Small Talk: The Prayer Closet

[Iguessnot]

Oh wee it seems I've started something. My comment about Karens and being unbalanced wasn't about the shutdowns, but about the forum itself. Just seemed like an opportune time to post what I had observed over the years.

I'm a TWOP refugee. I watched a bit of the Duggars in the beginning but they didn't appeal to me and didn't trust them. By the time most of them got married I wasn't watching. Didn't watch the later shows but I did read these forums as the Josh scandals kept dropping.

The Duggars don't represent me, so I think I view them more objectively. I posted once that if they want to be uneducated buffoons, that's their prerogative. I'm doing better for my kids. 

Things get a bit Karenish when people proclaim if Duggar and company lived as they do, things would be perfect as their own children, marriages schools, etc. are.

I find it unbalanced to want to slap Jinger for a quiet smile. I know the mods have their own issues about violence, but I think the posters need to gain a bit of perspective into what they are looking at and not project so much. If that same smile, disheveled hair, or pose wouldn't bother you on anyone else, just reevaluate your anger. 

 

[Mindthinkr]

I hope @Scarlett45 is having a blast on her trip. I wonder if she is going to recognize our thread and how so many forums have changed. I bet her dog Cosmo is missing her too. I is hearing about him. 
 

I’m confused about so much that’s going on and changing in the forums. Right now I’m just grateful when I wake up and see that it’s still here. 

[crazycatlady58]

3 hours ago, Mindthinkr said:

I hope @Scarlett45 is having a blast on her trip. I wonder if she is going to recognize our thread and how so many forums have changed. I bet her dog Cosmo is missing her too. I is hearing about him. 
 

I’m confused about so much that’s going on and changing in the forums. Right now I’m just grateful when I wake up and see that it’s still here. 

Do you remember when she will be back?  I clicked on her name and saw she had liked some posts so it will not be a shock. I bet she is glad she is out of this mess.

[frenchtoast]

8 hours ago, Iguessnot said:

Oh wee it seems I've started something. My comment about Karens and being unbalanced wasn't about the shutdowns, but about the forum itself. Just seemed like an opportune time to post what I had observed over the years.

I'm a TWOP refugee. I watched a bit of the Duggars in the beginning but they didn't appeal to me and didn't trust them. By the time most of them got married I wasn't watching. Didn't watch the later shows but I did read these forums as the Josh scandals kept dropping.

The Duggars don't represent me, so I think I view them more objectively. I posted once that if they want to be uneducated buffoons, that's their prerogative. I'm doing better for my kids. 

Things get a bit Karenish when people proclaim if Duggar and company lived as they do, things would be perfect as their own children, marriages schools, etc. are.

I find it unbalanced to want to slap Jinger for a quiet smile. I know the mods have their own issues about violence, but I think the posters need to gain a bit of perspective into what they are looking at and not project so much. If that same smile, disheveled hair, or pose wouldn't bother you on anyone else, just reevaluate your anger. 

 

As a former mod (and one that had no input about the changes, I left years ago) the main overall theme/rule/guideline was posters should speak to and about each other with respect/kindness etc. Posters could be as vulgar, cruel, hyperbolic and repetitive about the TV people. (That's where the boards on boards comes from--don't talk about the forum, posters or mods, talk about the show and the show people). Did it get repetitive and hyperbolic and repetitive? Yes. Yes it did. It was my responsibility to read the posts to make sure posters weren't calling each other Karens or unbalanced. Criticizing posters (and calling them unbalanced is criticizing) would be a problem. I probably would have let it go to see if other posters would ignore or barely interact. But talking about how people post is not talking about the show/characters. And then it just becomes a great big accusatory/defensive circle. I was here as a mod for 4 years. I knew the posters well enough to gauge how they  would probably react. That was ... well not my job because I was a volunteer. A volunteer who spend hours on my vacation when the Josh molestation scandal broke make a safe and caring place for posters.

