ThurgreedMarshall
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Location: New York fuckin' City
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:29 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Thurgreed's breast-to-hip/waist ratios; the Family
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robustpuppy wrote:
1. Don't you mean "in which" ?
Yep.
robustpuppy wrote:
2. Is a spectrum by definition full, notwithstanding the frequent use of modifiers before it?
No. I am referring to this definition: "A broad sequence or range of related qualities, ideas, or activities: the whole spectrum of 20th-century thought." [emphasis added.] It is quite possible to have a partial spectrum. If you are arguing that my sentence implied that I was referring to the full spectrum and thus didn't need the word, "full," I wouldn't argue with you.
robustpuppy wrote:
3. Can't something be more memorable then something else, in that the memories of it are fuller, more vivid, more detailed?
For example, if I were to rank FB posts along the full spectrum of memorableness, TM's polemics on breasts, particularly the posts about the jiggliness factor ("compare an 18 year old's breasts to a 35 year old's") are more memorable than the "craziest thing you ever did while drunk" or wedding invitation RSVP-card-or-no posts, but less memorable than multo's t-f post.
She didn't say, "more memorable," did she? "Very memorable" sounds stupid. Do you remember it? Yes. I remember it a lot. Can something have a bigger impact on your memory than other things? Yez.
Now, to move on to the bigger issue here. You are pointing out my inconsistencies. I have rules and try to impose them on others but am myself, deeply flawed.
No shit.
I do not bitch and moan about every single grammatical error. I point out stuff that hurts my ears. If you're trying to match me in my randomness, good luck. If you're trying to teach me a lesson, forget it. I am almost as hard headed as paigow.
But, I think your last post was on the way to being funny. And I welcome all clever critique of my crap. So, bring it.
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Replaced_Texan
I am simply a cog in the Lawtalk Machine
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 67
Location: Deep in the heart
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:30 pm__ _Post subject: Selective Scrolling
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MangoLassi wrote:
If there were some easier way in this new format (in contrast to on the Infirmation board) to skip lengthy posts not of interest, none of this would be an issue.
I've been using a format similar to this one for seven years, so maybe selective scrolling is something that I've forgotten is a learned skill. I find it much easier to scan a post and figure out whether or not I need to read it and scroll on by in less than half a second in a format like this one than on the Infirmation boards where I routinely hit "next" and hope that the post that came up next was one I'd be interested in. I think that the avatars are rather helpful in flagging a post by someone that I routinely read, regardless of subject matter.Back to top
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lawyer_princess
I am simply a cog in the Lawtalk Machine
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Posts: 14
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:31 pm__ _Post subject:
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Trenyce was my favorite before last night and still is. Ruben was also great. I don't fault Clay for singing Broadway Motown because he didn't pick the genre. Same for Josh to a lesser extent. I thought Vanessa was pretty good and couldn't believe they picked on her pitch but didn't say anything to Corey who was flatter than Illinois. Anyway, both of them have loser personalities so no tears when they go. Kim L was probably the worst of the night, with Julie close. Carmen was slightly passable because she used her annoying munchkin vibrato only twice, very briefly and early on. Kim C was decent, at least as pretty and talented as Britney, FWIW. Charles made me seasick with all the bouncing. Rickey deserves another chance.Back to top
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ThurgreedMarshall
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Location: New York fuckin' City
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:38 pm__ _Post subject: Re: No
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MangoLassi wrote:
So, the point of separate forums for separate topics is . . . is what? That there actually IS a separate forum for sports is just a coincidence I guess. Maybe we should do away with all the forums on this board.
Maybe we should.
MangoLassi wrote:
If there were some easier way in this new format (in contrast to on the Infirmation board) to skip lengthy posts not of interest, none of this would be an issue.
And yet there isn't an easier way. And apparently it's only an issue to you, so stop whining.
MangoLassi wrote:
Oh, and I missed the rule that this board had a membership limited to the Infirmation participants. My mistake!
No rule. I was just wondering if someone who actually knew how the board worked would ask such a stupid question. Alternatively, I was wondering why someone who was so new would make the following statement:
"Oh, and sports fans: You might want to use the Tailgate forum"
Welcome to the new board, assjack.
