Thread for being nice to each other

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:23 am

There's been so much rowing, flaming, arguing and fighting recently that I thought it was time for something positive.

So this is a thread for people to come and say GOOD things about other members. Why you like them. What you enjoy about their posts. Heck, anything at all as long as it's positive.

So, to start the ball rolling, or the thread unravelling, or whatever:

I think Pinckchick is an absolute sweetie. I've never heard her say a bad word about anyone, and I really admire her courage. Having met her at an FG meet I can say that she's every bit as nice in person as she is on the boards. Good to the bone.

Three cheers for Pinkchick! :-6:-6:-4

Next: "Nomad. Man or mythtake?"

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:30 am

Bah-----------Humbug!!!!

farmer giles · Post by **farmer giles** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:33 am

ok here goes

wisey is a tosser

barman is a tosser

dubs is a tosser

shellybelly is a tosser

oscar is a tosser

cloddy you are a tosser

there may be more

oh aftr you are a tosser

almostfamouse you are almost a tosser

:D

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:34 am

That Lon feller. He's quite nice too. In fact, he's nicer than a nice thing being nice in a nice way, nicely. I just don't believe all those who say he's an irritable ancient Scrooge who fishes with dynamite.

He's Mr Nice, he is.

Bill Sikes · Post by **Bill Sikes** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:36 am

Clodhopper;1239110 wrote: So this is a thread for people to come and say GOOD things about other members

I think *everybody*[1] is absolutely lovely.

[1] Except for the flamers, trolls, spammers, hotlinkers, offensive posters, self-promoters, copyright violaters, sig abusers, and, erm...

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:38 am

Farmer Giles, on the other hand, could never be described as nice. That's because "nice" means "small, neat and delicate" and having read his thread about swimming in shorts that were too tight, none of those words remotely apply. "Comic genius", on the other hand, covers it nicely. :-6

farmer giles · Post by **farmer giles** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:39 am

Clodhopper;1239119 wrote: Farmer Giles, on the other hand, could never be described as nice. That's because "nice" means "small, neat and delicate" and having read his thread about swimming in shorts that were too tight, none of those words remotely apply. "Comic genius", on the other hand, covers it nicely. :-6

ok you are a nice non racist tosser

mikeinie · Post by **mikeinie** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:40 am

I like me! :-6

pinkchick · Post by **pinkchick** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:41 am

Clodhopper;1239110 wrote: There's been so much rowing, flaming, arguing and fighting recently that I thought it was time for something positive.

So this is a thread for people to come and say GOOD things about other members. Why you like them. What you enjoy about their posts. Heck, anything at all as long as it's positive.

So, to start the ball rolling, or the thread unravelling, or whatever:

I think Pinckchick is an absolute sweetie. I've never heard her say a bad word about anyone, and I really admire her courage. Having met her at an FG meet I can say that she's every bit as nice in person as she is on the boards. Good to the bone.

Three cheers for Pinkchick! :-6:-6:-4

Next: "Nomad. Man or mythtake?"

Oh my! I don't know quite what to say.

Thank you

;)

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:41 am

oh where shall I start?

There are indeed so many whom I love reading and responding to their posts.

I come here everyday, several times a day and enjoy the fun and laughter and even the pain.

Shelbell........my dearest and closest friend, we share so much, bad days and good, we help each other out through them all.:-4

Oscar------she and I are good friends and we always enjoy each others funny remarks and RL stuff.

KathyEllen, a real trooper here and she has many wonderful things to say and I love her thread on space....she is one in a million.

OpenMind, an honest and caring friend...never says anything bad about anyone:-6

Mikeinie, such a great guy!:guitarist

Pinkchick is awesome and so much fun!:yh_rotfl

Nomad, such a funny guy and he makes me laugh so hard!:yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

Carla, who has helped me in many ways, IT stuff, my car etc and she loves Jock and we have so much fun together on the gorilla thread!:wah:

Chonsi, my bunny girl, another great member who is always there for you, and she posts such funny things and another gorilla fan.:guitarist

Hoppy and his uncle!:yh_rotfl

AFTR, pure.

