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Deleted Posts - Why ?
Posted: 11/11/2009 5:09:02 PM

but if I dont know what I am doing wrong, then how can I improve?

Before you post, ask yourself

am I on topic

am I going to throw the topic off it's rails

am adding to the topic's relevancy

If you answered NO to any of those questions, it's removed.

Then ask yourself

am i posting to get a rise from the community

am i posting to bait someone

am i directly insulting someone

am I speaking to a poster, or to the subject matter

If you answered YES to any of the above, then it's removed and chances are so will you, to the sidelines.

In my opinion, they were inoffensive, relevant to the topic concerned, and amusing

Your opinion as oposed to what is in actuality.

The above of course, are given a valid thread to begin with.

as opposed to being divisive, malicious, offensive etc like a lot of others I have seen

If you see them, report them.

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Brissy Ride Events Discussion Posted: 11/11/2009 8:09:30 AM
Take any forum nonsense to the Forum Violations Report Thread Do as the first post indicates when making a report. If you want to report in private - email this account. Creating "Drama" threads will only see a further deterioration of the forums, potentially your posting rights and the rights of any participants. Read Your Posted Forum Rules. Thread Closed

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My hair clippers post in the UK forums. Posted: 11/1/2009 4:43:09 PM
Rules , read them with respect to polls , surveys , recommendations for services and or products. Use Google for product reviews. Acceptable Use and Posting Rules Posting Guidelines Thread Closed

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Flirting with Married people
Posted: 10/29/2009 1:28:09 AM

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photos from the swinton meet buckley arms 26th sept 2009 Posted: 10/26/2009 5:13:16 AM
Please post the picture numbers you wish to be removed.

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scotland meet? Posted: 10/23/2009 4:14:14 AM
Try here Edinburgh - 30th October http://forums.plentyoffish.com/datingPosts13068364.aspx Glasgow - 31st October http://forums.plentyoffish.com/datingPosts13233780.aspx Edinburgh - 4th December http://forums.plentyoffish.com/datingPosts13222860.aspx There has been Inverness Meet Ups too

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PLEASE READ Threads/Debating/Rules - A Reminder...
Posted: 10/22/2009 7:58:15 AM

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What Happened To Freedom Of Speech?
Posted: 10/19/2009 2:24:22 AM

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John & Edward - X Factor 2009 Posted: 10/17/2009 5:25:48 AM
There is an existing thread X Factor 2009 Use this to discuss all aspects of the X-Factor. CLOSED THREAD

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Interracial couple denied marriage license in Louisiana Posted: 10/16/2009 10:12:53 AM
Will the people who are arguing as to what qualifies someone as mentally unstable, do it off line and not derail the thread!

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I need to talk to a moderator.
Posted: 10/13/2009 10:17:35 AM

Clive Owen is on here too and Jerry Seinfeld actually contacted me!!

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Selling yourself by video? Posted: 10/12/2009 5:11:03 AM
It has been suggested on another thread, that I should make a little video of myself, post it on you tube and provide a link from my profile. Doing this could cause your profile information to be removed or your whole profile deleted as links such as these are not allowed on profiles. You could, of course, provide the link by mail.

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Why am I not being allowed to post on certain threads? [THREAD Closed] Posted: 10/4/2009 8:16:00 AM
Your question was answered in msg 2 & 3. I didn't feel the need to post the exact same answer again which is basicaly what I would be doing. You have no sanctions from this site preventing you from posting threads or replies currently. You are probably posting in one of the "Ask A" sections which are capped at 20 replies. So now you have a mod that has repeated what others already told you clearly.

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why do men go to prostitutes and women dont??
Posted: 10/3/2009 3:14:01 AM

For the Hijackers - Stick to the the topic in the OP. If you cannot do that then do not post. This constantly hijacking threads is getting tedious and will result in a bar. Keep the thread on topic.

Thanks to those that remained on topic.

