Don't be a jerk- just about the only rule I think we have lol. And even that is flexible sometimes.

If I don't have anything to say- and the person is in need- I try to let them know I read thier post and heard them. Sometimes that's all we really need.

lmao, gemi, I read "dont be a jerk" and my heart jumped cuz I thought you were saying that to Hanna....I was gonna whoop you, LOL

I agree with gemi, Hanna.....I might repeat what someone else said but it affirms their view or comment. I also try to let others know I am thinking of them with a hug even if I have nothing to add.

It isnt necessary, you should do what you feel comfortable with.............xo

HanHan be a jerk? No way lol

That was NOT sarcasm btw.

I have to admit, I read it the same way as Shelly at first. lol.

I guess I could repeat what was already said. I just feel bad not posting a reply when I could just to be supportive.

Hanna you are fine. I am feeling the same way right now. There are some here that reply just for the sake of being heard and it's very annoying.

When I read, if I read a post that I have " meaningful " insight on I will certainly reply to it. Don't feel bad about not posting or replying, this is a place for help and sometimes just reading about others problems and solutions are all that is needed.

Make any sense?

I'm not sure rule no. 1 is really a rule.

That's not true BP, I don't think anyone here is that, ah, random?

When I first joined DS, I was response crazy! I would respond to everything and sometimes one thread or response to that thread would inspire me to create a thread of my own. However the feeling that a large consensus people were no longer seeing value in my threads became prevalent and the number of naysayers against me became so great that I lost the zeal. many people who started as my friends became my enemies as it were.

That's sounds biblical, Chuggz.
I have BP1 as well.

That would be really funny.As part of the HomePage of DS it should have " Welcome to DS ..Don't be a Jerk !"

Ah, ignore them Chuggs!

Just do what you think is best.

If you think you can add something, say it. If not, don't and don't worry about it.

It's easy to say that Paragon, but there was a point where my word was regarded as truth and I didn't require any evidence to back up my word. Then it started falling apart and next thing you know, everything I said was attacked. I had people spreading rumors about my conduct behind the scenes to vilify me and people who in there own words were "Sick of Chuggernaught and his bullshit post being everywhere. I know he's making most of that shit up."

Sort of felt like going from DS hero to DS villain overnight.

Uh, Chuggs, you are describing me, right?

teehee