxes

[Worldseries27]

who is gracie?
good night

[bsloan1960]

Not when they give their opinion over and over and over in the same post and react to every single comment.

NO. We are not talking about diversity of opinion- we are talking about men with tiny... egos who are intentionally mean to others. If you consider, "That is a stupid question" to be a diverse comment then you wouldn't understand.

[yellowtownhouse]

Folks here have gotten progressively critical, angry and mean.

I wish Gracie was still around.
We all WISH Gracie was still around! In so many ways she was the 'voice of reason' when things got hairy.

[retiredguy123]

Why is it when I click on user lists am I getting 3 options - add to friends, add to contact, remove from ignore list - but no "add to ignore list"?
It sounds like that poster is already on your ignore list. Try clicking on "user settings" at the top of the page, then click on "edit ignore list". It should show a list of the members who are on your ignore list. You can manually add or delete members by typing in their name or deleting a name. Note that these instructions are for the newer version of TOTV.

[fsusix]

Where is the ‘ignore’ feature - - I have touched every button I could find?

[retiredguy123]

Where is the ‘ignore’ feature - - I have touched every button I could find?
See Post No. 149.

[bp243]

Michael61, there have been a lot of good comments so far, I have actually implemented some myself, especially the ignore list. In any case feel free to contact me by Private Message if you have a question or need some information I do reply to these.

Wow, how wonderful is that…a villager who truly cares about helping others rather than finding fault in their comments. Maybe there should be two TOTV’s.

[MidWestIA]

welcome to social media

[bp243]

See Post No. 149.

Or see post #32. It’s a bit tricky, but there.

[FT9508]

REMEMBER, the Bible clearly says that "Ye shall always have the Cranks and Dimwits with ye". They usually identify themselves in the first sentence or so. Delete and let um go.

[mkjelenbaas]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.
Good buy Michael.

[Aces4]

Good buy Michael.

I must have missed it, what did Michael buy?

[jimjamuser]

I'm with you on the ignore list. Didn't know it was there.
I still like this forum, but there are a few that feel they have to comment on every single post. They come off very snarky and condesending. Makes me wonder if they just sit on their asses all day in front of the computer just waiting for the next post.

And although I don't feel bullied by them, I could see why some people would. Sadly, I think there are many people who avoid commenting here due to this.

But the ignore feature will help for sure. Diversity of opinion is a good thing.
So, people that comment a lot are inherently BAD because....?????? because some people like to NOT comment often and that IS GOOD. So, good and bad people depend on the frequency of comments. And what we need is to have everybody be AVERAGE in the frequency of comments. Somehow that does seem to go against the idea of American excellence?
........And that last sentence......to ignore is good, but a diversity of opinion is ALSO good. Problem is - I keep thinking that ignoring a poster is the EXACT OPPOSITE of the ideal of DIVERSITY of opinion. How can I avoid ideas and yet gain more diversity of ideas?
.......It would appear that ignoring ideas would lead to monolithic thinking!

[jimjamuser]

WOW! read all the threads, and there are many, many human biases and also personality types on display here. If one reads up enough on personality types, you can recognize the different types here, and i know that certain types are opposite of mine, but that's the human condition, we are not all the same. And no, its not all ego differences, large differences between personality types causes many misinterpretations of the other types' posts. I see that all the time, personally and between other posters.

Behavioral biases are also on display on many, many posts. . . one you see them, you realize that is also the human condition, trained from thousands of years of survival by those before us with those survival biases.

I just read a great book by Malcom Gladwell, very easy reading. . "Talking to Strangers", which is what happens most of the time on here. He discusses the topic with references to actual legal cases which are most people have heard of. . and he analyzes the sources and assumptions of both sides of the conversations. . . well worth the read if you want to understand how strangers approach each one. . and where most people's "default to truth" bias comes into play

Finally, the diversity of opinions has helped me learn about topics i had naive opinions about, or have never thought about and that makes me think and then learn. I have learned about topics which i didn't realize that i should be familiar with . .. . . So if you are here for confirmation biases, or just to answer questions you might have, then the internet and chat boards are much more than local google question and answer sites. . . . its normal to make that assumption, but its not how the real world works. . and if you keep an open mind, not looking for confirmation biases, and realize that this board is a microcosm of the real world, because this board is available for anyone in the world, you will become better able to handle the real world in real life. . .

just my opinion, but its valuable to me, to you, maybe or maybe not, but that's how the real world works. .

psychological guy
This board is NOT an exact duplication of the real world. It does NOT include the YOUNGER working-class types in our area. It has more male posters than female. It has no individuals that live paycheck to paycheck. Most posters here have greater than-average retirement accounts. There are more dogs per person in TV Land than in the general US population. There are more sports and activities available here than in the general US population.
.......So, in general, TV Land is not a duplication of the real world. It is a world viewed from the eyes of older financially secure people of greater than average activity levels.

[jimjamuser]

I must have missed it, what did Michael buy?
The comforting feeling of FREEDOM from SNARK.

[JMintzer]

Not when they give their opinion over and over and over in the same post and react to every single comment.

