Something for our members passed on?

MissTynker2 · Post by **MissTynker2** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:03 am

I as well as I am sure many others today, were stunned by the passing of our member Croc. A thought occurred then. Would it be possible to set up an archive, or a forum all of its own, in honor of our lost members? And pray it does not get too full!! Befitting of speedguides respect of its members, imho.

Rivas · Post by **Rivas** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 12:06 pm

I think it's bad idea, we can carry them in our hearts IMO, it will just bring back all the memories and we will feel sad.All our passed members were great people and what will honor them the most is that they are ALWAYS going to be in our hearts.
SG is not graveyard.
Just my 2 cents.

MissTynker2 · Post by **MissTynker2** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 12:20 pm

Some would only view that of course, with only sad memories. Others of us would enjoy, respect and smile at all the good memories that person left behind. The reason also...for the request of a special place, as in an archive...or seperate forum...you would then have your choice of viewing...or not..as you see fit.

YARDofSTUF · Post by **YARDofSTUF** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 12:25 pm

And put what in there? The members posts? lots of "I'm sorrys" or something?

I think one of the best things Rivas has ever said is "SG is not a graveyard"

The idea is nice but it really feels out of place.

Rivas · Post by **Rivas** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 12:26 pm

How can you smile and enjoy when the person is dead? It will always bring just tears into my eyes.
As I said SG is not a Graveyard.

Rivas · Post by **Rivas** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 12:26 pm

YARDofSTUF wrote:And put what in there? The members posts? lots of "I'm sorrys" or something?

I think one of the best things Rivas has ever said is "SG is not a graveyard"

The idea is nice but it really feels out of place.

Thank you.

MissTynker2 · Post by **MissTynker2** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 2:54 pm

A graveyard..no..a place of rememberance for those who care to remember the joys..and honor such...a place for solice for family members...to come and enjoy thoughts, memories...special times...respect...yes. Again...a place of choice...not something planted on the general board...where a constant message would be visable. I can personally think of no better place of honor. Let the powers that be, and their helpers decide.

MissTynker2 · Post by **MissTynker2** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 2:58 pm

Maybe there should be a poll as well. Put it to a vote, so to speak to see if other members might even be interested, and or how they feel personally. It's definitely worth discussion.

Rivas · Post by **Rivas** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 4:52 pm

And how many family members of the "Fallen Ones" are posting on SG ....
It's nice idea but it's graveyard, I dont have name of my dead relatives writen all over wall, Yes i do have them on pictures, some of them in frame, but i want them to REST IN PEACE where they DO belong and not bringing our death members over here.If i die i dont want to be on your graveyard.

A place for rememberance can be added in Newspapers or Radio station and not on SPEEDGUIDE ....SPEEDGUIDE.

It's definately nice but ridiculous idea IMO.

MissTynker2 · Post by **MissTynker2** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 5:46 pm

rivas wrote:And how many family members of the "Fallen Ones" are posting on SG ....
It's nice idea but it's graveyard, I dont have name of my dead relatives writen all over wall, Yes i do have them on pictures, some of them in frame, but i want them to REST IN PEACE where they DO belong and not bringing our death members over here.If i die i dont want to be on your graveyard.

A place for rememberance can be added in Newspapers or Radio station and not on SPEEDGUIDE ....SPEEDGUIDE.

It's definately nice but ridiculous idea IMO.

I did not suggest that members family post to such..but suggested that family members could come in and read and appreciate the thoughts, the warmness left behind. Ridiculous? I think not...just a matter of personal opinion..and how ones perception would prevail....again..positive or negative?

It would..the forum..or archive..not necessarily mean the death of a member either..but could include..life changes..as happened in the New Orleans disaster..and affected so many of us..member and person as well. Just a thought

YARDofSTUF · Post by **YARDofSTUF** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 5:58 pm

MissTynker2 wrote:I did not suggest that members family post to such..but suggested that family members could come in and read and appreciate the thoughts, the warmness left behind. Ridiculous? I think not...just a matter of personal opinion..and how ones perception would prevail....again..positive or negative?

