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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
Well... that is what most of these threads should be labeled, so I decided to offer a little honesty in advertising.
Since I created this thread I have to choose something that I have a firm position on (otherwise it could be considered trolling/baiting). So... it can't be Political... Religion is a No-No... Ah, found one... since I'm a natural cynic this comic comes to mind very often (the last panel to be exact) It boggles my mind as to why people like the things they like (self proclaimed cynic) especially when it is so bad. Throw in the fake reviews on Amazon, Goodreads, and other sites (not to mention people buying fake good reviews) and it is hard to find an honest opinion these days. OK, I was disappointed on a new book from an author I like (bought instantly when I saw it). The sites mentioned above are trying to drown the pages with fake 5 star reviews, but the disappointed readers and holding their own. I understand that the publishers/authors are trying to make the most sales, but what really bothers me is that there are some people out there that actually liked it. They acknowledge the weak areas, poor plot, and logical fallacies, but still rate it a firewall 5 star review. Anybody else?
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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S2000magician Inner circle Yorba Linda, CA 3465 Posts |
You're completely wrong: this is not something new about which to argue.
It's old. Very, very old. |
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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
It's like when people order a Pizza... "I like a pizza with everything, but with no mushrooms, jalapeno's, black olives..."
It's the contradictions that get me.
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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Dannydoyle Eternal Order 21219 Posts |
The best seller list has been accused of the same thing you assert here.
My question is why does others liking something bother you so much? Who cares what others like? It seems (I know it isn't, but this is how it comes across.) A as if you want everyone to march in lock step with your opinion. People read books and all other things they do for different reasons. They have different expectations than you might so therefore it does not bother them. Why let it bother you?
Danny Doyle
<BR>Semper Occultus <BR>In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act....George Orwell |
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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
It bothers me when they contradict themselves in their reviews. Like the pizza comment above, or...
Danny I agree with your position 100% but you are wrong on how it comes across from me, and the different reasons people read books, and... People shouldn't agree (hence something new to argue about) about everything but should also not contradict their own statements. I'm a cynic so I judge books a bit harder (especially when the science doesn't add up in a heavily science'd story line) so even though the crust was doughy in the middle, and half of the toppings slid to one side, and there were tire tread marks on top of the pizza box... I still give this pizza 5 STARS! *****
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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S2000magician Inner circle Yorba Linda, CA 3465 Posts |
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On Mar 13, 2019, Mike Gainor wrote: It's the apostrophes in plurals that get me. |
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Dannydoyle Eternal Order 21219 Posts |
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On Mar 13, 2019, Mike Gainor wrote: How about the contradiction of you getting so angry when people contradict themselves, yet you want everyone to be themselves and all that? Really it is not a big deal and you are making it one. Seems odd. Do you not live with one single contradiction in your own life?
Danny Doyle
<BR>Semper Occultus <BR>In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act....George Orwell |
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tommy Eternal Order Devil's Island 16544 Posts |
Magic is a contradiction: It is but it can not be.
If there is a single truth about Magic, it is that nothing on earth so efficiently evades it.
Tommy |
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gallagher Inner circle 1168 Posts |
Good morning Mike.
I believe, 'most folks', are trying to avoid conflict. I believe 'most', don't want to offend others. Therefore...."Ahh,,.great stuff!" Secondly, I believe 'many',...simply,...'aren't sure'(!). So, instead of going out on the edge,.. and maybe 'falling',.. keep it safe. All in all, not the worst motivations(!). But,...not 'the best'. I think understanding what's happening, though, ...it's tolerable. I also find, that everyone,...everyone has 'something',.. some little nit-pick, ...that they WILL stand for. I believe this. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . What I personally find more annoying, are folks who have a 'strong opinion', on everything(!). This lack of wonder,.. moments of un-certain,.. ,..determination to determine moments.... Self-uncertainty? ,...Ego-center-racy? ...too lazy to think about things? I strive for understanding, ..good coffee, ...and 'achievment'(?). ...the coffee's here! Have a good day. gallagher p.s.: Mike, have you read any Walter Wilkenson? 'The Peep Show'. You might like it. 🙂 |
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magicfish Inner circle 7004 Posts |
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On Mar 13, 2019, S2000magician wrote: Darn! Just about to hit submit. I gotta be quicker on the draw. |
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tommy Eternal Order Devil's Island 16544 Posts |
No conflict no drama: something that magicians ought to know.