L.J., our new member, awesome and tons of fun.

actually, most members are really nice here.

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 8:42 am

Except for the flamers, trolls, spammers, hotlinkers, offensive posters, self-promoters, copyright violaters, sig abusers, and, erm...

Would you like to post any more of my good points? :p

luciferjohn · Post by **luciferjohn** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 9:56 am

Clodhopper;1239125 wrote: Would you like to post any more of my good points? :p

your good at making up words?:D:wah:

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 9:59 am

farmer giles;1239116 wrote: ok here goes

wisey is a tosser

barman is a tosser

dubs is a tosser

shellybelly is a tosser

oscar is a tosser

cloddy you are a tosser

there may be more

oh aftr you are a tosser

almostfamouse you are almost a tosser

:D

:yh_shame but you left me out, I'm offended now...... :sneaky:

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:10 am

Framer Giles........ Tosser

Clodhopper........ Liberal Democrat.... Vince Cable's lover

Barman........... Harry Hill looky likey and one of the funniest.

Bruv....... Top geezer... very funny.

Hugh Janus........ Loyal friend

Bill Sykes...... Spikey but sensible.

Snowfire.... Top geezer and pisshead

Odie....... loyal and funny

Kathy Ellen......... the best

Imladris...... Iron Knickers

Abbey.......... Crankey but fair

Lon........ aggrivating

Quinn......... aggrivating

Cars...... aggrivating with a tad of sensibility

Almost famous........ genuine

Dubs.......... loyal friend... funny

Mikeinie.......... lovely

Open Mind....... loyal and a perfect gentleman

Neffy...... Genuine

Carolly.... posh woman

Kazalala....... Genuine

Sunshine....... Genuine

AFTR........ Genuine

Chonsi...... Genuine

Carla.......... puseeycat

el guapo........... sweetie chops

Anyone else I've missed?

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:22 am

Don't worry; it only seems kinky the first time

Awwwwww. Hardly worth doing then. What was it, anyway? :-3

Clodhopper........ Liberal Democrat.... Vince Cable's lover

"Say it loud, I'm LIB and proud!"

Oh Vince, oh Vince,

I look at you and think of mince

With stock and veg and red hot chili,

Please come here and hold my...silly

People misunderstand

I only want to hold your hand

And lead you to your rightful post

With Father, Son and Holy Ghost,

Cos our dear Vince will be no wrecker

When he's Chancellor of the Exchequer.

Bleah to your Browns, and Cobblers to Cameron

When Nick's the PM he'll totally hammer 'em.

luciferjohn · Post by **luciferjohn** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:25 am

oscar;1239148 wrote: Framer Giles........ Tosser

Clodhopper........ Liberal Democrat.... Vince Cable's lover

Barman........... Harry Hill looky likey and one of the funniest.

Bruv....... Top geezer... very funny.

Hugh Janus........ Loyal friend

Bill Sykes...... Spikey but sensible.

Snowfire.... Top geezer and pisshead

Odie....... loyal and funny

Kathy Ellen......... the best

Imladris...... Iron Knickers

Abbey.......... Crankey but fair

Lon........ aggrivating

Quinn......... aggrivating

Cars...... aggrivating with a tad of sensibility

Almost famous........ genuine

Dubs.......... loyal friend... funny

Mikeinie.......... lovely

Open Mind....... loyal and a perfect gentleman

Neffy...... Genuine

Carolly.... posh woman

Kazalala....... Genuine

Sunshine....... Genuine

AFTR........ Genuine

Chonsi...... Genuine

Carla.......... puseeycat

el guapo........... sweetie chops

Anyone else I've missed?

sure leave the newbs out;):wah:

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:28 am

luciferjohn;1239159 wrote:

sure leave the newbs out;):wah: I have to assess you first

:yh_rotfl

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:31 am

Clodhopper;1239157 wrote: Awwwwww. Hardly worth doing then. What was it, anyway? :-3

"Say it loud, I'm LIB and proud!"

Oh Vince, oh Vince,

I look at you and think of mince

With stock and veg and red hot chili,

Please come here and hold my...silly

People misunderstand

I only want to hold your hand

And lead you to your rightful post

With Father, Son and Holy Ghost,

Cos our dear Vince will be no wrecker

When he's Chancellor of the Exchequer.

