I should have been an English major...
#5986 - 04/13/03 04:41 PM
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TessLouise
Reged: 01/21/03
Posts: 540
Loc: Nashville, TN
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I find everyone's posts easier to read when everyone remembers to turn off the Caps Lock key (online, TYPING IN CAPITAL LETTERS IS THE EQUIVALENT OF SHOUTING AT SOMEONE).  Also, if you just want to thank someone or agree with someone, and your entire message is conveyed in your subject line, please add "nt" to your subject line so we know we needn't open your message. Thanks. <stepping away from the grammatical soapbox now>
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TessLouise,
I appreciate the lesson! I'm really new to message boards, and this one is the most "organized". I do have a tendency to use CAPS for emphasis - because I haven't figured out how to use UBBCode yet. (The time I tried it, to use color, bold, etc., it didn't work). Thanks for keeping us on our toes - hope you'll be patient with those of us who are tech-impaired!
Blessings,
Kaybee
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Formerly HanSolo. IBS, OCD, Bipolar, PTSD times 3.
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WOW. I didn't know we were being graded. I hope I don't mess this one up. I'm wondering if you could give people a break. Is it really that important if we use all caps or not? Hope I don't offend - just my opinion
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I apologize for the "snappy comeback" reply that was originally in this space. At KaybeeC's suggestion, here are some websites on online etiquette for those who are interested.
http://www.onlinenetiquette.com/shallwestart.html
http://www.gemstate.net/gemstate/netiquette.htm
Edited by TessLouise (04/15/03 01:34 AM)
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Ouch! -NT-
#6072 - 04/14/03 05:12 PM
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Yolanda
Reged: 02/01/03
Posts: 38
Loc: New Hampshire
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Hi - You're not being graded! We just have a few posters who pretty much always type in all Caps and it does make it really hard to read their posts. After a while, I become reluctant to even read a post if I know it's in all Caps just because it's awfully hard on my eyes. And if I don't read a post, I miss the chance to reply and offer help.
So, everyone on the boards, cappers and all, is more than welcome to be here. We're just trying to make sure the posts are easily legible for everyone so folks can get the help they need.
Best,
Heather
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TessLouise,
I really appreciate your thoughtful input on the board - and your generous sharing of recipes. But, was this last reply "tongue-in-cheek"? I hope so. Hope you continue to read our posts, because your input would be missed (and I didn't know you're a moderator - thanks again for your efforts). Is there a reference online somewhere about "message board etiquette and 'techie' tips" - like how to use the UBBCode? Maybe we offenders could benefit - and make your job easier. Have a great week!
Blessings,
Kaybee
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