Yeah, there is that...

[JMintzer]

NO. We are not talking about diversity of opinion- we are talking about men with tiny... egos who are intentionally mean to others. If you consider, "That is a stupid question" to be a diverse comment then you wouldn't understand.

You seem to have a size fixation...

[JMintzer]

We all WISH Gracie was still around! In so many ways she was the 'voice of reason' when things got hairy.

ALL? I'll politely disagree...

[JMintzer]

I must have missed it, what did Michael buy?

https://i.gifer.com/GoU8.gif

[manaboutown]

The ignore list is like a "safe space" for me. Safe space Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster (https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/safe%20space)

[Bogie Shooter]

ALL? I'll politely disagree...

Did you experience that period of time when she was an active poster?

[JMintzer]

Did you experience that period of time when she was an active poster?

Yes I did... I wasn't a fan. Let's just leave it at that...

[Ray Greene]

Goodbye
It’s your loss of information
And nobody really cares!

[Bogie Shooter]

Yes I did... I wasn't a fan. Let's just leave it at that...

/////

[Gracelane]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.
Hi Michael, You can start a Facebook group that you are the Admin of and kick out all bullies and Karens (both male and female)! You’d be in control of the group and won’t have to put up with any intolerant, condescending know-it-alls (who are probably crotchety, bored, and can’t even stand themselves, sadly).That would be So refreshing! Please keep those of us updated who would love to weed out the nasties! Thank you!

[CoachKandSportsguy]

This board is NOT an exact duplication of the real world. It does NOT include the YOUNGER working-class types in our area. It has more male posters than female. It has no individuals that live paycheck to paycheck. Most posters here have greater than-average retirement accounts. There are more dogs per person in TV Land than in the general US population. There are more sports and activities available here than in the general US population.
.......So, in general, TV Land is not a duplication of the real world. It is a world viewed from the eyes of older financially secure people of greater than average activity levels.

dude, where did i type EXACT? that's your personality type reading my type. . .

I typed microcosm. . and the real world exists outside of the bubble and inside at the squares and at the stores. .

see michael. . its an interpretation difference between personality types. . someone interpreted my words differently than written. . .

[golfing eagles]

So, people that comment a lot are inherently BAD because....?????? because some people like to NOT comment often and that IS GOOD. So, good and bad people depend on the frequency of comments. And what we need is to have everybody be AVERAGE in the frequency of comments. Somehow that does seem to go against the idea of American excellence?
........And that last sentence......to ignore is good, but a diversity of opinion is ALSO good. Problem is - I keep thinking that ignoring a poster is the EXACT OPPOSITE of the ideal of DIVERSITY of opinion. How can I avoid ideas and yet gain more diversity of ideas?
.......It would appear that ignoring ideas would lead to monolithic thinking!

I agree. for example, I haven't ignored you (yet) :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[Bilyclub]

ALL? I'll politely disagree...


You mean the developer doesn't walk on water ?

[Michael G.]

The comforting feeling of FREEDOM from SNARK.

If it was only that easy. :pray:

[DAVES]

It is interesting how men criticize the rantings of disagreeable women, and consider all women who complain and make snarky comment as B*tches. While in this forum it is a handful of MEN who are B*tchy, disagreeable, snarky, sarcastic, mean spirited. These men tell hapless users who seek answers that there posts are Stupid, or a waste of everyone's time. Why would a man- in this case a half dozen men behave like this? I believe it is because they are compensating for their Tiny... Egos. What a disgraceful way for grown men to act. Take your Small... Egos somewhere else.



I do wonder about people. Often they accuse others of what they do. For what it is worth, based on my long ago minor in psychology the term is projection.

So many posts. People bring their own baggage and project it onto people they don't even know.

Most people associate with people of the same belief. TRUTH, years ago I got an e-mail. I summary. All my friends agree with me so I am unfriending you. Irony at it's finest

[DAVES]

Goodbye
It’s your loss of information
And nobody really cares!

The rules and interpretation of the rules makes it difficult to comment. In original post he i assume with a psuedo name Michael it is a he but does not matter.

Original post opening line says he is leaving Talk of the Villages and then he continuers to post-
HUH?

[Altavia]

I agree. for example, I haven't ignored you (yet) :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

I ignored myself that way I don't see the snarky responses

:1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

[chrisinva]

So where is the ignore function?? I have used on NextDoor forum but didn't know there was one here too. Please let me know loaiton. Thanks

[retiredguy123]

So where is the ignore function?? I have used on NextDoor forum but didn't know there was one here too. Please let me know loaiton. Thanks
There are two ways to do it. See Posts 32 and 149.

[JMintzer]

Goodbye
It’s your loss of information
And nobody really cares!

You cared enough to post...

Oh, and btw, he didn't leave...

[JMintzer]

I agree. for example, I haven't ignored you (yet) :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

We both must have the patience of Job... :beer3:

[JMintzer]

You mean the developer doesn't walk on water ?

Color me confused by your response...

[JMintzer]

The rules and interpretation of the rules makes it difficult to comment. In original post he i assume with a psuedo name Michael it is a he but does not matter.

