The historic and original "Welcome new posters! Introduce yourselves here!" thread

[Girl 6]

This thread was getting rather long and several new Members have been put off posting because of its length. So we've started a new live thread for all new introductions (http://forums.randi.org/showthread.php?t=64023) and in future we'll keep that thread a more manageable and less off-putting size by regularly copying posts from there into here.

Generally speaking, Diezel usually takes this on. But, he's been asleep at the wheel while I continue with my quest for world domination. :D

Anyway, I want to extend a warm welcome to the new posters to the board. I've noticed that we've had quite a few of them post already. But, if you wouldn't mind, please take this opportunity to introduce yourselves and tell us what lead you here. Also, don't pass up a chance to criticize the management. ;)

It's nice to see the new faces and soon, the new avatars! Welcome everyone!!

G6

[hal bidlack]

I echo G6's welcome. As about 144 folks join each month, I think I can safely say that's gross.

And please don't forget the "new person dollar fee" where each new person sends one dollar to the forum administrator (Girl6, shut up...they are buying it...I'll be rich rich RICH)

We aim for insight, banter, great discussion, and learning. And donuts. We like donuts.

[slimshady2357]

Originally posted by hal bidlack
I echo G6's welcome. As about 144 folks join each month, I think I can safely say that's gross.

OMG! You owe me a new set of eyes, mine rolled so hard at that groaner they fell right out! :D


And please don't forget the "new person dollar fee" where each new person sends one dollar to the forum administrator (Girl6, shut up...they are buying it...I'll be rich rich RICH)

Rich?! :D Off 144 dollars a month? :D No wonder the JREF pays you peanuts, you have no idea what the value of money is! :p


We aim for insight, banter, great discussion, and learning. And donuts. We like donuts.

Does anyone not like donuts? :D

Krispy Kreme just invaded Canada recently...... they are just EVIL! :eek:

Adam

[Darat]

Originally posted by slimshady2357


.snip...



Rich?! :D Off 144 dollars a month? :D No wonder the JREF pays you peanuts, you have no idea
what the value of money is! :p

...snip...




I think Hal may be taking his historical charactet reenactment a bit too seriously! 144 dollars may have been "rich" a couple of hundred years or so ago!

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by Girl 6

Anyway, I want to extend a warm welcome to the new posters to the board. I've noticed that we've had quite a few of them post already. But, if you wouldn't mind, please take this opportunity to introduce yourselves and tell us what lead you here. Also, don't pass up a chance to criticize the management. ;)

It's nice to see the new faces and soon, the new avatars! Welcome everyone!!

G6
Thank you, it's a pleasure to be here.

[shemp]

Originally posted by hal bidlack
I echo G6's welcome. As about 144 folks join each month, I think I can safely say that's gross.

And please don't forget the "new person dollar fee" where each new person sends one dollar to the forum administrator (Girl6, shut up...they are buying it...I'll be rich rich RICH)

We aim for insight, banter, great discussion, and learning. And donuts. We like donuts.

$144/month??? What do they pay you in, hardtack and fatback?

[Girl 6]

Hey new posters! Don't let these jokers stop you from posting on this thread! :D

Who cares about Hal... I'm still waiting on the fishnets that were promised to me for doing this gig...

G6

[Nyarlathotep]

Originally posted by Girl 6
Generally speaking, Diezel usually takes this on. But, he's been asleep at the wheel while I continue with my quest for world domination. :D

Anyway, I want to extend a warm welcome to the new posters to the board. I've noticed that we've had quite a few of them post already. But, if you wouldn't mind, please take this opportunity to introduce yourselves and tell us what lead you here. Also, don't pass up a chance to criticize the management. ;)

It's nice to see the new faces and soon, the new avatars! Welcome everyone!!

G6

I guess I would be one of those new posters so I will introduce myself.

I go by the name Nyarlathotep (a name I've used since my pre-internet computer BBS days), but my real name is Ron. I am a (Currently very bored) computer programmer in the wilds of Nevada (actually Carson City)

I post occasionally and often lurk on alt.atheism and I think a link someone posted on that newsgroup lead me here (actually I think it lead me to another site that links here) several months ago. I've been lurking for quite a while but only recently have begun posting.

Anyway, I rather like this board and have begun to prefer spending my time here rather than alt.atheism because I find the, shall we say, "signal-to-noise" ratio to be much more to my liking

It will be nice to meet all of you

[tim]

Hi New People!
Don't worry about some of the people who post here (no names mentioned, but see above). JREF have a contract with the US government that allows a small number of deranged people to leave messages here as part of their treatment.
DO NOT PANIC!
Go to the "user cp" button at the top of the page, press, then look for "edit ignore list" and follow the instructions.
Good luck!:D :D :D

[arcticpenguin]

Welcome Nyarlathotep.

Your name spelled backwards is Petohtalrayn!

[Torment]

I guess I will introduce myself as well.

I am Torment. I used to post at a different discussion board on a different site, and one day someone else who posted there regularly posted a link to here. (Darkcobra)

Long story short my previous board went to crap and became overwhelmed with idiocy, fad topics, and trolls. :mad: I couldn't put up with it anymore and remembered how intelligent the people here had been in the topic DC had linked to so long ago.

I hope to add to the debates here, but I probably won't be getting too involved for awhile. Most of the people on this board seem to be on a whole different level intelligence wise as the people who post on my former board. I will actually have to think out my posts a lot more here if I want to keep up, which is fine by me.

[Sundog]

Originally posted by Torment
I will actually have to think out my posts a lot more here if I want to keep up, which is fine by me.

Welcome! Don't worry about it, we don't think before we post.

[Mr. Skinny]

Ya know Girl6, if you changed the title of this thread to "New members, introduce yourself here" (or something like that), you might get a better response.

I've already met everyone that's posted so far, with the exception of Torment.

Just a thought. :)

[GovtSlave]

I guess I'm sort of new (been here a month? or so, don't post much). Just posting a lot more than usual today because I'm close to getting an avatar. Yay me. Usually I prefer reading and thinking here to actually writing much, as I tend to both read and write too quickly, which means I make mistakes or read something wrong (see peta topic for a prime example of that, LOL!)

I work for the government and it's pretty miserable. I don't even get a window. :(

[Mr. Skinny]

I work for the government too GovtSlave. Basement office. No windows. At least I have an office to myself (with a door even).

[GovtSlave]

You're lucky. I do, however, have some lovely maroon carpeting and pink/taupe cubicle walls to look at. In a shade found to reduce aggression. :)

Originally posted by Torment
I will actually have to think out my posts a lot more here if I want to keep up, which is fine by me.

You mean? We're supposed to? Think? Before we post?

Ohhhhhhh......

Hey, welcome Torment. Anybody who is a friend of Dark Cobra is....in need of more friends. :D

[Nyarlathotep]

I don't work for the governemnt, but the company I work for does all of it's business with local (mostly county) governments. And I get a window and my own office. HA!

[diddidit]

Originally posted by GovtSlave
You're lucky. I do, however, have some lovely maroon carpeting and pink/taupe cubicle walls to look at. In a shade found to reduce aggression. :)

Where ya work, Slave? I work for Herman Miller. We sell gobs of furniture to the gummint, so there's a fair chance that those soothing cube walls around you came from a factory near me.

did

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Mr. Skinny
Ya know Girl6, if you changed the title of this thread to "New members, introduce yourself here" (or something like that), you might get a better response.

I've already met everyone that's posted so far, with the exception of Torment.

Just a thought. :)

Okay, Skinny! Your wish is my command! :D

G6

Originally posted by Girl 6


Okay, Skinny! Your wish is my command! :D

G6

I wish we mere mortals could edit our topic titles....

I used to work for the government and my office rocked! Especially during gales in the North Atlantic.

[Mr. Skinny]

Originally posted by LukeT


I wish we mere mortals could edit our topic titles....

I used to work for the government and my office rocked! Especially during gales in the North Atlantic.

The only time our place rocked recently, was when a 30mm armor piercing incendiary round escaped the firing range down the hill. It ended up in the tail light of someones parked car.

Skinny was not pleased with the folks down the hill. :(

[Mrs Stig]

Although I have already posted, I suppose I should introduce myself too.

I am Mrs Stig. I am new to the whole forum thing and I have been looking for a decent one to sign up to for a while. As I am a skeptic and since my husband spends so much time here, I thought I should check it out for myself.

Originally posted by Mrs Stig
Although I have already posted, I suppose I should introduce myself too.

I am Mrs Stig. I am new to the whole forum thing and I have been looking for a decent one to sign up to for a while. As I am a skeptic and since my husband spends so much time here, I thought I should check it out for myself.

Yeah, my wife signed up on here so she could spy on me, too.

[tim]

Originally posted by LukeT


Yeah, my wife signed up on here so she could spy on me, too.

I'm trying to fight mine off Luke - any suggestions?:D

[Zaidaco]

Hi all

My name is Merrick, I been aware of the Forum here for quite a while, but only recently have had regular access to a computer.
Right now I'm just doing some temp work until I go back to school. Hopefully I'll be able to go to Columbia for film, but I don't think I'll be able to afford the tuition, unless of course my grants come through.
Other then wanting to go to school for acting/directing, I play way too many video & role-playing games, when I'm not reading of course.
So far I've really enjoyed all of the discussions here, and hope to contribute much more in the future.