And that critiquing of other posters seems to be what these new guidelines are pointing to given what has been highlighted and encouraged. I find it hugely problematic. I would have NEVER suggested badges because it's bound to cause resentment and bad feelings. I sure as hell would NEVER EVER highlight a post as a mod to say what a good poster that person is being. I was there to be as neutral and fair as I could be. And being human, I'm sure I failed at that sometimes. But I tried. I tried to make a spot where people could post. The biggest issue with this forum and it's one I couldn't fix was it is hard for people that are fans of the Duggars and their cohort to come and post here. It was not welcoming to them because the posts are overwhelmingly against the Duggars etc. And if someone did post positively about them I could see where they would feel ganged up on. However, I did on occasion remind folks that people are allowed to like and post about the Duggars in the forum. But that was because all posters are to treat each other with respect. If you don't like it you can ignore it. Apparently calling your fellow poster unbalanced and Karens is what is expected here now. And I find that deeply troubling and an anathema to what I practiced as a mod. I would have never even said that in a private message to posters. 

All that being said, if this gets me banned etc so be it. I hope not because I still want to talk about Bad Batch with the other two posters on there. But it is what it is. I find Discord to be easier than Reddit. Not quite as nice as a forum but I prefer the quoting system to Reddits.

[Minivanessa]

1 hour ago, frenchtoast said:

As a former mod (and one that had no input about the changes, I left years ago) the main overall theme/rule/guideline was posters should speak to and about each other with respect/kindness etc. . .  It was my responsibility to read the posts to make sure posters weren't calling each other Karens or unbalanced. Criticizing posters (and calling them unbalanced is criticizing) would be a problem.  .  .  . . And then it just becomes a great big accusatory/defensive circle. I was here as a mod for 4 years. I knew the posters well enough to gauge how they  would probably react. That was ... well not my job because I was a volunteer. A volunteer who spend hours on my vacation when the Josh molestation scandal broke make a safe and caring place for posters.

And that critiquing of other posters seems to be what these new guidelines are pointing to given what has been highlighted and encouraged. I find it hugely problematic. I would have NEVER suggested badges because it's bound to cause resentment and bad feelings. I sure as hell would NEVER EVER highlight a post as a mod to say what a good poster that person is being. I was there to be as neutral and fair as I could be. And being human, I'm sure I failed at that sometimes. But I tried. I tried to make a spot where people could post. The biggest issue with this forum and it's one I couldn't fix was it is hard for people that are fans of the Duggars and their cohort to come and post here. It was not welcoming to them because the posts are overwhelmingly against the Duggars etc. And if someone did post positively about them I could see where they would feel ganged up on. However, I did on occasion remind folks that people are allowed to like and post about the Duggars in the forum. But that was because all posters are to treat each other with respect. If you don't like it you can ignore it. Apparently calling your fellow poster unbalanced and Karens is what is expected here now. And I find that deeply troubling and an anathema to what I practiced as a mod. I would have never even said that in a private message to posters. 

All that being said, if this gets me banned etc so be it. I hope not because I still want to talk about Bad Batch with the other two posters on there. But it is what it is. I find Discord to be easier than Reddit. Not quite as nice as a forum but I prefer the quoting system to Reddits.

@frenchtoast - thank you for your service. I am not kidding!! I appreciated the moderation you and others have provided. I was here when Joshgate broke (under a different username, left* PT that fall when I got upset over something unrelated to the Duggars, and after calming down I rejoined with a new account later that year). Joshgate in spring and summer 2015 was seismic. So many issues in play! [*Edited to add: I quit, I wasn't banned, LOL.]

I've been around since TWoP. And the "no boards on boards" rule has thus been long since well imprinted in my mind. 

I was sitting here trying to draft a comment about the "unbalanced Karens" issue, when your post appeared. Thank you.

I'm here on this subforum to talk about the Duggars and their friends, and here in the Small Talk thread to chat about life in general. 

I realized as I read your post that I do not want or need to hop into the accusatory/defensive circle that the CM's recommending that post will inevitably create.

