The "Q" Goes Facebook...WTF!!! - Locker Room, Personal

Wordsmith wrote:

Wow, you've got some stones, criticizing the Q.

Careful or you might get suspended for starting a new TOTD poll. A mod posted on another thread that only the grandfathered TOTD and DABS were going to be allowed. Its only a matter of time before they come after you, if you keep posting polls like this, lol.

Yeah my bad for having an opinion, my bad for creating traffic with TOTD and I did send Dodge a message about this, also, doesn't the Q want active participants?

Power to the People

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#8 | 129 days ago

hockey54 (+)

I just get things figured out and now this!!!! tried getting thru the "WALL" this morning and now Best Buy won`t replace my damaged monitor!!

#9 | 129 days ago

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I Just Wish It Wasn't The First Template Selected When I Go To My Profile. I Kind Of Liked It When It Would Go Straight To Your Activity. The My Wall, My Comments Or Whatever It Was Called... I Honestly Don't Go To That Part Of My Profile Because I Can Easily Access Some Of The Polls And Articles When People Like My Comment, So I Honestly See No Such Need For This Wall.

other

#10 | 129 days ago

mooser58 wrote:

The answer to this question is best looked at from the financial aspect of Das Q. VantagePoint Venture Partners led FanIQ’s Series A funding round (for those not up to date on business these are the people that put up the "up front cash"). FanIQ is also backed by prominent "angel" investors including Facebook board member and PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel, Tribe Network founder and Aggregate Knowledge CEO and co-founder Paul Martino, Yelp board member and Slide executive Keith Rabois and StubHub co-founder Jeff Fluhr. They recently signed a revenue sharing deal with secondary ticket meta-search engine FanSnap. So it only makes sense that some of the aspects of Facebook would start to appear on Das Q. It also explains the appearance over the past few months of advertising on the front page after you log in.

Now, saying all that, I ask that you all remember me as I was for I am sure that I will be found in a ditch somewhere with both knees broken in the very near future. It will be described as an "accident" and my profile (and most likely this post) will be deleted as if neither had ever existed.

Power to the People

#11 | 129 days ago

nader2009 (+)

Dream_Machine wrote:

I Just Wish It Wasn't The First Template Selected When I Go To My Profile. I Kind Of Liked It When It Would Go Straight To Your Activity. The My Wall, My Comments Or Whatever It Was Called... I Honestly Don't Go To That Part Of My Profile Because I Can Easily Access Some Of The Polls And Articles When People Like My Comment, So I Honestly See No Such Need For This Wall.

This is exactly what I wanted to say

That wall is helpful too but my activity is better.at least for me.

other

#12 | 129 days ago

Michael G wrote:

Whoa!

other

#13 | 129 days ago

SaraBear (+)

Ever hear the expression" If it's not broke, then don't fix it"?!!! I was happy with the way it was, and so were alot of my friends!!! If you try to perfect something too much you wind up ruining it!!! What gives?! I liked it the way it use to be! Where's Huskerfan? Maybe he can do another " The Way Things Used Be" poll on this, and get a consensus of which "Q" version is better!!!

I love Facebook

#14 | 129 days ago

THE_Smoot (+)

I don't like how, when I click on the "Thumbs up" at the top (which has always looked like a middle finger to me), it directs me to "My Wall" and not "My Activity". When the "#awards" comes up in the URL, it can't follow any instructions anymore, so it has become useless coding.

I love Facebook

#15 | 129 days ago

iceage1957 (+)

Didnt like it either when i logged on. But decided to go with it. I dont like change, never have

Beer

#16 | 129 days ago

Wordsmith (+)

Michael G wrote:

Yeah my bad for having an opinion, my bad for creating traffic with TOTD and I did send Dodge a message about this, also, doesn't the Q want active participants?

Personally, I could care less whether you do it, or Dodge does it, or whether its gone.

Funny you said you sent Dodge a message. Did he reply? Or did you just say in your message, I am going to do this until I hear from you.

My point was, Dodge wouldn't be the one to provide the authority or approval. A moderator posted on a thread that only Dodge's TOTD and the current DABS would be allowed since they had been around for a long time. I believe 1 person (not me) was already told they could not create another daily poll with scantily clad women.

My original comment was more in the spirit of a joke. Sorry that you reacted so defensively.

other

#17 | 129 days ago

Where's The Sports Ticker That Was At The Top... Somebody Tell Me If It Still There. Where Did It Go?

other

#18 | 129 days ago

I'm still trying to fiqure out what the hell this wall is? And why is my scoreboard gone from the top? I need a zanax.

Beer

#19 | 129 days ago

Just Leave FANIQ Alone...

....Tee Hee

other

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#21 | 129 days ago

chisoxfan84 (+)

cubsgirl wrote:

I'm still trying to fiqure out what the hell this wall is? And why is my scoreboard gone from the top? I need a zanax.

Please, a zanax for me too! And a sledge to knock down my wall!

Power to the People

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#23 | 129 days ago

mojorisin188 (+)

I dont really like facebook either and now this... it is getting to be a little confusing. what happened to the way things were.

#24 | 129 days ago

Chief_aka_James (+)

THE_Smoot wrote:

That was one of the first things I mentioned about this too, will be fixed very soon.

#25 | 129 days ago

kathykat624 (+)

I agree with The_smoot disliking how you click on the thumbs up and it brings you to this wall. I usually don't mind change but when it's not a good change in my mind it sux. I also agree with Dream_Machine disliking the wall being the first template that comes up when you log in. I too like the activity page and don't go to the others that often. What can you do?

Power to the People

#26 | 129 days ago

Chief_aka_James (+)

Dream_Machine wrote:

Where's The Sports Ticker That Was At The Top... Somebody Tell Me If It Still There. Where Did It Go?

The scoreboard went away, didn't know why last night, I think it's been figured out since then, and will be up soon as well. Just some little things that didn't transition well, but are just minor and temporary.

#27 | 129 days ago

buckhntr (+)

i want my ol' "Q" back. every time i come on now it's different. maybe it's time for the ol' buckster to saddle up and go to greener pastures.i love this site,met many a good person,even u mooser, the new doesn't always mean better. change is good sometimes,but just remember what got u here. happy 5th on the 4th everybody

#28 | 129 days ago

Pat wrote:

FYI, everyone, the rule on the Thong/DABS polls was because for a while, we had everyone and their little sister creating a "rate this ____" poll, and it got to be a little much. This is, above all, a sports site, not a smut site, and we don't need a ton of these piling up. Also, many people were leaving their "_______ of the day" polls open for weeks, months, etc. Obviously, that would make it a "_______ of the month/week/whatever", not "day".

So in order to eliminate all confusion and avoid having to pick and choose which were ok and which were not, it was decided that Dodge would be the only one allowed to create them. If he stops, then they're gone for good. I think that most of us can agree that it's not at all "necessary" to rate a man or woman based on their looks, and there are FAR more interesting things to talk about. On the same note, if you really want to look at girls in thongs/bathing suits/whatever, there are FAR better sites on which to do so.

Regardless, any and all feedback is more than welcome, and if anyone ever has constructive criticism for the Q, feel free to use the "contact us" button on the bottom of the page, or post it in a manner like this. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages, but at least try to be productive. That's all we ask.

Really Pat? There were a couple of weeks there the only thing I signed into IQ for was to rate the TOTD and then got out. Finally I've found other reasons to stick around and I can't be the only one who held on for awhile because of one thing or another. Better to keep things going to increase retention, don't ya think?

I'm not a big fan of the thumbsup icon not working and I think the wall is too open, I had to laugh last night when I saw it and thought, facebook, huh? I like facebook, and I'm on there too, but not for the same purposes.

#29 | 129 days ago

I_Bleed_Purple wrote:

What is TOTD? I'm lost on that one?

Beer

#30 | 129 days ago

kisschris (+)

Thong Of the Day. You're next !

#31 | 129 days ago

cuddles127017 (+)

The Q has gone the way of Yahoo and others, the more the nerds try to improve it the worse it becomes for everyday folks just here for news of sports and some fun with trivia, quizzes and polls. I am also of the belief "if its not broke dont fix it".

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

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#33 | 129 days ago

Chief_aka_James (+)

Michael G wrote:

Yeah my bad for having an opinion, my bad for creating traffic with TOTD and I did send Dodge a message about this, also, doesn't the Q want active participants?

FYI - The Top 10 TOTD polls of all time, COMBINED, have gotten about as much traffic as an average featured blog post or a pretty good hotlink here.

While I do understand you're trying to do all well and good by taking the TOTD off of Dodge's hands, please don't use traffic and active participants as your only argument for it.

As already stated, this is the internet, for anyone in need of some women in bikinis or skimpy outfits, there are far better places for that. Take your 15 minutes or whatever it is you need away from the Q, and come back for the sports talk and the Locker Room discussions.

#34 | 129 days ago

I Just Want The Old FANIQ Back... And Your Not It...

other

#35 | 129 days ago

Pat wrote:

I disagree with your statement......I think Dodge would be happy with my choices and as a long term member of the Q I enjoy TOTD, I stepped up and well....sorry you lost your moderator status

Power to the People

#36 | 129 days ago

kisschris wrote:

Thong Of the Day. You're next !

omg, well thank you for telling me. boy do i feel stupid.

