[Daisys Mum]

[quote author=deepinthewoods link=topic=32698.msg3280

it was really noticable to me, that when one of the members here was being threatened with eviction, and had nowhere to go,  the only people who offered any help, were the ones who owned no land of their own. that sort of said it all. how many acres between all the members? not one offered a pitch up. i really couldnt believe that.

its ok to be rich, its ok to have land, but if youve lost all humanity, what is the point?


Sorry DITW but I thought this was a forum where we all share our knowledge (or lack of) and opinions, I didn't realise that obliged me to take in other members and their animals. How many of us and our circumstances do you actually know that you can make a comment like that.
What I have has come from years of scrimping and saving and hard work, I am sure there are MANY others on here just like me.
In your world people may share there last fag or beer but in my world these are things we forgo to pay for the things that matter to us.

[Castle Farm]

Well Deep the best of luck with whatever you do.

We shared our differences on this forum, as everyone has a right to thier opinion.

As far as it's OK to be rich...wealth isn't easily got, you have to put the time in or win ot on the lottery.

[doganjo]

I don't know of anyone else who would want to bad mouth Rosemary.  She is one of the fairest and hard-working people I know - both on here and personally.  So for that reason, as well as some other reasons there is no need to delve into now, 

You write as if you have a huge chip on your shoulder.  Try to get rid of it.  Just remember this is not a dress rehearsal and it is good to be good to others.

As for you and Plums - none of my business but if it's true I hope she keeps her head screwed on.

I am happy this is your last post DITW.

[Bramblecot]

Sorry to read that you are leaving us.  Whilst I have not always agreed with you, it has been interesting to hear another point of view . 
For the record, my tiny acres were earned through over 35 years of full time shift work in public service, commuting for 3+ hours a day, no holidays for 10 years, no fags, and buying mainly charity shop clothes - so please don't judge me.  And I still have a massive mortgage.  We all make our own choices in life , be happy.

[Tregwyr]

I read DITWs posts re the bedroom tax. As you know, I am new on here. I was surprised and appalled at the aggression in some of his comments, to the extent that I had a look at some previous posts. I almost wrote to Rosemary and Dan to ask how someone who could be so personal and vitriolic could be a moderator, but then was concerned that if I did, I would have him or someone like him, down on me like a tonne of bricks. Please can we keep this forum friendly - comments like criticising prices for pork, criticising people's choices of animals for sale etc, make newbies feel incredibly uncomfortable and wonder whether we will be slated for asking a question. Fingers crossed this post doesn't result in abuse...

[suziequeue]

Cripes - I only ever "spoke" to DITW about cucumbers!! Sorry to hear there's been so much other stuff going on.

I miss so much on here 'cos I only read posts about lambs, chickens, knitting and cukes.

[colliewoman]

So long mate, I will miss you on here. Fortunately in real life my aim is better


See you soon 

[smiley bucket]

Hell that is a shame, i really liked your posts, and shared a lot of your concerns regarding monsanto etc.  i wonder if i can track you down elsewhere. . . . i have a feeling i know you somewhere else but never got round to asking.   

[Lesley Silvester]

I'll miss you,Dave, even if I don't always agree with you, but I'm sure I'll be able to keep up with the petitions via Facebook.

[Dan]

... to the extent that I had a look at some previous posts. I almost wrote to Rosemary and Dan to ask how someone who could be so personal and vitriolic could be a moderator, but then was concerned that if I did, I would have him or someone like him, down on me like a tonne of bricks.

Please do report anything in future that you have concerns about. We can't read everything on the forum and I haven't even glanced at the thread you mentioned. And there is no immunity for moderators, so please have confidence that we'd try to act appropriately whatever the circumstance. If you're worried about your report being seen by a mod please just PM me or Rosemary. 

[tizaala]

Dave will be missed , For those that have never met him I can tell you , he is a devoted and caring father to his wonderful daughter Ellie, His passionate belief in the support of the underdog and hatred of injustice in this world has to be admired, I'm proud to call him a friend even when he's being a royal pain in the arse.
As for running away with Plumbs ! he will have to join the queue ......

[Hassle]

I read DITWs posts re the bedroom tax. As you know, I am new on here. I was surprised and appalled at the aggression in some of his comments, to the extent that I had a look at some previous posts. I almost wrote to Rosemary and Dan to ask how someone who could be so personal and vitriolic could be a moderator, but then was concerned that if I did, I would have him or someone like him, down on me like a tonne of bricks. Please can we keep this forum friendly - comments like criticising prices for pork, criticising people's choices of animals for sale etc, make newbies feel incredibly uncomfortable and wonder whether we will be slated for asking a question. Fingers crossed this post doesn't result in abuse...

As a newbie I think this forum is moderated really well .... There is freedom of speech / opinions ... But if someone is not being polite they are told

[Backinwellies]

 I totally back your comments Tregwyr ... I too am relatively new .... I followed that thread with growing horror.... and nearly stopped my daily visit to the forum.  Forums are for discussion and support not vindictive personal outbursts ... I also take offence to BITW comments on us all .........  you do not have any idea as to our personal circumstances or how close any of us are to losing it all .. or for that matter if we are disabled and about to pay bedroom tax...   I look forward to a forum full of support, information and discussion .... please regular 'oldies' remember how your comments affect any newbies dropping in for some well needed support /  advice for their small holding venture.
Linda

[Brijjy]

It's always sad when people leave forums, especially when they've had interesting and maybe at times, controversial views. I've seen it happen on a couple of forums I've been on but I suppose that's life in that not everyone is going to agree on everything all of the time. I come on here to share my experiences, to seek advice and to have a giggle at the jokes. I don't think I've been offended by anyone. DITW I hope that you have a good life, doing what you enjoy x

[john and helen]

running a forum can be a daunting task..i know ! i run one 
Ive never met any of you, but you all seem like a great bunch, and there are bound to be cross wires,
if we were all the same, forums would be boring

as much as i love talking politics... politics has its place,,.sometimes its best left off of forums, when people don't really know each other...different circumstances causes different beliefs ,

Being a moderator holds a responsibility to the site, you need to have the ability to sit on the fence, even when you don't always agree with what someone's views are, yet be able to step in when it gets personal and stop things getting out of hand...

always sad to see someone who enjoyed a site leave, but ! at the end of the day..if you are not happy with a forum, site ,club..the best thing is to either leave, or take a step back.

good luck to you for the future,