Second Life Forums Archive - YIKES!! They babysitting the forums now?

David Valentino

Nicely Wicked

Join date: 1 Jan 2004

Posts: 2,941

01-25-2006 23:16

I'm still puzzled why anyone would want the position...

But congrats to those selected. Looking at the list I'd say we were blessed by LL's selection.

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David Lamoreaux

Owner - Perilous Pleasures and Extreme Erotica Gallery

David Valentino

Nicely Wicked

Join date: 1 Jan 2004

Posts: 2,941

01-25-2006 23:27

Ok..if they have so many volunteers..how are folks that didn't volunteer being selected as moderators?? LOL..FIC bastages!!

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David Lamoreaux

Owner - Perilous Pleasures and Extreme Erotica Gallery

Cybin Monde

Resident Moderator (?)

Join date: 27 Jan 2004

Posts: 2,468

to calm a few fears

01-25-2006 23:48

i understand the concern over possible abuse of moderation powers, but i would like to help reassure everyone that we have not been given free reign to do as we please and will be held accountable for our actions.

From: someone

Any disciplinary problems within the forum moderation community will be dealt with swiftly and any misuse of moderation abilities will result in a loss of volunteer status and possible disciplinary actions.

sure, a ResMod could abuse his/her powers, but according to the cost specified above.. i would hope that nobody will expose themselves to such disciplinary actions just for some small personal gain/vendetta/etc..

so far, it seems we are seeing a positive initial reaction by those chosen. those who don't believe they are a proper choice are backing out, those who don't believe they can devote enough of their time to be effective are also declining.. then there are those of us forging ahead in this new frontier and hope to do a fair and decent job of it.

i would also like to encourage everyone to comment on whatever may transpire in the coming weeks in a constructive manner. critiquing the jobs being done in a fair manner and letting us know where we may be straying or where we may be able to do a better job.

i hope, along with the rest of you, that this turns out well and will help to bolster a more positive and encouraging set of forums. at the same time, i hope that the level of freedom that we're all used to remains unhindered.. and in a best case scenario, even strengthened.

in closing, i'd like to congratulate all those chosen and wish everyone luck with the ensuing headaches.

-

oh, and David, they were considering Resident Moderation back in 2004. so this program has been a long time in the making and i'm assuming there has been a list in the making all along.. from what i've read though, it's something that has been more wholly contructed by The Community Team. (with that being said, i wouldn't consider myself FIC, so.. no worries there.)

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- Philip Linden

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Lash Xevious

Gooberly

Join date: 8 May 2004

Posts: 1,348

01-26-2006 00:16

Oy vey.

My initial reaction when I got the notecard was, "Holy shit, why did they choose me?" And now it's more like, "Holy crap. They chose ME." I was only 10% serious in my post to volunteer, and ... sheesh, I was a snarky lil bastard back in the day.

For me it's just another two weeks doing what I normally do, which's staying away from dramah and posting in threads that I find interesting/funny. And that's basically what they encouraged.

But yes, upon receiving the news, I laughed, I cried, I peed. I did.

Joy Honey

Not just another dumass

Join date: 17 Jun 2005

Posts: 3,751

01-26-2006 00:30

From: Lash Xevious

But yes, upon receiving the news, I laughed, I cried, I peed. I did.

Thanks for sharing

gratz to all a ya

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Reality continues to ruin my life. - Calvin

You have delighted us long enough. - Jane Austen

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Alan Kiesler

Retired Resident

Join date: 29 Jun 2004

Posts: 354

01-26-2006 01:25

I've read everything I can that got referenced, thought about it for awhile, and eventually accepted. And I don't think anyone who knows me here would be surprised about that.

I understand the concerns Hiro and others bring up. Cybin answers that better than I ever could on this subject, so I'll just add my own small notes -

My take is simple, I'm tied more to Uru than SL, hands down. Its given me an interesting view on this amazing place, and the differences in forum attitude are like night and day as well. Actually, was a severe bit of culture shock coming here, in more ways than one (and thank GOD for my prior interaction in Notebook Forums' Off-topic or I'd have been completely off-kilter on arrival)...

I've had my rocky periods, like anyone else would, but I've done my darndest to stay as polite and forthright as I can. Even on my weblog, and even on *gasp* IRC. Tis just my nature.

Anyway, enough rambles. Have fun y'all, :link:

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Timothy S. Kimball (RL) -- aka 'Alan Kiesler'
The Kind Healer -- http://sungak.net

No ending is EVER written; Communities will continue on their own.

Siggy Romulus

DILLIGAF

Join date: 22 Sep 2003

Posts: 5,711

01-26-2006 03:19

I was nominated many times - it gives me great confidence in LL to NOT see my name on that list.

