djtidebuck said:
This is the OPEN forum. Most of the threads/posts here are lacking in substance.
This is much less an issue of "substance" than it is of "content." First, if you want to start rant threads, then do a forum search for the related topic to see if they already exist, and then append your opinion to the previous thread. Second, if you have a question/concern for the mods & admins, then either contact us by PMs or start a thread in the administrative forum. Third, regardless of your stated intent, you were whining about the rep system, so take your dings and warnings like a man.
djtidebuck said:
You choose to insult me in a personal way, "Quite frankly, the nuance by which you tried to disguise your complaint/whining requires more intelligence to pull off than I believe you currently possess.", which is you prerogative, but again I think that it falls below the standard that a moderator should set for himself, my opinion.
Your opinion has been noted and filed appropriately. While I do appreciate constructive criticism, I truly appreciate it when it comes from someone whom I respect, at least to some degree. When you start adhering to the standards set forth by this community, then your words will likely have some credence associated with them. Until that time, please understand that you are a new poster here. Also understand that you carry with you a considerable amount of unfavorable baggage based on your reputation from other forums.
In summation, as a newbie, you need to understand your role among the numerous posters that co-exist at this site (please note that your present role is not "moderator critic."
) This community has developed it's own style/culture, and as a newbie it is
your challenge to find a way to assimilate yourself within that style/culture. To be clear, it certainly doesn't behoove you to become so universally disliked as rapidly as you have. I further suggest that you read more posts/threads by other contributors, and post less at the present time.