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Re: "Buzz" off already!
It's kind of like with the changes. Everyone kept complaining, things exploded, attention was continuously given to the negative so it never went away. Want...
It's kind of like with the changes. Everyone kept complaining, things exploded, attention was continuously given to the negative so it never went away. Want things to disappear? Ignore the buzzle hype, ignore the threads, start threads that are going to generate real convo because it's a fact that WB is dead.
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Re: "Buzz" off already!
Meh, I think if Admin cared the threads would be gone, no? She's the one who told us to leave, and it seems that she's...
Meh, I think if Admin cared the threads would be gone, no? She's the one who told us to leave, and it seems that she's punctuated that point by completely ignoring all the buzzle talk. Don't find that admirable at all.
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Re: What are you reading?
I LOVED the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo trilogy. LOVED. ...
I LOVED the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo trilogy. LOVED.
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Re: Ellen the voice for 50 shades audio book!
Hahahahahahahahaha ...
Hahahahahahahahaha
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Re: Hey Admin
For the record -I hadn't been involved in Admin bashing, the entire ordeal until her comment. ...
For the record -I hadn't been involved in Admin bashing, the entire ordeal until her comment.
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Re: Hey Admin
I'm more or less comparing her to old Admin, and assuming Mods have a better understanding of Admin's role. I doubt they'd be striking if...
I'm more or less comparing her to old Admin, and assuming Mods have a better understanding of Admin's role. I doubt they'd be striking if she were doing her job.
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Re: Hey Admin
Does admin actually have that ability? If yes - what would that mean for her job, and how much money would SJM lose? I don't...
Does admin actually have that ability? If yes - what would that mean for her job, and how much money would SJM lose? I don't think it's too much to ask for Admin to pop in and answer Q's.
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Re: New forum poll
I'd try it out. Make sure you take me along! ...
I'd try it out. Make sure you take me along!
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Re: Hey Admin
And - does anyone think the former Admin would treat us this way? He was always involved in the community, acknowledged our questions even if...
And - does anyone think the former Admin would treat us this way? He was always involved in the community, acknowledged our questions even if they were ridiculous. He joked with us and formed a positive relationship with the members. How would he have dealt with the situation?
He sure as heck wouldn't have told us to find a new forum. He wouldn't be non-existent in the community, especially during such a sensitive time. Why is it okay for the new Admin to be so dismissive and rude?
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Re: Hey Admin
With the whole "IT'S A FREE FORUM YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO HAVE COMPLAINTS" argument, I understand it to a point. That's the side I...
With the whole "IT'S A FREE FORUM YOU HAVE NO RIGHT TO HAVE COMPLAINTS" argument, I understand it to a point. That's the side I was on when the initial change was happening. However, at this point, it's faaaaaaaar beyond that. Admin is being outright disrespectful to users, users who are generating money for the company. They chose to break the forum into CanFam and WB BECAUSE WB was already established, that way they would already have devoted users and would have a higher chance of success with the CanFam forum.
Yeah, a bunch of people left, but a whole lot of us have stuck around. Instead of treating us like valued members and acknowledging our concerns or the concerns of their own volunteers, they typically ignore us altogether. People get irritated, start posting more aggressively, and then instead of acknowledging the reason for why everyone is so frustrated and why Mods are on strike, etc, Admin tells us to leave.
I'm sorry, but Admin is PAID. She has a job to do and she isn't doing it. Whether or not the forum is free, it exists for a reason and wouldn't be around if it wasn't benefiting the company. Without the forum, would Admin have a job? They made CanFam an extension of WB for a reason.
And yeah, I could very easily delete my account. But I'd really like to stick around, I enjoy the users here. I have learned a lot and gained hours of entertainment on this site. I haven't been around as long as others and haven't posted as much, but I log in numerous times a day and am always following along.
It's also ridiculous to make such a broad generalization and say that everyone who is upset is just looking for a fight. Do you seriously not see WHY people are upset? And do you genuinely believe that EVERYONE who is making complaints is in just causing drama? Seriously. I'm pretty sure that the users who have stuck around would like to have things settle down, but they haven't been able to because of an Admin who just... doesn't give a cr@p.
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Re: New forum poll
What would the costs be? ...
What would the costs be?
