I'm a NEW rookie 'player'

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Thu Dec 29, 2005 9:51 am

I'm I'm to this role playing game.

Tho I've been with the Garden for a while now, I've only just posted in a more serious vein. Just straight forward posting on a variety of subjects that caught my interest.

Lately I've tried to move into the chatty, bantering, role-playing part of the Forum and boy is that a different kettle of fish........... I've had a good time with my posts, but PM's have come in to me with apologies for upsetting me on posts where I thought I was being funny. I thought they were just being 'too sensitive', but lo and behold, I find, it is ME!

In the flesh, I'm a very funny person: People who 'know' me enjoy my sense of humor. Why oh why is there confusion about this here?

Well, for one thing, you can't see me. You think you can, but you can't.

I tried to copy what I saw. I love the pics and as soon as I learned how to master this skill, I used it.

I personally liked the bolded type in LC's posts, so I picked that up too. However when I use it, people think I am shouting at them, especially when I post in caps.

Guess this is where the smilies come in. Yes, I saw them, but I saw them not realizing I was seeing them, so I did not pick up on this. I need to assimilate these into my posts so fellow gardeners know I am not an angry person spewing venom on others.

The Hug post was a beautiful creation by BR. Where it diverted from hugging, it was all in good fun on my part.

CD, Basco, Snooze and Far all know I am playing. This is to let everyone else know this too until I can get my texts to reflect my personality better.

Bear with me. Advise me if you have any suggestions.

I can be taught!

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Thu Dec 29, 2005 9:57 am

Help me! Help me! * she screams pitiously* I'm being taken away, away, away....... * voice fades in the distance *

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Thu Dec 29, 2005 10:06 am

Far Rider wrote: *far cops a cheap feel while in route*
Where's Ms. Vickie when you need her!?:-3 :yh_blush

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Thu Dec 29, 2005 11:35 am

ArnoldLayne wrote: Sojo, dont worry , its a problem we all have, conveying our emotions using a keyboard isn't easy. Emoticons help a little but it so easy to take things the wrong way. I still do it. Its probably why Admin gave us the PM facility. Some people dont get my cruel sarcastic humour ha ha ha, (thats me being cruel and sarcastic )
Thanks Arnie. When there's a question about how to take something, I try and look on the upside of it.

Lil~Basco · Post by **Lil~Basco** » Thu Dec 29, 2005 11:56 am

Ah, Sojo...bless your lil heart!

But....your fun pictures do show the true you! :-6

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Thu Dec 29, 2005 12:10 pm

Thanks Basco. They say actions speak louder than words...................

cars · Post by **cars** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 2:55 am

We love ya just the way you are SOJO. :-4

But you're right, without actually hearing a person's tone of voice & or seeing their body language things can get misinterpreted. :-2 It's hard when you can't see the person, maybe that's what this place needs, a "two-way" video screen! That would be a hoot!! Anyway, no offense taken here, I for one find your humor exhilarating. :p

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 7:35 am

Thanks Cars. 'preciate the kind words.:-4

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 10:36 am

I find getting into conversations/banter quite hard Sojo which is why i don't get into the pub. I'm ok with making 'statements' or passing on information...it's frustrating...I need lessons in cyber speak!!!! help...

I do love reading everyone els's banter though.

nvalleyvee · Post by **nvalleyvee** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 10:40 am

I think you're funny..............but I've been accused of being unfunny before too. I guess we just have the same kind of humor......

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 11:54 am

Bez wrote: I find getting into conversations/banter quite hard Sojo which is why i don't get into the pub. I'm ok with making 'statements' or passing on information...it's frustrating...I need lessons in cyber speak!!!! help...

I do love reading everyone els's banter though.
I know. . . and when you just view 'em they call you a lurker...........

I'd say just jump right in and try it. It sorta flows after while. Next time you see I'm at the Pub come on in and say 'HI'. I'll get you in the conversation. Everyone is real friendly at the Pub. . . . some more so than others

but I can't tell you any tales. What happens at the Pub, Stays at the Pub. :yh_rotfl

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 11:58 am

nvalleyvee wrote: I think you're funny..............but I've been accused of being unfunny before too. I guess we just have the same kind of humor......

Then I say we need to stand together!

or sit and just drink.......:yh_bigsmi

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 12:08 pm

SOJOURNER wrote: I know. . . and when you just view 'em they call you a lurker...........

I'd say just jump right in and try it. It sorta flows after while. Next time you see I'm at the Pub come on in and say 'HI'. I'll get you in the conversation. Everyone is real friendly at the Pub. . . . some more so than others

but I can't tell you any tales. What happens at the Pub, Stays at the Pub. :yh_rotfl

I guess being a lurker is better than being a 'stalker'

I've been a 'fly on the wall' in the pub a few times...it is fun in there.