If there is a single truth about Magic, it is that nothing on earth so efficiently evades it.
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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
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On Mar 13, 2019, S2000magician wrote: It didn't have a red wavy line under it so I thought I was good
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
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On Mar 13, 2019, Dannydoyle wrote: Sure I do. I'm not talking about a single contradiction but rather multiple (layered) contradictions. So "I would like a pizza with everything, but no jalapenos " is acceptable. An ongoing list isn't. Taking a star or two off does not mean it is a bad review.
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
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On Mar 14, 2019, gallagher wrote: Oh I have no problem with those who don't want the conflict, nor the fan boys who love it no matter what. They do not contradict themselves. So "I loved it" 5***** is fine. It is the "I found the following flaws but anything below a 5 star rating is offensive, so I'm still going to rate high" crowd. Thanks for the book suggestion. Amazon has a few used ones I'm looking at.
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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Dannydoyle Eternal Order 21219 Posts |
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On Mar 14, 2019, Mike Gainor wrote: So YOU get to decide how many is too many? I get what you're saying it is just that you don't see how it comes across is my point. Also the thing that I find odd is when services ask for a review and tell you flat out anything BUT a perfect rating is going to hurt them. "We want the feedback when it is good, but not when it can help us". So it is not that I don't see your point. It just comes across a bit pretentious is all.
Danny Doyle
<BR>Semper Occultus <BR>In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act....George Orwell |
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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
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On Mar 14, 2019, Dannydoyle wrote: That is why I threw out the "I'm cynical" comment earlier. To paraphrase something you wrote in another thread " ...words have meaning" If you find fault with something it should reflect in your rating (somewhere). This is just a personal peeve of mine.
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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imgic Inner circle Moved back to Midwest to see 1336 Posts |
It’s easier to say I’ll have pizza with everything minus onions, than listing all the ingredients.
"Imagination is more important than knowledge."
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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
Sort of a cup half full / half empty kind of thing
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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Senor Fabuloso Inner circle 1243 Posts |
Gallagher, I don't want to challenge your belief system but one look at this thread, will prove most of your positive beliefs wrong. I wish they weren't though
No matter how many times you say the wrong thing, it will NEVER be right.
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Animated Puppets Loyal user Lost on a Green Screen 285 Posts |
This is my second attempt to post this (a few days ago I wrote almost all of this and it was eaten by the mousepad and backspace button), and I think we can give JoeJoe a break while I take a few hits.
After all, it... Something New to Argue About... Bad Life Choices Vs. GoFundMe I have a co-worker who has made several bad life choices. He has borrowed/asked to borrow from everyone in the office. He lives in the here and now and the future is future ******** problem. He makes at least $30K/year more than me (and I get paid well). While in college (full football scholarship) he took out student loans ($50K) for 'spending money'. He owed the IRS and they stopped tapping his pay this month and will owe again this year. He also maxed out a credit card (6 months) to $16K. Currently he owes me and 2 (one is our boss) co-workers around $10K total. He has been robbing (borrowing) Peter to Pay Paul. We (the loaners) were not aware that he also owed other people in the office. He is now trying to get a large loan (regardless of interest rate) and pay for the next 10 years if it allows him to have breathing room. Though he should be in Ramen Noodle mode, he continues to live his same lifestyle and refuses to give up anything, stating "It's only X amount". He may lose his job over this. GoFundMe. I have supported people in the past as I think it is a great way to help someone who has had a death in the family or sudden medical bills. Supporting a project is also good. However, I have noticed a lot of people creating pages asking for money for things they could have planned for or avoided. Throwing money at someone who will be in the same situation 2 months from now hardly seems practical. My niece is also guilty of doing this. She created a GoFundMe page for assistance with college tuition last year. I didn't see the point of giving money to a 3rd party when I could just give it to her directly. She did this again today, but this time it is for an apartment and a car as she is changing schools. I will get her moved and set up; being that I’m such a great Uncle, but the mindset of the younger generation (get off my lawn!) boggles my mind. So should you support someone who has, and continues to make bad life choices? Do you toss in a few buck when a little advance planning could have prevented it? I'm working with my co-worker (he’s 30 I'm 52) and trying to get him to stop digging. Well?
I still recall the day I met Beaker from the Muppets. He said to me "Meep, meep, mee mee mee Meep!", and that has made all the difference.
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