WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS

The two previous threads for this topic are either too big or gone off the rail. So a new thread is needed.

 Welcome, SirTK! Good to see you around !

Yes.  Welcome SirTK.

Also welcome Nielo.

   

Oh, yes! Another new/old member. Welcome, Nielo!

Where has the old lot gone ?!

V

Good to see some of the old names come up again. Welcome to all.

A warm welcome to our latest member, ourtoscana! 

Did Neilo, used to have an avatar of Mr Magoo??

Yes Flip.

Ah Ha !!

Wasn't that a pop group ?

Sorry, it was a valiant attempt by a very educated old Italy hand with loads of info to share, but IMO this forum should be laid to rest. I'm unhappy to say this, because it was a brave initiative, but frankly the appeal is lacking. (IMO)

The Original Relaxed wrote:Sorry, it was a valiant attempt by a very educated old Italy hand with loads of info to share, but IMO this forum should be laid to rest. I'm unhappy to say this, because it was a brave initiative, but frankly the appeal is lacking. (IMO)

 Give it time Lax, early days yet and there is a vast amount of experience to be had from a hard core of people on here. I would sure as hell come on here for information rather than other more established forums just because of the massive amount of knowledge some people have here, including yourself.

I agree with Steve, Lax. Let's give it a bit more time and we may all be surprised. It is also holiday time. September-October will tell us whether it is viable.. or not. I am still confident.

Blimey..............we have just started ! Summer time and the livin is easy !

I think the proof of the 'forum' pudding is to ask it a question, I bet you get 10 answers (some will be the same) very quickly, because there are a lot of old stagers here (I put myself in that category !) who have 'been there done that'.

New members joining help bring in new views and slants on the various subjects, so the more the merrier for me !

I am still not sure about the layout, most things seems to end up in general chat, but as I haven't spent a lot of time thinking of alternatives, I am happy to carry on as we are.

Come on rejoice............we have a huge font of knowledge and help here!!

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It will be interesting to see what other old hands think?

IMO we’re all responsible for the forum’s success  
 
I always check here first and very grateful to everyone that has shared their knowledge and experience.  I would love to post more, just not enough time I'm afraid:arrow:

Fair do's!
I've only just got here!
I'm doing my best.

By the way,
Under my picture it says:

Posts: 24
Points: 35
Reputation: 3

How do I get points and a reputation?

I think that reputation has to do with the number of times that you have been thanked by members for a useful post or contribution. As for points... I haven't worked it out  

stevegwmonkseaton wrote:It will be interesting to see what other old hands think?

 Once more questions are asked, then the replies will start to accelerate. There are many on here that can advise on subjects, but to say it should be trashed within a couple of months is not very helpful at all.
It has only been running a few months and it is summertime, where most spend time in the garden, or lazing outside!!

L'uomodellaluna.  I believe your 'reputation' reflects the number of 'Thanks' you get.  I understand you are awarded 'points' every time you post, more if you start a 'new topic' - but I may be wrong!!  

PS I liked your joke so I 'thanked' you

I thought the same, ghiro, but I was not game to state it... In any case, it makes sense.
Geo, I totally agree with you. More time is needed and I am certain that we are watched by people who could become future members. I originally said to wait until October... I think that it should be December.

Of course we need more time!!  We are but an infant forum at present but, with adequate nourishment, we're sure to grow!  
 
We could probably do with a little more fun and frolic.  Like all the fora I've been party to there will inevitably be some topics that are of more interest than others.  But already there's been a wealth of really useful information here.

Well , Oh ye of little faith Lax. The forum has only been in existence for a couple of months, and without the might of Google search engine recognition, I personally think we are doing OK, and a damn sight more going on here than the debacle that we used to contribute to.
As others have said it needs a bit more time so we do need everyone who can contribute no matter how useful, obscure, frivolent, technical or simple, everyones views are important.
Don't jump ship quite yet as every Pirate Ship needs a Parrot ....