Post by: Nate in IA on April 12, 2006, 07:11:51 pm
Post by: MikeyBoy on April 12, 2006, 07:17:13 pm
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All of the Clarks for producing today's highly entertaining threads. Truly, there hasn't been such a display of childishness, self-righteousness, and idiocy in a very long time and I for one thank you. I forgot what idiots there are out there.
I see these fucktards as a team building exercise to unify the board, up moral. They are an internet ropes course, if you will.
Post by: graboel on April 12, 2006, 07:31:50 pm
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All of the Clarks for producing today's highly entertaining threads. Truly, there hasn't been such a display of childishness, self-righteousness, and idiocy in a very long time and I for one thank you. I forgot what idiots there are out there.
Everyone has to start somewhere. Were you not a Clark once? If this is the attitude towards new members, is it any wonder not many get beyond this status before they seek pastures new?
Post by: BizidyDizidy on April 12, 2006, 07:33:27 pm
(Hint: It's the content, stupid)
Post by: Nate in IA on April 12, 2006, 07:36:26 pm
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2-2, the whine streak remains unbroken.
(Hint: It's the content, stupid)
What's really sad is that they know of no other content.
Post by: MusicMan on April 12, 2006, 07:37:09 pm
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All of the Clarks for producing today's highly entertaining threads. Truly, there hasn't been such a display of childishness, self-righteousness, and idiocy in a very long time and I for one thank you. I forgot what idiots there are out there.
Everyone has to start somewhere. Were you not a Clark once? If this is the attitude towards new members, is it any wonder not many get beyond this status before they seek pastures new?
I'll let you in on a little secret:
We're looking for quality, not quantity, of posters.
Post by: graboel on April 12, 2006, 07:37:25 pm
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2-2, the whine streak remains unbroken.
(Hint: It's the content, stupid)
Sure, because this thread is full of relevant Astros content.
Post by: BizidyDizidy on April 12, 2006, 07:40:03 pm
Post by: AllyDStros on April 12, 2006, 07:40:04 pm
Anyway, I've been a 'Stros fan since the late 80s (though I don't remember much prior to recent years). I'll admit right off the bat that I'm clueless when compared to most of you about baseball...at least at analyzing, so I hope you guys will bear with my insanely stupid questions.
I've got to say, though, that as a postless (until this point) Clarkette, some of the other Clarks don't understand that you don't come into a community insulting people. That *NEVER* goes over well. You're a group of informed, smart, funny, wiseasses. My kind of people!
Post by: graboel on April 12, 2006, 07:40:14 pm
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All of the Clarks for producing today's highly entertaining threads. Truly, there hasn't been such a display of childishness, self-righteousness, and idiocy in a very long time and I for one thank you. I forgot what idiots there are out there.
Everyone has to start somewhere. Were you not a Clark once? If this is the attitude towards new members, is it any wonder not many get beyond this status before they seek pastures new?
I'll let you in on a little secret:
We're looking for quality, not quantity, of posters.
On a similar note to my last post, if that is the case, then why the need to start threads like this. Yeah, top quality material.
Post by: MusicMan on April 12, 2006, 07:44:48 pm
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I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. Sure my nick is completely uncreative, but that's because my memory is nonexistant and I don't think I'd remember it otherwise!
Anyway, I've been a 'Stros fan since the late 80s (though I don't remember much prior to recent years). I'll admit right off the bat that I'm clueless when compared to most of you about baseball...at least at analyzing, so I hope you guys will bear with my insanely stupid questions.
I've got to say, though, that as a postless (until this point) Clarkette, some of the other Clarks don't understand that you don't come into a community insulting people. That *NEVER* goes over well. You're a group of informed, smart, funny, wiseasses. My kind of people!
Welcome. Recognition of things you don't know is appreciated. Ask questions, you'll get answers - some smartassed, some not. If you can dish it out in good nature as well as take it, you'll fit right in!
Post by: Nate in IA on April 12, 2006, 07:51:36 pm
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On a similar note to my last post, if that is the case, then why the need to start threads like this. Yeah, top quality material.
I'm glad you recognize your posts are similar but you'd have to be pretty dense not to recognize that. So far all you've shown a penchant for is whining (4-4 by Biz' count). If you're personally insulted by the thread, then it's purpose is revealed.
Post by: Nate in IA on April 12, 2006, 07:53:06 pm
Post by: buz on April 12, 2006, 07:56:46 pm
Post by: Taras Bulba on April 12, 2006, 08:20:47 pm
Post by: Señor Stan on April 12, 2006, 08:27:30 pm
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Everyone has to start somewhere. Were you not a Clark once? If this is the attitude towards new members, is it any wonder not many get beyond this status before they seek pastures new?