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Viet_Mom
Just Getting Started
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 5
Location: Bent over top of crib in catatonic state at 3 am giving bottle to screeching but cute baby.
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:38 pm__ _Post subject: Up Do
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Hi. New Mom here. Sleep deprived and trying to disguise it and look put together at work. There's no way I can do the blow out/smooth thing on the hair in the am anymore (Hair: very thick; a few inches below shoulders). I'm looking to wear it up in a simple elegant style without looking like those god awful "buns" from the 70's. Right now I scoop it up in a ponytail, put it through again halfway and hide the mess by placing a silk scrungey around it. The bangs stay out. Any advice on where to look to find out how to put one's hair up nicely buy easily? Thanks!!Back to top
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SlaveNoMore
Consigliere
Joined: 06 Mar 2003
Posts: 62
Location: Cocktail Lounge
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:42 pm__ _Post subject: Since you asked so nicely...
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MangoLassi wrote:
You might want to use the Tailgate forum, which was created especially for you.
Although I have to concur with your general sentiment that sports should be discussed on the sports Board -- may I humbly remind you that we weren't talking about sports.
We were discussing HOCKEY - the official sport of the "FB"
So....in essence, No.
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paigowprincess
Beyond Category
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 116
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:42 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Misunderstanding
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MangoLassi wrote:
Mister_Ruysbroeck wrote:
Mango - this is meant to be the free-wheeling FB. Any and all topics are welcome here.
And re: the creation of additional topics, I don't think we want to do that. It causes the discussion to become to disjointed. It's better for the community if everyone's on the same page, both literally and figuratively.
My apologies. I understood that a freewheeling discussion was the point of the Watercooler forum. I thought a board called Fashionistas actually had to do with fashion and, as advertised, sex.
Re disjointed discussions: I think I know what you're trying to say, but the reason I made the suggestion is the whiplash I've gotten transitioning among "all topics" discussed here. Disjointing. Owww!
Mango. All are welcome here, even if I hate them. Not you , dear. I dont know you. Here is a good rule of thumb. It the topic lacks any intellectual or redeeming flavor, it belongs here. This board is the junkfood and booze of the Lawtalking diet. Politics is like the nicotine of the lawtalkers. Some people are really fired up about it, but it isnt good for them and it tends to annoy others so they need their own separate space. The Watercooler is your food pyramid. The essentials- firm talk and other related matters. Really, it is what we need to get by, what we all have in common and what we ulitmately live on . It just isnt always that tasty or delicious.
Of course, this might mean that the FB book club bleongs elsewhere bc there may be some intellect in reading some of the things disucssed (not Wally Lamb btw- I read that book about the fattie and thought it was pure hooey). But remember, there is calcium in a Caucasian.
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Tyrone_Slothrop
I post, ergo I am
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 244
Location: Somewhere in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:45 pm__ _Post subject:
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MangoLassi -- you're not really here until you've been flamed by TM and received a slightly incoherent post from PP. So, welcome.Back to top
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MangoLassi
What's in a rank?
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 64
Location: Imperial Rome
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:47 pm__ _Post subject: Now I See . . .
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Thurgreed wrote:
And yet there isn't an easier way. And apparently it's only an issue to you, so stop whining...
No rule. I was just wondering if someone who actually knew how the board worked would ask such a stupid question. Alternatively, I was wondering why someone who was so new would make the following statement:
"Oh, and sports fans: You might want to use the Tailgate forum"
Welcome to the new board, assjack
TM
Now I get how tolerant of, um, everything this forum is.
(I fixed fucked-up code - not7yS)
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paigowprincess
Beyond Category
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Posts: 116
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:49 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Selective Scrolling
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Replaced_Texan wrote:
MangoLassi wrote:
If there were some easier way in this new format (in contrast to on the Infirmation board) to skip lengthy posts not of interest, none of this would be an issue.
I think that the avatars are rather helpful in flagging a post by someone that I routinely read, regardless of subject matter.
I have never said this before, but, Word. This is why I love the avatars. That and I love seeing Maude. It makes me think of vaginas. Maybe I will get my hair cut like hers. Would this look good?Back to top
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bold_n_brazen
I Sure Do Post A Lot
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 51
Location: At the Gas n' Sip
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:50 pm__ _Post subject: Re: No
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MangoLassi wrote:
ThurgreedMarshall wrote:
Paigow is right. No separate boards for sports and TV and whatever. This is the FB. As long as you're not posting politics (and even some of that is okay) and firm info, it goes here.
