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Old 21-08-2013, 11:00
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They have a mind of their own. Even when I'm sleeping my toes twitch.

I promise RB is the only alternative I refer to you as

This thread has been so enlightening. Some who I'd of sworn were women are guys and visa versa.

Dunno what makes you assume someone's sexuality just by reading. I guess it depends how aggressive the posts are. Strange eh
I know what you mean, I always assumed RB was a man Sorry RB
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:04
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Aaah kindred spirits


The inappropriateness of mine speaks for itself given my post count and how very very long* I've been passively lurvin the craic on here. Cheers for many years of banter DS chatterboxes!

[*longer than it looks, as I somehow got locked out under previous name]

Note to self: must re-register next year, more honestly, pondering "Nowt2say4meself" - nope that's way too wordy, better go with "Mute"
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:06
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I chose mine in a hurry...it was going to be Sparkle-kitten Cardigan.

I need to change mine as it's too similar to FM Daisy Bumbleroot and people have mistaken me for them but DS won't let me....I've got such a better name lined up too.
Ahhh Daisy bunny boots is such a cute name. No one could take offence from your posts with a name like that
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:08
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Aaah kindred spirits


The inappropriateness of mine speaks for itself given my post count and how very very long* I've been passively lurvin the craic on here. Cheers for many years of banter DS chatterboxes!

[*longer than it looks, as I somehow got locked out under previous name]

Note to self: must re-register next year, more honestly, pondering "Nowt2say4meself" - nope that's way too wordy, better go with "Mute"
Dont re-register! I did that due a virus on my pc and got kicked out for having 'multiple accounts'. The mods were great though and helped me sort it all out. Anyway, Lurknomore can be shortened to Lurky.
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:09
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This thread has been a fascinating read. I only wish I had been more desk bound yesterday to keep up with it as it unfolded.

I am wondering if I am the only person who has a distinct visual of some of FMs. This usually stems from their user names. I have a very clear picture of some of you in my minds eye. Do others create an image of posters they respond to regularly?
With my username on other forums (mischievousbimbo) I think people maybe got the idea I was a young thing! Couldn’t be further from the truth... went looking for a new ID for DS and was looking for fictitious name in the dictionary and pseudonym fitted the bill. I was sure it would be taken already and was very surprised it wasn’t.
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:10
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Aaah kindred spirits


The inappropriateness of mine speaks for itself given my post count and how very very long* I've been passively lurvin the craic on here. Cheers for many years of banter DS chatterboxes!

[*longer than it looks, as I somehow got locked out under previous name]

Note to self: must re-register next year, more honestly, pondering "Nowt2say4meself" - nope that's way too wordy, better go with "Mute"
Aww...I like your post and your name. But next year change it to something like I'mARightGabMe or Can'tEverShutUP........that will get em
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:11
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I know what you mean, I always assumed RB was a man Sorry RB
Me too Least we know now.

Love your name, I'm always saying, "muggins will do the washing up" or muggins will do whatever quietly under my breath when I have to do something I'd rather not
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:15
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Me too Least we know now.

Love your name, I'm always saying, "muggins will do the washing up" or muggins will do whatever quietly under my breath when I have to do something I'd rather not
Haha

Well I'm not doing your washing-up so deal with it
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:16
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I know what you mean, I always assumed RB was a man Sorry RB
I've got an image of Esther with a moustache now

So sorry RB.....just joking honestly

Me too Least we know now.

Love your name, I'm always saying, "muggins will do the washing up" or muggins will do whatever quietly under my breath when I have to do something I'd rather not
Lol...poor muggins
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:18
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I just wish I had been as imaginative and/or clever as some of you. Oh well - we live and learn
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:20
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This thread has been a fascinating read. I only wish I had been more desk bound yesterday to keep up with it as it unfolded.

I am wondering if I am the only person who has a distinct visual of some of FMs. This usually stems from their user names. I have a very clear picture of some of you in my minds eye. Do others create an image of posters they respond to regularly?
No! I do that too - and am discovering I often get the sex wrong let alone the no doubt very off the mark visual images my brain conjures up!

Your not alone in generating a visual image out of the forum members name. I had you down as a university professor with facial hair. how wrong can one be! I'd hate to think of how people visualise me

T'was me who refers to Rancid as RB. I'm so pleased she doesn't mind. It's meant in an affectionate way as we have shared a few posts and tend to agree, mostly

I love Dangermoose's name. It always makes me smile as I think about penfold from the children's show
And long may it continue - I've an awful feeling I may be on a limb with CBB too I don't mind what I'm called - but I do always give a little thank you in my head when you call me RB

I know what you mean, I always assumed RB was a man Sorry RB
I think I made at least one reference to 'my hairy arse' this series, so I'm not surprised

Someone made the point about it being something about how 'aggressive' the posting style is (sorry - lost track of me quotes), and I think to some degree that's true. My debating style could be said to be a little um, direct, at times. When they train you to go for the jugular it's a hard habit to drop! Interesting though, that certain debating styles are associated with men and others with ladies.
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:21
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I will say one thing. Being muggins14 has changed my life. Since joining DS I've made real-life friends (because I started out on a very long AT) and especially two really good friends who have become very important to me and with whom I Skype almost daily, and see as often as I can.

