Good-bye

[gillygirl]

Originally Posted by GTO

Its like I said before, "she took her ball and went home" She didn't agree with everyone here, some people get mean spirited, some nasty, etc. But thats what a forum is. A chance for people to voice "their" opinions.

But people aren't supposed to get mean-spirited or nasty in THIS forum. They agree to that when join as opposed to being a guest. And by being nasty, those people made Chaselady feel like she couldn't voice "her" opinions.

[GTO]

Originally Posted by gillygirl

But people aren't supposed to get mean-spirited or nasty in THIS forum. They agree to that when join as opposed to being a guest. And by being nasty, those people made Chaselady feel like she couldn't voice "her" opinions.

true but, people aren't supposed to jump off the black cat bridge, but they do. that doesn't mean I won't drive over or under it. I don't agree with being mean spirited here but its going to happen. There are some controversial subjects in any forum and some have a very defensive stance on their opinion, sure there is a better way to make a point sometimes. I enjoy reading all views on a subject and if someone wants to disagree with my opinion, I'm not going to leave (and announce that I am leaving)

[webmaster]

It's amazing when people want to abandon this forum entirely because of one little thing they don't like. In this case because I wasn't quite fast enough removing a political thread that was posted last night. I get accused of bias when I just fell asleep early:

I don't understand you allowing political opinions on the forum. You must agree with the posted anti-Shaheen post. Please permanently remove me as a member.

Islander2

Of course others will criticize when I remove something:

I know the webmaster won't have enough balls to let anyone see this. You are more of a DICTATOR then anything else. You should take your head out of your ass and look around once in a while.

topwater

You should see my email.

[tis]

I can only imagine what you must got through, and I don't envy you!!! Thank you for all you do. You can't always please everybody.

I can't imagine why people get so upset either. If they don't like a thread, why can't they ignore it? Now personal attacks are another matter---

[MAXUM]

I suppose I'll chime in even though I swore I wouldn't comment on this tread. Like it or not here's my two cents.

1: This is a FOURUM which by definition means the following: a place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged. How the heck can ideas or issues be exchanged when there are those who are so easily "offended" either by someone who shares an idea they don't agree with or discusses subject matter they don't like results in the request to squash said conversation? I'm sorry but in all honesty, grow a pair. I have more respect for somebody who I disagree with but has the fortitude to say what they think, throw it out there and stand behind it versus attempts to filter/control the conversation from a particular point of view.

2: Don - you have a tough job here and I have been a long time member here and since the early days I think you have been fair in moderating this forum and keeping it as even keeled as possible. For those comments you posted, not surprised in the least but at the same time if some members feel that way good riddance to them, let them go throw their little temper tantrums and bring that childish language elsewhere. I personally want to once again thank you for providing a forum for those of us to enjoy.

3: While some may disagree, the discussion of political matters and even specific candidates I think is fair game on this forum within reason. I don't support all out endorsements of any candidate even though I myself have my own point of view on certain matters. However pointing out various political views of such candidates and what they have supported does have a direct impact on the area, the lake and those with a vested interest around the lake such as property owners. As with past discussions over certain pieces of legislation dare I mention the speed limit debate, it is relevant to the lake in that these pieces of legislation don't just magically appear, they are authored and submitted by our elected officials. Therefore discussions about candidates up for election should be had provided that the conversation remain civil. We all have our points of view and regardless of political ideology, allowing these to play out isn't a bad thing. In fact I typically find these conversations engaging so long as they remain substantive.

4: I agree there is absolutely no excuse for any kind of personal attacks or insults and any screening of and removal of such posts is warranted.

Finally, oh the drama! For the weak minded, or those that are easily offended, maybe an open forum like this is not the place for you. For the rest of us that regularly participate and exchange our thoughts and opinions, hats off to you all I enjoy the conversation. Keep it up - it keeps this forum not only interesting but at times educational.

Speaking of voicing your opinion, today is election day, get out and vote!

Cheers to you all!

[wifi]

for possibly bringing to head a truthful statement and plunging this thread into a political abyss. The polls are closed, so this post means nothing, I can only hope that people remember the promises of those running for an office and the result of that promise. Its too late now to make a change.

[GTO]

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I know the webmaster won't have enough balls to let anyone see this. You are more of a DICTATOR then anything else. You should take your head out of your ass and look around once in a while.

topwater


Well I hope Don doesn't take his ball(s) and go home

[VitaBene]

Originally Posted by webmaster

when I just fell asleep early:

No sleep for you! (channelling the Soup Nazi (speaking of dictators))

Thanks for all you do, Don!

[eillac@dow]

Wow...Islander2 and Topwater....probably won't miss anything you have to offer.

Webmaster...shame people have to be so mean.....we are better off with out them.

Thanks for a great site.

