Author Topic: The forums a year ago (Read 7468 times)

xxxchihiroxxx · « **on:** August 28, 2009, 12:17:37 am »

anyone else miss it? xD

I dunno I used to be WAY active around then. I remember the countdown thread that got erased cause of uh well those who were there certainly remember xD AND IT WAS TOTALLY NOT MY FAULT well actually it was

I dunno the forums have changed a lot since back then though : o there were a lot of funny convos I remember taking part in (the creation of the spoons anyone?)

and I made so many new friends then through the forums : ) the forums have changed a lot, not necessarily for the bad. Theres a lot of new members now. Im sad I dont know many of them O_o but ah well maybe I'm just acting like an old fart remembering the old days xD *sits in rocking chair and knits*

EveofAbyss · « **Reply #1 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:19:11 am »

I actually don't miss the "old ways" at all. Things have been rather enjoyable (to me) around here lately. No drama, just peace and relevant conversation, heh

tofutakeout · « **Reply #2 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:19:27 am »

I feel where your coming from. But back then a lot of the drama went on as well.

xxxchihiroxxx · « **Reply #3 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:23:01 am »

xD oh yeah, nearly forgot about that : / i dunno a year ago from now there wasnt that much drama. it happened mostly after the con I think.

but yeah I dont miss that. but there was some fun to

Sayda · « **Reply #4 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:40:24 am »

I remember back in '07, when the veterans were all still hanging around. A lot of them lurk from time to time, but mostly it's all newer and younger people. Although I will admit, the new wave of people have finally settled down for the most part, which is good.

xxxchihiroxxx · « **Reply #5 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:41:59 am »

O_O there was a TON of new people this year D: It really surprised me.

Hazuza · « **Reply #6 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:46:20 am »

Oh wow, it doesn't really feel like a year...

You told me a while back it's better to focus on the present... Well, a lot of the people from last year are still here. Think of something entertaining to talk about then!

The good times are what you make of them. You can't just wish for them to happen!
And with so many new members, the good times can only grow. New drama will spark just like it has over the past year, but... There'll be good to balance out the bad.

Really, the forums have become a lot better over the past year. If you compare it to years before, that is xD I love how many people are in it and how connected we are, and... Oh god the MEETUPS. I remember back when it wasn't even one a month!

oslapedo · « **Reply #7 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:47:40 am »

Man, you're always so wse and insightful Hazu

xxxchihiroxxx · « **Reply #8 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:48:30 am »

xD I do say that a lot. and your right xD its not so much wishing they could happen again as much as "god its been a year already?!"

Hazuza · « **Reply #9 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:59:46 am »

Quote from: oslapedo on August 28, 2009, 12:47:40 am

Man, you're always so wse and insightful Hazu

ouo er

Quote from: xxxchihiroxxx on August 28, 2009, 12:48:30 am

xD I do say that a lot. and your right xD its not so much wishing they could happen again as much as "god its been a year already?!"

It does not... feel like it. *_*

... At all.

Kimiski · « **Reply #10 on:** August 28, 2009, 03:33:17 am »

Hey, I remember the countdown thread
I stopped going to it evntually though.....
dare I aks why it got the boot?? >.>

Trumby · « **Reply #11 on:** August 28, 2009, 06:47:03 am »

Quote from: EveofAbyss on August 28, 2009, 12:19:11 am

I actually don't miss the "old ways" at all. Things have been rather enjoyable (to me) around here lately. No drama, just peace and relevant conversation, heh

This.

DancingTofu · « **Reply #12 on:** August 28, 2009, 07:22:55 am »

A lot of non-relevant things have happened in my life (like starting college, making huge steps towards independence, MEW con...) that so significantly overshadow changes to the forums. Also, I've been here for pretty much every day of it. I try not to miss a beat, because if I'm out of the loop, it's too hard to moderate effectively, so all the transitions have gone pretty smoothly, besides the flare-ups that spawned those changes.

Probably the biggest difference for me is that the rules are now my direct responsibility to enforce, so I've found myself putting myself in an uncomfortable place between my friends and the rules; or even worse: between two friends. It's awkward and uncomfortable, but I'm pleased to be able to do what I can to help things run smoothly.

I can't remember the countdown thread at this point. I'm sure it's among the thousands filed away in my subconscious, but I can't say it holds and particular memories for me.

nikkiolie · « **Reply #13 on:** August 28, 2009, 09:46:08 am »

I liked it better then. We all seemed to get along and everyone knew everyone else. Now there is a lot of strange people on XD

DemonSpawn · « **Reply #14 on:** August 28, 2009, 09:47:52 am »

A year ago there were more Spoons on the forums. Where'd my people go?! D:

Hehe.
I barely remember last year, just some significant things, I joined in July or something I think, it was after my very first cosplay picnic. (I was so intimidated there that if someone talked to me I would have hid from them.) XD
It's not that I liked it BETTER, it was just different.
There were some really great people on a year ago that don't come around anymore, don't get me wrong there's great people now too.
A lot has changed, within myself and on these forums, it's really different now.

Konan-ChanX3 · « **Reply #15 on:** August 28, 2009, 09:52:40 am »

Granted I wasn't on the forums a year ago. Almost, but not quite. A lot's changed since I joind in January? some really cool people aren't on here anymore an I miss talkin to em, but there's still some pretty chill people who get on now.

