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John Lennon Forum (JLF) Closing; In a few days
Topic Started: Jan 16 2007, 02:40 AM (1,276 Views)
Jacaranda
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Though I have not posted at JLF since I came to Strawberry Fields, I am shocked to see that this board is closing in a few days as I think this is the only John board in existence.


A shame really. :(

http://johnlennonforum.com/viewtopic.php?id=9346
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Wow :( I was just there and I hadn't been there since Nov of 2005.I'm ashamed :blush:
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I was just about to close my computer down (I usually look one last time before I go to bed) and I'm really saddened to hear this!

It has been one of my favorite forums, and the mods and Admin (Beatle, aka Helder) are two of the nicest people you'll ever meet.

It will always hold a special place in my heart. One, for my friendship with the people over there and two, because it was created out of a love for John Lennon.

I feel very badly too that I hadn't been participating as I should have...! :(


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I just read over at the JlB that John's board is shutting down on Feb 20th. They have already taken the creative portion off. It is sad when a site goes out of business.
I will miss it but it seemed like you could almost here crickets churping over there.
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:( Sad...I'm a member there too, just not too active.
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Isn't there another board in competition with this board?
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I would assume that one reason it's closing is because that it isn't so active but I think a principal reason for its closure is because Helder who runs it is having bad troubles with spammers.

All the members who post regularly there seem quite sad.

I wonder if some of them would like to come here.

(or if that's a good idea.... ;) )
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Hey Andy howzabout merging this thread with my already existing JLB closing in the John Lennon section?
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I hadn't posted there in so long I had forgotten my user name and password, so I re-introduced myself as beep about a month ago. Only Euan has responded to my introductory post since then. :huh:
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Did they say why they were closing that board down?

I don't think it was a cost issue, I could have sworn some of those members chipped in for it to keep it going. ^_^
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I haven't been over there in a long time, but I don't remember ever hearing Beatle ask for contributions to keep it going.

It may be because it had gotton slow. Beatle may have lost interest in it too, he had been working on another more work related site, elsewhere, last I'd heard.

I'm still pretty shocked about it, and very saddened! I had alot of "history" there, some good and other not so good, but I never wanted to see it come to an end.


:) Merry


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Sad to hear that. Maybe we'll get some refugees... but I'd hate to think that SF had any part to play in taking people away from what I perceived to be a successful and well run board.
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I don't think you should feel any guilt, Andy! I had decided to stop going over there on my own, some time back. I had mixed feelings about my being there...many reasons why.

I think some have already found their way here, and others that are interested can find the links, if they choose to cross-over.

I will always count the mods and Admin (Helder) as good friends, they have always been very kind to me. I'm just sorry that it will be closing...! :(


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You know, I was only thinking the other day about going over there to see everyone. Now I am very sad :cry: :cry: :cry:

Hey Merry, that's where I first met you!
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Jan 16 2007, 02:49 PM
Sad to hear that. Maybe we'll get some refugees... but I'd hate to think that SF had any part to play in taking people away from what I perceived to be a successful and well run board.



Andy, don't feel that way. People post where they like to post.....period.
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That's very true, Nat, and you are one of our cross-overs, along with Lisa! :)

I'm still trying to come to grips with this. It's very sad and I left alot of history back there. :(


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As many of you know, this board is in agony for several months now. I know it, you know it, we all know it. -beatle (moderator)


:hyper: oh great....




















at last there will be an end to your agony. :D
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Poor Beatle! :cry:

You know, when he was first starting the forum, he and I would discuss things about what would make the forum work, and I will always treasure the fact that he valued my opinion. He's a great person, and I wish for him only the best!


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I left a lot too. I miss that place.
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Thanks Merry - and Mike, you're absolutely right - but it's a shame to see the hard work of some dedicated people come to an end. Things live, things die & people go where they want to go. I posted a little a couple of years ago, but couldn't find the time to contribute seriously to two forums. I'm sure that any people who posted there, even occasionally, recognised the hard work of Helder, Ed & the rest of the team on the JLF & I'm sure there are many people sad to see the demise of a well-run community.
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Jan 16 2007, 04:22 AM
:( Sad...I'm a member there too, just not too active.

Same here. It seemed like no one was there when I would visit.