As for who got it - congrats to those that wanted the position.

Will it help?

I don't care - I'm waiting on baited breath to see the brainsnap on Prok's blog!

Woot I predict a very long diatribe brought to you by the letters F , I , and C

Siggy.

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From: Jesse Linden

I, for one, am highly un-helped by this thread

Hiro Pendragon

bye bye f0rums!

Join date: 22 Jan 2004

Posts: 5,905

01-26-2006 06:22

From: Siggy Romulus

I don't care - I'm waiting on baited breath to see the brainsnap on (SOMEONE)'s blog!

Did you have to go and spoil a nice thread by dropping the p-bomb?

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Hiro Pendragon
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Nolan Nash

Frischer Frosch

Join date: 15 May 2003

Posts: 7,141

01-26-2006 07:04

This ought to be great catalyst for some interesting 3rd party site debate.

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Lecktor Hannibal

YOUR MOM

Join date: 1 Jul 2004

Posts: 6,734

01-26-2006 07:08

From: Introvert Petunia

/me rushes to look for the "drop current partner like a hot potato" button.

Aimee, did you ever know that you're my hero? You're everything I wish I could be; I could fly higher than an eagle; you are the purple wings above my wind. (Siggy and Leck, don't even think about "wind" jokes; this is serious stuph).

Holey Krist! /barf

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YOUR MOM says, 'Come visit us at SC MKII http://secondcitizen.net '

From: Khamon Fate

Oh, Lecktor, you're terrible.

Bikers have more fun than people !

Rickard Roentgen

Renaissance Punk

Join date: 4 Apr 2004

Posts: 1,869

01-26-2006 10:31

From: Aimee Weber

I would also like to take this moment to congratulate Introvert Petunia who I have officially selected to be my significant other!!! <3 <3 *hugs Introvert*

Now, I know there has been a whole lot of people out there courting me, and they really really showed how much they care for me with all their love and affection. But I decided to go with Introvert who barely knows who I am and may not even like me!

<3

What will Cat say!?!?!

