Members Rhale Posted February 10, 2020 Members Report Posted February 10, 2020 Jreeser, I have to agree with you!
Contributing Member JLSleather Posted February 10, 2020 Author Contributing Member Report Posted February 10, 2020 Well SHOOOOOOT! Did you folk know that there's an "ignore user" link on just about everybody on here? I seen it a jillion times, never paid it no mind. But I jsut tried it - works good. Cut out what ya don't wanna see/read. Click a button, and ya don't see what ya dont wanna see. Serious - no kiddin... "Observation is 9/10 of the law." IF what you do is something that ANYBODY can do, then don't be surprised when ANYBODY does.
Members Rhale Posted February 10, 2020 Members Report Posted February 10, 2020 Perfect example of what people are talking about, more ranting and raving about nothing! I am sure JLS is a very talented guy, makes fantastic holsters and probably other items that I haven’t seen but really why all the attitude, ranting and raving about things! Most people don’t care about your or anyone else’s problems, you might try Dear Abby!
Members blue62 Posted February 11, 2020 Members Report Posted February 11, 2020 On 2/9/2020 at 2:25 PM, terrymac said: There have been too many knowledgeable people quit participating due to the negativity that can show its head. Maybe, but a number of those people have moved onto dispensing their knowledge in a paid platform, such as live classes, website based classes and programs. Just a thought.
Members wayner Posted February 11, 2020 Members Report Posted February 11, 2020 This thread cracks me up you have people complaining about someone complaining about vendors, or other things . You have members using profanity in there posts . But hey as long as your part of the click who cares right? I thought we were all adults here !
Members wayner Posted February 11, 2020 Members Report Posted February 11, 2020 Can someone please advise me as to where the group Rules are posted for this Forum. I have Searched and not been able to find them. Also how do you become a contributing member? I cant seem to find that ether. Thanks in Advance
Members Tugadude Posted February 11, 2020 Members Report Posted February 11, 2020 (edited) 50 minutes ago, wayner said: Can someone please advise me as to where the group Rules are posted for this Forum. I have Searched and not been able to find them. Also how do you become a contributing member? I cant seem to find that ether. Thanks in Advance There is a sidebar on the right hand side, just scroll down a ways. It says 'Support This Site' and you can choose your amount. You receive some special permissions (functionality) with the contribution as extra incentive. Regarding rules, there is no specific, detailed list of rules on here that I'm aware of. I searched just now and I found that there are rules set up in the 'Marketplace' section of the forum with conditions for those wanting to sell there. There is also the 'Announcements and Administrivia' section where there are some topics that sort of apply. Johanna has a sticky thread there on 'How You Can Help Leatherworker.net'. There is also a FAQ section and again, Johanna lists some goals for the site. I have a suggestion. There is a section of the forum called 'All About Us and Off Topic'. Perhaps that is a good place to hang out if you want to rant. In fact, it is mentioned in the description of the forum. "We all have real lives. Share a birthday message, wish holiday greetings, post links of interest for IRL (in real life) stuff. Rant and rave, any subject. Congratulate a soldier, mourn a loss, share a laugh, a comment, some wisdom. We're more than leatherworkers, we're people with jobs, families, hobbies, happy times, sad times. General discussion of any topic, leather related or not." Personally, I like the fact that there aren't any hard-and-fast, oppressive rules here. We are given the freedom to act as mature adults and for the most part, police ourselves. That is why some posters will chime in and ask others to cool it. When necessary, the moderators do. In general, it is always good to remember that the printed word is often misinterpreted. Using capital letters, as has been pointed out, means nothing to some and to others it is very offensive. Using slang, slurs and other devices to try to be funny or cute doesn't usually go over well either. People should be able to express themselves, but when others are offended and shy away from certain users, topics or just leave, it is a shame. And could be avoided. If you do a search on topics you will see names on here that were very active contributors and no, they didn't all leave for paid gigs. Very few did, I'm sure. The reasons for leaving are many. Loss of interest, change in career, didn't find helpful information anymore, didn't like the content, whatever. I can only speak for myself but there are a couple of issues that set me off. One is taking shots at suppliers. The discussion is usually one-sided. The purchaser is often equally to blame for an issue, or at least contributed to the situation but seldom take ownership of it. And in several instances here, they didn't seek remedy from the supplier at all, just couldn't wait to jump on here and complain. I guess it helps them to vent. Maybe they should go do that in the 'All About Us and Off Topic section?' A section I will never frequent. So that's my suggestion. There is a place on this forum that is designed for folks to "rant and rave" so go for it! Edited February 11, 2020 by Tugadude