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Was Andrew Marr right to question PM Brown over his health?
Posted: 10/3/2009 3:02:20 AM

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Movies with break ups in Posted: 10/1/2009 12:31:51 PM
Survey question - nothing to debate for discussion - see posted rules at top of any forum. Use Google for your answer - example top ten break up movies Thread Closed

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NOTTINGHAM HALO PARTY. Friday Sept 25th, IMAGES & COMMENTS Posted: 10/1/2009 4:38:04 AM
"but you can always mail the appropriate member a note expressing interest in either them" You can't if this site won't let you! It is not the site that will not let you it is the person you are trying to contact. They have chosen their filters and they stop certain people mailing them. It is their choice.

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How important is it for our children to remember the holocaust Posted: 9/30/2009 12:19:53 PM
Thread Subject So how important do you think it is that our children are taught to remember this, and are you surprised at the number of children that didnt know what it was.. Confine the discussion to it Thread Rolled Back Do not reply to posts that are off topic or are going to produce further off the rails discussion. Open a Separate Thread If Need Be If You Lost a valid post - please repost as time and resources are thin to wind through this with a fine tooth comb.

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Marriage vs. Living together Posted: 9/30/2009 11:58:17 AM
We have 12 pages already in progress , please read or add to the following: >> Living together before marriage a bad idea? Thread Closed - Redundnat Please use the Thread Search Tool prior to posting new threads - Thank You.

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Does anyone know any great Ice Breaker games for a singles night Posted: 9/28/2009 7:24:54 AM
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Overmoderation on the forums. Posted: 9/27/2009 12:14:02 PM
Threads/Posts are deleted for various reasons,notice for reasons of deletion depend on whether it is time permiting (not often and only for newbies, regulars should know better). Please use "key words" in Search thread title in the upper right corner of the forum page to see if a thread topic already exists. Redundant threads will be deleted.. The POF forums are listed by SPECIFIC subjects. Please post accordingly If you post a thread subject that doesn't fit the forum subject criteria it will be deleted, or moved to an appropriate forum. Thread Subject title should relate to the topic of discussion in the post, this will help facillitate future topic searches. New threads must have a valid topic, and can't just be created to "chat". Chat will be deleted from forums. Threads and posts are also deleted for rule violations Please read the posting rules: Welcome Newbies Forum Rules - General Forum Rules - Specific Rule Breaking DO NOT Insult Anyone - Period Create threads about Other Members or any threads dealing with topics that are geared around Members behaviours to incite forum nonsense. Create any administrative protest threads. They will be taken down immediately and depending on severity, will see your posting rights diminished, suspended or outright banned from the forums The forums are not for any sort of drama what so ever – period. The rules are posted everywhere, consequently there should be no excuses or surprises.

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Friends with Benefits.....What are the benefits? [Locked For Review] Posted: 9/27/2009 11:52:02 AM
For the veteran Hijackers - keep your opinions about the posters to yourselves and discuss the subject matter - or haven't the following sank in yet? Replying To A Thread Subject or Post Please ensure that all your replies are to the topic and nothing else. If your reply isn't related to the actual topic, then it's considered off topic or simply chatting, and will be removed. Replying to another post other than the original post is obviously permitted as long as what you are replying to, is also to the topic. As soon as you start replying to off topic comments, the thread is in jeopardy of being hijacked or derailed - leave off topic replies alone or the thread, if unsalvageable, will be deleted. Remember that as soon as you utter any personalized characterizations about a poster, addressing them by name, making a direct character judgement, or an indirect generalized character judgement that is meant to include them for the purpose of belittling or insulting them, you have just turned your reply to a personal one and is subject to deletion and your posting rights suspended or removed permanently depending on severity. The full list of infractions can be found in the Acceptable Use & Posting Rules For those of you who are not aware of the rules and the consequences of not following them, read the following: Posting Guidelines Acceptable Use and Posting Rules Continue With the Thread Subject Only