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by tim

I'm trying to fight mine off Luke - any suggestions?:D
Let her sign up, just lie about which account you post under. Tell her you're the penguin.

[Mr. Skinny]

Originally posted by LukeT


Yeah, my wife signed up on here so she could spy on me, too.
:D :D Dang, I sorry Luke, but that made me snarfle through my nose. Got a little beer backwash, but otherwise I'm OK. :)

[Mr. Skinny]

Originally posted by Zaidaco
Hi all

My name is Merrick, I been aware of the Forum here for quite a while, but only recently have had regular access to a computer.
Right now I'm just doing some temp work until I go back to school. Hopefully I'll be able to go to Columbia for film, but I don't think I'll be able to afford the tuition, unless of course my grants come through.
Other then wanting to go to school for acting/directing, I play way too many video & role-playing games, when I'm not reading of course.
So far I've really enjoyed all of the discussions here, and hope to contribute much more in the future.
But do you like zaidaco? I need to know.

Originally posted by Mr. Skinny

:D :D Dang, I sorry Luke, but that made me snarfle through my nose. Got a little beer backwash, but otherwise I'm OK. :)

Yep. Sometimes I really hate that old "search" functionability everybody has.....

[tim]

Originally posted by arcticpenguin

Let her sign up, just lie about which account you post under. Tell her you're the penguin.

But she knows I'm a brown-nosed wombat!:D

[Lisa]

Originally posted by LukeT


Yeah, my wife signed up on here so she could spy on me, too.
Same reason Shadowman signed up. He always suspected there was unbridled passion between Fidelio and I, and now he's keeping check.

[Lisa]

I'd like to add:
Welcome to all newbies. We're really not always this weird. Do you think they'll buy that?

[tygirwulf]

Nyarlathotep (did i get that right?) where did you get your handle, if I may ask? The hotep part has me thinking ancient egypt.

[Nyarlathotep]

Originally posted by tygirwulf
Nyarlathotep (did i get that right?) where did you get your handle, if I may ask? The hotep part has me thinking ancient egypt.

Nyarlathotep is a sort of demon-god (it's kind of complicated if you have never read the books) from the works of H.P. Lovecraft. I have noticed a Kthulhu running around here too and tht name comes from the same source. THough in Lovecrafts books it's spelled Cthulhu.

{{{{{{{{Welcome}}}}}}} newbies.


:D Don't make a mess on the carpet

[Mr. Skinny]

Originally posted by Nyarlathotep


Nyarlathotep is a sort of demon-god (it's kind of complicated if you have never read the books) from the works of H.P. Lovecraft. I have noticed a Kthulhu running around here too and tht name comes from the same source. THough in Lovecrafts books it's spelled Cthulhu.
I looked at your name and figured it was an anagram for "Ryan The Plato"....or sumptin' like 'at.

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Mr. Skinny

I looked at your name and figured it was an anagram for "Ryan The Plato"....or sumptin' like 'at.

Wait a minute... Skinny? Aren't you the least bit threatened by this new deity? ;)

G6

[UnrepentantSinner]

Glad to have you all here.

An injection of new voices, even if the opinions are in concert with my own is always refreshing.

[American]

Why show yourself off? Isn't it more attractive to be a mystery to people.

Anyway, my goal is to show how retarded people can be, either by making an example of myself or by exhibiting any dufuses who achieve shameful fame.

I'll also offer kindly advice to suffering souls, though I know they won't often listen.

My third purpose is to gain recognition for admission to any of the more respected secret societies. Free Mason will do just fine, I don't need to go Majestic 12 just yet. (Then it would be Majestic 13... there's no need to ruffle feathers like that. I assume all kinds of secret members are reading this right now, biting their lips. PLEASE let me in. I totally won't tell anyone. I promise!)


If I find any other reason to stick around, then I'll be sure and let all the all of you know about it.

[Mr. Skinny]

Originally posted by Girl 6


Wait a minute... Skinny? Aren't you the least bit threatened by this new deity? ;)

G6
Threatened? No ma'am, not as long as you are beside me.

I didn't know Plato was considered a deity. I thought he was just a famous philosophy dude like Franko.

[DogB]

Hi all

I guess I'm kinda new.

My real name is Paul but you can all call me Dog (or Paul..whatever floats your boat).

I live in Brisbane (Queensland, Australia), and work for the city council trying to make sure the drinking water doesn't kill too many people.

I'd just like to say that in the few threads where I've contributed, it may have seemed like I was ignoring you. I wasn't...the time zone differences and the limited time I have to post means that it can sometimes take me a day or two to get back to you. My apologies to anyone I've irritated.

Thanks

Dog

[WildCat]

Originally posted by Zaidaco
Hi all

My name is Merrick, I been aware of the Forum here for quite a while, but only recently have had regular access to a computer.
Right now I'm just doing some temp work until I go back to school. Hopefully I'll be able to go to Columbia for film, but I don't think I'll be able to afford the tuition, unless of course my grants come through.
Other then wanting to go to school for acting/directing, I play way too many video & role-playing games, when I'm not reading of course.
So far I've really enjoyed all of the discussions here, and hope to contribute much more in the future.
Hello, Merrick. Good to see another poster from Chicago. Now, get to the point: Cubs or Sox? And don't say you like them both or you'll reveal yourself as a transplanted Hoosier, Cheesehead or Downstater. :D

[ImpyTimpy]

You're freaking me out... What do you mean too many people? Is water really that toxic? Could that explain those rashes and convulsions from drinking out of our brisbane river?

Originally posted by DogB
Hi all

I guess I'm kinda new.

My real name is Paul but you can all call me Dog (or Paul..whatever floats your boat).

I live in Brisbane (Queensland, Australia), and work for the city council trying to make sure the drinking water doesn't kill too many people.

I'd just like to say that in the few threads where I've contributed, it may have seemed like I was ignoring you. I wasn't...the time zone differences and the limited time I have to post means that it can sometimes take me a day or two to get back to you. My apologies to anyone I've irritated.

Thanks

Dog

[DogB]

Originally posted by ImpyTimpy
You're freaking me out... What do you mean too many people? Is water really that toxic? Could that explain those rashes and convulsions from drinking out of our brisbane river?




[HYPNOSIS VOICE]

You're feeling fine...there is nothing wrong with our water...every things fine...go back to sleep now

[/HYPNOSIS VOICE]

You drink from the river?? Eeeewwww
:D

Seriously...it could be worse...you could live in Adelaide. ;)

Dog.

[Kopji]

Hello,
I usually hang out on another forum, but its been down a lot lately (especially over weekends - my favorite posting time).

Not to mention any url's but it's named after a famous explorer and evolutionist... And if any of them are reading here, please note JREF supports uploading of small images, a feature I've asked for for a long time.

JREF seems like a great forum. I find a little hard keeping up with the high post rates but that's not anyone's problem but mine. :(

there is no place like home there is no place like home

[The Fool]

Originally posted by DogB



[HYPNOSIS VOICE]

You're feeling fine...there is nothing wrong with our water...every things fine...go back to sleep now

[/HYPNOSIS VOICE]

You drink from the river?? Eeeewwww
:D

Seriously...it could be worse...you could live in Adelaide. ;)

Dog.

Not a good Idea. The Adelaide water supply is a river that runs through half of Australia.....a lot of people pee in it.

[soccer_ref]

Getting back to the introducing yourself part of this thread....

As you can see by my avatar and ID, one of my hobbies is refereeing soccer matches. The best part of that is having the parents yell at you. It's especially fun when you know they have never read the Laws of the Game.

As a librarian, I consider it my duty to make sure everyone posts quietly. THERE ARE PEOPLE TRYING TO STUDY AROUND HERE, YOU KNOW!

Now on to the drinking water part....
I live near the Saint John River, which is rising now and tragically flooding 2 soccer fields. However, we get our city water supply from springs. That way, we don't have to worry about chemicals from those pulp mills upstream.

[Zaidaco]

Originally posted by Mr. Skinny

But do you like zaidaco? I need to know.

I originally used the name for a villain in one of the DnD campaigns that I ran and have used it ever since as a screen name. But when I did a search on the internet I was kind of surprised that it turned out to be Cajun music.

So to answer you question, yes I do like zaidaco.

[Zaidaco]

Originally posted by WildCat

Hello, Merrick. Good to see another poster from Chicago. Now, get to the point: Cubs or Sox? And don't say you like them both or you'll reveal yourself as a transplanted Hoosier, Cheesehead or Downstater. :D

Cubs. Always and forever. No matter how many times they've disappointed me.:D

[Diezel]

It seems I must get back on guard, less Girl 6 actually implement her plan of world domination and get rid of me once and for all. First it will be taking my welcome threads away from me, next thing you know, she will be posting topics that make women think rationally about emotional responses they have to issues. ;)

:p

Welcome all new comers. I haven't been around much lately, but I shall return in full force soon. :D

[richardm]

Originally posted by Diezel
next thing you know, she will be posting topics that make women think rationally about emotional responses they have to issues.