CFM chuck123wapati Posted February 11, 2020 CFM Report Posted February 11, 2020 40 minutes ago, Tugadude said: There is a sidebar on the right hand side, just scroll down a ways. It says 'Support This Site' and you can choose your amount. You receive some special permissions (functionality) with the contribution as extra incentive. Regarding rules, there is no specific, detailed list of rules on here that I'm aware of. I searched just now and I found that there are rules set up in the 'Marketplace' section of the forum with conditions for those wanting to sell there. There is also the 'Announcements and Administrivia' section where there are some topics that sort of apply. Johanna has a sticky thread there on 'How You Can Help Leatherworker.net'. There is also a FAQ section and again, Johanna lists some goals for the site. I have a suggestion. There is a section of the forum called 'All About Us and Off Topic'. Perhaps that is a good place to hang out if you want to rant. In fact, it is mentioned in the description of the forum. "We all have real lives. Share a birthday message, wish holiday greetings, post links of interest for IRL (in real life) stuff. Rant and rave, any subject. Congratulate a soldier, mourn a loss, share a laugh, a comment, some wisdom. We're more than leatherworkers, we're people with jobs, families, hobbies, happy times, sad times. General discussion of any topic, leather related or not." Personally, I like the fact that there aren't any hard-and-fast, oppressive rules here. We are given the freedom to act as mature adults and for the most part, police ourselves. That is why some posters will chime in and ask others to cool it. When necessary, the moderators do. In general, it is always good to remember that the printed word is often misinterpreted. Using capital letters, as has been pointed out, means nothing to some and to others it is very offensive. Using slang, slurs and other devices to try to be funny or cute doesn't usually go over well either. People should be able to express themselves, but when others are offended and shy away from certain users, topics or just leave, it is a shame. And could be avoided. If you do a search on topics you will see names on here that were very active contributors and no, they didn't all leave for paid gigs. Very few did, I'm sure. The reasons for leaving are many. Loss of interest, change in career, didn't find helpful information anymore, didn't like the content, whatever. I can only speak for myself but there are a couple of issues that set me off. One is taking shots at suppliers. The discussion is usually one-sided. The purchaser is often equally to blame for an issue, or at least contributed to the situation but seldom take ownership of it. And in several instances here, they didn't seek remedy from the supplier at all, just couldn't wait to jump on here and complain. I guess it helps them to vent. Maybe they should go do that in the 'All About Us and Off Topic section?' A section I will never frequent. So that's my suggestion. There is a place on this forum that is designed for folks to "rant and rave" so go for it! Well said friend ! If a person needs a set of "rules" to act like a decent human being, or respect another person then its not saying much. I understand that a guy can get frustrated but they still need to control themselves and have respect for others, its something the new modern society has been taught not to do, gotta have them gubmint rules cause personal morals, respect or values are not taught in school or by the babysitter. Why the penal system is alive and well in merica! And why I quit face book! Good luck folks don't beat the guy to hard or your no different, we don't know why he is who he is. Some here know the story of throwing the first stone, I sure cant do it! Worked in a prison for 30 years if I aint shiny every time I comment its no big deal, I just don't wave pompoms. “I won’t be wronged, I won’t be insulted, and I won’t be laid a hand on. I don’t do these things to other people, and I require the same from them.” THE DUKE!
Members wayner Posted February 11, 2020 Members Report Posted February 11, 2020 Thanks for the Information Tugadude about becoming a contributing member i knew i saw it somewhere before but couldnt find it.
Members Tugadude Posted February 11, 2020 Members Report Posted February 11, 2020 You are very welcome! Happy to help.
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