It does seem a shame that one of the truly great artists of our time will no longer have an active message board. All things must pass. -_-




Why?
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Jan 16 2007, 03:21 PM
Thanks Merry - and Mike, you're absolutely right - but it's a shame to see the hard work of some dedicated people come to an end.



Anytime Andy!

I just hope some of those refugees don't take up residence in this place.

I'd hate to have to leave here.

I came here to get away from some of the AHoles that occupied both of those sites.

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Well, everyone is welcome. Until they make themselves unwelcome.

If you see what I mean. ;)
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Sad to hear it's closing. I never posted there unfortunately.
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Now you see I never joined over there myself. I went over and was rummaging through the site at one point ... between being at pm.com and here. More specifically I was looking in on some folks that I knew from the pm.com site and found that the "community" could get pretty tawdry towards one another. They were really slamming someone that's currently a boardmember here that I really just adore ... Doris ... and while she was holding her own, it just totally turned my interest off completely.

Don't know what the overall feel of the place was, but the fact that there were members over there doing that to people in most of the threads I was looking at ... just not my kind of atmosphere.

I do feel bad for the Admin and moderators over there although I don't think I have any history with them, just because it must be a difficult thing to conclude (a shutdown) ... still glad I choose to join here over some other places I could have. :)
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That's a shame. I haven't posted there in ages, but I liked reading the posts.
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Jan 16 2007, 09:24 PM
Well, everyone is welcome. Until they make themselves unwelcome.

If you see what I mean. ;)


I hear ya Andy. But there's one pig over there, that if she ever comes over here, i'll have to say my goodbyes.
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It is sad. I am member there too.
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Well, everyone is welcome.  Until they make themselves unwelcome. 

If you see what I mean.  ;)


I hear ya Andy. But there's one pig over there, that if she ever comes over here, i'll have to say my goodbyes.

I`ll help you through the door on my way out too if that happens. ;)
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Oh no, I had no idea they were attacking Doris, she's a sweetheart and a close friend of mine!

There seemed to be a knot of "regulars" there, some great and a few "bad apples". Unfortunately the actions of a few can ruin it for everyone else.

Ed and the other mods (as well as Beatle) tried to weed out those that caused the most trouble, but a few managed to remain.

My leaving there was my choice, I had spent alot of time over there and had good AND bad experiences. But, outside for a few people jumping the gun about me, I was treated very well.

I'm just really downhearted to see it go totally though...I'll have to get up the nerve to take a look and see it for myself, before it's gone.


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Honestly what I hate the most is that with the passing of this board, there will be no message forum for John. I have never known why there isn't one on his official site.
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The same here, Lisa.

It was the only one that I felt at home at...the other one that I'd seen (we discussed it the other day) isn't the same, and I feel terrible that the JLF will be gone forever.

I don't know why John's "official" site has none of its own. Maybe one day they will.


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Jan 16 2007, 05:22 AM
:( Sad...I'm a member there too, just not too active.

Same here..... :hmm:
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All boards die sooner or later. People will mention what a shame it is when this board dies as well (or not).

I had actually forgotten that the John Lennon board existed. I went there once or twice and quickly lost interest. Judging by how many people here have said they rarely posted there and how rarely people in general posted there, I doubt I am the only one.

There is one person from that board that I would like to see at this one. She was one wacky corva.
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Sad to hear that.  Maybe we'll get some refugees... but I'd hate to think that SF had any part to play in taking people away from what I perceived to be a successful and well run board.



Andy, don't feel that way. People post where they like to post.....period.

I think that's basically it. I took refuge at JLF when the Maccaboard shat itself and I felt kind of guilty about doing that having neglected it most of the time. But what's the point in having the same discussions with mostly the same people on different forums? It's silly. I think this place is the best of all that are available and it's not because SF set out to steal members - it just filled a need that no other forum was providing.
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Jan 17 2007, 03:28 AM
All boards die sooner or later. People will mention what a shame it is when this board dies as well (or not).

I had actually forgotten that the John Lennon board existed. I went there once or twice and quickly lost interest. Judging by how many people here have said they rarely posted there and how rarely people in general posted there, I doubt I am the only one.

