Butthead? Yes, No, Somewhere in between

[catzenmouse]

I've noticed that lately I seem to be having more negative feelings towards posts and posters. So I'd like to ask all of you other members of the community here.

 Am I being a butthead lately? More than usual? Honestly, I'd like you feedback to see if it is true or just my impression.

Ken

[SANDRO43]

I've noticed that lately I seem to be having more negative feelings towards posts and posters. So I'd like to ask all of you other members of the community here.  Am I being a butthead lately? More than usual? Honestly, I'd like you feedback to see if it is true or just my impression.

Please undress and assume a supine position on that couch.

Now tell me, do these negative feelings peak periodically, say monthly ?  If so, you might elect a PRIVATE consultation, because a diagnosis might alarm the general public here .

[Kuna]

I've noticed that lately I seem to be having more negative feelings towards posts and posters. So I'd like to ask all of you other members of the community here.

 Am I being a butthead lately? More than usual? Honestly, I'd like you feedback to see if it is true or just my impression.

Ken

I might be one of the ones you're having negative feelings towards but even if that's true... I personally think you're too nice most of the time and "just right" some of the time.

I'll admit there are things I WANT to post here but I don't because I don't feel inclined to share some things with some people.  Maybe I'll resort to more PM's for that type of stuff but it seems a shame not to leave a record for future newbies to access.

I feel like I've gone from newbie to novice, and I'm looking forward to progressing further BUT might gain less knowledge from RWD if I don't "seek the knowledge" like I did as a newbie.

Just my thougths!

Kuna

[catzenmouse]

Sandro my friend,

 If I ever get to the level of "butthead" that you have attained through many, many years of hard work and dedication I will be very proud and open a business to teach other young apprentices the techniques to reach this lofty plateau. 

 Now for my original reaction: Smartass! 

Ken

[catzenmouse]

Kuna,

 As far as I'm concerned you are one of the folks here who have their $hit together. I find myself agreeing with your posts 90 odd percent of the time and the others I see as just a different view of things. I would be more than honored to sit down and have a pint or two or three with you!

Ken

[William3rd]

It has been pretty quiet around here lately. . . . why the feelings at this specific point in time? Certain negative feelings against certain posters in inevitable.

However, although some of the membership is certainly anal and a couple possibly certifiable, you do not seem to be a butthead.

[catzenmouse]

Thanks William,

 I don't try to be but I just noticed a trend in my thinking and figured that folks here would be more than happy to put me in my place if I needed it.

Ken

[SANDRO43]

Now for my original reaction: Smartass! 

Madam, you're already showing encouraging signs of an improved condition .

[BillyB]

 Am I being a butthead lately?

Ken, you're one of the nice guys here so if you explode occasionally, all is forgiven and you will not be accused of being a butthead.

[KenC]

catz,
I don't see you as becoming a butthead at all, but I have seen a subtle change in your attitude towards things lately.  I see you moving more toward a realistic view on things instead of looking for the silver lining in everything.  Reality is a better teacher than always blowing sunshine up everyones butt in my opinion. It is also difficult not to become just a little cynical reading some of the lame ideas and hopeless justifications that some use for their silly actions.  In short, you're becoming a sage veteran.
KenC

[I/O]

I've noticed that lately I seem to be having more negative feelings towards posts and posters. So I'd like to ask all of you other members of the community here.

Am I being a butthead lately? More than usual? Honestly, I'd like you feedback to see if it is true or just my impression.
Ken

Ken: Probably withdrawal symptoms.  There hasn't been a good knock down drag out in the NHB section for a while and it seems to be necessary on most forums to maintain the balance.    Gotta say, I can sorta relate to what you are saying and I dunno, maybe it's age or cynicism or whatever.  

I was  a bit amused with the response to the little video clip the other day.  I posted it simply for a few really new guys to get some idea of "what is what on the spot" and it didn't take long for a little bitchy sniping to start which was completely unrelated to the clip.  

Boils down to this IMHO, there is a few around who want hot air blown up there bums and when others fail to do so in a manner pleasing to the poster, or simply don't post on the subject, we see this nonsense start.  Are you a "Butthead"?.....maybe. Am I?......You betcha...!!!  Care factor?..............Zip.....!!!

