wolfgirl wrote: ↑4 years ago
I had wondered what happened to this thread also, and had been contemplating on how I wanted to post. I miss RS and her sense of humor, her stories, and her knowledge of products (did not know about bonded leather until she mentioned it). I have learned many things from other posters on this site who are very knowledgeable about gem stones. And, while I agree that everyone should be able to post their opinion about pretty much everything on forum, I do think the tone of some posts have really gotten out of hand and just way too mean spirited. I think maybe RS feels the same way. There are hosts that many of us have issues with, but they are human and will make mistakes. Calling for them to be fired is horrible! Just don't watch for those 2 hours when they are on. I know, it's your right to be able to watch without having to mute, be offended, etc. but it's TV programming and you can't dictate to YOUR preferences. I personally like Cheryl but she can get exuberant and I just lower the volume. I work with someone who is a "Debbie Downer" and is negative ALL DAY LONG- nothing makes her happy. By the end of the day, I am so depressed- have asked if I can be moved, but no where else I can be placed (they had already moved one person who was working with her and I was the "lucky" one who took her place). So, watching someone who is excited about their job, even when really exuberant, helps brighten my day. And then, not only has the negativity and hatefulness bombarded the hosts, it is being turned on other forum members, and RS is a prime example. I have been visiting the forum occasionally and reading posts but not responding as I probably would not come back to this forum if someone was that hateful to me. And, taking chance with this post, but so be it. It's the start of the new year, and I am trying to be a better person: kinder, nicer, and more understanding, but it is hard! I just wish this forum could get back to the way it was when I first started reading/posting. People voiced their frustrations but not so mean and hateful. And, I appreciate other posters with more knowledge (scientific or not
) sharing that knowledge with us. I have learned many things about gem stones and can make better informed purchases. I hope and pray RS and Sue B read the words of comfort and friendship many of us have posted here and return to share with us soon! Wolfgirl
@wolfgirl
Oh my goodness, your post speaks VOLUMES! Such a beautiful post! And I agree with you, Wolfgirl.
I hope RS sees all of these posts, and definitely hope she sees yours!
I've noticed what you have. I figured it was daily stresses, the holiday stresses, and SLC's changes sure don't help!
But you are right, IMO. I don't mind if people joke about Cheryl and how "Off the charts" she was on this day or that night. But to get really personal about it to the point of cruelty or to say things that come off as antagonistic, is different.
Also, I can see where some newer members may see the comments other members make about hosts, and not knowing that the person(s) who commented LIKE the host, to a newer member the post might easily make them think they can say this or that, "because others are too".
The written word can be misunderstood so easily!
I like Cheryl. I can understand why others might not. Maybe I'm the type of person who can get really "silly." Okay, I AM THAT TYPE OF PERSON!
I do understand those who feel there is a time and place for certain behavior.
I also understand Cheryl getting extremely silly.
I guess I'd rather have someone like her, than a host who's a snob and who treats their co host(s) awfully. Silly and even "wacko" is better to me than mean and snobby.
Thank you for your wise post, Wolfgirl! You're a sweetheart!