There is one person from that board that I would like to see at this one. She was one wacky corva.

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Thanks Merry - and Mike, you're absolutely right - but it's a shame to see the hard work of some dedicated people come to an end.





I just hope some of those refugees don't take up residence in this place.

I'd hate to have to leave here.

I came here to get away from some of the AHoles that occupied both of those sites.

My thoughts, too! :blink:
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I know exactly where you're coming from.

It's only fair that everyone starts with a clean slate when they come here. However, we enforce the spirit of the rules here, not just the letter of the law. ;)
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I know exactly where you're coming from.

It's only fair that everyone starts with a clean slate when they come here. However, we enforce the spirit of the rules here, not just the letter of the law.  ;)


Well I will beg to differ Bill. Some people don't deserve a clean slate because of all the damage they've caused to many.

I'm quite sure if this person comes here there will be a lot less posting from good people just to accomodate one AHole.
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I know exactly where you're coming from.

It's only fair that everyone starts with a clean slate when they come here. However, we enforce the spirit of the rules here, not just the letter of the law.  ;)


Well I will beg to differ Bill. Some people don't deserve a clean slate because of all the damage they've caused to many.

I'm quite sure if this person comes here there will be a lot less posting from good people just to accomodate one AHole.

Hey ((((Beatnut))) they can get banned here also! ;) Chuckie
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Oh no, I had no idea they were attacking Doris, she's a sweetheart and a close friend of mine!

There seemed to be a knot of "regulars" there, some great and a few "bad apples". Unfortunately the actions of a few can ruin it for everyone else.

Ed and the other mods (as well as Beatle) tried to weed out those that caused the most trouble, but a few managed to remain.

My leaving there was my choice, I had spent alot of time over there and had good AND bad experiences. But, outside for a few people jumping the gun about me, I was treated very well.

I'm just really downhearted to see it go totally though...I'll have to get up the nerve to take a look and see it for myself, before it's gone.


:) Merry

I didn't reallize i was being attacked over there. I admit I had trouble with a button sticking and accidently posting more than once. Not intending to harm anyone .
Perhaps some one will clue me in on what everyone is talking about there. I liked to post and see what is going on .
I wish people would look at all possiblities before jumping to conclusions.
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I had some issues over there with a few of the members, but I never had any issues with Ed or Beatle. I think I know which member Nutty is mentioning and I agree if this person comes over here, I'm probably going to leave. That person's first name is TROUBLE. :lol:
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I am just sorry that site will be closing. I am hope no hard feelings are being held against most of us who were on that site.
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My usual useless comment.

Even though I understand what you people are saying about... certain people who annoy you, I find this whole "if X comes I'm leaving" a bit immature. What about all the rest of us who might be enjoying your posts and valuing your contribution, and what about the hard work that the admins and mods have been putting on this message board to keep it alive and working like it does? I am not saying this to criticise anyone and I want to make it clear. I just think that if someone you dislike appears here, you can always just ignore them. Besides, I'm sure we all like some members more than others here. I am also sure some of the prepositions I have used are wrong. In the end it is your choice of course and it is respected. Again, I am writing this paragraph with the best of intentions. I could also use some sleep.
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I joined over there, didn't like what I saw and think I have like 5 posts. Haven't been there in years.

I think everyone should start with a clean slate. I know who you are talking about and it won't take long before that person does something that will cause banning. There are some banned people here and all for good reason. One of those people deserved it from the day they joined the board and it happened. I trust that the right thing will happen here.
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Jan 17 2007, 05:54 AM
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I know exactly where you're coming from.

It's only fair that everyone starts with a clean slate when they come here. However, we enforce the spirit of the rules here, not just the letter of the law.  ;)


Well I will beg to differ Bill. Some people don't deserve a clean slate because of all the damage they've caused to many.

I'm quite sure if this person comes here there will be a lot less posting from good people just to accomodate one AHole.

Hey ((((Beatnut))) they can get banned here also! ;) Chuckie

I understand that Chuckles :)

I just wonder why you'd have to go thru the trouble just to get to the inevitable. ;)
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I trust that the right thing will happen here.

It usually does, and thank you Andy and Fiona! B)
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I just want to say something regarding Doris.

Anyone that would pick on this soul really needs to have their head examined.

