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Ozarkgal

Ozarkgal

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I was just perusing the Introduction threads and noticed that the majority of people that sign in for membership and introduce themselves on the forum don't stick.

It started me wondering what makes some people stay and join in and others throw in the towel after a few posts. I have noticed that generally, we are a rather forward thinking, sometimes silly bunch and I don't think most are offended by a sometimes wry, or off color sense of humor or joke.

Also, it seems that most topics are not off limits and we seem to do well with that, even though we don't always agree, no one resorts to derogatory remarks and name calling. I think this is remarkable from what I've seen go on in some other forums.

Do ya think we're too far out there socially for most peoples tastes?

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Ah, who knows? I've had it with people today, so you probably don't want my opinion.

If they want to stick around, fine. If not, don't waste our time. Go ask your questions on Yahoo where some 12-year-old will answer them.

Sorry if we exhibit a few signs of life. :mad:
 
Yes, but maybe they just needed help with a specific problem i.e, health, finance or a retirement issue.
It's nice if people stick around and become active participants, but if they sought help and subsequently found the help they needed then the forum has done its job. And that I think is the main thing.
 
I guess this happens on all forums?

All we can do is continue with our welcome messages and hope some will decide to stay and join in.

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A couple of things come to mind. A few seemed to be of the more religious mindset, and didn't feel comfortable here; and some, like myself, may have been looking for a closed or private forum where they could discuss personal things.

I belonged to a private forum where members were invited by others, so were likely to be people who thought alike. Though we did have different views on politics, there were no arguments or personal attacks; everyone kept the peace quite well. That forum closed, and the others I've seen tend to form a clique of longtime members.
 
I don't think it's just this forum, I think a lot of people register on forums on a day when they're reading and enjoying the posts. But, many of them are already on places like facebook, twitter or other social groups. They may find that they don't have time to talk on all of them.

We're real life baby boomers here, it makes for a very interesting discussion forum, in my opinion. How boring it would be if we all agreed on everything, and had no personal opinions about things. Also, we always maintain a very respectful and considerate tone in our conversations, if there were spiteful trolls here, or name calling, I'd be out of here in a N.Y. minute.

Many folks here are very intelligent, have street smarts, and have a lot of valuable life experiences and advice to share, not just senseless chatter and banter. I love the sincerity of the forum members here, nobody just blows smoke to make another happy, and they really care and are considerate of other member's feelings. I think it's the perfect mix. I've never belonged to another senior forum, but from the couple I checked out, I want no part of that nonsense.

We're not far out there at all, we're spot on for the most part in social, political and personal discussions. It's nice if some newbies start posting more regularly in the future...but this is an ideal spot for those who want down to earth conversation, with good down to earth people. I'm right at home here, and at ease enough to share any personal issues or concerns that may pop up in my life.

This forum is still pretty young, and steadily growing. I'd rather see it thrive with seniors who want to participate and share, it keep the quality up for all of us. I'm please to be among such good company here, and I wish everyone the best of health and happiness in the coming years. I don't think a day goes by without my browsing this forum and getting a smile, chuckle or tear in my eye...can't put a value on that. :love_heart: :sentimental:
 
I'm a drifter. That means I'm somewhat akin to the tumbleweed that is blown about by the wind. I go to many places, see many things, and have been both described and see myself, as an average Joe. The average joe in me and the roving spirit tells me this sight is the best site in the English speaking world. i didn't say that to argue the point, because one of the reasons I'm a drifter is to avoid argument, because I don't know how to argue or debate, saying this because an average Joe like myself would probably say something similiar. Just saying.
 
Maybe the folks who don't stick around and join in the frivolity move on to somewhere they can get that always popular derogatory remark and name calling . . .
 
SifuPhil said:
Ah, who knows? I've had it with people today, so you probably don't want my opinion.

If they want to stick around, fine. If not, don't waste our time. Go ask your questions on Yahoo where some 12-year-old will answer them.

