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Topic: Me as a moderator
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sesame Moderator Posts: 1104 From: Oz Registered: Nov 2003
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posted November 26, 2005 10:28 AM
Hi guys,I read recently posts regarding censorship, expression of speach, etc. I just wanted to say something aside from everything. When I first became mod of UC, I thought that was the coolest thing. To talk about spirituality, religion, theories etc. I do not like talking about sex, and do not know how to "police" talk about sex or advise people on their communications regarding this matter. I have come to the conclusion that I will not read posts re sex as I do not want to contribute or make people feel bad about posting thoughts on the matter. Judgments are the last thing I want to do. When I was first mod I made it a point to read everything, as I'm sure Randall and all mods would try, but recently, I give up. Sometimes there's too much data, not enough time, and sometimes I just don't care. If you want to post stuff, and you're not booted then great, if you are, then cya. That's all I want to say. Any questions or threads re under the UC list of topics, I will gladly reply to if I feel I have anything to add. Heaps of Love, Dean. ------------------ Always think compassion... The Dalai Lama My numerology program based on "Star Signs" by Linda Goodman Logically Magical Logic is Magically Logical Magic! (and vice versa!) IP: Logged |
Moon666Child Knowflake Posts: 187 From: Kochi, India Registered: Jul 2004
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posted November 26, 2005 10:35 AM
I am a global moderator of internet's biggest paranormal forum, and this is what I have posted: You are free to express yourself, so long you don't intrude into another's space. You set the limit and you live it up. And always remember, this is your Village, this is your place. So be free, and keep things neat! Maybe this is applicable on a global scale ------------------ Welcome Home to GhostVillage IP: Logged |
future_uncertain Knowflake Posts: 2049 From: ohio Registered: Aug 2004
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posted November 26, 2005 10:39 AM
Thank you for your comment, Dean. Yes, there has been a bit of a controversy lately, but thanks to your willingness to refrain from judgment, I think the debate is flowing nicely. I'm sure you would step in if things got out of hand, but as of yet, they have not.Again, it's good to hear from people from both sides of the fence. IP: Logged |
sesame Moderator Posts: 1104 From: Oz Registered: Nov 2003
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posted November 26, 2005 10:53 AM
Moon666Child, do you read all threads in your forums? Just curious. How do you define "another's space"? I do believe there are places for certain topics and dislike mixing everything up. I used to move questions regarding sex into the Health and Healing forum as these were concerns and that forum allows you to talk about anything without being embarrassed. Don't know why a lot is appearing in UC, but I can see the spiritual side of sex, but I just don't wish to talk or read about it.future_uncertain, I don't really wish to continue the debate, I was just stating that I wil NOT read these threads as I am uninterested, but they also grow so rapidly and I don't have the time. If people get offended, then they should refrain from reading it. I don't really have or want power, hence I wouldn't really step in as this is Randall's site and he's way better at managing it than I could be. I'm just saying don't expect too much from me - I'm not reading them. Dean. IP: Logged |
future_uncertain Knowflake Posts: 2049 From: ohio Registered: Aug 2004
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posted November 26, 2005 12:32 PM
My apologies.I wasn't implying that you were involved in the debate. Rather, I was making a reference to the level-headed way the topic is being discussed in another thread. And giving you props for your display of tolerance. IP: Logged |
Kat Knowflake Posts: 571 From: Cleveland, Ohio Registered: Jan 2003
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posted November 26, 2005 02:24 PM
I must admit I've posted things that should have been located somewhere else - simply because I knew that no one would say "hey, move it somewhere else." It's mostly NOT a matter of censorship but being organized. IP: Logged |
SunChild Moderator Posts: 2605 From: Australia Registered: Jan 2004
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posted November 26, 2005 07:48 PM
You're doing a fine job Dean, I agree with your stance. No complaints. IP: Logged |
noreenz Knowflake Posts: 765 From: Registered: Feb 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 12:42 AM
Heaps of love back at 'cha Dean!IP: Logged |
sue g Knowflake Posts: 4528 From: ireland Registered: Sep 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 04:13 AM
"I just dont care"But you took on the job of moderator didnt ya Dean and then you choose to close yer eyes to what is written there....isnt a mod supposed to be involved? I just dont care....I have seen this written a few times here at LL....mmmm...... xx IP: Logged |
Petron Knowflake Posts: 1472 From: Paradise Registered: Mar 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 04:56 AM
sesame came in early on in the 'sex magik' thread and gave sensible warnings....it seemed to me like he was completely ignored by certain people....IP: Logged |
sue g Knowflake Posts: 4528 From: ireland Registered: Sep 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 05:00 AM
