Thank you Miranda Rae, I have never made it on the most admired list before, I am really chuffed.:) ;) :D
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Thank you Miranda Rae, I have never made it on the most admired list before, I am really chuffed.:) ;) :D
Really? I would think you would have. :)Quote:
Originally posted by carole
Thank you Miranda Rae, I have never made it on the most admired list before, I am really chuffed.:) ;) :D
:) :) :) :) :) :)
You were on mine too! :D *hugs*Quote:
Originally posted by carole
:) :) :) :) :) :)
Oh my gosh I am so embarrassed, I missed your thread, but I looked back, Thank you so much., you are a sweetie pie, and too kind, but I am really doubley chuffed now!! :) :o :)
What does it take to get "admired" on Pet Talk?
I always see those threads where people talk about who they really care for, who they admire, who they like, etc, etc.......
talk about feeling left out!:(
I guess maybe I don't talk as much as others or maybe I would have some friends on here too. (Maybe I'm trying TOO HARD)
I've tried to write posts to get people to talk to me & write to others as much as I can!
I feel that I've been here long enough to know if I would find friends on here or not & so far I don't feel successful at it.
I rarely get pm'd, only if necessary.
I feel that a lot of my words go unnoticed & it hurts.
I think maybe I will need to find a different outlet.:(
Thank you to those who have helped me through hard times......Jazzcat, Slick, Carole, & others.
I just feel sad tonight, too much to deal with.:(
Oh don't feel bad, please! :( The only reason I had people to list was because I have been lurking for 2 YEARS, and no one added me to their admired list. Why don't you pm me? I don't get a lot of pms either. :) {{{{HUGS}}}}}Quote:
Originally posted by teenster3
What does it take to get "admired" on Pet Talk?
I always see those threads where people talk about who they really care for, who they admire, who they like, etc, etc.......
talk about feeling left out!:(
I guess maybe I don't talk as much as others or maybe I would have some friends on here too. (Maybe I'm trying TOO HARD)
I've tried to write posts to get people to talk to me & write to others as much as I can!
I feel that I've been here long enough to know if I would find friends on here or not & so far I don't feel successful at it.
I rarely get pm'd, only if necessary.
I feel that a lot of my words go unnoticed & it hurts.
I think maybe I will need to find a different outlet.:(
Thank you to those who have helped me through hard times......Jazzcat, Slick, Carole, & others.
I just feel sad tonight, too much to deal with.:(
This is the only thing I have against these type of threads, because people do get left out and feel hurt, because we are all only human.
Teenster 3 please don't feel bad, I have been here nearly two years, its taken a while for me to find my niche as the saying goes.
I always try and respond to your threads, as I find them very interesting,and I know you have been through some tough times lately, and if even one kind word helps, then that is all that matters.
Hey I was never the most popular girl in school and I am sure I am not here either, but I have met some genuine , caring and lovely people and that is what PT is really all about, whether I feature on this thread or not is not important, but yes of course it feels nice to be appreciated.
So I want to tell you Teenster 3 you are very much APPRECIATED, I love your posts, admire your courage and what you have been through, you are a special person, who has a lot to offer PT, so consider yourself on my most admired list, I still have lots more people to add ya know.
Now cheer up and HUGS ok sweetie.
I garee with teenster, I have been her for nearly 2 years and I have never been mentioned on these types of threads, even on showdog.com when they have these thank kennel that helped threads, I have helped many kennels get where they are today, I gave a lot of the top kennels in my breeds their start, and mentorship, but never have any of these kennels made any mention of me, I believe I have only ever been mentioned on one board and that is a greyhound board and I dont even have a greyhound, nor do I even intend to get one lol
anyway I admire:
Twister
Binka nugget
orangatango
wolfsoul
T_M
BCblondie
CloverFDX
lkpk(? that how you spell it? lol)
and most other people lol
Don't feel so bad, teenster. I didn't get "picked" either and I post daily many times (infact I keep PT up at home and at work) and feel like I have helped a few people and have never been pm'd...but thats ok...I am here because I love PT and its so much fun..I hope its not a popularity contest.
