[Ajack]

Originally Posted by K9-Lovers

I just finished reading ricthemic's old thread about magnetic effects on the brain. Very informative and I'm sure those posters who made such cute jokes afterwards took the idea seriously, even as they were making funny comments. While those people found something funny about the subject, it doesn't mean that they thought less of ricthemic or of the subject -- they were just having fun. They didn't attack ricthemic or the idea. I thought the thread was very funny, too, but after reading it, no longer will keep my magnetic marker in my hat! Maybe ricthemic should have joined in the fun instead of taking it so personally?

Sometimes serious subjects need a little humor to hold people's interest.

Agree. Just a little fun at nobody's expense.

[LuvItHere]

Originally Posted by AnonChick

There's perverts here too? I guess I'd better get on the treadmill so my flab and sagging boobs don't smack the peeper in the face and cause him to keel over and break a hip then.

Hopefully I'll be in tip top shape by next year when I come down again so any voyeuristic geezer wanting to actually look in my direction will have something good to look at

Anna ONE anna TWO anna THREE knees up up up! Tighten those abba-dabbas ladies! WE GOT COMPANY COMIN!

I love it!!!!

Now isn't THIS more interesting than "everyone and everything is PERFECT" in TV????

[Pturner]

Originally Posted by LuvItHere

I love it!!!!

Now isn't THIS more interesting than "everyone and everything is PERFECT" in TV????

Um... the cool refreshing drink is great too.

It's a beautiful day in The Villages.

[Ajack]

Came down here on the 16th of this month, drank the Kool aid and bought a CYV 3 days later. Keep the cold ones coming!!!

[Indydealmaker]

Originally Posted by ricthemic

I too was a member of this board for two years as well as a TV resident and I absolutely very rarely look at this board and or consider offering anything. I agree with your post completely i.e. check out my last post.

Magnetic Ball Markers on your hat

I also remember another frequent and new resident poster who started a thread regarding his opinion of a neighborhood golf cart speed trap. He really got ripped. I don't believe he ever posted anything again.

ciao

Forum Anonymity, like liquor, erases inhibitions, erodes good judgement and, all too often, blurs civility. Thank God for the occasional interventionist.

[thistrucksforyou]

Originally Posted by beartrack

perception is one thing and factual is another, how do you decide between the two. For example, a person may be a retired cpa and is answering a question about tax's. Perception or factual? A retired doctor gives you some advice on a simple medical issue, perception or factual? In my own case, i have spent my entire adult life in the bar & restaurant business but, when i answer a question pertaining to that business, i get bombarded with perception from folks that have never been in the business. Consequently, i do not ever respond to restaurant threads (anymore). I will give you just one example, then you decide. Someone on this thread said "i never read any complaints about toojays" i personally go to toojays all the time but, i will never order my personal favorite, pastrami on rye. In new york where i was born. Toojays would last about a week before going out of business. Why you ask? Sandwiches in ny are piled high wth your chosen meat sliced thin and i mean piled on. In toojays, they slice the meat then roll it up so that it gives the appearance of being piled high. The front of the sandwich looks good but, the back is empty. Boo, bad sandwich. Everything else that i have eaten at toojays is good and service is good. I expect to be attacked by all of the toojay fans out there but, please remember, i go there all the time. My point being, are my comments, perception or fact? I am prepared to duck!!!!!!

very well said !

[jebartle]

Originally Posted by eweissenbach

It seems to me that internet chat boards in general bring out the combativeness in people. Often people say things in response to a post that they would never say face to face. Just check out the politics board if you want to see the extreme example of contenscious debate. If I disagree with someone I try to always frame my response in a way that shows respect for their viewpoint, but asking them to consider a different view. Unfortunately a fair number of people respond by putting down the other person and their viewpoint, which does not further understanding and creates enemies. This seems to be the way of our political discourse in this country, making compromise impossible as both sides insult, mock, and even slander the other as a matter of course. It is not only distasteful, but ultimately very harmful. JMHO. Ed

I couold not agree with you MORE!!!!

[jebartle]

Originally Posted by KayakerNC

I keep this pin on my shirt....saves time.

I'd like to borrow that one....You are a hoot!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by jebartle

I'd like to borrow that one....You are a hoot!

Nice, funny and well spoken, that Kayaker!

[downeaster]

Originally Posted by eweissenbach

It seems to me that internet chat boards in general bring out the combativeness in people. Often people say things in response to a post that they would never say face to face. Just check out the politics board if you want to see the extreme example of contenscious debate. If I disagree with someone I try to always frame my response in a way that shows respect for their viewpoint, but asking them to consider a different view. Unfortunately a fair number of people respond by putting down the other person and their viewpoint, which does not further understanding and creates enemies. This seems to be the way of our political discourse in this country, making compromise impossible as both sides insult, mock, and even slander the other as a matter of course. It is not only distasteful, but ultimately very harmful. JMHO. Ed

I couldn't agree more, Ed.

[tpop1]

Originally Posted by tpop1

I have been a member of this board for 2 years now and have gained valuable insights on many subjects; insights based on input from you, the contributors. I’ve experienced great restaurants, golf cart service, plumbers, etc. by taking your recommendations.