It would..the forum..or archive..not necessarily mean the death of a member either..but could include..life changes..as happened in the New Orleans disaster..and affected so many of us..member and person as well. Just a thought

Members families, if they know of the members name can come in and click on the screen name and grab up the other posts. And its not like every post is important from every person.

I wouldnt want want my useless banter saved in some forum, and anything relevant to technology would eventually be old and useless too.

Rivas · Post by **Rivas** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 8:38 pm

MissTynker2 wrote:I did not suggest that members family post to such..but suggested that family members could come in and read and appreciate the thoughts, the warmness left behind. Ridiculous? I think not...just a matter of personal opinion..and how ones perception would prevail....again..positive or negative?

It would..the forum..or archive..not necessarily mean the death of a member either..but could include..life changes..as happened in the New Orleans disaster..and affected so many of us..member and person as well. Just a thought

Yes it's ridiculous and also we do have quite a few some spammers around here, e.g SELLING PLASMA TV's NOKIA cellular etc etc etc and they post in every damn forum and in my opinion it would be VERY disrespectful if they posted in that forum.
It's like going into graveyard and start pissing on graves isnt it ?

Gezzz let them REST in PEACE Misty PLEASE.

YARDofSTUF · Post by **YARDofSTUF** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 8:42 pm

rivas wrote:Yes it's ridiculous and also we do have quite a few some spammers around here, e.g SELLING PLASMA TV's NOKIA cellular etc etc etc and they post in every damn forum and in my opinion it would be VERY disrespectful if they posted in that forum.

Go try and post in the archives.

Rivas · Post by **Rivas** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 10:05 pm

YARDofSTUF wrote:Go try and post in the archives.

Ya and i'm gonna be banned.

I dont care anymore, it's up to the members, if they want it so be it.

Shinobi · Post by **Shinobi** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 10:18 pm

I think, if a SG member passes away, ( R.I.P. Croc )
there should be a link and a page on the main SG page dedicated just for them.
Keep it up for a week span, in memoriam.
Making and keeping a page up with a few words of respect,
wouldn't be too hard to do..
Won't have to be anything too fancy.. anything from thier family,
or just a avatar, and some words of respect.

My 2 Cents.

YARDofSTUF · Post by **YARDofSTUF** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 10:58 pm

rivas wrote:Ya and i'm gonna be banned.

Check the archives, YOU CANT MAKE A POST THERE.

MissTynker2 · Post by **MissTynker2** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:42 pm

YARDofSTUF wrote:Check the archives, YOU CANT MAKE A POST THERE.

Exactly my point!! Whether or not we agree with the thought or the idea...you CANNOT post there...nor would you have to go there..unless you choose to. Its a matter of personal choice...period. Some will approve, some will not...a totally personal decision.

Rivas · Post by **Rivas** » Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:46 pm

MissTynker2 wrote:Exactly my point!! Whether or not we agree with the thought or the idea...you CANNOT post there...nor would you have to go there..unless you choose to. Its a matter of personal choice...period. Some will approve, some will not...a totally personal decision.

Ok ok you 2 calm down geezzz.And what you are gonna do ? Staring at all the names ?

Dont eat me Tynkerer

And after all it's going to be only Philip decision anyway.

But i think you should ask relatives first if they approve it, it's not like Yes i want there all the members right now.
Let them RIP and leave them alone.

Post by **Philip** » Sun Nov 26, 2006 9:24 am

It is not just my decision. We listen to users' opinions, and we discuss decisions with the mods.

We're still discussing this suggestion. At this time, we're leaning towards just using the general archive forum we already have in place; it is under-used as it is, and this seems to fit its intended purpose.

CableDude · Post by **CableDude** » Sun Nov 26, 2006 9:37 am

I think that's a good idea, Philip.

MissTynker2 · Post by **MissTynker2** » Sun Nov 26, 2006 10:15 am

Philip wrote:It is not just my decision. We listen to users' opinions, and we discuss decisions with the mods.