I/O

[Shadow]

Apart from seeing your posts have a little more serious note... :noidea:

But it does change your attitude if you are reading the same question again and again. In such case a reference to the search function might help. 

[Son of Clyde]

I am more of a Beevis.

I hope I didn't piss anyone off with my trip report down my driveway.

[catzenmouse]

In short, you're becoming a sage veteran.

How do I go about getting my Pickle Barrel Club shirt and secret decoder ring?  Thanks Ken.

Ken: Probably withdrawal symptoms.  There hasn't been a good knock down drag out in the NHB section for a while and it seems to be necessary on most forums to maintain the balance.

Now that makes sense! If we can't have a good fight here I'll have to go to the local bar and degrade the most beloved Packers. That should start a fight! 

BillyB, Thanks Dude. Elena might have different opinions on that one...

Shadow, Agree. Have been pointing out the FAQ and Wiki a bit more lately. Maybe I need a canned response that includes all that stuff.

SoC,
 Now I know where you got that strange laugh...  We should see what we can do to change your screen name...

Again, thanks much for letting me bounce that around a bit. There are plenty of times where a "reality check" is sorely needed.

Ken

[I/O]

Now that makes sense! If we can't have a good fight here I'll have to go to the local bar and degrade the most beloved Packers. That should start a fight! 

Problem here is that the word has gotten out a bit and the new arrivals are getting a bit savvy.  RWD has done too good of a job and the freshman walking in arn't as dumb as they once were.  Just need some poor sucker to come in and tell the board how to do everything and it'll launch collectively into a good ol' "Head Slapping" and everyone'll be back in top form. The board is missing a certain "Serial Sucker" at the moment..........Dunno where he went..... :noidea: :noidea:  Maybe filing another 5 day K-1

I made a comment somewhere waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay back that this goes with the territory.  Yes it is tempting to simply point new guys to old advices and certainly that should be done with the likes of FAQ etc.  But, the old hands do need to understand that they will answer the same old questions time after time after time.

I/O

Now, let me see if I can start a "Bit of a Blue".  If older posters havn't the patience to do as mentioned above, then probably they should look for something else to do.   A static board is a dead one. 

[catzenmouse]

Now, let me see if I can start a "Bit of a Blue".  If older posters havn't the patience to do as mentioned above, then probably they should look for something else to do.   A static board is a dead one.

 I don't think there is much chance of this being a dead board. It's just a little over 2 years old now and we've got 67,000 + posts and pushing 2000 members, although many sadly enough do not post.

 If I feel that someone is really interested in learning about this I have no problem at all answering those very same questions for the hundreth odd time. When I see sincere effort by those sage ones (and I'm not too sure I fit in there just yet but it is nice that they let me hang out once in a while  ) tossed aside or ignored by those who "know better" without ever having set foot on the ground or who flopped into it by some back door method I do get frustrated with them and don't have anywhere near the desire to help them or even, quite often, be nice to them.

 Its funny in a way that some of the folks I have butted heads with in the past on things are the ones that I respect most now. Maybe there is a synapse or two still firing in this head of stone on occassion.

Ken

[Bruce]

You - never  !

[jb]

Let me guess,,, you've read some of Prince Alpo's posts lately...

[catzenmouse]

You - never  !

I know! Just impossible to believe isn't it? 

Let me guess,,, you've read some of Prince Alpo's posts lately...

Gawd help me I'd almost rather say I bathe in toxic waste (perhaps that is closer to the truth than I want) but yes I have and I am SO not impressed.    But he is just one extreme example of all that is (and can be) wrong with this.

On a positive note we have seen some really together folks come on board over the last few months and it is a distinct pleasure to interact with them and be a part of the viewing audience as they follow a successful path.

Ken

[jinx13]

Catz,

 If you have been negative lately I haven't noticed it. I think it's true though, some of you guys that have been on RWD for a long time, or RW forums in general...you must get tired of reading the same questions and topics over and over again...Is she a scammer?  Does age difference matter?....Should I use so and so agency?....Is my head up my ass?  and so on.  It's normal to be cynical after hearing all that so many times, better to let newer members answer the easy questions and stick to the ones that still interest you, or correct people that give bad advice. (opened myself for attack there, i know)  but your experience is welcome, cynical or not.