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Re: Spin: How many TVs do you have?
1 TV, no cable or satellite. ...
1 TV, no cable or satellite.
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Re: Ewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!
Ew. ...
Ew.
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Re: What do You Think of This Ring (No Spam)
Oh dear. That is... Interesting. ...
Oh dear. That is... Interesting.
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Re: Destination or Stay at Home Wedding
Just a heads up - just because they SAY they're good with it doesn't mean they will be later. We dealt with a lot of...
Just a heads up - just because they SAY they're good with it doesn't mean they will be later. We dealt with a lot of drama because of this, and I didn't expect it at all so it really got to me.
Not saying it will happen, not trying to scare you, but wish I was more prepared for that. The idea of a DW is appealing to a lot of guests until it comes time to pay, and then the reality of it can make people change their minds
Good luck
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Re: WB and CF Accounts linked?
I wouldn't think so. Pretty sure they're interconnected at this point ...
I wouldn't think so. Pretty sure they're interconnected at this point
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Re: Self-employment income tax question
Ugh. I have no idea, but I find tax stuff unnecessarily complicated and stressful too. I still have to do mine and ran a business...
Ugh. I have no idea, but I find tax stuff unnecessarily complicated and stressful too. I still have to do mine and ran a business from home last year, and don't think I have thr necessary receipts either
Good luck! I feel your pain.
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Re: What/When was your first memory?
I remember when I was 2.5-3, I got stuck under a bed when hiding on my babysitter. Oh! Around the same age, I would ride...
I remember when I was 2.5-3, I got stuck under a bed when hiding on my babysitter. Oh! Around the same age, I would ride my tricycle to my neighbours house next door and ring their doorbell, and they'd always give me green beans that grew in their garden. Weird.
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Re: Is your home always 'company ready?'
Yeah, my house is generally company ready. Given 15 min - I would put toys away, wipe tables, do a quick walk through and clean...
Yeah, my house is generally company ready.
Given 15 min - I would put toys away, wipe tables, do a quick walk through and clean up odds and ends.
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Re: Destination or Stay at Home Wedding
We had a DW. Considerations: - who we wanted at our wedding. DH has a huuuuuuge family with family friends, etc... I don't. There is...
We had a DW.
Considerations:
- who we wanted at our wedding. DH has a huuuuuuge family with family friends, etc... I don't. There is a language barrier between myself and many of his side. We wanted a small, intimate wedding and ended up with 38 guests, all the people who are very close to us. Sure, some of our friends couldn't make it, but (most) people were understanding.
- my family would have to travel anyways as they live on the opposite side of the country.
- I had never left Canada and neither had my family
- cost. We couldn't afford a giant AHW.
- we wanted to share a vacation with all of those who were closest to us.
There was quite a bit of stress due to drama in DH's family... But in the end, it was 100000% worth it and most definitely one of the greatest weeks of my life. All of our guests had a fantastic time and are trying to plan group trips for the future. I think the drama would have existed either way.
Feel free to PM me if you want to chat!
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Re: WB Confessional!
I love DS, our 2 cats and 1 dog... But am so sick of having a shadow. I'm always being followed and whined at and...
I love DS, our 2 cats and 1 dog... But am so sick of having a shadow. I'm always being followed and whined at and I just want to think about me for a day.
I'm a packrat that is currently wanting to go through everything in our house and throw it out because I am so.sick.of.cleaning. I deep clean twice a week and it's still untidy. I'm donating everything.
I'm terrified of failing.
I have a secret crush on Dexter. It's really just the moment in the opening credits when he's pulling the shirt over his head... But every time my breath catches. Hahaha.
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Re: Personality quirks you wish you could fix
Ahh, I'm also too much of an open book. I wish I would keep my mouth shut. ...
Ahh, I'm also too much of an open book. I wish I would keep my mouth shut.
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Re: Is Misc being moved to CF or not?
I really don't like that the active topics are separate ...
I really don't like that the active topics are separate
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Re: Is Misc being moved to CF or not?
If they aren't going to be shared the. What's the point of having them connected? Kind of defeats the purpose if you ask me. Either...
If they aren't going to be shared the. What's the point of having them connected? Kind of defeats the purpose if you ask me. Either create 2 separate forums altogether or have them linked (aside from baby/wedding specifics)
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Re: Is Misc being moved to CF or not?