Sorry if we exhibit a few signs of life. :mad:
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Geeze Phil, is it your birthday or something?....
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I'm yet to find a forum where the majority post, personally I think that would be Bedlam! There is always a small core of regular posters, a number of occasional commenters and the 'silent majority.' They're referred to as 'lurkers' but I prefer to think of them as 'ROMs'... read only members.
I don't see a problem with that.
Don't we post opinions to be read by others? I'm sure every 'author' doesn't get a review from every single reader, it's just nice to know that we're being read at all.

I'm a member of a few forums, some I've never posted on and it ain't because I'm shy, it's simply because I have nothing to add.
Some are too gross and I only visit to remind myself that we're 'not in Kansas' any more.
Some are political frenzy fests where I only wade in when I'm fired up.
Some are skeptics forums ranging from fanatical to funny and I've had my say to the extent I need to 'vent' and just keep up with the comments of a few members whose styles of argument I like. (They also post great cartoons that you won't find on sites which are afraid to offend the religious. )
One of them I visit purely to pinch their emoticons, they have a vast vault of 'em.
One is full of astronomy scientists and I only ever asked one question that bothered me. It was answered politely, sensibly, respectfully and fully, and I expressed my thanks and stopped bothering them. It's a fascinating site to keep up with the subject but they are way out of my league in the IQ department so I just 'lurk' now. I have nothing to say that they need to know about. I don't post there out of 'Reeespect.'
Some are similar to this one but not 'vibing' as well and not worth the effort of the odd ramble.

So there are myriad reasons that people don't post. It's not a worry. Maybe they post on other interest sites and just read this one for light entertainment, who knows? Maybe some are doing us a favour by expressing 'obsessive' stuff elsewhere?

SB covered it well.
We're not far out there at all, we're spot on for the most part in social, political and personal discussions. It's nice if some newbies start posting more regularly in the future...but this is an ideal spot for those who want down to earth conversation, with good down to earth people. I'm right at home here, and at ease enough to share any personal issues or concerns that may pop up in my life.
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This is a forum where 'neighbours' can gather, put their feet up, nurse a coldie and discuss the doings of the world in general among friends. It's the park bench under the shady tree. The bar, the pub, the social club, the back fence. We all need a haven like this to chat with peers. We don't all need to be heard to enjoy the chatter.

What would be nice, not to mention educational, would be if just once, those ROMs out there could post a line to let us know they really do drop in to keep an eye on us.

C'mon ROMs, for Christmas! Just Hi would do, and just the once will be fine if you're not a 'writer'. We'd love to know you are still there at least.

Merry Christmas to all our ROMs.
 
I'm pretty new here, and I like this bb a lot. Mostly I just play the limerick game (which I started), and I love the fact that people here actually know what a limerick is. But I've jumped into a few discussions also, and find most of the opinions and writing to be on a much higher level than most computer bb's. I also like the fact that the group seems to be from all over the world, which makes it more interesting.
 
I was the administer of my own on line discussing forum, like this one ,I had 43 active members for 5 years.
BUT in the last 2 years most member started to move over to the "Social Media",like Facebook,Twitter etc,etc.
I have a facebook account but Im hardly there anymore simply cause it has gotton too big and too personal.
 
I've never been of the opinion that Facebook et al are the same as a forum, but it's an unfortunate fact that many people have abandoned forums and migrated to the "social" sites. I think the main reason is because they enjoy the quick joke, the silly picture and all that wonderful drama that plays out so well in that format.

Forums to me hark back to the ancient Greek and Roman forums, where you gathered together to intelligently discuss everything from politics to science. There weren't any forum members showing up with a scroll with LOLCatz on it, though, and none of them sat crying in the corner and swearing to unFriend everyone. I'm sure they had their lurkers as well, as any social group will.

And that's how I see Senior Forums - as Di said there are perhaps 5% big-mouthed extroverts who write online novels as their responses (ahem!), 15% regular participants who are active but not psycho like the first group, 60% who weigh in with an occasional comment, 15% lurkers and the last 5% is only here for the free tote bags.

