Maybe a bit overwhelmed?

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 5:47 pm

K, so I haven't posted much since joining. I've been reading and reading and reading some more, trying to get a bit more acquainted with the place, and I've found it a bit overwhelming LOL. This place is huge, and has so many members! I also sense a bit of hotility lately, and although that seems to happen at many forums, it doesn't seem to be breaking the spirit of this one. Perhaps some of my hesitation is not knowing where to begin? Or what type of reactions will result? Any suggestions?

I'd like to say this though. I've read up on lots of stuff, and one of the things that caught me was the position babyrider and her hubby are in. I'd like to say, from a total stranger nonetheless, that my heart goes out to you and that I hope things work out for the best.

Hoping to find her niche....

Mystery

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 5:48 pm

Post away, mystery. Once youstart, you won't know when to stop!:)

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 5:54 pm

Thanks Chonisgirl! I don't know what the hesitation is, cause I"ve been a member of several forums (still am), but they're very small and intimate places LOL. Like less than a hundred members

SnoozeControl wrote: It does seem a little intimidating at first, but most of us are pretty nice. I look forward to reading your posts.

If Nomad asks if you'd like to see his pegleg, say no.

Oh! Don't want to give off that impression. Most of the members here seem really nice.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:43 pm

Mystery wrote: K, so I haven't posted much since joining. I've been reading and reading and reading some more, trying to get a bit more acquainted with the place, and I've found it a bit overwhelming LOL. This place is huge, and has so many members! I also sense a bit of hotility lately, and although that seems to happen at many forums, it doesn't seem to be breaking the spirit of this one. Perhaps some of my hesitation is not knowing where to begin? Or what type of reactions will result? Any suggestions?

I'd like to say this though. I've read up on lots of stuff, and one of the things that caught me was the position babyrider and her hubby are in. I'd like to say, from a total stranger nonetheless, that my heart goes out to you and that I hope things work out for the best.

Hoping to find her niche....

Mystery

Dont be Misery honey. You pick yourself a good name, like Joan of Arc or Attila the Hun. Misery has such a dark connotation.

Welcome :-6

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:45 pm

Hey, Mystery....don't be shy!! Just jump in wherever something interests you! If you have been hanging out for a while, you should have seen that we really like greeting new members.

There is every type of personality here, along with many topics.

You saw the number of members, but we don't have nearly that many who post and participate. You can scroll through the members list (top of the page, bottom green stripe, 3rd in from the left) and see how many have signed up and just never come back.

This is a very family-like atmosphere, and if ya stick around, you'll be brought into the "fold" real quickly.

I appreciate your concern about my husband's situation. We will know more about that on Wednesday.

So....hang out, you will love this place!! And if you have any trouble navigating, post your question and someone will be along to answer real quickly. Welcome to FG!!! :yh_peace

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:46 pm

Nomad wrote: Dont be Misery honey. You pick yourself a good name, like Joan of Arc or Attila the Hun. Misery has such a dark connotation.

Welcome :-6

:-3

It's Mystery. Or were ya tellin me not to be miserable?

<==totally lost on that one LOLOLOL

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:48 pm

BabyRider wrote: Hey, Mystery....don't be shy!! Just jump in wherever something interests you! If you have been hanging out for a while, you should have seen that we really like greeting new members.

There is every type of personality here, along with many topics.

You saw the number of members, but we don't have nearly that many who post and participate. You can scroll through the members list (top of the page, bottom green stripe, 3rd in from the left) and see how many have signed up and just never come back.

This is a very family-like atmosphere, and if ya stick around, you'll be brought into the "fold" real quickly.

I appreciate your concern about my husband's situation. We will know more about that on Wednesday.

So....hang out, you will love this place!! And if you have any trouble navigating, post your question and someone will be along to answer real quickly. Welcome to FG!!! :yh_peace

Thank you

i have noticed the number of members who don't seem to post, so we'll make sure I don't turn into one of them

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:52 pm

Mystery wrote: :-3

It's Mystery. Or were ya tellin me not to be miserable?

You have just had the pleasure of meeting our Nomad. He is goofing with you. He loves to goof with newbies. He really is harmless!!