Aww...:( Please dont feel that way! You are greatly admired by everyone! I admire everyone on PT just because we all love our pets! :) I have never made it on an admired list either... and I started the thread! ;) Im sorry if I hurt anyones feelings. Please dont feel bad. :)Quote:
Originally posted by teenster3
What does it take to get "admired" on Pet Talk?
I always see those threads where people talk about who they really care for, who they admire, who they like, etc, etc.......
talk about feeling left out!:(
I guess maybe I don't talk as much as others or maybe I would have some friends on here too. (Maybe I'm trying TOO HARD)
I've tried to write posts to get people to talk to me & write to others as much as I can!
I feel that I've been here long enough to know if I would find friends on here or not & so far I don't feel successful at it.
I rarely get pm'd, only if necessary.
I feel that a lot of my words go unnoticed & it hurts.
I think maybe I will need to find a different outlet.:(
Thank you to those who have helped me through hard times......Jazzcat, Slick, Carole, & others.
I just feel sad tonight, too much to deal with.:(
Carly
I'm sorry your feeling got hurt Tina. I really like you and care about you and I'm sorry if I hurt your feelings not mentioning you but I was just naming those who do animal rescue. I'd love to help animals like they do.
I don't ever get picked either but I don't really feel like I deserve it since I don't do rescue or anything.
Chin up sweetie and stay with us. You know that many of us here care about you and consider you a friend.
I was surprised to see myself even mentioned once! :) But, really, though, you can't allow things like this on a chat room to affect you. It's not worth it. I care about what people think about me to an extent in real life. I don't care two cents what people think about me in a chat room. But, yeah, someone's feelings are always hurt with threads like these. I don't understand why, but, it always happens. But, I know if you don't post a lot or do a lot of rescue or foster or post a lot of pictures, you tend to get overlooked. but, it's ok! Don't let it bother you. I know for me, I swear if I post on a thread, it's like an instant death stamp on that thread. Ha ha, it's like pulling teeth to get anyone to reply to me, but, it's like water off a duck's back. It means absolutely nothing if someone doesn't respond or have anything to say, it's not a reflection on the poster in any way, don't forget that! :) Anyway, I hope you don't really let this bother you for too long. Smiles are too few and far between these days! :) There's one for you!Quote:
Originally posted by teenster3
What does it take to get "admired" on Pet Talk?
I always see those threads where people talk about who they really care for, who they admire, who they like, etc, etc.......
talk about feeling left out!:(
I guess maybe I don't talk as much as others or maybe I would have some friends on here too. (Maybe I'm trying TOO HARD)
I've tried to write posts to get people to talk to me & write to others as much as I can!
I feel that I've been here long enough to know if I would find friends on here or not & so far I don't feel successful at it.
I rarely get pm'd, only if necessary.
I feel that a lot of my words go unnoticed & it hurts.
I think maybe I will need to find a different outlet.:(
Thank you to those who have helped me through hard times......Jazzcat, Slick, Carole, & others.
I just feel sad tonight, too much to deal with.:(
and, check this out...you've only posted just over 450 times (not that's a small number, but, you're still pretty new!). i've posted over 2000 times and never get picked! ;) You just gotta try not to let irrelavant, unimportant things like that get to you....I can't claim to know you or say that I consider you a friend. But, I will say that I'm a good listener, if you just wanna vent via pm or whatever. And, I don't like to think of anyone being sad, so, again...SMILE!
Yeah, I'm surprised I was even mentioned too... Usually I don't get mentioned either. :( I know how it feels. I've been here for about a year now and still feel like I'm not really accepted sometimes... but I guess everyone, or most people, go through feelings like that here on PT... I guess it's because there are so many people here, and it can sometimes be hard to keep track of everyone, since there's always new people coming in! I don't know...
teenster3... I admire you for speaking your mind!!:D
This thread has been started a few times since I've been here on PT (a little over a year) and I've never posted anything in it before. But this time I had to let Aly know that I admire her because of her selflessness and her commitment to saving the lives of so many animals. Reason's like that are real reasons to admire people for. Not because someone PM's you 100 times a day, or other things like that.
