
Posted: 8/24/2004 8:01:04 PM EST
So far, most replies to any of my posts are asshats with asshat comments. True, there is some very introspective stuff to read here, and nice to see different sides to things I haven't considered. But what's with the constant insulting and attacking? Case in point read the replies to this topic.
Additionally, in response to low posting rate: who cares? Some kind of contest? |
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Could you kindly provide a link to some of the specific replies in question, sir?
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Was this a serious thread that you started? If so, I am sorry if you have been offended. Most of the time it seems that people are just trying to be funny, or have a little smart-ass running through their veins, but overall; people don't try to be mean. This is of course unless you start something. I posted a topic on how every president has his flaws. I wanted to know what people thought Bush could improve upon in his second term. I stated clearly that I was a Bush supporter, but a few people still got their panties in a bundle. Just let it roll off your back. It is only the internet after all.
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Huh, why should I EVEN BOTHER trying to talk to some asshat with only 52 posts. The NERVE!
![]() ![]() All kidding aside, some guys out here live to shit on people's posts.....just for kicks. They have no other outlet for their sad lives and when they aren't pulling the wings off butterflies and kicking puppies, the fire up the computer, fight the urge to visit gey porn, and come out her in a rage to stomp on guys. But in my experience, 95% are good guys. They answer your questions, kick around stories, etc. Furthermore, you have to remember alot of what you'll read are guys just funning. Take it easy! ![]() Hep PS - Get that post count up JAFO!!! <-------A sample of some asshat funning with you. ![]() |
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“Hey, I’ve been in a firefight before! Well, I was in a fire.
Actually, I was fired...from a fry-cook opportunity.” --“Wash” Warren |
thanks for your comments, wifeofgunnut
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You also have to remember that humor based on tone of voice never translates well through a text-based medium. A lot of people forget that when they make comments on here. Just take everything that's said as a joke unless proven otherwise. |
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No civility, only Pie.
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--=== Justin "RealFastV6" ===--
N|?4 P1st0L 1n57Ruc0|? oMFG!!11 |
Very true. So that's why you have to use the tags. Example. "Thanks alot asshole" ![]() ![]() |
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“Hey, I’ve been in a firefight before! Well, I was in a fire.
Actually, I was fired...from a fry-cook opportunity.” --“Wash” Warren |
Hey, what about me? ![]() |
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“Hey, I’ve been in a firefight before! Well, I was in a fire.
Actually, I was fired...from a fry-cook opportunity.” --“Wash” Warren |
Oh brother...here we go again. ![]() |
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“Hey, I’ve been in a firefight before! Well, I was in a fire.
Actually, I was fired...from a fry-cook opportunity.” --“Wash” Warren |
thanks to you too, hepcat |
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Thank you sir! ![]() Just look around....you'll see that the majority are good eggs..........just a little scrambled. Adios. |
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“Hey, I’ve been in a firefight before! Well, I was in a fire.
Actually, I was fired...from a fry-cook opportunity.” --“Wash” Warren |
You have to understand that there are a lot of people who simply feel special to have high post counts. So, accordingly, they spend most of their time responding with "asshat" type comments. These people are called trolls, and should be treated as such. Just ignore them!
Otherwise, most of the info you find here is helpful and insightful, if you can get past the normal BS. |
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Voice inflection and facial expressions are lost on the internet. It's important to note a poster may not mean his/her post in the way it may appear. Often we question the meaning and find there was nothing harsh or offensive intended. A simple quote with a "what did you mean by that?" will often bring a different response than the first reading gave. I've never understood the worship of high post counts. I am frankly embarrassed by mine. The only possible credit to them is credibility gained as one becomes known via posting. Everyone has felt, or feels, slighted, unloved, disrespected and put down on occasion--it's normal here. Don't sweat it. I'll tell you one way to become known and accepted, but it takes time and a bit of effort. Everyone LOVES to be complimented, and thinks their every post is a gem to be treasured and admired. With this in mind, an occasional quote of someone's post with a simple affirmation or compliment fosters good will. "Nicely put" or "GREAT post!" or "Wow, I hadn't thought of that" will make them feel good--if done sincerely and not to excess, so as to seem patronizing. Another nice gesture is to send IM's to members you don't know, offering encouragement or a compliment. I often put a quote of their post in the subject line and then speak my piece in the body of the IM. Sometimes it's things other than compliments--words of encouragement, empathy, sympathy, condolences, etc. all are good to foster closeness and true friendship. The internet is viewed as "just the internet, and not real" by many, but I don't embrace that notion. To me, it's just another facet of real life, and I always say here exactly what I would say to your face. No "keyboard commando" crap for me--I mean every word. Keep your chin up, attend shoots if you can, and get to know your fellow members. Every single one of us had a low post count at one time. Hang in there and participate. Perhaps, if you see fit, become a Team member and join the Team world in the special forum for it. AR15.com is becoming it's own little "family" and community of like-minded, close-knit Americans. We look out for our own, and help each other often. It's a great thing!
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The laws of Physics are much more ruthlessly enforced than the laws of the land.
. . . the "twins" fall out occasionally. --narilka Damn, you! I laughed so hard I peed and had to change my underwear. --LauraCroft |
No problem. It is not always easy being a newbie. See my low post count ![]() |
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My favorite smartass reply:
"Waaah! I got sand in my vagina!" Lighten up, Francis. Just kidding, dude! ![]() . . . . . . . or am I? ![]() |
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“How did it happen that a republic born of a rebellion against a king and parliament we did not elect has fallen under a tyranny of judges we did not elect?" -Pat Buchanan |
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"The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants. It is its natural manure." --Tom Jefferson |
You have been here two years and sound like you would want us to believe that you are a newbee!
Surely even if you have only posted 52 times in as many years,you must have at least read enough posts to know how it works here! Some here might think this is a troll account! Just a thought!!! Bob ![]() |
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Never forget Sarg Troy Jenkins a real Hero,and CPL Dunham they live side by side! Hell is full but Heaven hath no boundries!
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Don't let the door hit you on your way out
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"Keep your friends close, keep your enemies closer".
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if you wanted serious replies, you should have posted over at www.full-auto.com
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"No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation"
- General Douglas MacArthur |
what the dilly
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2880 posts and I'm still trying to figure this place out
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"But it worked in the movie!"
"Well it ain't workin now!" "You mean the movie lied...?" |
Well, you are sure to get plenty of asshat-free comments by starting a thread complaining about us.
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"The best argument against democracy is a five-minute conversation with a voter."
-Winston Churchill |
We give most people from Texas the same treatment.
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VOTE GWB '04
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Hell, you think you've got problems with the people on this board? Move to CA and then try posting.
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