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Events In The UK - Next Two Weeks & FAQ Posted: 9/27/2009 11:21:24 AM
HOST FAQ See also: FAQ - Planning on Hosting a Event? Things you need to Know Who can be a host? Anyone, there are no designated hosts or "teams" or committees for the UK, or any of its regions/cities/communities. Is hosting hardwork? It should not be unless you choose to make it hard work Should I ask if anyone is interested in a meet on the UK Forums? You can , but only <5% of users use the forums, so do not worry if there is lack of response it is not indicative of interest. Do I have to use labels at a meet? No, but it may help in identification of Fish Members & their guests. Guests can print out their own here, you do not need to supply them (drag to folder/desktop - print) Does the meet venue have to be exclusive? No, and it is good advertising for the site for it to be mixing with members of the public as it encourages new members to join What is the minimum number of people that must attend a POF Meet? Just 1, although 2 would be better so you have someone to talk to Events that have minimums are in fact - against the party rules If I own/work at or have connections to a venue can I host a POF Meet there? No, you cannot and No, you cannot get a friend to host it either Can a venue charge for a POF Meet? Only if they usually charge the general public as a rule The mass mail how many do I get of these? One! No Exceptions, and do not forget to make sure the longtitude/latitude is set (does not say zero) before you send it. Enter the venue postcode in the box at the bottom of the event post (Marked zipcode) with no spaces and press the update party date and zipcode button. Please note the original poster of the Event Thread must perform this action, co-hosts do not have this ability I can only use the mass mail as a reminder to those signed up? You can use the mass mail when you like, but Bigfish will send a reminder mail to the people that are signed up to the meet automatically Who should take photos? Anyone with a camera at the meet What happens if I find I cannot host after all? Either cancel the meet or get your co-host (that is what they are there for) to take over Should the Host be on the door to greet everyone or sign them in? No, they are just a guest at the event like everyone else, there to socialise and meet people, there is no need to sign people in. Do I need to find a team of hosts? No this is totally uneccessary, all attendees should be friendly and greet each other ideally. You and one co-host in case of emergency and you not being able to attend is all that is needed. If you have people helping oyu on the night because you choose to hand out labels or greet etc, that is fine but they are not a co-host. The co-host is for one reason only to take over in case you cannot attend and they are then responsible for the event. Should I choose a Pub or Nightclub venue? If you want to host in a pub or nightclub yes, but you can host almost anywhere doing almost anything. What should I expect to pay out to Host a meet? Nothing, Zero, Zilch, Zip! Event Thread FAQ Can I use HTML coding on my meet thread? Yes, but stick to: HTML font tags for - size - colour - scrolling - center HTML hot-link tags for maps, transportation links, practical links for the event. 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Use common sense, keep it attractive, eye-catching, but simple. - Limiting the allowed tags keeps the learning curve at a shallow slope - Another person may have to take over the event thread - Not all mods are UBB/HTML experts - Continuity and consistency See here for a basic tutorial Event Thread HTML Codes Why are posts being deleted from my thread? Sometimes the posts are off-topic chat, but more likely due to excessive emoticons: -To avoid this, paste this into your OP - Note - When Posting on ANY thread Forum Rules - Specific F) No irritating posting Styles, including use of all Caps and excessive Punctuation/Blank Lines/Smilies. This isn't a "new" rule it's a site wide posting rule, it has always been in place. = site wide. What do I do after the meet? Create a Comments & Pictures thread, there is a link on your event thread, click the coloured words "Upload Images" to create it. It is a good idea to post the thread URL onto the event thread and ask people to make comments there rather than the meet thread after the event has happened. How do the green links work? Once your meet is scheduled and approved it will appear in the green links in date order, if two meets are on the same date then the first one posted takes precedence. What pictures can I upload? Pictures of the event itself, and do not upload pictures of members that you know are forum barred. If you do upload unwittingly you will be advised by a moderator and the images will be removed. Do not upload lewd or racy images either.

