Posted by NM_CO on 2/13/06 10:17am
Msg #96622

This is ridiculous

Monday morning. No Ted. None of the norms are posting. I understand Harry wanted the board to calm down but this "Rate It" system is a joke. If it weren't for that there would be 2 pages of threads already today. Ridiculous!

I say just be yourself and if you get booted there will be enough people complaining about it you will be back in no time or we can start our own board, this is DUMB!

Reply by Notary_MA on 2/13/06 10:23am
Msg #96626

I don't have an opinion about the rating system as of yet. I am glad, however, to see that the board is back to being a professional forum. In the past when I was reading the board, I didn't like all of the 'self-involved' roles some consistent notaries were playing.

Through time my opinion will form regarding the rating system. Until then, I think we should keep the board like this for awhile.

Reply by Charm_AL on 2/13/06 10:25am
Msg #96627

Yes it is....don't get us wrong, we are not afraid to post, we just graduated Kindergarten too many years ago to waste time playing head games. Talked to many members over the weekend, I'm taking a break to concentrate on other things. When Shane gets that notary website to organize the professionals together, I sure hope it has a discussion forum.

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 10:27am
Msg #96629

It seems that this board is goign to get awful quiet now with the new rating system. Alot of good posts it seems have been given red "marks". Hopefully it will not last to long and if Shane gets a forum ging let me know.

Reply by PAW on 2/13/06 12:01pm
Msg #96667

I don't think a post being red or green or anywhere in between will cause any more or less conversation. Everybody will still probably read them, not matter what color the box is, and those who wish to respond will do so, again, regardless of the color.

The best thing to come about, to keep this more in line with professionalism and mostly on topic, has been the extension to anonymous posters having their IP address shown as well as the identification of the state in the "Posted by" line of each message.

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 12:04pm
Msg #96670

"The best thing to come about, to keep this more in line with professionalism and mostly on topic, has been the extension to anonymous posters having their IP address shown as well as the identification of the state in the "Posted by" line of each message."

PAW FL said that.

Amen. <--- I said that.

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 12:07pm
Msg #96671

***Posted by Anonymous from 204.100.180.37 of CA on 2/13/06 10:55am **

For instance - like PAW said above, plus on the anons this type of thing -->"of CA"<-- is helpful. This means that there will be no more total anon by the posters using Verizon, Comcase, AOL, etc. Helpful.

Reply by Beth/MD on 2/13/06 1:05pm
Msg #96725

Re: This is ridiculous -Charm

does your "taking a break" mean we don't get our Friday joke????

Reply by NM_CO on 2/13/06 10:37am
Msg #96631

After this mess, I'd like to be included in Shane's as well. I really enjoy reading the majority of posts here, good or bad.

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 11:27am
Msg #96652

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

When I made a post about Shane organizing us, I had no thoughts in mind about putting Shane into a position of him vs. this forum.

I just feel that he's got a lot of energy and we older people should not be dream squashers. Shane's got good ideas and with the energy of the young tempered by the wisdom of we older ones we might be able to create a body...a voice of reason for notaries who work with their seal across the USA.

One thing is for certain (IMHO) the younger ones who are energetic can take this business by storm...for good or for bad, now, I'd like to show that I am reasonable and will work toward a common goal with the younger ones because what Shane is considering is a good thing. We need professionalism.

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 11:34am
Msg #96654

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

I agree with you Brenda. We need professionalism. If we are to be taken seriously. If I can help in any way let me know. I like this forum because of all the good information and because we can discuss things that are bothering us and we know others have gone through it. It is a good support system when the other stuff doesn't get in the way ie: the insults. There have been many times I have been frustrated and have gotten on here and gotten a few good needed laughs as well.

Reply by Brenda/CA on 2/13/06 11:42am
Msg #96657

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

The rate-it system is ridiculous, nobody wants to post just to have people rate what they have to say. I enjoyed reading this board a couple of times a day, now there is nothing here. Somebody else said it is back to being professional here. Since when is quiet professional? It is like sitting in a morning meeting with no one speaking. Nothing said, nothing resolved. In my opinion I would like to see the rating system removed.

Reply by LilyMD on 2/13/06 11:48am
Msg #96662

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

Yes, Brenda/CA. Since when does quiet = professional. It's like a mortuary here. The fun and informative way we've all dealt with the tops/bottoms of the business has been a big plus to many of us. Especially on the really crappy days.