So, DS has a very special place in my heart
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:22
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Haha

Well I'm not doing your washing-up so deal with it
I've got an image of Esther with a moustache now

So sorry RB.....just joking honestly



Lol...poor muggins
lol muggings ain't no mug
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:23
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I think I made at least one reference to 'my hairy arse' this series, so I'm not surprised
How come I miss all the good posts
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:24
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Haha

Well I'm not doing your washing-up so deal with it
Me either today. I'm rebelling in honour of you
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:29
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I will say one thing. Being muggins14 has changed my life. Since joining DS I've made real-life friends (because I started out on a very long AT) and especially two really good friends who have become very important to me and with whom I Skype almost daily, and see as often as I can.

So, DS has a very special place in my heart
I remember your posts from that old AT. Seems so long ago and all a bit silly now but boy we had some laughs in there!
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:29
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Me either today. I'm rebelling in honour of you
Wow, I do feel honoured I'm not doing mine in honour of me either lol
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:35
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Great thread, rancid one.

I tried various names, which were all taken, so gave up and just used my real name.
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:36
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Now there's an interesting word.
Did you know that Sheffield has 8 different variations on it, either in spelling or pronunciaton.
Or that the only place in the South of England that uses the same word (the jennel varation) is Shoreham-by-Sea in Sussex. Apparently it's because a family from Sheffield moved there in the very early 1800s for work.

(That's enough sensible for a bit)
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:38
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I don't mind what I'm called - but I do always give a little thank you in my head when you call me RB

I think I made at least one reference to 'my hairy arse' this series, so I'm not surprised

Someone made the point about it being something about how 'aggressive' the posting style is (sorry - lost track of me quotes), and I think to some degree that's true. My debating style could be said to be a little um, direct, at times. When they train you to go for the jugular it's a hard habit to drop! Interesting though, that certain debating styles are associated with men and others with ladies.
I think I may of started something calling you RB. Pleased you don't object.

Hairy arse eh missed that one. That may of confirmed my assumption of you being male. But it's your direct posts that ( I think) made me presume you were male. I love how you persist with your posts when met with stupid arguments. I wouldn't have the energy
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:40
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I will say one thing. Being muggins14 has changed my life. Since joining DS I've made real-life friends (because I started out on a very long AT) and especially two really good friends who have become very important to me and with whom I Skype almost daily, and see as often as I can.

So, DS has a very special place in my heart

Awww that's so nice
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:45
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I think I may of started something calling you RB. Pleased you don't object.

Hairy arse eh missed that one. That may of confirmed my assumption of you being male. But it's your direct posts that ( I think) made me presume you were male. I love how you persist with your posts when met with stupid arguments. I wouldn't have the energy
I've loved RB's posts, even though when we first met in a thread she lambasted me for attempting to de-rail it and we had a bit of a bicker Hopefully she knows me better than that now
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:55
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I had a devil of a time trying to persuade people I was female at first; I'd clicked male when I registerd (or not clicked female; not sure how it works) and couldn't figure out how to change it. I can also be a bit, erm, forceful, at times. I think that might have added to the problem.

For those trying to visualise fms, I'm stunning.
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:56
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I had a devil of a time trying to persuade people I was female at first; I'd clicked male when I registerd (or not clicked female; not sure how it works) and couldn't figure out how to change it. I can also be a bit, erm, forceful, at times. I think that might have added to the problem.

For those trying to visualise fms, I'm stunning.
haha That's how I always picture you Patsy, for sure
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Old 21-08-2013, 11:56
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Great thread, rancid one.

I tried various names, which were all taken, so gave up and just used my real name.
It always makes start humming Bohemian Rhapsody. Can't beat a bit o' Queen!

Now there's an interesting word.
Did you know that Sheffield has 8 different variations on it, either in spelling or pronunciaton.
Or that the only place in the South of England that uses the same word (the jennel varation) is Shoreham-by-Sea in Sussex. Apparently it's because a family from Sheffield moved there in the very early 1800s for work.

(That's enough sensible for a bit)
Now *that* is an ace post! This thread is turning into a positive trivia fest, love it! Snickets and ginnels... aww. Miss the North sometimes.

I think I may of started something calling you RB. Pleased you don't object.

Hairy arse eh missed that one. That may of confirmed my assumption of you being male. But it's your direct posts that ( I think) made me presume you were male. I love how you persist with your posts when met with stupid arguments. I wouldn't have the energy
In real life I am often likened to a Jack Russell (best dogs EVER, I hasten to add). It's really odd though, I think, in general, I assume the more direct posters to be female and the more beat around the bushes types to be male Really weird!

I love that you are getting the RB thing out there - I could hardly demand it myself

I've loved RB's posts, even though when we first met in a thread she lambasted me for attempting to de-rail it and we had a bit of a bicker Hopefully she knows me better than that now
Oh my god! See, I told you I wouldn't remember you for that! I have a terrible memory at the moment and there are literally only 4 posters who I have a good memory of in terms of exchanges I've had with them - 3 of which are due to constantly battling throughout the series

Sowwy if anyone ever thinks I'm rude - I have a unintentional habit of being a bit 'teacher-y', especially when I'm missing telling the kids what to do and how to do it
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