Ooooooh!!!! Thanks Aquablue! ...
Ooooooh!!!! Thanks Aquablue!
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Macaroot
I started taking macaroot about a month ago at the recommendation of my cousin who is a nutritionist. My hormones were all over the place...
I started taking macaroot about a month ago at the recommendation of my cousin who is a nutritionist. My hormones were all over the place around the time of AF and I was unable to control my emotions, etc - felt like a crazy person.
Since starting, I feel a lot more balanced and stable, yet AF has been all out of wack (it was late, then lasted a day, then started fully a week later and lasted a full week...). MIL saw me taking them and expressed concern about me taking something that interferes with my hormones at all without consulting a doc first, natural or not.
Anyways, wondering if anyone else has taken them or knows more about them. Should I be more cautious about taking natural things?
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Re: Is Misc being moved to CF or not?
I thought it was supposed to be inclusive of families without children based on pre-apocalypse convo, but after the change was made the blurb about...
I thought it was supposed to be inclusive of families without children based on pre-apocalypse convo, but after the change was made the blurb about who CF was for only included those ttc and beyond.
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Re: Do you not love your job?
I've been running an in home daycare for the last year and before I started, I was sure I'd LOVE it. Then I started and...
I've been running an in home daycare for the last year and before I started, I was sure I'd LOVE it. Then I started and am always at home, ALWAYS surrounded by children (DS stays when the others leave :P), I'm a WAHM, and a housewife. I do all the cleaning and cooking and have no choice because if I don't, my business suffers. I've burnt out fast.
I'm currently studying photography and am switching careers - I need something that's mine and that gets me out and away.
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Re: CanFam has announced the forums on their FB
Anyone think that maybe they're trying to get rid of those of us who are already married, trying to reclaim the forum as a wedding...
Anyone think that maybe they're trying to get rid of those of us who are already married, trying to reclaim the forum as a wedding forum? While planning my wedding, I originally came here to get help, but ended up using the forum mostly for entertainment purposes. Misc is the only zone that gets a ton of traffic (aside from BB).
Maybe they're splitting it so that they can get the demographics they want - those who are engaged, those planning on having a family, and those with children already.
It sucks but... It makes sense.
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Re: You know what's missing...
Honestly, I was going to post more about my wedding but it just seemed like it would go unnoticed and be a waste of time....
Honestly, I was going to post more about my wedding but it just seemed like it would go unnoticed and be a waste of time. I was really disappointed by the lack of activity in the DW area and didn't connect with posters who were getting married too.
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Re: How do you wash your Bras??
Washer, airdry. Don't have time to hand wash. ...
Washer, airdry. Don't have time to hand wash.
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Re: What is your messy household habit?
I leave clothes scattered around the bedroom, and tend to leave empty jars in the cupboards. DH stacks dirty dishes in the sink instead of...
I leave clothes scattered around the bedroom, and tend to leave empty jars in the cupboards.
DH stacks dirty dishes in the sink instead of putting them in the dishwasher, and ALWAYS gets crumbs all over the couch. And he leaves his sleeves rolled up and things inside out when throwing them into the hamper.
Grrrr...
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Re: Do you believe in ghosts?
I believe! I swear that the house we lived in when I was 14 was haunted. Specifically my bedroom. ...
I believe! I swear that the house we lived in when I was 14 was haunted. Specifically my bedroom.
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Re: Anyone NOT have an At Home Reception?
We didn't!!! ...
We didn't!!!
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Re: *Spin* - Where to buy a good bathing suit?
I recently bought Victoria secret bathing suits and LOVE them. They fit so well and are very flattering. ...
I recently bought Victoria secret bathing suits and LOVE them. They fit so well and are very flattering.
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Re: Do you wear a bikini?
I only wear bikinis. I've tried one pieces but my torso is long and I have never found one I liked. ...
I only wear bikinis. I've tried one pieces but my torso is long and I have never found one I liked.
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Re: 10 things that you always have on hand
Juice for DS Peanut butter Coffee Bread Crackers Cheese Apples Rice Tomatoes Pasta ...
Juice for DS
Peanut butter
Coffee
Bread
Crackers
Cheese
Apples
Rice
Tomatoes
Pasta
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Re: Crock pot 7qt - what can I cook in it?
