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Post by simnettpratt on Sept 15, 2017 5:43:17 GMT -5
So Justin (sparks) created this site a while back, and with JimInks signing up like, a million and one new folks (do you know everyone?), it's thriving.
I just wanted to thank you Justin, for introducing me to some of the finest people in the world. It's really expens, oh wait no, it's FREE to me. Justin pays for it, and gives it away to us.
Thanks bro, magnificent job, and thank you.
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Post by just ol ed on Sept 15, 2017 7:51:56 GMT -5
I can't add anything to the above regarding Justin's wonderful work. Have known him from way back from infrequent visits to a Buffalo, NY B&M. Such enthusiasm for everything. If Justin lived anywhere near our area now.....I'd be sure to slap a big 'ol gold star on the middle of his forehead! Am sure many others will add to the praise. Most know he also started a neat group chat. Would be nice to see others chime in, usually starts to get going somewhere around 9pm Eastern. www.chatzy.com/thebriarpatchThank you again from Buffalo, NY area o fearless leader! Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY |
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Post by Artistik on Sept 15, 2017 9:28:09 GMT -5
Great job Justin. I appreciate being here. Best Pipe Forum on the Internet.
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Post by Darin on Sept 15, 2017 10:11:53 GMT -5
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Post by JimInks on Sept 15, 2017 13:27:18 GMT -5
I appreciate Sparks for creating this forum where people can have a lot of fun. I've been here from the beginning, and the healthy, friendly enviroment of camaraderie minus trolls, and overly emotional dictatorial whims and jealousy don't exist here.
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Post by crapgame on Sept 15, 2017 13:52:22 GMT -5
Agreed! This is the place that always makes one and all feel welcome!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 14:53:30 GMT -5
Kudos here as well. Have wondered if there have (or should be) site auction of pipes and tobac to help with expenses?
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Post by simnettpratt on Sept 15, 2017 15:39:14 GMT -5
Just like his tobacco reviews. Yeah, a friendly and welcoming place.
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Post by herbinedave on Sept 15, 2017 16:44:13 GMT -5
Kudos to Sparks and all the fine members of The Briar patch!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2017 17:29:45 GMT -5
It is my favorite forum. Thanks, Justin. And you other admins. (Minions?)
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Post by simnettpratt on Sept 15, 2017 18:55:13 GMT -5
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Post by bonanzadriver on Sept 15, 2017 20:59:04 GMT -5
Great thread David.
I too have thoroughly enjoyed this site since learning of its existence from Jim, after being unceremoniously banned from kim jung woody's site (first time I've ever been banned from anywhere) for my avatar (yup, the one I'm using here)
Thanks for the great site Sparks. Great folks, and great times.
Dino
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Post by simnettpratt on Sept 15, 2017 22:26:21 GMT -5
cobguy cracks me up man. I like that dude.
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Post by sparks on Sept 16, 2017 5:55:46 GMT -5
Thanks, guys and gals.
I have been part of the forums for years and helped with administration of a few. Every one of them seemed to be missing something in my mind, and maybe it was just that I wasn't the guy running it. I had a vision for a place that was fun, visually appealing, easy to use and devoid of the petty BS that exists elsewhere. We have clearly defined rules, but in an atmosphere that makes you feel at home. I don't want people to ever feel like they have to look over their shoulder or worry that they are going to piss off the owner or the mods. That's how The Patch was born.
I think the struggle that other sites have is that they turn into some sort of Machiavellian fiefdom. You have to do this because you love it, not because you want to exert control over a group of people. That defeats the purpose.
I'm grateful for this site, the people that call it home and the staff that help me keep the train on the rails.
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Post by simnettpratt on Sept 16, 2017 7:03:54 GMT -5
This. When you start getting a lot of posts complaining about the rules, and how they're treated, you kinda see the writing on the walls. I don't recall ever seeing that here.
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Post by lestrout on Sept 16, 2017 9:37:43 GMT -5
Let me add to the kudos here. And the great Chat resource as well. It's funny that we have other connections, such as Morley's and Lehigh Valley PC, which has turned into a nice personal friendship. Although my dad was born and raised in Philly, at this point you are a major connection with Center City for me. Funny that I kinda knew you in your Buffalo/Windjammer days. In spite of all that, your site would still be at the top of my list when I sign in every day. You may have started this and maintain it diligently, but the folks here have made it into the fine place it is.
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Post by orley on Sept 16, 2017 12:41:03 GMT -5
I too am grateful to sparks for starting and providing this forum. It's a relaxing way to spend some time with some great folks. I don't contribute all that much, but I still enjoy being a part of it.
