Ahhhhh!

[Gregg M]

I cant believe another good thread got closed in the genetics forum... I did not see a reason why the giant thread should have been closed... I mean, there were a couple of posts that got off track and mentioned breeders names... So what!!! What kind of world do we live in where we can not freely speak our minds about a breeder or the lack of genetic proof in a morph...

I do not see why when a thread gets a little heated up it is closed down... As long as no one is using foul language or picking on anyone in particular it should be left alone... If you want to warn individuals (I have been warned a time or 10.. LOL) that is perfectly fine... But please dont punish those who are contributing to the thread in a positive way...

 

[Lena]

This forum often reminds me of Canada. Always trying to keep the peace.. Good ol' discussion is often a victim.

Or in Canada's case, literature and personal beliefs.

I'm not saying it's a bad thing.. But, well.. You can't have it all.

 

[Golden Gate Geckos]

I understand. I closed the thread because it was getting out of hand with tempers flying. Just let everyone cool off for a little while and then we can re-open it. I really don't need another member telling me how to moderate this website. OK?

Sometimes I HATE being the MOGL...

 

[SaSobek]

it is because it wasnt on the genetics of giants it was on the ethics of them is why it got shut down.

that simple:main_thumbsup:

 

[supperl]

I was just stating to read the thread(starting at the end) I must second Greg here. No real point t close but than again I´m used to write in German forums and this place is my favourite cause it´s so damn peaceful here(no sarcasme).

 

[Gregg M]

I aint telling you how to moderate MOGL... LOL... Just venting... LOL

 

[Lena]

Marcia, I don't blame you, you do a wonderful job. And I wouldn't have done anything differently. But people who cause problems and let things get too personal should be individually warned and punished, as opposed to everyone involved.

Discussion and debate can happen in a civilized manner. Those who get too heated need to sit it out on the bench.. Maybe avoid such conversation.

 

[Golden Gate Geckos]

Leave me alone!!!!! Wahhhhhh!!!!! :bomb:

 

[eric]

I would like to publicly apologize in no way shape or form did I mean to bring down the post. sorry!

 

[Gregg M]

Thats ok Eric... I have done it a time or three... LOL... I dont think you brought it down by the way...

 

[KelliH]

I just want some of you to understand something. This website is run the way it is, with fairly strict TOS, for a valid reason. We don't want flame wars. Period. Some of you "old timers" I'm sure remember another forum we all used to post on and the way it was (not) moderated and how negative it could be. Threads are closed for many different reasons, but I can assure you they are good reasons and 9 times out of 10 it is to avoid negative flame wars. Many times the closed threads are re-opened once some of the posters have a cooling off period.

I know it can be frustrating but please try to keep an open mind. Thanks.

 

[Sunrise Reptile]

I think what Marcia did was totally in line, and Kelli is right. :main_yes: To be honest, I am surprised you waited as long as you did. While there is lots of very pertinent and insightful information in that thread, there were a few too many negative remarks toward someone that isn't present to give any input. Its not fair, regardless what your personal opinion is. We ALL depend on this site. And I don't mind admitting that I'd be absolutely LOST without it!

Great Moderation, and Thanks Kelli for the wealth of information these message boards provide! :main_thumbsup:

 

[thestack510]

Something told me that would be a volatile subject. Whenever a thread is closed I trust that it is for the greater good of the forum as a whole.