Rabbit Awards!

[_ID_]

cariad - I posted what I said because I see a trend in the site, have for quite some time. I am not the first to mention it, and it has been mentioned at least 2 other times if I can recall correctly. I had no doubt that the awards would stay, as that is the status quo for here, so I had no illusions that I was going to change anything. Just hoping to give a perspective that may or may not have been considered.

[His_blizzard]

I am cool with all of this as long as I still maintain the title of :

***Submissive Goddess of the Universe****

[Rhabbi]

I am cool with all of this as long as I still maintain the title of :

***Submissive Goddess of the Universe****

Was there a vote on this one? I know a couple of subs that would actually argue they deserve the title.

I do not see these awards as a competition as much as recognizing someone who puts in a little extra effort.

I try to read all the intro's here and respond to them, and some have been really nice, so bringing them to the attention of others here might be a good thing. I just hope that enough people end up voting on them to actually make it a forum wide award, instead of just something only a few participate in. We have 25,900+ members, and less than 30 usually sway the votes for the poetry, prose, and photo contests. Last month's story contest had five entries, and only 17 votes. This tells me that a lot of people do not care enough to take the time to participate, even though there are many more than 17 authors on this site.

I do not want this to go off into a rant which might have to be edited, but participation is what a forum is all about. This is a place where we come to express ourselves and learn, and occasionally meet someone of like mind in the flesh. we should be happy to make a difference here, and to see others recognized for the difference they make. This is not a competition any more than recognizing a person who jumps into a fire to pull someone else out is a competition. It is simply a matter of letting other people know who cares enough to try. Hopefully it will encourage more participation and make this place even better.

[His_blizzard]

Was there a vote on this one? I know a couple of subs that would actually argue they deserve the title.

Ummm...folks that know me here would realize that I was joking....

[Rhabbi]

Ummm...folks that know me here would realize that I was joking....

Please do not think that I was doing anything but joking back.

[Alex Bragi]

...We have 25,900+ members, and less than 30 usually sway the votes for the poetry, prose, and photo contests. Last month's story contest had five entries, and only 17 votes. This tells me that a lot of people do not care enough to take the time to participate, even though there are many more than 17 authors on this site.

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As one of these people, who chooses more often than not to vote, there are a couple of reasons why I'm reluctant.

Regarding the story contests, I don't happen to like the fact that the entries are not anonymous. That is, I feel I'm all too often swayed by an enterant I know and like, so it's hard to be objective and give a fair vote.

I don't vote for photographs or poetry, as a general rule, simply because I don't feel knowledgeable about either, therefor I don't feel I can give anything like a fair assement.

I agree it's frustrating for those looking for votes, but I'm also sure a lot of people are like me.

...This is a place where we come to express ourselves and learn, and occasionally meet someone of like mind in the flesh. we should be happy to make a difference here, and to see others recognized for the difference they make. This is not a competition any more than recognizing a person who jumps into a fire to pull someone else out is a competition. It is simply a matter of letting other people know who cares enough to try. Hopefully it will encourage more participation and make this place even better.

Well said.

[Logic1]

*note to self. take a look at the different contests and vote on them*
perhaps a link to the contests so that they are easier to find without having to actually look for them is a good idea?

[_ID_]

Thanks Alex for seeing. I know there are others that feel as I do, but prefer not to say anything.

[nia25]

I am new here... well within the past month or two I suppose. I think it is a good idea... I know there were a lot of upset people when Rabbit passed and maybe this can carry on his memory. Personally I don't really care if I win anything one way or another. I do think it is cool that members who participate here actually get recognized. But I do realize that recognition, or rather competing for recognition, is not for everyone. That doesn't mean it should be ruined for those who do. Just my opinion... take it or leave it. :-)

[Teagan of Sparta]

I know there were a lot of upset people when Rabbit passed and maybe this can carry on his memory.

Jeeze, I've been away way to long! I never heard about that! That's sad, but I'm sure he's in a better place.

[hiwiz4u3]

I think the "rabbit" awards are a magnificent way of honering a freind...
I hope there is a bit of background included with the award so the significance will continue