Thurgreed(were you even on the old board?)Marshall
So, the point of separate forums for separate topics is . . . is what? That there actually IS a separate forum for sports is just a coincidence I guess. Maybe we should do away with all the forums on this board.
If there were some easier way in this new format (in contrast to on the Infirmation board) to skip lengthy posts not of interest, none of this would be an issue.
Oh, and I missed the rule that this board had a membership limited to the Infirmation participants. My mistake!
Paigow is right!!!! Has anyone noticed the amazing frequency of this comment being made since we've moved? My new best friend is always right!
The point of seperate forums, my dear Mango, is that people who ONLY want to discuss sports go the the sports board. But here, in the Land of Fashion, we like to discuss EVERYTHING (except politics, December RotAF's lover, and LadyVal's boyfriend's big toe.....well OK, politics). We're multicultural here.
I for one love to read the sports, books, and TV threads here. I wouldn't go to the sports Board, or to a TV board, because I only care as much as is required here (which is generally very little).
There's no rule about membership being limited (although membership does have its privileges) so don't go getting all snarky here. It's just that folks here resent intruders who try to change the way it's been done. Fuck, that's why we have this new fucking board (which is TITS by the way). And since you haven't been around before, folks will bristle if you try to *improve* their little corner of the universe.
That is all.
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barely_legal
Reality show contestant stalker
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 39
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:50 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Misunderstanding
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paigowprincess wrote:
Of course, this might mean that the FB book club bleongs elsewhere bc there may be some intellect in reading some of the things disucssed (not Wally Lamb btw- I read that book about the fattie and thought it was pure hooey). But remember, there is calcium in a Caucasian.
Only you could read She's Come Undone and characterize it as "that book about the fattie".
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MangoLassi
What's in a rank?
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 64
Location: Imperial Rome
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:51 pm__ _Post subject:
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Uhhh, Sorry 'Bout the Bizarre Format of That Last Post . . .
And thanks for the lesson in the board's background and philosophy everyone (except Thurgreed).
Humbly yours,
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pursejunkie
What's in a rank?
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 60
Location: playing with the dog
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:52 pm__ _Post subject: Mango's many questions
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First, Thurgreed, stop being such a playground bully. Picking on a new person and harping on your endless superiority as an original poster only make you sound like an ass. I don't expect some prissy polite tea party but at least have a good reason to be snarky.
Second, Mango, scanning the Re: lines will usually save you time. And you may in fact ultimately find it refreshing that a single post can veer from sex tips to fashion to bitch-slappin another poster to celebrity sleaze gossip rather'n having everyone separate every comment out into a separate forum.Back to top
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soup_sandwich
Just Getting Started
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 11
Location: Mid-Atlantic
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:54 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Selective Scrolling
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Replaced_Texan wrote:
I think that the avatars are rather helpful in flagging a post by someone that I routinely read, regardless of subject matter.
Do you read posts based on the author? And conversely, do you avoid posts writen by certain individuals? I read everything but hardly ever take notice of who wrote it, unless I reply to it. I wonder if the presence of the avatars will make me start skipping posts.Back to top
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Tyrone_Slothrop
I post, ergo I am
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 244
Location: Somewhere in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:54 pm__ _Post subject: Maude
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Maybe it's just my settings or something, but PP's avatar looks like a compressed, boring album cover to me. I gather it's supposed to look like this,
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Tyrone_Slothrop
I post, ergo I am
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 244
Location: Somewhere in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:56 pm__ _Post subject:
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Whoa, in a Keanu-like way. That's not what the picture looked like when I Previewed it.
Ah, fuck it, the picture can be seen here:
http://www.thedudeshouse.com/images/...t_bw_maude.jpg
(spree disc.: it's her)
[after more edits]
OK, now both PP's avatar and the picture I posted are both working, and The Dude's House logo is gone, gone, gone. Note to self -- no more hallucingens at work. The added efficiencies are not worth the stress.
[again]
Aaah, it's back. OK, someone is just fucking with me. I hope.
