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Posted by AuntieMel on March 8, 2005, at 12:47:57
In reply to I fear not :( » AuntieMel, posted by Dinah on March 8, 2005, at 8:41:40
Well, I understand where he's coming from perfectly. If it were any other group besides this I would be suspicious, too.
It doesn't hurt to ask.
I'm going to send you a gmail...
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 8, 2005, at 18:05:53
In reply to Re: committee, posted by Dr. Bob on March 2, 2005, at 8:16:17
> > To be on the committee or also to co-lead?
>
> To be on the committeeOK, that means on the committee we now have:
> partlycloudy
> AuntieMel
> karen_kay
> Poet
> 10derHeart
> terrics
> DoveThanks! And to co-lead, it looks like:
> partlycloudy
> 10derHeartIs that OK?
Now did you want me to conduct a poll or something?
Bob
Posted by dove on March 9, 2005, at 9:44:47
In reply to Re: committee, posted by Dr. Bob on March 8, 2005, at 18:05:53
>Now did you want me to conduct a poll or something?
Yes!!!!
committee-person Dove
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 9, 2005, at 22:57:58
In reply to Re: committee, posted by dove on March 9, 2005, at 9:44:47
> > Now did you want me to conduct a poll or something?
>
> Yes!!!!OK, first you wanted to ask about dates?
Bob
Posted by partlycloudy on March 10, 2005, at 9:41:54
In reply to Re: poll, posted by Dr. Bob on March 9, 2005, at 22:57:58
Auntie Mel had suggested some dates:
"Maybe Dr. Bob can set something up like the babbleometer page where people can vote on one of two or three dates.
Like babbleometer because it limits the number of times you can answer. This is to avoid stacking the vote. It probably also needs to be limited to registered users, like posting is.
I think the three dates should be the actual birthday, the weekend before and the weekend after."
Could we see what develops from that?
pc
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 11, 2005, at 2:20:24
In reply to Re: poll » Dr. Bob, posted by partlycloudy on March 10, 2005, at 9:41:54
> > Maybe Dr. Bob can set something up like the babbleometer page where people can vote on one of two or three dates.
> >
> > I think the three dates should be the actual birthday, the weekend before and the weekend after.
>
> Could we see what develops from that?Sure! So that would be the weekends of June 4, 11, and 18? How about if I just ask people to respond by posting here?
Bob
Posted by AuntieMel on March 11, 2005, at 9:16:04
In reply to Re: poll, posted by Dr. Bob on March 11, 2005, at 2:20:24
That could work, but it wouldn't be long before the party is the only thing that shows on admin, right?
AND - if anyone wants to keep a low profile on showing up, the babbleometer technique (or something like it) is more private.
In fact, that could be used in a larger scope. How many times have there been things discussed on admin that you would like a consensus on and wonder if the shyer people are scared away from participation?
Posted by 10derHeart on March 11, 2005, at 23:49:05
In reply to Re: poll » Dr. Bob, posted by AuntieMel on March 11, 2005, at 9:16:04
Thanks, Mel. I was wondering about some of that, too.
Dr. Bob, is the Babbleometer idea - or some other (simple) means of collecting numbers - too time-consuming to create? I could see how it might be, but don't have enough technical knowledge to be sure.
I'm thinking posting their preferences here is probably fine for an initial head count to help pick a date. If it gets unwieldly (ie, threads too long), we could make a change then..?
I'd have to defer to Mel and others who've been here far longer than me on the issue of privacy concerns. I don't have a sense of it.
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 12, 2005, at 8:33:52
In reply to Re: polling method?, posted by 10derHeart on March 11, 2005, at 23:49:05
> I'm thinking posting their preferences here is probably fine for an initial head count to help pick a date. If it gets unwieldly (ie, threads too long), we could make a change then..?
Sounds good, how about if you post the poll here and I'll link to it from an announcement?
> I'd have to defer to Mel and others who've been here far longer than me on the issue of privacy concerns. I don't have a sense of it.
That may be an issue for the committee. I guess my own sense is that people with lots of privacy concerns are probably less likely to be interested in a party in the first place...
Bob
Posted by gardenergirl on March 12, 2005, at 19:52:03
In reply to Re: polling method?, posted by Dr. Bob on March 12, 2005, at 8:33:52
I still think we should come in costume. I could come as a gardener, and everyone would know it's GG, but I could maintain my privacy.
Masked ball? Costume party? Bags on our heads? That blue dot like they used in televising the William Kennedy Smith trial (although that would be creepy following you around) ;)
gg
Posted by Lonely on March 12, 2005, at 22:54:00
In reply to Privacy issue, posted by gardenergirl on March 12, 2005, at 19:52:03
<grin> That's really cute and creative ... I guess that part of the idea in the back of my mind (if I could go which doesn't look likely right now) was that I would meet folks and would at least have some sort of politely friendly interchange while in an unfamiliar city across the country. Possibly a longer term friendship or sense of supportiveness. But, at the same time, it can be very important to maintain one's privacy ... otherwise there's always some inhibitions re what one says on the board. Sheesh, I guess as "Lonely" I would have to stay by myself (???!!!???) The very thought makes me lonely! <grin>
I guess that brings up another interesting topic ... are we there to connect and/or share or are we there strictly to observe/listen to something/someone else? I guess that makes a difference in activities.