Beer

#37 | 129 days ago

Sporz_Freek (+)

Please Mr. Gorbachev , "Tear Down The Wall" !!

Power to the People

#38 | 129 days ago

Pat wrote:

Honestly, your comment is a little disturbing. This site (in my opinion) has a LOT to offer, and it goes wayyyy beyond rating a picture of some airbrushed model. If that's the only thing that kept you on the site, then I actually feel a little bad for you, because you're clearly missing out on a lot of great things by restricting yourself like that.

I think you missed what I said. It isn't the reason I stuck around, it was the reason I didn't forget about the site completely for a few weeks and perhaps altogether. NOW I've found many other fun reasons to be here, but I might not have if there wasn't something that kept me hooked, so-to-speak. Now, my point was that could be something different for everyone, and since retention and growth are probably the most important goals with regards to users, ANYTHING that keeps them coming back, is worth something.

Plus, who are you calling airbrushed?

#39 | 129 days ago

american_sherrybaby (+)

Dream_Machine wrote:

Just Leave FANIQ Alone...

....Tee Hee

Gosh, I was hoping I would never have to see that again...(LOL)

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#41 | 129 days ago

O.K. just got on here and ran into this wall thing. What the hell do you do with it? How do you get to the other screen that just gave you your current thumbs up? One of the things I always liked about this site was that it was easy for me to use. I am not very computer savvy so these new changes are making it difficult for me. I don't do facebook, my space or any of the sites designed for teenagers. Why, because I am not a teenager. Why did they not ask our opionion, the users, if we wanted these changes? This really sucks.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#42 | 129 days ago

(Edited by Michael G)
Crazy4Boston wrote:

Wow, this is getting so ridiculous.

Nothing is positive and fun anymore. There are more and more polls about how the Q isn't the same anymore and the mods don't really seem to care about our opinions, they just disagree and tell us to write them personally and I'm tired of it.

I know I'm getting PQ'd for this, but I'm sick of polls that make no sense, I'm sick of polls about "Rate this Daughtry album" and I'm sick of "newbies" who come on and create 847 "put a quote with this pic" polls.

I'm out of here, folks.

Power to the People

#43 | 129 days ago

das3cr (+)

I think we need a way to set how we want our 'home page' or 'profile page' or default page or whatever you want to call it. I'd MUCH rather that my default profile open to my activity that the wall page.

Beer

#44 | 129 days ago

Pat (+)

Crazy4Boston wrote:

1) The mods aren't the ones who make changes to the site.
2) The easiest way to get rid of the polls about how the Q isn't the same anymore is to... (drumroll please) ... stop making them. I'm not saying that people's opinions should be silenced, but are we really complaining ABOUT complaining now?
3) No one is telling you to write the mods personally. There is a "contact us" button at the bottom, which sends your ideas/complaints to an actual site employee, who DOES have some influence in changes on the site.
4) The mods DO care about your opinions, whether you care to believe it or not. Some of them even agree with you. But like I said, they're not the ones in charge of these changes.
5) You say you're tired of hearing the "Contact Us" suggestion... but how many times have you actually DONE it? How many times have you actually sat down and submitted a suggestion? My guess would be zero... forgive me if I'm wrong. So exactly what are you tired of?
6) You're not the only one who is sick of those. Which is why some people have lost poll/quiz creating privileges lately. It's a big site, and there are a lot of people submitting excellent content, and a lot of people contributing stuff that... well... isn't so good. It's not an easy job to sift through it, but the mods are trying to do that as best they can.
7) Some people on here complaining that they want the "Old Q" back are people who have been here a few months, and to be fair, don't even KNOW what the "Old Q" is. There will be people in 6 months who will complain that they want things to change back to the way they are right now. With every change, there are good things, and other things that people will have trouble getting used to. Offer your suggestions, and then make the best of it, like the rest of us... even the mods.
8) See ya.

#45 | 129 days ago

zskea01 (+)

I love that Faniq is now on Facebook!

I'm on Facebook more now than the Q. It's been a little overwhelming trying to handle all my messages in the upper right hand corner here. Before I used to be able to close out my messages and it would stop popping up, but now when I close my messages it keeps popping back up and covering up important text that I'm trying to read. So, I have to go through 500 messages before I can read a whole post? I'll have to wait until my vacation.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

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#47 | 129 days ago

Pat wrote:

Debaleov & TheBeast disagree

Power to the People

#48 | 129 days ago

(Edited by BigBasin1977)
mooser58 wrote:

I ask this honestly to the four people who PQ'd this...what offended you about it??? Unless you are Ty and did not want who his financial backers are out there then your PQ is asinine. Please, either here or message me privately and tell me what was so offensive to you about this post. I would like some honest discussion on it. EVERY word about the financial side is true so it can't be that. Are you offended by my joke at the end of it??? I honestly would like to know.

I thought it was a very smart responce.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

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#50 | 129 days ago

Change is a fact of life. I am sure that it will take time to work out all the bugs with the new look and stuff but really once its done you will get used to it just like you did before.

I have to agree with the amount of Caption This and Rate These Polls are. We all though are capable of just skipping them and moving on to ones that we really want to answer.

Beer

#51 | 129 days ago

d29point9 (+)

mooser58 wrote:

Keep PQing....I love it. Can you honestly not discuss it??? Are you that immature? Hide behind the PQ...very brave. All I am asking is honest discussion. Lets try it instead of you mindlessly PQing something that was TRYING to point out why something happened. I am not looking to argue. This is a social site. Lets socially discuss this.

Good luck with that Bud - You may have your own 'stalker' (lol), but a lot of us have our very own PQers. They like to remain anonymous.......

Beer

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#53 | 129 days ago

noti4 (+)

I dont like facebook, but I liked the new Q , in the wall is only what happen, is good, is fun, is MAGNIFICO

#54 | 129 days ago

Pat wrote:

I've said it before, and I'll say it again. PQ's are for cowards, and/or people who aren't intelligent enough to actually discuss something.

Don't hold your breath while you're waiting on that response... that's why they PQ'd you.

Sorry Pat....nobody likes you...

Power to the People

#55 | 129 days ago

'Beggars Can't Be Chooser's" Sometimes And FANIQ Is Free...Soooooooo

Happy 4th of July Everyone...Moose, Pat, Cali_K, M_G, Das3cr, Crazy4Mike, SFreek....

I'm Going To Go Take A Quiz....

other

#56 | 129 days ago

das3cr (+)

Dream_Machine wrote:

'Beggars Can't Be Chooser's" Sometimes And FANIQ Is Free...Soooooooo

Happy 4th of July Everyone...Moose, Pat, Cali_K, M_G, Das3cr, Crazy4Mike, SFreek....

I'm Going To Go Take A Quiz....

Happy 4th back at ya friend !!

You are right about the Q. Free as in beer. I guess the best we can hope for is that it does NOT become an application farm like facebook/myspace.

As long as it's cost free and doesn't introduce senseless attack vectors we should be happy campers.

Beer

#57 | 129 days ago

I just have a couple thoughts on this... first, if I'm not mistaken, I believe the revamp isn't completely done (Pat correct me if that's not right). Not everything is perfect immediately and there's probably some bugs to test and work out.

Second, I'm glad the TOTD is gone. I'm a mom, and my 8 yr old daughter is usually right beside me when i'm on the Q as she's as much a sports fan as I am and loves to try to read the articles and quizes. I'm here for the sports, not half naked people and I don't particularly care to have it flaunted in front of her. This site is called faniq.com not ratemybutt.com

Look, change is inevitable, I'm still having issues finding my way around too, but the best way to voice your concerns or frustraitions is to use the contact us and use mature precise thoghts to explain what you're displeased with. It's more productive if you voice exactly what's wrong so the issues can be addressed.

Ok I'll step off my mommy-box now...

other

#58 | 129 days ago

wyldePHX (+)

Not only does FanIQ have two groups on Facebook, there's also an anti-FanIQ group there as well.

#59 | 129 days ago

burnet44 (+)

I dont have facebook, twitter, my space, or any of that other stuff

I do like the q the way it was

its not my website
I have no dog in this fight

just an observer

other

#60 | 129 days ago

nader2009 (+)

Speaking about Q being slow I wanted to say that face book is so slow that I cant stay long in it.

other

#61 | 129 days ago

Yeh ... I was thinking the exact same thing! Facebook blows, and now my homepage tells me absolutely nothing!

If this is a "Beta" site I hope someone brings back it's originality ... in one way, shape, or form!

other

#62 | 129 days ago

mooser58 wrote:

Would love to see and participate in the discussions but like Pat says people who give out PQ's for these comments are not going to discuss it with you. They probably don't have enough intelligent thought to discuss it with you.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

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#64 | 129 days ago

O.K. I have been on here for several hours with this wall thing and I can honestly say. I hate the wall, I hate the wall, I hate the wall.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#65 | 129 days ago

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BigBasin1977 wrote:

O.K. I have been on here for several hours with this wall thing and I can honestly say. I hate the wall, I hate the wall, I hate the wall.

