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[dharmon]

This isn't one of those messages to terrorists or drug traffickers is it?

[CShaveRR]

You can always count on me for a straight answer to a straight question. And you may count on it being spelled correctly and hopefully understandable.

But it's the "above and beyond" that's most interesting. I've been able to dive into some unintentional openings left by unsuspecting people, and have managed to adopt a chocolate-loving "little sister". I hope I've made some other friends, too...anybody who identified himself (or herself) to me as a forum poster while watching trains around here (Chicago's western suburbs) would be warmly greeted.

The sister (or her cat), by the way, may have plenty to say by this time tomorrow.

[Anonymous]

You guys are being waaaaay too serious. I'm changing my photo again if this keeps up!

LC

[Anonymous]

QUOTE: Originally posted by dharmon

Ummm...nevermind.

Roger, Out.

LOL... good humor.
It still brings you closer to that 3rd star.

[Anonymous]

There's nothing wrong with not being serious. I don't know how many people have complained about our "behavior" on the formus. You dont have to be serious, and you can still get the answer to the question you have asked. I've made some good friends here, they are very good people. And I wish you the same, mr. Harrier. I've been posting here since August 1st, and I have learned a lot of new stuff.
Once again, you dont need to be a rocket scientist to post here. Everyone is welome.[:p]

[dharmon]

Ummm...nevermind.

Roger, Out.

[edblysard]

Mr. Harrier,
Please note the two most replied to threads here.

"Stupid question thread" and
"Would you belive a little humor here"

While the first does, on occasion deal with trains and railroading, the second has absolutly nothing to do with trains, yet it is one of the most read, and replied to posting here.

We do diverge from the topic on occasion, ok most of the time one of us cracks wise, but it would be a dry forum if we didnt.

I didnt come here for a purely technical forum, I can find rivet counters on a lot of other forums.

I come here because of one thing, and one thing only...

This forum fun and funny.

Trust me, after a day of flat yard switching, I need all the laughs I can get.

Look, listen and laugh along with us, in between the bad jokes, lousy grammer and horrid spelling, (no Kev, I am not reffering to you, you have a excuse)
you just might find a bunch of fun, knowledgable folks, who will go out of their way to research a answer to your question.

If it means you have to put up with bad jokes, well....

You still get your information, and the cost is right.

Stay Frosty,
Ed[:D]

[Anonymous]

I agree with Jhhtrainsplanes and JoeKoh. I decided to post a topic two weeks ago, started posting on other topics. within a week, I had my first star, and a new hobby/family. I look forward to new posts by these four star posters, and have begun quoting the forum members to freinds and families. And of course, I spend most of my time reading...........................posts.

[JoeKoh]

K P
first of all I welcome you to the forums.I could give you enough tech data and info about railroads to last you for years but that would be boring.We like to poke fun and have fun while responding to questions.its true we get sidetracked but were more of a family type forum than a straight question and answer session.so if you have a question I will make my responses short and try to help you.if you would like to see pics of trains(mostly CSX equipment) email me.Again I welcome you and your input.
stay safe
Joe

[Anonymous]

After you get a few stars under your name you might change your mind. There is alot of joking around in the forums by members who contribute on a regular basis. It sorta becomes a family and we look forward to each others comments. We do joke, and sometimes we even talk about trains. But you know the saying -- all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.

By the way, many of us email each other on a regular basis, have chat sessions away from the forums, and some of us even write and call each other on the phone. As time goes on you will feel the family atmosphere (hopefully) and join in.

Try it, you'll like it. [;)] [:D]

[K. P. Harrier]

I find statements clearly made and that DO NOT DEVIATE from a topic discussion theme to be refreshing, and show skill and insight on the part of a forum contributor. Perhaps some find scatterbrain irrelevancy appealing, but I sure don’t. Post brevity (when possible) also demonstrates thoughtfulness, and is a courtesy toward attracted readers.