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 12:09 pm

SOJOURNER wrote: Then I say we need to stand together!

or sit and just drink.......:yh_bigsmi

Didn't know hares like Olives !

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 12:11 pm

Bez wrote: Didn't know hares like Olives !
Ah, each day, another fun fact..................

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 12:12 pm

Bez wrote: I guess being a lurker is better than being a 'stalker'

I've been a 'fly on the wall' in the pub a few times...it is fun in there.
Ah, so you are the one that knows where all the bodies are buried...........

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 12:32 pm

Bez wrote: I guess being a lurker is better than being a 'stalker'

I've been a 'fly on the wall' in the pub a few times...it is fun in there.I don't know ......... stalking has it's perks. :rolleyes:

Sojo,

I've been there & seen i in others. We all come in with one persona, then when we start to show other facets, it freaks some people out. I started here quite serious then relaxed; I hit a couple of snags but nothing major. Nomad started out very light and then started showing his sensitive side; some people thought he was putting them on, they didn't know how to take him. Just be you, ........... & pick a galdurn av, wontcha?!?

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 12:48 pm

Accountable wrote: Sojo,

I've been there & seen i in others. We all come in with one persona, then when we start to show other facets, it freaks some people out. I started here quite serious then relaxed; I hit a couple of snags but nothing major. Nomad started out very light and then started showing his sensitive side; some people thought he was putting them on, they didn't know how to take him. Just be you, ........... & pick a galdurn av, wontcha?!?

Decisions are real hard for me to make. Guess it goes with my procrastination problem. I'm still evolving and with so many others trying on new hats, I want to experiment too.......... tho this is the one that makes me happiest, so far.................

What do you think?

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 12:56 pm

SOJOURNER wrote: Ah, so you are the one that knows where all the bodies are buried...........

Do you remember the 'missing members' thread ? my lips are

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 12:59 pm

Bez wrote: Do you remember the 'missing members' thread ? my lips are

Aw come on. Don't be teasing like that.............

won't tell anyone! I promise.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 1:06 pm

SOJOURNER wrote: Decisions are real hard for me to make. Guess it goes with my procrastination problem. I'm still evolving and with so many others trying on new hats, I want to experiment too.......... tho this is the one that makes me happiest, so far.................

What do you think?

I mentioned before that I liked Greenie. It reflects your fun personality.

My beloved has issues with making decisions as well. She is always torturing herself trying to decide to pick this one or that, or wear the blouse or the dress, etc. Drives me up the wall, until I remember that she decided to marry me, then I feel special. :-6

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 1:13 pm

Accountable wrote:

My beloved has issues with making decisions as well. She is always torturing herself trying to decide to pick this one or that, or wear the blouse or the dress, etc. Drives me up the wall, until I remember that she decided to marry me, then I feel special. :-6

Well you ARE special...she's a lucky lady.

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 1:16 pm

Accountable wrote: I mentioned before that I liked Greenie. It reflects your fun personality.

My beloved has issues with making decisions as well. She is always torturing herself trying to decide to pick this one or that, or wear the blouse or the dress, etc. Drives me up the wall, until I remember that she decided to marry me, then I feel special. :-6
For some reason, Greenie has lost her bounce as an AV.

Another problem to solve............. :-3

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 1:28 pm

SOJOURNER wrote: For some reason, Greenie has lost her bounce as an AV.

Another problem to solve............. :-3Do like Snooze. She changes her av as often as she changes her mood. Look at it like a fashion statement.

Lil~Basco · Post by **Lil~Basco** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 1:29 pm

SOJOURNER wrote: For some reason, Greenie has lost her bounce as an AV.

Another problem to solve............. :-3
re-load it from FG where you got it from!

I vote greenie too....if'n we're all voting?

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 1:30 pm

Accountable wrote: Do like Snooze. She changes her av as often as she changes her mood. Look at it like a fashion statement.
Okay. You sold me. Thanks, Acc. :-4

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 7:59 pm

Lil~Basco wrote: re-load it from FG where you got it from!

I vote greenie too....if'n we're all voting?

Thanks for your vote.

I'll try your suggestion too. I want bounce in Greenie's step!

SOJOURNER · Post by **SOJOURNER** » Fri Dec 30, 2005 8:02 pm

[QUOTE=Lil~Basco]re-load it from FG where you got it from!

QUOTE]

Duh!!!!!!! :-2

That was so easy, I never thought of it! Duh! :-2

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. :-4