Why would someone do this to her? :angry:
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Hear hear!
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Jan 17 2007, 01:25 PM

I think everyone should start with a clean slate. I know who you are talking about and it won't take long before that person does something that will cause banning.


I'm sure that in most cases that would probably be true.

But if this person comes here, i'll just take a break until her slate is no longer clean. Even if it's only 2 days.

I wouldn't give her the satisfaction of posting on this board with her. This board is a class act where people disagree sometimes intensely but without any moderating they usually fix the problem between them. And that's class to me.

To me, ignoring doesn't work. Hey, I know I can be a pain, but really i'm not...I just like busting balls 99.9% of the time, and if you met me you'd really be like wow, how can I get mad at BEATNUT? Right Linda? ;)

On the other hand, if you met the other one you'd go looking for an axe.

I'm sure i'm just barking up the wrong tree for now, but when I think there's actually a possibility that it could happen, trust me, i'll be forced to take a break.
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Jan 17 2007, 03:17 AM
My usual useless comment.

Even though I understand what you people are saying about... certain people who annoy you, I find this whole "if X comes I'm leaving" a bit immature. What about all the rest of us who might be enjoying your posts and valuing your contribution, and what about the hard work that the admins and mods have been putting on this message board to keep it alive and working like it does? I am not saying this to criticise anyone and I want to make it clear. I just think that if someone you dislike appears here, you can always just ignore them. Besides, I'm sure we all like some members more than others here. I am also sure some of the prepositions I have used are wrong. In the end it is your choice of course and it is respected. Again, I am writing this paragraph with the best of intentions. I could also use some sleep.

Hear, hear, Olia! I thought that too! One troll will not keep me from wanting to know what you and the others are posting!

Plus, I remember one has already surfaced here and he was banned when he got out of line too far. They can't change their stripes for too long!
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Exactly, BEAT!

Doris is one of the kindest people I've ever spoken to, and she never has an unkind word to say about anyone. Sadly I guess that's what leaves her wide open to the attacks. Those that go after someone usually go after those they percieve to be easy game.

I hate to see the forum close because there were some good people over there, but I also know who you are referring to. I don't think that particular person will migrate over here.


:) Merry


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Jan 17 2007, 09:25 AM
Exactly, BEAT!

Doris is one of the kindest people I've ever spoken to, and she never has an unkind word to say about anyone. Sadly I guess that's what leaves her wide open to the attacks. Those that go after someone usually go after those they percieve to be easy game.

I hate to see the forum close because there were some good people over there, but I also know who you are referring to. I don't think that particular person will migrate over here.


:) Merry

I remember the instance involving Doris, but for the love of Pete, I can't remember who it was. :huh: Fill me in here, someone.

And yes, Doris is as sweet as they come! :wub:
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Jan 17 2007, 08:17 AM
My usual useless comment.

Even though I understand what you people are saying about... certain people who annoy you, I find this whole "if X comes I'm leaving" a bit immature.

Kinky, I don't find your comments useless.

Yes, I may sound a bit immature as well as premature.

Also take this into the equation. When you find someplace that you like, which I believe I have, you start to become a little protective or even a tad overprotective.

You like things the way they are, moderators are practically non existent here, and you're pretty much able to roam around here free on your own, fend for yourself, and work out things on your own.

That's what I find most enjoyable. Then along comes one AHole and stirs the pot.

I'm usually the kind of shoot first ask questions later kind of person. I know I won't even remotely be able to resisit the temptation of rearing my ugly side, should the occasion present itself.

Anyway, you're probably right, i'm just blowing smoke right now. :)

Sorry folks, believe it or not the Nut scares easily. :sweet:
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Suffice to say that SF has been common knowledge around all the boards for more than 6 months, so it's pretty likely that anyone who wanted to sign up here would have done so by now.

I'm not expecting an influx of refugees, but all are welcome. I suspect those with a predeliction to making themselves unwelcome might know better than to try.
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Jan 17 2007, 09:48 AM
I suspect those with a predeliction to making themselves unwelcome might know better than to try.

I think those types are the first to try, myself. They thrive on it. But they won't last long here. B)
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Jan 17 2007, 02:40 PM
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Jan 17 2007, 08:17 AM
My usual useless comment.

