I've changed my mind.

[Lanie]

I've decided to become a contributing member if it's okay with certain people here. It's important that people know that I'm not all about a certain subject.

My name is Lanie. I'm seeking special education licensure because I want to teach and it's in really high demand. I also think that those who have disabilities can be empowered in ways that most don't realize.

I'm a Catholic. Go to mass once a week. Everytime I'm in the bookstore, I normally seek out the religious material. I particularly like Max Lucado and Joyce (can't remember her last name). I have no boyfriend, but open minded to guys who doesn't go at 90 mph.

I like to take afternoon walks, but it's getting dangerously hot lately.

Okay.

[Chris_]

You are free to stay, go, post, donate, whatever.

Just be good to my friends and all will be well.

[Lanie]

You are free to stay, go, post, donate, whatever.

Just be good to my friends and all will be well.

I could say the same thing about them and *my* friends, but they wouldn't listen.

[Chris_]

You are free to stay, go, post, donate, whatever.

Just be good to my friends and all will be well.

I could say the same thing about them and *my* friends, but they wouldn't listen.

We aren't fuddy-duddies here.  You have to have a high post count or you get razzed.

Code of the West and all....

;)

[Lanie]

You are free to stay, go, post, donate, whatever.

Just be good to my friends and all will be well.

I could say the same thing about them and *my* friends, but they wouldn't listen.

We aren't fuddy-duddies here.  You have to have a high post count or you get razzed.

Code of the West and all....

I know certain people well enough around here to know the post counts have nothing to do with it.

[Lauri]

ok, i dont have the official flow chart for all the various message boards.

Lanie, are you the member also known as Bridget? If so, I know who you are I think...

but your post was suspiciously short  

[DixieBelle]

I second Freedumb's post.

By all means, contribute to CC. We welcome it. And the rest of you need to take her at her word until proven otherwise.

[Lanie]

I second Freedumb's post.

By all means, contribute to CC. We welcome it. And the rest of you need to take her at her word until proven otherwise.

Thank you.

[Georgia Bulldog]

Welcome!

[Duke Nukum]

Welcome! 

[Chris_]

You are free to stay, go, post, donate, whatever.

Just be good to my friends and all will be well.

I could say the same thing about them and *my* friends, but they wouldn't listen.

We aren't fuddy-duddies here.  You have to have a high post count or you get razzed.

Code of the West and all....

;)

I know certain people well enough around here to know the post counts have nothing to do with it.

Everyone with small post counts immediately falls back on "it is what you do with it."  ;)

[Chris_]

I second Freedumb's post.

By all means, contribute to CC. We welcome it. And the rest of you need to take her at her word until proven otherwise.

Is Hell freezing over already?
Just what we need, another freakin' worthless libtard here.
You're welcome at CU, gidget, go over there and play with gator.

Given the hours of fun I have had with TNO, I suggest not to be so hasty. 

[DixieBelle]

I second Freedumb's post.

By all means, contribute to CC. We welcome it. And the rest of you need to take her at her word until proven otherwise.

Is Hell freezing over already?
Just what we need, another freakin' worthless libtard here.
You're welcome at CU, gidget, go over there and play with gator.

Nah. Hell is still pretty hot. 

But we're better than the baseless accusations hurled our way. This isn't an echo chamber. Who needs to cut people off at the knees when we have the facts on our side? I don't speak for everyone but I'd like to think that we're not afraid of a little debate. Liberals, trolls, and hit & run posters weed themselves out if they don't break the rules and get tossed.

[Lanie]

I second Freedumb's post.

By all means, contribute to CC. We welcome it. And the rest of you need to take her at her word until proven otherwise.

Is Hell freezing over already?
Just what we need, another freakin' worthless libtard here.
You're welcome at CU, gidget, go over there and play with gator.

Nah. Hell is still pretty hot. 

But we're better than the baseless accusations hurled our way. This isn't an echo chamber. Who needs to cut people off at the knees when we have the facts on our side? I don't speak for everyone but I'd like to think that we're not afraid of a little debate. Liberals, trolls, and hit & run posters weed themselves out if they don't break the rules and get tossed.

What are the rules? I read a post from WE saying "No rules, I hate them" or something.

[MrsSmith]

I second Freedumb's post.

By all means, contribute to CC. We welcome it. And the rest of you need to take her at her word until proven otherwise.

Is Hell freezing over already?
Just what we need, another freakin' worthless libtard here.
You're welcome at CU, gidget, go over there and play with gator.

Ah, let her stay.  At least she's polite.  And she can spell! 

[formerlurker]

I also think that those who have disabilities can be empowered in ways that most don't realize.

Empowered?

[DixieBelle]

Lanie - the rules were posted when you first registered here. There are also forum-specific rules and guidelines for posting stickied in the pertinent sections.

Here's a cut and paste -

You agree, through your use of this forum, that you will not post any material which is false, defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, vulgar, hateful, harassing, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, invasive of a person's privacy, adult material, or otherwise in violation of any International or United States Federal law. You also agree not to post any copyrighted material unless you own the copyright or you have written consent from the owner of the copyrighted material. Spam, flooding, advertisements, chain letters, pyramid schemes, and solicitations are also forbidden on this forum.