That'll never catch on :p

[Iconoclast]

Originally posted by DogB
I live in Brisbane (Queensland, Australia), and work for the city council trying to make sure the drinking water doesn't kill too many people.
I have a friend who works for Healthy Waterways Qld -- they rate all the rivers in SE QLD -- and apparently the Bremer River is by far the dirtiest. Bleh.

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by DogB

I live in Brisbane (Queensland, Australia), and work for the city council trying to make sure the drinking water doesn't kill too many people.

The inherent dangers of dihydrogen oxide are well-known. (http://www.ndc.edu/sutheimer/dihydrogen%20oxide.htm)

[abramis]

My name is Jonas (weezer song, yes) . I had been a lurker for a few months before I signed up. Cannot post very often, all work and no play. But when I have the time, it´s always fun to read the weird stuff (some) people write. I hope to take part more in the future when I quit my job.

[zensidhe]

Hey all. I have been lurking on the board for a while now, and have started posting on recently. Mostly in the puzzles forum, but I'm branching out.

I don't post on any other boards. My Alias, like the other poster said, is one that I have used ever since my BBS days. It has no special meaning aside from the fact that when I was 15 it sounded 'whicked cool'. I have used it all over, so if you see it some where else, it might be me.

Broken down it’s...

zen – I’m sure I don't need to define that.

sidhe - Pronounced 'she'. It's the name for some kind of fairy or elf.

My real name is Mike.

Anyway, I am budding skeptic and a big fan of Mr. Randi.

If you really want to learn more about me, feel free to browse through my home page. Its work safe for the most part, though littered with grammatical and spelling errors. Be warned.

http://www.mike-sucks.com

Anyway, nice to meet you all.

And G6... I'm in love with your avatar... Can I get her number? ;)

[Iconoclast]

Originally posted by abramis
I hope to take part more in the future when I quit my job.
Damn that's funny!

[abramis]

Icono... if you were to work where I work, you wouldn´t call that phrase funny... being the heretic I am, I got to work with the female incarnation of the Evil One himself... (she/he is my boss) :rolleyes:

(...or maybe I´m too tired to get your point :confused: :D )

[abramis]

...Ahhh, wait I got it, I got it!!!!


:D :D :D :D :D

[ecman2]

My name is Phelps...or Dr. Phelps:D

I have been registered in this forum in the past. For any newbies, i simply lost my registry by not posting here often enough. So for now, I am posting under my friend Ecman2's username.

Just thought you would like to know.

I am the one that started...that opened up a Pandora's box maybe a year? ago when I started a thread about Joe Newman and his Energy machine. And most recently I started a thread regarding the controlled diamond market.

Have a nice day. It sure is a gorgeous one in here in west-central Wisconsin.

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Diezel
It seems I must get back on guard, less Girl 6 actually implement her plan of world domination and get rid of me once and for all. First it will be taking my welcome threads away from me, next thing you know, she will be posting topics that make women think rationally about emotional responses they have to issues. ;)


Bwahahahahahaha!!!!!!

:D

So far, my plan is on target. Of course, it may take a thousand years...

G6

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by zensidhe
And G6... I'm in love with your avatar... Can I get her number? ;)

Ooooo... Nice to meet you too! :D

Yes, I'm in love with my avatar too! This is her standing up!

http://www.boomspeed.com/girl6/legs_up.jpg

[Girl 6]

By the way, all of you newbies can ignore Diezel. ;)

And, it's been nice to meet all of you so far! I look forward to more posts from you. We need some new avatars around here!

G6

[Stu]

Hi, I'm new. I saw a thread about wrestling and felt compelled to register so I could have a cheap shot at Kevin Nash. Now I'll probably end up having to donate money. Bloody Nash:mad:

[Boo]

My name is Kat (short for Kathleen, a nickname that stuck) I got here because of my husband. He got tired of me yelling at him and made me register as myself.

I work as a Paramedic and have some down time at work and problems sleeping so I'm here at varying times.


I have some strong opinions and am enjoying the process of learning to build a rational argument.


Mrs Stig,

Nice to see another spouse here. I'm beginning that there maybe a need for a JREFer's spousal support group. Perhaps we could get shadowman to join us. Lookout TAM here we come!:D


My avatar and name were chosen beause the character looks just like my youngest daughter.



Boo

[Denise]

Originally posted by Boo
My name is Kat (short for Kathleen, a nickname that stuck) I got here because of my husband. He got tired of me yelling at him and made me register as myself.

I work as a Paramedic and have some down time at work and problems sleeping so I'm here at varying times.


I have some strong opinions and am enjoying the process of learning to build a rational argument.


Mrs Stig,

Nice to see another spouse here. I'm beginning that there maybe a need for a JREFer's spousal support group. Perhaps we could get shadowman to join us. Lookout TAM here we come!:D


My avatar and name were chosen beause the character looks just like my youngest daughter.



Boo

Welcome! I work the night shift myself, so I am often up in the wee hours of the morn. I'd like to hear some of your experiences as a paramedic!

[Diamond]

Originally posted by Torment

Long story short my previous board went to crap and became overwhelmed with idiocy, fad topics, and trolls. :mad: I couldn't put up with it anymore and remembered how intelligent the people here had been in the topic DC had linked to so long ago.


Really? :eek:

:cool:

[De_Bunk]

Hi...Im De_Bunk (No..not the evil one...he's safely suppressed through new medication)

But my evil "other self" decided to stage a protest outside the local "Spiritualist Church"....

(See attached pic link..don't worry its NOT graphic, just my evil self at his best)

http://www.pretoria.btinternet.co.uk/humtorch.jpg


So you can appreciate that im finding it a bit hard to post from the local "Burns unit"...

Anyway...the Doctor said i got to be pumped with more painkillers...

See you lot later...

De_Cucumber sandwiches anyone ??_Bunk

[UnrepentantSinner]

Not to pull a Denise De_Bunk, but with over 4600 posts.. how the hell do you consider yourself a "new" poster?" :p

[Visloch]

Hi all.

I've been lurking around here for about a year now, so I feel like I know most of you already.

Hope to get to know all of you better as you get to know me.

Talk to you later :D

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by Visloch
Hi all.

I've been lurking around here for about a year now, so I feel like I know most of you already.

Hope to get to know all of you better as you get to know me.

Talk to you later :D
You're from Jeff City, MO, eh? The very epicenter of rational thinking.

[UnrepentantSinner]

Originally posted by Visloch
Hi all.

I've been lurking around here for about a year now, so I feel like I know most of you already.

Hope to get to know all of you better as you get to know me.

Talk to you later :D

RE: Arcticpenguin's comments...

I doubt that.. show me. ;)

[roger]

Originally posted by De_Bunk
But my evil "other self" decided to stage a protest outside the local "Spiritualist Church"....

http://www.pretoria.btinternet.co.uk/humtorch.jpg
Looks like that might have stung a bit.

[Starrman]

Real name Jeff Starr - born and raised in Wisconsin, working for corporate America in rural Ohio.

I'm here because I have a lot of family into the woo-woo stuff. Some of them are currently on a waiting list with John Edward to talk to my uncle and sister (I challenged Freda in 'Paranormal to contact' my uncle for me). So I do take this stuff very personally.

I'm here because I find every subject I argue with them about discussed on these boards. And the level of intelligence dealing with it is amazing. And not just the skeptics, there are some defenders of (what I consider) nonsense here who bring up some great and refreshingly new ideas.

Unrelated to this, I have no clue how to set up an Avatar, if someone would be kind enough to point me to a thread that tells me how.

Thanks,
Jeff

[Luciana]

hello, Starrman! To get an avatar, you need at least 50 posts. When you're ready, go to the Forum Help section and there's a thread on how to set up avatars there.

Welcome!

[Boo]

Originally posted by Denise


Welcome! I work the night shift myself, so I am often up in the wee hours of the morn. I'd like to hear some of your experiences as a paramedic!


Actually, I work 3 days, off 3 days. Every 4th week I'm off for a week:D


Most of my experiences as a medic are either painful or offensive as I tend towards a very dark sense of humor about my job. Perhaps someday, when I am sufficiently intoxicated to not care, I will start a 'people are so stupid' thread;)



Boo

[Girl 6]

Welcome to Boo, Stu, and Visloch!! :D

I'm thrilled that you guys were able to find this section of the forum. We did go through a reorganization recently. ;)

I'm hoping that other lurkers and new posters will de-cloak and let us know a little bit about them.

Hmmm... Looks like Diezel is losing his grip on the world domination plot! ;)

G6

[robbersdog]

Well, am I a new member? I've been posting here for nearly a year and a half, and lurked for about a year before that, yet have only managed 122 posts. Since there are people here introducing themselves who have posted more, I'll say hi too.


Hi too. :D


Anyone who's read any of my posts will pretty much know what I'm about. I'm a skeptic non-believer. I think believers are stupid, but they just don't realise it.

I'm from England. I'm a juggling, unicycle riding, fire breathing, sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, drinking, smoking kinda guy. I don't have a lot of free time so my posting here is sometimes a little erratic. I don't ignore people, if I don't reply, it's because I can't. Sorry :rolleyes:

Anyway, to all the newer newbies, welcome!