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paigowprincess
Beyond Category
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Posts: 116
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 1:59 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Misunderstanding
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barely_legal wrote:
paigowprincess wrote:
Of course, this might mean that the FB book club bleongs elsewhere bc there may be some intellect in reading some of the things disucssed (not Wally Lamb btw- I read that book about the fattie and thought it was pure hooey). But remember, there is calcium in a Caucasian.
Only you could read She's Come Undone and characterize it as "that book about the fattie".
Only from a Jaqueline Sussann fan
My dear, the difference between Wally Lamb is that he is self important despite the fact that he is a schlockster, where as the great Ms Susann (whose third book was a huge disappointment btw) was selfimportnat bc she was a schlockster. She knew schlock, she loved schlock and she lived schlock. Lamb eschews the schlock that he creates. Spare me.Back to top
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paigowprincess
Beyond Category
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Posts: 116
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:03 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Maude
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Tyrone_Slothrop wrote:
Maybe it's just my settings or something, but PP's avatar looks like a compressed, boring album cover to me. I gather it's supposed to look like this,
but I'm not getting that at all.
While I completely do not understand your post, I do notice that Maude's eyebrows appear to be uneven.Back to top
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Atticus_Grinch
Geeky Comic Dude
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 66
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:06 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Books
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Connect_the_Dots wrote:
Also, you might try "the Tao of Pooh", a book about a Taoist explaining its tenets to Winnie the Pooh. It is the closest thing to Taoism for Dummies.
A college friend of mine came into possession of an inscribed paperback copy of "The Tao of Pooh" that was exchanged between two undergraduate lovebirds who later slashed her parents' throats for attempting to stymie their relationship, sparking an international manhunt and lengthy extradition battle.
While there's no evidence these inamorati learned any lasting lesson from Pooh, the kids must have had a hell of a time cleaning up all the ch'i that runs out of two severed jugulars.Back to top
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Oliver_Wendell_Ramone
I am simply a cog in the Lawtalk Machine
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 23
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:19 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Misunderstanding
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paigowprincess wrote:
It the topic lacks any intellectual or redeeming flavor, it belongs here. This board is the junkfood and booze of the Lawtalking diet.
Are you suggesting that booze "lacks any intellectual or redeeming flavor"? Them's fightin' words.
And Paigow, your avatar looks nothing like Maude to me; just a fuzzy album cover. But, if I cut and paste the source, I can see the real picture. It's been a while since I saw the movie; why does Maude make you think of vaginas? Not that anyone needs a reason to think of vaginas. I think about vaginas pretty damn regularly.Back to top
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Tyrone_Slothrop
I post, ergo I am
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 244
Location: Somewhere in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:20 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Maude
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paigowprincess wrote:
Tyrone_Slothrop wrote:
Maybe it's just my settings or something, but PP's avatar looks like a compressed, boring album cover to me. I gather it's supposed to look like this,
but I'm not getting that at all.
While I completely do not understand your post, I do notice that Maude's eyebrows appear to be uneven.
On my screen, your avatar usually appears to be a compressed version of a banner from the site where you found that picture. To see the picture, I had to right-click on the avatar and select "Properties" and then paste the url of .jpg file into my browser.
I say usually because after I posted, it initially appeared the way it usually does. Then, when I reloaded the page, I saw the Maude picture all over -- your avatar, the image I posted, etc. But then I reloaded again and I was back to the banner. Which I can't find anywhere on that site, BTW.
I know at least someone else on the board has this problem because someone made a reference to it the other day.
T. (I feel like Oedipa Maas. Genghis Cohen and John Nefastis are going to appear any moment now.) S.Back to top
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ThurgreedMarshall
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Location: New York fuckin' City
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:22 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Now I See . . .
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MangoLassi wrote:
Now I get how tolerant of, um, everything this forum is.
Don't mistake me for this forum. I'm intolerant, the lion's share of posters here are not. And although I like to post here, no one really listens to me.
[quote="MangoLassi"]Sorry -- didn't realize it was so easy to get under your babysoft skin, Thurgreed!
Don't forget smooth.
And for what it's worth, "assjack" might as well be a term of affection here. I liked how you stood up for yourself without being a pain in the ass. And your first response to my ratio post was quite good.
