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Post by Really Red on Jul 4, 2014 13:30:56 GMT
ITA with most of the Peas. I am grateful and thankful to Admin and have no need to know who she is. Her reason is excellent. I am happy to have this board.
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purplebee
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Post by purplebee on Jul 4, 2014 13:44:24 GMT
No reason to know, let our Fairy Podmother participate as the moderator and as a pea if she so desires. At this point, I see no reason for her to inform ANYONE else about her identity. The more who know, the more likely it is that someone will blow her cover, inadvertently or not. Yes, respect for our Admin should be our first priority.
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scrapperdee
Junior Member
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Jun 27, 2014 22:13:54 GMT
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Post by scrapperdee on Jul 4, 2014 13:49:28 GMT
I mean no disrespect at all, and will await your email notification. I respect that you want anonymity, but to keep things fair, would like everyone in the community to know who you are, and hopefully, join me in appreciating your efforts! Respectfully, I disagree I like having her anonymous but reading and ready to step in any time there is a situation or anything. Admin is very active on the message board and so far the peace is being kept happily. I agree with this - Admins are Admins and should only *have* to put on the admin-hat when they need to BE the admin...otherwise, that person (or persons) should be able to join in the conversations like everyone else.
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Post by melanell on Jul 4, 2014 13:55:58 GMT
I mean no disrespect at all, and will await your email notification. I respect that you want anonymity, but to keep things fair, would like everyone in the community to know who you are, and hopefully, join me in appreciating your efforts! Respectfully, I disagree I like having her anonymous but reading and ready to step in any time there is a situation or anything. Admin is very active on the message board and so far the peace is being kept happily. I agree with this. I think she has every right to her privacy and that she should be able to post as herself without being harassed with requests/complaints every time she tries to pea. I also think it's really smart to hold off on extra moderators in the beginning. Right now everyone is being sweet & nice and we're finding our place here. No additional moderation has really been required yet that I can see. By waiting, she allows everyone to become more comfortable here and she may even decide to ask for input when the time comes to appoint a few additional people to help her moderate. If so, by giving us a chance to see what the vibe of the place is like, we can better answer any questions she may ask or give better informed opinions if she asks.
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Post by junebugz on Jul 4, 2014 13:56:45 GMT
I don't care who admins the board. It's a new home and I appreciate that someone stepped up quickly and had a new place to go! [ This!
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Post by melanell on Jul 4, 2014 13:57:15 GMT
I would respect anonymity more if I hadn't read that others knew who the moderators were. Just looking for fairness and transparency. This was an initial mistake of sorts. She signed on as herself and the peas who noticed pointed out to her that it might not be a good idea. She realized that they were right and made the change. Many of those who knew were completely random. It was whoever showed up here bright & early and saw it and the few that she invited herself to get the ball rolling. She never meant to include or exclude anyone. And I really, really hope that the few who noticed in the beginning will be kind enough not to go telling anyone else who she is.
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rodeomom
Pearl Clutcher
Refupee # 380 "I don't have to run fast, I just have to run faster than you."
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Post by rodeomom on Jul 4, 2014 14:13:08 GMT
No reason to know, let our Fairy Podmother participate as the moderator and as a pea if she so desires. At this point, I see no reason for her to inform ANYONE else about her identity. The more who know, the more likely it is that someone will blow her cover, inadvertently or not. Yes, respect for our Admin should be our first priority. I agree with this.
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admin
Chatterbox
Refupea #1 - jumping right out of the Pod and loving it!
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Location: testing testing...
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Post by admin on Jul 4, 2014 14:53:48 GMT
Hey guys, no need to jump on jamieson for asking a question. It's not an unreasonable one. Others have asked via PM and I've been happy to answer.
That said, this is as good a place as any to say it is every member's own choice to be here - or not. If anyone doesn't like how things are run, they're free to leave. I absolutely want us all to comfortable here, but that doesn't mean I will be dictated to.
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Post by myboysnme on Jul 4, 2014 15:00:36 GMT
If it makes you feel any better, OP, I was on here fairly early on and I do not even remember who she is even though I knew at the time. In fact, for a million dollars I could not tel you who she is - it went right out of my head just that quickly. All I could tell you is she is a long time, non controversial pea well known to many but not to me.
