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Should we eliminate the need to add an Explanation when Liking a post
ArJunaZ:
--- Quote from: Rush on Tuesday January 16, 2018, 01:16:33 AM Eastern ---
Hey AJ
I’ve had another 24 hrs to think about my position on the “anonymous like” issue!
To be honest, after reading a few more posts, and seeing how the likes are handled by many other members, whom I’ve come to respect, yourself included, I’m realizing that I simply haven’t kept up with the norms of social media, to this point!
Sometimes we older-school folks, have to “peep out of the rabbit hole”, of cynicism, that we’ve dug for ourselves, as the world takes greater leaps and bounds, than we can keep up with.
Humbly, I say, this is one of those times! But I’ll also say that I always feel better afterward, when I’ve learned something, or gained some knowledge that I didn’t have before.
This like stuff, means more to folks than I’ve realized. It’s got a unique breath of life in it, for many here, especially those with more history with each other. This can only be a positive, that I didn’t really take notice of, until the last few days!
Therefore I’m just stating in this PM to you, that I’m not against the public display of who likes who’s post, anymore. (To be honest, AJ, my other opinion may have been a little selfish)! Thanks for the patience on this matter! Im all good!
Rush
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Hi Rush,
I was expecting you would come to see it that way. I did not expect you to do so as quickly as you have. For sure most people like the way we have it setup now. It is now pretty much how it worked a couple years ago on the old site. At some point I'd like to maybe fuss with the code so it displays who liked your post right in the post that was liked. Not happening anytime soon though.
Cheers,
AJ
Surreylily:
--- Quote from: Rush on Tuesday January 16, 2018, 01:16:33 AM Eastern ---
Hey AJ
I’ve had another 24 hrs to think about my position on the “anonymous like” issue!
To be honest, after reading a few more posts, and seeing how the likes are handled by many other members, whom I’ve come to respect, yourself included, I’m realizing that I simply haven’t kept up with the norms of social media, to this point!
Sometimes we older-school folks, have to “peep out of the rabbit hole”, of cynicism, that we’ve dug for ourselves, as the world takes greater leaps and bounds, than we can keep up with.
Humbly, I say, this is one of those times! But I’ll also say that I always feel better afterward, when I’ve learned something, or gained some knowledge that I didn’t have before.
This like stuff, means more to folks than I’ve realized. It’s got a unique breath of life in it, for many here, especially those with more history with each other. This can only be a positive, that I didn’t really take notice of, until the last few days!
Therefore I’m just stating in this PM to you, that I’m not against the public display of who likes who’s post, anymore. (To be honest, AJ, my other opinion may have been a little selfish)! Thanks for the patience on this matter! Im all good!
Rush
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Hey Rush.
Nobody is going to "diss you" for posting a "like" on here.
You know I've had issues with Maaco before, but I gave him a "like" just recently, because I totally agreed with a post he made. No more, no less. I absolutely don't have a problem with him knowing about it. Why should I? I liked that post. No more, no less.
Nobody is here to hurt you, or anyone else. We're all Caps fans, from all over the world. We're all individual people with individual opinions and thoughts and that's the whole point of discussion boards like this.
There will be altercations and disagreements, even verbal fisticuffs and downright slander, but we are a Caps family and as disfunctional as we are - much like our team - we will persevere. Even the best of friends have the odd spat.
There really is no conspiracy. We really are just a bunch of Caps fans. :angel:
You know you didn't send that as a PM, right? :P
For the record - there are people here who will solemnly state that you are not as technologically disadvantaged - or in my case retarded, as me.
ArJunaZ:
--- Quote from: Surreylily on Tuesday January 16, 2018, 02:48:01 AM Eastern ---
For the record - there are people here who will solemnly state that you are not as technologically disadvantaged - or in my case retarded, as me.
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:lol: LOL, I'll second that ::) :P :hearts:
Believe me, I know a lot of people like that, including my wife, and she has two masters degrees from Harvard. We all have our strengths and weaknesses.
Maacoshark:
--- Quote from: Surreylily on Tuesday January 16, 2018, 02:48:01 AM Eastern ---
Hey Rush.
Nobody is going to "diss you" for posting a "like" on here.
You know I've had issues with Maaco before, but I gave him a "like" just recently, because I totally agreed with a post he made. No more, no less. I absolutely don't have a problem with him knowing about it. Why should I? I liked that post. No more, no less.
Nobody is here to hurt you, or anyone else. We're all Caps fans, from all over the world. We're all individual people with individual opinions and thoughts and that's the whole point of discussion boards like this.
There will be altercations and disagreements, even verbal fisticuffs and downright slander, but we are a Caps family and as disfunctional as we are - much like our team - we will persevere. Even the best of friends have the odd spat.
There really is no conspiracy. We really are just a bunch of Caps fans. :angel:
You know you didn't send that as a PM, right? :P
For the record - there are people here who will solemnly state that you are not as technologically disadvantaged - or in my case retarded, as me.
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Excellent post. I couldn't agree more. We aren't here to diss anyone. The creation of this site may have been a blessing in disguise. Its like a brand new start. You guys are doing ba great job with the site.
Rush:
Hey guys!
Hey Lily!
Lily, I appreciate the warm and comforting tone of your response to my post. I want you to know that I realize it’s with kind intent, and coming from a good place, and DO APPRECIATE IT!
But my position on wanting the “likes” anonymous, is not because I think I’ll be “dissed”, or that someone is going to hurt my feelings. I’m a big boy, and can guarantee that anytime, when I elect to speak, share, or otherwise converse with others, either on this board, or for that matter, in all areas of life, I speak with confidence, but also with a regard for openness, to others! Those of us who have crossed the 50 year plateau, in age, the majority of us are fairly solid in our opinions, have had years of observation and experience in the social realm. I’m sure you already know what I mean.
So, let me help clarify what I meant, FWIW, and then we’ll flip the page and move on.
I absolutely believe in my position for anonymous likes, the only difference is that I’ve realized that within the atmosphere of a modern social forum/board, my position is old, antiquated, AND more importantly, in the MINORITY. So I’m the one who must yield, as these boards were here, way before I ever came along, and the “public likes” are popular for the MAJORITY! I simply “saw the light”, by saying to myself, “who am I, to come and continue to try and debate a change to this already accepted practice, by those who are way more experienced in the social media realm”!!
There is way too much positive that I get out of this hockey forum, on balance, than the negative tic I get over the “likes” issue. I’ve simply made a conscious decision about it, to let the issue go, (and no, I’m not that happy about it, but no biggie), as I’ve learned that in THIS forum arena, it’s what most want, which makes it a BETTER PLACE for ALL!
Additionally, Both you and Maaco, have agreed and recognized the better atmosphere on the forum! I applaud you both, and the originators of this new board, for its much-improved overall tone!! You, Lily, and Maaco, agreeing on this point, is all the PROOF this board should need!!!LMFAO😂😂
Again, I’m all good, and happy as a clam to be here! We should all have full confidence in the dedication, our mods have, to making, and keeping this site a GREAT PLACE!!!
Rush
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