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what do women really want from fish? Posted: 9/27/2009 6:39:28 AM
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Events In The UK - Next Two Weeks & FAQ Posted: 9/26/2009 4:31:05 AM
Im thinking of hosting hope this is the right place to ask , anyways the thing that worries me is getting 20 before i can mass mail , This is only applies to your first event. The Mass Mail is also a simple thing to send and once you have an approved event in the Event Forum it is a good idea to take a look through the FAQ in the Event Host Forum as you will then have access to that forum. This thread deals with the How To FAQ - How To Mass Mail Not so long ago there was a sense of community within the Event Hosts and you would often see other hosts signing up to a "New" hosts event and encouraging them with their event. This practice is almost non existant now. However, there is nothing to stop you mailing all those on your favourites lists and asking friends and other hosts to sign up to get you to the magic 20. ive heard its a good idea to get another host to mass mail for you, is this okay and the best way to do it ? This is not against the rules, however, it is a very bad way to do it in some cases, if you are asking someone who hosts in the exact same area as you and also the same type of events then it could be considered a reasonable action. You have to remember that the Mass Mail is sent to those that are on the sending Hosts mailing list, if they do not live near you then all of their attendees will receive a mail about another event far from where they live which can cause annoyance and irritation. If the same host is constantly mailing out for other people then it could be considered spam as it is considered as taken that if you sign up to a specific event by a specific host you will receive mail (unless you have turned the filter on) from that specific host about their specific events. Constantly receiving mail from that host for events that are not theirs could cause that host to be removed and barred for spamming members. There is a failure to understand the mass mail and how "your attendee list grows" ONLY the HOST that posted the event gains those sign ups to their mass mail list, if another host mails out for you they do not gain your sign up list, if you are a co-host on any events you do not gain that sign up list. There are further issues with allowing someone else to mass mail for you, most members will mail back with queries to the person that sent the mail and not the host of the event. That person then has to have enough time invested in your event to ensure they reply to all those mails. You also have to remember that you are trusting them to the success of your event in many ways. There are various easy ways to put someone off attending an event without actually saying "don't go" Much as it may be considered worrying to reach the 20 sign ups for your first event with a few mails and a little help from your friends this can easily be achieved, thereby ensuring not only is your event run in a way that suits you but also that you can ensure the correct information is given to people and that they are not ignored as you have a vested interest in your event being a success. As an aside it would also be prudent that for those new Hosts that have stupidly given another person their password to their account in order to send mass mails for them on their account or for whatever reason, that they change their password straight after this has been done. No one should have the password to your POF account. If you are hosting and you allow others to use your account this is the quickest way to removal of your event and possibly your account too.

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Irish EU referendum! Posted: 9/26/2009 4:13:49 AM
Moved To Correct Forum

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Debunking creationist myths Posted: 9/24/2009 4:29:32 PM
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I am sure there was an event in Poole advertised here now cant find it... Posted: 9/24/2009 1:08:43 AM
This event Poole POF meet - Disco & Karaoke Oct 31st is in the UK Events Forum THREAD CLOSED

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Is it possible to injure the penis during sex? Posted: 9/22/2009 9:03:39 AM
Please Contact Your Local Health Professionals Thread Closed

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facebook whats the deal? Posted: 9/20/2009 4:29:10 AM
Off Topic Posting removed. Address the topic and not other posters. Thanks to those who remained on topic.