Here's a quick tip, don't take anything personally. ;)

[Roadtoad]

Not a new member, but I thought I'd at least say "Hello."

As you might have guessed, I'm a truck driver, though trying to get back into school to become a marine architect, hoping to help people by creating holes in the water into which they can pour their money.

My sons, (all four) call me Dad. My wife calls me Jeff. Other truckers call me 'Toad for short. Just don't call me late for a paycheck or dinner. Not that anyone calls me for either. Geez, Girl6, if you're gonna take over the world, wouldja fix this?

[Iridescent]

Hi people!

I'm new, just registered a couple days ago, and this is my second post.

Still, I've lurked on and off for quite a while, so I'm not going to fall for the "new person dollar fee", hal. Sorry.

Oh, and I like anime and my computer.
My primary operating system is Windows XP, despite the best efforts of some of my friends to make me use FreeBSD.
My favorite anime is Kyuuketsuki Miyu (http://www.animenfo.com/animetitle,338,dukhmf,vampire_princes.html), though Inuyasha (http://www.animenfo.com/animetitle,11,wpskdo,inuyasha.html) is a close second.
I'm currently playing Hearts of Iron (http://www.heartsofiron-game.com/), a deep strategy game, and RTCW:ET (http://www.splashdamage.com/), a fps. The forum at the later is where I got my current signature

Also, of course, I'm a skeptic and have been a fan of Randi since I read Flim-Flam! a number of years ago.

[PygmyPlaidGiraffe]

Originally posted by hal bidlack
As about 144 folks join each month, I think I can safely say that's gross.



dollars to donuts

that's 12 gross actually ;)

[Missy]

Hey peoples :)

'Spose I should have my input here.. I've been registered just over a week now and I must say.. awesome place. :D
Got a lot of welcoming posts on my first thread which was cool.. even got a sarcastic remark from one meany.. (not looking at anyone in particular ) :p

There's not much bout me really.. My names June, I work as a Nurse Aid for the elderly.. and I'm pretty much just a dumbass hoping to learn a bit of 'critical thinking'.

Cheers

P.S Mr Skinny.. I don't think you've met me yet.. :p

[Missy]

hey.. while we're on the 'newbie' subject.. can I ask..

How do you quote what people have written???

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Roadtoad
Not a new member, but I thought I'd at least say "Hello."

As you might have guessed, I'm a truck driver, though trying to get back into school to become a marine architect, hoping to help people by creating holes in the water into which they can pour their money.

My sons, (all four) call me Dad. My wife calls me Jeff. Other truckers call me 'Toad for short. Just don't call me late for a paycheck or dinner. Not that anyone calls me for either. Geez, Girl6, if you're gonna take over the world, wouldja fix this?

I'm working on it, Roadtoad!! :D However, I can guarantee that if you come to TAM 2004, you will definitely get called for dinner!

G6

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Missy
hey.. while we're on the 'newbie' subject.. can I ask..

How do you quote what people have written???

Well, Missy, just use the QUOTE and /QUOTE pair tags surrounded by square brackets. Or, the easiest thing you can do is just click on the quote button from the post that you want to quote.

It will take a while, but you will get the hang of it.

G6

[Girl 6]

Welcome to robbersdog, Iridescent, RoadToad, and missy!! :D

Come on, the rest of your lurkers! Come out and play! :D

G6

[Stig]

Welcome , Missy. There is a bit of a "funny air" to this place at the moment because all the recent changes. Stick around for sure as this place will liven up a bit more when the dust settles.

Stig

[scribble]

Originally posted by Stig
Welcome , Missy. There is a bit of a "funny air" to this place at the moment because all the recent changes. Stick around for sure as this place will liven up a bit more when the dust settles.

Stig


Reminds me of a time I tried to stop by a local Radio Shack. There were two signs prominently displayed in the front window. The first one read:


Please pardon our disarry during our remodeling. In the meantime, we will remain open for your convenience.


The second read:


Closed. Please call again.


-Chris

[Stig]

LOL. What a daft pair of signs.

Stig

[^evane$cent^]

^evane$cent^ da name
n' lurkin' or shirkin' works my fame.

Don't do donuts and pedantic on messy lists too:mad: I hate messy un alphabetised lists.

^evane$cent^

[Hellfire]

A few people told me to come hang out here. *looking for
a shade tree*

[arcticpenguin]

Welcome, Hellfire.

[Leroy]

But, if you wouldn't mind, please take this opportunity to introduce yourselves and tell us what lead you here. Also, don't pass up a chance to criticize the management.

Hi, I'm Leroy. A woman who works in my building sent me here after we had a discussion about religion. She stated that she dislikes the site but that I might enjoy it :)

Who is the management?

[pillory]

howdy you new one..
thod s is nort as bad this seemnmds to be be sometimnes
listenining - muskogee by the hurriganes (with g ):rolleyes:

[UnrepentantSinner]

Welcome to our new members.

Leroy, I'm assuming the woman who directed you here is religious and you're not? If so it was very open minded of her to suggest this site.

[Roadtoad]

I couldn't help it...

http://www.joecartoon.com/pages/joetoad/

[Genghis Pwn]

Hello, my name is Genghis, and I come in peace. :D

[livius drusus]

Greetings. I actually registered here 2 years ago with an underscore in my username, but I was all lurk and no post at the time. I blame the underscore. It was clearly dragging me down. That's why I have now reregistered without it. Either that, or I just plain forgot I already had an account. I prefer the former explanation as it has the bouquet of a principled stance instead of the stench of brain flatulence.

In any case, it's a pleasure to be here and I look forward to much ******* shooting.

[Leroy]

Leroy, I'm assuming the woman who directed you here is religious and you're not? If so it was very open minded of her to suggest this site.

She and I are both on the fence concerning religion. Neither of us will step foot in a church. Both of us have rejected all of the religions in our area(s). But we both feel that there is some kind of higher authority - she feels she has experienced enough evidence to believe this - I think my beliefs stem from being raised to believe in it.

I question people about why they believe in a god. Most do because that is the way they were raised. It causes me to question my own ideas, yet I can't ignore the stories from friends who have had what they call 'religious experiences.' Some of these stories I can toss aside, others I find very interesting.

I guess I could say I am open minded - curious - and sometimes angry about religion.

[ceptimus]

Hello everyone.

I waste far too much time on computers, so it's only natural that I subscribe to these fora.

ceptimus.

[Tormac]

Well hello everyone!

It only took me a few weeks to find this thread, but better late than never.

Since these "discussions" are sometimes not well received on the roadster forums that I normally hang out at, I decided to quit lurking and start posting here as well.

[Girl 6]

WOW!!

All of you guys are coming out from the woodwork! :D

Welcome to ^evane$cent^, Hellfire, Leroy, livius drusus, ceptimus, and Tormac! I hope I got all the spellings correct.

Thanks for coming out the closet, so to speak!

And, Genghis... What a nut you are! :D

G6

[Torment]

I'm reintroducing myself because I have been gone for around a month, but I have been returned with newly acquired wisdom!

Been doing a lot of reading, philosophy for the most part... Must have gone through nearly the entire infidels.org debate library, as well as some other places....

[pillory]

56 members and 76 quests on the board..

76 people who haven't nothing to said...

after 500 posts it doesn't feel so terrible anymore, expect in the mornings , "what have i done again":cool:

[fishbait]

Been reading these posts for a couple weeks now. Some are a hoot, like the guy who wants his friend to offer a rebuttal at his funeral if the eulogy is not quite up to code! Ha! Some are so insightful and succinct that it scares me. Almost all are entertaining and instructive. All in all, a great place to spend time while eating a cheese sammich.

As an introduction, I should mention that I live in Woodstock, New York....( yes, THE Woodstock, where the '69 festival never happened) the home of aging hippies and warm beer. What a loony bin this place is! You see every kind of goofy alternative new age crapola there ever was. It boogles the mind to listen to the broccoli channelers, sacred path foot massagers, rebirthers, UFO abductees, Karmapa devotees, and the born agains. Ya gotta love 'em! Just walking down Tinker Street gives me that warm, fuzzy feeling. I came here from Detroit about 10 years ago and took up residence at a Zen monestary from which I was kicked out for refusing to pretend I was Japanese. It's an interesting story if anyone is interested.

Anyway, I was led to this site after I saw JR on a show not too long ago and looked in. Guess I'll hang for a bit. Greetings to all!

[arguingman]

Hi there folks, I'm Jonathan, the intern here at JREF. Basically, what you need to know is that I need to get out more often. Really. And if you're laughing, you're laughing too hard. =^) So, I'll be cruising the forums looking for some sort of human interaction, electronic or not.

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by fishbait
I came here from Detroit about 10 years ago and took up residence at a Zen monestary from which I was kicked out for refusing to pretend I was Japanese. It's an interesting story if anyone is interested.

I'd like to hear it, either here or start a new thread.

Welcome, everyone.

[Girl 6]

Welcome again to Torment! I don't recall having had the pleasure of welcoming you to the JREF Forum. :)

Welcome to fishbait! I'm glad that you didn't wait too, too long to join the fray! I'm with arcticpenguin about having you tell us that story about the Zen monastery!

