activity slowing?

[Guest032112]

Originally Posted by MrGiz

. . .BB.... I know beyond a shadow of a doubt, that many here will not agree on the definition of "Top Tier" (and I realize I left off some fairly recognizable names).... but try to post a similar list from 5-6 years ago.... and show us how it compares. . .

I guess what I'm sayin is... given the very small economic market that Arkansas represents.... we could be doing a whole lot worse! ....

Please don't strain my brain before the 2nd cup of coffee is finished, Giz, but you're correct. Of that list, I count 5, maybe 6 who were around 5 years ago. One, for sure, not in this market and at least one, maybe two, operating with a different name. Without additional caffeine, the timeline memory blurs beyond yesterday.

My point is board activity fluctuates, providers change, and hobbyiest come and go (again, no pun intended).

Perhaps my travels, the economy and the current state of the hobby in AR has my point of view a bit skewed, but we are fortunate to have those on the list.

[ali*cat]

Are we talking providers coming & going or less posting activity by providers?

[Guest032112]

Originally Posted by ali*cat

Are we talking providers coming & going or less posting activity by providers?

The thread actually started with board activity. Obviously, the coming and going of providers and hobbyiests, the economy and "real life" affects board posting. I never was good with multiple choice tests, so I choose "all of the above"

[ali*cat]

That's kinda what I thought... just checking Ark, and as always we can ALWAYS count on you for an explanation. It never hurts to clarify right?

QUESTION ????? Is this still CO-ED discussions?

Cuz speaking for myself here, but I don't enjoy getting smart ass comments posted behind every post I post. Innocent posts these days seem to turn into "who can big the smartest smart ass of all"

Somehow it's just not as enjoyable this way

[Guest032112]

Originally Posted by ali*cat

. . . QUESTION ????? Is this still CO-ED discussions?

Cuz speaking for myself here, but I don't enjoy getting smart ass comments posted behind every post I post. Innocent posts these days seem to turn into "who can big the smartest smart ass of all"

Somehow it's just not as enjoyable this way

Ali, you should start this as a new thread, but you're exactly right. I'll admit my smartass persona doesn't have much patience with repetitive acts committed without evidence of significant brain activity. But my intent is never to be mean spirited.

Just a general observation, playful banter from the providers in discussions seems to be woefully absent. Perhaps participation from more would help the communtity get to know understand some a bit better. But with some, there may be a management issue.

[Lily Blair]

Originally Posted by arklookn4lovn

I'll admit my smartass persona doesn't have much patience with repetitive acts committed without evidence of significant brain activity. But my intent is never to be mean spirited.

I've got the same problem my friend.......

[Guest032514-1]

Interesting.

Fear has driven several clients off the board. No doubt about that. Loosing one or two 8/9 mos ago..no biggie. Then another 1 or 2 six mos ago, then a few more a few mos ago...it adds up.

I have always noticed a "lull" around the month of August. Everyone's attention - and dollars - go towards school issues.

[Ginger Doll]

Originally Posted by arklookn4lovn

...I'll admit my smartass persona doesn't have much patience with repetitive acts committed without evidence of significant brain activity. But my intent is never to be mean spirited...

Originally Posted by Lily Blair

I've got the same problem my friend.......

Add me to that list. lol

[MrGiz]

Not me... not me... * MTK might disagree...

[theotherguy1]

It seems as if the only time you see traffic on here is if there is an opportunity for someone to post a negative response. I believe there is less traffic from the providers because there is less traffic from the hobbyist. Some of the hobbyist only posts a couple of time because of fear that they will be shot down for asking a question or voicing their opinion. Because nonverbal communication is lost during written communication some commits that are made in jest are not taken that way.

[MacTheKnife]

Originally Posted by theotherguy1

It seems as if the only time you see traffic on here is if there is an opportunity for someone to post a negative response. I believe there is less traffic from the providers because there is less traffic from the hobbyist. Some of the hobbyist only posts a couple of time because of fear that they will be shot down for asking a question or voicing their opinion. Because nonverbal communication is lost during written communication some commits that are made in jest are not taken that way.

yes.

[Adrianna xo]

It's VERY slow in NWA... I'm disappointed I wasted my time here to work.

[Lonesome]

Originally Posted by arklookn4lovn

Just a general observation, playful banter from the providers in discussions seems to be woefully absent. Perhaps participation from more would help the communtity get to know understand some a bit better. But with some, there may be a management issue.

You're so right, BB. Playful banter from the providers became absent when a jackass from Hot Springs became absent. We had lots of fun while she was here.

[Guest032112]

Originally Posted by Lonesome

You're so right, BB. Playful banter from the providers became absent when a jackass from Hot Springs became absent. We had lots of fun while she was here.

Nice observation, Lonesome. Between Pamela and Sadie you could always count on a lot of entertainment, even if I was the butt of the jokes from time to time. Boy, do I miss those two, in more ways than one!

[Lily Blair]

Some people's penises are too small to be able to handle too much joking from the providers.