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limapea2
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Jul 2, 2014 14:50:48 GMT
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Post by limapea2 on Jul 4, 2014 15:07:33 GMT
The function of an admin is to control and monitor the board in a fair and ethical way, using the TOUs as a guide. Anyone would be alarmed if someone like enough was the admin, due to strong political leanings and the inability to trust the fairness and justice that would result. I think the history of the horrifyingly unprofessional Whites on the Two Peas boards is a good example. So far, the admin here has proven to be professional and trustworthy, so her actual identity doesn't matter.
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Post by tuva42 on Jul 4, 2014 15:09:42 GMT
I think the "I need to know because other people know and that's not fair" is a ridiculous reason. Even my kids know better than to say things like that. It sounds bratty and petulant.
The Admin opened this place out of the goodness of her heart and is putting in loads of time to run it. If she choses to do so anonymously, then she has that right.
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Deleted
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2014 15:16:40 GMT
I tried to be as kind as I could be. Me, personally I like having her anonymous. It works and I am happy. If you don't agree that's ok too it's ok to not agree with anything I say or believe. I stated an opinion and you know what they say about opinions right?
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Post by SunnySmile on Jul 4, 2014 15:19:51 GMT
Why does everything have to be "fair"? How is it harming you OP *not* to know this information? Why do you feel that it takes something away from you if you don't know this information? Why do you *need* to know who she is? (besides feeling left out, or something...)
My thoughts exactly. There are TONS of things talked about or known by peas on this board that I don't know about. That's the nature of a message board. Do you feel this same need on other message boards you may frequent? Do you demand to know exactly who the administrators there are because someone else on the board MIGHT know?
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Post by cindyupnorth on Jul 4, 2014 15:21:56 GMT
Good gravy. She's dammed if she does, and dammed if she doesn't. Leave it to the Ps to nit pick. Just let her do what she wants to do. Life isn't fair. You can't control everything.
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Post by smalltowngirlie on Jul 4, 2014 15:29:34 GMT
I absolutely want us all to comfortable here, but that doesn't mean I will be dictated to. And you should not be. You get nothing out of this except a place to share what you want to with a group you have become fond of. Thank you, Thank You, THANK YOU!! for all you have done and are doing.
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janice
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Jun 26, 2014 1:01:17 GMT
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Post by janice on Jul 4, 2014 15:31:52 GMT
It doesn't "have to be fair" . That being said, knowing this board is run by someone who seemed to be a non-controversial fairly neutral pea makes me more willing to participate. I wouldn't want this board run by someone with extreme views politically (i.e. lucyg) or religiously (I.e. jodster).
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Post by lovetodigi on Jul 4, 2014 15:36:37 GMT
I mean no disrespect at all, and will await your email notification. I respect that you want anonymity, but to keep things fair, would like everyone in the community to know who you are, and hopefully, join me in appreciating your efforts! I think we should respect her privacy.... AND we will still let her know how appreciative we are! I agree. We should respect her privacy and show her our appreciation. She has already displayed her her ability to admin and to handle issues in an outstanding, respectful way. I know that there were a few of the members that saw her name before she switched to Admin and not one left upon learning who she was. That and her operating this community for in such a professional manner, is enough for me.
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Post by Outspoken on Jul 4, 2014 15:44:10 GMT
To me, the insistence of the OP that they know who the Admin is suspect. Like the OP has an agenda.
Life isn't fair! Get over it!
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limapea2
Shy Member
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Jul 2, 2014 14:50:48 GMT
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Post by limapea2 on Jul 4, 2014 15:44:13 GMT
Admin, may I make a suggestion? Since several hundred peas already know your identity you will never be truly anonymous. Knowledge is power and unfortunately some use knowledge as tools to intimidate. Nothing grows like wildfire than a mystery. So, is it possible for you to create a new identity using a different IP address? Those who know who you are will still know but not if you post under a different ID.
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whiskerfish
Junior Member
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Jul 2, 2014 2:21:34 GMT
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Post by whiskerfish on Jul 4, 2014 15:47:28 GMT
I think one of the best ways to show our appreciation for the admin is by respecting her privacy.