Original post opening line says he is leaving Talk of the Villages and then he continuers to post-
HUH?

He actually commented on his decision to stay...

One does have the prerogative to change one's mind...

[DAVES]

First , let me say the vast majority of people here are kind, and have been very helpful to me, a new resident in The Villages - thank you to all who have taken the time to be patient with me, and offering good and sage advice. I truly appreciate you! There is a small group of about 6-7 guys here that have ruined this app for me (you know who you are) - These guys over-post on every single thread, are smug and sarcastic, have an inflated high opinion of themselves, think themselves so much wiser, sharper and wittier than most others here - are quick to and enjoy pointing out errors of others, enjoy demeaning and shaming others, and are all around not nice people, sorta like the schoolyard bully that craves attention, even if it’s negative. There is something wrong with these people and I actually feel sorry for them, as they seem to lead miserable, uneventful lives, and have nothing really better to do than hang out on this site all day long to stir controversy. It has become tiresome to avoid this small but extremely vocal group,- I know you can use the ignore feature, but inevitably someone else will copy and post their comments into the thread when they respond. Thanks for the rest who have been so helpful and kind - Everyone please be nice to each other - if a question is being repeated from previous posts, don’t shame the person - they could be new, or unaware of previous posts- and don’t belittle them for asking a question you think they should already know the answer to - if you have nothing nice, polite or positive to say -then simply dont reply or post anything - it only makes you look “small” and insecure.

MADE ME LOOK-first page talk of the villages. THIS ONE, AIR BNB, COMPUTERS, UPS

[Bogie Shooter]

You mean the developer doesn't walk on water ?

Color me confused by your response...

Let me help……..cheap shot at Gracie.

[dewilson58]

I must have missed it, what did Michael buy?

Great Post.

[dewilson58]

We all WISH Gracie was still around! In so many ways she was the 'voice of reason' when things got hairy.

True statement, IF you agreed with her option.

:pepper2:

[jimjamuser]

dude, where did i type EXACT? that's your personality type reading my type. . .

I typed microcosm. . and the real world exists outside of the bubble and inside at the squares and at the stores. .

see michael. . its an interpretation difference between personality types. . someone interpreted my words differently than written. . .
Dude......somehow that by itself is funny. I could care less about the word.......EXACT. that could be removed from my post for all I care. I wrote to point out the reasons that TV Land is SUPER INCREDIBLY DIFFERENT from and NOT a duplication of the real world. It is OBVIOUS that there are MANY differences. I merely pointed those differences out.

[Taltarzac725]

I had heard Talk Host who was a co-owner or something like that of Talk of the Villages give a speech about Talk of the Villages in July of 2007 at the Villages Computer Club. Believe the other owner was Tony.

Both sometimes came to Crisper's Friday lunches on Friday afternoons and sometimes paid for the lunches. These were at 3:00 PM so as not to interfere with the regular lunch crowd.

I had thought Talk of the Villages would be the perfect vehicle to get wise very experienced people's input and what they thought should be accessible in or through libraries for survivors/victims of crimes. Had thought that they could give their experiences about what had been in their libraries in their home towns. This also involves mental health resources as often the mentally ill are the victims of crimes and occasionally the perpetrators.

But that only kind of happened here on Talk of the Villages thus my reasons for often having a huge number of people on my Ignore List. A lot of these were just trolls. I have had trolls in many places since getting online around 1999. Some of them were incredibly clever and talented in their posts especially on Findlaw but not so much on Talk of the Villages. I often found these posters extremely juvenile and rather dull with their posting.

[PugMom]

Michael61 - Sorry to see you go and let the foolish bullies get the better of you! Your posts were what many appreciated here as evidenced by their responses to you. TOTV can always use posters like yourself. Don’t leave for any length of time other than a brief respit n recharge. You’ll always be welcome here.

i agree. no matter where you go, any chat room or message board, you will find others of opposing ideas. sometimes things get so heated & it becomes an out of control flame war. this place is no different, EXCEPT: i personally find no toxic personnel here. it's kind of nice compared to some chat rooms where every kind of insulting or obscene statements are tolerated. there's really no one here who offends me: snark doesn't bother me 'cuz i can be a smarta$$ myself @ times. but to say you are done here only cheats yourself of some really good discussions & possible friendships. i love hearing opposing ideas, it makes good conversation. so go ahead & take a break for a few then come back --gone forever is not necessary. hope you take it to heart :beer3:

[CoachKandSportsguy]

Dude......somehow that by itself is funny. I could care less about the word.......EXACT. that could be removed from my post for all I care. I wrote to point out the reasons that TV Land is SUPER INCREDIBLY DIFFERENT from and NOT a duplication of the real world. It is OBVIOUS that there are MANY differences. I merely pointed those differences out.

Sorry, i forgot, you just hop on threads and post whatever pops out through your fingers, non sequiturs or not. .

[Two Bills]

Dude......somehow that by itself is funny. I could care less about the word.......EXACT.

How much less could you care, 50%, 91%, 10%......?