Recently I have been feeling that contributors’ inputs are increasingly being minimized based on other poster s’ “world views.”

I highly doubt that a person would put information on this board about treatment in a restaurant, or how they feel about the church they attend, just for sport.

A person’s perceptions are very real to them despite what anyone else feels about their experiences at a location.

In fact I have seen the opinions of three posters, with essentially the same experience at one of the local restaurants, be marginalized by several posters because they did not experience it themselves and because they like the establishment.

I find it funny that some establishments (does Too Jays come to mind?) rarely get bad reviews here. Must be something to it?

I will continue to take your views into consideration when dining, purchasing, praying; any time I spend my time or money. You have yet to lead me wrong.
_

I posted this 1 1/2 years ago and find myself coming back to this board less than ever because of posts with attitudes, such as expressed here originally.

[graciegirl]

.. I always agree with tpop.

[mgjim]

Being a Minnesota Twins' fan, it's really hard for me to agree with a Yankee...but I'll make an exception in this case.

[swimdawg]

Originally Posted by SALYBOW

As a hospital chaplain I have come to realize that when people express their feelings, they are just that...feelings. Feelings are neither good or bad... they just are. When I hear someone express a negative view I realize it is their perception of a person, place, or situation. I can choose whether or not to make it mine, but would never do so without trying t out myself.
When I look at things this way I realize that a person should not be judged on a one time experience or comment. I would rather try to discover a trend in their thought. I have probably been guilty of being somewhat negative when I have been going through some rough times. When my 38 yo SIL was diagnosed with bladder cancer I really felt down. Those two kids don't need this kind of thing. Luckily, I have been able to place that situation at My Lord's feet. He is far better equipped to handle the situation than I am. I hope that if I expressed that sadness here, I will be forgiven, or at least forgotten. LOL
What I am trying to say, and possibly badly, it that we need to respect everyone's opinion even when we disagree with it. This freedom of self expression has been won for us by many hero's lives.

I was not a member of TOTV when this post was written. It was beautifully written.

I have gone thru and read every single post on this thread. The bottom line is that the posters on this forum really haven't changed that much. The positive, uplifting posters with a sense of humor are still the same. The negative posters are still the same. And Bill is still eating popcorn. There are posters I wasn't familiar with....and now there are some new interesting posters.

I am curious as to WHY this thread was resurrected?

I digress. SalyBow....I treasure what you wrote. RESPECT is so very important. You win the SWIMDAWG Post of the Day Award. It's a little late in coming. Congratulations!

[2BNTV]

Originally Posted by tpop1

I have been a member of this board for 2 years now and have gained valuable insights on many subjects; insights based on input from you, the contributors. I’ve experienced great restaurants, golf cart service, plumbers, etc. by taking your recommendations.

Recently I have been feeling that contributors’ inputs are increasingly being minimized based on other poster s’ “world views.”

I highly doubt that a person would put information on this board about treatment in a restaurant, or how they feel about the church they attend, just for sport.

A person’s perceptions are very real to them despite what anyone else feels about their experiences at a location.

In fact I have seen the opinions of three posters, with essentially the same experience at one of the local restaurants, be marginalized by several posters because they did not experience it themselves and because they like the establishment.

I find it funny that some establishments (does Too Jays come to mind?) rarely get bad reviews here. Must be something to it?

I will continue to take your views into consideration when dining, purchasing, praying; any time I spend my time or money. You have yet to lead me wrong.
_

Originally Posted by SALYBOW

As a hospital chaplain I have come to realize that when people express their feelings, they are just that...feelings. Feelings are neither good or bad... they just are. When I hear someone express a negative view I realize it is their perception of a person, place, or situation. I can choose whether or not to make it mine, but would never do so without trying t out myself.
When I look at things this way I realize that a person should not be judged on a one time experience or comment. I would rather try to discover a trend in their thought. I have probably been guilty of being somewhat negative when I have been going through some rough times. When my 38 yo SIL was diagnosed with bladder cancer I really felt down. Those two kids don't need this kind of thing. Luckily, I have been able to place that situation at My Lord's feet. He is far better equipped to handle the situation than I am. I hope that if I expressed that sadness here, I will be forgiven, or at least forgotten. LOL
What I am trying to say, and possibly badly, it that we need to respect everyone's opinion even when we disagree with it. This freedom of self expression has been won for us by many hero's lives.

Originally Posted by eweissenbach

It seems to me that internet chat boards in general bring out the combativeness in people. Often people say things in response to a post that they would never say face to face. Just check out the politics board if you want to see the extreme example of contenscious debate. If I disagree with someone I try to always frame my response in a way that shows respect for their viewpoint, but asking them to consider a different view. Unfortunately a fair number of people respond by putting down the other person and their viewpoint, which does not further understanding and creates enemies. This seems to be the way of our political discourse in this country, making compromise impossible as both sides insult, mock, and even slander the other as a matter of course. It is not only distasteful, but ultimately very harmful. JMHO. Ed

We should all try to "agree to disagree respectfully".

Somethings are lost when we communicate in this forum as I always try to fully express my thoughts before hitting the submit button. We all have bad days. Putting ourselves in others shoes would help to help understand their position on things/events, etc.