Posted by BrendaTX on 1/1/05 10:51am
Msg #15168

About "Mean" Forum Posting

Okay, I guess one of the reasons I don't see this group as a big bunch of meanies is because I sell books occasionally on Amazon. I used to do it full-time before doing signings full-time. It's a good thing to do if you have the time and space to keep your inventory...but that's beside the point.

This morning I thought I'd share a little bit of the frolicks that go on there. Here are just two I pulled up rather quickly. I don't post there unless I can help someone. I have little to add. The folks are old pros and don't fool around with questions posed in the wrong part of the forum.

I can find every thing I want to know by searching...which is what usually brings the hot retorts--if you don't search first...it really ticks them off. Here are a couple of usual type posts.

Case 1: Topic: Christians only Please Respond:
A huge drug and alcohol free party is being held in my town tonight. Expecting 900+ kids this year. Please pray for the kids, the bands, the volunteers. Safe transportation for all, fun for everyone, and most importantly, salvation for those who's hearts are stirred by God.

Responses:

I'm {other religion}, and I'll be sure not to pray...wouldn't want any of those kids to get hurt because of me.

(Plus there were several posts I felt were something I did not want to share that whacked this person in the head for not being more sensitive before they posted. No comment from me, here just sharing the info.)

Case 2: Topic: New Toy for Us
Have you noticed the new addition to the Beta Open listings? Now you can see when you have the lowest listing in like condition. Cool

Responses:
Yes, a very nice feature. If you think lowering prices have been a problem now we can watch prices go as LOW AS WHALE DUNG.