> I still think we should come in costume. I could come as a gardener, and everyone would know it's GG, but I could maintain my privacy.
>
> Masked ball? Costume party? Bags on our heads? That blue dot like they used in televising the William Kennedy Smith trial (although that would be creepy following you around) ;)
>
> gg
Posted by 10derHeart on March 12, 2005, at 23:38:43
In reply to Privacy issue, posted by gardenergirl on March 12, 2005, at 19:52:03
>>That blue dot like they used in televising the William Kennedy Smith trial (although that would be creepy following you around) ;)>>
Well, if you out figure a way for us to have the dot, I'd like mine to be dark green, or better yet hazel...goes better with my eyes, you know. Okay? Oh yeah, and while you're at it, how 'bout if this dot either 1) covers my body, not my face; or, 2) makes me appear to weigh MUCH less than I actually do? THAT would be well worth the creepiness...;-)
gg, you are a nut....(I love nuts, BTW)
Oops, dang it this is Admin....sorry...
Posted by Dr. Bob on March 16, 2005, at 23:30:27
In reply to Re: polling method?, posted by Dr. Bob on March 12, 2005, at 8:33:52
Posted by 10derHeart on March 17, 2005, at 0:54:56
In reply to Re: no poll yet? (nm), posted by Dr. Bob on March 16, 2005, at 23:30:27
Help, please...I owe Dr. B. a post, or more than one - (see below) - to get the potential party dates out there....re:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/20050219/msgs/470020.html
I'm having trouble picturing the best (simple) way of collecting votes for dates.
One post with a subject line referring to choosing a date for Babble party?
Or, would separate posts with different subject lines (the 3 date choices?) be better? Posters could post replies under their date preference?
Sorry, all. This type of thinking is often nearly impossible for my ADD-challenged brain. (Big picture stuff, ideas = great. Implementation (details) = run screaming away!)Additional thoughts...some posters will probably be "okay with any date", some 2 of the 3, some only one, and some unable to attend on any of them. Can we make that easy to indicate?
PS: I shall make myself more useful in the very near future...I promise. :-(
Posted by 10derHeart on March 17, 2005, at 0:59:51
In reply to Re: no poll yet? (nm), posted by Dr. Bob on March 16, 2005, at 23:30:27
Sorry :-( Guess I was slacking a bit.
Thanks for the push...see above post.
Posted by AuntieMel on March 17, 2005, at 10:25:20
In reply to Re: no poll yet?/Committee, help please, posted by 10derHeart on March 17, 2005, at 0:54:56
How about one location, but ask them to put the preferred date(s) in the subject line.
I can do the counting if you like.
Posted by partlycloudy on March 17, 2005, at 14:12:46
In reply to Re: no poll yet?/Committee, help please » 10derHeart, posted by AuntieMel on March 17, 2005, at 10:25:20
A count and a firm date will give us something to start with, at least.
Posted by 10derHeart on March 18, 2005, at 13:47:53
In reply to Date in subject line works for me. » AuntieMel, posted by partlycloudy on March 17, 2005, at 14:12:46
PC,
Are you comfortable posting it? 'cause I still can't "picture" the subject line or what to say... If so, please do go ahead and do it.
If not, I'm sure someone else will...?
PS: sorry - I am not trying to be difficult..
Posted by partlycloudy on March 18, 2005, at 15:21:22
In reply to Re: poll, posted by Dr. Bob on March 11, 2005, at 2:20:24
Please indicate your choice in the subject line of your post!
Posted by 10derHeart on March 19, 2005, at 18:05:32
In reply to VOTE! Babble party dates: June 4, 11, or 18, 2005, posted by partlycloudy on March 18, 2005, at 15:21:22
.. I just found out I have daughter and SIL (yeah!) coming to visit on June 4-8, so the 4th is out for me.
(PS - Thanks, partlycloudy - for posting this when I was so stuck...you're the best...)
Posted by 10derHeart on March 19, 2005, at 18:08:14
In reply to Re: no poll yet?/Committee, help please » 10derHeart, posted by AuntieMel on March 17, 2005, at 10:25:20
> I can do the counting if you like.Sure! Thanks - please do.
Posted by Questionmark on March 20, 2005, at 17:42:56
In reply to Re: no poll yet?/Committee, help please » AuntieMel, posted by 10derHeart on March 19, 2005, at 18:08:14
My vote is June 8th.
... That is, if this is the correct thread for this. It doesn't appear to be based on many of the other posts but i still think it is so , yeah.P.S. Happy PB birthday Dr. Bob. This is, and especially has become a great and helpful site.
Posted by gardenergirl on March 20, 2005, at 23:41:35
In reply to Date in June Vote. (6/08), posted by Questionmark on March 20, 2005, at 17:42:56
I'd like to avoid the Blues Fest, actually. So either of the other dates work for me, unless there is something else huge going on on one of the other dates.
I don't like big crowds, and I'm worried about traffic and costs.
gg, who is considering coming, but still on the fence.
Posted by terrics on March 21, 2005, at 5:34:12
In reply to Re: poll, posted by Dr. Bob on March 11, 2005, at 2:20:24
If I am fired by then I can go on the 18th...There is a chance I can go. LOL terrics
Posted by partlycloudy on March 21, 2005, at 6:47:13
In reply to Date in June Vote. (6/08), posted by Questionmark on March 20, 2005, at 17:42:56
Thanks!
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