Everyone's entitled to their opinion of the forum, including that there's been some "unbalanced Karen" commentary or it's been "a bit Karenish" or that it's full of godless people who are gonna burn in hell because they snark on Jim Bob Duggar. My perception of the content will inevitably be different than anyone else's, in whole or in part. One person's takeaway from a discussion may be that someone has claimed that their way of childrearing is perfection, while I didn't read that into the comments at all. They aren't wrong - and neither am I, unless one of us has literally misunderstood a plain statement vs. what's implied. 

Thanks for the info on Discord. I have limited experience with it but the app is on my laptop. 

Edited March 5 by Jeeves
Removed extra word

[Notabug]

11 hours ago, Salacious Kitty said:

I think we're supposed to infer what's wrong from the "unbalanced" and "Karens in training" comment. 🤷

I'm not sure what is admirable about a post that refers to other posters in that fashion.  Is calling names and questioning mental health of other posters ok as long as they're being diverse, inclusive and equitable in the rest of the post?

Certainly there are kinder ways to characterize posters who are not performing up to whatever new standards are now being required here.

Since the post is marked 'recommended'; I've got to assume it is because it is the sort of thing we're supposed to be doing.

Edited March 5 by Notabug

[GeeGolly]

I'm so confused, I first understood the Karen post to be an example of what not to post. My head is still spinning that this type of post is being encouraged.

I too, fondly remember @frenchtoast's mod style. She was very patient with newbies as well as long-timers. I found her global warnings and pointed nudges were well responded too. I found her subtle assistance and support with posers, so very helpful. Frenchie also recognized our boredom, when our Duggar posts were on the nitpicky side and our ST posts were reaching. She always said we could make a convo about toilet paper - and we did - more than once.

Why fix what wasn't broken. It seems to me if we have posters still posting after 10+ years, this site and these specific threads are more enjoyable than not.

 

[Notabug]

1 hour ago, frenchtoast said:

As a former mod (and one that had no input about the changes, I left years ago) the main overall theme/rule/guideline was posters should speak to and about each other with respect/kindness etc. Posters could be as vulgar, cruel, hyperbolic and repetitive about the TV people. (That's where the boards on boards comes from--don't talk about the forum, posters or mods, talk about the show and the show people). Did it get repetitive and hyperbolic and repetitive? Yes. Yes it did. It was my responsibility to read the posts to make sure posters weren't calling each other Karens or unbalanced. Criticizing posters (and calling them unbalanced is criticizing) would be a problem. I probably would have let it go to see if other posters would ignore or barely interact. But talking about how people post is not talking about the show/characters. And then it just becomes a great big accusatory/defensive circle. I was here as a mod for 4 years. I knew the posters well enough to gauge how they  would probably react. That was ... well not my job because I was a volunteer. A volunteer who spend hours on my vacation when the Josh molestation scandal broke make a safe and caring place for posters.

And that critiquing of other posters seems to be what these new guidelines are pointing to given what has been highlighted and encouraged. I find it hugely problematic. I would have NEVER suggested badges because it's bound to cause resentment and bad feelings. I sure as hell would NEVER EVER highlight a post as a mod to say what a good poster that person is being. I was there to be as neutral and fair as I could be. And being human, I'm sure I failed at that sometimes. But I tried. I tried to make a spot where people could post. The biggest issue with this forum and it's one I couldn't fix was it is hard for people that are fans of the Duggars and their cohort to come and post here. It was not welcoming to them because the posts are overwhelmingly against the Duggars etc. And if someone did post positively about them I could see where they would feel ganged up on. However, I did on occasion remind folks that people are allowed to like and post about the Duggars in the forum. But that was because all posters are to treat each other with respect. If you don't like it you can ignore it. Apparently calling your fellow poster unbalanced and Karens is what is expected here now. And I find that deeply troubling and an anathema to what I practiced as a mod. I would have never even said that in a private message to posters. 