I don't think you should consider it not being accepted! I don't think it's that at all.Quote:
Originally posted by BCBlondie
Yeah, I'm surprised I was even mentioned too... Usually I don't get mentioned either. :( I know how it feels. I've been here for about a year now and still feel like I'm not really accepted sometimes... but I guess everyone, or most people, go through feelings like that here on PT... I guess it's because there are so many people here, and it can sometimes be hard to keep track of everyone, since there's always new people coming in! I don't know...
A reaction like Tina's is exactly why I don't usually respond to threads like this. Someone is bound to be hurt, though I truly don't think that anyone means to leave anyone out. I truly believe that the ones that are mentioned are the ones that people correspond with the most, not that they don't value the contributions of the other members!
I don't know how many members we have on Pet Talk right now, and I do know that only a small percentage truly participate, but I admire every single one of you who loves animals like I do! Yes, I'm closer with some than others, but they already know who they are, and don't need any special recognition in a thread like this to know that! If I made a list of every person who is special to me, it would take pages and pages and would include every single one of you whose posts I have read, supporting, laughing, crying, and celebrating each other's pets!!! :) That's what it's all about, folks! And if I need to name anyone, it would be Karen and Paul for making all of this possible to start with!!!! :D
Chins up, everyone!!! You are ALL very special to me!!!! :) Just insert your own name instead of "you are all".
Logan
Me too. :)Quote:
Originally posted by Logan
A reaction like Tina's is exactly why I don't usually respond to threads like this.
Everyone here is special and admirable in their own way. :) It tends to be the young pups who start threads like this and with age, they'll see why they aren't always such a great idea. :D
These threads always end up being a "who do you like the most" thread, instead of a "who do you admire thread". I hate these for that reason.
I have a lot of friends here on PT, and while they all have admirable qualities, there a few that I and stand in awe of.
They are the rescuers. You all know who you are, you fight for the rights of the silent ones, you take them into your homes, you volunteer in shelters and for rescues. You give your hard earned money so that one life can be spared, have medical attention, or food. You do whatever it takes to make a difference.
You are the ones I admire. You are the ones who deserve my admiration. :)
I think Micki has a point about how it can sometimes turn into the naming of friends, and I think it's natural to admire one's friends because we KNOW them better, or admire the people who's actions are more visible (like the rescue workers, and believe me I admire them too for that). I think though that everyone here has things to be admired for, but sometimes these things aren't as apparent or visible because we simply don't know them personally.
I'll take my Mom as an example, I look back and admire her so much, for how she was a single mom, working overtime and raising a child, fighting depression and financial difficulties. She worked long, hard, tiring hours yet every single night made a home cooked balanced meal and spent time talking with me about my day. She made incredible sacrifices so that I could have dogs, could be involved in band at school, could have new clothes instead of hand-me-downs when she could, and much much more. She could have just told me we couldn't afford it so that she would not have to work 12-hour days, but she didn't. What she did wasn't really visible to others, it wasn't even to me until I got older. I admire her as much for all of that now as I admire other people who make sacrifices for the good of others.
That's why I think threads like this can be harder because we only know what we can see, we don't see all the personal trials and tribulations and sacrifices and efforts that I'm sure all of us go through to different degrees. I think I can honestly say I truly admire each and everyone of you, for reasons both seen and unseen. I cherish each and every person's presence here, and relish the opportunity to be a part of a community who treasures animals and pets like I do, where we can share this wonderful love in all of our own unique ways. :)
I do agree with Logan about this type of thread. There are so many special people on Pet Talk and each is special for a different reason.
Some are just plain funny, some are amazing in doing rescue work, some are just extra special in the devotion they give to their animals. It would be almost impossible to list them all.
It is also difficult to respond and take the time to p/m everyone. There just aren't enough hours in the day and most of us have to work for a living.