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walkers? Posted: 9/18/2009 11:26:15 AM
You already posted this thread here http://forums.plentyoffish.com/datingPosts13131822.aspx Read the rules below before continuing to post. LINKS TO THE RULES Welcome to Plentyoffish's Forums Read Before Posting Forum Rules - Specific Forum Posting Guidelines Frequently Asked Questions Terms of Service/User Agreement Forum Rule Violations - Report Thread No More Self Pity Threads FAQ UK Forum Rules THREAD CLOSED

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Halloween Fright Night at Movie World Posted: 9/18/2009 7:21:32 AM
Organising An Event Read Hosting a Event? Things you need to Know Below is your Local Singles Events Forum Australia Singles Events For All Event Queries & For Approval Contact ---> Event Moderator

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Elephant to be charged with assult perhaps??
Posted: 9/16/2009 2:04:49 PM

For the veteran Hijackers - keep your opinions about the posters to yourselves and discuss the subject matter - or haven't the following sank in yet?

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Chat threads
Posted: 9/16/2009 12:25:11 PM

I understand that the rules say do not use the forums as a chat room.

Then we need not go any further than the posted rules to which you know the premier rule that the forums are not CHAT rooms - those can be found anywhere else on the net by using google and chat room as the search criteria. Spamming in the open forums however, is of course expressly forbidden.

Simply because some posts have not been updated does not absolve anyone of making up their own rules, or non adherence to the rules.

The rule came into being because people do not know how to take an inch, but more so a mile. Given the number of extremely limited resources, we cannot undertake monitoring over 90 chat threads - they turn ugly and all hell breaks loose. The forums have been there in the past and they're not going to be revisted. The forums were never intended as replacements for any chat facility.

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Chat threads Posted: 9/16/2009 7:29:17 AM
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sex and sexuality forum is not there and forum history.
Posted: 9/16/2009 7:24:47 AM

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Anyone Fancy Organising a Dublin POF Night?? Posted: 9/16/2009 6:54:31 AM
Organising An Event read Hosting a Event? Things you need to Know For All Event Queries & For Approval Contact ---> Event Moderator

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Galway Night out ? Anyone interested in going???? Posted: 9/16/2009 6:53:10 AM
Organising An Event If you wish to post an interest thread then you need to post that in your "Local Forum" and also read Hosting a Event? Things you need to Know Ireland Singles Events For All Event Queries & For Approval Contact ---> Event Moderator

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First contact in person
Posted: 9/16/2009 5:55:25 AM

THIS THREAD IS LOCKED PENDING DELETION

45+ Forum Rules

The only valid topics permitted in this forum are for issues and discussion topics THAT ARE SPECIFIC and EXCLUSIVELY experienced by members, Ages 45 and Over.

In Other Words - IF the topic or issue can be experienced by any age group, then it does NOT belong in this forum - post it to the one of the other general forums.

Understand that simply tagging on +45 to your subject does NOT make it a valid topic for this forum - Re-Read the first point and then ask yourself if your thread can be experienced by any other age group - If the answer is yes, then post it elsewhere.

Realize that this is not a forum for only 45+ members to "hang out" in - anyone may participate and give a valid opinion or contribution.

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event threads voted off? Posted: 9/16/2009 4:48:35 AM
It seems that every time someone puts up a new event thread in California, before the moderator has a chance to approve it, some people just vote it down. And it's not because it's not set up correctly. Either; mail any moderator and let them know an event thread is being voted off, they can stop this and also take action against those abusing their vote or Report it in the Report Violations Thread and state that an Event thread is being incorrectly voted off. Meanwhile there are event threads posted in this forum... Report them in the Report Violations Thread stating that an event has been posted in the Event Host Forum and needs moving as it is off topic. This means that the thread can be moved to the persons local forum and also they can be mailed to tell them where to find what they need to know about hosting events etc. Report Violations Thread

