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Post by Aheartfeltcard on Jul 31, 2014 14:39:22 GMT
Your vote matters! The last thing I want is to grate on anyone's nerves. Thank you.
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moodyblue
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Post by moodyblue on Jul 31, 2014 14:40:58 GMT
I vote for one thread for all, with the date in the thread title. Also means no one person gets more replies than another.
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Post by tampascrapper on Jul 31, 2014 14:44:58 GMT
I vote for one thread for all, with the date in the thread title. Also means no one person gets more replies than another. Yep I agree with this. I am afraid I will miss someone if they are all separate.
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Post by AN on Jul 31, 2014 14:51:27 GMT
Since you offered the option , to be honest, I don't care to wish any peas happy birthday. It is, quite literally, the most common thing on the planet. I can barely remember to wish my family a happy birthday. And we really didn't do birthday threads on the old NSBR (I think we did for awhile, there was someone who kept their own list?). But, that said, I recognize the value in everyone having a day where they feel special. I think the one thread per day option is the way to go since obviously many people do want to say happy birthday. (BTW, I recognize I'm a total grinch. I also took my birthday off of Facebook because I found all the birthday wishes there very grating - the only reason these acquaintances remember is because Facebook gives them a daily list, they post the same thing to everyone's page each day - who cares, how is that thoughtful? So, as you can see, I'm probably an outlier on this topic, haha!)
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Post by Deleted on Jul 31, 2014 14:58:19 GMT
I vote for one thread for all, with the date in the thread title. Also means no one person gets more replies than another. Yep I agree with this. I am afraid I will miss someone if they are all separate. I agree. Thank you for doing this. It is so nice to have someone wish you a happy birthday and really makes their day...I do this on another board and people really enjoy it. I like the idea that everyone is on one thread there will be no hard feelings if someone gets overlooked or less birthday wishes than another...
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Post by Aheartfeltcard on Jul 31, 2014 14:58:54 GMT
Since you offered the option , to be honest, I don't care to wish any peas happy birthday. It is, quite literally, the most common thing on the planet. I can barely remember to wish my family a happy birthday. And we really didn't do birthday threads on the old NSBR (I think we did for awhile, there was someone who kept their own list?). But, that said, I recognize the value in everyone having a day where they feel special. I think the one thread per day option is the way to go since obviously many people do want to say happy birthday. (BTW, I recognize I'm a total grinch. I also took my birthday off of Facebook because I found all the birthday wishes there very grating - the only reason these acquaintances remember is because Facebook gives them a daily list, they post the same thing to everyone's page each day - who cares, how is that thoughtful? So, as you can see, I'm probably an outlier on this topic, haha!) I can't stop laughing. What you are saying is that birthdays mean nothing. While I feel like that the older I get, I am also looking for a reason to make others feel special, even on a board with people I am just getting to know. Maybe I should just send my own message..lol !
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Post by myshelly on Jul 31, 2014 14:59:05 GMT
I don't even wish my actual real life friends and family Happy Bday on FB.
I don't want to wish anyone a Happy Bday on here.
I'm here for interesting conversation.
"Happy Birthday" is not interesting conversation.
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Post by grinningcat on Jul 31, 2014 15:01:53 GMT
I kind of agree with both AN and myshelley. I reserve my salutations for people I am close to. So if I have to vote, I'd say one list because there are others who probably want to do it, but I personally do not wish to. It also means that I need to make sure my birthday is not visible on this site.
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Post by alibama on Jul 31, 2014 15:02:08 GMT
I LIKE the Birthday Messages. I do like it better where everyone is in the same post. I know I missed some of them this morning.
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Post by Aheartfeltcard on Jul 31, 2014 15:04:02 GMT
I will also tell you, that I also removed my birthday from FB !
Now I have completely shut FB down. I'm pretty cranky too.
I see 2 peas differently. But maybe not, since I didn't see our birthday thread as forced like FB. You may have changed my mind. :/
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anniebygaslight
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Post by anniebygaslight on Jul 31, 2014 15:06:40 GMT
Sorry, but the grump in me doesn't see the need for a new thread for every pea birthday.
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Post by myshelly on Jul 31, 2014 15:11:16 GMT
Where do you even get pea bdays from?
Does it show under your profile?
I always register at sites with a fake bday. Putting your name and DOB on a whole bunch of random sites seems like an exceptionally bad idea security wise.
I don't put my real bday on FB or anywhere else.
I assumed others did the same. But maybe not.
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Post by gar on Jul 31, 2014 15:11:45 GMT
I kind of agree with both AN and myshelley. I reserve my salutations for people I am close to. So if I have to vote, I'd say one list because there are others who probably want to do it, but I personally do not wish to. It also means that I need to make sure my birthday is not visible on this site. My thoughts exactly:)
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Post by anxiousmom on Jul 31, 2014 15:13:04 GMT
My personal opinion? Either do them altogether or none at all.
This is isn't usually the kind of topic that I get involved in...I probably wouldn't say anything if it hadn't just happened. I am telling saying this, not because *my* feelings were hurt, the but potential is there. I had a birthday recently, and to my knowledge, if I hadn't of mentioned a birthday outing on the "what's for dinner" thread, it wouldn't have been acknowledged here.
Now, I come from a family who makes a big deal out of birthdays so I had two full days of calls, gifts, meals and general birthday fun so not getting it here didn't impact me beyond a brief thought of "gee, someone could really take this personally." Individual threads have the potential for hurt feels....one person gets six responses, another gets none?
Anyway, take what a say with a grain of salt...
