12-20-2013, 09:44 AM
(12-20-2013, 08:16 AM)Leanne Wrote: This is absolutely relevant. In trying to shield the feelings of newbies who act like ignorant, arrogant arses instead of taking the time to work out the site dynamic, read the rules and slowly feel their way, we run the risk of alienating older and more valuable members. This doesn't mean that older members have carte blanche when it comes to dealing with newbies, but it does mean that instead of being concerned about the butthurt of someone who's been here five seconds and probably does the same on every site they go to, we should really be protecting the interests of those members who've contributed immeasurably to building the site and making it into a place we enjoy coming to.I need to think on this. I am 65.
Best,
Tom