[LIforrelaxin]

Originally Posted by webmaster

It's amazing when people want to abandon this forum entirely because of one little thing they don't like. In this case because I wasn't quite fast enough removing a political thread that was posted last night. I get accused of bias when I just fell asleep early:



Of course others will criticize when I remove something:



You should see my email.

Don,

You do more then most anyone else would at trying to keep this forum civil. Thank-you for that.

To All,

I am a little surprised at this thread. For someone to look and see if another member is still logging on... that is a bit to much.

Chaselady had here reasons for making this post, and having gone silent. And I for one support her in that right. I myself have taken breaks from this forum. For a variety of reasons. At times because I felt I have been in the wrong, at times because I felt I was being attacked, and well at times, because Don did something that I felt was to "controlling".... but each time I step away I reflect, and see the other side of the coin.... sometimes it takes a week for me to come back, sometime a couple of months. But I always come back....

Because, this "family" of core members is an awesome group of people. If we all got along and saw things exactly the same, it would be a boring forum.

We all just need to remember there are human beings looking at our responses. As human beings we all have feelings and sometime they get hurt....

[SIKSUKR]

Originally Posted by LIforrelaxin

Don,

To All,

I am a little surprised at this thread. For someone to look and see if another member is still logging on... that is a bit to much.

I think what people have a problem with is starting a thread to announce your leaving.Most would just bow out.

[LIforrelaxin]

Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

I think what people have a problem with is starting a thread to announce your leaving.Most would just bow out.

Yes I would agree that most would simply just exit stage left. But some people aren't like that. In being polite they say good bye. And there should be nothing wrong with that.....

Just like there should be nothing wrong with still coming on this site and reading threads... instead of coming on and being an active participant....

[Katy D]

We have a forum in my town. I no longer visit that site because it is never about the town anymore, it is the opinions of people who are homophobes and right wing replublicans. I can understand if you were leaving that forum. As a visitor to the lakes region I really enjoy this forum. I find it very informative.

[Pineedles]

Originally Posted by Katy D

people who are homophobes and right wing replublicans

Was that really necessary Katy D? You could have just said that you enjoy this forum.

[SIKSUKR]

Originally Posted by Katy D

it is the opinions of people who are homophobes and right wing replublicans. I can understand if you were leaving that forum. .

Wow.I'm a right wing Republican and there are many more on this forum.So I guess I could understand if you leave this forum.

[MGWillia]

Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

Wow.I'm a right wing Republican and there are many more on this forum.So I guess I could understand if you leave this forum.

Good thing the Web Master didn't make us register by party... If you need me, I'll be over -----------------------------------------> here.

[Katy D]

I was only comparing my town's forum to this one. First of all that site is anti-democratic. I mostly vote democratic but have voted republican in the past depending on the candidates. They basically call all democrats an idiot. There is also anti gay rhetoric regarding schools and how the gays are poisoning our school chidren. This seems to be a theme that is brought up every couple of months. My point is this is a good forum where you can voice your opinion, not so much the other site.

[SIKSUKR]

It really is a very good forum thanks to the hard work of our webmaster keeping it civil.People disagree and although I sometimes don't like the road they go down I certainly believe all opinions should be heard.

[MGWillia]

Originally Posted by SIKSUKR

It really is a very good forum thanks to the hard work of our webmaster keeping it civil.People disagree and although I sometimes don't like the road they go down I certainly believe all opinions should be heard.

Agreed! The cornerstone of the American way. All should be free to engage in discussion with civility

[jack1706]

....goodbye.....

[SteveA]

I thought I was the only commie, pinko, lefty still here.. LOL Comrads. Unite!!

Seriously, I completely enjoy "discussing" politics with folks on the Right. However, I also respect the fact that Don doesn't want this forum to turn into FOX News vs. MSNBC.

I'm pretty well aware of who is on the Left and who is on the Right. I'm not going to change their minds here in an open forum, and I'm firm enough in my beliefs that they won't find me to be a likely recruit for the Tea Party.

Instead, I'm more interested in their views about Lake Winni, which will still warm up in the summer and freeze in the winter.. well maybe Global Warming will wreck that freezing part, (sorry couldn't resist), regardless of who is in control in Washington DC.

Everyone needs to relax.. have respect for EVERYONES freedom of speech without feeling their opinion is something you need to change. It's just a movie.. Chill out and enjoy the ride..

JMHO

[gillygirl]

Originally Posted by SteveA

I thought I was the only commie, pinko, lefty still here.. LOL Comrads. Unite!!

Confirmed democratic socialist here, so you're not alone, SteveA. Usually choose not to get into the political BS.

[pjard]

What the hell has happened to this thread??? After reading all this, Chaselady probably threw her entire computer away!

[GTO]

Originally Posted by pjard

What the hell has happened to this thread??? After reading all this, Chaselady probably threw her entire computer away!

She would of told us she was going to do that first

[SteveA]

Originally Posted by pjard

What the hell has happened to this thread??? After reading all this, Chaselady probably threw her entire computer away!

LOL.. that is VERY funny