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Title: 12,000 posts
Post by: Tank on July 09, 2012, 09:37:28 PM
And what a waste of fucking time they were .
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: AnimatedDirt on July 09, 2012, 09:41:36 PM
Quote from: Tank on July 09, 2012, 09:37:28 PM
And what a waste of fucking time they were .

Agreed.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Asmodean on July 09, 2012, 09:42:31 PM
The Asmo wants 10000 :(
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Ali on July 09, 2012, 09:53:20 PM
(((Tank)))  Please don't feel badly.  You are a much loved and valued member of this forum.  You can't please everybody all of the time; it's just not possible.  But that doesn't mean that we don't appreciate you and everything you do.  We do.  Congrats on 12000 and to another great 12000 more.   :)

AD - Stop being nasty.  Totally uncalled for.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: AnimatedDirt on July 09, 2012, 09:56:04 PM
Quote from: Ali on July 09, 2012, 09:53:20 PM
(((Tank)))  Please don't feel badly.  You are a much loved and valued member of this forum.  You can't please everybody all of the time; it's just not possible.  But that doesn't mean that we don't appreciate you and everything you do.  We do.  Congrats on 12000 and to another great 12000 more.   :)

AD - Stop being nasty.  Totally uncalled for.

Me?  I simply agreed with his statement, but I'm nasty?
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Ali on July 09, 2012, 09:57:30 PM
Yes, that was nasty.  And you know it.  Cut it out.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: The Black Jester on July 09, 2012, 09:57:49 PM
Edited to correct a horrific spelling error:

Tank, your awesomeness is manifest.  I second that you are appreciated, and thank you for your efforts here on HAF.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: AnimatedDirt on July 09, 2012, 10:03:19 PM
Quote from: Ali on July 09, 2012, 09:57:30 PM
Yes, that was nasty.  And you know it.  Cut it out.

So it's ok for a member to post in that tone ( your reply is proof of the tone we all took it as ) and we're supposed to stroke that?
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Ali on July 09, 2012, 10:06:20 PM
How about just not kicking people when you know they're down? 
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: AnimatedDirt on July 09, 2012, 10:08:10 PM
Quote from: Ali on July 09, 2012, 10:06:20 PM
How about just not kicking people when you know they're down?

Would you call this thread OP a "civil tone"?  I wouldn't.

Think if I had made this thread and post...?
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Asmodean on July 09, 2012, 10:21:55 PM
How is the OP uncivil? You are not one of those weirdos who are freaked out by the word "fucking", are you?  ???
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: AnimatedDirt on July 09, 2012, 10:24:27 PM
Quote from: Asmodean on July 09, 2012, 10:21:55 PM
How is the OP uncivil? You are not one of those weirdos who are freaked out by the word "fucking", are you?  ???

Weirdo?  No, not freaked out by the word, "fucking"...just the context and timing.

Now...let's try and think how we'd react if AD had made this thread and the words used in context and timing...
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Will on July 09, 2012, 10:25:14 PM
AD, I went out on a fucking limb for you this morning. You repaid my attempt to rectify the situation with accusation, conspiracy, and now you post this? Goodbye. You are no longer welcome here.

Tank, I sincerely apologize for trying to find middle ground between responsible moderation and abject rudeness.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Stevil on July 09, 2012, 10:39:30 PM
Quote from: AnimatedDirt on July 09, 2012, 09:56:04 PM
Me?  I simply agreed with his statement, but I'm nasty?
I think it is time for some people to chill, just for a day or two.
No good can come of this, there will be no winners.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Recusant on July 09, 2012, 10:49:08 PM
Quote from: Stevil on July 09, 2012, 10:39:30 PMI think it is time for some people to chill, just for a day or two.
No good can come of this, there will be no winners.

Agreed. If any more silliness is put on display here, I'll be only too happy to take this thread off of the public sections of the forum.

Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: xSilverPhinx on July 09, 2012, 10:49:52 PM
Quote from: Stevil on July 09, 2012, 10:39:30 PM
Quote from: AnimatedDirt on July 09, 2012, 09:56:04 PM
Me?  I simply agreed with his statement, but I'm nasty?
I think it is time for some people to chill, just for a day or two.
No good can come of this, there will be no winners.

Agreed. Let's just quiet this down for a while. AD, it isn't cool to do that publicly.

Tank, your posts were not a waste, it's understandable how difficult to it can be to moderate a place. you want HAF to run smoothly, and it shows.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Siz on July 09, 2012, 11:46:56 PM
Howsabout:

Yay to 12000 posts!

Cheers Tank. Don't go changin'! ;)

Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: DeterminedJuliet on July 10, 2012, 12:01:29 AM
(((Tank))) They weren't a waste! Things are a little... heated at the moment, but this forum really wouldn't be the same without you. There have been a lot of opinions flying around lately, but, I hope you remember that you have the respect of a lot of people here. It takes a lot of character to be a good moderator, I think. And you're a great one. I was a moderator for about 6 months on another forum and I stepped down because I couldn't handle it all. Please don't be disheartened. <3<3<3
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Guardian85 on July 10, 2012, 12:27:08 AM
Tank! Congrats on 12,000. Very impressive and most appreciated.




Quote from: Recusant on July 09, 2012, 10:49:08 PM
Agreed. If any more silliness is put on display here, I'll be only too happy to take this thread off of the public sections of the forum.

One last silliness
(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.telegraph.co.uk%2Fculture%2Ffiles%2F2010%2F07%2Fsilliness.jpg&hash=24411528aa392e11eb8b87c4e8917c7c200a9d0c)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Ali on July 10, 2012, 12:30:54 AM
I can't....stop....looking....Why does he have a 74 on his forehead?  Why is there fire?  WHY IS HE WEARING THAT?
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: xSilverPhinx on July 10, 2012, 12:36:42 AM
Someone ought to write up a weird story about that picture.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Recusant on July 10, 2012, 12:41:57 AM
Quote from: Guardian85 on July 10, 2012, 12:27:08 AMOne last silliness . . .

Heh, that is very silly, just not what I was talking about. (https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg826.imageshack.us%2Fimg826%2F4195%2Flolbymissbangles.gif&hash=a459a670b2fef67538964246ce892a4b5f7d96e2)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Anti-antidisestablishmentarianism on July 10, 2012, 01:00:34 AM
I really don't understand what all the fuss was about, but congrats Tank!
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Squid on July 10, 2012, 01:35:28 AM
I need that bunny with a pancake on its head pic...I suppose that's what I get for not checking in here regularly.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: DeterminedJuliet on July 10, 2012, 01:50:37 AM
I'm not sure why that man is wearing that thing, but I think I understand why he has such a pained expression on his face.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Buddy on July 10, 2012, 01:55:24 AM
Quote from: Ali on July 10, 2012, 12:30:54 AM
I can't....stop....looking....Why does he have a 74 on his forehead?  Why is there fire?  WHY IS HE WEARING THAT?

I think he looks quite dashing in that mankini.


(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi412.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fpp202%2Fbudhorse4%2FUntitled-1.png&hash=4c3fae94529991504f969f62c435115f3de0530f)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: DeterminedJuliet on July 10, 2012, 02:03:02 AM
Can we turn this into a mankini/happy12000 thread, for optimal silly?
(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages1.fanpop.com%2Fimages%2Fimage_uploads%2FMankini-borat-1116041_554_700.jpg&hash=44782a509359559631ba5bf869cf1bca1f13b7ce)

Everyone! Bring Tank a mankini! stat!
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Buddy on July 10, 2012, 02:09:47 AM
Well, there is a minecraft skin with a mankini that looks very similar to the one pictures.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Ali on July 10, 2012, 04:37:35 AM
A lot of disturbing images come up when you google "mankini."  Here's a fun one:

(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi46.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ff131%2Faasaliman%2Fmankini.jpg&hash=bca33ec7ed860491c00af487eb2a49826ca0f747)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: xSilverPhinx on July 10, 2012, 04:49:15 AM
A social scientist might find this sort of stuff interesting. Crisis...mankinis.

