I was just looking over the site and happen to see the number of people that look at the post but never comment,
I was thinking why and remembered how many post I have read that I wanted to give my 2 cents but didn't. I was just wondering why we don't ask more questions or help when we know the answer, (or think we do).
The Hensons said
07:16 AM Jul 22, 2011
I wasn't going to leave a comment on this post...but you shamed me into it.
bubbadan said
07:39 AM Jul 22, 2011
The Hensons wrote:
I wasn't going to leave a comment on this post...but you shamed me into it.
Cool I was pointing five fingers at myself when I wrote the post. Don't fee bad.
tworootless said
07:57 AM Jul 22, 2011
Called 'Lurkers"
Terry and Jo said
08:13 AM Jul 22, 2011
Actually, I've been guilty of reading a lot of posts and not commenting. To my way of thinking, I am in a constant stage of learning.
Well, I thought that until recently when I happened to look under "List All Users" in the blue bar above. (I think one has to be logged in to see it all,) When I looked there I found that I was in the top five posters on the forum.
On another forum, one such as me would be considered a "post wh*ore" with being so high in the pecking order.
I guess it just goes to show that there are some people that you just can't SHUT UP!!
So, I guess I need to temper myself just a wee bit.
Terry
The Bear II said
09:38 AM Jul 22, 2011
Here's why I don't always respond.
The first thing I look at is "Recent Posts" and if the post has had more than 3 or 4 answers and the subject line catches my interest I will read it. If I feel I have something to add in addition to the already posted answers I will respond. Otherwise I just go on to the next post.
If there are less than 3 answers, no matter the subject line, I will read and respond if I have an answer or pertinent comment.
So your post, by the time I got to it, had 3 answers already, but the subject line caught my attention and after I read your post, I had something to contribute.
Bill Adams said
09:42 AM Jul 22, 2011
I have nothing to contribute so I will not be posting to this thread!
RVRon said
10:15 AM Jul 22, 2011
Probably like anything else in life... the 80/20 rule applies. 20% of the people actually do something and the other 80% stand around and watch. Except here it's probably more like 95/5!
gypsymaus said
10:29 AM Jul 22, 2011
I asked for help on another forum with regards to cleaning our coach. I received about 8 responses. I was grateful for the last 5 because the first 3 didn't work. Sometimes when you are looking for answers "2 cents" is worth a million bucks.
bubbadan said
10:32 AM Jul 22, 2011
gypsymaus wrote:
I asked for help on another forum with regards to cleaning our coach. I received about 8 responses. I was grateful for the last 5 because the first 3 didn't work. Sometimes when you are looking for answers "2 cents" is worth a million bucks.
Amen that 2 cents is worth a million bucks.
Walking Plow said
12:45 PM Jul 31, 2011
bubbadan wrote:
I was just wondering why we don't ask more questions or help when we know the answer, (or think we do).
Personally it boils down to trust. I have been flamed in the past on other forums. It will take some time to test the waters here.
That said we are very motivated to join the fulltimers and we find the comments here very encouraging.
Currently this post is at 208 views and 9 repliers. That would be almost 5 %. RVRON is right. 95/5.
NorCal Dan said
12:58 PM Jul 31, 2011
I don't normally comment unless I have first hand knowledge about the subject. I try very hard to not pass on bad information. I will share my experiences, and expertise (if I have any), but otherwise I try to learn from others posts.
I read another very busy forum, and find that people continue to post after the original question has been answered, or, they will argue over a reply someone made in response to the OP. I find myself being very careful in my wording so as to not incur the flames. Doesn't always work of course...
bubbadan said
01:36 PM Jul 31, 2011
NorCal Dan
I need a like button.
Colorado_Kid said
05:37 PM Jul 31, 2011
I don't post much because I don't know much especially when it comes to electricity. Take my advice on electricity and you may end up blowing up your RV.
gypsymaus said
05:46 PM Jul 31, 2011
bubbadan wrote:
NorCal Dan
I need a like button.