But how do you feel about the wall? Lmao.

Beer

#66 | 129 days ago

cubsgirl wrote:

But how do you feel about the wall? Lmao.

You could say I hate it.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#67 | 129 days ago

therick (+)

i have been here a little bit longer than a few months and have put in suggestions but nothing like this..... oh see you in 30 days Michael, lol

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#68 | 129 days ago

buckhntr (+)

goodbye

#69 | 129 days ago

Pat wrote:

You don't gotta explain that to them, PAT!! Hey...they betta be grateful we have a site like this, and as liberal as the mods are on here about what's said, I'd hope they would bring suggestions instead of whines and complaints

Beer

#70 | 129 days ago

Cop4Cubs (+)

cubsgirl wrote:

What is TOTD? I'm lost on that one?

Holy Crap Cubsgirl do I have to explain everything to you? Your picture was on " The Thong of the Day " poll , you got a RAVE review.. haha gottcha !!

Power to the People

#71 | 129 days ago

HeatherJoy777 wrote:

What?! TOTD is gone?! I don't think so, I think someone else has picked up the mantle, and what did happen to Dodge anyway? I thought that was the point of having DABS too, equality.

I am also a parent, and my son and I talk about sports all the time. He's 12 and the last thing I'd want him doing is looking at those posts either. So, I don't click on them when he's around. It's our job as parents to sensor what our kids see, and easy to do when we're sitting with them. So just don't click on those links, problem solved.

#72 | 129 days ago

mooser58 (+)

Das Q is SAID to be PG-13.....here is what PG-13 is defined as:

PG-13 - Parents Strongly Cautioned (1984-Present): Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

May contain moderate language,minimal strong language, some explicit nudity, intense violence, gore, some sex, or mild drug content. This is the highest unrestricted rating.

So not only should there be able to be a chick in a thong...but she could even be spread eagled totally naked (explicit nudity) while stabbing another naked girl with a machete (intense violence) as the blood splattered on the walls (gore) as her other friend was tongue kissing her (some sex) while there was a smoking bong in the background (mild drug content). Of course we know this will never be allowed so in REALITY, Das Q is really more PG and leaning towards G.

G - General Audiences (1968-Present): All ages admitted

No nudity, no drugs, no sex, minimal violence, and limited use of language that goes beyond polite conversation.

PG - Parental Guidance Suggested (1972-Present): Some material may not be suitable for children (Under 10).

May have mild violence and/or action, mild language and sexual references, brief nudity (revealing attire), intense images, sexual themes and LGBT, crude humor or very mild drug references.

other

#73 | 129 days ago

mooser58 wrote:

Das Q is SAID to be PG-13.....here is what PG-13 is defined as:

PG-13 - Parents Strongly Cautioned (1984-Present): Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

May contain moderate language,minimal strong language, some explicit nudity, intense violence, gore, some sex, or mild drug content. This is the highest unrestricted rating.

G - General Audiences (1968-Present): All ages admitted

No nudity, no drugs, no sex, minimal violence, and limited use of language that goes beyond polite conversation.

PG - Parental Guidance Suggested (1972-Present): Some material may not be suitable for children (Under 10).

May have mild violence and/or action, mild language and sexual references, brief nudity (revealing attire), intense images, sexual themes and LGBT, crude humor or very mild drug references.

I Think Internet Ratings differ From The Ones At The Movies...Or Are Those The Internet Ones?

other

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#75 | 128 days ago

sports_schmorts (+)

Technically we don't follow the movie rating of PG-13 it is more the PG-14 ratings of TV. We say PG-13 because you need to be 13 to be on the site. Anything that you see or hear on network television is acceptable on the Q.

Is this how the mods and management run their own lives? probably not. But this is how Ty wants his site run, and therefore everyone who is on the site now, and any future members need to adhere to the rules that every one of us agreed to.

#76 | 128 days ago

HeatherJoy777 wrote:

You're right it's our job... so keep the smut on smut sites and sports on sports sites.... even better solution! I don't want to have to sort through those links to get to the sports related ones. I got slammed for my opinions on the lingerie fake league too. Sorry if I'm gutsy enough to speak up and say it's degrading to women and dispicable and has no business being here. Again just my opinion. I wish more women who frequent here would stop pming me they like what I said and help voice it too. But since I don't get that backing, I'll go ahead and bear the brunt of the "We want our smut" bashing. You don't want to look at Tom Brady in a thong, why would you think the women of the Q want to see random women in them either. Forgive me but I don't see what thongs, lingerie or naked tushies have to do with sports. Maybe I missed that one in PE...

Again I say, I joined faniq.com not ratearandombutt.com

That still seems to be relying on censorship rather than parental responsibility. It really isn't that tough to avoid. I've clicked on the TOTD many times and I've seen the DABS one, but rarely have I bothered to click on it. It's been very easy to avoid.

It's lockerroomish at best, I agree, but isn't that the area of this site we're on?

I'm sure some of the guys bond over their thread, are you telling me the women who go into DABS, don't bond over some of those pics. Isn't that degrading to men? Yet that doesn't bother me, enjoy the pics of sexy men all you want. (When your daughter isn't around of course)

#77 | 128 days ago

bobjrinaz (+)

(Edited by bobjrinaz)
The problem we have here is in the days of yesteryear dudes being dudes who basically talk sports and chicks, are just that, days of yesteryear. Today we have more and more women into sports and with that the locker room mentality has changed in a form that the women reporters changed interviews in the guys locker rooms. Personally, I was raised by the best woman and mom a guy could ever have God rest her soul. Because of having such a great mom and a daughter now, my life is a bit different from the normal locker room mentality. I can't go to strip bars because those women, regardless of anyones thoughts on them are someones sister, daughter, or even wife. That meshed into mentality on a sports site gives a different demographic which to me is not a problem. With all of that said, I have to respect women in honor of my mother and my daughter. Any other way and my soul would feel tarnished.

With that said, I don't see why someone out there that would prefer to have a site that has both sports and thongs, start their own site. I have very strong feelings on censorship and as others have written, I just believe that to be Un-American. We have jobs to do as parents and anyone that does not like something has the right to not look. PERIOD.

Of course some of those people may think that sounds like there must be something wrong with me. I say to that there is nothing wrong with me because I don't judge nor should any other mortal person. I am married with children and love women both mentally and physically.

I am perfectly happy either way Ty runs the site as I have freedom of choice. And if thongs are in here, I don't have to look.

#78 | 128 days ago

PJ88Fan (+)

I came to the Q from a Yahoo site because they kept messin with it and taking everything that everyone liked off. If this is for the fans, then why not leave it alone. In the time I've been on here, I've met so many great people that know their sports and are so easy to talk with. It's great here, you could have an all day conversation with someone if you wanted to. Sure there are rivalries, but nobody gets out of hand with it. If I wanted to go to Face Book, My Space or Twitter I'd of done it already. I've seen it and it isn't for me. The scoreboard is gone and that was a bonus, you could be on here and still know what was goin on. The wall...what a waste, the other way was sweet. You could go to my bio, my activity and my talk with a simple click. Take a poll and see what all the people think.

Power to the People

#79 | 128 days ago

sdm (+)

No more TOTD? That sucks. You don't want to see it - don't open it and especially in front of 12 year olds. And anyway, if 12 yr olds want to see thongs (I know I did when I was 12), they'll find it! You watch, next they'll be outlawing bikinis and scantily clad women as member's avatars or whatever you call them. Sorry, but quite frankly if anyone under 18 never visited this site again, it would probably be a better, less uptight site. But whatever, one of the things that attracted me to this site and kept me coming back was the freedom of speech and induviduality that was allowed. If this is decreased and we're trying to make this a site for 12-14 year olds that have no idea about sports or responsibility, then so will decrease my usage. My 2 cents. And pq me if you want ya bunch of faceless whiners - I take it as a badge of honour - knowing that I've got under some uptight moralistic bed wetter's skin. Booooooya!

Power to the People

#80 | 128 days ago

computer_guy999 (+)

I do miss miss my sports ticker - now that ESPN has done away with their toolbar, where I could keep up with the scores. I saw something about TOTD- what is going on with that?? When we login to the "Q", just take us to the "activity" page, that should be our "home page" in the "Q" Change is good, but in small doses.....

Also, how about an area for "Q" news, so we can see what is happening in the "Q" - like changes to the format, times when the site might be down, "Q" birthdays, and "Q" happenings relating to members (birthday, new birth, anniversary, or some happening of note).

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#82 | 128 days ago

bobjrinaz (+)

I second the motion on the Q news from computer_guy999. That would be a great way to see changes coming or that happened and not think there is a glitch or maybe even my own computer acting up.

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#84 | 128 days ago

SaraBear wrote:

Sara~ I love your new Avatar!!! (Okay Q family, be ready for the dorky side of Lady Wolf)...I am a huge Precious Moments fan. I love them!
And, I agree with you on "If it's not broke, don't fix it!"

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#85 | 128 days ago

cubsgirl wrote:

I'm still trying to fiqure out what the hell this wall is? And why is my scoreboard gone from the top? I need a zanax.