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Post by Ronv69 on Sept 16, 2017 13:12:29 GMT -5
You have to do this because you love it, not because you want to exert control over a group of people. That defeats the purpose. . Sparks, you are damaging the carefully cultivated image that we IT Administrators have worked for years to create. There are 10s of thousands of us still working in the industry who will be bombarded with requests for a clean mouse ball, access to Facebook, unlocking access to screen savers, etc., that we have trained the "users" to not dare to approach us with. We only appear to be omnipotent dictators to preserve our sanity. If the plebiscite finds out the truth, it will be Kaos! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 13:14:26 GMT -5
Thanks, guys and gals. I have been part of the forums for years and helped with administration of a few. Every one of them seemed to be missing something in my mind, and maybe it was just that I wasn't the guy running it. I had a vision for a place that was fun, visually appealing, easy to use and devoid of the petty BS that exists elsewhere. We have clearly defined rules, but in an atmosphere that makes you feel at home. I don't want people to ever feel like they have to look over their shoulder or worry that they are going to piss off the owner or the mods. That's how The Patch was born. I think the struggle that other sites have is that they turn into some sort of Machiavellian fiefdom. You have to do this because you love it, not because you want to exert control over a group of people. That defeats the purpose. I'm grateful for this site, the people that call it home and the staff that help me keep the train on the rails. We need one of those hand-clapping emojis! |
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Post by simnettpratt on Sept 16, 2017 13:25:05 GMT -5
@ronv: best request for support I ever got was from a lady who wanted to know if her computer was 'skipping pages' because she had too much kinetic! energy, because she 'couldn't put a piece of toast in the toaster without it catching fire'. Never did figure out what the problem was, but after I'd cleaned and optimized her pc and she was happy, ran like hell.
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Post by Ronv69 on Sept 16, 2017 13:37:23 GMT -5
@ronv: best request for support I ever got was from a lady who wanted to know if her computer was 'skipping pages' because she had too much kinetic! energy, because she 'couldn't put a piece of toast in the toaster without it catching fire'. Never did figure out what the problem was, but after I'd cleaned and optimized her pc and she was happy, ran like hell. Over 22 years, I can't even remember what the "best" was. Some of the incidents were things that would require too much explanation for this site. I had to drive 100 miles to a client once that couldn't understand where to insert the diskette from phone instructions. She also thought that the cd drive was a cup holder, although it was defective because it kept dumping her coffee. The whole front of her pc was brown and sticky. Really. I had to take the front off and clean it inside and out and buy q-tips for the diskette drive before I could get it to read the diskette. She told the owner that I called her a moron. I told him that I never used "that" word. |
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Post by trailboss on Sept 16, 2017 13:58:39 GMT -5
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Post by That Falls Guy on Sept 16, 2017 18:18:12 GMT -5
Great thread David. I too have thoroughly enjoyed this site since learning of its existence from Jim, after being unceremoniously banned from kim jung woody's site (first time I've ever been banned from anywhere) for my avatar (yup, the one I'm using here) Thanks for the great site Sparks. Great folks, and great times. Dino I too, and many others, have been banned by Kim Jung Woody. I'd love to start a thread about this guy, but it wouldn't be appropriate to bash one forum on another! Was happy to see someone else at least make a comment on it. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2017 21:07:27 GMT -5
Great thread David. I too have thoroughly enjoyed this site since learning of its existence from Jim, after being unceremoniously banned from kim jung woody's site (first time I've ever been banned from anywhere) for my avatar (yup, the one I'm using here) Thanks for the great site Sparks. Great folks, and great times. Dino I too, and many others, have been banned by Kim Jung Woody. I'd love to start a thread about this guy, but it wouldn't be appropriate to bash one forum on another! Was happy to see someone else at least make a comment on it. kim jung woody!  There's probably nothing stopping people from sharing ban stories in the chat room, huh? Or would that not be allowed? |
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Post by just ol ed on Sept 16, 2017 22:11:17 GMT -5
wonder how many other sites have banned the legendary JtN. Reputation 'tho is at the pipe shows, completely different person. Good guy.
Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY
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Post by redzin on Sept 17, 2017 17:01:00 GMT -5
I have to say, being a newbie, Justin, offered assistance immediately helping to get my old avatar posted.
I know I'm going to enjoy this forum.
Thank you again.
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Post by paulllaser on Sept 17, 2017 18:53:11 GMT -5
I appreciate Sparks for creating this forum where people can have a lot of fun. I've been here from the beginning, and the healthy, friendly enviroment of camaraderie minus trolls, and overly emotional dictatorial whims and jealousy don't exist here. Been here for less than a day and I can easily echo what Jim says above. Thank you for having this place! |
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Post by sablebrush52 on Sept 17, 2017 19:16:44 GMT -5
Justin, Great job!
Now, if only more of the people here would generate threads...
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Post by JimInks on Sept 17, 2017 20:34:49 GMT -5
Justin, Great job! Now, if only more of the people here would generate threads... We do need more of that. There's always questions to ask. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 17, 2017 21:39:08 GMT -5
Justin, Great job! Now, if only more of the people here would generate threads... Moving over here has coincided with a really busy time, and almost no smoking due to a minor health thing. But I have something up my sleeve.... |
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