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Posted by Angel Girl on January 26, 2005, at 21:34:05
In reply to Re: The new Dr Bob? » Angel Girl, posted by Dinah on January 26, 2005, at 17:32:45
> Angel Girl, to some extent I was kidding and speculating. Dr. Bob shows equal distance to all, as far as I can see. I don't think he has any dislike for you. Anyone who looks for a personal reaction from Dr. Bob is doomed to be disappointed.
>
> But he provides a nice service for us by providing the space for this community. And we can get tons of personal reactions from others here.
DinahThanks for clearing that up for me.
AG
Posted by Tabitha on January 27, 2005, at 0:15:57
In reply to Re: The new Dr Bob? » Tabitha, posted by Dinah on January 26, 2005, at 12:17:30
> Well, to give him credit, he remembered it and used it properly in context. :) Even more to his credit, he did go to the trouble of rewording it slightly so that it felt more comfortable to him (or to correct my grammar errors) and to personalize it to the poster and the situation.
That's nice, but if he wants us to believe it's really him talking, I think he'll need to reduce it down to 8 words or less. ;-)
Posted by AuntieMel on January 27, 2005, at 13:37:26
In reply to Re: please be civil/ AN APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? » Dr. Bob, posted by Fallen4MyT on January 26, 2005, at 16:37:04
I read it as sarcasm.
Another case of two people reading the same thing and getting different impressions, Dr. Bob??
Posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 14:42:58
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as..... » Fallen4MyT, posted by AuntieMel on January 27, 2005, at 13:37:26
> I read it as sarcasm.
>
> Another case of two people reading the same thing and getting different impressions, Dr. Bob??
WOW!!! I never considered that Dr. Bob was being sarcastic at all. I thought he was being genuine. Of course, I could be wrong as I tend to be a little naive and want to think the best of everyone. That's not to say that you are wrong, just giving my viewpoint and now am curious to know if Dr. Bob was being genuine or sarcastic.AG
Posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 14:55:48
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as..... » AuntieMel, posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 14:42:58
> > I read it as sarcasm.
> >
> > Another case of two people reading the same thing and getting different impressions, Dr. Bob??
>
>
Yeah, Dr. Bob can be a Rorschac test, in this case I didn't sense sarcasm, but on occasion his P.B.C's make me wonder if he has a really dry sense of humor. Like the one that read "Please don't accuse anyone here of causing the deaths of millions.
But other times, I think he's just being Auto-Bob
Posted by partlycloudy on January 27, 2005, at 15:08:58
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as....., posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 14:55:48
I thought Dr Bob's post was a real departure from the ol' cut and paste from the FAQs. My sarcasm detector wasn't alerted, but it does need to be recalibrated after the workout it gets here sometimes.
Posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 15:15:27
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as....., posted by partlycloudy on January 27, 2005, at 15:08:58
> I thought Dr Bob's post was a real departure from the ol' cut and paste from the FAQs. My sarcasm detector wasn't alerted, but it does need to be recalibrated after the workout it gets here sometimes. : )
I really liked it, it's unfortunate though, every time I see he makes an effort to be more personal, because of the reaction I can understand why he was the way he was before.
I think he made a friendly comment to someone's post recently, and someone else was hurt because he hadn't commented on their post.
I'm not criticizing the reactions at all, it just helps me understand why he maintains his distance.
Posted by Fallen4MyT on January 27, 2005, at 16:52:39
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as..... » Fallen4MyT, posted by AuntieMel on January 27, 2005, at 13:37:26
> I read it as sarcasm.
>
> Another case of two people reading the same thing and getting different impressions, Dr. Bob??Wow maybe I dunno...????
Posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 17:15:56
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as....., posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 14:55:48
Gabbix
Wow!!! That's a new one to me. What was the post that he would make that kind of comment on?
AG
> >
> Yeah, Dr. Bob can be a Rorschac test, in this case I didn't sense sarcasm, but on occasion his P.B.C's make me wonder if he has a really dry sense of humor. Like the one that read "Please don't accuse anyone here of causing the deaths of millions.
> But other times, I think he's just being Auto-Bob
>
>
Posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 17:18:54
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as....., posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 15:15:27
Gabbix
I guess it just goes to prove that you can't ever make everybody happy, especially when there are so many posters here.
AG
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> I really liked it, it's unfortunate though, every time I see he makes an effort to be more personal, because of the reaction I can understand why he was the way he was before.
> I think he made a friendly comment to someone's post recently, and someone else was hurt because he hadn't commented on their post.
> I'm not criticizing the reactions at all, it just helps me understand why he maintains his distance.
>
Posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 17:27:40
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as..... » Gabbix2, posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 17:15:56
> Gabbix
>
> Wow!!! That's a new one to me. What was the post that he would make that kind of comment on?
>
> AG
Oh it was an old old one, and I can't remember off hand, I think it *may* have been about someone advocating a certain medication, but it's the response that registered with me.
It's in the archives íf you do a search.
Posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 18:00:53
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as..... » Angel Girl, posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 17:27:40
> > Gabbix
> >
> > Wow!!! That's a new one to me. What was the post that he would make that kind of comment on?
> >
> > AG
> Oh it was an old old one, and I can't remember off hand, I think it *may* have been about someone advocating a certain medication, but it's the response that registered with me.
> It's in the archives íf you do a search.
GabbixI think the response is comical unless it was about meds, then maybe not.