I have Xanax!!! <hands Xanax to cubsgirl>

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#86 | 128 days ago

kramer (+)

LadyWolf_41 wrote:

I have Xanax!!! <hands Xanax to cubsgirl>

That stuff can f- a person up!

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#87 | 128 days ago

mojorisin188 wrote:

I dont really like facebook either and now this... it is getting to be a little confusing. what happened to the way things were.

I'm with you Mojo. I was fairly new to the site to begin with and now I have to figure this new one out all over again..it's frustrating.

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#88 | 128 days ago

Dream_Machine wrote:

'Beggars Can't Be Chooser's" Sometimes And FANIQ Is Free...Soooooooo

Happy 4th of July Everyone...Moose, Pat, Cali_K, M_G, Das3cr, Crazy4Mike, SFreek....

I'm Going To Go Take A Quiz....

Happy 4th to you too!!!!!

Beer

#89 | 128 days ago

das3cr wrote:

(((((((((((((ROD))))))))))))))))) SMART!!!!

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#90 | 128 days ago

mooser58 wrote:

Mooser~ I read your comment on this and I was wondering myself..WTF??? Why would someone PQ it? Truth hurt??? What??? Is there another person out there who just doesn't like someone. I know I have been getting pq'd for normal, everyday discussion and a couple of my comments have been "hidden for poor quality". And, even some mods that I spoke to could not figure out why someone pq'd it.
Personally, in my opinion...I think we just have some jerk on here who when someone makes total and absolute sense goes around and pq's people because they are jealous of our linguistic skills, maturity and ability to communicate effectively with others without resorting to childish name calling and banter on a serious or semi-serious subject.

other

#91 | 128 days ago

cubsgirl wrote:

But how do you feel about the wall? Lmao.

Beers to you! And a double shot of xanax for me! lol. ;)

other

#92 | 128 days ago

buckhntr wrote:

goodbye

Please don't leave the Q Buck. You are one of my top fans...I would miss you.

other

#93 | 128 days ago

I_Bleed_Purple wrote:

I was pretty much thinking the same thing. I was thinking, "Well, if you are sitting there with your daughter and taking Q polls, quizzes, and such, just don't click on the links that you do not want her to see." I am a female and I go into TOTD every day. Not because I am bi-sexual or gay, but because it is fun. Also, I can appreciate ART in any form, including photography of the human body. I'm not a prude. Do I make a lot of jokes on there? Yes. However, I also leave serious comments on the photographer, the model, use of lighting...etc. I'm sure that you do not sit there for 24 hours a day and just open, read and post on every single poll there is. And my suggestion is, if there is a poll that you do not like, don't click it. There is always that option.
But, that is just my opinion.

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#94 | 128 days ago

I_Bleed_Purple wrote:

I don't bond over DABS...those men are unrealistic and gross! GO TOTD!!! LOL

other

#95 | 128 days ago

kramer wrote:

1. I never bothered with the TOTD, so if it's gone I could care less one way or the other.
2. As I said in a poll a couple weeks ago, yes we Twitterfied ourselves with the "follow" option, but come on, we're thousands of times better than Twitter!
3. Facebook stole our thumbs up idea, so we stole their wall idea. Take that, Mark Zuckerberg!
4. PQs are never used for what they're supposed to be used for. One thing I wish would go back to the way it was is being able to see who PQed you like we had when the option first came out, then I know it would be used the right way because people wouldn't be able to hide behind that little red button and click it when they disagree with someone.
5. Everyone who complains about the site could make some suggestions instead of being a chronic complainer. Suggest what you WANT to see, not make polls to whine about changes you DON'T like, that solves nothing and just creates more drama.
6. I'm sick and tired of people having the nerve to say the mods don't care. We're users just like you, and it makes me angry to see people think we're not doing our job. There's a lot that goes on behind the scenes, and all your suggestions ARE looked at whether you know it or not. Also, I've said it many times before, but I feel it falls on deaf ears, THE MODS CAN'T DO EVERYTHING ALONE! We need you guys to be our eyes and ears. With bad content, spam, abusive members, we need you guys to be our eyes and ears. Report a bug when you think something is amiss, forward spam messages to a mod, report bad content to a mod, help us out! With a site of over 6 million people, we can't keep track of every little detail on the Q.
7. The COC specifically states that stuff you wouldn't see or hear on network television is against the rules, so the thing about the PG-13 movie ratings carries no bearing.
8. I've been on this site since March, 2007, and I can't tell you how many different layouts I've seen here since then. I haven't liked all the layouts, but guess what, I got used to them. You want to know why? The reason is because I love FanIQ. I love the people, the options we have, the variety of different perspectives in blogs, etc., and I'm not going to let the changes deter me from logging in each day because that's not what I care about. What I care about is being able to come here, enjoy the vast options we have, share my views with people, do a little trash talk knowing it's all in fun, yada yada yada.
9. For those who would rather leave the Q because they don't like what's happening instead of sticking it out and offering suggestions on how to improve the site, don't let the door hit you on the way out.

Lady Wolf loves this Q moderator!!! ;) Hugs, Kramer!!! I do report when there are bugs to the mods or when I am getting spammed and such. I cannot leave the Q because although some people do not have the "ability" to act and speak like mature adults (and kick peoples butt in fun), I do find I have a lot of people on here who truly care about me..and if I am not on for a while, they all want to know why and if I am alright. I'm truly grateful for my Q family. Do I care for the new changes...no...mainly because they are very confusing. However, I am not leaving because I don't like my homepage...or some other new things about the Q that I still haven't figured out and changed again already...lol.
You are one of the good mods, Kramer. Kudos to you, Dear.

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#96 | 128 days ago

Grneyes (+)

Crazy4Boston wrote:

amen girl !

#97 | 128 days ago

derms33 (+)

I spend way more time on Crackbook than here...obvious reasons folks

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

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#99 | 128 days ago

d29point9 (+)

HeatherJoy777 wrote:

Trust me, I don't click on them with or without her present, yes, in life there's artistic photography that contains nudity but 99% of what's here couldn't begin to qualify as it. So again I say what do i do with the jiggly boobs and butts that show up randomly in comments? There is NO PLACE in sports for smut! Smut is smut is smut, you can call a turd le poo-pay but it's still just crap. I don't click the crap never have never will. Will I ever think there is anything that ties it to a sport? Um no. It has nothing to do with censorship, am I asking for censorship? Um no... did anyone see anywhere I asked to remove it? No. It's a matter of having enough respect for other people to keep it to yourself or somewhere others want to see it. We have some very dedicated fans here who have taken time to share their wealth of history, pride and knowledge of the sports that are part of their lives and yours. I'm sorry if there are those that think it's wrong to want to share that pride and knowledge with my child, passing on traditions that are centuries old.

Like I said.. it's ok... I have my ideals and I speak up for them even if I have to do it alone. Floss butts and jiggly boobs have nothing to do with sports. That is my whole point in one simple statement. If you want to debate me, auctually try to debate the point I'm making and not dance around it. I have yet to see any comment that explains why thongs and jiggling boob gifs correlate with sports.

You're argument is valid - But you are stating it wrong. TOTD And DABS is not the issue here - Neither one of us frequents those threads. Therefore, the option not to click on them is available. You mean to say other people's avatars are the problem. In the situation that you describe, I see the dilemma clearly.

Unfortunately, I do not see the answer clearly - It is a 'right' of other members to use whatever avatar suits them, and we shouldn't be able to censor that, no matter how much you'd like to.

The question really is : 99% of those questionable avatars are on male profiles - WHY??? Are you trying to attract other males? Or do you just want to look good when you comment on something?

Beer

#100 | 128 days ago

d29point9 wrote:

Yes! Exactly! Thanks for the assist here... I haven't slept in almost 3 days, I'm sure I'm starting to not make sense a lil by now!

It's merely an opinion of mine, I know it's their choice and so i've never once asked them to be removed or changed. I'm not asking or even wanting to censor. It's a respect thing. Like it or not children do come here and wether or not they are lucky enough to have a parent that views with them, as adults we have a responsibility to respect them and each other.

LOL I hadn't even thought of it like that! That's hilarious... Good question... lol I'm not bashing anyone who has them or uses them... I just don't get it. I don't get quantum physics either... prob never will!

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#101 | 128 days ago

wyldePHX (+)

I realize thongs have nothing to do with sports, but what do thongs have to do with this poll that is about Facebook?

#102 | 128 days ago

The whole thing shifted in the discussion about the format becoming similar to facebook and mods not caring and somewhere there was mention about the Thong Of The Day poll or pic or what ever was gone, so I said I was glad it was missing cause thongs don't have anything to do with sports... blah blah blah I'm on faniq.com not ratemybutt.com

Go figure.

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#103 | 128 days ago

das3cr (+)

Long live TOTD!

Beer

#104 | 128 days ago

johnsward66 (+)

Chief_aka_James wrote:

Sir, you might wish to take a moment to breathe & uncork ( err... unwind ). You seem a bit too stressed. Repeat after me; " every day & in every way I'm getting better & better......... & doggonit people like me!