We're still discussing this suggestion. At this time, we're leaning towards just using the general archive forum we already have in place; it is under-used as it is, and this seems to fit its intended purpose.

Thank you for considering this suggestion. I think that would be the perfect place, if approved. So much more could be incorporated into it as well, and I believe a very nice addition.

Rivas · Post by **Rivas** » Sun Nov 26, 2006 12:19 pm

Philip wrote:It is not just my decision. We listen to users' opinions, and we discuss decisions with the mods.

We're still discussing this suggestion. At this time, we're leaning towards just using the general archive forum we already have in place; it is under-used as it is, and this seems to fit its intended purpose.

I know I know, but we should ask family members about their opinion, it's not like 1 woman wants forum/archive with all the dead people.
It's not our decision at all.

And thank you for bringing this suggestion at this time you could wait at least few months it really gives me chills. " Are they going to discuss to put me there even if I said no ............ in case I loose"

Post by **Philip** » Sun Nov 26, 2006 12:23 pm

We already have a genera archieve: http://forums.speedguide.net/forumdisplay.php?f=53.

Moving posts does not change their visibility much, just puts them into a more fitting category.

Post by **YeOldeStonecat** » Sun Nov 26, 2006 4:18 pm

Philip wrote: We're still discussing this suggestion. At this time, we're leaning towards just using the general archive forum we already have in place; it is under-used as it is, and this seems to fit its intended purpose.

A good resting place to archive important happenings for our regular members.

Debbie · Post by **Debbie** » Sun Nov 26, 2006 6:28 pm

YeOldeStonecat wrote:

A good resting place to archive important happenings for our regular members.

Ya got my vote.

ghettoside · Post by **ghettoside** » Sun Nov 26, 2006 9:47 pm

Philip wrote:It is not just my decision. We listen to users' opinions, and we discuss decisions with the mods.

We're still discussing this suggestion. At this time, we're leaning towards just using the general archive forum we already have in place; it is under-used as it is, and this seems to fit its intended purpose.

Philip wrote:We already have a genera archieve: http://forums.speedguide.net/forumdisplay.php?f=53.

Moving posts does not change their visibility much, just puts them into a more fitting category.

The archives are locked, so that rules out disrespectful postings in the proposed memoriam board.

Yups Philip, looks like there's a place for the memoriams there.

Stonecat & Debbie

Shinobi wrote:I think, if a SG member passes away, ( R.I.P. Croc )
there should be a link and a page on the main SG page dedicated just for them.
Keep it up for a week span, in memoriam.
Making and keeping a page up with a few words of respect,
wouldn't be too hard to do..
Won't have to be anything too fancy.. anything from thier family,
or just a avatar, and some words of respect.

My 2 Cents.

I had a similar vision.

Perhaps a link to the memoriam archive on the SG home page... and a one week "live" memoriam as Shinobi has suggested.

Maybe set a time limit for posting to a memoriam, then lock it. If a member misses one, a pm to a mod could allow posting to the memoriam after the posting time limit is up. And that way, no spam possible in there.

Good idea Misty.

If someone doesn't wanna view the memoriams... then don't click on it, it's as simple as that.

MissTynker2 · Post by **MissTynker2** » Mon Nov 27, 2006 3:04 am

Jeff...if it is approved...and placed in the general archives...there is already a link on the main page of your speedguide page..(as in general forum, or any other forum). Go all the way to the bottom, to the jump forums option...and scroll down the list...the general archive link is there

There is no possible way it could possibly be opened accidentally, for those who might take offense.

ghettoside · Post by **ghettoside** » Mon Nov 27, 2006 6:23 am

MissTynker2 wrote:Jeff...if it is approved...and placed in the general archives...there is already a link on the main page of your speedguide page..(as in general forum, or any other forum). Go all the way to the bottom, to the jump forums option...and scroll down the list...the general archive link is there There is no possible way it could possibly be opened accidentally, for those who might take offense.

You're preaching to the choir Misty