Bubbadan that is outstanding idea!
bubbadan said
05:50 PM Jul 31, 2011
gypsymaus wrote:
bubbadan wrote:
NorCal Dan
I need a like button.
Bubbadan that is outstanding idea!
Cool let's do it?
3fortheroad said
08:46 PM Jul 31, 2011
RVRon wrote:
Probably like anything else in life... the 80/20 rule applies. 20% of the people actually do something and the other 80% stand around and watch. Except here it's probably more like 95/5!
Hey RVRon you could be right, but in my opinion the 5% that reply generaly have positive and informative comments. The other 15% seem to get derailed on the topic or rant on & on.
I am going to follow NorCalDan's lead.
Ivey said
06:13 PM Aug 2, 2011
It is better to remain quiet and thought dumb than to speak up and remove all doubt????
Ira and Vicky
bubbadan said
06:44 PM Aug 2, 2011
Ira and Vicky that is very true and Abe Lincoln was a very wise man.
flyone said
11:54 AM Aug 3, 2011
I try to follow NorCal Dan's philosphly, however sometimes I goof and confirm Ivey's statement.
I was just looking over the site and happen to see the number of people that look at the post but never comment,
I was thinking why and remembered how many post I have read that I wanted to give my 2 cents but didn't. I was just wondering why we don't ask more questions or help when we know the answer, (or think we do).Cool I was pointing five fingers at myself when I wrote the post. Don't fee bad.
Actually, I've been guilty of reading a lot of posts and not commenting. To my way of thinking, I am in a constant stage of learning.
Well, I thought that until recently when I happened to look under "List All Users" in the blue bar above. (I think one has to be logged in to see it all,) When I looked there I found that I was in the top five posters on the forum.
On another forum, one such as me would be considered a "post wh*ore" with being so high in the pecking order.
I guess it just goes to show that there are some people that you just can't SHUT UP!!
So, I guess I need to temper myself just a wee bit.
Terry
The first thing I look at is "Recent Posts" and if the post has had more than 3 or 4 answers and the subject line catches my interest I will read it. If I feel I have something to add in addition to the already posted answers I will respond. Otherwise I just go on to the next post.
If there are less than 3 answers, no matter the subject line, I will read and respond if I have an answer or pertinent comment.
So your post, by the time I got to it, had 3 answers already, but the subject line caught my attention and after I read your post, I had something to contribute.
I have nothing to contribute so I will not be posting to this thread!
Probably like anything else in life... the 80/20 rule applies. 20% of the people actually do something and the other 80% stand around and watch. Except here it's probably more like 95/5!
I asked for help on another forum with regards to cleaning our coach. I received about 8 responses. I was grateful for the last 5 because the first 3 didn't work. Sometimes when you are looking for answers "2 cents" is worth a million bucks.
Amen that 2 cents is worth a million bucks.
Personally it boils down to trust. I have been flamed in the past on other forums. It will take some time to test the waters here.
That said we are very motivated to join the fulltimers and we find the comments here very encouraging.
OK, that's my two cents
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Currently this post is at 208 views and 9 repliers. That would be almost 5 %. RVRON is right. 95/5.
I read another very busy forum, and find that people continue to post after the original question has been answered, or, they will argue over a reply someone made in response to the OP. I find myself being very careful in my wording so as to not incur the flames. Doesn't always work of course...
I need a like button.
I don't post much because I don't know much especially when it comes to electricity. Take my advice on electricity and you may end up blowing up your RV.
Bubbadan that is outstanding idea!
Cool let's do it?
Hey RVRon you could be right, but in my opinion the 5% that reply generaly have positive and informative comments. The other 15% seem to get derailed on the topic or rant on & on.
I am going to follow NorCalDan's lead.
Ira and Vicky
I try to follow NorCal Dan's philosphly, however sometimes I goof and confirm Ivey's statement.
Flyone