Bleah to your Browns, and Cobblers to Cameron

When Nick's the PM he'll totally hammer 'em.

Vince oh Vince they think you'll win

When to vote for you is cardinal sin

Gordy is going to whip your arsse

And hammer the party that is the farce.

luciferjohn · Post by **luciferjohn** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:33 am

oscar;1239162 wrote: I have to assess you first

:yh_rotfl

:wah:ok i'll be as difficult as possible:wah::D:yh_rotfl

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:36 am

luciferjohn;1239169 wrote: :wah:ok i'll be as difficult as possible:wah::D:yh_rotfl Did you notice that I did leave some out???? :sneaky::sneaky:

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:36 am

luciferjohn;1239159 wrote:

sure leave the newbs out;):wah:

I didn't leave you out.:-5:-5:yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

luciferjohn · Post by **luciferjohn** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:41 am

Odie;1239173 wrote: I didn't leave you out.:-5:-5:yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

i know but you and shell cast me and the aliens our sight:yh_rotfl

:-4:-4your all a bunch of sweethearts:-4:-4

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:41 am

If Gordy wants to whip his arse

His arse is safe, no whip shall pass:

Gordy's such a hopeless twit

He'd miss a barn if stood in it!

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:45 am

luciferjohn;1239175 wrote: i know but you and shell cast me and the aliens our sight:yh_rotfl

:-4:-4your all a bunch of sweethearts:-4:-4

nanu nanu good buddy!:D

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:57 am

Clodhopper;1239176 wrote: If Gordy wants to whip his arse

His arse is safe, no whip shall pass:

Gordy's such a hopeless twit

He'd miss a barn if stood in it!

Gordy will take the election crown

The fools no more than stand around

Asking each other.. where we went wrong

And singing the lament of a dying swan

luciferjohn · Post by **luciferjohn** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:59 am

Odie;1239178 wrote: nanu nanu good buddy!:D

;):p:yh_rotfl

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 11:16 am

The lament of a dying swan made me think of the Hymn for St Cecilia, lyrics by Auden and score by Britten:

http://www.encyclopedia.com/YouTubeDisp ... &term=Hymn to St Cecilia

It's about 10 mins long and can be hair-on-the-back-of-the-neck stuff done well.

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 11:21 am

Clodhopper;1239201 wrote: The lament of a dying swan made me think of the Hymn for St Cecilia, lyrics by Auden and score by Britten:

http://www.encyclopedia.com/YouTubeDisp ... &term=Hymn to St Cecilia

It's about 10 mins long and can be hair-on-the-back-of-the-neck stuff done well. Indeed beautiful and the Lib Dems should begin practising now ready for when the votes are counted :yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 11:42 am

Lib Dems should begin practising now ready for when the votes are counted

Yeah, I know.:-1

Shame. What this country needs is a good dose of liberalism. Put the sandal wearing hippie commies in charge! They can't do any worse than the suits...

almostfamous · Post by **almostfamous** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 12:00 pm

Nice thread you got here Clogstopper :p

I couldn't begin to name ALL the names and would hate to leave anyone out but there are a lot of past and present members of FG that have been here for not only me but for my family in hard times.

There are several of ya that I couldn't imagine my life without you in it. You've helped me grow, given me advice and support, put me in my place when needed, etc. I feel like this is just another realm of my disfunctional family and I love you guys. Even the ones I don't see eye to eye with, I hold respect for you as even you lot teach me something from time to time.

To all the noobs I hope to get to know you better and hope ya stick around to see the side of some that I've had a pleasure to see and be blessed to call them friend too.

ok, enough gushy stuff for the love of christ, someone call me a b!tch already :rolleyes:

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 12:07 pm

Clodhopper;1239215 wrote: Yeah, I know.:-1

Shame. What this country needs is a good dose of liberalism. Put the sandal wearing hippie commies in charge! They can't do any worse than the suits... Have you heard the latest? Nick Griffin is to be on 'Question Time'.... can't wait :yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 12:10 pm

Clogstopper

:wah:

Suddenly, I feel like a filter.