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:53 pm

BabyRider wrote: You have just had the pleasure of meeting our Nomad. He is goofing with you. He loves to goof with newbies. He really is harmless!!

Hahaha, I've noticed some of his posts, and while they're intersting, definite goofing was noted

So, hi Nomad, nice to meet ya!

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:55 pm

Mystery wrote: Thank you

i have noticed the number of members who don't seem to post, so we'll make sure I don't turn into one of them

That would be nice. It's kinda aggravating for us old-timers to go around trying to make sure everyone is welcomed and then they just never come 'round anymore! I hope you do stay!! :yh_bigsmi

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Mon Jun 26, 2006 6:59 pm

Thanks again

I'm sure I'll get into the swing of things in no time, then you'll all be wishing I'd shut up

But, for tonight, I have to go. Got some studying to do and work in the a.m. Have a terrific evening.

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 12:34 am

Hiya Mystery, welcome to FG :-6

Post by **Bryn Mawr** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 12:49 am

Mystery wrote:

Hoping to find her niche....

Mystery

Are you one for the deep philosophical thoughts, the just for the fun of it type or maybe into the lively debates. Or are you one of those who loose themselves in the word games or the arcade

Whatever your niche you'll find it here - welcome.

chocoholic · Post by **chocoholic** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 2:50 am

Hi - ya Mystery,

I can tell from your location that you're going to be my kind of person!

Welcome to FG, see you around!

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 5:59 am

Oh dear, Chocoholic's seen you, Mystery. Take care!! And welcome to the Forum Garden.

When I first came in I too felt overwhelmed and some of the good people here referred me to threads to read, to get me started. One of these threads had thousands of pages - but at that stage I didn't realise they were playing with me and I went and read the lot!! It required lots of black coffee. Grin.

So escape while you still can, is my advice. Those of us who missed the opportunity in those early days before we realised that FG is as necessary as chocolate .. are still here, lost in the labyrinth, swinging from chandeliers, mudwrassling, sparring, debating serious issues, randomly chatting about non serious issues, joking and having fun, supporting each other, or just enjoying being amongst friends.

Uncle Kram · Post by **Uncle Kram** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 6:00 am

Hi Mystery - How's things?

Unc x

cherandbuster · Post by **cherandbuster** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 6:14 am

Hiya Mystery! Welcome to the Garden.

One of my all-time fav movies as a child (and as an adult!) was Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Ohhh how I loved Gene Wilder in that flick! You 'n I are gonna get along just fine.

Hope to see you posting lots!:)

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 2:54 pm

More chocoholics/Chocolate Factory lovers I see

Good to know...we've already got something in common

Blanket hello to all of you that have posted since I was last here. Thanks so much for the warm welcomes. I'm enjoying this place so far, and looking forward to getting to know the lot of you better.

Bryn Mawr - I'm actually a bit of all of those LOL. Once i get comfy, I have a hard time keeping my mouth shut on just about anything, and I'm a sucker for addictive games and puzzles

Post by **Bryn Mawr** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 3:05 pm

Mystery wrote:

Bryn Mawr - I'm actually a bit of all of those LOL. Once i get comfy, I have a hard time keeping my mouth shut on just about anything, and I'm a sucker for addictive games and puzzles

Then you'll fit in here a treat

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 7:06 pm

Pinky wrote: Woohoo! Someone just like us then!

Can I come to the choccy factory? It would get me out of the choccy cupboard for a bit...

Haha, took me a minute to get that

until I saw your location

May as well have a chocolate party

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 7:14 pm

Who mentioned chocolate?:D

Mystery · Post by **Mystery** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 7:21 pm

LOL, I love this place

AussiePam · Post by **AussiePam** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 8:55 pm

Chockie's okay for wussies I guess

Stone the crows! But I hafta confess

Though you'll think me a sleaze

I lust after cheese

And it don't get your face in a mess

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Tue Jun 27, 2006 10:16 pm

Did someone say Chocolate..:wah: Welcome Mystery you will like it here we are a good bunch. :-3 Nomad will mess with you so be prepared he often makes me laugh outloud so don't drink and read his post you may mess up your keyboard ..