Has anyone noticed...

[IRescue452]

It was a little different when I joined, but that's what happens when sites grow. I recently got banned from a mouse forum because the admin thought I was a troll.

[Hellow]

I just wish that things would go back to their old ways on here. I guess the reason why all of my threads are a mess is because everyone just hates me on here. Or am i doing somthing wrong?

[Pawsitive Thinking]

I just wish that things would go back to their old ways on here. I guess the reason why all of my threads are a mess is because everyone just hates me on here. Or am i doing somthing wrong?

Try being a little less abrasive when you post for a start and what's all this "everyone just hates me on here" bs........

I've been here for some time now and yes there are good times and bad but hey who of us is perfect???

Don't dwell on the negative side of things - life is too short

[Miss Z]

Oh GOD.

I am reaching boiling point here. No joke.

I am not particularly one to get angry and pride myself on giving every member a chance, but when the line is crossed by strings of complaining, whining and evident, blatant lying, I become bitter. I know many others do too.

I will not go into detail of all my feelings on the topic, for I do not really wish to fuel the embers into a full scale fire. So I shall leave it at that.

PT is the same as it always is at this time. Summer Season.

[buttercup132]

It's a community with different people with different opinions. OBVIOUSLY there is going to be disagreements,fighting,and people who don't like each other. Deal with it , don't be apart of it and move on instead of making rediculous threads like these.

Kittygurl I think you need to re look up the definition of fighting because noone on here is fighting.Reggie made a thread open to the public asking for opinions so that's exactly what he got.

[finn's mom]

I'm actually a little bit ashamed of myself for even commenting on this thread. This thread started out pretty innocently, simply stating what this person saw (and a lot of people exaggerate that's something's been "a long time" when it's only been a couple months, young and old alike, it's not a crime) and how this person felt. If you feel that this thread is ridiculous, I just don't understand why it's necessary to post. Especially with the attitude and immaturity that some of the posts had. (And attitude, maturity or lack thereof is in the eyes of the beholder. I'm not pointing out anyone's posts in particular, but if, for a second you think I might be referring to your post...It might not a bad thing if my statement makes you think twice about your own presentation of words.)

People will always post this question. No one is going to have this feeling that Pet Talk is different than the way it used to be, and then, before posting, do a search to make sure the statement hasn't been made already. The question may be the same, but the people are different.

I try to think before I speak (or type), and ask myself these three questions. Are these words necessary? Are these words true? Are these words kind? Now, anyone who knows me at all, knows that I have a really hard time with only speaking things that are necessary, I'm quite the talker. But, I do try very hard to only speak the truth and to only speak kindly. You can still get your point across without negativity.

My answer to the question is that online forums are just like that. Even moreso than "real life." Many people admittedly act differently online, especially shy people who are able to open up in a cyber community as opposed to face to face with strangers. When you bring this many kinds of people, regardless of the common bond of loving pets, the dynamic is bound to be chaotic and unpredictable. Just find your niche. Find the people you feel connected to, and put your energy into them. Funnel any negative energy you might have into something more constructive. Turn off the computer, interact with your pet, go take photos, swim. Whatever it is. I will say this, though. Don't let any part of computer life overtake your life away from it. It's not worth it. If you are physically or mentally capable of separating computer life from your "real life", do that. Especially if and when you feel that this community isn't your "happy place" anymore.

Ok, that's way more than I expected to type. But, it is true and for the most part, it is kind. I'm off my soapbox, now.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

**sigh** I don't know *shakes head* young people these days..................

Great post Reggie, haven't laughed so much in ages

[Zippy]

I joined here alittle over a year.Let's just say I didn't get off to the best start.PT is a wonderful place and I love coming here.Things change like the seasons change like life changes.Fights happen it's life.Moosmom and I got off on the wrong foot but now I have nothing but respect for her and all she does for cats in need.This is bourd full of wonderful people who all have difffernt opinons.I am alwas so thankful to Kari for taking Emmy and I know she is safe and happy.