Maybe just a bit baffling.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Buddy on July 10, 2012, 04:50:15 AM
For you classy ladies:

(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fresources0.news.com.au%2Fimages%2F2008%2F06%2F24%2Fva1237315416141%2FMankini-6108312.jpg&hash=64d8905d8e24de043a62c032eb9f83a757a8f39b)

I think Tank might be a bit confused tomorrow.  :D
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Sweetdeath on July 10, 2012, 04:53:14 AM
Dear gods, you crazy son of a---!!!  ;D ;D


Congrats, great Tank.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Dobermonster on July 10, 2012, 04:57:07 AM
Quote from: Budhorse4 on July 10, 2012, 04:50:15 AM
For you classy ladies:

(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fresources0.news.com.au%2Fimages%2F2008%2F06%2F24%2Fva1237315416141%2FMankini-6108312.jpg&hash=64d8905d8e24de043a62c032eb9f83a757a8f39b)

I think Tank might be a bit confused tomorrow.  :D

I like that he seems to have some sort of collar around his neck. Easier to keep 'em in line.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Stevil on July 10, 2012, 06:34:58 AM
Ith thith the thong thwead?


Happy 12K Tank, your a bloody legend!
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: OldGit on July 10, 2012, 08:33:02 AM
Tank, you've been an excellent moderator and I've hinted before that your influence has been responsible for the much improved atmosphere in the forum in the last year.  Your posts have been very far from a waste; much of the time they've been the oil that lubricates the place.  So congratulations on the 12,000.

Don't be downhearted, this will all blow over.  Except if you wear one of those mankinis - do that and I'll howl for your resignation.

Your friend,  David
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: The Magic Pudding on July 10, 2012, 09:17:13 AM
Happy 12,000 Tank.

(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fronitkory.files.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fpuppyinbikini.jpg&hash=4e61440b4c2b4f274f5ad81ab66c83d91c6d1986)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Wrath on July 10, 2012, 09:52:26 AM
Quote from: The Magic Pudding on July 10, 2012, 09:17:13 AM
Happy 12,000 Tank.

(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fronitkory.files.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fpuppyinbikini.jpg&hash=4e61440b4c2b4f274f5ad81ab66c83d91c6d1986)
I protest! This dog is not wearing the fancy hat that I have been led to expect from you. Such wasted opportunity!

(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worldofstock.com%2Fslides%2FPPT1427.jpg&hash=9f2d1a4c07cdad2ef5352a74ec7e22ce8e42273b)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: The Magic Pudding on July 10, 2012, 10:03:04 AM
Quote from: Wrath on July 10, 2012, 09:52:26 AM
I protest! This dog is not wearing the fancy hat that I have been led to expect from you. Such wasted opportunity!

The dog did have a fine hat, that's why I lured in away from the little blind kid in the wheelchair.  I thought Tank might like it, no use to me, it's not as if there's much meat on its bones.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Wrath on July 10, 2012, 10:05:09 AM
Quote from: The Magic Pudding on July 10, 2012, 10:03:04 AM
Quote from: Wrath on July 10, 2012, 09:52:26 AM
I protest! This dog is not wearing the fancy hat that I have been led to expect from you. Such wasted opportunity!