All that being said, if this gets me banned etc so be it. I hope not because I still want to talk about Bad Batch with the other two posters on there. But it is what it is. I find Discord to be easier than Reddit. Not quite as nice as a forum but I prefer the quoting system to Reddits.

Frenchie,  I remember how well the mods did when the fit hit the shan during the Josh scandal and I remember the large part you played in it.  The mods were very quick to shut down any discussion of possible minor children who were victimized as well as to remind posters that, even if he was convicted, openly wishing Josh would be harmed in prison was not allowed.

This place was  civil, enlightening and respectful during a situation that brought out the worst in a lot of other discussion sites online.

Thank you.

Edited March 5 by Notabug

[GeeGolly]

I'll also add, that for a period of time I felt ST was a little cliquey with some less than nice posters. So what I did was stop coming into the ST thread - for months at a time. I'd occasionally pop in, see what's up, say hi and then disappear. As I said before, I did however appreciate having ST during the pandemic. And I'm appreciating it now.

[Absolom]

My basic view is Primetimer should be mostly fun and entertaining with some information and socializing added. If we fail there, not much of the rest matters to me. I don’t expect a lot of an entertainment forum, but we’re in danger of missing the basics of why most of us show up. 

[crazy8s]

30 minutes ago, GeeGolly said:

I'll also add, that for a period of time I felt ST was a little cliquey with some less than nice posters.

I would agree with this - pre pandemic I only ever clicked the ST page to get rid of it being the only unread page shown.  There were people in there that never posted in the show threads, but dominated conversation in ST.

But ST has changed. The life events shared, the amount of empathy shown and suggestions of resources are great.  It has been a safe place for people to share whatever and even if all a small talk person has to offer is the care emoji, so a poster feels someone heard them, it is done.

[Minivanessa]

10 hours ago, ChiCricket said:

  I've been meaning to say thanks to those of you who recommended Costco for hearing aids.

You're welcome. I'm so glad that it worked out for your husband (and you). Thanks for letting us know!

[Aethera]

Hey guys. Another former Counting On / 19 Kids mod here, who also left long before all these changes took place (in 2020), due to personal life changes, nothing to do with the forums. I was also here the week that the Josh news broke, as we tried to figure out what the rules should be in that hectic time. We tried to make the rules as straightforward as we could, and relax them when things calmed down and it felt warranted. 

What strikes me as most strange about that recommended post is that it's also highly critical of the new system - for instance, of locking threads for titles that were set 5-10 years ago, when instead they could be changed. For the bewildering policies. I can't say I disagree with those aspects of the post, but the new admin might. And yet, it's been marked recommended. Perhaps they thought they were simply elevating some polite disagreement over their policies without reading thoroughly.

As a mod, it was my (volunteer) job to read all of the posts in this forum, and in others that may feel similar - Real Housewives, Kardashians, Sister Wives. Did I sometimes roll my eyes at the granularity of some of the discussions, and the passion shown by posters for and against people on TV that I never watched? Yes, I admit I did. But it was not my job to judge anyone, nor was it my job to take sides on disagreements of opinion over those on the shows. The point of these forums is to have robust discussion on the shows. If people didn't get granular and re-discuss long-standing topics, it would get pretty quiet around here.  It was my job to keep things civil, roughly on track, and make sure that folks were adhering to the few basic over-arching rules of Primetimer. It was also my job to facilitate and encourage discussion. I agree with @frenchtoastthat the badges are unlikely to accomplish those goals. 

I've been half-following the current drama here via reddit and connections to former mods. It doesn't look like fun for anyone. Hopefully Primetimer will survive the growing pains. I have a lot of fond memories of my time here. 

[GeeGolly]

Should we be opening up new threads for the Vuolos and JB&M?

[crazy8s]

6 minutes ago, GeeGolly said:

Should we be opening up new threads for the Vuolos and JB&M?

do you know how? I say yes that is what seems to be needed.

I think it"s the mashup name that is the problem with the one and then Boob.