Welcome to arguingman... So, how many donuts are you getting paid for being an intern at the JREF? ;) You need to be accurate!

Also, please note that pillory is our resident muse. :D

G6

[RandFan]

I'm not new but I am back, at least for a little while.

Hi everyone. Welcome to the newbies.

What the he11 happened to the forum while I was away?

Can't you guys behave for just a little while? :con2:

Hey, whatever happened it had nothing to do with me this time. I didn't post any long disertations on being master of your domain, if you know what I mean and I think you do.

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by RandFan
I'm not new but I am back, at least for a little while.

Hi everyone. Welcome to the newbies.

What the he11 happened to the forum while I was away?

Can't you guys behave for just a little while? :con2:

Hey, whatever happened it had nothing to do with me this time. I didn't post any long disertations on being master of your domain, if you know what I mean and I think you do.

Uh-huh... ;)

It's all about you, RandFan! It always was! :D

G6

[Kullervo]

and not so new any more - exwhitefork.

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Kullervo
and not so new any more - exwhitefork.

Well, welcome back in your new incarnation, Kullervo. :)

So, can you enlighten us on what the name means? I'm quite curious.

thanks!
G6

[ManfredVonRichthoffen]

My name is Manfred. As you newbies will soon discover, I am often misdiagnosed with SAAADD(Super Advanced Adult Attention Deficit Disorder). That and ascii turrets. Whoooooop! S4l7! I like to talk about myself, or failing that, people who resemble me. My favorite color is grape, and my favorite flavor is purple. I stand 5'9" tall people if I must, but I prefer not to. I love my cat, but if my family were starving, he'd have to take one for the team. I drive a car. I'm fatter than I was, and thinner than I have been. It's been 3 years, 4 months, 15 days, and 4 hours since I last considered how long it had been since I did something. I squeeze the toothpaste right from the middle, consequences be damned. At the age of three, I wrestled to the ground a small bear. I'm a beeraholic. I'm not religious, but do believe some religions are inherently better than others. Any religion that doesn't allow an all-pulled pork diet is inferior to any that does. I could go for a cheeseburger right now, as long as I didn't have to go for it. I love you all, except you and you.

*in the above introduction, 'wrestled to the ground' should be replaced with 'was trampled by', and 'small bear' should be replaced by 'large cat'. Everything else is semi-factual as presented.

[Kullervo]

Originally posted by Girl 6


Well, welcome back in your new incarnation, Kullervo. :)

So, can you enlighten us on what the name means? I'm quite curious.

thanks!
G6 If you can't change your identity every once in a while, what's the use of having one at all?

I found all these nice people hanging out in the Scandinavian forum over in Flame Wars, and was inspired to go back and read the Kalevala, the very fine epic poem of Finland, wherein is found the enigmatic Kullervo, sometimes claimed to be the mythological relative of Samson and archetype/model for Hamlet. He comes to a rather nasty end. My avatar is a detail from the painting Curse of Kullervo by Gallen-Kallela. http://www.gallen-kallela.fi/akseli/4_tradition.html

[Pandemonium]

:w2: :

[Girl 6]

Hi Pandemonium! :D

So... Do you have a few words to share with us? :)

And, Manfred! LOL!! It's nice to meet you all over again! :D

G6

[Dallin]

Ok, so it is kind of strange to introduce myself because I've lurked for a long time... to wit...

I remember when the JREF forum was run on phpBB

I remember when Bigfig first posted about ghosts in her house and everyone took her seriously... and the aftermath...

I remember when Pillory's sig was 'this post will be deleted' (or something like that)

I watched with interest when Girl6 (?) bounced an idea for a jref get-together that became TAM

I recall the day when everyone got avatars...

I remember many times having the urge to go to the mall and lol!

Claus vs Luci? Oh, I guess that is still going on, some things never change I suppose.

Geez, and so much more. I guess the re-org inspired me to start writing... hmmm, seems to be more rewarding than lurking at this point...

[DeliveringVito]

I guess I've been a member here almost 2 years now...maybe. I posted quite a bit at first, but work got really busy. I kept reading as much as possible, though. Recently, I've been trying to participate more in the discussions.

So, I'm not new, but back from a hiatus. I doubt many people remember anyway, so I figured it wouldn't hurt to say hello.

DV

PS What's this about 50 posts for an avatar? Wasn't it 200? Man, I'm out of it for awhile....

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by DeliveringVito

PS What's this about 50 posts for an avatar? Wasn't it 200? Man, I'm out of it for awhile....
Those were the days! You qualify for the 50 limit, so help yourself.

[DeliveringVito]

Originally posted by arcticpenguin

Those were the days! You qualify for the 50 limit, so help yourself.

And I was all excited about getting closer to 200 posts! Oh well, I'll go with this one for now.

DV

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Dallin
Ok, so it is kind of strange to introduce myself because I've lurked for a long time... to wit...

I remember when the JREF forum was run on phpBB

I remember when Bigfig first posted about ghosts in her house and everyone took her seriously... and the aftermath...

I remember when Pillory's sig was 'this post will be deleted' (or something like that)

I watched with interest when Girl6 (?) bounced an idea for a jref get-together that became TAM

I recall the day when everyone got avatars...

I remember many times having the urge to go to the mall and lol!

Claus vs Luci? Oh, I guess that is still going on, some things never change I suppose.

Geez, and so much more. I guess the re-org inspired me to start writing... hmmm, seems to be more rewarding than lurking at this point...

Well!! Welcome Dallin! What has stopped you from posting? You see that we don't bite around here! ;)

And, yes, that was me bouncing around the idea for a JREF get-together which morphed into TAM! I'm rather proud of that. :D

You have a good grasp of the history of the forum. That's really neat! It would be great if some of our other lurkers would de-cloak as well to fill in more of the history. :)

Thank you for coming forward and sharing some neat memories.

G6

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by DeliveringVito
I guess I've been a member here almost 2 years now...maybe. I posted quite a bit at first, but work got really busy. I kept reading as much as possible, though. Recently, I've been trying to participate more in the discussions.

So, I'm not new, but back from a hiatus. I doubt many people remember anyway, so I figured it wouldn't hurt to say hello.

DV

PS What's this about 50 posts for an avatar? Wasn't it 200? Man, I'm out of it for awhile....

Hey DV!

Yes! I remember you! :) So, glad to see that you are still with us. And, it's great that you can finally get some representation for your avatar. Are you an anime fan? There seem to be a good number of people on the forum that are.

I look forward to seeing more of your posts!

G6

[DeliveringVito]

Originally posted by Girl 6


Hey DV!

Yes! I remember you! :) So, glad to see that you are still with us. And, it's great that you can finally get some representation for your avatar. Are you an anime fan? There seem to be a good number of people on the forum that are.

I look forward to seeing more of your posts!

G6

Oooohh....the legs remembered me! (hey! With all those smilies, how come there's no "heart beat" or "drooling" one?!)

Yeah. I'm an anime fan I guess. It's one of the things that led me to live where I do now. I wanted to be a comic book artist for a long time, before my dad talked me out of it by telling me that only the best make money. So, I went to film school instead. :D

I work in a Japanese company now (in other words, I exist at the office 24/7), so I don't have much time to sleep or use the internet. I really want to be more active, though. Thanks for the welcome back.

OK...I admit it. I just wanted to post something to see my avatar again. It's cool finally having a picture.

DV

[Pandemonium]

Originally posted by Girl 6
Hi Pandemonium! :D

So... Do you have a few words to share with us? :)

G6

:w2: G6

Yes these.

I'm not a complete idiot - several parts are missing
:D:roll: :D

[Cleopatra]

Originally posted by Pandemonium


I'm not a complete idiot -

Hello Pandemonium. Why don't you let those who will read your posts to decide on that.

[jewel]

I just had a wart burned on my elbow, it looks really quite phenomenally disgusting now! I was supposed to leave it alone until it fell off but it got caught on the carpet (don't ask) and kind of ripped halfway off. Isn't that cool? Anyway just thought I'd share. I think its really amusing how this board for newbies got hijacked by veterans. You guys are so enthusiastic..aawww....I am vastly enjoying all the intelligent conversation to be found here, but I'm having a frustrating time trying to join it. For one thing, I can't seem to edit my profile; when I try it just tells me that I have to login over and over again. This is also what happens when I click on the links in my emails that are supposed to take me to replies. Does anyone know what I'm doing wrong?
Thanks

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by jewel
I just had a wart burned on my elbow, it looks really quite phenomenally disgusting now! I was supposed to leave it alone until it fell off but it got caught on the carpet (don't ask) and kind of ripped halfway off. Isn't that cool? Anyway just thought I'd share. I think its really amusing how this board for newbies got hijacked by veterans. You guys are so enthusiastic..aawww....I am vastly enjoying all the intelligent conversation to be found here, but I'm having a frustrating time trying to join it. For one thing, I can't seem to edit my profile; when I try it just tells me that I have to login over and over again. This is also what happens when I click on the links in my emails that are supposed to take me to replies. Does anyone know what I'm doing wrong?
Thanks
Do you by any chance have cookies turned off in your browser? You can browse the forum without using cookies, but there's a setting for that on the Edit Options page. If your options are set to use cookies but your browser doesn't allow it I think that could cause your symptoms.