The dog did have a fine hat, that's why I lured in away from the little blind kid in the wheelchair.  I thought Tank might like it, no use to me, it's not as if there's much meat on its bones.
Ahaaaaah. I see. That's pretty low. ;) I still hope that I get to see some of these fine hats at some point.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Velma on July 10, 2012, 10:11:55 AM
Quote from: Tank on July 09, 2012, 09:37:28 PM
And what a waste of fucking time they were .
They were not.  I for one am very glad you are here - otherwise I wouldn't be here.  Congratulations!  You are part of the reason this place is as nice as it is.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: The Magic Pudding on July 10, 2012, 10:12:50 AM
(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F7ERF4.png&hash=5bd2e9b34695499a621bb3300250b9e96158dc57) (https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F971kz.png&hash=89ac616c5827803037c1a602f6d7b916f9099f78) (https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FhUniP.png&hash=be8363a779ebd2c1235ea8c928fac198d39a0736) (https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2F3tzdr.png&hash=6c415c1774abc9afd6b3a4ea5282e15ff995fcc7)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Icarus on July 10, 2012, 10:05:24 PM
It is entirely clear that Tank is one of the essential pillars that hold this house up.

Tank, you are certainly appreciated. Your posts are good, better, and best.

Nuff said.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Dobermonster on July 10, 2012, 10:45:34 PM
Congratulations, Tank!

I, uh, ordered a cake but there was some confusion at the bakery, apparently...

(https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fthecakemom.files.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fthomasthetrain2-2.jpg&hash=627e4e56693e2c088c4a73f0606069615798fa43)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Firebird on July 10, 2012, 11:41:57 PM
Congrats Tank. This place wouldn't be the same without ya!
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Sweetdeath on July 11, 2012, 05:53:03 AM
the dog in the bathing suit is so hot
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Sandra Craft on July 11, 2012, 07:47:15 AM
Quote from: OldGit on July 10, 2012, 08:33:02 AM
Tank, you've been an excellent moderator and I've hinted before that your influence has been responsible for the much improved atmosphere in the forum in the last year.  Your posts have been very far from a waste; much of the time they've been the oil that lubricates the place.  So congratulations on the 12,000.

Don't be downhearted, this will all blow over.  Except if you wear one of those mankinis - do that and I'll howl for your resignation.

Your friend,  David

I second this (except for being your friend David).  I, too, think you're an excellent mod, storms are inevitable and if you ever wear a mankini I'm sending you my therapy bill.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Buddy on July 11, 2012, 08:31:54 AM
Quote from: BooksCatsEtc on July 11, 2012, 07:47:15 AM
I second this (except for being your friend David).  I, too, think you're an excellent mod, storms are inevitable and if you ever wear a mankini I'm sending you my therapy bill.

In ones.  ;D
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Tank on July 11, 2012, 11:40:10 AM
I've calmed down now. And one thing I thing I should point out is that I value so many of you that sometimes I lose perspective. I have un-banned ER. He is not responsible for my bad temper and over protectiveness of SD.

Thanks for the Hats and good wishes.

I will not be wearing a mankini... ever... 
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: En_Route on July 11, 2012, 12:00:33 PM
Quote from: Tank on July 11, 2012, 11:40:10 AM
I've calmed down now. And one thing I thing I should point out is that I value so many of you that sometimes I lose perspective. I have un-banned ER. He is not responsible for my bad temper and over protectiveness of SD.

Thanks for the Hats and good wishes.

I will not be wearing a mankini... ever... 

Chris and I have had an exchange of emails and I think we understand each other better now. It is generous of him to rehabilitate me and I would have had no cause to complain if he had decided to retain the ban. I did not intend to offend or attack SD in any way, but what I think of as a  vigorous debating style may come across as abrasive and disparaging on the printed page, for which I apologise.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: DeterminedJuliet on July 11, 2012, 01:25:59 PM
I am very happy to see all of this.   :)
En_Route, would you be interested in a mankini?
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: En_Route on July 11, 2012, 01:38:56 PM
Quote from: DeterminedJuliet on July 11, 2012, 01:25:59 PM
I am very happy to see all of this.   :)
En_Route, would you be interested in a mankini?