Power to the People

#105 | 128 days ago

yruwet2 (+)

mooser58 wrote:

Das Q is SAID to be PG-13.....here is what PG-13 is defined as:

PG-13 - Parents Strongly Cautioned (1984-Present): Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

May contain moderate language,minimal strong language, some explicit nudity, intense violence, gore, some sex, or mild drug content. This is the highest unrestricted rating.

G - General Audiences (1968-Present): All ages admitted

No nudity, no drugs, no sex, minimal violence, and limited use of language that goes beyond polite conversation.

PG - Parental Guidance Suggested (1972-Present): Some material may not be suitable for children (Under 10).

May have mild violence and/or action, mild language and sexual references, brief nudity (revealing attire), intense images, sexual themes and LGBT, crude humor or very mild drug references.

It seems some wants to make FanIQ a " G " site...

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#106 | 128 days ago

Poli_ (+)

(Edited by Poli_)
let me say this:

Power to the People

#107 | 128 days ago

mooser58 (+)

kramer wrote:

To your point #7...nowhere in the COC does it SPECIFICALLY say anything about network television. The PG-13 banter is something constantly told in posts by Mods but to offer up such a definitive broad statement as you did and say it has no bearing is patently false on your account. I really do not care either way, but since you were saying that in regards to my post allow me to post what the COC actually says:

to upload, post, transmit, share, store or otherwise make available any content that we deem to be harmful, threatening, unlawful, defamatory, infringing, abusive, inflammatory, harassing, vulgar, obscene, fraudulent, invasive of privacy or publicity rights, hateful, or racially, ethnically or otherwise objectionable.

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#108 | 128 days ago

mooser58 wrote:

to upload, post, transmit, share, store or otherwise make available any content that we deem to be harmful, threatening, unlawful, defamatory, infringing, abusive, inflammatory, harassing, vulgar, obscene, fraudulent, invasive of privacy or publicity rights, hateful, or racially, ethnically or otherwise objectionable.

But the COC DOES specifically say FanIQ is a pg-13 site, under the EXPLICIT AND INAPPROPRIATE CONTENT section, it says this:
20. Explicit and Inappropriate Content

FanIQ practices a zero tolerance policy regarding the use of profanity, explicit nudity or personal attacks against other FanIQ members. Any content containing things of this nature will be deleted immediately; this includes but is not limited to photos, videos, blogs and links to such content. FanIQ.com is a PG13 website and we intend to keep it that way.

Notice the Last sentence

Beer

#109 | 128 days ago

mooser58 (+)

ChristiSunshine wrote:

But the COC DOES specifically say FanIQ is a pg-13 site, under the EXPLICIT AND INAPPROPRIATE CONTENT section, it says this:
20. Explicit and Inappropriate Content

Yes...but it does not say anything about television...which actually does not use a PG-13 rating. So, as I was saying, to make the statement that it SPECIFICALLY says it in The COC is false. As I said, it is not my site, I understand the rules and will happily play along. But it is constantly said to be PG-13 so I was just defining what PG-13 is listed as and was told that "the thing about the PG-13 movie ratings carries no bearing" when actuality that statement carries no bearing because what was stated prior to it was incorrect.

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#110 | 128 days ago

mooser58 wrote:

I'll come back after I've actually been to bed so I cah do a better job reading posts. Yes, I'm still up at 9:30 am

Beer

#111 | 128 days ago

mooser58 (+)

ChristiSunshine wrote:

I'll come back after I've actually been to bed so I cah do a better job reading posts. Yes, I'm still up at 9:30 am

Wow...getting a head start on Red White and Boom are we????

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#112 | 128 days ago

burnet44 (+)

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#113 | 128 days ago

Pat (+)

mooser58 wrote:

First sentences in the Code of Conduct:
"FanIQ moderators reserve the right to police the community as they see fit. Just because it’s not in the rules doesn’t make it right, and moderators have the power to make judgment calls on such issues."

So based on that disclaimer, which precludes all other statements, there is nothing false or contradictory about it. The term "PG-13" is more of a general guideline than a strict set of rules, because it's a lot easier to say "keep it PG-13" than it is to spell them all out every time someone has a question. Most people have a good idea what that means, and it seems to work pretty well.

#114 | 128 days ago

mooser58 (+)

Pat wrote:

Sure there is...he said SPECIFICALLY, which means it is actually there. Now, there can be interpretation and I do not argue that, but to say specifically is false. It says nothing about television at all, therefore the statement as he made it is false. The broad and wide ranging verbiage of any Terms and Conditions (which I guarantee you 9 out of 10 people did not read thoroughly before clicking AGREE when they joined) allows for things to be interpreted in favor of the owner of any business and the Terms and Conditions and COC of FanIQ are in no way different. But to say specifically is going completely against that. It is all a matter of semantics.

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#115 | 128 days ago

topnach (+)

I had to grab me a beer to read all this. Good stuff here

Power to the People

#116 | 128 days ago

derms33 (+)

pg-13 but i get messages to get rid of my songs on my profile playlist? wow. I have seen plenty of PG-13 movies that say and show far worse than music you can find on my profile page...just don't go there if it offends you. Note: I would have deleted the music, but I can't remember how to do such a thing.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

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#118 | 128 days ago

d29point9 (+)

Last comment by me on this thread.......

Please don't suspend/ban the Mooser - you want positive people to contribute on here? He does it everyday, all day.

Beer

#119 | 128 days ago

donna101165 (+)

I agree would like the scoreboard back and default to activity page. I am on facebook but only pop in for few minutes a day but most of my time is spent here. Here's hoping the applications won't start showing up, i'll be happy. Don't think i would leave th Q just because the format changed i enjoy my time on the Q too much.

I think this is the 1st time i have seen the top comment also PQ's so much to be hidden. WTG Mooser!!

Beer

#120 | 128 days ago

kramer (+)

mooser58 wrote:

to upload, post, transmit, share, store or otherwise make available any content that we deem to be harmful, threatening, unlawful, defamatory, infringing, abusive, inflammatory, harassing, vulgar, obscene, fraudulent, invasive of privacy or publicity rights, hateful, or racially, ethnically or otherwise objectionable.

• Adult Material – please refrain from publishing anything that is rated higher than PG13. Content may be suggestive but not explicit. This includes posts with descriptive explicit sexual scenarios and anything of a sexual nature that would not be allowed on network television, not be seen on a public beach, or in material not sold to minors.
• Language – words and phrases that are not accepted on public television stations will not be tolerated on FanIQ. If you would not hear it on Network TV (CBS, ABC, NBC, etc.), do not say it. If you feel that an expletive is absolutely necessary, please use asterisks (*) to cover most of the word or phrase, or your post will be edited or deleted. Upon deletion, a warning will be sent to you via PM.

Now what was that about what I said NOT being specifically spelled out in the COC? I rest my case.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#121 | 128 days ago

mooser58 (+)

(Edited by mooser58)
kramer wrote:

I stand corrected. I was looking under another part. I still think, and Pat confirmed above, that many of the Mod rulings are capricious and arbitrary based on their particular whims and fancies of the moment but I will stand corrected on this one as far as it is written.

Also, the television ratings system does not use PG-13, that is used for movies. So which is it? Television or movies??? Or as Pat stated "FanIQ moderators reserve the right to police the community as they see fit."

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#122 | 128 days ago

kramer (+)

mooser58 wrote:

I think the 2 parts above make it pretty clear that it's the TV ratings scale. I'm not sure what's so confusing about that. If there are gray areas, that's where the mods step in and police the site as they see fit, deciding if certain content should stay or go.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#123 | 128 days ago

Can I ask one question...Why is this getting SO DEEP?
Here...let me clear this up real quick-like:

If you like this site...FREQUENT IT!!
If there are thing that you would do differently...MAKE YOUR OWN DAYUM SITE AND STOP BITCHEN ABOUT IT HERE!

The only way this becomes like another website is if you make it like the other website! Can we get back to the hell-a-fied arguments on sports and the snappy one liners in these types of polls? Realize that THIS is what makes the Q special!!

Beer

#124 | 128 days ago

kramer (+)

DeeRigga wrote:

I can easily answer your question, it's because too many people are trying to make a "mods vs. users" argument.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#125 | 128 days ago

(Edited by DeeRigga)
kramer wrote:

I can easily answer your question, it's because too many people are trying to make a "mods vs. users" argument.

Really!! Why? No mod ever bothered me before...besides, somebody's gotta watch the kids at summer camp!

Well, if they choose to fuss, I'm gonna let them...I'm done with this one! It's 'Beer and Percoset' time! The knee is a little sore from a workout, and I like looking at melting Blue Jays on my front lawn on a summer's day!

Somebody buzz me when we got a good poll to trip on! BTW...I Love You Guys...all of ya...ya can't can't find this kinda love anywhere!!

Beer

#126 | 128 days ago

DeeRigga wrote:

Thanks for the perspective, Dee.

Beer

#127 | 128 days ago

ChristiSunshine wrote:

Thanks for the perspective, Dee.

Aww YW Christi...you can also get a

too!

Beer

#128 | 128 days ago

fI3RyBaLlS (+)

F***.. By the time i finished scrolling down i completely forgot what this poll is about.... Gotta go get some mooserly love...

Power to the People

#129 | 128 days ago

Raven73 (+)

DeeRigga wrote:

Thank you.