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Post by AN on Jul 31, 2014 15:13:46 GMT
I can't stop laughing. What you are saying is that birthdays mean nothing. While I feel like that the older I get, I am also looking for a reason to make others feel special, even on a board with people I am just getting to know. Maybe I should just send my own message..lol ! Nah, I think the thread is fine! You're a really sweet person! I'm just sort of a grinch about the whole thing, for me it comes off as hollow but I know people's intentions are nice. I always think we should celebrate MOMS on the kid's birthday, instead of the kid!! (Just kidding, don't hold me to that Burning Feather.)
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Post by grinningcat on Jul 31, 2014 15:13:51 GMT
Where do you even get pea bdays from? Does it show under your profile? I always register at sites with a fake bday. Putting your name and DOB on a whole bunch of random sites seems like an exceptionally bad idea security wise. I don't put my real bday on FB or anywhere else. I assumed others did the same. But maybe not. It's under your profile. For those interested in hiding their birthday, you can do so under the privacy tab.
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Post by Aheartfeltcard on Jul 31, 2014 15:18:29 GMT
The members list has a pull down menu "birthday"
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Post by Aheartfeltcard on Jul 31, 2014 15:20:48 GMT
My personal opinion? Either do them altogether or none at all. This is isn't usually the kind of topic that I get involved in...I probably wouldn't say anything if it hadn't just happened. I am telling saying this, not because *my* feelings were hurt, the but potential is there. I had a birthday recently, and to my knowledge, if I hadn't of mentioned a birthday outing on the "what's for dinner" thread, it wouldn't have been acknowledged here. Now, I come from a family who makes a big deal out of birthdays so I had two full days of calls, gifts, meals and general birthday fun so not getting it here didn't impact me beyond a brief thought of "gee, someone could really take this personally." Individual threads have the potential for hurt feels....one person gets six responses, another gets none? Anyway, take what a say with a grain of salt... Happy Belated Birthday!
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Post by BeckyTech on Jul 31, 2014 15:21:56 GMT
Where do you even get pea bdays from? Does it show under your profile? I always register at sites with a fake bday. Putting your name and DOB on a whole bunch of random sites seems like an exceptionally bad idea security wise. I don't put my real bday on FB or anywhere else. I assumed others did the same. But maybe not. It's in your profile, but you can elect not to make it public. I also use a fake BD, the only reason sites like this want one is to make sure you are of proper age for the content. I am. I believe it is a huge security risk to provide your real BD unless you need to for legal reasons (credit card, school, etc.)
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Post by Aheartfeltcard on Jul 31, 2014 15:23:16 GMT
I am going to go by the majority of the poll. For those if you who are hiding your special day well Happy Birthday I'm sorry I Am forced to miss it. Is that a hair flip ?! Lol!! Have a great day!
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Post by myshelly on Jul 31, 2014 15:24:42 GMT
I also use a fake BD, the only reason sites like this want one is to make sure you are of proper age for the content. I am. I believe it is a huge security risk to provide your real BD unless you need to for legal reasons (credit card, school, etc.) Exactly. Why do people give out real info just bc a website asks for it? THINK ABOUT IT!! Do they really need it? No. Then don't give it!
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Post by annabella on Jul 31, 2014 15:26:08 GMT
I don't care either way but it is nice to have birthday threads again.
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Post by annabella on Jul 31, 2014 15:27:28 GMT
I always register at sites with a fake bday. Putting your name and DOB on a whole bunch of random sites seems like an exceptionally bad idea security wise. I don't put my real bday on FB or anywhere else. I assumed others did the same. But maybe not. Birthdays for public figures and celebrities are all public. I use my real day and month everywhere because I get emails on that day for sales and it's just to have more happy birthday messages in my inbox. You can keep your year private or make one up.
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Post by annabella on Jul 31, 2014 15:28:44 GMT
It's in your profile, but you can elect not to make it public. I also use a fake BD, the only reason sites like this want one is to make sure you are of proper age for the content. I am. I believe it is a huge security risk to provide your real BD unless you need to for legal reasons (credit card, school, etc.) What's the security risk?
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Post by myshelly on Jul 31, 2014 15:29:16 GMT
If you make up a different bday on each site you get those coupons and specials all through the year instead of all on one day.
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Post by AN on Jul 31, 2014 15:30:24 GMT
If you make up a different bday on each site you get those coupons and specials all through the year instead of all on one day. Yes, but then you won't feel like a celebrity for the day. Or whatever. I suspect Annabella and I approach birthdays quite differently. Don't even get me started on people who have "Birthday month" celebrations.
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Post by myshelly on Jul 31, 2014 15:30:47 GMT
The security risk is that credit cards, bank accounts, etc. use DOB as one identifier. If someone had your name and your real DOB identity theft is that much easier.
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Post by LAM88 on Jul 31, 2014 15:32:12 GMT
I'm another bday grinch who doesn't having any interest in meaningless happy birthday wishes either for or from anonymous internet people. Was that too blunt?
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Post by annabella on Jul 31, 2014 15:33:38 GMT
The security risk is that credit cards, bank accounts, etc. use DOB as one identifier. If someone had your name and your real DOB identity theft is that much easier. I believe it's social security numbers because birthdays are so public. If I call my bank first I have to give my account number, then they ask for my log in pin, then ask for my birthday and last 4 of my SSS#.
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Post by myshelly on Jul 31, 2014 15:35:11 GMT
You just said your bank asks for your bday.
That's my whole point.
How can you not see that you just proved my point?
If you give out your real name and bday that is 2/3 of the info someone needs to access your bank account. Why make it so easy?
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