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Deleted
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2014 16:25:11 GMT
Here's a situation, what if you, the OP and the Admin had bad blood between you in the past? Thing is you like being here, right? If she is fair to everyone anonymously and doesn't let the past interfere then I think we should all go the extra mile and protect her privacy.
We are having fun, right? No name calling, snide remarks etc. It's fun here without TOU that makes no sense.
OP please don't let your feelings get hurt. There are things on earth we are not meant to know. I have come to terms with it. I hope you can understand from her POV.
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Post by hop2 on Jul 4, 2014 16:27:24 GMT
I wouldn't want this board run by someone with extreme views politically (i.e. lucyg) or religiously (I.e. jodster). Wow really? Those are the peas you pick to label 'extreme'?
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Deleted
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2014 16:47:52 GMT
No worries Janice! I will tell you emphatically the admin is not me! And I so glad, because my personality is completely wrong for that job.
^^^ and hop2, it's ok. I'm sure there are many, many people who see me that way. I am who I am, and I worship Who I worship. Thank you though.
You're wrong about lucyg Janice. Way wrong. She is one of the most non-extreme, fair-minded peas out there. And she's not afraid to set you straight without being snarky, just like our dear fairy podmother. I am proud to call her my friend. ETA: And I also think she'd make a great administrator, though she'd probably tell me to, "Bite your tongue!"
*As an aside, I personally think the "extremist" label is tossed out way too easily here and elsewhere. You may find my views extreme, but I respect the right of other people to have views completely different than mine, and I seek to understand those views, as do others on this board whose views you may also find extreme. To me an extremist is a person who can only see their POV, doesn't care about the other side's rights, and seeks to silence those with whom they don't agree.*
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marybeth
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Jun 26, 2014 2:45:16 GMT
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Post by marybeth on Jul 4, 2014 16:50:08 GMT
I don't need to know who she is. She's a hero in my book, taking on a huge task of organizing and running this for us. THANKS!
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Deleted
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2014 16:52:11 GMT
And PS... Fairy Podmother, I completely agree with your position. No need for me to know whatsoever.
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linda~lou
Pearl Clutcher
Keep calm and eat crumpets
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Jun 25, 2014 21:57:08 GMT
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Post by linda~lou on Jul 4, 2014 16:57:15 GMT
Let's just enjoy this board and thank PodMom for creating it. I'm just thankful she did!
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janice
Shy Member
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Jun 26, 2014 1:01:17 GMT
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Post by janice on Jul 4, 2014 16:58:42 GMT
No worries Janice! I will tell you emphatically the admin is not me! And I so glad, because my personality is completely wrong for that job. ^^^ and hop2, it's ok. I'm sure there are many, many people who see me that way. I am who I am, and I worship Who I worship. Thank you though. You're wrong about lucyg Janice. Way wrong. She is one of the most non-extreme, fair-minded peas out there. And she's not afraid to set you straight without being snarky, just like our dear fairy podmother. I am proud to call her my friend. ETA: And I also think she'd make a great administrator, though she'd probably tell me to, "Bite your tongue!" *As an aside, I personally think the "extremist" label is tossed out here and elsewhere. You may find my views extreme, but I respect the right of other people to have views completely different than mine, and I seek to understand those views, as do others on this board whose views you may also find extreme. To me an extremist is a person who can only see their POV, and seeks to silence those with whom they don't agree.* I didn't mean equate extreme with bad. That's why I used both you and Lucy as examples.
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scrappinghappy
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“I’m late, I’m late for a very important date. No time to say “Hello.” Goodbye. I’m late...."
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Post by scrappinghappy on Jul 4, 2014 16:59:21 GMT
I don't need to know who the Fairy Podmother is. She's d oing a great job here and I respect her wish for privacy. Go admin!
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Jul 4, 2014 17:00:37 GMT
I was one of those here early that "knows" just by accident. Probably the first and only thing I've ever been privy to because I'm not really into that stuff. When it was suggested she go incognito, I saw the wisdom in it and unwittingly became part of this little club keeping the secret. But honestly... it's such happenstance for those of us in that position.
Being admin min would be such a thankless, darned-if-you-do-or-don't proposition. Just be thankful for her and stop the squabbling over every little preference for how each individual pea thinks this "ought to be" handled.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 4, 2014 17:09:26 GMT
Cool Janice!
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