So, what prompted you to post for the first time today?
Are you new to the board or have you lurked for a while?
Post by: AllyDStros on April 12, 2006, 08:33:11 pm
Post by: Col. Sphinx Drummond on April 12, 2006, 08:34:39 pm
"eye thank yew are a stupit idiot who need to grow up and get mature... then u need to go and tell you're mommy that u've been playing on her 'pooter a gain and pleed for fourgivness... and stuff... then mabey you can get date with real girl and everthang... and crud like that, because your inmanure."
Post by: AllyDStros on April 12, 2006, 08:57:57 pm
Like, say, the Drayton is satan and he's a pennypincher to boot(!) line of thought. Or the excessive 'I'm being crucified just because I'm a newbie and not an insider' mentality.
Some of these clarks have huge persecution complexes going on. Either that or enormous egos they haven't earned with... Ummm...anything? If you're going to have an ego, c'mon, at least be smart. Or have something to add to the discussion. If you have nothing to add, don't post!
I guess I just felt I had something to add, finally.
Post by: HudsonHawk on April 12, 2006, 08:58:34 pm
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Welcome to the board. Any thoughts you have on the concept and practice of a "rusty trombone" will be much appreciated by all.
Oh man, that is just wrong.
Post by: mihoba on April 12, 2006, 09:00:21 pm
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What prompted me? To be honest I got annoyed w/ fellow clarks besmirching our clarkiness w/ stupid ass bandwagon rhetoric that doesn't even make sense if you pay attention to the club any time other than, say, the playoffs.
Like, say, the Drayton is satan and he's a pennypincher to boot(!) line of thought. Or the excessive 'I'm being crucified just because I'm a newbie and not an insider' mentality.
Some of these clarks have huge persecution complexes going on. Either that or enormous egos they haven't earned with... Ummm...anything? If you're going to have an ego, c'mon, at least be smart. Or have something to add to the discussion. If you have nothing to add, don't post!
I guess I just felt I had something to add, finally.
I have a feeling you will be just fine here, welcome!
Post by: AllyDStros on April 12, 2006, 09:04:19 pm
Post by: Señor Stan on April 12, 2006, 09:57:07 pm
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Oh, you didn't mean me. Haha! It'd be nice if I eventually learned how to read!
Not a problem at all. I hope you stick around.
See kids, Clark ain't always a bad thing.
Post by: Ty in Tampa on April 12, 2006, 10:21:01 pm
That's the idea, sport.
Post by: Astroholic on April 12, 2006, 10:23:14 pm
Post by: JackAstro on April 12, 2006, 10:24:58 pm
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Oh, you didn't mean me. Haha! It'd be nice if I eventually learned how to read!
I like the cut of your jib, Ally. You seem like good people. Welcome aboard. Just stop using those smiley things. No? gets a free pass cause he's No?, but otherwise they're just bad for you. I think they may cause cancer.
Post by: JackAstro on April 12, 2006, 10:36:03 pm
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All of the Clarks for producing today's highly entertaining threads. Truly, there hasn't been such a display of childishness, self-righteousness, and idiocy in a very long time and I for one thank you. I forgot what idiots there are out there.
Everyone has to start somewhere. Were you not a Clark once? If this is the attitude towards new members, is it any wonder not many get beyond this status before they seek pastures new?
Nate's right - today was some damn funny reading. Yes, everyone was a Clark once (actually, technically that's not true, but I get your drift), but you're confusing an aversion to dipshittery with a general dislike of new folk. I don't like people who are dipshits, whether they're new or old. And I saw some incredible dipshits today. Or, more likely, one dipshit with a bunch of logins.
Regardless, this place is what it is, people here act how they act, and that's not going to change. If you don't think it's entertaining, move along. If you dig it, stay. But there's really no point in coming into a party and hanging around the punch bowl all night just to tell everyone that you think they're acting like assholes. The night's young, and there's probably another party down the street...
Post by: pravata on April 12, 2006, 10:47:04 pm
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All of the Clarks for producing today's highly entertaining threads. Truly, there hasn't been such a display of childishness, self-righteousness, and idiocy in a very long time and I for one thank you. I forgot what idiots there are out there.
Everyone has to start somewhere. Were you not a Clark once? If this is the attitude towards new members, is it any wonder not many get beyond this status before they seek pastures new?