I do not use cookies, and I have the following settings:
Automatically login when you return to the site? NO
Browse board with cookies? NO

You might also look around in the Forum Help forum for anything relevant.

Oh, and welcome to the forum.

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by DeliveringVito
OK...I admit it. I just wanted to post something to see my avatar again. It's cool finally having a picture.

DV

You mean that you didn't post to respond to me? ;)

:D

G6

[Girl 6]

Welcome to the forum, jewel!

Arcticpenguin has an excellent suggestion regarding the cookies. Please try that.

Don't mind the veteran posters, jewel. They like to hijack threads all of the time! ;) Besides, it's always nice to get re-introduced to them. :)

I hope that I bump into some of your posts once you sort out the issues you are encountering.

Could you tell us a little more about yourself and what brought you here?

G6

[Lord Muck oGentry]

Greetings! This seems to be a haven of sanity, unlike The Midden, which is awash with Muck, all quite,quite mad. There is no "s" in the plural of "Muck",by the bye.That is because we seem to be a mass noun,unlike our cousins the MuckaMucks, who are of course a count noun.

[P-Zombie Master]

Greetings from the Alternate Dimension. I've been reading the Forum but can no longer see the influence of my P-Zombie minions. This cannot continue. What's the fun of a forum without the addition of some illogical constructs throwing their rotten flesh coated two cents in every once in a while? If you'd be kind enough to point out some of the more promising candidates for conversion, it will be greatly appreciated.

[Girl 6]

Welcome to Lord Muck oGentry and P-Zombie Master!

So, do you have a nickname, Lord Muck oGentry? Should we just refer to you as Muck? ;)

And, P-Zombie Master... Would you care to explain what p-zombie is? Is that a higher evolved version of zombies?

:D

G6

[LeFevre]

Originally posted by Girl 6


And, P-Zombie Master... Would you care to explain what p-zombie is? Is that a higher evolved version of zombies?

:D

G6

Oh no, lets not get into that again! :D

[Lord Muck oGentry]

Thank you,my dear, for the charming welcome! You may, of course, address me as Muck. Indeed, for reasons that will probably occur to you ,I find it a little hurtful to be called gentry.But I hope that you will remember the capital in "Muck";we may be a mass noun, but we have got feelings----just like that splendid young fellow P-Zombie Master. (oh, bugger----that's torn it)

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Lord Muck oGentry
Thank you,my dear, for the charming welcome! You may, of course, address me as Muck. Indeed, for reasons that will probably occur to you ,I find it a little hurtful to be called gentry.But I hope that you will remember the capital in "Muck";we may be a mass noun, but we have got feelings----just like that splendid young fellow P-Zombie Master. (oh, bugger----that's torn it)

You are most welcome, my dear Lord. :) Yes, I was thinking that it would NOT be good to call Gentry because of the connotations.

However, I don't think I will call P-Zombie, Master! ;) That might go to his head!

:D

G6

[Colloden]

Originally posted by Girl6
We need some new avatars around here!
G6
Carry on rocking my universe dear...:rub:

To add to Dallins list :
Who could forget ICAN, and the rise and fall of Bethke ?
( I'm blind !, Blind you hear ! :rolleyes: )

[Charlie in Dayton]

Originally posted by Girl 6
Hey new posters! Don't let these jokers stop you from posting on this thread! :D

Who cares about Hal... I'm still waiting on the fishnets that were promised to me for doing this gig...

G6

Did Hal ever kick in?

You're into bribery, huh? I'll give ya fishnets...although as I recall, you don't own a boat...

[SpectorDetector]

I'd like to introduce myself.

Im from Maryland and my name is Ron. Im 39 years old and I have been studying so-called paranormal phenomenon for 11 years or so now. I have been studying photography , as a hobby for over 22 years.

I find that 99% of what I've examined has been either photographic error or explainable phenomenon but there is the 1%.

I enjoy reading, golf and fishing as well.

I consider myself a skeptic to some degree but am open to the unknown and seek truth .

I have no intrest in the million offered by JREF and feel that the challenge itself is a farce.

If the day comes that I do find scientific proof of life after death , in my lifetime, the million would be a moot point since I'd be offered 10 times that in grants.

:roll:


I enjoy posting here,

SpectorDetector...Ron

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Charlie in Dayton


Did Hal ever kick in?

You're into bribery, huh? I'll give ya fishnets...although as I recall, you don't own a boat...

Nope!! Hal hasn't come through! :)

Um, those are the wrong kind of fishnets! But, I'm sure you know that! :p Talk to me when you get the right pair! :D

G6

[Girl 6]

Welcome to SpectorDetector! So, you're an "open-minded" skeptic? ;) Please do tell! :D

G6

[SpectorDetector]

G6,

Thanks for the welcome

Welcome to SpectorDetector! So, you're an "open-minded" skeptic? Please do tell!

I have seen many things in 11 years of research and investigation.

It's the normalcy and investigation techniques of the ghost hunters that concern me, for an unchallenged view can too easily and often does become the truth.

My goal as an investigator is to eliminate the explainable as a first step in approaching any so-called haunting. I do this through extensive questioning and interviews of the claimant. Asking me to check out an alleged sighting or haunting is quite a process. I take my time and am methodical in my study. Conditions , environment, emotional state of the claimant, nature of the contact, type of alleged contact, time of contact are just a few of many questions that must be answered.

There is a small percentage ( usually 1% or so after margin of error has been acounted for ) which remains unanswered. This 1% is what compells me to continue my search after all else has been considered.


One example of my work is as follows : ( this took place about 4 years ago)

I was contacted by a couple with a 9 month old baby who were under the impression that the baby was seeing the ghost of an American Indian spirit in their home ( the baby cried often and they thought this was the cause ). They got this impression after another so-called investigator (and group) did a check of the home and told the couple that this was the case.

The very first thing I informed them to do was to take the baby to his doctor for a checkup. I also told them that I would come take a look around only after they did this.

After a visit to the baby's doctor , it was found that the child had a case of colic ( i believe thats the spelling ) . I went to their home to speak to them about the findings of the other group and managed to convince them that they had been misinformed . The interview process alone was enough to convince them that they had indeed been dooped.


The whole thing absoutly sickened me .


I guess to sum it up, to believers Iam indeed a skeptic, and to skeptics in an openminded fool . Either way my convictions are mine . It is not my place to convince anyone of anything. I consider myself a learner more so than a skeptic or believer.
I am openminded but not so much so that my brain falls out. As a learner I am trying to find balance. I am comfortable with doing so . I engage in discussions for the sake of knowlege. We all have something to offer . My experience here on JREF has been interesting and pleasant for the most part. In any group there are always a few who will argue a point ,simply for the sake of the argument. I have dealt with these types of folks over the years and even they too are entitled to their opinions.


;)


I hope this sheds some light on your question :cool:

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by hal bidlack
And please don't forget the "new person dollar fee" where each new person sends one dollar to the forum administrator
But I have now instituted a Bidlack tax, which requires you send 50% of all such earnings to meeee!!!! :D
Originally posted by hal bidlack
We aim for insight, banter, great discussion, and learning. And donuts. We like donuts.
I think there are more wingnuts than donuts on this board, Hal...
And BTW, why are you named after a psychotic computer? :D

[Stop sign]

Hello and I'd like to introduce myself.
Names Stu.
Aged over 25 and under 100.
I am a sceptic but remain open minded a tiny amount.
Pet hate footballers salaries.

[Luciana]

Welcome, Mad Linguist! I know you're lurking in there, so drop us a word. Thanks!

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Kimpatsu

But I have now instituted a Bidlack tax, which requires you send 50% of all such earnings to meeee!!!! :D

I think there are more wingnuts than donuts on this board, Hal...
And BTW, why are you named after a psychotic computer? :D

You're not getting half of my fishnets allowance! :eek:

:D

G6

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Stop sign
Hello and I'd like to introduce myself.
Names Stu.
Aged over 25 and under 100.
I am a sceptic but remain open minded a tiny amount.
Pet hate footballers salaries.

Welcome to Stop sign! Okay, so explain the screen name to us! :)

G6

[Frantic Freddie]

Hi everybody!
I've posted a few times,I mostly just lurk tho,the forum I'm a mod on keeps me pretty busy.I do enjoy checkin' out this forum.
Oh,me? I'm a Realtor in the Land of Enchantment,I'm also a pickup drivin',gun ownin',beer drinkin' redneck.Also one helluva drummer,which is what I used to do for a living.
I'll try & post more,got some nice folks here I see. :D

[Girl 6]

Whoa, Frantic Freddie!! I think I can see how your got your nick!

So... I think you will need to elaborate more the on *redneck* portion of your post. There's apt to be some confusion and mis-understanding. ;)

Welcome to the forum! :D

G6

[BTox]

Hello, this is my second post here, I guess that qualifies me as a "newbie".