Even though I understand what you people are saying about... certain people who annoy you, I find this whole "if X comes I'm leaving" a bit immature.

Kinky, I don't find your comments useless.

Yes, I may sound a bit immature as well as premature.

Also take this into the equation. When you find someplace that you like, which I believe I have, you start to become a little protective or even a tad overprotective.

You like things the way they are, moderators are practically non existent here, and you're pretty much able to roam around here free on your own, fend for yourself, and work out things on your own.

That's what I find most enjoyable. Then along comes one AHole and stirs the pot.

I'm usually the kind of shoot first ask questions later kind of person. I know I won't even remotely be able to resisit the temptation of rearing my ugly side, should the occasion present itself.

Anyway, you're probably right, i'm just blowing smoke right now. :)

Sorry folks, believe it or not the Nut scares easily. :sweet:


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Well Nutty I know where you're coming from but I just think that ignoring trolls is the only way to make them go. If someone comes here in order to create chaos and nobody ever replies to them so it is like they don't even exist, they should get bored easily and quit.
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Jan 17 2007, 07:08 PM
Well Nutty I know where you're coming from but I just think that ignoring trolls is the only way to make them go. If someone comes here in order to create chaos and nobody ever replies to them so it is like they don't even exist, they should get bored easily and quit.



I guess you're right my friend. :)
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Jan 17 2007, 02:40 PM
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Jan 17 2007, 08:17 AM
My usual useless comment.

Even though I understand what you people are saying about... certain people who annoy you, I find this whole "if X comes I'm leaving" a bit immature.

Kinky, I don't find your comments useless.

Yes, I may sound a bit immature as well as premature.

Also take this into the equation. When you find someplace that you like, which I believe I have, you start to become a little protective or even a tad overprotective.

You like things the way they are, moderators are practically non existent here, and you're pretty much able to roam around here free on your own, fend for yourself, and work out things on your own.

That's what I find most enjoyable. Then along comes one AHole and stirs the pot.

I'm usually the kind of shoot first ask questions later kind of person. I know I won't even remotely be able to resisit the temptation of rearing my ugly side, should the occasion present itself.

Anyway, you're probably right, i'm just blowing smoke right now. :)

Sorry folks, believe it or not the Nut scares easily. :sweet:

I happen to love me some NUTTY!! We may not speak one on one all that often but I know you are a man of honor and heart and I understand exactly where you are coming from and it would be hard pressed for me to ever critisize. Don`t ever stop being who you are only work on trying to make it better. Which if anyone is willing to take the time and effort to read the wide range of emotions that you express in the posts that you make they could see for themselves that you are who you are but not without a heart of gold and a true humanitarian.
You say you want to save humanity but it`s people that you just can`t stand
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Wow Betsy Doodle! You went and got all deep on me. :o

I love you for that, thank you! :)
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Jan 17 2007, 06:15 AM
I just want to say something regarding Doris.

Anyone that would pick on this soul really needs to have their head examined.

Why would someone do this to her? :angry:

Right! Doris is one nicest persons. I just love her.
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Jan 16 2007, 11:05 PM
I had some issues over there with a few of the members, but I never had any issues with Ed or Beatle. I think I know which member Nutty is mentioning and I agree if this person comes over here, I'm probably going to leave. That person's first name is TROUBLE. :lol:

That person and I usually don't get along. but, I am will to give anything a try for the sake of the board. beside,pssssssssst, I don't want to be ban from here.. :unsure:
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Jan 16 2007, 01:43 PM
Now you see I never joined over there myself.  I went over and was rummaging through the site at one point ... between being at pm.com and here.  More specifically I was looking in on some folks that I knew from the pm.com site and found that the "community" could get pretty tawdry towards one another.  They were really slamming someone that's currently a boardmember here that I really just adore ... Doris ... and while she was holding her own, it just totally turned my interest off completely.

Don't know what the overall feel of the place was, but the fact that there were members over there doing that to people in most of the threads I was looking at ... just not my kind of atmosphere.

