oldwomanc6 65 #1 April 9, 2012 There are so many times that I would like to participate here, but it becomes a name-calling insult-fest. One thing I have noticed is that the more incognito one is the more likely one is to be abusive and start a circular argument. That seems useless, self-defeating, and frustrating (to say the least). I'm as transparent here as anybody (maybe more), and I am asking for others to do the same. I'm wondering how difficult it would be to address someone by their name, and then sign your name to it in ownership? Oh, and if you are firing off answers too fast to do that, then you aren't taking ownership of said answers (and you are often blithering, or arguing for the sake of argument). That being said, I would like to hear from you folks, here. If you answer on this thread, please be kind enough to pick a name that you claim and can be addressed by. lisalisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chutem 0 #2 April 9, 2012 Lisa, sounds like a good concept. I have noticed that when some of the posters start using each others names it is done in a condescending manner. James edit spelling Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #3 April 9, 2012 Quote Lisa, sounds like a good concept. I have noticed that when some of the posters start using each others names it is done in a condecending manner. What the hell you talking' 'bout there, Jimmy? My name . . . as it always has been.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chutem 0 #4 April 9, 2012 Quote Quote Lisa, sounds like a good concept. I have noticed that when some of the posters start using each others names it is done in a condecending manner. What the hell you talking' 'bout there, Jimmy? My name . . . as it always has been. Left myself wide open for that one, eh Pablo. Atleast I didn't get a condescending remark over my spelling of condescending. James Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,644 #5 April 9, 2012 Personally, I think it's kind of weird Wendy P. There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #6 April 9, 2012 Quote Personally, I think it's kind of weird Wendy P. Only jackasses do that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #7 April 9, 2012 One of the reasons my profile is accurate (except that the DZ listed is now closed) is because it keeps me honest. If I get really obnoxious or abrasive, I'm not all that hard to find. I have a funy feeling something I wrote on here motivated someone to "report" my facebook profile as abusive. This is the only forum I regularly post to, and I almost never post on facebook. There are a couple of the usual suspects here that engage in useless arguments, pointless bickering and stupid name calling. Several of them are very open about who they are. I've met a couple and they seem to be nice folks in person. Sometimes it seems like writing on a keyboard and simply seeing words on a screen allow people to forget there is an actual person on the other end. That can be true with e-mail exchanges as well as forum discussions. The lack of personal contact makes determining intent and emotions very difficult and allows for easy misunderstandings. And some people just refuse to admit that they may be wrong about something and any dispute or disagreement is taken as a personal attack. Joe"There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #8 April 9, 2012 QuoteOne of the reasons my profile is accurate (except that the DZ listed is now closed) is because it keeps me honest. If I get really obnoxious or abrasive, I'm not all that hard to find. I have a funy feeling something I wrote on here motivated someone to "report" my facebook profile as abusive. This is the only forum I regularly post to, and I almost never post on facebook. That's the problem. It's not about keeping you honest, but the problem with others on the forum that canNOT separate internet banter for reality. PhillyKev lost his job this way and I removed most identifying marks thereafter. When I was actively jumping, those around me knew who I was, but some hothead half way across the country doesn't really need to. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #9 April 9, 2012 Quote Quote Personally, I think it's kind of weird Wendy P. Only jackasses do that. Leave Vinny out of this... Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #10 April 10, 2012 Whilst, my screen name is Squeak, and i garner a certain amount of anonymity from it. Should you ever meet me in person I will be introduced as Squeak. It's the name i go by in skydiving. To the point of me having it on all my kit as well as T-shirt with me name and stolen logo on it. I'll not post anything on these forums that i will not account for in person. I would hope that those who know me can attest to this. Could be mistaken though You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDekker 1,465 #11 April 10, 2012 QuoteThat's the problem. It's not about keeping you honest, but the problem with others on the forum that canNOT separate internet banter for reality. PhillyKev lost his job this way and I removed most identifying marks thereafter. When I was actively jumping, those around me knew who I was, but some hothead half way across the country doesn't really need to. This. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonD1120 62 #12 April 10, 2012 I support your wishes. Incognito posters are a pet peeve of mine. I am wide open and honest and, I'm a flack magnet.Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 3 #13 April 10, 2012 I thought that was "chick magnet". Clarify. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RonD1120 62 #14 April 10, 2012 QuoteI thought that was "chick magnet". Clarify. Oh, those days are long gone, if they ever existed at all.Look for the shiny things of God revealed by the Holy Spirit. They only last for an instant but it is a Holy Instant. Let your soul absorb them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 65 #15 April 10, 2012 Quote I support your wishes. Incognito posters are a pet peeve of mine. I am wide open and honest and, I'm a flack magnet. Ron, thanks. The other half is that by addressing each other as people we remember that there really is a human being on the other end of the "conversation" who deserves courtesy just as we ourselves would wish to be treated, regardless of the opinions being stated. lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #16 April 13, 2012 this seems to have gone over well Lisa You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 65 #17 April 13, 2012 Quote this seems to have gone over well Lisa Smarty-pants! lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #18 April 14, 2012 Only the ones who know who I am know who I am. My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #19 April 15, 2012 Quote Only the ones who know who I am know who I am. i know who you are, yet dont know who you are.You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