MangoLassi wrote:
I'll be more gentle with you next time, I promise.
I always get this promise. It's always false.
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paigowprincess
Beyond Category
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Posts: 116
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:23 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Misunderstanding
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Oliver_Wendell_Ramone wrote:
paigowprincess wrote:
It the topic lacks any intellectual or redeeming flavor, it belongs here. This board is the junkfood and booze of the Lawtalking diet.
Are you suggesting that booze "lacks any intellectual or redeeming flavor"? Them's fightin' words.
And Paigow, your avatar looks nothing like Maude to me; just a fuzzy album cover. But, if I cut and paste the source, I can see the real picture. It's been a while since I saw the movie; why does Maude make you think of vaginas? Not that anyone needs a reason to think of vaginas. I think about vaginas pretty damn regularly.
My avatar shows up as Maude for me. It doesnt show up for everone else? Paging MR or someone who knows how to make these things work. How do I fix my avatar?
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SlaveNoMore
Consigliere
Joined: 06 Mar 2003
Posts: 62
Location: Cocktail Lounge
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:24 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Maude
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Tyrone_Slothrop wrote:
On my screen, your avatar usually appears to be a compressed version of a banner from the site where you found that picture. To see the picture, I had to right-click on the avatar and select "Properties" and then paste the url of .jpg file into my browser.
I know at least someone else on the board has this problem because someone made a reference to it the other day.
Yep. No Maude. Only something looking like a Filter CD cover.
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Leagleaze
It's good to be the queen
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Posts: 221
Location: Really far from anything fun
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:26 pm__ _Post subject:
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str8_outa_covina
I Sure Do Post A Lot
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 36
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:28 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Misunderstanding
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MangoLassi wrote:
Mister_Ruysbroeck wrote:
Mango - this is meant to be the free-wheeling FB. Any and all topics are welcome here.
And re: the creation of additional topics, I don't think we want to do that. It causes the discussion to become to disjointed. It's better for the community if everyone's on the same page, both literally and figuratively.
My apologies. I understood that a freewheeling discussion was the point of the Watercooler forum. I thought a board called Fashionistas actually had to do with fashion and, as advertised, sex.
Re disjointed discussions: I think I know what you're trying to say, but the reason I made the suggestion is the whiplash I've gotten transitioning among "all topics" discussed here. Disjointing. Owww!
This (and other Mango postings) screams of Lady Val. Sock Alert!! Sock Alert!! How many teddy bears live on your bed, Mango? Hint: writing that you're not capable of painlessly following all conversations is an admission (and in California, a statement against interest), and therefore admissible. Nevertheless, I'll try to type slowly so that you can keep up.
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Tyrone_Slothrop
I post, ergo I am
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Posts: 244
Location: Somewhere in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:28 pm__ _Post subject: Where's Maude?
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Something else is happening, because I see the banner where I tried to post the Maude image in a post, and it's definitely not too large for the post. The Dude must be doing something crafty on his site.Back to top
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ThurgreedMarshall
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Location: New York fuckin' City
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:30 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Selective Scrolling
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paigowprincess wrote:
This is why I love the avatars. That and I love seeing Maude. It makes me think of vaginas. Maybe I will get my hair cut like hers. Would this look good?
Here's a question: Can only raving lunatics actually see your avatar? I can only see a dark beige smudge. Is that what the hair on your vagina looks like?
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Replaced_Texan
I am simply a cog in the Lawtalk Machine
Joined: 10 Mar 2003
Posts: 67
Location: Deep in the heart
Posted: Wed Mar 12, 2003 2:31 pm__ _Post subject: Re: Selective Scrolling
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soup_sandwich wrote:
Replaced_Texan wrote:
I think that the avatars are rather helpful in flagging a post by someone that I routinely read, regardless of subject matter.
Do you read posts based on the author? And conversely, do you avoid posts writen by certain individuals? I read everything but hardly ever take notice of who wrote it, unless I reply to it. I wonder if the presence of the avatars will make me start skipping posts.
There are some people that I always read, and there are some people that I generally avoid reading (though I think 100 percent of those individuals post solely on the politics board). For the most part, I read everything, but I'm finding the avatars are adding additional personality to some posters.