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How do I host an event? Posted: 9/16/2009 1:39:52 AM
Read this Looking for An Event You should look in your local area "Singles Events Forum" to see if there are member organised events there. Organising An Event If you wish to post an interest thread then you need to post that in your "Local Forum" and also read Hosting a Event? Things you need to Know Below is a list of Local Forums & Local Singles Events Forums Worldwide UK Local UK Singles Events Austalia Local Australia Singles Events Ireland Local Ireland Singles Events Canada Alberta Local Alberta Singles Events British Columbia Local British Columbia Singles Events Manitoba Local Manitoba Singles Events New Brunswick Local New Brunswick Singles Events Newfoundland Local Newfoundland Singles Events Nova Scotia Local Nova Scotia Singles Events Ontario Local Ontario Singles Events Prince Edward Island Local Prince Edward Island Singles Events Quebec Local Quebec Singles Events Saskatchewan Local Saskatchewan Singles Events USA Alabama Local Alabama Singles Events Alaska Local Alaska Singles Events Arizona Local Arizona Singles Events Arkansas Local Arkansas Singles Events California Local California Singles Events Colorado Local Colorado Singles Events Connecticut Local Connecticut Singles Events Delaware Local Delaware Singles Events District Of Columbia Local District Of Columbia Singles Events Florida Local Florida Singles Events Georgia Local Georgia Singles Events Hawaii Local Hawaii Singles Events Idaho Local Idaho Singles Events Illinois Local Illinois Singles Events Indiana Local Indiana Singles Events Iowa Local Iowa Singles Events Kansas Local Kansas Singles Events Kentucky Local Kentucky Singles Events Louisiana Local Louisiana Singles Events Maine Local Maryland Local Maryland Singles Events Massachusetts Local Massachusetts Singles Events Michigan Local Michigan Singles Events Minnesota Local Minnesota Singles Events Mississippi Local Mississippi Singles Events Missouri Local Missouri Singles Events Montana Local Nebraska Local Nebraska Singles Events Nevada Local Nevada Singles Events New Hampshire Local New Hampshire Singles Events New Jersey Local New Jersey Singles Events New Mexico Local New Mexico Singles Events New York Local New York Singles Events North Carolina Local North Carolina Singles Events North Dakota Local Ohio Local Ohio Singles Events Oklahoma Local Oklahoma Singles Events Oregon Local Oregon Singles Events Pennsylvania Local Pennsylvania Singles Events Rhode Island Local Rhode Island Singles Events South Carolina Local South Carolina Singles Events South Dakota Local Tennessee Local Tennessee Singles Events Texas Local Texas Singles Events Utah Local Vermont Local Virginia Local Virginia Singles Events Washington Local Washington Singles Events West Virginia Local West Virginia Singles Events Wisconsin Local Wisconsin Singles Events Wyoming Local For All Event Queries & For Approval Contact ---> Event Moderator

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Some more for a Laugh Posted: 9/14/2009 6:49:00 PM
Keep All Your Jokes in ONE thread - do not create a separate thread for each joke.

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Posted: 9/13/2009 7:39:06 PM

You know, you really should at least answer the question. I had a question that I was wanting an answer for, and instead you just delete the thread.

Covered in the rules – read them.

that's pretty inconsiderate.

So is wasting our time with a protest thread.

I just wanted to know if there was any way to get posting privelidges reinstated for the forum and you go and delete it without answering.

That’s because it’s already spelled out in the rules.

the least you could have done is respond.. then I would have had my answer!

That's why the rules are written – self service.

can you not do that at least? is there that big of a problem answering a simple question?

Here’s your answer – in the rules:

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What is my worst feature? Posted: 9/8/2009 2:01:18 AM
Are by chance the Posted Rules at the top of this forum not explicit enough? .........................................................................................................................

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LA County Fair Posted: 9/8/2009 12:32:30 AM
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Is it possible to do permanent damage if your partner is a tiny bit too big? Posted: 9/7/2009 1:08:53 PM
Please Contact Your Local Health Professionals Thread Closed

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My dating profile ,does it agree with u ? Posted: 9/7/2009 12:44:48 PM
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Ladies, a question about your roses... Posted: 9/7/2009 9:11:48 AM
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is it ok to have a girl as your best friend? Posted: 9/7/2009 9:03:29 AM
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why do women here not answer? thread closed Posted: 9/7/2009 7:59:56 AM
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