Adoption Drive?

MrsTeacher10

I know I am still a newb myself, so I don't mean to step on any toes or anything.  I have, however, noticed an influx of new bumpies lately and was wondering if it would be worth having an adoption drive?  Just an idea . . . I would even be happy to adopt or co-parent and share what knowledge I've gained.  Or maybe me more like an older sister.  Thoughts?

KdgTeacher

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

Milliways

LegallyBlonde217

KdgTeacher:

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

 

KdgTeacher

Milliways:

MAN have I missed you and your PIPs!

 

MrsTeacher10

KdgTeacher:

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

Yep, I totally agree.  That's why I offered many ways in which I could contribute (including adopt, co-parent, and act as a "big sister").  I just didn't want to suggest this and then lay it all in the "regs" laps without taking on any of the responsibility.  

KdgTeacher

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

Yep, I totally agree.  That's why I offered many ways in which I could contribute (including adopt, co-parent, and act as a "big sister").  I just didn't want to suggest this and then lay it all in the "regs" laps without taking on any of the responsibility.  

What on earth is the difference?

brookelynpaisley

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

Yep, I totally agree.  That's why I offered many ways in which I could contribute (including adopt, co-parent, and act as a "big sister").  I just didn't want to suggest this and then lay it all in the "regs" laps without taking on any of the responsibility.  

Allow me to suggest lurking and posting here if you want to contribute for a while, eh?

And there is no responsibility to adopt newbs. It only started like 3 months ago. It's not like it's this long tradition.

MrsTeacher10

KdgTeacher:

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

Yep, I totally agree.  That's why I offered many ways in which I could contribute (including adopt, co-parent, and act as a "big sister").  I just didn't want to suggest this and then lay it all in the "regs" laps without taking on any of the responsibility.  

What on earth is the difference?

I guess I figured that as a co-parent I could share what knowledge I do have and perhaps learn more at the same time.  Being a "big sister" could work in a similar fashion, but I would have my own newbie, and if I didn't know an answer to her question I could point her in the direction of someone more knowledgeable.  

I truly didn't mean to stir the pot . . . just noticed a lot of newbies and thought that rather than have so many asking common questions on the main board it might be helpful for them to have a more personal resource as I know my TTC "mom" has helped me.

Milliways

The excessive use of the phrase "co-parent" is really making me want to vomit.

AND people are suppose to post questions, that is kind of the point of a message board. If newbies don't have enough common sense to read the board to see if their question has been answered recently, they won't have enough sense to ask their "parent"

brookelynpaisley

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

Yep, I totally agree.  That's why I offered many ways in which I could contribute (including adopt, co-parent, and act as a "big sister").  I just didn't want to suggest this and then lay it all in the "regs" laps without taking on any of the responsibility.  

What on earth is the difference?

I guess I figured that as a co-parent I could share what knowledge I do have and perhaps learn more at the same time.  Being a "big sister" could work in a similar fashion, but I would have my own newbie, and if I didn't know an answer to her question I could point her in the direction of someone more knowledgeable.  

I truly didn't mean to stir the pot . . . just noticed a lot of newbies and thought that rather than have so many asking common questions on the main board it might be helpful for them to have a more personal resource as I know my TTC "mom" has helped me.

Then post in threads if you have knowledge to share.

And yes, I know I adopted newbs. I've enjoyed the experience and it's made me closer to a couple girls here, and that's great. That said, I think it also started as a small thing with girls in chat and has spread. I do find the newbie drives a little over kill. If you happen to connect with a newb to "mentor," great. But don't turn it into a big thing.

Charlyne

Oh the snark and vitriol, I'm drowning in it.

Shaq1009

brookelynpaisley:

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

Yep, I totally agree.  That's why I offered many ways in which I could contribute (including adopt, co-parent, and act as a "big sister").  I just didn't want to suggest this and then lay it all in the "regs" laps without taking on any of the responsibility.  

What on earth is the difference?

I guess I figured that as a co-parent I could share what knowledge I do have and perhaps learn more at the same time.  Being a "big sister" could work in a similar fashion, but I would have my own newbie, and if I didn't know an answer to her question I could point her in the direction of someone more knowledgeable.  

I truly didn't mean to stir the pot . . . just noticed a lot of newbies and thought that rather than have so many asking common questions on the main board it might be helpful for them to have a more personal resource as I know my TTC "mom" has helped me.

Then post in threads if you have knowledge to share.

And yes, I know I adopted newbs. I've enjoyed the experience and it's made me closer to a couple girls here, and that's great. That said, I think it also started as a small thing with girls in chat and has spread. I do find the newbie drives a little over kill. If you happen to connect with a newb to "mentor," great. But don't turn it into a big thing.

I started the whole thing and I'm even over it.  To shed some light on the subject, I started the newb drive as a total joke - it was just kind of a thing for laughs.  Thought it would be a one time post and then it would die off.  Now with that being said, I know a lot of girls have made some cool friendships through it and I'm not lessening that in any way.  But, I definitely think when it gets to the point where someone with 63 posts is trying to adopt someone it is out of hand.  OP, I think you meant well and I'm sure (well not totally sure, but giving you the benefit of the doubt) you are a cool chica! Just keep posting, lurking, and sharing what ya know... 

lurkylulu2

brookelynpaisley:

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

MrsTeacher10:

KdgTeacher:

No snark intended, but doesn't a newbie adopting a newbie defeat the purpose of this......project?

 

Yep, I totally agree.  That's why I offered many ways in which I could contribute (including adopt, co-parent, and act as a "big sister").  I just didn't want to suggest this and then lay it all in the "regs" laps without taking on any of the responsibility.  

What on earth is the difference?

I guess I figured that as a co-parent I could share what knowledge I do have and perhaps learn more at the same time.  Being a "big sister" could work in a similar fashion, but I would have my own newbie, and if I didn't know an answer to her question I could point her in the direction of someone more knowledgeable.  

I truly didn't mean to stir the pot . . . just noticed a lot of newbies and thought that rather than have so many asking common questions on the main board it might be helpful for them to have a more personal resource as I know my TTC "mom" has helped me.

Then post in threads if you have knowledge to share.

And yes, I know I adopted newbs. I've enjoyed the experience and it's made me closer to a couple girls here, and that's great. That said, I think it also started as a small thing with girls in chat and has spread. I do find the newbie drives a little over kill. If you happen to connect with a newb to "mentor," great. But don't turn it into a big thing.

So, are you having second thoughts about your TTGP beauty pageant as well?