Note that it is impossible for the staff or the owners of this forum to confirm the validity of posts. Please remember that we do not actively monitor the posted messages, and as such, are not responsible for the content contained within. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information presented. The posted messages express the views of the author, and not necessarily the views of this forum, its staff, its subsidiaries, or this forum's owner. Anyone who feels that a posted message is objectionable is encouraged to notify an administrator or moderator of this forum immediately. The staff and the owner of this forum reserve the right to remove objectionable content, within a reasonable time frame, if they determine that removal is necessary. This is a manual process, however, please realize that they may not be able to remove or edit particular messages immediately. This policy applies to member profile information as well.

You remain solely responsible for the content of your posted messages. Furthermore, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the owners of this forum, any related websites to this forum, its staff, and its subsidiaries. The owners of this forum also reserve the right to reveal your identity (or any other related information collected on this service) in the event of a formal complaint or legal action arising from any situation caused by your use of this forum.

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[Chris_]

We still allow TNO to post here, so there obviously aren't many rules.

We approach the "I wouldn't be in a club that would have me as a member" event horizon.

[Splashdown]

Another rule is keep your posts under 1,500 words.   

[Chris_]

Another rule is keep your posts under 1,500 words.   

Except Coach

[Lanie]

I second Freedumb's post.

By all means, contribute to CC. We welcome it. And the rest of you need to take her at her word until proven otherwise.

Is Hell freezing over already?
Just what we need, another freakin' worthless libtard here.
You're welcome at CU, gidget, go over there and play with gator.

Ah, let her stay.  At least she's polite.  And she can spell! 

No, I can't. :D

[Lanie]

Lanie - the rules were posted when you first registered here. There are also forum-specific rules and guidelines for posting stickied in the pertinent sections.

Here's a cut and paste -

You agree, through your use of this forum, that you will not post any material which is false, defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, vulgar, hateful, harassing, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, invasive of a person's privacy, adult material, or otherwise in violation of any International or United States Federal law. You also agree not to post any copyrighted material unless you own the copyright or you have written consent from the owner of the copyrighted material. Spam, flooding, advertisements, chain letters, pyramid schemes, and solicitations are also forbidden on this forum.

Note that it is impossible for the staff or the owners of this forum to confirm the validity of posts. Please remember that we do not actively monitor the posted messages, and as such, are not responsible for the content contained within. We do not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information presented. The posted messages express the views of the author, and not necessarily the views of this forum, its staff, its subsidiaries, or this forum's owner. Anyone who feels that a posted message is objectionable is encouraged to notify an administrator or moderator of this forum immediately. The staff and the owner of this forum reserve the right to remove objectionable content, within a reasonable time frame, if they determine that removal is necessary. This is a manual process, however, please realize that they may not be able to remove or edit particular messages immediately. This policy applies to member profile information as well.

You remain solely responsible for the content of your posted messages. Furthermore, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the owners of this forum, any related websites to this forum, its staff, and its subsidiaries. The owners of this forum also reserve the right to reveal your identity (or any other related information collected on this service) in the event of a formal complaint or legal action arising from any situation caused by your use of this forum.

You have the ability, as you register, to choose your username. We advise that you keep the name appropriate. With this user account you are about to register, you agree to never give your password out to another person except an administrator, for your protection and for validity reasons. You also agree to NEVER use another person's account for any reason.  We also HIGHLY recommend you use a complex and unique password for your account, to prevent account theft.

After you register and login to this forum, you will be able to fill out a detailed profile. It is your responsibility to present clean and accurate information. Any information the forum owner or staff determines to be inaccurate or vulgar in nature will be removed, with or without prior notice. Appropriate sanctions may be applicable.

Please note that with each post, your IP address is recorded, in the event that you need to be banned from this forum or your ISP contacted. This will only happen in the event of a major violation of this agreement.

Also note that the software places a cookie, a text file containing bits of information (such as your username and password), in your browser's cache. This is ONLY used to keep you logged in/out. The software does not collect or send any other form of information to your computer.

Okay, thank you.

[Splashdown]

Another rule is keep your posts under 1,500 words.   

Except Coach

franksolich, of course, is the exception that proves the rule. His long reads are damn interesting. 

[Lanie]

I also think that those who have disabilities can be empowered in ways that most don't realize.

Empowered?

Everybody likes to feel that they can do things for themselves. I once heard this story discussing this man who was in an institution his entire life. They didn't think he could learn anything. But somebody did think he could learn letters and sounds. So he worked with him to find ways he could learn it. One day, the instructor tried to get this man to spell something. He wouldn't spell that particular word, but he spelt out "thank you". I realize that story is rare, but it made me cry. Okay, me sensitive. Later.

[Georgia Bulldog]

I also think that those who have disabilities can be empowered in ways that most don't realize.

Empowered?

Everybody likes to feel that they can do things for themselves. I once heard this story discussing this man who was in an institution his entire life. They didn't think he could learn anything. But somebody did think he could learn letters and sounds. So he worked with him to find ways he could learn it. One day, the instructor tried to get this man to spell something. He wouldn't spell that particular word, but he spelt out "thank you". I realize that story is rare, but it made me cry. Okay, me sensitive. Later.

Rare but an interesting story nonetheless.