Lolli and Pops would probably be a no go, even though the duggars themselves have used those names.

 

[frenchtoast]

5 minutes ago, GeeGolly said:

Should we be opening up new threads for the Vuolos and JB&M?

I opened new threads when new episodes dropped for Bad Batch and it went fine. In the past, when I was a mod, there were some forums where I needed to be in there creating and time locking threads and other forums where posters could do it. It really depended on the show. In this instance, a bland Jinger and Jeremy topic wouldn't seem amiss. Someone created the Josh and Anna thread and that stayed up, so I don't see why not. They should be able to merge the topics so that the old posts could show up. I don't know if the new community managers and moderators know some of the "housekeeping" stuff that can be done. I mean, they could have just renamed the topics and given a brief note about it. It would be easy and way more respectful and kind to the actual posters. I can only assume they don't know how to do that. I don't know. 

[Salacious Kitty]

10 minutes ago, GeeGolly said:

Should we be opening up new threads for the Vuolos and JB&M?

The person who opened the Josh and Anna thread has only been a member since November, with a handful of posts. Given the tone of the post, I think it's a mod or CM. Maybe we should wait for guidance?

[Aethera]

I do not believe the person who opened the Josh & Anna thread is a mod. 

I believe we'd be fine to open new threads as long as the names are respectful, and the commentary stays respectful as well. 

[Salacious Kitty]

6 minutes ago, Aethera said:

I do not believe the person who opened the Josh & Anna thread is a mod. 

I believe we'd be fine to open new threads as long as the names are respectful, and the commentary stays respectful as well. 

Sorry, I am just a bit leery of newbies with 25 posts (who have never posted here) jumping in here and opening threads. Especially with the mod note attached. Just seemed...strange. 😀

Edited March 5 by Salacious Kitty

[Scarlett45]

11 hours ago, Mindthinkr said:

I hope @Scarlett45 is having a blast on her trip. I wonder if she is going to recognize our thread and how so many forums have changed. I bet her dog Cosmo is missing her too. I is hearing about him. 
 

I’m confused about so much that’s going on and changing in the forums. Right now I’m just grateful when I wake up and see that it’s still here. 

Hey! You’re so sweet to think of me!!

 

I did have an amazing time on my trip. I learned so much, got to use my French for the first time in ages (I retained more than I thought). However trips like that are go go go- like a work day, up at 6am, tour bus at 7:30am, walking around all day. It was slightly colder than normal which was rougher than I wanted (I brought my coat etc but my fashion dreams were dashed). 
 

Here’s a PhotoGrid I put together of all the adorable cats and dogs of Morocco. 

[CalicoKitty]

I Just came back from having my taxes done by AARP.  In case  you are unaware, AARP offers free tax preparation for seniors (I think you have to 50 or 55, I don't remember).  You take your tax info and they prepare your taxes while you wait.  It is sponsored by AARP, but you do not have to be an AARP member.  Your taxes are double checked and they give you the form for your payment or refund.  There is a website--AARP Tax services, or something like that, that has locations by state, and then by town.  Here they start taking reservations mid January and start tax preps mid February.  It is appointment only, and the site has the phone number to call.  They have a few restrictions that they will tell you about when you make your appointment.   The slots do fill fast, so you have to make a reservation early.  I know a lot of people don't know about this service, and I hope it helps someone to get ready for next tax season.  There was a lady there this morning that is almost blind, and they were very helpful and kind to her.

[libgirl2]

3 minutes ago, CalicoKitty said:

I Just came back from having my taxes done by AARP.  In case  you are unaware, AARP offers free tax preparation for seniors (I think you have to 50 or 55, I don't remember).  You take your tax info and they prepare your taxes while you wait.  It is sponsored by AARP, but you do not have to be an AARP member.  Your taxes are double checked and they give you the form for your payment or refund.  There is a website--AARP Tax services, or something like that, that has locations by state, and then by town.  Here they start taking reservations mid January and start tax preps mid February.  It is appointment only, and the site has the phone number to call.  They have a few restrictions that they will tell you about when you make your appointment.   The slots do fill fast, so you have to make a reservation early.  I know a lot of people don't know about this service, and I hope it helps someone to get ready for next tax season.  There was a lady there this morning that is almost blind, and they were very helpful and kind to her.

