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Posted by emme on February 16, 2005, at 22:55:55
Gee, I blink and there's a few more of them. Scary. The boards are multiplying like bunnies. Here's an idea for number 19: a board where profanity is encouraged. Not flaming each other. Just permitting the use of curse words. Maybe a little raunchy humor while we're at it. It would probably save a lot of blocks. :)
Psycho-Babble-Blaspheme
or
Psycho-Babble-Expletive
or
Psycho-Babble-SwearWordsWhaddaya say, folks? Let's start a petition!
Posted by gardenergirl on February 16, 2005, at 23:32:14
In reply to Nineteen of them! Idea for a new one., posted by emme on February 16, 2005, at 22:55:55
But then, that title would mean different things to different folks.
Interesting idea though. Although with the asterisking, it's almost like that now, in that you really can't hide what the word is. I *suppose* maybe it takes some sting out of them if one is sensitive to the words, maybe.
gg
Posted by alexandra_k on February 17, 2005, at 0:43:14
In reply to Psycho-babble Let you Hair Down, Kick off Shoes?, posted by gardenergirl on February 16, 2005, at 23:32:14
It lets people quickly scan the post for the number of asterisks. People can choose to avoid posts with lots of asterisks (or even a single one if they choose) and eventually maybe even posters who have a tendency to use lots of asterisks.
I wonder if anyone actually does that???
Posted by saw on February 17, 2005, at 1:30:54
In reply to Nineteen of them! Idea for a new one., posted by emme on February 16, 2005, at 22:55:55
I actually had to go back and count them!!
Posted by Gabbi-x-2 on February 17, 2005, at 2:16:53
In reply to Re: Nineteen of them! Idea for a new one., posted by saw on February 17, 2005, at 1:30:54
There used to be a board here for parents except it was called "Children's Babble" (I found this treasure in the archives) A poster was looking for it, and was told it had been closed. Another poster, Mr. Bean I think, said "No, it's still here they just renamed it the admin board"
Posted by saw on February 17, 2005, at 4:24:52
In reply to Re: Nineteen of them! Idea for a new one. » saw, posted by Gabbi-x-2 on February 17, 2005, at 2:16:53
Posted by AuntieMel on February 17, 2005, at 10:08:18
In reply to Nineteen of them! Idea for a new one., posted by emme on February 16, 2005, at 22:55:55
I really think 'politics' should be renamed 'current events.' Too many people think it's about political parties, politicians and elections only.
Posted by TamaraJ on February 17, 2005, at 10:17:08
In reply to Speaking of boards DR. BOB PLEASE READ, posted by AuntieMel on February 17, 2005, at 10:08:18
I agree with you. Makes more sense and may increase activity on the board. Some people may avoid that particular board because they don't want to get involved in potentially divisive political discussions. There is more going on in the world than just politics. Good suggestion.
> I really think 'politics' should be renamed 'current events.' Too many people think it's about political parties, politicians and elections only.
Posted by gardenergirl on February 17, 2005, at 15:43:02
In reply to Speaking of boards DR. BOB PLEASE READ, posted by AuntieMel on February 17, 2005, at 10:08:18
I absolutely agree. At the time of the suggestion for this board, politics WERE the most current events. But now there is more going on.
gg
Posted by AuntieMel on February 17, 2005, at 16:11:17
In reply to Re: Speaking of boards DR. BOB PLEASE READ, posted by gardenergirl on February 17, 2005, at 15:43:02
Posted by Toph on February 17, 2005, at 16:42:00
In reply to Nineteen of them! Idea for a new one., posted by emme on February 16, 2005, at 22:55:55
What a great idea, emme. Problem is, I'm afraid all posts would be redirected to Psycho-Babble Psychology because they would be considered cathartic scream therapy.
BTW, why is it called redirect, when the post has never been directed to another board before?
Toph
Posted by gardenergirl on February 17, 2005, at 18:35:33
In reply to and 'current events' sounds much less contentious (nm), posted by AuntieMel on February 17, 2005, at 16:11:17
Posted by Dr. Bob on February 17, 2005, at 23:00:28
In reply to Re: Speaking of boards DR. BOB PLEASE READ » AuntieMel, posted by TamaraJ on February 17, 2005, at 10:17:08
> > I really think 'politics' should be renamed 'current events.'