I stumbled upon this board a few weeks ago looking for documentation against a particular water scam (Penta hydrate). Turned out to be a pointless endevour, the people inhabiting this particular board are whacked beyond belief. It still amazes me to find people who are completely convinced that black is white and white is black. If anyone wants a good laugh check out the "askwaltstollmd" bulletin board. Why anyone would take health advice from an MD that had his license revoked is bewildering, akin to taking investment advice from some guy living under a bridge who lost everything on the stock market. Some of the loons on that board think everything is a conspiracy by big pharmaceuticals and the government, AIDs is not caused by HIV, monkey pox came from a rabies vaccine, etc, etc.

Anyway, I'm an industrial scientist (biochemistry background) who first got into this nonsense when we bought our first dog ~ 2 years ago. Having never owned one, I searched for and found dog internet boards to get health, diet, training information and was immediately surprised to find so many people on these sites convinced that conventional medical and nutritional advice is wrong and harmful, and therefore "alternative" medicine (holistic, homeopathic, etc) is the way to go. Suffice to say I disagreed and found myself banned numerous times from many boards! My morbid curiosity with this ludicrous health philosophy led me to other sites and boards on general health and nutrition, ultimately here. From what I've read in the last few weeks, this site appears to be an oasis of sanity in a world (at least on the internet) gone mad!

[Frantic Freddie]

Originally posted by Girl 6
Whoa, Frantic Freddie!! I think I can see how your got your nick!

So... I think you will need to elaborate more the on *redneck* portion of your post. There's apt to be some confusion and mis-understanding. ;)

Welcome to the forum! :D

G6

American type redneck,you know,pickup truck with a gun rack in the cab & beer cans in the bed,lives in the country in a doublewide,got dogs & dead vehicles decoratin' the property,votes a straight Republican ticket & don't trust the UN.
You know,that type :D

[Roadtoad]

Originally posted by Frantic Freddie


American type redneck,you know,pickup truck with a gun rack in the cab & beer cans in the bed,lives in the country in a doublewide,got dogs & dead vehicles decoratin' the property,votes a straight Republican ticket & don't trust the UN.
You know,that type :D

What make of truck? Mine's a KW.

[Frantic Freddie]

Dodge Ram 2500,extended cab,4WD,Turbo Cummins.Hell to park,but it'll pull a train!:D

[Roadtoad]

Originally posted by Frantic Freddie
Dodge Ram 2500,extended cab,4WD,Turbo Cummins.Hell to park,but it'll pull a train!:D

KW T800, 370 Cummins, with a Roadranger 13 speed. It'll pull a train, and the caboose, too.

Chevies and Fords are for wussies.

[jewel]

thanks Girl6 for your very courteous welcome. (It makes a refreshing change from the usual WHAT BRA SIZE ARE YOU? to be found in the virtual world.) I was brought here by a google search for "john edward+debunk"... I was not disappointed. I'm from South Africa, and am spending an unusual amount of time online while I recover from knee surgery following a skiing accident in california a couple of months ago. I'm 21 years old, I'm an honours student, I enjoy bloody mary's and oscar wilde, i believe in an open but critical mind, and I have been spat on by a llama twice. Oh, and my bra size is 38 C.

;)

please be very nice to me as I am exceptionally bored at present.

[Cleopatra]

Being nice is our specialty my dear...

[Roadtoad]

Originally posted by jewel
thanks Girl6 for your very courteous welcome. (It makes a refreshing change from the usual WHAT BRA SIZE ARE YOU? to be found in the virtual world.) I was brought here by a google search for "john edward+debunk"... I was not disappointed. I'm from South Africa, and am spending an unusual amount of time online while I recover from knee surgery following a skiing accident in california a couple of months ago. I'm 21 years old, I'm an honours student, I enjoy bloody mary's and oscar wilde, i believe in an open but critical mind, and I have been spat on by a llama twice. Oh, and my bra size is 38 C.

;)

please be very nice to me as I am exceptionally bored at present.

Uh, kiddo, while it's nice that you've volunteered it, the bra size falls into the TMI category.

[jewel]

duly noted. Disregard.

p.s "kiddo"?

[LucyR]

Originally posted by jewel
I'm 21 years old, I'm an honours student


Wits? UCT? Studying what?

[The Central Scrutinizer]

Originally posted by jewel
Oh, and my bra size is 38 C.


38C!! Are you married or happy?

[3-toed-sloth]

Originally posted by Roadtoad


KW T800, 370 Cummins, with a Roadranger 13 speed. It'll pull a train, and the caboose, too.


Put your toys away, I drive a saturn station wagon!
I could pull a small jet ski, only if I bought the good gas

[Pandemonium]

Originally posted by Cleopatra
I'm not a complete idiot


Hello Pandemonium. Why don't you let those who will read your posts to decide on that.
:confused:

:Missing half a sentance.:cry:

I'm not a complete idiot ---> several parts are missing. :teacher:

[Cleopatra]

What??? We exchanged a couple of words and you already behave as if I had my crocodiles chasing you....

Easy boy... easy....




She loves teasing the newbies...it's her way to make them realize that their presence didn't pass unnoticed...of course, one more comment about this bra and she will make sure that the newbie has made the acquaintance of the crocodiles too...

[toto63]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Girl 6
[B]Generally speaking, Diezel usually takes this on. But, he's been asleep at the wheel while I continue with my quest for world domination. :D

Anyway, I want to extend a warm welcome to the new posters to the board. I've noticed that we've had quite a few of them post already. But, if you wouldn't mind, please take this opportunity to introduce yourselves and tell us what lead you here. Also, don't pass up a chance to criticize the management. ;)


Thanks for the warm wellcome!
I'mAntonio a skeptic from south-Italy. I'm male, 40yo, Cicap's member.

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by toto63

Thanks for the warm wellcome!
I'mAntonio a skeptic from south-Italy. I'm male, 40yo, Cicap's member.
Cicap? Please tell us more about that. Is that an Italian skeptic group?

[jewel]

Originally posted by The Central Scrutinizer


38C!! Are you married or happy?

uh, if those are my only options, I guess I'm happy...

oh and Lucy I'm at UCT. Studying English.

[Girl 6]

Hey jewel... Don't pay any attention to the peanut gallery! :) I thought it was perfectly fine to state your bra size, although now that it is out, I think the guys are wanting to know more about you! ;)

Yes... There IS a danger to revealing your assets around here on this board.

:D

G6

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by BTox
Hello, this is my second post here, I guess that qualifies me as a "newbie".

From what I've read in the last few weeks, this site appears to be an oasis of sanity in a world (at least on the internet) gone mad!

Welcome, BTox!! :-) So, does BTox stand for a chemical of some sort? I'm woefully deficient in knowledge when it comes to chemical compounds and so forth. Please elaborate! I'm always curious about nicknames here.

Yes, well, we can be an oasis of sanity at times. However, there can also be a lot of drama. That's probably good since the daytime soaps are lacking these day in the drama flakes (TM by kookbreaker) department. :D

G6

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by toto63
Thanks for the warm wellcome!
I'mAntonio a skeptic from south-Italy. I'm male, 40yo, Cicap's member.

Welcome to the board, toto63!! You're being quite mysterious. You need to tell us more about this Cicap organization. And, how did you find this forum? Are there any famous Italian psychics over there? What is are the things that drive you crazy as a skeptic there? Of course, I'm assuming that you are a skeptic.

By the way, I LOVE Italian shoes... (hint, hint) :D

G6

[Roadtoad]

Originally posted by 3-toed-sloth


Put your toys away, I drive a saturn station wagon!
I could pull a small jet ski, only if I bought the good gas

Toys? TOYS!?!?! By God, my KW is a TOOL!:p

[toto63]

Originally posted by Girl 6


Welcome to the board, toto63!! You're being quite mysterious. You need to tell us more about this Cicap organization. And, how did you find this forum? Are there any famous Italian psychics over there? What is are the things that drive you crazy as a skeptic there? Of course, I'm assuming that you are a skeptic.

By the way, I LOVE Italian shoes... (hint, hint) :D

G6

Cicap is an italian skeptical organization, inspired by Randi and made in late seventies by Piero Angela (a TV journalist), the biggest italian scientists and some illusionist. We does the same things that Csicop does in USA, but this is the country of Lotto so it's very hard for a skeptic to talk.
I've found this forum looking for some Randi's news :)
The most famous italian psychic is Gustavo Rol. He's dead, but people use his memory as a weapon against skeptics. Some people would like that Pope will make he saint! Of course, when he was alive, he refused to be tested by Randi.
Just try to spend a year in Italy, telling people that you are skeptic and you'll see how people could drive you crazy here :(

I could send some italian shoes, but by e-mail :D

[Kel]

Hello everyone...

I've been lurking around for about a month now and finally decided to register...

I came here through a link from another message board and decided to check it out since I am somewhat familiar with the great Randi (TV specials, million dollar challenge).

Looking forward to talking with you!

:wink:

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by jewel
oh and Lucy I'm at UCT. Studying English.
What's UCT?

[Diezel]

I'd like to welcome all the newcomers.

Most of you may not even recognize my name, but I assure you I have been around for awhile. I've been away for a bit, but I hope to be back soon, posting regularly.