I just looked and there are several locations near me. The only problem is looks like the times are during the week. But it is good to keep in mind for next tax season as we already have an appointment. 

[floridamom]

Yes, we have AARP prepare our taxes also. We are members and I appreciate this very valuable service. They do a good job.  I'm glad that helpful, friendly information is passed along here on this site. Be well..everyone...

[GeeGolly]

Sheets. I need reasonably priced sheets. The ones we love and are replacing no longer exist.

[pinkandsparkly13]

Good Lord, I get having some rules in place so things don't get too crazy, but some of this stuff is just getting to be too much. Sometimes I prefer a free-for-all place as I call it. I've always just thought this is a forum for TV shows. It shouldn't be that serious. But I better shut up. I have three warning points here. Hehe. 

 I do love it here and I want to stay. But I have gotten frustrated by some directives. 

[oliviabenson]

59 minutes ago, GeeGolly said:

Sheets. I need reasonably priced sheets. The ones we love and are replacing no longer exist.

I found flannel sheets on clearance In target for $15. 

[oliviabenson]

1 hour ago, Scarlett45 said:

Hey! You’re so sweet to think of me!!

 

I did have an amazing time on my trip. I learned so much, got to use my French for the first time in ages (I retained more than I thought). However trips like that are go go go- like a work day, up at 6am, tour bus at 7:30am, walking around all day. It was slightly colder than normal which was rougher than I wanted (I brought my coat etc but my fashion dreams were dashed). 
 

Here’s a PhotoGrid I put together of all the adorable cats and dogs of Morocco. 

Safe travels and glad you are enjoying yourself!!! Now please show us what you ate lol. Good food pics are very interesting!

[Ohiopirate02]

1 hour ago, GeeGolly said:

Sheets. I need reasonably priced sheets. The ones we love and are replacing no longer exist.

I researched sheets 3 years ago, and settled on these ones from JC Penney

https://www.jcpenney.com/p/wrinkle-guard-400tc-cotton-sheet-set/ppr5007993758?cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXww&pTmplType=regular&cid=affiliate|Skimlinks|13418528|na&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=Skimlinks&utm_campaign=13418528&utm_content=na&cjevent=cf95c01cdb4511ee83d203750a82b838

They came highly rated from Wirecutter.  I like them, and they are holding up well.

[CalicoKitty]

2 hours ago, Ohiopirate02 said:

I researched sheets 3 years ago, and settled on these ones from JC Penney

https://www.jcpenney.com/p/wrinkle-guard-400tc-cotton-sheet-set/ppr5007993758?cjdata=MXxOfDB8WXww&pTmplType=regular&cid=affiliate|Skimlinks|13418528|na&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=Skimlinks&utm_campaign=13418528&utm_content=na&cjevent=cf95c01cdb4511ee83d203750a82b838

They came highly rated from Wirecutter.  I like them, and they are holding up well.

I really like my sheets from the Sleep Number store.  They have held up very well, wash well, and are very soft.  They have elastic all around, plus additional elastic straps on the corners, so they stay in place very well.

[Scarlett45]

2 hours ago, oliviabenson said:

Safe travels and glad you are enjoying yourself!!! Now please show us what you ate lol. Good food pics are very interesting!

They gave the vegetarians a lot of carrots, zucchini, bread and couscous. My mom would’ve loved the lemon tarte at Rick’s Cafe. 

[oliviabenson]

I too adore lemon desserts ❤️. Your food looked delicious! 
 

@Scarlett45

[Minivanessa]

@Scarlett45 - thanks for the update on your trip, and the fab food pictures!

