Archive through April 15, 2001

The ClubHouse: Archive: Can you fall in love on the net?: Archive through April 15, 2001

Lafatme

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 12:09 am Click here to edit this post
your opinion isn't worth the space it takes up

Lalavoom

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 02:31 pm Click here to edit this post
LOL

Lancecrossfire

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 03:01 pm Click here to edit this post
Ok, I was tossed that referee's shirt. Morals are not something we are going to change anyone's mind on.

I can't figure out why you are trying.

While the survivor threads are much the same way (wait, actually people have changed their minds), it is for the most part, all in fun.

This is not.

On a separate note, when you ask someone what they think or what their opinion is, be ready for some to respond.

Considering the topic, maybe it's best battled over email?? (geez, why didn't I think of that for all those damn Bush/Gore threads!?) LOL

Karuuna

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 03:04 pm Click here to edit this post
Referee Lance - yo, you in the black and white shirt! Blow your whistle! I just love it when you blow that whistle!

Lancecrossfire

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 03:10 pm Click here to edit this post
I'm still bummed out I didn't think of the email idea when all 8 of those bush/gore threads were out.

1 would have worked great. It just goes to prove that in even talking about politics, it just spreads a layer of...well...something all over the place.

Moondance

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 03:20 pm Click here to edit this post
I disagree Lance... what you are saying is that if there is a subject you(Lance) don't care to debeat then push it to e-mail... then what the heck to we have discussion boards for... if Lala, Kearie, Lafatme want to discuss this or for that matter the political threads (even though it doesn't sound as if they are going to talk each other into feeling like the other) then they have the right just as we have the right to discuss at will what is on our mind... you are talking censorship now... there is a difference between that and being a referee...JMO... we also have the right to read or not read:)

Digilady

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 03:26 pm Click here to edit this post
Methink Lance meant that the discussion had degenerated to slamming. If folks want to really rip into each other, TVCH really isn't the proper venue.

Taking it to email at that point is often a better idea.

Noslonna

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 03:32 pm Click here to edit this post
I agree with Lance and Digi.. I hope we don't want different opinions to turn to personal flame wars.

Kinda like Lance tossing his shirt off though. Reminds me of the lanceynopantsy days. Woo Hoo Lance.

Lancecrossfire

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 04:12 pm Click here to edit this post
The email thing was an attempt to lighten things up--notice the "LOL".

As I stated above when I first make reference to the referee shirt, I was trying to lighten the mood. I didn't realize I needed to re-state that again. I can do that each time though--I have no problem with that.

There was a little seriousness to the idea that some topics don't work as well as others do for discussion. That is a fact. That was just a very minor part though---the real intent was to lighten it up again.

I have no problem saying it didn't work. I can handle that. I'm fortunate to have folks on the board that make sure that's pointed out to me each and every time.

The above post doesn't ask a question by the way, it tells me what I'm saying.

<I disagree Lance... what you are saying is that if there is a subject you(Lance) don't care to debeat then push it to e-mail... >

the next portion after the 3 dots (which are part of the quote ask a question though)

And yes, I saw the smiley face after the statement we have <the right to read or not read>. I agree completely.

In my opinion, it was approaching slamming, flaming--basically getting close to attacking the person and not the issue. I was trying to state that opinion in a round about way--trying to lighten the mood approach. Again, it didn't work--I admit it. (ok, it worked a little as a couple people got my meaning)

My opinion is just one of many. It doesn't count any more than anyone else's...it also doesn't count any less.

If anyone has a different opinion on that very last opinion of mine, I'd be happy to discuss that off line from this board. The greatest chance of those disagreeing with that probably already have my email address. (there about 40 people that do have it already)

Moondance

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 04:27 pm Click here to edit this post
I guess I didn't see it as a mood lightener... I saw it as an opinion. I was also confused that the polictical threads were brought into it when that is not what was being discussed... like opening up a can of worms IMO ... even though politics wasn't the most popular subject debated on this board... I thought we did it with facts and intellegance... sure it is a heated subject so what else is expected but I chose to read and reply what I wanted to... I would rather settle issues that I bring up for discussion on the board where I bring it up not having someone to tell me to take it to an e-mail... Just my personal preference:) Again, I could be reading this wrong but this is what I got from the posts above.