It makes me feel terrible that someone would have their feelings hurt because they didn't see their name mentioned.
Every single one of us is special - otherwise we wouldn't be on this board and take the time to post as we do.
So, I say.............ALL OF YOU ARE SPECIAL!
Don't worry Tina, I wouldn't make it on anyones lists either. :(
*Hugs*
While the people I listed ARE my friends, they ARE the people I admire the most. Also, a majority of the people I listed are ones i've met and come very close to over the 4 years or so i've been here.
As I said in my post, I admire everyone here for SOME reason or another.
Being that we all love our animals - fur, featherd, scaled, etc.. and we've got the hearts to take care of them and love them, makes everyone admirable here.
Actually I feel more hurt when my kitties don't get mentioned, when there are threads about who is your favourite kitty or something along those lines, because everyone here thinks and knows there kitties are the best.!!:)
I have never been mentioned much before myself, and yeah to be honest I felt a little hurt, but like Guster Girl said you just have to take it with a grain of salt, you know who you are, just because you don't get recognition on PT, does not mean you have failed in anyway,it takes time to get to know people and for them to get to know you, and micki put it very well, I agree each and everyone of you are special in your own way, and we should all cherish those thoughts.
Well, I've been lurking at this thread for days and really wanted to express my opinion but was too "chicken". Thanks for speaking up Tina.
I HATE these threads and never respond, not because I'm never mentioned, but because it singles people out and others WILL get their feelings hurt. I've never been hurt over these types of threads. I know that I am special to some people here and they know they are special to me. No need to name names. Tina, I was glad to be able to be there for you when it mattered. I've turned off my PM's for personal reasons but please feel free to email me at [email protected] if you ever want to talk. Just make sure the subject line says "From Pet Talk____" so I know that it's not spam. That goes the same for anyone else on here.
Yes Gini, we are all special, now I suggest we all have a group hug and move on.
And that's all I've got to say about that.
http://pages.prodigy.net/indianahawkeye/newpage38/8.gifQuote:
Originally posted by slick
Yes Gini, we are all special, now I suggest we all have a group hug and move on.
There are too many here that I admire to list and it grows each day. It would be easier to list those that I don't particularly care for.....maybe one or two. :p LOL! I think this is why PT is so addicting. It is comprised of a great group of pet loving, compassionate people from all over the world with great talent and wit which just makes it a fun place to come and hang out. :)
I don't get mentioned either, and it's not a big deal to me. No one take it personally, almost everyone has said that they admire everyone... don't take it so harsh. :) This is meant to be a nice thread. Remember; almost EVERYONE has said they admire everyone on this board... you included.
I have to say I admire each and every one of you. There are some that I know much better than others but I think it's everyone here that makes PT such a wonderful place! Without all the different input it wouldn't be nearly as fun of a place as it is.
Now, I would like to thank you all that mentioned my name...I was very surprised to see that anyone admired me:p
Your all special in your own way:D
I think there are a few PT members I can say I admire without hurting anyone's feelings...
4 Dog Mother and fivedogdad- Couldn't ask for better parents! You guys have been through alot in the past could years, but you still do whatver you can for your kids..both the human and 4 legged ones :)
Dakota'sMommy- Could ask for a better sis! Being alone during your entire pregnacny and for montsh 2-4 after Jasmine was born couldn't have been easy, esp with the 3 dogs. To all those who say you can't have dogs and babies, you have have said Watch me!!
Sadie'sDad- The one who has to put up with me everyday ( and even cleans up after me and the dogs when we track mud all over the house!)
it's okay, I'm not on anyone's list either.Quote:
Originally posted by teenster3
What does it take to get "admired" on Pet Talk?
I always see those threads where people talk about who they really care for, who they admire, who they like, etc, etc.......
talk about feeling left out!:(
I guess maybe I don't talk as much as others or maybe I would have some friends on here too. (Maybe I'm trying TOO HARD)
I've tried to write posts to get people to talk to me & write to others as much as I can!
I feel that I've been here long enough to know if I would find friends on here or not & so far I don't feel successful at it.