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YIKES!! They babysitting the forums now?
David Valentino Nicely Wicked Join date: 1 Jan 2004 Posts: 2,941	01-25-2006 23:16 I'm still puzzled why anyone would want the position... But congrats to those selected. Looking at the list I'd say we were blessed by LL's selection. _____________________ David Lamoreaux Owner - Perilous Pleasures and Extreme Erotica Gallery
David Valentino Nicely Wicked Join date: 1 Jan 2004 Posts: 2,941	01-25-2006 23:27 Ok..if they have so many volunteers..how are folks that didn't volunteer being selected as moderators?? LOL..FIC bastages!! _____________________ David Lamoreaux Owner - Perilous Pleasures and Extreme Erotica Gallery
Cybin Monde Resident Moderator (?) Join date: 27 Jan 2004 Posts: 2,468	to calm a few fears 01-25-2006 23:48 i understand the concern over possible abuse of moderation powers, but i would like to help reassure everyone that we have not been given free reign to do as we please and will be held accountable for our actions. From: someone Any disciplinary problems within the forum moderation community will be dealt with swiftly and any misuse of moderation abilities will result in a loss of volunteer status and possible disciplinary actions. sure, a ResMod could abuse his/her powers, but according to the cost specified above.. i would hope that nobody will expose themselves to such disciplinary actions just for some small personal gain/vendetta/etc.. so far, it seems we are seeing a positive initial reaction by those chosen. those who don't believe they are a proper choice are backing out, those who don't believe they can devote enough of their time to be effective are also declining.. then there are those of us forging ahead in this new frontier and hope to do a fair and decent job of it. i would also like to encourage everyone to comment on whatever may transpire in the coming weeks in a constructive manner. critiquing the jobs being done in a fair manner and letting us know where we may be straying or where we may be able to do a better job. i hope, along with the rest of you, that this turns out well and will help to bolster a more positive and encouraging set of forums. at the same time, i hope that the level of freedom that we're all used to remains unhindered.. and in a best case scenario, even strengthened. in closing, i'd like to congratulate all those chosen and wish everyone luck with the ensuing headaches. - oh, and David, they were considering Resident Moderation back in 2004. so this program has been a long time in the making and i'm assuming there has been a list in the making all along.. from what i've read though, it's something that has been more wholly contructed by The Community Team. (with that being said, i wouldn't consider myself FIC, so.. no worries there.) _____________________ "We, as developers, are doing the easy part – building the scaffolding for a new world. You, as the engines of creation, must breathe life into it." - Philip Linden "There is no life I know to compare with pure imagination. Living there, you'll be free if you truly wish to be." - Willy Wonka (circa 1971) SecondSpace (http://groups.myspace.com/secondspace) : MySpace group for SLers.
Lash Xevious Gooberly Join date: 8 May 2004 Posts: 1,348	01-26-2006 00:16 Oy vey. My initial reaction when I got the notecard was, "Holy shit, why did they choose me?" And now it's more like, "Holy crap. They chose ME." I was only 10% serious in my post to volunteer, and ... sheesh, I was a snarky lil bastard back in the day. For me it's just another two weeks doing what I normally do, which's staying away from dramah and posting in threads that I find interesting/funny. And that's basically what they encouraged. But yes, upon receiving the news, I laughed, I cried, I peed. I did.
Joy Honey Not just another dumass Join date: 17 Jun 2005 Posts: 3,751	01-26-2006 00:30 From: Lash Xevious But yes, upon receiving the news, I laughed, I cried, I peed. I did. Thanks for sharing gratz to all a ya _____________________ Reality continues to ruin my life. - Calvin You have delighted us long enough. - Jane Austen Sometimes I need what only you can provide: your absence. - Ashleigh Brilliant
Alan Kiesler Retired Resident Join date: 29 Jun 2004 Posts: 354	01-26-2006 01:25 I've read everything I can that got referenced, thought about it for awhile, and eventually accepted. And I don't think anyone who knows me here would be surprised about that. I understand the concerns Hiro and others bring up. Cybin answers that better than I ever could on this subject, so I'll just add my own small notes - My take is simple, I'm tied more to Uru than SL, hands down. Its given me an interesting view on this amazing place, and the differences in forum attitude are like night and day as well. Actually, was a severe bit of culture shock coming here, in more ways than one (and thank GOD for my prior interaction in Notebook Forums' Off-topic or I'd have been completely off-kilter on arrival)... I've had my rocky periods, like anyone else would, but I've done my darndest to stay as polite and forthright as I can. Even on my weblog, and even on gasp IRC. Tis just my nature. Anyway, enough rambles. Have fun y'all, :link: _____________________ Timothy S. Kimball (RL) -- aka 'Alan Kiesler' The Kind Healer -- http://sungak.net No ending is EVER written; Communities will continue on their own.
Siggy Romulus DILLIGAF Join date: 22 Sep 2003 Posts: 5,711	01-26-2006 03:19 I was nominated many times - it gives me great confidence in LL to NOT see my name on that list. As for who got it - congrats to those that wanted the position. Will it help? I don't care - I'm waiting on baited breath to see the brainsnap on Prok's blog! Woot I predict a very long diatribe brought to you by the letters F , I , and C Siggy. _____________________ The Second Life forums are living proof as to why it's illegal for people to have sex with farm animals. From: Jesse Linden I, for one, am highly un-helped by this thread
Hiro Pendragon bye bye f0rums! Join date: 22 Jan 2004 Posts: 5,905	01-26-2006 06:22 From: Siggy Romulus I don't care - I'm waiting on baited breath to see the brainsnap on (SOMEONE)'s blog! Did you have to go and spoil a nice thread by dropping the p-bomb? _____________________ Hiro Pendragon ------------------ http://www.involve3d.com - Involve - Metaverse / Emerging Media Studio Visit my SL blog: http://secondtense.blogspot.com
Nolan Nash Frischer Frosch Join date: 15 May 2003 Posts: 7,141	01-26-2006 07:04 This ought to be great catalyst for some interesting 3rd party site debate. _____________________ “Time's fun when you're having flies.” ~Kermit
Lecktor Hannibal YOUR MOM Join date: 1 Jul 2004 Posts: 6,734	01-26-2006 07:08 From: Introvert Petunia /me rushes to look for the "drop current partner like a hot potato" button. Aimee, did you ever know that you're my hero? You're everything I wish I could be; I could fly higher than an eagle; you are the purple wings above my wind. (Siggy and Leck, don't even think about "wind" jokes; this is serious stuph). Holey Krist! /barf _____________________ YOUR MOM says, 'Come visit us at SC MKII http://secondcitizen.net ' From: Khamon Fate Oh, Lecktor, you're terrible. Bikers have more fun than people !
Rickard Roentgen Renaissance Punk Join date: 4 Apr 2004 Posts: 1,869	01-26-2006 10:31 From: Aimee Weber I would also like to take this moment to congratulate Introvert Petunia who I have officially selected to be my significant other!!! <3 <3 hugs Introvert Now, I know there has been a whole lot of people out there courting me, and they really really showed how much they care for me with all their love and affection. But I decided to go with Introvert who barely knows who I am and may not even like me! <3 What will Cat say!?!?! _____________________

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