I do feel bad for the Admin and moderators over there although I don't think I have any history with them, just because it must be a difficult thing to conclude (a shutdown) ... still glad I choose to join here over some other places I could have.  :)

Are you sure as Doris. because, I and few other got into it over there. ok, I and another .
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I have an idea about the troll you are all talking about, but I don't think she would last long here, she can't help causing trouble, just like Nutty can't help being a ball-breaker! :lol:

However, having said that, she'd still be welcome with a clean slate until she causes enough trouble to warrant a ban.
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Jan 17 2007, 05:58 AM
Merry
Jan 16 2007, 09:52 PM
Oh no, I had no idea they were attacking Doris, she's a sweetheart and a close friend of mine!

There seemed to be a knot of "regulars" there, some great and a few "bad apples". Unfortunately the actions of a few can ruin it for everyone else.

Ed and the other mods (as well as Beatle) tried to weed out those that caused the most trouble, but a few managed to remain.

My leaving there was my choice, I had spent alot of time over there and had good AND bad experiences. But, outside for a few people jumping the gun about me, I was treated very well.

I'm just really downhearted to see it go totally though...I'll have to get up the nerve to take a look and see it for myself, before it's gone.


:) Merry

I didn't reallize i was being attacked over there. I admit I had trouble with a button sticking and accidently posting more than once. Not intending to harm anyone .
Perhaps some one will clue me in on what everyone is talking about there. I liked to post and see what is going on .
I wish people would look at all possiblities before jumping to conclusions.
love doris.

Hmmm ... coulda sworn it was that board Doris, don't know what to say to you on that. Once I decided to shutdown the Icarus69 account over at the pm.com board back in October I decided that I kind of missed our little exchanges on a few of that boards threads after a few weeks (pm.com ... specifically the 'Weird Dream' thread and of course the 'Silly Questions for Paul' thread), and ended up finding you on a couple of boards ... one of which had a really unsavory crew that were being rather rough 'round the edges. I perused a few of the pages of some of the threads and if these folks weren't being insulting to each other ... they'd throw out some comments that I interpreted as being cruel toward you. I mean we don't necessarily interact too much over here, but I still end up seeing you over on the pm board under that new account (yeah, I caved and ended up with another one over there ... what can I say, old habits).

Decided that if I wanted to talk to you I could come 'round here since Andy had invited me back in May or June, and well there you go.

Maybe Dorothy's right and it was her that I was noticing over there (Dorothy I really enjoy you too ... you're kinda quirky, and I like that about you). Although I really did think it was on that one ... hmmmm. Regardless, I'm a little picky about where I land (so to speak).

Lengthy response, but figured you all might appreciate some feedback since Doris was a little confused by my original post on the matter.
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I think we all know who that person is and I seriously doubt if she will come here. On the other hand, she might see this thread as a challenge. If nobody posts back with her, she will get bored and leave. If not, she won't last long. I don't know how she lasted at the Lennon forum. She was banned at pm.com.
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And I think it has to be said that turning a blind eye to such behaviour probably contributed to the board's downfall. The thing that really p*ssed me off last time I was there was seeing that another troll who we all remember was still posting there under a name that was a disparaging version of Beatnut's name - and he was talking just as much sh*t there as he has everywhere else.

I don't know where they get off calling it the friendliest forum when they allow that to go on.
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Jan 18 2007, 02:13 PM
And I think it has to be said that turning a blind eye to such behaviour probably contributed to the board's downfall. The thing that really p*ssed me off last time I was there was seeing that another troll who we all remember was still posting there under a name that was a disparaging version of Beatnut's name - and he was talking just as much sh*t there as he has everywhere else.

I don't know where they get off calling it the friendliest forum when they allow that to go on.


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If you were gay? Why restrict yourself? I'm not doing anything this weekend. :lol:
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Well, I know what all of you are talking about, that is one of the contributing factors to my leaving.

