Why so many newbies with so much karma? - Page 17

Fbone · 08-12-2011, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by DixieGal

The more karma that you have to spend on things in the MR catalog, the better. Right? I'm saving up for a MibileRead Flurry Flyer Snow Sled!

Did they sell out of the official 2012 MR pin-up calendar?

sabredog · 08-12-2011, 08:57 PM

Time to unleash my karmakaze drones whilst I eat my weetbix.....

DixieGal · 08-12-2011, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Fbone

Did they sell out of the official 2012 MR pin-up calendar?

They still have most of the Llounge Bbunny edition. We should have opted for clothes when they offered us "clothing optional."

Stitchawl · 08-12-2011, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Jcas

I agree totally, this site is fantastic, but spoilt by its karma system.

I find 'karma' rather enjoyable. It has no other meaning than 'fun.' You can't 'do' anything 'with' it other than enjoy it. It doesn't hurt anyone.

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Originally Posted by khalleron

So, something is going on -

I think it must be the second shooter on the grassy knoll...

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Originally Posted by beppe

Yes something is going on. Definitely. There are people playing a game and having fun with it.

Karma for that, my friend!

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Originally Posted by khalleron

Could be the sockpuppets trying to cover their tracks, as well.

Nah... They are all over in Area 57 with the aliens.

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Originally Posted by DixieGal

I'm a karma whore. Feel free to practice giving various amounts of karma to me.

Karma for Dixie! A well placed whore is a delight indeed!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fbone

Did they sell out of the official 2012 MR pin-up calendar?

I traded some of my karma for photos from the Pet thread.
I really find THIS thread somewhat absurd. Are people so worried that others might have more karma than they do? The Mods do a wonderful job of keeping this place comfortable and friendly. Why look for more problems?

Stitchawl's sockpuppet

PeterT · 08-12-2011, 09:49 PM

Can I just say

Quote:

Karma Karma Karma Karma Karma Chameleon
You come and go
You come and go
Loving would be easy
if your colours were like my dreams
Red, gold and green
Red, gold and green

elcreative · 08-12-2011, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by PeterT

Can I just say

No... oh damn, you just did...

elcreative · 08-12-2011, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Stitchawl

... Why look for more problems?

Stitchawl's sockpuppet

Oh come on, isn't that one of the primary purposes of regular posting...

VydorScope · 08-12-2011, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by elcreative

No... oh damn, you just did...

Dang it, you were to slow on the draw!

elcreative · 08-12-2011, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by VydorScope

Dang it, you were to slow on the draw!

No, just the keys...

JSWolf · 08-12-2011, 11:32 PM

Someone decided to start a Karma swap thread and that basically was the death of Karma.

sabredog · 08-12-2011, 11:38 PM

Seeing the triumphant return of our great Aussie Tour de France champion, Cadel Evans, on the news last night reminded me of our popular refrain for sporting heroes (with a slight twist)...

"Karma Aussie, Karma, Karma....!!"

BuddyBoy · 08-13-2011, 12:37 AM

I'm sure I'll come across as something between a Scrooge and a wet blanket, but I'm not a big fan of Karma, Post Counts, Member Since, etc. It seems people use these, in all honesty, meaningless metrics to stratify themselves, form cliques, and build pseudo authority. Trust me, there are many folk on forums who've been members for ever, or have a huge post count, and have no idea what they're talking about. In fact, some of us old-timers are so used to doing things in a certain way that we'll tell new folks "you're doing it wrong," when in fact they're doing it the right "new" way, that we have yet to learn.

A couple of systems I've used have had the option for individual members to disable karma. I choose to do so when possible, but that's just my personal preference.

HarleyB · 08-13-2011, 12:52 AM

Well after reading this thread I have to add that I like the karma system - not so much the numbers but maybe that's just because my number is relatively small!
What I really do enjoy is reading the comments that I have been left by those who gave me karma. Whether it's to know that someone somewhere enjoyed my feeble attempts at humour or maybe I somehow managed despite my own inexperience to help another newbie with their problem.

It's just nice to know that your post was appreciated.

Stitchawl · 08-13-2011, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by HarleyB

What I really do enjoy is reading the comments that I have been left by those who gave me karma. Whether it's to know that someone somewhere enjoyed my feeble attempts at humour or maybe I somehow managed despite my own inexperience to help another newbie with their problem.

It's just nice to know that your post was appreciated.

Karma for a well spoken comment!

Stitchawl

beppe · 08-13-2011, 05:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JSWolf

Someone decided to start a Karma swap thread and that basically was the death of Karma.

Absolutely, Jon.

Once more you are right on target.
Karma is dead.
Nobody talks about it.
Nobody shares it.
Dead and forgotten.

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08-12-2011, 08:57 PM	#242
sabredog Geographically Restricted Posts: 2,630 Karma: 14933353 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Perth, Australia Device: Sony PRS-T3, Kindle Voyage, iPad Air2, Nexus7v2	Time to unleash my karmakaze drones whilst I eat my weetbix.....

08-12-2011, 11:32 PM	#250
JSWolf Resident Curmudgeon Posts: 80,782 Karma: 150249619 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Roslindale, Massachusetts Device: Kobo Libra 2, Kobo Aura H2O, PRS-650, PRS-T1, nook STR, PW3	Someone decided to start a Karma swap thread and that basically was the death of Karma.

08-12-2011, 11:38 PM	#251
sabredog Geographically Restricted Posts: 2,630 Karma: 14933353 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Perth, Australia Device: Sony PRS-T3, Kindle Voyage, iPad Air2, Nexus7v2	Seeing the triumphant return of our great Aussie Tour de France champion, Cadel Evans, on the news last night reminded me of our popular refrain for sporting heroes (with a slight twist)... "Karma Aussie, Karma, Karma....!!"

08-13-2011, 12:37 AM	#252
BuddyBoy eBookin' Fool Posts: 310 Karma: 1008360 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Vancouver, BC Device: Kindle Paperwhite, KK, iPad (Ex Prs 505, 500, Reb1100-2150, Rocket)	I'm sure I'll come across as something between a Scrooge and a wet blanket, but I'm not a big fan of Karma, Post Counts, Member Since, etc. It seems people use these, in all honesty, meaningless metrics to stratify themselves, form cliques, and build pseudo authority. Trust me, there are many folk on forums who've been members for ever, or have a huge post count, and have no idea what they're talking about. In fact, some of us old-timers are so used to doing things in a certain way that we'll tell new folks "you're doing it wrong," when in fact they're doing it the right "new" way, that we have yet to learn. A couple of systems I've used have had the option for individual members to disable karma. I choose to do so when possible, but that's just my personal preference.

08-13-2011, 12:52 AM	#253
HarleyB Fanatic Posts: 565 Karma: 1113286 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sunshine Coast Australia Device: Kobo (RIP), iPad, iPhone 4, Kobo Touch x2, Kobo Glo	Well after reading this thread I have to add that I like the karma system - not so much the numbers but maybe that's just because my number is relatively small! What I really do enjoy is reading the comments that I have been left by those who gave me karma. Whether it's to know that someone somewhere enjoyed my feeble attempts at humour or maybe I somehow managed despite my own inexperience to help another newbie with their problem. It's just nice to know that your post was appreciated.