[catzenmouse]

jinx,

 I do think there is a burnout factor involved which can sour a person on certain topics or posters. Bad part is that this place is a kind of addiction and I do really enjoy the back and forth and learning about different places and processes related to FSUW and the associated adventures.

I did have a bit of a heart attach earlier when you told rivardco that you agreed with jb... had to read that one twice to make sure I hadn't just died of a brain aneurism...

Ken

[jinx13]

Catz,

 I agree, not only are Russian women an addiction for us, but so is discussing them. it's fun to share our experiences and to "live through" the newbies making their first trip over...I think Kuna kept all of us entertained for a few weeks there during his trip, T/R's are still my favorite part of RWD.

 I tend to ignore other topics that I have heard again and again, I simply can't read another scam letter, and when I read about Alfie's friend (cross dressing weirdo that thinks the Da Vince Code is real, and he needs to continue his bloodline) I just cringe, and think I hope the RW he meets will see him for what he is and he will go home alone, and hopefully his bloodline will end, you can't help but be cynical after reading that garbage.

 As far as agreeing with Jb, it happens a lot actually, I never said the man didn't give good advice occasionally, the only problem I have is with his needless insults and presumptions. He is also a little full of himself, but I notice that trait with a lot of RWD members...there is a fine line between confidence and arrogance, been guilty of arrogant behavior myself a few times, goes with the territory I guess.

[Vaughn]

I do think there is a burnout factor involved...

  In my case that's a certainty. There's little time except to check in briefly, read quickly, maybe toss in a few words here and there.
I'm getting more from RWD than I can give right now, and I don't foresee a change in the near future....   and admittedly, I've lost kilos of patience with the same old topics re-hashed 'till they're
ground to fine powder.

  Tonight I stole the Butthead crown from whomever wore it this morning, although in a different sense.....   Elvira and I met after
work at an office as we needed notary services. While waiting, she quietly asked, "Vaw-gun, you know what today is??"

  "Yeah, it's Thursday" replied the clueless dunce, just before she
reminded him of their fourth anniversary. GEEEEZ - see how caught up in real world tasks I've been? Truth be told, we've both been busy - she admitted the date escaped her notice until mid-morning
today. So we decided to laugh it off, and let it slide. Call it trace evidence of my old forgetful ways. I won't forget March 8th, dear,
I promise.

  There came a point last year sometime when our marriage seemed to "break free and develop a rhythm all its own" (to steal a line from Norman McLean). I've wondered if some of the old-timers, that is, married for several years, also noted a marked transition whereby
new ground is broken, old notions are scuttled, a real future other than simply growing older is envisioned and its beginnings realized measureably. At 56 and 44 we're far from playing checkers in the park, but we ARE in clear sight of all 3 daughters approaching independence - and perhaps our situation centers on that. It's a new phase for us both - and we're enjoying the prospects, though some be unknowns...

[catzenmouse]

Tonight I stole the Butthead crown from whomever wore it this morning, although in a different sense.....   Elvira and I met after work at an office as we needed notary services. While waiting, she quietly asked, "Vaw-gun, you know what today is??"

  "Yeah, it's Thursday" replied the clueless dunce, just before she
reminded him of their fourth anniversary. GEEEEZ - see how caught up in real world tasks I've been? Truth be told, we've both been busy - she admitted the date escaped her notice until mid-morning today. So we decided to laugh it off, and let it slide. Call it trace evidence of my old forgetful ways. I won't forget March 8th, dear,
I promise.

Vaw-gun! You are quite lucky that you aren't auditioning for that soprano part in the next opera at the Charlotte Civic Center! 

Set yourself up an e-mail reminder, mark it down on all calendars, and write it on the back of your underwear! You got lucky once but don't count on Lady Luck (who's name starts with an "E") to give you such grace again...

And... Congratulations! Best Wishes! And a big hug for Elvira and you from us!

[I/O]

    "Yeah, it's Thursday" replied the clueless dunce,

  Worry not...!! My ex forgot my birthday on our honeymoon. That gave me the liberty of total forgetfullness henceforth.

Well done with 4 up and best wishes for many more to come.

I/O