Z-Ace (one of my FAVORITE online Zeta posters...
) wrote in another topic:
"I think the reason why some of us get 'irritated' is because a lot of people who are interested in our organizations try to get 'more information' on the internet that they know they wouldn't get from talking to a member in the Student Center (for example)."
And this got me to thinking (along with other sorority members' comments) about Net research.
I can honestly say that what I learn from this MB is support. For the most point, people here are amiable about questions I've posted.
On the flip, I have seen some questions posted here that NO ONE in their RIGHT mind would DARE ask someone "greek" F2F! I think people get caught up in their supposed anonymity here, and it's not guaranteed. "Would you tell me when XYZ is going to have a line?" "Should I transfer because those ABC over there hate me?" "How much community service should I REALLY do?" HELLO? You cannot know how sweet the accomplishment truly is, if you do not WORk for it.
I, myself, was located through this board- I had enough sense to not post crazy requests or trash particular groups, so I wasn't chagrined. (Is that a word?:confused
The point is, I was located. If I'd asked rude questions, I would have gained a rep before even knowing it!
But, it hasn't been a bad of roses!
I have been hemmed up when someone thought I was out of order. Now, if I felt I was in the right, I'll state why. if I'm wrong, mea culpa, and I move on!
K, I said all that to say this:
1: thank you to all GLO members for your candid behavior, when appropriate, and for keeping it real when we cross the line;
2: we're all learning, and the 'net IS used as a research tool- when it's not used as a singles bar
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3: the worst someone can do in a F2F is act snooty towards you, and if that's the case, it's a wake-up call. The best case is a smile and patient ear. PICK your approach times wisely!
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