I rarely get pm'd, only if necessary.
I feel that a lot of my words go unnoticed & it hurts.
I think maybe I will need to find a different outlet.:(
Thank you to those who have helped me through hard times......Jazzcat, Slick, Carole, & others.
I just feel sad tonight, too much to deal with.:(
Why would you be surprised? :p :DQuote:
Originally posted by anna_66
I was very surprised to see that anyone admired me:p
Also, Im only on one list(and that made my day :D), but before I knew I was on one, I didn't think anything of it. There are alot of people who take it more personaly, however.
Quote:
Originally posted by slick
I HATE these threads and never respond, not because I'm never mentioned, but because it singles people out and others WILL get their feelings hurt. I've never been hurt over these types of threads. I know that I am special to some people here and they know they are special to me. No need to name names.
VERY well said Slick. My thoughts exactly. :)
I don't like this type of thing either to be honest....If I get mentioned it's by like one person and that's only cause I've known them/are good friends.
Internet is hard, in a lot of cases you don't truely know the person...I believe it's very hard to 'truely' know a person unless you've met them..unfortunatly I haven't met anyone from PT yet...but I REALLY am hoping to get to flordia sometime with Zeke and visit Kay. Kay is probably one of my closest friends here and I talk to her the most and stuff.
The people I mentioned are only because they've REALLY touched me...like Sandra has supported me since day 1. She's always checked in on me and I feel like I know her really good...she's so kind. Johanna has ALWAYS been there for me. She helps me when I'm down in the gutter and always makes me smile. I owe her so much. And like I said, Kay is a good friend who I really hope I get to meet sometime...Valerie is a major sweetheart. Especially for something she did for me the other day that really brought light into my day after a really hard time. She's always shown interest in my drawings and saying things to cheer me up.
Honestly, I feel most people really wouldn't notice if I never came back here. They don't give me the time of day..and especially cat general ppl never seem to look at my posts. Maybe I can see why they hate me, but they don't know me and that's what irratates me.
If the people I mentioned hadn't been such an impact on my life I wouldn't have posted either. I know people won't post about me cause no one talks to me, no one knows me. I don't have friends in real life, andnow I can barely make friends online. It's just the ora I give off I guess.
Anyway....I suppose it really wouldn't hurt to not have these types of things at all..people always get hurt...or left out. I wish I could name everyone, you're all special and unique and admirable...but unfortunatly I just don't personally know a lot of you...
you are right, and what slick said is one of the reasons I don't like these threads either, it singles people out, and I'm never mentioned either.
{{{HUGS}}} back to you Micki and everyone else on Pet Talk. :) :)Quote:
I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels that way.
Ashley
I don't try and single anyone out. I just wrote down people I know I just came here early this year, so please don't feel bad if you weren't on my list. I put down people I know and have on my buddy list. I would love to get to know everyone on petoftheday, and I'm trying to get there! I'll be adding new friends to my list too! p.s. flamepony12 I put you on my list!
I don't think there is anything wrong with a positive thread, telling people you admire them, but the downside is that people do get hurt feelings, I have been there,done that, but I just had to tell myself this is the internet, no-one here really knows us, and if we feel good about ourselves, this would not really bother us.,I am talking personally here, if my own self esteem were better, I would not let something like not being mentioned upset me.
I no longer let that happen, and yes even though some kind souls did mention me this time around, not much in the past, and I am not going to lie, it did make my day and make me feel good.
It brought a lot of joy into my heart to read, is that so bad really?
Just trying to put a different perspective on it all,and remember a lot of people have said they admire every single one of you, so no-one has been left out really.:)
At the top of my list is Moosmom, whom I love, literally, Carole, What can I say? You're like a sister to me,and I feel free to tell you personal things without embarrasment, Willie, when I first came on PT, guided me around the rough spots,and anotrher person I can talk freely with, Slick, there have been some rough spots between us, but you are one beautiful and funny girl! There are a lot more, both people I know and those I don't know so well, because every one here is a pet lover and that makes you ALL special!!