I have no doubt that it would display my Adonis- like physique to good advantage. But would it be  really worth the expense and trauma of divorce?
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Ali on July 11, 2012, 02:00:48 PM
This all makes me feel very warm and snuggly. Except the part about the mankinis.  Group hug?  ;D
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Asmodean on July 11, 2012, 02:56:17 PM
Quote from: Ali on July 11, 2012, 02:00:48 PM
Group hug?  ;D
>:(
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: En_Route on July 11, 2012, 03:03:19 PM
Quote from: Ali on July 11, 2012, 02:00:48 PM
This all makes me feel very warm and snuggly. Except the part about the mankinis.  Group hug?  ;D

Given your Latin temperament and the Godlessness of the rest of us, where might it all lead.? Maybe a handshake might be safer.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: OldGit on July 11, 2012, 03:04:01 PM
But less fun.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: DeterminedJuliet on July 11, 2012, 03:05:05 PM
Someone would definitely get goosed (my vote's Asmo). :D
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Ali on July 11, 2012, 03:59:04 PM
Hehe, yes, I vote we all goose Asmo at the same time.   ;D
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: xSilverPhinx on July 11, 2012, 04:45:03 PM
Quote from: Tank on July 11, 2012, 11:40:10 AM
I've calmed down now. And one thing I thing I should point out is that I value so many of you that sometimes I lose perspective. I have un-banned ER. He is not responsible for my bad temper and over protectiveness of SD.

Thanks for the Hats and good wishes.

I will not be wearing a mankini... ever... 

You're a good mod, Tank. :)

Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Asmodean on July 11, 2012, 05:27:53 PM
Quote from: Ali on July 11, 2012, 03:59:04 PM
Hehe, yes, I vote we all goose Asmo at the same time.   ;D
Asmos eat geese, so go ahead. (https://www.happyatheistforum.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi11.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa174%2Fbrowneyed-girl%2Fsmilies%2520encyclopedia%2Fbad-behaviour%2520offend%2520offended%2520tease%2Foffended.gif&hash=3843d88067662bc6eccda1333434b513e1117df7)
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Ali on July 11, 2012, 05:33:09 PM
You heard him!  This goosing will be consentual.  On 3.  1....2......
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: The Black Jester on July 11, 2012, 06:25:20 PM
Quote from: En_Route on July 11, 2012, 12:00:33 PM
Quote from: Tank on July 11, 2012, 11:40:10 AM
I've calmed down now. And one thing I thing I should point out is that I value so many of you that sometimes I lose perspective. I have un-banned ER. He is not responsible for my bad temper and over protectiveness of SD.

Thanks for the Hats and good wishes.

I will not be wearing a mankini... ever... 

Chris and I have had an exchange of emails and I think we understand each other better now. It is generous of him to rehabilitate me and I would have had no cause to complain if he had decided to retain the ban. I did not intend to offend or attack SD in any way, but what I think of as a  vigorous debating style may come across as abrasive and disparaging on the printed page, for which I apologise.


I'm very gratified there has been a mending of fences.  Good to have you back, E_R.
Title: Re: 12,000 posts
Post by: Firebird on July 13, 2012, 05:54:47 PM
Quote from: The Black Jester on July 11, 2012, 06:25:20 PM
Quote from: En_Route on July 11, 2012, 12:00:33 PM
Quote from: Tank on July 11, 2012, 11:40:10 AM
I've calmed down now. And one thing I thing I should point out is that I value so many of you that sometimes I lose perspective. I have un-banned ER. He is not responsible for my bad temper and over protectiveness of SD.

Thanks for the Hats and good wishes.

I will not be wearing a mankini... ever... 

Chris and I have had an exchange of emails and I think we understand each other better now. It is generous of him to rehabilitate me and I would have had no cause to complain if he had decided to retain the ban. I did not intend to offend or attack SD in any way, but what I think of as a  vigorous debating style may come across as abrasive and disparaging on the printed page, for which I apologise.


I'm very gratified there has been a mending of fences.  Good to have you back, E_R.

Seconded. Really happy to see this. Although if either of you post a picture of yourself in a mankini, I will never forgive you ;)