Member awards

koan · Post by **koan** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 6:29 am

Was thinking that it might be fun to come up with Member Awards for 2004 with categories such as:

Most Informative Posts

Funniest Posts

Most Thoughtful Posts

Friendliest Posts

Best Debater

Do you think this is a good idea and can you think of more categories. (I think it best if we avoid the "worst of" categories)

Also does anyone know how we could actually vote anonymously?

If we had nominations, then a poll might work.

Paula · Post by **Paula** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 7:08 am

I was thinking about this also. FG the year of 2004? I don't think voting anonymously is good, we need to know How People really feel? I don't think there should be awards, but i think we should have something, just my input. we always have next year, if we are still here? its all about fun, so lets enjoy.

koan · Post by **koan** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 7:16 am

Awards is just a term not meant to imply an actual concrete award but the honour of having won the title of the category.

Nominations wouldn't be anonymous but voting is best counted by a machine/poll which would be anonymous. If there are no negative awards it wouldn't matter which members voted for whom.

Paula · Post by **Paula** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 8:52 am

How About:

Most Understanding?

Humurous?

These are a couple more to expand on some ideas?

Oh about what Topics were HOT in 2004 in FG?

minks · Post by **minks** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 8:52 am

koan wrote: Was thinking that it might be fun to come up with Member Awards for 2004 with categories such as:

Most Informative Posts

Funniest Posts

Most Thoughtful Posts

Friendliest Posts

Best Debater

Do you think this is a good idea and can you think of more categories. (I think it best if we avoid the "worst of" categories)

Also does anyone know how we could actually vote anonymously?

If we had nominations, then a poll might work.

That is a grand idea a little encouragement for quality posting is a good idea

A Karenina · Post by **A Karenina** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 11:28 am

No offense, but I'm not really into the awards idea. For me, the reason I come here is to relax, take a break from work/homework, to talk, to listen. It's not a popularity contest or to see who can express themselves best in a post.

When people have positive things to say to each other, I notice that it is posted, or sent via private message.

Just my 2 cents.

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 11:41 am

Paula wrote: How About:

Most Understanding?

Humurous?

These are a couple more to expand on some ideas?

Oh about what Topics were HOT in 2004 in FG?

Does'nt "Funniest Posts" cover Humurous? And "Most Thoughtful Posts" cover Most Understanding?

"Rating" one-another's posts seems like it may take the "fun" out of posting! As well as slow down & or even stop someones posting! (Just Thinking out loud)

:-3

Paula · Post by **Paula** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 2:18 pm

You just rated i what i said, so what do you say for yourself? I am telling on you right now. This is terrible what you did to me? HOw could you do that...oh my god, why me again...tissue please, right now... I won't get an award anyway...

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Dec 31, 2004 3:05 pm

Paula wrote: You just rated i what i said, so what do you say for yourself? I am telling on you right now. This is terrible what you did to me? HOw could you do that...oh my god, why me again...tissue please, right now... I won't get an award anyway...

Absolutely Paula I know I did, and that was gist of my point! We are (As least I am) trying to have "Fun" in here, and share experiences, views, and whatever. Starting to Rate the postings may get to be too competetive between the gardeners.

(Don't want to loose the fun & or entertainment here. Maybe I'm wrong, I have been before & will be again! (Lets see what "others" say) :wah:

Cars

PS: I know you certainly are not going for any "tissues" soon! :rolleyes: HA-HA

Paula · Post by **Paula** » Sat Jan 01, 2005 9:16 am

cars wrote: Absolutely Paula I know I did, and that was gist of my point! We are (As least I am) trying to have "Fun" in here, and share experiences, views, and whatever. Starting to Rate the postings may get to be too competetive between the gardeners.

