[Sticks]

Sorry if I have offended any one of the new generation, and I was not discouraging new members. My original piece was done on the snippets site, and I tried to make it fit in with the interchange there and keep the same style and go with the flow of how the snippets were being produced.

It was also done on the morning when two posters managed to get into what I understand was a vitriolic spat. I understand they later made up.

My observation came when we had CBB going and I came into the fray to put another side in the Shilpa V Jade issue, because I had studied Jade's form from her first time. I tried to be as reasoned as I could and trying to cite examples and precedent, but the tone of debate from some members became quite personal, which I could not recall happening amongst those who are sadly no longer with us. Seeing the vitriolic posts there, was quite depressing and was reminiscent of another forum where someone did make threats of physical violence against me. (I also had some unsavoury phone calls that may have been generated because of that.)

In the old days we did have fun, sort of like the E-nuptials, where we had virtual trips with Floss and Bunty, but those were in the days before Paul and Helen broke up. The interchange was genteel. So is this a generational thing with the next generation more robust than our generation

BTW Alma Mater (I concede the spelling) if I recall correctly is Latin for "ones old university"

So in short, I am a bit too long in the tooth?

[Lauren]

Ok, I understand your point a little more now, Sticks.

I still don't think that newer generation posters are the cause for all of the arguments and fights on TiBB, however. I think it's simply what comes with this site becoming more popular and having more members - not everyone is going to read the rules and follow them to a tee.

[Emilee]

Well i joined 2 August 2006 with my old acount (emilee-imogen) And i thought it was a really friendly forum. Probably the friendliest ive been on. Then i rejoined this year with a new account. And i dont think mch has changed. Still the same lovely people who were online then.

I think this forum is a really nice place to be, and everyone is really nice.

[herman187]

Originally posted by Sticks
My observation came when we had CBB going and I came into the fray to put another side in the Shilpa V Jade issue, because I had studied Jade's form from her first time. I tried to be as reasoned as I could and trying to cite examples and precedent, but the tone of debate from some members became quite personal, which I could not recall happening amongst those who are sadly no longer with us.

Did it ever occur to you that someone who would defend and justify the behaviour of some of the individuals in CBB5 deserves every piece of hostility they get?

Sounds like you brought it on yourself, and you shouldnt be blaming the random personnel of the forum.

[Sasha]

A forum is what you make it, you cant expect to come to an interactive site and be entertained. It is as much your responsibility to be involved as it is others to involve you.

I am unsure why you felt that a minor altercation between a few members (me being one of them) upset the dynamics of the forum, reading some old posts and being members of loads of forums over the years, it is pretty normal for members to clash, e-fight or flame each other!

Some of the posts i have read on this site are 3-5 years old, and conflict still existed then so painting a picture of utopia is misleading. Its like when my aunt says there was no crime in the old days and then i read Oliver Twist!!!

From what i have read, i feel you dont feel apart of TIBB anymore, which is sad. But maybe you need to take ownership as a member and come up with solutions rather than solely point out the problem. When you just say what the problem is you get people on the defensive and that leads to no solution being found.

So why not start now and suggest things that will make you feel more included.....

[Lauren]

Originally posted by Sasha
Its like when my aunt says there was no crime in the old days and then i read Oliver Twist!!!

LMAO! Sasha! Haha, that was brilliant, even though you were being serious

[Mrluvaluva]

Let's live and let live. Everyone is welcome to the e-nightclub for the next hour and it's free drinks!

[Ella]

I love this forum, sometimes people don't agree, but believe it or not Sticks that what a forum is for. I've met some really great friends here.

People will come and go, but if you make really good friends you will always stay in contact with them.

[Psylocke]

Eveyone is friendly too me bar a few trolls *CoughKirsten1985Cough*

[Ella]

Originally posted by Psylocke
Eveyone is friendly too me bar a few trolls *CoughKirsten1985Cough*

Now now then!

Hiya by the way!

[Sticks]

Originally posted by Sasha

So why not start now and suggest things that will make you feel more included.....

Now that you mention it, some time ago we did have a whale of a time posting pictures of cemeteries

I wonder if that thread still exists...

[Sasha]

Originally posted by Sticks

Now that you mention it, some time ago we did have a whale of a time posting pictures of cemeteries

I wonder if that thread still exists...

Aww i knew you had a sense of humour!! Thats funny!

[SiMoN!]

its not our fault is we dont care who died

[Sticks]

Even before TiBB I used to post obituaries on TBB, oh happy days

[Sasha]

ok this thread is getting personal again.

Sticks just do your thing and have fun, if people join in its a bonus!

[Kaz]

Originally posted by Sticks

Aww i knew you had a sense of humour!! Thats funny!

It is funny.

..... and it's also true!

[Sasha]

Originally posted by Kaz

It is funny.

..... and it's also true!

Whats true babe?

[easypeasy]

Originally posted by Sticks
Sorry if I have offended any one of the new generation, and I was not discouraging new members. My original piece was done on the snippets site, and I tried to make it fit in with the interchange there and keep the same style and go with the flow of how the snippets were being produced.

It was also done on the morning when two posters managed to get into what I understand was a vitriolic spat. I understand they later made up.

My observation came when we had CBB going and I came into the fray to put another side in the Shilpa V Jade issue, because I had studied Jade's form from her first time. I tried to be as reasoned as I could and trying to cite examples and precedent, but the tone of debate from some members became quite personal, which I could not recall happening amongst those who are sadly no longer with us. Seeing the vitriolic posts there, was quite depressing and was reminiscent of another forum where someone did make threats of physical violence against me. (I also had some unsavoury phone calls that may have been generated because of that.)

In the old days we did have fun, sort of like the E-nuptials, where we had virtual trips with Floss and Bunty, but those were in the days before Paul and Helen broke up. The interchange was genteel. So is this a generational thing with the next generation more robust than our generation

BTW Alma Mater (I concede the spelling) if I recall correctly is Latin for "ones old university"

So in short, I am a bit too long in the tooth?

There is no need to feel down mate, i dont think anyone on this forum would wish you harm, thigs got pretty heated during the last cbb and it spilt over into the viewers reaction to what they witnessed. surely you realise now that trying to defend Jade Goody was always going to be going against the average bb viewers opinion.

[Red Moon]

Originally posted by Sasha
ok this thread is getting personal again.

I think you are right Sticks just asked a question there is no need to jump on him. Just give your opinion and try and avoid attacking other members.

[Kaz]

Originally posted by Kaz

Originally posted by Sasha
Whats true babe?

That there was a thread where we (well, mainly Sticks!) posted pictures of cemetaries!

Must try and find it ....................

[Sasha]

Originally posted by Kaz

That there was a thread where we (well, mainly Sticks!) posted pictures of cemetaries!

Must try and find it ....................

oh...... ok! Lovely - thanks for clearing that up!

[Kaz]

Found it! CLICK HERE.

Go on .... you know you want to.

[James]

Originally posted by herman187

Did it ever occur to you that someone who would defend and justify the behaviour of some of the individuals in CBB5 deserves every piece of hostility they get?

That's against forum rules though... so Sticks is right about that bit.

Anyway, things change on the forum... it's all good.

[Sunny_01]

Originally posted by Kaz
Found it! CLICK HERE.

Go on .... you know you want to.

You were right I did want to and I have and it certainly made me laugh.

I think that as long as we try to show each other respect and human decency the other barriers (age etc) shouldnt really matter

[andybigbro]

i love this forum and i always will if i have a had a bad day when i come on here the members always cheer me up