Fair comment Petron......yeah I remember that now I do....but even so, shouldnt that be an ongoing thing....like to give a warning or something.......?Isnt this a questions of boundaries....my hubbie contributes to a couple of forums and any offensive language or stepping over the line and yer out !! There seeme to be a blurry line here......and there are gonna be ones, like me and Magus who will push the boundaries......so what is it to be? IP: Logged |
sesame Moderator Posts: 1104 From: Oz Registered: Nov 2003
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posted November 27, 2005 08:49 AM
Well, that's what I'm saying. Keep pushing, see what happens. Don't you think you should be emailing Randall with these concerns? I care about LL and UC, but not talking about or reading about sex. All I'm saying here, is that keep doing what you're doing but don't expect me to delete anything or feel responsible. I don't have time to read everything. I used to when there were only s couple of posts everytday, but like once a thread reaches 100 I might not keep up with it, especially if it grows so rapidly. I'm definitely not reading through 1500 posts about sex.Dean. IP: Logged |
lotusheartone Knowflake Posts: 3231 From: piopolis, quebec canada Registered: Jul 2005
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posted November 27, 2005 09:06 AM
PLain and SimpleRespect, this is a spiritual site not a sex or porn spot IP: Logged |
sue g Knowflake Posts: 4528 From: ireland Registered: Sep 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 09:19 AM
Ok DeanThanks for that......some job hey reading thro all that stuff...of coure I would be in my element but having said that I couldnt take on the job cos I wouldnt have the time to read thro all those posts......would be GREAT FUN tho hahahaha xxx IP: Logged |
sue g Knowflake Posts: 4528 From: ireland Registered: Sep 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 09:57 AM
And a request Dean.....over on my rules thread.....the charming MG is throwing abuse at Pixie, I think the name she used this time is s**t.Would you do me the honour of speaking to her about this pls.....not acceptable behaviour and Pixie DOES NOT need this treatment. If it was me, I would let it drop, but I will defend people I care about. Thanks Dean xxx IP: Logged |
lotusheartone Knowflake Posts: 3231 From: piopolis, quebec canada Registered: Jul 2005
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posted November 27, 2005 10:10 AM
what has been said to me is far worstcan't we move on and learn and grow??? IP: Logged |
Yin Knowflake Posts: 1143 From: Registered: May 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 10:37 AM
Hey, you know what I've noticed? People take things and themselves too seriously here. Don't forget this is the INTERNET. For all you know everyone could be lying.AND you cannot teach people to respect you, have manners or have values similar to yours - THAT'S WHAT PARENTS are for. Having said that - respect to you all as I don't mean to offend anyone. IP: Logged |
Mystic Gemini Knowflake Posts: 1339 From: New York City Registered: Jul 2005
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posted November 27, 2005 10:45 AM
Sue you sound like a 5th grader tattling on another classmate. Honestly grow up. Quit making yourself look like the victim all the time.IP: Logged |
Mystic Gemini Knowflake Posts: 1339 From: New York City Registered: Jul 2005
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posted November 27, 2005 10:47 AM
Oh and by the way it wasn't sh*t. It was **** . Good day
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MAGUS of MUSIC Knowflake Posts: 1308 From: poughkeepsie,NY,usa Registered: Jun 2002
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posted November 27, 2005 10:56 AM
Mystic, you seem to know a bit too much about how things worked for you in 5th grade.. In fact, I still find it amasing with your ever clever postings, and all the original and charming things you write, that you arent still in highschool. IP: Logged |
MAGUS of MUSIC Knowflake Posts: 1308 From: poughkeepsie,NY,usa Registered: Jun 2002
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posted November 27, 2005 10:59 AM
and lotus,, seems to me [in my perosnal opinion blah blah blah] that the things you have found offensive, tended too be when soemone would try and let you know, that it was your personal insecuritys causing you to offend so many in your more selfrightous moods. Wether the individual trying to point out what your doing took the time to try and suger coat thier advice, or wasnt in the mood so they just spoke their mind bluntly- you became offended, and very defensive. IP: Logged |
sue g Knowflake Posts: 4528 From: ireland Registered: Sep 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 11:00 AM
I didnt say sh*t did i, didnt I say s**t ???IP: Logged |
sue g Knowflake Posts: 4528 From: ireland Registered: Sep 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 11:02 AM
Hey.....victim???No I was speaking out for another not myself, dont care what you say about me.......!!! I just dont think Pixie deserves that.....thats all... IP: Logged |
lotusheartone Knowflake Posts: 3231 From: piopolis, quebec canada Registered: Jul 2005
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posted November 27, 2005 11:03 AM
And the Beat Goes Onda de da de de IP: Logged |
noreenz Knowflake Posts: 765 From: Registered: Feb 2004
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posted November 27, 2005 11:12 AM
Soooooo Dean,How's the wife and baby? Have you agreed on any names yet? Geez, I remember that being so hard with the first child. In fact, we named her on the way to the hospital.... I recently had a friend/aquaintance who was older mid-late 40's, she brought the baby home without naming him until she could get the "feel" for him. I believe it was like 30 days before he was officially named. Hope all is well in Aus! Noreen IP: Logged |