Author Topic: LG is leaving for real (Read 700 times)

hydrargyrum · « **Reply #15 on:** December 11, 2006, 01:58:35 PM »

Dave,

You continue to be a shining example of excellent moderation. This is by far one of the most relaxed and polite music related forums I have ever seen. I now strive to post with the same good behavior as I have seen here on every other site I visit. I know I am not alone in my sincere appreciation of this source of excellent information.

the_8_string_king · « **Reply #16 on:** December 11, 2006, 04:37:41 PM »

Dave your unusual patience, sensitivity, and wisdom in this matter are inspiring, and have earned you a lot of respect from me, for whatever it's worth.

I had some further thoughts beyond my posts on the topic, but decided againsth any further expenditures of effort/energy in that specific arena.

Anyway, just had to say that. I was aware of most/all of what you said, but it was an insightful reminder, and I appreciated the food for thought.

Mark

David Houck · « **Reply #17 on:** December 11, 2006, 07:56:53 PM »

Thanks.

inthelows · « **Reply #18 on:** December 11, 2006, 08:23:24 PM »

Trust Me LG lives on in spirit. And email.
There was no one person or reason he pulled the pin. He couldn't get everything he needed, had expressed himself in a manner others objected to and he pulled the pin.
When he regains composure he may be back.
Dave.. you said it right! Several times. There are few in this membership as articulate as you are. Without intervention the feeding frenzy would have continued.
NLP

georgie_boy · « **Reply #19 on:** December 12, 2006, 03:27:18 AM »

have to agree with NLP on that one!
You do a GREAT job Dave, and we all appreciate your time and efforts.
Keep up the good work!
George

keavin · « **Reply #20 on:** December 12, 2006, 04:10:54 AM »

And just think Dave Does Not work @ alembic & he doesnt even live in Santa Rosa!

georgie_boy · « **Reply #21 on:** December 12, 2006, 04:27:27 AM »

Wish I did!
G

ajdover · « **Reply #22 on:** December 12, 2006, 04:44:45 AM »

I don't live in Santa Rosa either, but I've been there. It is a magical place. No wonder moderator Dave is willing to donate his time and obviously erudite diction - the people, instruments, and company are more than worth it. Let's all be happy Dave and Alembic are here.

Alan

georgie_boy · « **Reply #23 on:** December 12, 2006, 05:01:06 AM »

Seconded!!

George

paulman · « **Reply #24 on:** December 12, 2006, 07:09:43 AM »

Dave, to paraphrase Abe Lincoln...

You can please some Alembic forumites all of the time, all Alembic forumites some of the time, but you cannot please all of the Alembic forumites all of the time.

You do an excellent job, and are human. So continue to make the best desicion possible, with the information you have available. Thank you for moderating! *hug*

And, good luck LG! It's tough to strike out on ones own. When people start telling me and my band we're crazy, and not practical we know we're on the right path.

haddimudd · « **Reply #25 on:** December 14, 2006, 10:26:30 AM »

I never understood why people would delete their profiles when deciding not to participate in the forum anymore. They could just not participate, if they'd wish, it wouldn't make a difference. They don't have to post or even visit the forum just because they have a leftover profile. They wouldn't even need to tell anybody that they don't visit.

Which brings me to the conclusion that people doing this are more after making a statement and want to be heard, not so much after the actual act of leaving.

After all, even without a profile they still can and probably do visit the forum and read the threads. By doing so they may be very satisfied to find out that they eventually evoked a reaction whereas earlier they may have felt like fighting windmills.

Psychologically, this is an interesting phenomenon.

Hartmut

lbpesq · « **Reply #26 on:** December 14, 2006, 12:24:52 PM »

In fifth grade it was I'm taking my basketball and going home.

Bill, tgo

hydrargyrum · « **Reply #27 on:** December 14, 2006, 02:59:03 PM »

Harmut,

I once belonged to a forum that I no longer visit. I didn't make any announcements, or delete my profile. I simply decided that there were differences between me and some of the other forum members that could not be breached, and that I did not like the argumentative mood that it put me in. I have a hard time imagining someone making a statement like this, and not at least checking in to see how people reacted. A very interesting phenomenon indeed . . .

j_gary · « **Reply #28 on:** December 14, 2006, 04:07:23 PM »

Dave, your patience, sensitivity, and wisdom are a direct reflection of the tone and atmosphere around here. Because of that, like souls are drawn here making this one of the most pleasant forums on the net.

On my initial exposure to this forum I was sure you worked for Alembic as you accurately reflect the Alembic character and class

As the drama unfolded I began to mass troops along the border. Then as usual you brokered a diplomatic solution.

Well done sir!

rklisme · « **Reply #29 on:** December 14, 2006, 07:55:09 PM »

It is amazing to me how pompus this club has become. If someone wants to leave and make a lot of noise about it for whatever reason, that is their business. If they want to delete their profile to make a statement that is their business. If they choose to go away quietly that is their business. If they choose to come back and participate that is their business. If they only choose to read quietly in the shadows that is their business.
You guys sit around like a bunch of old ladies waiting for someone to slip up in your opionion so that you can make disparaging remarks and feel better about yourselves.
That is not a real Alembic, Where I buy my Alembic is nicer than where you get yours, My ebony lams and 15 strings are better than your four string whatchamajig! It is funny that you are doing exactly what you have accused someone else of doing. Which brings me to the conclusion that people doing this are more after making a statement and want to be heard! Isn't that why we all are here?
Whatever happened to the Alembic site that was all forgiving and none judging? I guess all good things must come to an end!

Rory