>
> I agree with you... Some people may avoid that particular board because they don't want to get involved in potentially divisive political discussions. There is more going on in the world than just politics.IMO, one advantage of having it this way is that people who aren't interested in potentially divisive political discussions can avoid them -- and those who *are* interested in them can divise fewer others.
Other current events can always be discussed at Social?
Bob
Posted by alexandra_k on February 18, 2005, at 5:50:09
In reply to Re: 'politics' should be renamed, posted by Dr. Bob on February 17, 2005, at 23:00:28
You might want to add the links to the new boards on your homepage too.
Posted by AuntieMel on February 18, 2005, at 9:07:06
In reply to Re: 'politics' should be renamed, posted by Dr. Bob on February 17, 2005, at 23:00:28
Posted by TamaraJ on February 18, 2005, at 12:49:27
In reply to Re: 'politics' should be renamed, posted by Dr. Bob on February 17, 2005, at 23:00:28
> > > I really think 'politics' should be renamed 'current events.'
> >
> > I agree with you... Some people may avoid that particular board because they don't want to get involved in potentially divisive political discussions. There is more going on in the world than just politics.
>
> IMO, one advantage of having it this way is that people who aren't interested in potentially divisive political discussions can avoid them -- and those who *are* interested in them can divise fewer others.
>
> Other current events can always be discussed at Social?
>
> BobSure I suppose so. I guess I just view the Social board - based on my understanding of the description of it - "general discussion and support, including "just" being social - as being a place where posters can go to discuss things going on their own lives, personal interests, life experiences and issues of a general nature. The human nature, and everything that goes with that, board. That would be the distinction I would see FWIW.
Tamara
Posted by AuntieMel on February 18, 2005, at 15:29:26
In reply to Re: 'politics' should be renamed, posted by Dr. Bob on February 17, 2005, at 23:00:28
> In the teen's case I totally blame the medication for the boy's behavior. Another victory for the self serving drug company. Their drugs do no wrong. Didn't you know it's the people who are fully to blame for adverse reactions? And the dangerous behavior that can result?Sorry about the extra click, but I'd like to redirect follow-ups regarding justice to Psycho-Babble Politics. Here's a link:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/poli/20050122/msgs/459071.html
Thanks,
Bob
Posted by AuntieMel on February 18, 2005, at 15:33:53
In reply to Re: then what about this one » Dr. Bob, posted by AuntieMel on February 18, 2005, at 15:29:26
Posted by Dr. Bob on February 20, 2005, at 0:08:09
In reply to Re: 'politics' should be renamed, posted by Dr. Bob on February 17, 2005, at 23:00:28
> You might want to add the links to the new boards on your homepage too.
>
> alexandra_kThanks for the reminder!
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> is divise a word? I don't understand
>
> AuntieMelSorry, I just made that up. Rephrased:
> IMO, one advantage of having it this way is that people who aren't interested in potentially divisive political discussions can avoid them -- and those who *are* interested in them don't have to worry about the divisiveness affecting those who aren't.
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> > Other current events can always be discussed at Social?
>
> Sure I suppose so. I guess I just view the Social board ... as being a place where posters can go to discuss things going on their own lives, personal interests, life experiences and issues of a general nature. The human nature, and everything that goes with that, board. That would be the distinction I would see FWIW.
>
> TamaraCouldn't personal interests and issues of a general nature include current events?
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> then what about this one
>
> AuntieMel> > In the teen's case I totally blame the medication for the boy's behavior. Another victory for the self serving drug company. Their drugs do no wrong. Didn't you know it's the people who are fully to blame for adverse reactions? And the dangerous behavior that can result?
>
> I'd like to redirect follow-ups regarding justice to Psycho-Babble Politics.I thought whom to blame and what would be just could be considered political issues?
Bob
Posted by AuntieMel on February 23, 2005, at 9:24:19
In reply to Re: 'politics' should be renamed, posted by Dr. Bob on February 20, 2005, at 0:08:09
"I thought whom to blame and what would be just could be considered political issues?"I can see where blame and politics go together, but justice?
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