I love Facebook

#130 | 128 days ago

LadyWolf_41 wrote:

I don't bond over DABS...those men are unrealistic and gross! GO TOTD!!! LOL

These 2 posts are why I can tell you're one of the cool ones.

Mooser, I have to agree with the goosestepping picture. "reserve the right to police the community as they see fit" -sounds very scary and you just might watch out for the troops at your door with the twin crooked s's on the lapel. However, this is not a democracy and like many have said, if we want to play here, we've got to do it by their rules. We do have the freedom to find other sites if we so choose.

Oh and thank God someone was here to help HeatherJoy discover the difference between a link she doesn't have to click on and avatars which pop up everywhere. I myself love to see beautiful women, but have never used such an image as an avatar. I don't want to attract other men, either.

I believe to be clear they should use the term, "Keep it TV-14".

#131 | 128 days ago

nader2009 (+)

Ok get back to wall I am liking it,specially the option that shows who liked this comment (wink)

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#132 | 128 days ago

I_Bleed_Purple wrote:

These 2 posts are why I can tell you're one of the cool ones.

I believe to be clear they should use the term, "Keep it TV-14".

It wasn't ever that I didn't know the diffrence. My original statement in response to the totd possibly being gone (that I don't understand what it has to do with sports) got slammed and the whole point I was making to begin with was over-looked, and I ended up having to defend my ideals on all fronts and bringing to light both items and my personal opinions of them. Sorry no revelations were made on my part, it's just someone re-phrased what I was originally trying to get at. Guess a man had to put it in man-speak for some to understand my point of view... note the words point of view, not can-we-please-change-it. It still boils down to respect. I have maintained respect for those who choose to use/view. Wether we like it or not, want it or not, and admit it or not, children do visit here with and without their parents. Not once did I ever ask, request, or mention that anything should be changed, removed, denied, or censored.

I'm sorry I'm not 21 or cutsie and will say whatever might appease the majority. I'm sorry it bothers some that I'm a parent that wants to share the sports history, trivia, quizes and love for the game that is present here with my child. I'm sorry that I choose to maintain a certain point of view regarding the use/submission of certain body parts on a sports site. I'm sorry I'm not demure and complacant and prefer to state my point of view. I've respected others' point of views, please just return the respect that my point of view is I don't appreciate them nor understand what place they have with sports.

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#133 | 128 days ago

I don't much care for the wall, but I will learn to deal with it.

Beer

#134 | 127 days ago

(Edited by I_Bleed_Purple)
HeatherJoy777 wrote:

Okay. Um Can you repeat the part of the stuff where you said all about uuhhh, things? - (Homer Simpson)

I don't disrespect your opinion. I'm just afraid of the slippery slope and I think everyone should be more inclusive and tolerant is all I'm saying.

#135 | 127 days ago

HeatherJoy777 wrote:

Have you seen a football or basketball game? Boys will be boys, You know when I'm talking to someone or someone has given me a thumbs up and has a women as thier pic. I just laugh and usually tell them how cute they are (meaning the sender) . I'm sorrry it bothers you so badly I really am. But there are far worse things to fret over.

Beer

#136 | 127 days ago

Poli_ (+)

WOW! I can't believe there is a "FanIQ: please stop unethical business practices" group in Facebook. When did we become the bad guys?!?!

Power to the People

#137 | 127 days ago

Beaneaters (+)

cubsgirl wrote:

I'm still trying to fiqure out what the hell this wall is? And why is my scoreboard gone from the top? I need a zanax.

it is spelled Xanax, I believe and get two....

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#138 | 127 days ago

IrishGirl1 (+)

Wow. WTF have I signed up for? You people need to call Dr. Phil or something.

Power to the People

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#140 | 127 days ago

IrishGirl1 (+)

what's a poor quality?

Power to the People

#141 | 127 days ago

Pat (+)

IrishGirl1 wrote:

what's a poor quality?

It's a button people press when they disagree with something you say, but don't have the balls to comment back to you. It was originally intended to reduce spam and offensive comments, because if a comment gets voted "Poor Quality" 4 times, it gets hidden... but people abuse the hell out of it, and now they just PQ something because they don't like someone, disagree with what they say, or if it just hits a little too close to home and they're in denial.

#142 | 127 days ago

IrishGirl1 (+)

Pat wrote:

Wow. In that case, i'll probably get a few because I usually speak my mind.

Power to the People

#143 | 127 days ago

Beaneaters wrote:

it is spelled Xanax, I believe and get two....

Well however you spell it,I'll be right there.lol.

Beer

#144 | 126 days ago

Welcome IrishGirl1, too bad about Air McNair. Bummer that when I first saw your name I thought it meant you might be a Notre Dame fan.

Welcome, anyway. I'm not sure why, but many people don't take change well and there's been some changes on this site, how it works, how it's laid out, etc. It'll calm back down soon, I'm sure. Usually everyone seems to get along on here just fine, despite their differences in team and sports rivalries.

#145 | 126 days ago

IrishGirl1 (+)

I_Bleed_Purple wrote:

Welcome IrishGirl1, too bad about Air McNair. Bummer that when I first saw your name I thought it meant you might be a Notre Dame fan.

Not a Notre Dame fan. I'm just Irish. I hope it doesn't calm down too soon. I've been wanting to kick back with a Guinness and enjoy the show...

j/k

Power to the People

#146 | 126 days ago

IrishGirl1 wrote:

Not a Notre Dame fan. I'm just Irish. I hope it doesn't calm down too soon. I've been wanting to kick back with a Guinness and enjoy the show...

j/k

Ah, someone who feeds on drama, huh? We'd better watch out for you, you just might be a pot stirrer.

Irish desent or "from" Ireland? (I've found Irish lasses to be quite fetching, even if they're Tenn fans.)

#147 | 126 days ago

IrishGirl1 (+)

(Edited by IrishGirl1)
I_Bleed_Purple wrote:

My grandparents on my mom's side got off the boat from Ireland, Great-grands on my dads side. Even though I'm American made, I'm 100% Irish. And I don't stir the pot on purpose. I just say what I mean and mean what I say...and I'm pretty blunt about it. Sometimes people get their panties in a wad about it.

Power to the People

#148 | 125 days ago

Pat wrote:

All excellent points. The last time I checked, this site was free. It's not like anyone is paying a membership fee so be appreciative of the time and effort people put into the site. Not everything is going to be perfect but at least they are trying to make things better. For all the endless entertainment we have gotten out of the Q, the least we can all do is be patient and understanding while the site grows.

#149 | 125 days ago

IrishGirl1 wrote:

I like her already!

#150 | 125 days ago

HULL_17 (+)

things are always changing on the Q wether or not you no it and or even like it for that matter....so i guess all that there is to say is get used to it or get over it or if you even feel that strongly and you don't like it that much....leave...nobody is stopping you!!

other

#151 | 125 days ago

woody050681 (+)

(Edited by woody050681)
I leave you guys for a week and all hell breaks loose!! I'm glad to be back!!!

Beer

#152 | 124 days ago

Shivaprakash (+)

i love facebook.

I love Facebook

#153 | 124 days ago

BikerBaby (+)

I'm so happy that I'm being followed & now there's a wall !!!!! How the He!! am I suppost to escape !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great Wall Of China

other

#154 | 124 days ago

Crazy4Boston (+)

Pat wrote:

This is EXACTLY the kind of attitude that drives people away. Believe me, I am not the first and I won't be the last to delete their account.
People attempt to voice their opinions and some smart-ass comes along and tries to completely shut them down with their special little 1, 2, 3 points. Wow. Bravo.

I've been with the Q for well over a year now, so don't throw me in with those who have only been here a few months.
No, I wasn't here when the Q first started, but it was a lot better a year ago than what I've seen lately.

I do make my own contributions with polls, if I happen to see one similar to mine, I delete it. If I try to make a poll and keep with a certain theme, I get criticized for it. How is that helping me at all? It doesn't. It just makes me not want to create polls. No, I'm not one of the more notable people on this site, but some people still treat me like I've only been here for 2 months.
I've had my own polls ripped off, but that doesn't count for anything.

Furthermore, I do contact mods when I have an issue. Some have been resolved. Others, I never got a response on.

For being a "social" website, the only time anyone seems to be social is when you agree with them.
I do spend the majority of my time in the Locker Room because I enjoy it, but what's the point anymore? All the polls end up like this. People having an opinion and then being made a fool of for voicing it.
I may only be one of thousands of members on this site, but I know I'm not the only person who's been made to feel this way.

For those who gave me a smart or a bold to my previous post: Thank you

To my PQ'ers: Suck it.

To everyone else: Respond, PQ, whatever.

other

#155 | 124 days ago

Pat (+)

I'm not trying to shut down your opinion. I'm merely clarifying things that you stated as facts but are not true. You are blaming it on a group of people who only are trying to help, and people constantly throw it in their faces. It's pretty BS, if you ask me.

Moderators don't decide on changes for the whole site. They just make sure everyone follows some pretty simple rules, and they try to help people whenever they can. In the end, however, they are users just like you, and they have to get used the the changes just like you. There's no reason to be hostile towards them.

