Primitive Archer
Main Discussion Area => Around the Campfire => Topic started by: jeffp51 on April 13, 2017, 01:53:48 pm
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When I started coming to this website, I sort of used post numbers to gauge who knew what they were talking about and who didn't. 1000 posts meant you were pretty experienced and possibly trustworthy in your advice. I never thought I would be around this forum long enough to reach 1000 posts. I guess I want to thank all of you for making me feel welcome and giving me a home on the web. I did not think I would have much in common with a bunch of redneck hunters and good ol' boys (I hope that doesn't offend anyone). What I found was a really divers bunch of people from all over the world who all value beautiful workmanship, and eye for detail and true craftsmanship -- especially if done the "hard" way. More important, the people here value treating each other well, mutual respect, and tolerance for differences--all of which are so rare otherwise.
In a lot of ways I still feel like a noob with a lot to learn, but I really appreciate the time and the help from so many here on this forum. I hope to be around for another 1000 posts. Thank you to all of you. I would love to hear what you think makes this place work.
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First off, don't base knowledge levels from post counts :) :) :) :)
"What I found was a really divers bunch of people from all over the world who all value beautiful workmanship, and eye for detail and true craftsmanship -- especially if done the "hard" way. More important, the people here value treating each other well, mutual respect, and tolerance for differences--all of which are so rare otherwise."
Your statement above is how I feel as well. Plus, meeting so many of these hosers in person has made a huge impact on my life and has gained me dozens of true friends. Its well beyond archery now.
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Well said Jeff. :) It's good to know that folks can share so much
and be appreciative of each other. I have learned a lot and continue
to learn from our generous members. :)
Congrats, Zuma
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Only 1000? ::)
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When I started coming to this website, I sort of used post numbers to gauge who knew what they were talking about and who didn't. 1000 posts meant you were pretty experienced and possibly trustworthy in your advice. I never thought I would be around this forum long enough to reach 1000 posts. I guess I want to thank all of you for making me feel welcome and giving me a home on the web. I did not think I would have much in common with a bunch of redneck hunters and good ol' boys (I hope that doesn't offend anyone). What I found was a really divers bunch of people from all over the world who all value beautiful workmanship, and eye for detail and true craftsmanship -- especially if done the "hard" way. More important, the people here value treating each other well, mutual respect, and tolerance for differences--all of which are so rare otherwise.
In a lot of ways I still feel like a noob with a lot to learn, but I really appreciate the time and the help from so many here on this forum. I hope to be around for another 1000 posts. Thank you to all of you. I would love to hear what you think makes this place work.
Well that's interesting. I use post count to tell how chatty a person is
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Jeff, I agree with you about all the great people on here. I have found everyone to be great and some of the best craftsman around (you included). I find inspiration from this site.
I have not reached 1,000 posts yet. Maybe I will be able to join you sometime in the future.
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I learned pretty quickly that posts do not equal knowledge--I am probably just chatty like Marc says--but that was how I looked at it at first. However, I do really enjoy this community, and I am glad you all let me be a part of it.
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I guess Patb is just a real chatty cathy eh Mark
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At 2638 in just a little over a year I guess I'm just plain a blabber mouth lol.
Bjrogg
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Congrats and Glad you stuck around, great bunch of folks here for sure and as Pearl said I have meet some of my very best friends here. :) Guess I am chatty also Marc. ;) :)
Pappy
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Well, compared to Pat and pappy, I'm only half-chatty at 12,000.
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At 2638 in just a little over a year I guess I'm just plain a blabber mouth lol.
Bjrogg
Does that make me tight lipped :D
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At 2638 in just a little over a year I guess I'm just plain a blabber mouth lol.
Bjrogg
Does that make me tight lipped :D
Marc I think it's probably more that when you post something it's worth reading
Bjrogg
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Well, thanks BJ. ::) I'm more of a peeping tom than a chatty cathy. ;D
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It takes all kinds Pat. Once I get comfortable I can be hard to shout up.lol.
Bjrogg
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you'll fit right in, bj. :OK
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Thanks Pat I feel comfortable here therefore I babble on.lol.
Bjrogg
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Congrats and Glad you stuck around, great bunch of folks here for sure and as Pearl said I have meet some of my very best friends here. :) Guess I am chatty also Marc. ;) :)
Pappy
It is a bunch of great folks here. I keep wondering what makes it work. My ideas:
1. the above-mentioned good folks
2. A shared love of making things
3. The trading culture--I am really interested about how the trading post and the annual trades that create a culture of sharing and helping that promote cooperation and generosity. As I understand it, the trading was introduced for financial/commercial reasons to avoid competing with the sponsors of the magazine, and so maybe it was something of an accident. But I think it may be one of the most important elements that make this place work.
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Jeff, trading has been going on since the beginning of times. If you have what I want(need) and I have what you want(need) and we come to consensus it's a trade. The good part is...no money involved. And I agree with you about how trades bring us together.
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Jeff I get two magazines PA is one probably can't say the other but it's a outdoor hunting trapping fishing magazine. I've looked at many others but I just feel like they are cover to cover advertising. I don't even mind the boughten adds, I realize that's how the magazine makes its money to stay in business. I really don't like the articles that are just subliminal adds that the writers are getting free stuff or $$ to mention or write complete articles about. I like the down to earth articles and post from real people with no hidden agenda. I love this site and its rules. I think it runs great because of the people it attracts and the rules sit up and monitored that are simple,reasonable and easy to follow. I remember one day this past year the site was down. It really made me realize how much I would miss all you fine people without it
Bjrogg
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there is such a difference with trading over selling. It seems every time I make a trade on this site, I make a new friend. Each person has gone out of their way to make sure I felt like I was dealt with fairly, and no matter how hard I try, my partner does something to make me feel like I got the better end of the deal.