Looking back through the thread it seems clear that despite the occasional tiff and tantrum, there is a great deal of respect and affection for the other members of the FG. Worth remembering that the rows and yelling are only a tiny proportion of what goes on here.

almostfamous · Post by **almostfamous** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 12:12 pm

Clodhopper;1239226 wrote: :wah:

Suddenly, I feel like a filter.

Looking back through the thread it seems clear that despite the occasional tiff and tantrum, there is a great deal of respect and affection for the other members of the FG. Worth remembering that the rows and yelling are only a tiny proportion of what goes on here.

I thought you'd like that :wah:

People just get passionate at times, sometimes that passion overrules reason. But, it's unreasonable to think you won't encounter people you can't mesh with. This happens in everyday life all the time, no reason to think the internet is any different. Except, here you can choose to completely ignore those people and never respond or interact with them. Works for me

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 12:25 pm

People just get passionate at times, sometimes that passion overrules reason

Know the feeling.

Case in point is oscar's Nick Griffin comment. I wrote a response to that, but it was so explosive I deleted it before posting because this is supposed to be a thread for positive comments.

Good old "delete" button!

(I'm not upset or offended, oscar, but you know what I think of Nick "the Nazi" Griffin...)

The Rob · Post by **The Rob** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 12:48 pm

almostfamous;1239231 wrote: I thought you'd like that :wah:

People just get passionate at times, sometimes that passion overrules reason. But, it's unreasonable to think you won't encounter people you can't mesh with. This happens in everyday life all the time, no reason to think the internet is any different. Except, here you can choose to completely ignore those people and never respond or interact with them. Works for me

Well said. Well done. Well well. :-6

along-for-the-ride · Post by **along-for-the-ride** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 1:34 pm

I think my Christmas Tree thread from last year shows how we feel about each other:

http://www.forumgarden.com/forums/holid ... -tree.html

:):-4

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 1:42 pm

Clodhopper;1239234 wrote: Know the feeling.

Case in point is oscar's Nick Griffin comment. I wrote a response to that, but it was so explosive I deleted it before posting because this is supposed to be a thread for positive comments.

Good old "delete" button!

(I'm not upset or offended, oscar, but you know what I think of Nick "the Nazi" Griffin...) I know exactly what you think of Nick Nazi Griffin and that's why I can't wait for him to be on 'Question Time' next month. Wonder who else would be on the panel? Explosive stuff if we had Vinny Boy for one and some-one like Margaret Beckett :yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 2:13 pm

almostfamous;1239231 wrote: I thought you'd like that :wah:

People just get passionate at times, sometimes that passion overrules reason. But, it's unreasonable to think you won't encounter people you can't mesh with. This happens in everyday life all the time, no reason to think the internet is any different. Except, here you can choose to completely ignore those people and never respond or interact with them. Works for me

Exactly. And there are those amongst us who thrive on stirring those passions in the more flamboyant, the less linguistically competent, the less well connected, until the tinder bursts into flame. Then they stand innocently by, all sweet reason and affability, wringing their hands in mock surprise. Respect - whether on line or off line is something earned.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 9:31 pm

Instead of banning FG members Id like to see this method of correction introduced.

Thank you.

The Judas Cradle, a terrible medieval torture where the victim would be placed on top of a pyramid-like seat. The victim's feet were tied to each other in a way that moving one leg would force the other to move as well - increasing pain.

The triangular-shaped end of the judas cradle was inserted in the victim's anus or vagina. This torture could last, depending on some factors discussed below, anywhere from a few hours to complete days.

The time it took someone to die varied enormously from individual to individual. Torturers would sometimes add weight to the victim's legs as to increase pain and hurry the victim's death. Other torturers would place oil on the device which increased pain considerably.

This device was rarely, if at all, washed. If the victim did not die quickly enough, or their painful execution was interrupted, they would invariantly die from an infection.

The victim was sometimes rocked or made to fall repeatedly onto the "pyramid". This was done so torturers could acquire vital information from the victim. If he or she refused to talk, the torturer would either add more weight to the victim or make him or her fall repeatedly on the device.