And don't listen to anything some of the regulars might tell you about me, they all lie. :D

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by Diezel
And don't listen to anything some of the regulars might tell you about me, they all lie. :D
Yes, we all like you. :p

[Diezel]

Originally posted by Kimpatsu

Yes, we all like you. :p

See, I told you! :rub:

(when did we get these new smilies? :confused: )

[EvilBiker]

Originally posted by Kimpatsu

What's UCT?

University of Cape Town! :)

Welcome, jewel!

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by EvilBiker
University of Cape Town! :)
What is sex?
Sex is what Sout' Effricans keep their coal in.
:D

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Kel
Hello everyone...

I've been lurking around for about a month now and finally decided to register...

I came here through a link from another message board and decided to check it out since I am somewhat familiar with the great Randi (TV specials, million dollar challenge).

Looking forward to talking with you!

:wink:

Welcome to the Forum, Kel! :)

I'm glad that you decided to de-cloak. (yes, I love Star Trek)

So, what made you decide to come out of hiding? Was it a particular thread that you want to contribute to?

G6

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by Diezel
I'd like to welcome all the newcomers.

Most of you may not even recognize my name, but I assure you I have been around for awhile. I've been away for a bit, but I hope to be back soon, posting regularly.

And don't listen to anything some of the regulars might tell you about me, they all lie. :D

He's back! :mad: :D Oh well... I better try to work on Plan B for the World Domination plot. At least Plan A was working for a little bit. ;)

Welcome back, Diezel! And, you know I wouldn't lie about you! ;)

G6

[Diezel]

Originally posted by Girl 6


He's back! :mad: :D Oh well... I better try to work on Plan B for the World Domination plot. At least Plan A was working for a little bit. ;)

Welcome back, Diezel! And, you know I wouldn't lie about you! ;)

G6

Sometimes the best work is done behind the scenes. The world is now mine, so I hope Plan B is a better one. ;)

[Kel]

Originally posted by Girl 6


Welcome to the Forum, Kel! :)

I'm glad that you decided to de-cloak. (yes, I love Star Trek)

So, what made you decide to come out of hiding? Was it a particular thread that you want to contribute to?

G6

Thanks for the welcome...

I've wanted to register for a while but never got around to doing so until last night.

There wasn't any particular thread that made me finally decide to do it. I was just intrigued by the discussions going on in the Religion and Paranormal forums... some of them looked really interesting.

[LucyR]

Originally posted by EvilBiker


University of Cape Town! :)

Welcome, jewel!

Give me Wits any day.

And you never welcomed me.

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by Diezel
Sometimes the best work is done behind the scenes. The world is now mine, so I hope Plan B is a better one. ;)
Being your plan, it's more like Plan 9 from Outer Space... :D

[HerNibs]

Just wanted to say hello. Been lurking for quite a while, thought I should be polite and finally introduce myself.

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by LucyR
Give me Wits any day.
Or half of them, anyway... :D

[LucyR]

Didn't I just know someone was going to make a silly joke. But I'm disappointed it had to be you Kimpatsu. Deeply disappointed.

[LucyR]

Originally posted by HerNibs
Just wanted to say hello. Been lurking for quite a while, thought I should be polite and finally introduce myself.

Not much of an introduction. We want more information than that. E.g. religious or atheist?

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by LucyR
Didn't I just know someone was going to make a silly joke. But I'm disappointed it had to be you Kimpatsu. Deeply disappointed.
Why? Are you sulking? :confused:

[HerNibs]

Sorry about that.

Ok - atheist.

Never did understand religion. Didn't make sense to me.

38. Mother. Married. Work in government. Nothing terribly exciting.:)

[LucyR]

In that case, you should do rather well here. Welcome.

[HerNibs]

Thanks! I look forward to some interesting times here.

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by HerNibs
38. Mother. Married. Work in government. Nothing terribly exciting.:)
Which government?
And a great big welcome from all your fellow brights on the boards.

[EvilBiker]

Originally posted by LucyR


Give me Wits any day.

And you never welcomed me.

Well, you come from Wits - enough said.

:D

Just kidding - a belated welcome to you, too.

[Girl 6]

Welcome to the forum, HerNibs!

Oooo... Could you please tell us a little bit about your screen name? I'm curious about it. :) Also, how did you find this forum? What made you finally de-cloak?

G6

[arcticpenguin]

Originally posted by Girl 6
Welcome to the forum, HerNibs!

Oooo... Could you please tell us a little bit about your screen name?
His Nibs (http://www.quinion.com/words/qa/qa-nib1.htm) is a well-known expression.

his is a mock title used to refer to a self-important man, especially one in authority. It is modelled after the pattern of references to the British aristocracy, such as his lordship.
So she merely changed the sex of it.

There's also a brand of candy anmed Nibs. They come in licorice and cherry flavors.

[The Mad Linguist]

Erm, hallo everyone.

I've been lurking for quite a bit - emerged to comment on a thread in Religion and Philosophy - now find myself getting drawn into quite a few threads over there, so I thoguht I'd better come to this thread and say hi.

Hi!

[arcticpenguin]

Hi!

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by The Mad Linguist
Erm, hallo everyone.
I've been lurking for quite a bit - emerged to comment on a thread in Religion and Philosophy - now find myself getting drawn into quite a few threads over there, so I thoguht I'd better come to this thread and say hi.
Hi!
Why the "Mad Linguist"? Is "Cunning Linguist" passé?

[BTox]

Originally posted by Girl 6


Welcome, BTox!! :-) So, does BTox stand for a chemical of some sort? I'm woefully deficient in knowledge when it comes to chemical compounds and so forth. Please elaborate! I'm always curious about nicknames here.

G6

Thanks for the welcome. I was posting under the name BTom or BT at other boards where I got into trouble with the "alternative" medicine crowd. They ended up calling me BTox, which I found amusing. ;) I guess it could also be short for Botulinum toxin, but I don't have too many wrinkles...... yet!

[The Mad Linguist]

(snip)

[HerNibs]

Hello again,

Ok, HerNibs - when I was little I loved to dress up and behave like a princess (snotty, telling my little sister what to do, etc.) and my grandmother would refer to me as HerNibs. Later after I got married, my initials became part of that name.

US Government, County level, Election Division/FCPA/Special Districts

Why did I uncloak? The woo wooiness of my surroundings. I needed like minded people. :)

I do have to confess that I did let myself become a bit intimidated by some of the postings here. Some of it went right over my head.

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by The Mad Linguist
Ah, now there's a tale. Once upon a time, many moons ago, I was sitting in a very boring undergraduate lecture listening to the lecturer explain how a new, smaller unit of language had been discovered circa the 1960s. He decided to compare this to the way that the atom was once the fundamental unit of physics, but then smaller units were later found. In the same way, a level below the phoneme had been discovered in language.
I had an instant vision of linguists in labcoats pondering how to split speech particles in a grammatical reactor. This tickled me so much I had to doodle it in the margin of my lecture notes. Since this was clearly the sort of thing a Mad Scientist would get up to in his lab, I decided that only a mad linguist would get involved in such cutting-edge and plainly insane stuff. So I labelled my doodle "The Mad Linguist splits the phoneme!"
Since I'm currently working as a researcher in a linguistics department, it seemed an appropriate handle...
Aha! And which university, pray tell, was host to such groundbreaking lunacy?

[DeathToSophists]

Hello!~

I thought I was an expert on subtle arrangements of the human body in erotic photography...until I saw girl 6's avatar. Excuse me while I add more ice to the shower head;) ~Can't seem to get it cold enough :roll:

[Kimpatsu]

Originally posted by DeathToSophists
Hello!~
I thought I was an expert on subtle arrangements of the human body in erotic photography...until I saw girl 6's avatar. Excuse me while I add more ice to the shower head;) ~Can't seem to get it cold enough :roll:
Think of Dubya for another four years in the White House. That should send cold shivers down your spine...

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by The Mad Linguist
Erm, hallo everyone.

I've been lurking for quite a bit - emerged to comment on a thread in Religion and Philosophy - now find myself getting drawn into quite a few threads over there, so I thoguht I'd better come to this thread and say hi.

Hi!

Hello Mad Linguist!! SHould we look forward to some clever phrasing from you? And, which threads are you attracted to?

G6

[Girl 6]

Originally posted by DeathToSophists
Hello!~

I thought I was an expert on subtle arrangements of the human body in erotic photography...until I saw girl 6's avatar. Excuse me while I add more ice to the shower head;) ~Can't seem to get it cold enough :roll:

:o

:roll:

Should I mention that my legs approximate my avatar's legs? ;)

Welcome to the forum! Should I assume that you will be hanging out in the R&P section of our forum? :)

G6

[Tallgrass Prairie]

Howdy. I'm new to this BB, but have followed the JREF website intermittently for some time. I enjoy freethought topics and people that truthseek! Back to lurking and occasionally blabbing........... :)

[DeathToSophists]

Originally posted by Girl 6


:o

:roll:

Should I mention that my legs approximate my avatar's legs? ;)

:eek: yeow! ;) and Yumm :)


Welcome to the forum! Should I assume that you will be hanging out in the R&P section of our forum? :)

G6