(Don't want to loose the fun & or entertainment here. Maybe I'm wrong, I have been before & will be again! (Lets see what "others" say) :wah:

Cars

PS: I know you certainly are not going for any "tissues" soon! :rolleyes: HA-HA

I do not have a mechanical Heart, this is my personality as i speak. We need to be able to "express" ourselves, what is the limit? People come to the FG with the attitude they must be sweet, brown nosed or kiss butt. Then to track some-one down to drag you into the ring is ridiculous? Some over-look,I do often, yet i like to say whats on my mind and contribute my cents? You can say alot in a message with-out harm directly? I would feel the FG is changing all the time, the administrators are very good! Hey have a GREAT Day, no I didn't need a tissue... :wah:

Cass · Post by **Cass** » Sat Jan 01, 2005 10:19 pm

A Karenina wrote: No offense, but I'm not really into the awards idea. For me, the reason I come here is to relax, take a break from work/homework, to talk, to listen. It's not a popularity contest or to see who can express themselves best in a post.

I nominate A. Karenina for cutest avatar with that sweet snow-bear

A Karenina · Post by **A Karenina** » Sat Jan 01, 2005 11:34 pm

Thank you kindly, but I decline any nomination.

The avatar is one of the ones offered here. I fell in love with it myself.

cars · Post by **cars** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 3:04 am

Paula wrote: I do not have a mechanical Heart, this is my personality as i speak. We need to be able to "express" ourselves, what is the limit? People come to the FG with the attitude they must be sweet, brown nosed or kiss butt. Then to track some-one down to drag you into the ring is ridiculous? Some over-look,I do often, yet i like to say whats on my mind and contribute my cents? You can say alot in a message with-out harm directly? I would feel the FG is changing all the time, the administrators are very good! Hey have a GREAT Day, no I didn't need a tissue... :wah:

Is there an "in between the lines message" in: " I do not have a mechanical Heart"?

You should (we all) be able to and you do say whatever is on your mind. That's the whole point of being in here in the first place. But do you really want everyone in here to rate you (Us all) each and every time you (we) post. There will be battles (defending/explaining) back and forth on most, if not every post! There will be no time for any new posts! :-2 (See we have been rating the posts back and forth, no time for new ones)

Anyway, your posts are always interesting, opiniated, to the point, sometimes controversial, and even sort after!!!(A Rating of sorts) You have a great day also!!

(PS: If you ever did need a tissue, I would be the first one to get it for you!)

Cars

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 5:59 am

i nominate Cassie for that obnoxiously sweet big-eyed cat thing for most vomit-inducing avatar of the year...she only uses it to annoy me.

cars · Post by **cars** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 6:22 am

lady cop wrote: i nominate Cassie for that obnoxiously sweet big-eyed cat thing for most vomit-inducing avatar of the year...she only uses it to annoy me.

lady cop-I like your avitar the BEST of all!!!

It's so apropos!! :-6

Cars

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 7:11 am

cars wrote: lady cop-I like your avitar the BEST of all!!!

It's so apropos!! :-6

Cars
well you are sweet, but you only like it because it's a police-package crown vic!

happy new year friend!

cars · Post by **cars** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 7:31 am

lady cop wrote: well you are sweet, but you only like it because it's a police-package crown vic!

happy new year friend!

You got me!

LC- Happy New Year to you also, hope/guess/glad you're feeling better!

You had better be "resting" or I'll tell the Sheriff on you!

May the new year bring us all GOOD LUCK!!! :-6

Cars

Cass · Post by **Cass** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 7:37 am

lady cop wrote: i nominate Cassie for that obnoxiously sweet big-eyed cat thing for most vomit-inducing avatar of the year...she only uses it to annoy me.

It's true ~ I only have it to annoy her

You need to see Shrek 2 - then you will be fond of my cat

koan · Post by **koan** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 9:03 am

Here are some of my nominations:

Telaquapacky: Best Stories (where are you Telaquapacky???)

Suresh Gupta: Kindest Member

Paula: Most Controversial Member

Ted: Most Informative Member

Bill: Member Who Knows The Most Acronyms (or MWKTMA)

Paula · Post by **Paula** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 9:25 am

KOan, I am so honored i didn't realize any-one undertood me? How do ya like that? WOW! It took this many years to get some respect? RESPECT! I can't help the way i am? Thank you, thank you...this isn't a trick now! come on...tissue again please...

cars · Post by **cars** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 12:59 pm

koan wrote: Here are some of my nominations:

Telaquapacky: Best Stories (where are you Telaquapacky???)