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 9:46 pm

Nomad;1239377 wrote: Instead of banning FG members Id like to see this method of correction introduced.

Thank you.

The Judas Cradle, a terrible medieval torture where the victim would be placed on top of a pyramid-like seat. The victim's feet were tied to each other in a way that moving one leg would force the other to move as well - increasing pain.

The triangular-shaped end of the judas cradle was inserted in the victim's anus or vagina. This torture could last, depending on some factors discussed below, anywhere from a few hours to complete days.

The time it took someone to die varied enormously from individual to individual. Torturers would sometimes add weight to the victim's legs as to increase pain and hurry the victim's death. Other torturers would place oil on the device which increased pain considerably.

This device was rarely, if at all, washed. If the victim did not die quickly enough, or their painful execution was interrupted, they would invariantly die from an infection.

The victim was sometimes rocked or made to fall repeatedly onto the "pyramid". This was done so torturers could acquire vital information from the victim. If he or she refused to talk, the torturer would either add more weight to the victim or make him or her fall repeatedly on the device.

Nomie - you've been playing with Joona again, haven't you???!!!

:sneaky:

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 9:56 pm

AussiePam;1239380 wrote: Nomie - you've been playing with Joona again, haven't you???!!!

:sneaky:

Im feelin frisky...

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:07 pm

Well frisk on, but note this, and note it well... The ONLY triangle this gal is going to be at the top of is the food chain. Capeesh?!!

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:12 pm

AussiePam;1239386 wrote: Well frisk on, but note this, and note it well... The ONLY triangle this gal is going to be at the top of is the food chain. Capeesh?!!

Yea.

That Judas one doesnt sound very good.

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Tue Sep 08, 2009 1:49 am

I should have guessed:

Nice, the "alternative" version, HAD to involve Nomad....

The Judas Cradle. :yh_sick Just what I wanted to read about with my cup of breakfast tea.

I know you like to approach things from different angle, Nomad. By Golly you've succeeded this time....:-3

kazalala · Post by **kazalala** » Tue Sep 08, 2009 2:46 am

Clodhopper;1239234 wrote: Know the feeling.

Case in point is oscar's Nick Griffin comment. I wrote a response to that, but it was so explosive I deleted it before posting because this is supposed to be a thread for positive comments.

Good old "delete" button!

(I'm not upset or offended, oscar, but you know what I think of Nick "the Nazi" Griffin...)

Me too Clod,, but im thinking it might just be a good idea to hand him the rope....

:sneaky:

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Tue Sep 08, 2009 3:16 am

Me too Clod,, but im thinking it might just be a good idea to hand him the rope

I hope so. But he's no fool. An evil racist neo-nazi hungry for power, but not stupid. He knows how to handle himself in a public situation and it'll need some sharp people with personality to destroy him. Otherwise he'll weasel it with smooth populist lies, saying whatever the audience wants to hear to get applause.

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Tue Sep 08, 2009 4:21 am

Truthbringer may come up with a lot of stuff I disagree with, but he does engage if you ask him about it.

He's concerned about things that, if true, are indeed terrible and he clearly wants the best for our future. I've always found him polite and he clearly thinks about things.

Respect.

kazalala · Post by **kazalala** » Tue Sep 08, 2009 4:22 am

Clodhopper;1239441 wrote: Truthbringer may come up with a lot of stuff I disagree with, but he does engage if you ask him about it.

He's concerned about things that, if true, are indeed terrible and he clearly wants the best for our future. I've always found him polite and he clearly thinks about things.

Respect.

thats good:) I love it when people can agree to disagree:)

Clodhopper · Post by **Clodhopper** » Tue Sep 08, 2009 4:27 am

thats good I love it when people can agree to disagree

No, that's what I do with spot about Stalin. :wah: Wouldn't say I'm at that point with Truthbringer yet.

kazalala · Post by **kazalala** » Tue Sep 08, 2009 4:34 am

Clodhopper;1239444 wrote: No, that's what I do with spot about Stalin. :wah: Wouldn't say I'm at that point with Truthbringer yet.

well even better then that you found a positive to say about him,, shows what kind of person you are;):)