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[mookien]

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it is always fun when threads devolve into absurdity (word? not sure). at least this one is not another "Pun fight."

You're absolutely right. "Absurdity" is precisely (out to the number of digits shown above) the word to describe most of this thread. You think folks would have better things to do.

[CMcG]

I got a kick out of CMcG's comment in post #22 of "Picture threads. Where do we stand." in which he writes ...

'When someone is sharing and not asking for comments/criticism though, it would be nice to have a "like" feature so I can show my appreciation.'

To me that's what *** is all about.

John

Yeah, that's basically what *** is about. The advantage of a "like" feature is that it doesn't add unnecessary and unproductive posts, while still allowing people to show their support or appreciation

[Standard]

I believe it has come about in large part due to Facebook's "Like" button in which you can "Like" a post without actually having to take the time to comment on the post. It is a way to show support for the post, but at the expense of any sort of interaction with the original poster. Just my 2 pence worth.

[mookien]

I believe it has come about in large part due to Facebook's "Like" button in which you can "Like" a post without actually having to take the time to comment on the post. It is a way to show support for the post, but at the expense of any sort of interaction with the original poster. Just my 2 pence worth.

I have a Facebook account, but I almost never use it. I forgot about the "Like" feature - pretty convenient, if one doesn't want to comment. Thanks for reminding me.

I cannot understand why one would be concerned about the number of times they post, though displaying that statistic gives others a first-order idea about how active a person is on the forum, through duration or activity.

[Dixiecat]

though displaying that statistic gives others a first-order idea about how active a person is on the forum, through duration or activity.

That's a good idea until you find that most of their posts are just *** or Well said! Makes me ignore them, kinda like the boy who cried wolf too often. Shame really, but if someone can't post anything meaningful for 90% of their posts, the remaining 10% is not worth bothering about even if it turns out to be something interesting.

[Mudge]

That's a good idea until you find that most of their posts are just *** or Well said! Makes me ignore them, kinda like the boy who cried wolf too often. Shame really, but if someone can't post anything meaningful for 90% of their posts, the remaining 10% is not worth bothering about even if it turns out to be something interesting.

Bravo! Bravo! You must have been reading my mind. Sometimes when I see those who use the *** repeatedly, I just skip to the next thread. I come here to learn and enjoy all things kilts.

[creagdhubh]

I got a kick out of CMcG's comment in post #22 of "Picture threads. Where do we stand." in which he writes ...

'When someone is sharing and not asking for comments/criticism though, it would be nice to have a "like" feature so I can show my appreciation.'

To me that's what *** is all about.

John

I couldn't agree more, John!

Cheers,

[creagdhubh]

That's a good idea until you find that most of their posts are just *** or Well said! Makes me ignore them, kinda like the boy who cried wolf too often. Shame really, but if someone can't post anything meaningful for 90% of their posts, the remaining 10% is not worth bothering about even if it turns out to be something interesting.

A rather interesting approach. I post ***'s and will say, "Well said," or something to that effect at times, and why not? I also contribute to the forum by responding to various threads and posts in a much more meaningful way, as well as starting new threads. I do not see anything wrong with "liking" someone's comment, or agreeing with them and sometimes not saying anything else. Does every response have to be a thesis paper? I don't think so and certainly do not expect others to respond in such a manner. We are all engaged in conversation on here, are we not?

Cheers,

[creagdhubh]

Yeah, that's basically what *** is about. The advantage of a "like" feature is that it doesn't add unnecessary and unproductive posts, while still allowing people to show their support or appreciation

Well said, Colin!

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Slainte,

[Seawolf]

I would offer that the *** at least shows that the thread is being viewed but...although I am in the weeds often, I do review "Whats New" and will offer up a comment if the impulse strikes me and do enjoy the education one can get from the diversity of opinions.

go gcasfar le chéile sinn arís,

Until we meet again,

Seawolf