@GeeGolly - I've been pleased with these 680 thread count sheet sets from Costco: https://www.costco.com/kirkland-signature-680-thread-count-sheet-set.product.100511905.html 

[sixlets]

My absolute favorite set of sheets is from Sleep Number.  They had a deal going on when we got our SN bed.  They are so soft, don't warp at the elastic, and never pop off the corners.  My next favorite ones are from Target in their Threshold Performance Sheet Set.  

For those who don't regularly hang out in the Sister Wives topic, Garrison (his mom is Jenelle) passed away at the age of 25, and it looks like a suicide.  He seemed like such a good kid and turned into an awesome young man.  Even though I loathe Kody & Robyn, I feel so bad for the entire family.

[Scarlett45]

16 hours ago, sixlets said:

My absolute favorite set of sheets is from Sleep Number.  They had a deal going on when we got our SN bed.  They are so soft, don't warp at the elastic, and never pop off the corners.  My next favorite ones are from Target in their Threshold Performance Sheet Set.  

For those who don't regularly hang out in the Sister Wives topic, Garrison (his mom is Jenelle) passed away at the age of 25, and it looks like a suicide.  He seemed like such a good kid and turned into an awesome young man.  Even though I loathe Kody & Robyn, I feel so bad for the entire family.

I have enjoyed sheets I’ve purchased at Costco. I enjoy jersey sheets and Target has some very reasonably. Also Marshall’s/TJMaxx has good deals on quality sheets. I bought some Rae Dunn Halloween sheets just for fun and was very displeased, so scratchy!!!!! I will likely donate them a I have no desire to use them again this October. 
 

Regarding Garrison’s death- My heart hurts for the entire family as well. What a tragedy. I’ve watched the show from the beginning, so I feel like I “know” the kids (who are now mostly adults). What a lovely young man he was, and I know he will be missed by his siblings and parents deeply. If anyone is struggling please know you’re not alone and help is out there. 

[kav]

21 hours ago, Jeeves said:

@Scarlett45 - thanks for the update on your trip, and the fab food pictures!

@GeeGolly - I've been pleased with these 680 thread count sheet sets from Costco: https://www.costco.com/kirkland-signature-680-thread-count-sheet-set.product.100511905.html 

I was just scrolling through, and read this as "680 thread count from Cosmo" and I was like what does sheets have to do with Scarlet's pet?

[realityfan26]

In addition to getting an angry reaction emoji, we've lost the rainbow thanks one. The emoji replacing the rainbow one is too little for me to even tell what's going on that makes it a thanks.

[crazy8s]

under site business they have had a few vote for emojis. 

The grateful emoji replaced the rainbow thanks emoji. It seems maybe both could be useful because thanks and grateful are different.

I would choose the rainbow thanks as response to say a recommendation for sheets, grateful seems a bit much as a response to something like that.

 

[oliviabenson]

Kaylee Hill posted her lemon muffins. Welll I saw lemon/poppyseed muffins in a store. I bought the 4 pack lol. Thanks Kiki Hill lol. Now I need plexus slim from her lol.

[Salacious Kitty]

2 minutes ago, oliviabenson said:

Kaylee Hill posted her lemon muffins. Welll I saw lemon/poppyseed muffins in a store. I bought the 4 pack lol. Thanks Kiki Hill lol. Now I need plexus slim from her lol.

At least Kaylee's trying. Jill stopped with that years ago. 

[GeeGolly]

I'm curious as to how the angry reaction emoji will be used. Is this a down vote? Or is it a yes, I agree that is maddening? My thought is an angry reaction emoji might upset commenters and rather than promote a healthy discussion, it could lead to misunderstandings.

[BradandJanet]

The angry emoji feels like a problem and a strange addition to the reactions selection. I think I'll pass on it.

[ChiCricket]

  I could see myself using it when I want to commiserate with another poster about something they're going through (and the thing they posted is something that pisses me off because I hate that kind of thing is happening to anyone in the world.)