Moondance

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 04:28 pm Click here to edit this post
BTW... Thanks Lance for responding:)

Kearie

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 04:43 pm Click here to edit this post
I certainly agree that some of the posts in this threat degraded to flaming and slamming individuals. It bothers me when it occurs. What's up with the name calling and berating each other. Disagreeing with an opinion is one thing, disagreeing with a behavior is fine also...but personally attacking others is simple childish and uncalled for in any event.

Glad you you got your shirt on Lance, you look awesome in those colors. The email thing, joke or otherwise wouldn't work for a few reasons...

1 It's just no fun to belittle another if you don't have an audiance.

2 After the first flame mail, who would read the second?

3 The flamer is most likely looking for attention, amusement and a reaction. Why encourage them by flaming back?

I think I better ask someone about that #3. :)

Lancecrossfire

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 04:43 pm Click here to edit this post
My request for dealing with not feling my opinion counts as much as anyone once else's was meant for you or Merlin, Digi or Soeur, or anyone who might not agree with it. (I threw those names out because I remember them) In other words, anyone.

I would choose not discuss that issue on this board.

Moondance

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 04:49 pm Click here to edit this post
What issue? If you are talking about the polictical stuff, fine (Iunderstand) but you were the one that brought it up...

Lancecrossfire

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 04:54 pm Click here to edit this post
The issue in my last sentence of my 4:12 post:

"My opinion is just one of many. It doesn't count any more than anyone else's...it also doesn't count any less.

If anyone has a different opinion on that very last opinion of mine, I'd be happy to discuss that off line from this board. The greatest chance of those disagreeing with that probably already have my email address. (there about 40 people that do have it already)"

Moondance

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 04:58 pm Click here to edit this post
I am glad you understand you because I am lost... Have a great day!

Kearie

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 05:03 pm Click here to edit this post
Huh? Lance

Digilady

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 05:05 pm Click here to edit this post
I take issue with the opinions about the issue opinions.

erm, who's on 1st?

<snark>

Mishamisha

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 05:11 pm Click here to edit this post
I disagree, Digi. Wildly inaccurate rumors and innuendo.

Is this where we get into the tub of Jell-o & wrestle?

(I see why Max uses that clipart so much, just hope she doesn't bean me for borrowing it today!)

Moondance

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 05:13 pm Click here to edit this post
Hmmm Jell-o wrestling... that I understand!

Mishamisha

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 05:16 pm Click here to edit this post
Oops, sorry Digi. Hubby says time to go to dinner. Well, maybe another time.

(Bad Moonie, I know you wanted to watch!)

Lalavoom

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 07:35 pm Click here to edit this post
LOL Moondance
(referring to the comment "I am glad you understand you because I am lost... Have a great day!")

Twiggyish

Saturday, April 14, 2001 - 07:45 pm Click here to edit this post
Oh well I love a good political debate. With the national election, it was only natural for us to discuss the issues..
Now I know that isn't your point Lance..as the political thing was just an example.

As to emailing you Lance, you brouhgt it up here. By the way, I don't always agree with you, but I always respect your wisdom. You do seem to have a way to look at all angles.

Lalavoom

Sunday, April 15, 2001 - 01:11 am Click here to edit this post
You are absolutely right Lance, Digi, Nos and Kearie. This was degenerating into slamming and I apologize for my part.

Initially, I made a general statement of opinion. That opinion was taken personally and things just went downhill from there.

I wanted to stop the madness. That is why I chose not to take Laf's last comment as an insult and laughed at him and gave him a big KISS instead. Sorry Laf. Sorry Kearie. Cheers to you!

Alrighty then.

Back to the topic.

Can You Fall In Love On The Net?

Yup

Weeeeeeeeell, you can at least fall into interest on the net................... and want to go to Cuba

That might just be a Canadian thang though

Lalavoom

Sunday, April 15, 2001 - 02:38 am Click here to edit this post
Or Canadian Thong...