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  • #35767
    ailuromaniac
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    OK. There is the Coke Rule and the Stick Around rule. How about the “Make It Fit” rule. It is a minor variation of the “Keep It Fluffy” Rule.

    If a happy thread still triggers a sad memory, don’t use the thread to share the sadness. If you must share your story, start another thread.

    There are plenty of threads where we support each other in sorrow, anger, disdain, concern, fear or loss. The addition of yours will do no harm, but adding sadness to a celebration is inappropriate.

    #538960

    Excellent idea, Ail! I second that motion 🙂

    #538961
    Buttercup
    Participant

    Yes,I am sad whenever we lose any family so let’s realize that we all are different but we all have something to offer. Just be respectful and ask yourself before posting if what you’re saying is going to help the person who started the thread or hurt them. I still have to monitor myself sometimes I don’t think,I do think this is something that everyone has to learn when they become a member of an internet group. [[[[Hugs to everyone]]

    #538962
    Karenopa
    Participant

    I agree….Happy Threads should only reflect happy thoughts and happy comments. =)

    #538963
    choyt
    Participant

    it works for me !!!

    #538964
    SoxsMom
    Participant

    Thank you for the reminder to me Ailuromaniac. I know I have disappointed some and that hurts, I can learn to be a better human being. Thank you.

    #538965
    jcat
    Participant

    Sox’s Mom, your thread was the happy thread that was upset by an unhappy memory! Ailuromaniac is trying to ensure that doesn’t happen again, to you or anyone else. We want you to be happy 🙂 and we want everyone to be able to share such happy stories as your student’s wonderful gift to you!

    #538966
    SoxsMom
    Participant

    He understand that they are in no danger now. His Mom and I have spoken with him. He and I both understand that what happened with one can be a learning experience and will not happen to ours if we are mindful of the lesson. He is doing much better.

    #538967
    jcat
    Participant

    That’s good to hear. {{{SM}}} We still want pix of those gorgeous hammy babies 🙂

    #538968
    SoxsMom
    Participant

    Only one now–but he is the most love–every kid wants to hold him.

    #538969
    jcat
    Participant

    Awwww. Wee Vincent will never be short of a cuddle, I bet.

    #538970
    alaskanrescue
    Participant

    What are the coke and stick around rules?

    #538971
    ailuromaniac
    Participant

    Becca, we aren’t forgetting you. I just haven’t found the links yet.

    Basically the rules stem from past hurt feelings and strident interchanges.

    The Coke rule is a time out rule to take a break before hitting the <Send Post> button for a reply to a thread where you may give offense.

    The Stick Around rule is to not post an “I’m Leaving because…” thread and exiting the forum because you have been offended.

    #538972
    Jeankit
    Participant

    Bumping…Thanks Ailur…good ideas with rules to post by!

    #538973

    Sounds good to me.

    #538974
    Emma
    Participant

    I started looking for the threads this morning and still have not found them. However, I did find “Emma’s Rule” (posted over a year ago, after a few more leave-takings) — thought it would give you a good laugh!


    Here are a few more thoughts to consider:

    If any more of these unfluffy fights break out and someone stalks off, the off-stalker needs to mull over the following thoughts:

    1. I will find out where you live.

    2. I will pack up two spoiled and surly little cats, my computer, clothing, suitcases, litter boxes, music CDs, etc.

    3. The three of us will board a plane and arrive at your door in a short time.

    4. I will move into your house and during the first day I will do all the cooking, cleaning, and listening you would ever want in this life.

    5. However, Life will change on the second day.

    …..A. I will start by playing the CDs, which consist of eerie and depressing Celtic music.

    …..B. My cats will start griping about EVERYTHING.

    …..C. I will begin to sing “It’s a Small World After All.” For hours. Off key.

    …..D. The three of us will proceed to eat you out of house and home.

    Please be warned. I am a sweet little old lady, but I do have my ways.

    Now, all of you, please stop arguing and make up. Life is too short, my loves. Let’s be kind to each other. When it all comes down, “we” are all we have.

    Much love,

    Auntie Emma


    And I pledge myself to the Make It Fit Rule!

    #538975
    alaskanrescue
    Participant

    Oh that’s adorable! I get the coke rule and the stick around rule. I’m new here of course, but I can see how relationships can be formed and feelings possibly hurt. I pledge to keep it fluffy!

    #538976
    KYKAT 12 23
    Participant

    Has anyone else read the book Fish!? It is a book about the principles that can be learned at the Pike Place Fish Market. Principle number 1 is: Choose to make today a great day.

    I have a bright orange laminated card that reminds me to:

    Play

    Be There

    Choose your Attitude

    Make their Day

    These are all great guidelines to live by. What applies to business with Fish! can apply here too. TDK often makes my day a great day and I appreciate this site and my friends here!!!!

    #538977
    mollycat71
    Participant

    KYKAT, we use the FISH principles at work. They DO work if you work them! Emma, that is a fantastic post, I obviously was not around when it was first posted. I also agree with AIL, good suggestion. I know we all have bad times but hope that we can learn to get along and be fluffy!

    #538978
    SoxsMom
    Participant

    KYKAT I also am a lover of FISH!! We have Fish Principles listed in my classroom. There are amazing videos of them–I have never seen a group of people that love their lives and their jobs as these people do! They really help put into focus what is important and through positive attitude what can be achieved!

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