Suresh Gupta: Kindest Member

Paula: Most Controversial Member

Ted: Most Informative Member

Bill: Member Who Knows The Most Acronyms (or MWKTMA)

Do not know Telaquapacky or Ted. Agree with you on Suresh, Paula, Bill. Oh-Oh, see I said I didn't want to rate posters but I just did!

Oh well you never know!

capt_buzzard · Post by **capt_buzzard** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 2:46 pm

Tombstone to get OBE. :-6

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 2:56 pm

Tombstone is ALWAYS the most diplomatic.

and Paula, i always liked you too. you make me laugh and i am not sure i like the new and "improved" Paula , will the real Paula please come back?

.....there are many wonderful people here, everyone should get an award for sharing their opinions and stories as well as their kindness. :-4 except that cat, make that damn cat go away. :rolleyes:

Tombstone · Post by **Tombstone** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 4:45 pm

There looks like some good categories setup already.

Looks like some don't want it - and others do. How about this - - why don't we all revisit this topic in about 6 months? There will be a larger cast of "characters" and a greater amount of posts to choose from.

Doing a peer review would be great as well. (Voting.)

Or?

capt_buzzard · Post by **capt_buzzard** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 4:52 pm

Tombstone wrote: There looks like some good categories setup already.

Looks like some don't want it - and others do. How about this - - why don't we all revisit this topic in about 6 months? There will be a larger cast of "characters" and a greater amount of posts to choose from.

Doing a peer review would be great as well. (Voting.)

Or? The Right Hon T.

Cass · Post by **Cass** » Sun Jan 02, 2005 5:14 pm

lady cop wrote: and Paula, i always liked you too.
Yup, right from day one... Lady Cop told me that... "I sure like that Paula"

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Mon Jan 03, 2005 7:20 pm

My award goes out to each and every member of the forum, i would like to thank each & every one of you for keeping me entertained.............

THREE CHEERS TO YOU ALL

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Paula · Post by **Paula** » Mon Jan 03, 2005 7:59 pm

We The Members (as adults) have enjoyed the wisdom and humor by many. The general interest is associated with mature emotionally developed people. To focus Narrowly is not an option on the award list. To up-root and merge as weeds choking the annuals, the garden doesn't grow anymore. Everything grows here, to strangulate, pesticides are used? This is my horticullture opinion, this is a garden, i thought so. I need some water?

Cass · Post by **Cass** » Mon Jan 03, 2005 9:12 pm

Paula wrote: To up-root and merge as weeds choking the annuals, the garden doesn't grow anymore. Everything grows here, to strangulate, pesticides are used? This is my horticullture opinion, this is a garden, i thought so. I need some water?
A load of fertilizer once in a while, helps too

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Mon Jan 03, 2005 10:46 pm

K. I'm new here, but this actually sounds fun. Maybe, if I'd been here longer, I'd think different, but it does sound intriguing. And anyone who didn't want to wouldn't have to participate, yes? If some don't want to be involved at all, they can explain at the beginning..."Please don't nominate me for any of the contests..."or some such thing.

Valid point about the constant rating and arguing though. Damn, there's a category for you: Most Wishy-Washy.....

cars · Post by **cars** » Tue Jan 04, 2005 4:26 am

abbey wrote: My award goes out to each and every member of the forum, i would like to thank each & every one of you for keeping me entertained.............

THREE CHEERS TO YOU ALL

"HERE, HERE" :-6

Cars

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Lotto

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MagicZ4941

Paula · Post by **Paula** » Tue Jan 04, 2005 6:10 am

>>^..^ A load of fertilizer once in a while, helps too

I guess alittle chicken sh!it never hurt? Bird droppings? We just want to grow the garden with the "best" plants. Innocent until Proven Guilty!!!!i like my monkey too.