I agree with Nikki, there are some strange people on now.. Some of which will not be named *coughMIKEcough*

@Demony: One of your spoons hasn't left!
@Nikki: WAS THAT DIRECTED TO ME? Just kidding xD [/shot]

superjaz · « **Reply #16 on:** August 28, 2009, 10:21:45 am »

Ah yes the olden days now 2006 was a good year so was 07

KogaRyu · « **Reply #17 on:** August 28, 2009, 10:29:03 am »

Someday I'll be cool... Someday..

Konan-ChanX3 · « **Reply #18 on:** August 28, 2009, 10:30:23 am »

You could be cool, in your own mind 8D

xcthulhux · « **Reply #19 on:** August 28, 2009, 01:43:32 pm »

yeah...
i should have been here last year...
i really would have liked to have known all of these people you all speak of.
i really enjoy being here currently, and i don't think i have talked to anyone on here that i disliked for any reason.

the only thing i don't like about this forum is that it makes me miss the con itself..

DancingTofu · « **Reply #20 on:** August 28, 2009, 04:31:56 pm »

I prefer the Kumoricon forums to the Sakuracon forums, actually, because the Kumoricon forums actually provide me with something to do, so whereas SCMB makes me want to be getting stuff done and racing towards the con, the Kumoricon forums are totally chill just rolling along. :>

The Sakuracon forums are always so dead and lacking in new happenings. Even in a bad month we get a few thousand new posts here. It's a reason to actually check on things besides "because I have to"

xxxchihiroxxx · « **Reply #21 on:** August 28, 2009, 04:44:26 pm »

: P maybe were just more fun?

KogaRyu · « **Reply #22 on:** August 28, 2009, 04:45:51 pm »

Quote from: DancingTofu on August 28, 2009, 04:31:56 pm

The Sakuracon forums are always so dead and lacking in new happenings. Even in a bad month we get a few thousand new posts here. It's a reason to actually check on things besides "because I have to"

Yeah the Sakuracon Forums are always dead and cold, no real community to it.

DancingTofu · « **Reply #23 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:01:13 pm »

I found a hilarious thread there once though.

I'm going to go see if I can dig it up...

EDIT: http://scmb.sakuracon.org/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=18319

Hidamari · « **Reply #24 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:07:47 pm »

I joined a little more than a year ago. A lot of the time, I still feel like one of the new people, though.

DancingTofu · « **Reply #25 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:08:55 pm »

I'm coming up on three years myself. I joined literally the day I got home from Kumoricon 2006.

nyahaha · « **Reply #26 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:10:49 pm »

Quote from: Hidamari on August 28, 2009, 05:07:47 pm

I joined a little more than a year ago. A lot of the time, I still feel like one of the new people, though.

I joined just about the same time as Rachel. I feel new alot of times. xD it may just be because I'm slow...

KogaRyu · « **Reply #27 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:14:07 pm »

Quote from: DancingTofu on August 28, 2009, 05:01:13 pm

I found a hilarious thread there once though.

I'm going to go see if I can dig it up...

EDIT: http://scmb.sakuracon.org/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=18319

LMFAO that is GOLD.

xxxchihiroxxx · « **Reply #28 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:19:15 pm »

Tofu: GOLD

jaybug · « **Reply #29 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:23:00 pm »

I think I first logged in back in 2005. Imagine what about 400% turnover does to a place. I guess life just takes people hostage, and doesn't let them go. Lucky for me I can visit here while at work.

DancingTofu · « **Reply #30 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:39:48 pm »

Quote from: KogaRyu on August 28, 2009, 05:14:07 pm

Quote from: DancingTofu on August 28, 2009, 05:01:13 pm
I found a hilarious thread there once though.

I'm going to go see if I can dig it up...

EDIT: http://scmb.sakuracon.org/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=18319

LMFAO that is GOLD.

Quote from: xxxchihiroxxx on August 28, 2009, 05:19:15 pm

Tofu: GOLD

I know? Right?

This is my #1 source of respect for the SCMB.

oslapedo · « **Reply #31 on:** August 28, 2009, 05:44:27 pm »

I love that thread

Daxe · « **Reply #32 on:** August 28, 2009, 11:34:25 pm »

I remember the forums a year ago, good times. I was a much more active poster then. I think one of the big turn offs for the old veteran members was the HUGE wave of new people that came into the boards. For me the boards went from a nice little community cafe to a sprawling fast pace starbucks. Especially with the spoon and fork kingdoms thing. It was just impossible to keep a voice in the community with so many bodys filling up the place. That and like someone else said... college got kind of important. I still come back every now and again to lurk. I just dont really find the time anymore because of how busy I got and I dont really feel like I know anyone else that is active here anymore. In the long run the influx of people are good for the con. The younger age will be attending for the next several years and will eventually be the veterans while the rest of us slowly fade away or move onto moderator positions or some such thing.

Hazuza · « **Reply #33 on:** August 28, 2009, 11:37:53 pm »

Haha, you guys could try making a 'veteran-only' thread? :0 Like say in the first post you can only post if you registered so-and-so ago, or have a certain number of posts.

... O 'course, there may be people that ignore that rule, but it would give you guys the chance to have a hangout to yourselves.

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