And I never tried to say you were new on the site. Not sure where you got that idea, but this is another example of people getting too defensive and taking it out on the wrong people. I'm only trying to give suggestions to you AND everyone else who might feel the same.

#156 | 124 days ago

It's too late.....she's gone....

Power to the People

#157 | 124 days ago

Anthonyg7575 (+)

topnach wrote:

I had to grab me a beer to read all this. Good stuff here

A beer? I had to grab a case.....one just ain't gonna cut it....

Power to the People

#158 | 124 days ago

Anthonyg7575 wrote:

A beer? I had to grab a case.....one just ain't gonna cut it....

I just grabbed my bottle. of woodford.

Beer

#159 | 124 days ago

Anthonyg7575 (+)

I'm ready....

Power to the People

#160 | 124 days ago

suedon70 (+)

All I have to say is good riddance to idiots on here who constantly complain about insignificant changes made to the Q......

I have been on here longer than most of the complainers and i LOVE the site regardless of the changes. Sometimes the changes are head-scratchers, but all in all i believe the changes have been for the better.

Oh, and if you don't like the TOTD or the DABS, just don't click on the link......duh..........................

Beer

#161 | 123 days ago

Who said we did click on them... and even then it still doesn't keep those things from popping up with comments the friends might leave (which now get automatically thrown onto our homepages including the thumbnail that corresponds to whatever article or photo they comment on)........... no way to avoid those.... duh......

other

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#163 | 123 days ago

HULL_17 wrote:

i can gurantee you that pat knows more about what he's talking about than you do....and like i have said before...things are always changing on the Q wether or not yu know it and or even like it or for that matter...so i guess all that there is to say is get used to it get over it or if you feel that strongly....LEAVE NOONE IS STOPPING YOU!!

She left yesterday.

Beer

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#165 | 123 days ago

bwfc2good4u (+)

As much as I loved how things were months ago I still love it now...change happens and I'll bet if we're all still here a year from now no-one will be able to remember how faniq used to look. I don't like change but I can adapt to it after having a bit of a sulk and kicking something

#166 | 123 days ago

IrishGirl1 (+)

I'm sorry if this is in poor taste...or poor quality as I've learned some of you like to call it, but this thread is HIGHLY entertaining.

Power to the People

#167 | 123 days ago

(Edited by RichyMcWiggleSr)
I'm not taking any side on this for now but ...

I find it interesting how the Enforcement of "bikini" pics, very similar to the s*** I run by everyday at the beach, and much like the crap I see even in commercials, went from being a mandate of Ty, to "Specifically Mentioned" in the COC or wherever, to being "Up to the Mods Discretion."

The COC actually backs up what Moose wrote ... except the Mods "Discretionary" ability to moderate. Why don't you Mods simply take the stance: "We as Mods don't want that material Fn up our 'sports' site?" Guarantee it'd go over with the fan community much better ... even easier to accept, since y'all are already very respected around here.

Stating the verbage is there to "ban" those types of photos explicity is inaccurate. Nudity and images unacceptable for TV are definately mentioned, however I keep having to change the channel every other week when they show the rerun of the 100 Greatest Bikini Moments of All Time (or whatever it's called) <~~~~~After the 8th time it came on mind you ... and "Girls Next Door," one of the most braindead shows of all-time seems to be geared towards nothing but pushing the limits of what's acceptable (For the record: I don't have cable ... never enjoyed it enough).

other

#168 | 123 days ago

On a side note:

I've seen a Mod say this a few times, "Instead of creating a poll about it, why not message a Mod?" or something to that extent.

In reality, FanIQ is merely a Sports Blogging Site, but Amped up a bit. Common practice on such sites is to establish a B-ing Section, where the conversations can be easily differentiated between "Site Improvement" and "Moderation."

FanIQ has a LockerRoom. It's great, but it should be expected, by ALL, that conversations on those two topics will pop here until another section presents itself.

BTW - Some things that are B-ed about in polls like this, aren't necessarily sent directly to a Mod, because "the masses" tend to want to know what "Mr. Yuck Yuck" thinks. Just human nature. As much as you can keep requesting for individuals to stop this, many can turn right around and say "Just deal with it ... it's not against the COC."

So ... with that said, I'll message a Mod (though I'd rather it just be read here), that I'd like for another section to be created ... in the same Tool Bar as the LockerRooom, but geared towards issues that involve the site and it's moderators .... where polls like this can be created ... that way Mods don't have to Sift through all their emails to determine which are personal and which are "suggested site fixes."

other

#169 | 123 days ago

Pat (+)

RichyMcWiggleSr wrote:

I'm not taking any side on this for now but ...

I find it interesting how the Enforcement of "bikini" pics, very similar to the s*** I run by everyday at the beach, and much like the crap I see even in commercials, went from being a mandate of Ty, to "Specifically Mentioned" in the COC or wherever, to being "Up to the Mods Discretion."

The COC actually backs up what Moose wrote ... except the Mods "Discretionary" ability to moderate. Why don't you Mods simply take the stance: "We as Mods don't want that material Fn up our 'sports' site?" Guarantee it'd go over with the fan community much better ... even easier to accept, since y'all are already very respected around here.

Stating the verbage is there to "ban" those types of photos explicity is inaccurate. Nudity and images unacceptable for TV are definately mentioned, however I keep having to change the channel every other week when they show the rerun of the 100 Greatest Bikini Moments of All Time (or whatever it's called) <~~~~~After the 8th time it came on mind you ... and "Girls Next Door," one of the most braindead shows of all-time seems to be geared towards nothing but pushing the limits of what's acceptable (For the record: I don't have cable ... never enjoyed it enough).

I find it interesting how the Enforcement of "bikini" pics, very similar to the s*** I run by everyday at the beach, and much like the crap I see even in commercials, went from being a mandate of Ty, to "Specifically Mentioned" in the COC or wherever, to being "Up to the Mods Discretion."

You're referring to like 3 different issues right now. The only reason it doesn't sound consistent is because you're being inconsistent and picking and choosing what you want to hear.

And just so you know, the goal of FanIQ isn't to emulate those braindead shows you're referring to. We'd like to think that we can do better.

#170 | 123 days ago

Pat wrote:

If you interpreted everything I wrote you'd have seen we actually agreed on something.

To respond to your first illegitimate paragraph I can only say, See Also: Comments 75, 83, 108, 113, 120, and 122.

For the record (to any readers), however, you were the only one to point out the one and only argument needed to end the conversation.

*****This message was brought to you by the Producers of the Gameshow: "I Don't Wanna Read Awl Dat S*** B****!" For your participation you've won a free trip to the top of the page, where all of your expenses and travel wll be paid for until Yesterday! Congratulations!*****

other

#171 | 123 days ago

Power to the People

#172 | 123 days ago

Stewert21 (+)

Everyone else seems to be throwing in their two cents, so I'll get in on the fun.

I remember discovering this site about 4-5 years ago, came back a few times, didn't think much of it. Then about a year ago I came back and thought that a great job had been done in remaking it. A few months ago though I felt like I needed to take a break for awhile as the site began to evolve again

Now I returned two nights ago and my eyes hurt. Outside of the profile box in the upper right of the home page still, I have a hard time navigating to anything on the front page. It is WAY too long. I shouldn't have to scroll down as far as you have to on this page to get to anything. The right side of the page is wasted by being left blank.

I like that everyone behind the scenes here is always trying to make things better, but I think taking a step back and having a closer look would definitely help in remodeling plans once in awhile.

#173 | 122 days ago

mrturk (+)

I like my egg salad with chopped green olives and pimento, please. And Miracle Whip, light.

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#174 | 122 days ago

d29point9 (+)

Has anyone else noticed that at the bottom of this page, all the "Polls you might like" are TOTD polls?!?

Beer

#175 | 122 days ago

Dodge#9 (+)

LadyWolf_41 wrote:

I have Xanax!!! <hands Xanax to cubsgirl>

jealous

Beer

#176 | 122 days ago

Dodge#9 (+)

Remind me never to get sick again. I missed some good stuff, and damn most of it was indirectly my fault.

Beer

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#178 | 122 days ago

HeatherJoy777 wrote:

Oh look.... dodge just proved my point exactly.... just how am I supposed to avoid things when people don't have enough respect to keep them where they belong.

Ya know, you didn't have to post that pic. You could've made your point by simply mentioning the name of their distasteful issues. That was very inconsiderate and not something I'd hope to see a moderator do. Bad form ol sport.... bad form.

I totally understand your concern, but in his defense, that magazine is out in the open at grocery stores and book stores, and Wal Mart and Target type stores. That is just a girl in a bikini, you see that when you go to the beach or lake. How much can you really keep your child from seeing?

Beer

#179 | 122 days ago

I'm not sure which beach you're at, but the ones I've been to I've never seen a woman holding her bikini bottom so low it's less than an inch from exposing their pubic region. And I don't know where you shop, but where I do when those come out they're merchandised where other mags cover the picture and just the title is visible. Either way, he's a moderator, and still posted the photo in a place no one would expect to stumble across it. It wasn't necessary to add it to make a point. I expect more of someone who's been gifted with the responsibility of serving the members, and policing the community. It was a disrespectful jab at me and my ideals and did nothing to to prove that half naked women belong with sports. I voiced my opinion without stooping that low. So I'm done with this poll and thread. Y'all feel free to bash me as you like, at least I hold some morals and try to keep things safe and friendly for all ages because once again wether you want to admit it or not kids come here and I feel it's poor judgement to place them here.

other

#180 | 122 days ago

mooser58 (+)

HeatherJoy777 wrote:

You really should change beaches then.....