I may be prejudiced but I see forums (fora?) as being more the venue of serious, intelligent people, whereas Facebook is the Land of The Quickie. If it were legitimate theater we would be Shakespeare with Sir John Gielgud, whereas Facebook would be a vaudevillian revue with Bubbles The 400-Pound Exotic Dancer.

OG said:
Geeze Phil, is it your birthday or something?....
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Naw - just on the down-slope of my bipolarity. :bi_polo:
 
I've been on so many forums in the last almot 10 years it would be hard to list them all.

I don't like to argue, I'm pretty set in my belief's at this age, as I am sure most of us are. That's not to say I won't change my mind on a subject, but it doesn't happen often.

I don't like people jumping in my shit when they don't agree with something I said, I am also not interested in making anybody see the light, in regards to anything.

I'm not here to solve the worlds problem's, no sir, just complaining about them is good enough for me. :p

What I value most is a sense of humor and people who don't take themselves too seriously.

This forum has been an excellent fit for me. It's a good place to be able to relax and have some laughs. :sentimental:
 
What Old Hipster said. Just enjoy all forum members and joking around a little. Not here to save the world or argue with anyone. If something doesn't set quite right, I will ignore it and move on. I never have been a good debater but enjoy listening to a good old difference of opinion now and then.

I have learned a few new things and had many a laugh. I do belong to the Florida Concealed Weapons forum, but it is all gun talk. Very informative but not half as interesting as this forum.
 
Pappy said:
What Old Hipster said. Just enjoy all forum members and joking around a little. Not here to save the world or argue with anyone. If something doesn't set quite right, I will ignore it and move on. I never have been a good debater but enjoy listening to a good old difference of opinion now and then.

I have learned a few new things and had many a laugh. I do belong to the Florida Concealed Weapons forum, but it is all gun talk. Very informative but not half as interesting as this forum.
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If there is some heated debate going on I'd just as soon stay out of it. (not talking about here, just in general)

I've a few strong opinions on things, but really I don't have the energy or the inclination to come up with long winded arguments, about anything. :)

I relax on here when I am at home and then during the day at work, it is a wonderful time filler. :rolleyes:
 
I'm with Pappy and Old Hipster, don't like to argue and don't look to change anyone's opinions or ways...just express my own, I don't get any thrills out of conflict or bickering either on forum or in real life. Only other forums I belong to are the Health Forum (NatMedTalk) and Pet Forums, both of which I help to moderate. Some folks will come in with one question, then move on once they get an answer. That's okay, because even if they don't post regularly, sometimes they pop in again when there's another problem or useful bit of info to share.
 
Pappy said:
... I do belong to the Florida Concealed Weapons forum, but it is all gun talk. Very informative but not half as interesting as this forum.
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"Florida Concealed Weapons Forum" - now there's a name to conjure with! ;)

I can just imagine the threads there ...


  • "Hawaiian Shirts: Good or Bad?"
  • "Plaid Shorts Carry Technique"
  • "George Zimmerman Has The Right Idea"
  • ".357 Gator Hunting"
  • "Sally Sells Shotguns by the Seashore"
  • "Tour: Knight's Armament, Titusville"

:eek:
 
SeaBreeze said:
I'm with Pappy and Old Hipster, don't like to argue and don't look to change anyone's opinions or ways...just express my own, I don't get any thrills out of conflict or bickering either on forum or in real life. Only other forums I belong to are the Health Forum (NatMedTalk) and Pet Forums, both of which I help to moderate. Some folks will come in with one question, then move on once they get an answer. That's okay, because even if they don't post regularly, sometimes they pop in again when there's another problem or useful bit of info to share.
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A couple of the forums I was Admin on finally went mammaries perpendicular.

I have my own forum that a few friends from other forums have joined me on, we are mostly movie nuts and then just nuts in general.

But it's hard to spread yourself too thin and keep up with people on a lot of forums.

This is the only forum I frequent on a regular basis anymore.
 
I belong to this forum for the sole purpose of changing the opinions of everyone whose opinions differ from mine. My goal is to protect all the sad souls from going through life always being wrong. :soap2:

I realize some of you will be difficult to convince,but I like a challenge.
 

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