  But on second thought, I guess I'd probably still use the huggy bear emojii. Not sure what I'd feel comfortable using the angry one for.

ps I dislike that they changed the rainbow thank you emojii to a weird little grateful one. JMHO

Edited March 7 by ChiCricket

[quarks]

Speaking as a bisexual, queer person, I miss the rainbow emoji already - even if, on this site, the rainbow emoji was mostly used to express thanks, not, YAY THIS SHOW IS SO QUEER!

(Uh, not, obviously, Duggar related shows, but something like that one episode of The Last of Us.)

When I've seen that anger emoji used on various Slacks, it's usually been used to express rage at the situation.  For example, someone complaining about an incorrect medical bill, and others in that Slack responding with the anger emoji. I've never seen it used as a down vote - but the Slacks I'm on are all invite-only. I can see it creating potential problems on a site like this one, where anyone can join - especially given the topic.

[GeeGolly]

I feel we should be moved back into the yellow zone as it seems everyone is abiding by the guidelines. You know, kind of like a group badge, an incentive to keep it going.

Any Idea who to contact to see if we can make this happen?

[Salacious Kitty]

2 hours ago, GeeGolly said:

I feel we should be moved back into the yellow zone as it seems everyone is abiding by the guidelines. You know, kind of like a group badge, an incentive to keep it going.

Any Idea who to contact to see if we can make this happen?

@CM-CrispMtAir @cm-soupsipper

[Stevie Nicks]

I don't post much if at all in ST, but do read. I am so confused with what's going on. I see I'm not the only one. I hope the whole site doesn't get shut down. So are most people going to Free Jinger or Reddit? I don't use Reddit, because I find it confusing. 

[Suzn]

I sincerely hope there are at least a few vintage movie fans who will get this...otherwise hoping no one takes it wrong...

"Badges. Badges? We don't need no stinkin' badges."

[CherryMalotte]

20 minutes ago, Suzn said:

"Badges. Badges? We don't need no stinkin' badges."

I was thinking the same thing!

And...with this red light green light business I thought of Squid Game.  

 

[SunnyBeBe]

There’s been a lot of heavy news this week.  Life is full of surprises…both good and bad.  I got news that a dear friend of mine has a very serious medical condition.  Life is so precious.  Trying to be supportive of them and their recovery.  I don’t understand why things like that happen to such wonderful people…
 

Also, I’m trying to stay focused on my health and staying as healthy as possible. (Still struggling with Post Covid Syndrome) I’m glad to report that I’m a hair away from a 70 pound weight loss.  Some may recall, I’ve posted my progress here since July last year.  I’m still working out most days. I had to laugh yesterday when I left the gym and stopped by a store to pick up some items for my mom.  (I run most all errands and shopping when I leave the gym still in my workout clothes.) A very nice looking man operating a mobility scooter with a basket on the front approached me. .  He said to me, why don’t you hop in and let me scoot you around? 🤣 I wasn’t sure if he was serious, but I smiled and said, Thank you, but I need the walking for exercise.  Lol. He said, ok and laughed. Anyway, it made me feel good.  I’ll take it as a compliment.  Lol

I’m focusing on getting new workout clothes.  I haven’t been too pleased with the options. I would love to create my own line.   Sports bras in particular need more options.  Any suggestions are welcome.  It’s difficult to find any with a large cup that aren’t at least $60.00.  

The upside is that my health continues to improve and I feel incredibly good! Except for my tennis elbow and PCS….ugh…still very GRATEFUL! 

 

 

Edited March 9 by SunnyBeBe

[Minivanessa]

@SunnyBeBe - my goodness, life is complex for sure. I'm so sorry about your friend's situation. I know you'd love to be able to make it all better with the wave of a magic wand. But you're hanging in and being supportive, which is a priceless gift to your friend.

About your weight loss and fitness program - WOWZER. Thanks for sharing that. It's helping inspire and motivate me as I'm dealing with a few relevant things I'd rather not talk a lot about right now. You've clearly put a lot of effort into improving your health, and I applaud you big time for it!!