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 11:56am
Msg #96665

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

**Since when does quiet = professional. It's like a mortuary here. The fun and informative way we've all dealt with the tops/bottoms of the business has been a big plus to many of us. Especially on the really crappy days.**

I agree with you Lily.

Reply by Brenda/CA on 2/13/06 11:58am
Msg #96666

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

Lily,
I agree with you, when I first started posting in here I got answers I did not like, but they made me think. I really feel that without the spice form the experienced professionals this forum is headed downhill. I have been in this business for almost a year, and there is still something new to learn everday. I enjoy all the o/t topics as well. I think the rating system should be removed. If you don't like a post, simply don't read it. If you have something to say, then simply say it, don't hide behind ratings which in mho is just another form of anon.

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 12:03pm
Msg #96669

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

**Lily,
I agree with you, when I first started posting in here I got answers I did not like, but they made me think. I really feel that without the spice form the experienced professionals this forum is headed downhill. I have been in this business for almost a year, and there is still something new to learn everday. I enjoy all the o/t topics as well. I think the rating system should be removed. If you don't like a post, simply don't read it. If you have something to say, then simply say it, don't hide behind ratings which in mho is just another form of anon.**

BrendaCA - I agree with you from my growth experience here as well. Have a green block! Is it too early for a dark beer? LOL J/k

Reply by Brenda/CA on 2/13/06 12:12pm
Msg #96674

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

It's still morning here, but just add a few lemons to my dark beer, and it will be fit for breakfast (make it a tall one please). I just gave you a green box as well. Gasp, beer for breakfast I am sure the do gooders will want to rate this!

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:14pm
Msg #96675

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

I am not much for beer but I will take a coffee with some Frangelico in it please.

Reply by Brenda/CA on 2/13/06 12:16pm
Msg #96677

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

I have Bailey's in my bar, could add a splash of brandy or tequila to it for spice for you.

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:18pm
Msg #96680

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

Baileys is great in coffee too. No tequila or brandy though. I am a wimpy drinker lol.

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 12:19pm
Msg #96681

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

Okay , well there's YOUR green. To be honest ... if I were to so much as sniff a dark beer at this hour I'd be so hammered I'd get on the phone and make prank phone calls. Caller ID notwithstanding. LOL.

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:22pm
Msg #96685

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

That would not be good. But it would be fun. LOL

Reply by Brenda/CA on 2/13/06 12:26pm
Msg #96691

Re: srnotary CA & Brenda TX

I just went through and gave you all green boxes. I am Irish so I like green anyway. I accidently clicked my last post as weel in rating. I received an error message, and I am losing a point due to my rating ethics. Tahts what I get for ordering a beer in the am. Now I am truly unethical. (or drunk?)

Reply by Brenda/CA on 2/13/06 12:27pm
Msg #96692

Re: srnotary CA & Brenda TX

should be "as well", dam dark beer.

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 12:29pm
Msg #96694

Brenda CA....just stay off the phone...they

will arrest you for that crap now. LOL

Sorry for your bad luck.

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:30pm
Msg #96695

Re: srnotary CA & Brenda TX

See thats why I stay away from the beer and harder alchohols. I like my wimpy drinks. LOL

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 12:33pm
Msg #96696

Re: srnotary CA - you are right. Just thinking about the

beer has made me giddy. (Secret: I don't really like beer. Cold Riesling is excellent with a sandwish and shalad...or shoup. It's lunsh time sommersh, here even maybe ishn't it?)

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:40pm
Msg #96703

BrendaTX

I agree Riesling is excellent. Wish I still had the Kuling Julot(sp) that my hubby and I use to get. That was and awesome wine.. Yes it is lunch time there. I need to not think of the baileys or frangelico or I am going to get a little giddy myself.

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 12:44pm
Msg #96705

Re: BrendaTX/SrNotary CA...

I think it is interesting that the thread with mention of wine, beer and Bailey's is full of green blocks. Happy bunch of forum drunks.

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:45pm
Msg #96707

Re: BrendaTX/SrNotary CA/BrendaTX

Yep we all are a happy bunch of forum drunks. I need to get some dstraight black coffee or I am going to be in trouble myself. Jeese all this coffee and baileys is getting to me. ( I am a cheap drunk anyway LOL)

Reply by Elva_oh on 2/13/06 11:43am
Msg #96658

Re: This is ridiculous - clarifying about Shane/organizing

I agree that we do need a professional organization to lobby the powers that be for our rights and protection. I do work for the signing services but I do not like the fact that some pay so little (or offer to) and then want to take forever to pay us. The forum also needs to be professional; some of the posts in the past have been not so professional and I just ignore those. The rating system does not bother me.