SI sends that issue out to every major supermarket in the country...not to mention newsstand, mall bookstore, etc. Unless you shop at a church, there is no way they cover up the front of SI, even if it is that issue. And FANIQ members must be at least 13 and kids these days have seen and do see much worse than that. If as a parent you are worried than you need to be a better one and not allow your kids on this site. Saying that it was a disrespectful jab at you and your ideals and that it did nothing to prove your point is also untrue because it DOES show that one of the premier sports magazines in the world even allows it.

other

#181 | 122 days ago

Power to the People

#182 | 122 days ago

Michael G wrote:

I got to say---this is one of the most entertaining polls you posted. lol ---Not bad stinkin Giants fan.

Beer

#183 | 122 days ago

kteacher wrote:

I got to say---this is one of the most entertaining polls you posted. lol ---Not bad stinkin Giants fan.

Now don't you dare make this about sports!!...the Q is in a transition stage and we need to tone it down abit..Nerd-Girl Dodger fan

Power to the People

#184 | 122 days ago

Michael G wrote:

Now don't you dare make this about sports!!...the Q is in a transition stage and we need to tone it down abit..Nerd-Girl Dodger fan

Fine fine fine....clown face.

Beer

#185 | 122 days ago

kteacher wrote:

Fine fine fine....clown face.

OOOO good one. Hey Moderators this poopy-head called me a clown-face...The "COC" says in fine print that name-calling and foul language are not permitted...

....

Power to the People

#186 | 122 days ago

(+)

I'm too new here to know the new "Q" from the old, but I'm not really fond of the wall. I did get a poll flagged yesterday that had a slightly suggestive innuendo for a title, but the question was related to baseball. I have actually read far worse in many, many comments that are still around today, but oh well. I didn't agree with the flag, so I sent a message to a moderator (Anthonyg7575), who responded immediately. No problem with the mods at all from me, but a little loosening up by some people wouldn't hurt a bit.

#187 | 122 days ago

NMboyzfan (+)

Dangit, that is my comment above. How come it didn't put it with my avatar???

Beer

#188 | 122 days ago

mooser58 wrote:

You really should change beaches then.....

Thanks for saying that. I have never seen an SI Swimsuit Edition covered up in a store. And um...hello girls wear thongs at all kinds of beaches. Maybe some people don't frequent the beach at all. And I am pretty sure I have seen low cut bikini's on t.v.....

Beer

#189 | 122 days ago

kramer (+)

Michael G wrote:

OOOO good one. Hey Moderators this poopy-head called me a clown-face...The "COC" says in fine print that name-calling and foul language are not permitted...

....

*sigh*
Kids these days....

Egg Salad Sandwiches!!!

#190 | 122 days ago

Michael G wrote:

OOOO good one. Hey Moderators this poopy-head called me a clown-face...The "COC" says in fine print that name-calling and foul language are not permitted...

....

I was only referring to your avatar.

Beer

#191 | 122 days ago

Is this the part where the DJ cuts to Kumbaya, and the background is changed to a bunch of hippies playing duck duck goose in a flower patch???

other

#192 | 122 days ago

kteacher wrote:

I was only referring to your avatar.

ummmm...I know....

Power to the People

#193 | 122 days ago

HeatherJoy777 wrote:

Wow...I just woke up from that Beer & Percoset binge...Is this still a discussion? HeatherJoy777, with all due respect to your thoughts and idealisms for this here site...but when you start bad mouthing women who like to hold their bikini bottoms a bit too low and half-bukked nekkid women in sports, I have GOT to step in and say one thing...

What's wrong wit dat?

Really now...WHAT IS WRONG WITH THAT?

Beer

#194 | 122 days ago

Cali_Kat wrote:

AMEN!! And that should have been a SMART instead of FUNNY...That's right, I marked it!!
VERY SMART, Cali!!

Beer

#195 | 122 days ago

DeeRigga wrote:

AMEN!! And that should have been a SMART instead of FUNNY...That's right, I marked it!!
VERY SMART, Cali!!

Thanks Dee...for the funny even though you meant Smart!! LOL....

Beer

#196 | 121 days ago

Crazy4Boston wrote:

Dayum RedSox fans...u really need to learn to control that attitude!

I can't BELIEVE you used FURTHERMORE in this tirade!!

LOLOLOL

Beer

#197 | 121 days ago

Dirtydan (+)

I was going to "like" ur poll at first then i realized it had 69 thumbs up so why mess that up

Beer

#198 | 121 days ago

d29point9 (+)

Man, THIS poll got it all, lol. People flirting with each other, people arguing with each other.......The Clown did GOOD!!

LMAO....

Beer

#199 | 121 days ago

mooser58 (+)

mooser58 wrote:

AWESOME!!! Despite the six people who PQ'd this, and may I state for the record never took me up on the offer to discuss with them what was so poor quality about this in private, this has become MY TOP COMMENT on my profile. So it shall live on as a slap in the face of the six of you who did not have the sack to see the truth in the statement. The offer still stands, message me in private to discuss what is so poor quality about this comment...but I have a feeling I will be waiting a long, long time.

Thanks Mike aka. The Crazy Clown for this poll....every time I look at MY TOP COMMENT I will be reminded of it.

other

#200 | 121 days ago

mooser58 wrote:

You too? Same thing for me...this has been an awesome experience, and I'd like to thank the crew, Moose, Clown-Boy, my Mom, MJ, Elvis, and all of you who supported me on this poll...Thank you!

Wow...somebody just cued the orchestra...

Beer

#201 | 120 days ago

kramer wrote:

That stuff can f- a person up!

Michael Jackson took 10-40 per night. Enough said.

#202 | 120 days ago

(Edited by chicachericola)
+12 You really should change beaches then.....

SI sends that issue out to every major supermarket in the country...not to mention newsstand, mall bookstore, etc. Unless you shop at a church, there is no way they cover up the front of SI, even if it is that issue. And FANIQ members must be at least 13 and kids these days have seen and do see much worse than that. If as a parent you are worried than you need to be a better one and not allow your kids on this site. Saying that it was a disrespectful jab at you and your ideals and that it did nothing to prove your point is also untrue because it DOES show that one of the premier sports magazines in the world even allows it.

Enter the poll to see my answer

(that reply was supposed to be attached to this, makes a hell of a lot more sense that way lol!)

Thank you!!

It irritates me more than anything when people think that society is responsible for raising their kids. If I wanted to be a parent, i would. I choose not to be, so why should I be punished because you can't be responsible for parenting your child? I have godchildren, nieces and nephews. When it's Auntie time, you're damn right i'm on top of what they are looking at one the internet. I put the parental controls on the computer and the TV. Even then i'm keeping a close eye on what they are doing (these kids are crafty now days!). Most importantly, I leave the moral lessons to their parents and respect the ones that they have instilled in their children. Because their parents talk to them and teach them about the rights and wrongs of things, when they do come across something questionable, the kids know how to handle it. It's called parenting, people have had to do it for centuries and just because we are a more open culture doesn't make it any different from any other era. Can you imagine the uproar when a kid saw a skirt above the knee *gasp*, it's the same as seeing a bikini bottom now.

#203 | 120 days ago

Of course ...

Unlike Facebook, this Wall is so much better! Everytime I logon I get to see all the "amazing" s*** I posted the last time I was on, which is a good thing, because, like most people, I seem to not pay attention to myself and this way I don't have to ... I can just come back a few hours later and figure out what I did. And, thank heaven it doesn't pay attention to me when I say "Stop Following" because there's no way I could've meant it for more than say 12 hours!

Oh, and a plus is that we've got that Fn bubble up top to message people, and like a freshman at prom you're bound to get Fd if you try to use it! (one of the coolest features I've seen on a website, but also the most unreliable!)

And ... you're not reading this ... one mustn't speak of the site in Polls :)

other

#204 | 120 days ago

Pat (+)

RichyMcWiggleSr wrote:

Yeah... that's a bit annoying. If it deletes your message, hit Ctrl+Z and it brings it back. Sorry about that, though.

#205 | 120 days ago

Pat wrote:

Yeah... that's a bit annoying. If it deletes your message, hit Ctrl+Z and it brings it back. Sorry about that, though.

Ctrl-Z works on that??? F me!!! All I do is hotkeys and it didn't even cross my mind!

other

#206 | 118 days ago

Dodge#9 (+)

HeatherJoy777 wrote:

I guess Roger Goodell need to ban these from the NFL then

And while your at it, you might want to tell the WBA to get rid of ring girls.

My point is good looking ladies are EVERYWHERE!!!! in sports and your point that they don't belong is 100% ridiculous!!!!

Photo Source: New England Patriots swimsuit shoot 2009

Beer

#207 | 118 days ago