I think it was meant to be the friendliest forum in spirit, and it was, for a time. I really don't know why some were allowed to go on, but it was the call of the Admin and mods. Sometimes it didn't feel as if it was a forum for John at all. :hmm:


:) Merry


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Jan 18 2007, 02:25 PM
If you were gay? Why restrict yourself? I'm not doing anything this weekend. :lol:


Right Chap! I'll book me flight on Qantas immediately! :D
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Jan 18 2007, 04:22 PM
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Jan 18 2007, 02:25 PM
If you were gay? Why restrict yourself? I'm not doing anything this weekend.  :lol:


Right Chap! I'll book me flight on Qantas immediately! :D

How dare you go DOWN UNDER without me :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Jan 18 2007, 02:25 PM
If you were gay? Why restrict yourself? I'm not doing anything this weekend.  :lol:


Right Chap! I'll book me flight on Qantas immediately! :D

How dare you go DOWN UNDER without me :lol: :lol: :lol:


Don't worry Chuckie! If we go down under with Billy we're sure to Chunder! :)
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Jan 18 2007, 02:25 PM
If you were gay? Why restrict yourself? I'm not doing anything this weekend.  :lol:


Right Chap! I'll book me flight on Qantas immediately! :D

How dare you go DOWN UNDER without me :lol: :lol: :lol:


Don't worry Chuckie! If we go down under with Billy we're sure to Chunder! :)

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Hi everyone,


First, thank you all for the interest in the John Lennon Forum. Like someone said, it doesn't matter if they say good or bad about you, as long as they keep talking about you. ;)

Now, seriously, there are big news regarding johnlennonforum.com. To all of you who care about and are or have been part of the JLF community I invite you to check the following topic:

http://johnlennonforum.com/viewtopic.php?id=9358

The others, of course, can just clap their hands or rattle their jewelry. ;)

Thanks.
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Marvelous news. I am so glad that it seems the Lennon forum has a chance at a new reincarnation.
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Yes, it's at least a step to the positve and will keep the group together, but I sure do hate to see the forum end. :(

I've never been into blogging, too one sided.


:) Merry


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Umm...I guess you could say that, Peter (and you did!)! :P

I prefer the give and take of a formatted forum. I've just never been one who cares to talk about myself or go on and on without the input from somebody else.

It's just so sad to go over there now and see that its days are numbered...! :(


Merry


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Well, it's good that the Lennon community has a chance of continuing in another form, but of course it doesn't suit everybody - I also like forums as opposed to blogs. You do have to admire someone like Helder who has given this time, effort and the best shot he possibly could and is now attempting to evolve the forum in what he feels is the most suitable way.

Good luck Helder! :)
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Absolutely! ^_^
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Well, I guess the forum is down for good now.

I looked over there and the link leads to Beatle's new Lennon website, and the forum is archived. :(


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How do I use that thing?! :blink:
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I'm not sure...I guess you have to blog everything now, Jon.

I haven't quite figured it out myself, yet.

I thought it wasn't going to be closed until next month.


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I'm not sure if I'll ever be able to blog on that thing. :blink:
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As I didn't post there, I won't miss it. And I didn't use this name.
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Jan 21 2007, 11:49 AM
Well, it's good that the Lennon community has a chance of continuing in another form, but of course it doesn't suit everybody - I also like forums as opposed to blogs. You do have to admire someone like Helder who has given this time, effort and the best shot he possibly could and is now attempting to evolve the forum in what he feels is the most suitable way.

Good luck Helder! :)

Thanks, Andy!

The site is almost 99% (it never is 100%, right?) ;)

I'll let you know when it is fully stable.

As for blogging being like masturbation... let's say that since there will be several people blogging it will be like group masturbation! Maybe things sound more interesting that way. :)
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Thank you, (((Helder))), I'm registered over there now! :)

I had to look it over more carefully, but once I did, it was easy!

I'm so glad we still have a way of communicating with each other.

You've done an excellent job!


:) Merry


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I just wanted to "announce" to those that may be interested, that the JLF forum is back and better than ever! :D

http://www.johnlennonforum.com/forum/index.php


:) Merry


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Feb 2 2007, 06:46 PM
I just wanted to "announce" to those that may be interested, that the JLF forum is back and better than ever! :D

http://www.johnlennonforum.com/forum/index.php


:) Merry

Thanks ((((Merry))) now I need to start posting there more :blush:
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Please do, Charles...we need to infuse more life into it!

It's a great place, and I think if more participated it can become popular again.

I know there are many here who are big fans of John, too...so if we could meet up over there on occassion, it would help.

Beatle has given us a beautiful forum, now we just need more people to come by and get acquainted! :D


:) Merry


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