A great topic GiRTh
Nice to get this little problem solved, so we can all move on to normality, which I am sure we all want?
Anyway, a few comments to each member within the thread.
Firstly:-
To GiRTh:- You consider that there is a division in the forum? It is nice to see that you personally feel that way and feel the need to point out to us that it is one person in particular who is causing you to start this topic.
You say that this person has you on "Ignore". That is a shame, but it isn't such a problem to anyone else and is an option to everybody, if need be?
Some people debate quite well. Some are better than others and handle things in a special & unique way. Stating facts and ignoring supposition.
I know that you don't back down and that is just the way you are and choose to be.
I know you speak your mind and I could definately say that "speaking-ones-mind" can sometimes cause distress.
I am glad that you won't back down and choose to do what you want and when you want. It will tell many forum members now, what to expect when debating with you.
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To x-stacey-x:- This topic could cause arguments, but I hope it doesn't, as it would only make things worse.
I know that you aren't involved in arguments and I find you a very pleasurable member who is enjoying yourself, without getting involved in negative problems.
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To Ruth:- You say that you don't know who this forum member is? I would guess that you do by now.
People will disagree with you and it is nice when they receive a nice tactful and interesting response in return. But sometimes it doesn't happen and that is when a member requires the maturity to deal with that in a safe and sound way.
I am sure that you agree with GiRTh, as you get on with him, which is very nice and true. This is why other members also agree with their good, good friends.
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To L:- A very observant view of what is in this thread.
I shaln't say anymore......
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To GlitterEyes:- The most positive and truthful post I have seen and I can certainly say that if this happens, we shall all be very happy and this TIBB forum will get back to a nice peaceful and exciting place.
Your a great member, in my opinion
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To MarkChap?!:- It is easy to get in a situation whereby you don't like someone's opinion and in return, state what you feel about it, "Whatever the topic is about".
Once you make that particular post, you can only await the reply from who the post was directed to.
Once that happens, you then have to decide what is the best course of action?
If you are unsure, then just ask
I am sure you are learning quickly.
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To Sunny01:- I nearly always agree with your many great posts and "always the peacemaker", like a few of us are really trying to do right now.
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Now to my closing statement to all of this.
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I believe that if a small minority of members feel that they have issues with one or more other members, then it is true to say, that they will feel that there is some sort of divide.
But that is NOT the way it is for myself.
I am happy to get on with nearly every one on this forum and all the younger members, I certainly don't treat differently because of there younger age.
It is nice to have members who are still at school, or have just left or 16+ to 22 (It means nothing) Members are members and people are people.
I think that a lot of the time, it is simply "provocation" being made angry, by things said in a moment of madness. But it does pass by and it doesn't have to get to you, unless you let it.
I saw a recently banned member come back and suddenly she was provoked and set upon. It all ended in a mess and the inevitable thing happened. It could have been avoided, but things like this happen so quickly.
I say that this forum, since I have been here has had it's magical moments and it's twists and turns, but nothing will change it from being the best Big Brother forum on the net.
No challenge is too much to deal with.
Big Brother is a show which none of us can really ignore or forget about and when Big Brother 8 comes and then passes by, the interest will still linger on & on & on.
So let's stop the negativity and think positive thoughts and for those who think the divide, then live the divide, while others get along and have great fun without you.
I hope at least one person agrees with me?
nodisharmony