AG
Posted by Dinah on January 27, 2005, at 19:06:52
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as..... » Fallen4MyT, posted by AuntieMel on January 27, 2005, at 13:37:26
I know that for certain.
I would be sorry though if his taking my suggestion led to problems for him. I thought it was kind of nice of him.
Posted by alexandra_k on January 27, 2005, at 19:18:05
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as....., posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 15:15:27
> I really liked it, it's unfortunate though, every time I see he makes an effort to be more personal, because of the reaction I can understand why he was the way he was before.
> I think he made a friendly comment to someone's post recently, and someone else was hurt because he hadn't commented on their post.
> I'm not criticizing the reactions at all, it just helps me understand why he maintains his distance.Yeah Gabbix, you read my mind.
Posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 19:56:46
In reply to Re: APOLOGY FROM DR BOB? I read it as..... » Gabbix2, posted by alexandra_k on January 27, 2005, at 19:18:05
Fair's Fair Alexandra. Now would you please read my mind and then post about it under the gated communities thread?
Teasing..
Gx2
Posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 21:26:56
In reply to It wasn't sarcasm » AuntieMel, posted by Dinah on January 27, 2005, at 19:06:52
> I know that for certain.
>
> I would be sorry though if his taking my suggestion led to problems for him. I thought it was kind of nice of him.
I thought so too Dinah. I thought he was making a genuine effort after reading your post. I was happy to see him apply it.AG
Posted by mike13 on January 27, 2005, at 22:01:25
In reply to Re: It wasn't sarcasm » Dinah, posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 21:26:56
what happened to angel girl exactly??
Posted by Fallen4MyT on January 27, 2005, at 22:03:48
In reply to Re: It wasn't sarcasm » Dinah, posted by Angel Girl on January 27, 2005, at 21:26:56
Posted by AuntieMel on January 27, 2005, at 22:35:55
In reply to It wasn't sarcasm » AuntieMel, posted by Dinah on January 27, 2005, at 19:06:52
First read - I thought sarcasm. Second read (and considering the source) I figured it wasn't.
But then it occurred to me that it *was* a prime example of reading different things into the same words. Something that often happens here..... Something I usually tend to read in a good light.
So I decided to post it. Probably just a sick way of making an old point.
I'll go sit in the corner now.
Posted by Dinah on January 27, 2005, at 22:42:55
In reply to Re: I was half joking » Dinah, posted by AuntieMel on January 27, 2005, at 22:35:55
No need for corner sitting!
I guess I just feel like Gabbi. I want to encourage Dr. Bob to be more open with us. More playful even.
Although I'm as guilty as anyone at wondering about his motives when he does. Bad me.
Wouldn't it be lovely if Dr. Bob felt like he could be more the Dr. Bob he was in the early days? Those early Babblers got to experience something we've missed, and that I suspect is a valuable thing.
Posted by AuntieMel on January 28, 2005, at 8:27:12
In reply to Come out right now! » AuntieMel, posted by Dinah on January 27, 2005, at 22:42:55
I know what you mean. If I hadn't started with reading the archives and felt like I new lots of the folks already I probably wouldn't be here.
I felt like I experienced something special just reading the archives.
But I also understand that it's grown a lot and with growth must come change. While it's sad it can't be like it was back then, it is good that more people are being helped.
This is the first forum I've been on. Probably my last, too. Anything else would probably be like wearing rhinestones.
Posted by Gabbix2 on January 28, 2005, at 16:59:11
In reply to Re: Wouldn't it be loverly... » Dinah, posted by AuntieMel on January 28, 2005, at 8:27:12
> I know what you mean. If I hadn't started with reading the archives and felt like I new lots of the folks already I probably wouldn't be here.
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> I felt like I experienced something special just reading the archives.
>
Me too! It's intriguing isn't it? I've never "belonged" to another public board, I've tried, but reading the archives here the personalities were captivating, I wanted to get to know people, and I think about people I've never even met.
I thought perhaps my comfort here was habit, so I've gone to other boards but it's been so forced, there definitely is something special here.
Posted by Gabbix2 on January 28, 2005, at 17:07:44
In reply to Re: It wasn't sarcasm, posted by mike13 on January 27, 2005, at 22:01:25
> what happened to angel girl exactly??
I'm not ignoring you Mike, I'm just trying to think of a way of putting things so it doesn't reignite the board. I'm afraid just giving links to posts would be confusing because the whole episode was so convoluted. :)
Posted by alexandra_k on January 28, 2005, at 17:49:39
In reply to Ok, posted by Gabbix2 on January 27, 2005, at 19:56:46
>Now would you please read my mind and then post about it under the gated communities thread?
> Teasing..Oh, phew. Thank god for that!
:-)
Posted by Gabbi-x-2 on February 7, 2005, at 23:07:16
In reply to Re: It wasn't sarcasm » mike13, posted by Gabbix2 on January 28, 2005, at 17:07:44
I'm sorry, this time I did forget about you.
Mea Culpa, Mea Culpa Mea Maxima Culpa
Let's see
1. A Poster inadvertantly shortens the word Anti-Christian to AntiChrist and puts it into the subject heading next to Angel girls name
2. Angel Girl feels very upset by this as she is a Christian
3. She requests that dr. Bob remove the Subject heading but he refuses, and simply asterisks out one letter from it.
There it doesn't seem nearly so confusing now but it caused quite a stir because Angel Girl got blocked while she was already upset.. and
well admin is never calm for long.
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