[Rhodes22-list] . . . and an Open Reply... Like this, Slim

[Jack Chirch]

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-----Original Message-----
From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org
[mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of Steven Alm
Sent: Monday, May 05, 2008 6:48 PM
To: The Rhodes 22 mail list
Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Open letter to "da list" and an Open Reply...

Hey Gmail users:  I can't seem to figure out how to change the subject line.
I can start a new thread with an original msg and original subject but if
I'm replying to others' I can't change it.  Anybody?

Slim

On Mon, May 5, 2008 at 5:33 PM, Tootle <ekroposki at charter.net> wrote:

>
> You would think that those who can type so much in the Message part 
> could correctly type a few words in the subject line?
>
> Maybe Michael M could program it so that it has to be a new or 
> modified subject to post?
>
> Maybe we should have a 100 word limit on posts?
>
> Ed K
> Greenville, SC, USA
> http://www.nabble.com/file/p17071461/Florida.jpg Florida.jpg
>
>
>
> R22MikeW wrote:
> >
> >
> > To the Rhodie list,
> >
> > My reason for joining "da list" and staying on for nearly two years 
> > has been that the list generates interesting conversations about 
> > life (sailing, political, book reviews, etc.) by a great diversity 
> > of people whose only common thread is that they have been touched by 
> > the Rhodes 22 sailboat.  Some are owners, some have owned and some 
> > are looking to acquire their first Rhodes 22.  Interestingly, there 
> > is no requirement that members have any association with sailing.
> >
> > Some of the "sailing only" types have attempted to rid the list of 
> > discussions not pertaining to sailing.  While quoting the list 
> > charter clearly shows that most all topics are acceptable and 
> > breathes life into the list, I can understand why some would like to 
> > simply talk about sailing.  For those, I renew the request that we 
> > change the subject line appropriately so that filters can remove 
> > unwanted discussions.  If we
> want
> > folks like BigAl to participate,and I do, we must be more diligent 
> > about the subject line modifiers.  I appreciate all of the 
> > contributions and
> do
> > not want to send anyone to another list.  On the other hand, I do 
> > not
> wish
> > to be told to "Stay off our mailing list place" either (unless maybe 
> > by
> > MJM.)
> >
> > Finally, some discussions of late have gone well beyond the point of 
> > a "gentlemanly discussion" or even providing information (yes, 
> > unfortunately, I participated in at least one.)  I find that the 
> > level
> of
> > frustration and personal abuse has increased dramatically for 
> > several members recently.  I think that it is great to have a lively 
> > discussion about sailing or politics (factual or otherwise) but name 
> > calling never works.  I would ask that the personal attacks be 
> > limited since they do nothing except to inflame and inflict injury.  
> > It seems, from some of
> the
> > comments, that it has gotten so bad that MJM needed to step in.
> >
> > Since I joined the list, I have met several Rhodies, participated in 
> > restoration of, launch of or just assisted with their R22's and I am 
> > certain that many other members have as well. It has been rewarding 
> > and just plain fun.  I think that it's great that plans for Rhodie 
> > parties
> are
> > made and look forward to meeting and sailing with many of you.  The 
> > last thing that any Rhodie could possibly want would be to alienate 
> > a list member through bullying.  It just doesn't make sense to me.
> >
> > THINK about what you are saying and WHY before you hit the send 
> > button
> and
> > please keep the subject line accurate for the benefit of those who 
> > want
> to
> > limit their reading material.
> >
> > Mike
> > s/v Shanghai'd Summer ('81)
> > Nissequogue River, NY
> > __________________________________________________
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> >
> >
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