Message from Giovanni about RULES

[giovanni]

Hi everybody.

First of all, I am the moderator; I'm sure you never had doubts about it; I was never afraid in writing messages about what I think shouldn't be done in this forum (see my direct message about posting links a few days ago, intended for everybody of course, and a few ones weeks and months ago).

I read all your messages, even the ones that brought a thread to 20 pages (don't worry, I'm not telling you to stop).

If you have suggestions about how to 'rule' this place, please, come to me first, thanks, instead of giving 'your rules', good or bad that they are. I've been taking care of websites for about 10 years now, and never had problems in trying to let people enjoy the existance of a forum.

As already mentioned some threads ago, excitement about The Police performing at the Grammy's and rumours about a possible tour is giving everybody the chance to express an opinion, a sentiment, it's plain to see, and this place is here for this as well, together with news coming from all of you all over the world (see the information we're getting from Shigeyo in Japan, or even people in Vancouver these days...).

Go on with your messages, sometimes they might sound boring to some of the fans, but interesting for others.
Does the word 'netiquette' is part of everyone's vocabulary? I guess it is....it means a way to behave correctly, with respect, and honestly on the web, and this place is no exception.
Most important of all is the OBJECT of the thread; please, be as clear as possible, then people can choose to read it or not.
One more thing: try to write answers and messages relating to that thread you are giving replies, not to get lost on conversations.

I remind you that some members were cancelled from this forum due to their bad behaviour; it took me five minutes to decide about it, after a first and second advice to the member.

Said that, yes, this is a long message, but that's the way it has to be.

Let me know your thoughts and if you feel there's something wrong in the way we're all managing this place, I'm here to listen to suggestions.

Thanks.
Giovanni & staff

[blueseattle]

Thanks buddy.

Can I add that the excitement must be numbing everyone?

[BongoBoy]

Oakey Doaky !

No problems Gio!

...everyones a bit on edge right now, as the stars aline and the universe clicks, our beloved Police are back again.

Lets enjoy it, nothings forever.

Anybody who doesn't agree with me ..."YOU CAN GO STRAIGHT TO HE.."

...oops!...just kidding.(heh, heh)

Cheers Gio.

[sockii]

*bows to Gio's words of authority*

[Jose]

absolutly.... d'accord with you Gio! :wink:

[Divemistress of the Dark]

Well put, friend.

One tiny request: If we need to put links in the Links section, can it be made so that people can reply to those posts? Sometimes people have questions or want clarifications. Many thanks for the consideration.

[georgygirl]

Bravo Gio!

Clap, clap, clap.

You know I respect you very much.

[ceebab]

Thanks for clarifying this Gio, very helpful.

[animal]

As always thanks Gio,

also thanks to Eugenio for all his hard work in the background.

[cpriddims]

Gio..

I am sorry about the forum uproar. I apologize.

I do think I made some valid points, but of course, I am not the moderator.

I was not trying to be rude. I did put a disclaimer that I was tired and grumpy but boy did I open a can of worms!

I respect your comments. I agree this site is for all. It is just tough to get thru all the info sometimes.

I hope you can see some validity in a few of my comments.

It was wrong of me to start it as a new thread and advertise it so much.

Sincerely,

CP

[Kim]

Thank you Gio for all your hard work. We promise to play nice.

[giovanni]

>If we need to put links in the Links section, can it be made so that >people can reply to those posts?

I would sincerely avoid starting conversation on the 'links' thread as it could bring to 'loose' control on the thread, as sometimes happens on this part of the forum; here can be ok, no problem, as conversations may lead to talk about different issues (even if we should all keep them as close as possible to the thread) and more links can appear (in this case I suggest to post them as well in the links section).

Visitors interested in checking the links can easily concentrate on the suggested links on that part of the forum, without thinking they may loose some other interesting links in some replies.

Giovanni

[jedsoon]

Things must be overwhelming for you right now, Gio. Thanks for everything you do and keeping a level head thru all this excitement.

[Divemistress of the Dark]

All righty dear. No worries. Thanks for the clarification. DotD