Awesome! Thank you! I will be ordering that book on Amazon! ...
Awesome! Thank you! I will be ordering that book on Amazon!
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Crock pot 7qt - what can I cook in it?
I know this is could go in recipe swap, but wanted to get more responses! I just got a 7 qt Crock Pot and am...
I know this is could go in recipe swap, but wanted to get more responses!
I just got a 7 qt Crock Pot and am desperate for some recipes. I'm a little nervous about it's size as it seems like most people in the crock pot recipe thread have smaller ones. Does anyone have recipes to share for such a large size?
Thanks!
ETA: Also, any recipe books recommendations are appreciated!
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Re: Forums switching to Canadian family?
(regarding Ceph's posts!) ETA: it seems strange that everything would stay the same and essentially just be available on two sites. Doesn't that seem strange?...
(regarding Ceph's posts!)
ETA: it seems strange that everything would stay the same and essentially just be available on two sites. Doesn't that seem strange?
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Re: Have you/ would you eat horse?
Haven't, but would. ...
Haven't, but would.
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Re: PLEASE HELP - My DH has been missing for 4 days
Uuuugh I was really hoping to see a positive update. Thinking of you and sending positive vibes your way. I hope he's found safe ASAP....
Uuuugh I was really hoping to see a positive update.
Thinking of you and sending positive vibes your way. I hope he's found safe ASAP.
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Re: Dad shoots daughters laptop over FB letter posted
I heart Irish and her advice has helped me many times. That is all. ...
I heart Irish and her advice has helped me many times.
That is all.
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Re: Are you a "Mean Girl?"
See, I find assumptions based on culture a lot more surprising and offensive than people noticing names that may sound funny based on their similarities...
See, I find assumptions based on culture a lot more surprising and offensive than people noticing names that may sound funny based on their similarities to words when spoken.
I agree that future generations are going to be increasingly accepting, but you do realize that the silliness in the other thread is not derived solely from diverse cultural names, but from immature sexual innuendos? It's silly.
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Re: Are you a "Mean Girl?"
... I contributed a name I remembered from high school that I remember giggling about, to a silly thread with a bunch of strangers. I...
... I contributed a name I remembered from high school that I remember giggling about, to a silly thread with a bunch of strangers. I never made fun of her, I treated her, the person, with respect in high school.
My MIL's name is F.ahemeh. One of my favourite women in the whole world is named M.ahboubeh. There are F.ariba and R.oughie. M.ajid. A.ssal. A.rash.They're beautiful names - did I have a hard time with pronunciations in thr beginning? Yes. Do people make fun of their names? Yes. Do they care? NO. They are proud of their culture and who they are! Who cares what other people think/say/do? DH pokes fun and brushes it off.
I think the fact that you are surprised that I'm married to an Iranian because he has different views from your Iranian DH offensive. Really?
I'm done with this thread. You're telling me that none of you have ever giggled, joked, teased, in regards to a name? Ever?
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Re: Are you a "Mean Girl?"
I'm in! ...
I'm in!
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Re: Are you a "Mean Girl?"
I guess I effed the poll when I said I wasn't a mean girl. I giggled every time A.nita K.um was read off the attendance...
I guess I effed the poll when I said I wasn't a mean girl. I giggled every time A.nita K.um was read off the attendance as a 14 year old.
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Re: Are you a "Mean Girl?"
... Wow. Ridiculousness, all around. ...
... Wow. Ridiculousness, all around.
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Re: Are you a "Mean Girl?"
No? It's not an excuse to be mean, it's a reality of life. Some people are mean. It's up to individuals to protect and respect...
No? It's not an excuse to be mean, it's a reality of life. Some people are mean. It's up to individuals to protect and respect themselves, and seek help when they need to. If having your name made fun of is the worst of your worries, you've got to acknowledge how lucky you are (general you, not referring to anyone specific).
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Re: Are you a "Mean Girl?"
You know what, it would really depend on the person. I would expect that the majority would roll their eyes, think "heard it all before",...
You know what, it would really depend on the person. I would expect that the majority would roll their eyes, think "heard it all before", laugh it off and move on. Everyone's name has been made fun of at some point. Children are cruel.
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