Reply by LilyMD on 2/13/06 11:45am
Msg #96659

I agree with NM. I too would like to be included in a board where professionals aren't leary of having an opinion that may differ or offend another professional. Gosh, that's how the world is run. We differ, we debate, we settle, we move on. This new idea of Shane's sounds promising. Please count me in.

Reply by PAW on 2/13/06 12:17pm
Msg #96678

Not to rain on anyone's parade, nor attempt to thwart anyone's ambition, but there already is a professional forum where everything is always above board because the audience is limited to notary signing agents only. If you wish more information, please email me as I do not want to advertise a competing board (though most members of the "other" board are also members here, and support Notary Rotary by becoming Premium Members and purchasing NR products).

Reply by Jenny_CA on 2/13/06 12:36pm
Msg #96698

Re: Advertising sites

I know that if he wanted to Harry could delete any of the messages that adverstise other sites but meanwhile , If we were to post the thread # of where the other site or sites are mentioned is that adverstising? If we say search for ...so and so... Is that advertising?

Reply by Bonnie_CO on 2/13/06 12:38pm
Msg #96700

I would like to know, maybe I'm wrong, but,okay, since when does professionalism = stuffy?
After some of the signings we have where we are threatned, yelled at etc etc...it's sure nice to get on the board and share experiences and have a little humor. IE:Charm's OT funnies etc.

There will always be somebody that gets on and expects all the answers given to them on a silver platter, and won't like it when they are told to do a search because that question has been asked 1000 + times already, and answered.

I enjoyed reading others experiences and how they handled the situation, it's a learning tool.

Anyway....I'll take a shot of Amarula with my coffee...Thanks!

Reply by BrendaTx on 2/13/06 12:45pm
Msg #96706

Re: This is ridiculous - To Bonnie CO - Ditto. n/m

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:46pm
Msg #96708

Amarula????? n/m

Reply by MB_AZ on 2/13/06 12:48pm
Msg #96709

Amaretto ??? n/m

Reply by Bonnie_CO on 2/13/06 12:50pm
Msg #96712

Re: Amarula?????

If you like Baileys You would LOVE Amarula! It comes from Africa. I keep checking the liquor stores here for it, but no luck. I buy it on the ship when I cruise. Has a similar taste to Baileys but a little more potent. Burns pretty good if you drink it straight, but it's smooth and creamy... It's made from the fruit of a tree in Africa, when the fruit falls from the tree it begins to ferment and the animals eat it, and get rip roaring drunk! Their was a Nature show on years ago showing them eating the fruit and getting drunk then passing out. First time I've ever seen a drunk elephant....LOL

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:54pm
Msg #96714

Re: Amarula?????

I love baileys and that sounds good. I will have to have my hubby look into it for me. Maybe he can find some online.....

Reply by Bonnie_CO on 2/13/06 12:56pm
Msg #96715

Re: Amarula?????

I think you would like it! It is available online. Can't remember the website. I just stock up onboard enough to last until my next cruise!LOL

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 12:57pm
Msg #96716

Re: Amarula?????

LOL I am going to do some checking. See if I can multitask with all this forum drinking.

Reply by Bonnie_CO on 2/13/06 12:58pm
Msg #96717

Re: Amarula?????

Good Luck! I'm feeling tipsy just reading about it! LOL! I must be a really cheap drunk~!LOL

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 1:01pm
Msg #96720

Found it YAY!!!!!!

Welcome to the cheap drunk club. I am the current president. You will get your badge in about a week. LOL

Reply by Bonnie_CO on 2/13/06 1:03pm
Msg #96721

Thanks! Does it look like the good ol Notary Badge?LOL n/m

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 1:04pm
Msg #96723

Nah the cheap drunk clubs is flashier. n/m

Reply by Bonnie_CO on 2/13/06 1:06pm
Msg #96727

Srnotary...by the way...

It tastes even better in hot chocolate than in coffee, although the coffee's good too...

Reply by srnotary_CA on 2/13/06 1:08pm
Msg #96728

Re: Srnotary...by the way...

I will have to try that too. Oh man I am becomign a lush. I love Frangelico in hot chocolate. I have to watch myself when I have a bottle around.