When I started I had a face like a pepperoni pizza... seriously, JimR called me stupid for 2 entire days. You know why? BECAUSE I WAS. Prince of Heck, look him up, would have made you cry. Literally. If you stick around and don't act like an enormous San Diego (that's German for Whale Vagina) you will learn more than you care to know about the Astros. You'll fart more than your friends know about the Astros. (See for instance the thread "because of tonights rainout...")
Post by: BizidyDizidy on April 12, 2006, 10:48:13 pm
Post by: mihoba on April 12, 2006, 10:52:41 pm
Chester Charge was the first respondent to my post. Somehow, I survived.
Post by: BudGirl on April 12, 2006, 11:12:40 pm
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I'm still trying to get that dent out of my ass after Noe kicked it for flaming Billy Wagner in '98.
Chester Charge was the first respondent to my post. Somehow, I survived.
Billy Wagner=I was so glad when he got traded. Yeah, yeah, I know. Hard throwing lefty. blah blah blah. Hated him since the first Astros game I saw in the Astrodome he blew the save for Kile.
My first post was during a HD war. It was crazy. I will admit to being scared to post. Now, I don't care what most of you hot looking guys think.
Oh, and in case anyone has forgotten. I love Bradley, have a fondness for Bruntlett, hate Lane.
Post by: Fredia on April 12, 2006, 11:12:53 pm
Post by: Waldo on April 12, 2006, 11:25:53 pm
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I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. Sure my nick is completely uncreative, but that's because my memory is nonexistant and I don't think I'd remember it otherwise!
Anyway, I've been a 'Stros fan since the late 80s (though I don't remember much prior to recent years). I'll admit right off the bat that I'm clueless when compared to most of you about baseball...at least at analyzing, so I hope you guys will bear with my insanely stupid questions.
I've got to say, though, that as a postless (until this point) Clarkette, some of the other Clarks don't understand that you don't come into a community insulting people. That *NEVER* goes over well. You're a group of informed, smart, funny, wiseasses. My kind of people!
May this post be an example to all Clarks. You will do well in this community.
Post by: VirtualBob on April 13, 2006, 01:09:36 am
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All of the Clarks for producing today's highly entertaining threads. Truly, there hasn't been such a display of childishness, self-righteousness, and idiocy in a very long time and I for one thank you. I forgot what idiots there are out there.
I see these fucktards as a team building exercise to unify the board, up moral. They are an internet ropes course, if you will.
WAIT!! I think I finally get it!!!
The whole biggio/hed/what-have-you thing was really Alky or Noe or Pravda or someone trying to unify us! What a wonderfully hilarious team-building exercise. These guys have a career in corporate HR consulting!!!
Post by: BizidyDizidy on April 13, 2006, 01:12:20 am
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WAIT!! I think I finally get it!!!
The whole biggio/hed/what-have-you thing was really Alky or Noe or Pravda or someone trying to unify us! What a wonderfully hilarious team-building exercise. These guys have a career in corporate HR consulting!!!
This ties in with my theory that HD is really Jeff Skilling.
Post by: AllyDStros on April 13, 2006, 02:02:19 am
Heh!
BTW, thank you (and everyone else) for the nice, warm welcome. I appreciate it.
Post by: Andyzipp on April 13, 2006, 10:45:04 am
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aversion to dipshittery
Eggscellent!
Post by: Andyzipp on April 13, 2006, 10:47:35 am
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These guys have a career in corporate HR consulting!!!
Not admitting to anything, but one of your Admins is a corporate HR consultant.
Post by: JimR on April 13, 2006, 10:49:52 am
WFW to the other Clark on this thread. i hope Spack checks him out thoroughly.
Post by: Tralfaz on April 13, 2006, 10:49:56 am
Post by: AstroFrog on April 13, 2006, 11:11:55 am
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I usually only visit this board at "work", but I had to return this evening to see how my new friends were doing. Looks like 1 decent new clark and at least four sub-par Clarks. 1 for 5, a .200 average is above Dave Clark (the clark) average, but wait, how many post did these sub-pars have and what did they add. Yep, probable around .100 decent material added by clarks today, so it was a very clarkian day.
Maybe they're just trying to up their post count artifically so they won't be Clark's anymore.
Hmmm, hold the phone.....
Post by: Limey on April 13, 2006, 11:43:03 am
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relavent content huh.. i know i am always on top of things when i psot
Superb!
Post by: Astroholic on April 13, 2006, 11:47:11 am
Post by: mihoba on April 14, 2006, 06:44:09 am
Posting
Post by: Nate in IA on April 14, 2006, 11:13:13 am
Post by: JackAstro on April 14, 2006, 02:39:05 pm
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All Clarks should see this first.
Posting
Man, that's good.