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*Sighs*
Hello.
I feel like the CB isn't what it used to be.
I don't know. It just used to be more...interesting.
There hasn't been a debate thread in ages.
No one's gotten mad at someone else for eons.
I feel like we have a whole new set of CBers, even though a lot of old ones are still here.
It seems like the CB isn't as closely-knit as it used to be. Sure, it still is, but there used to be fewer people.
I suppose there's Leeli's CB-diving thread, and KG's thread on CaC, and Leafpool's thread on Inkwell, and all the games on DtE...but I've been feeling myself wishing it was more like it used to be.
I feel like Mei isn't as outgoing and "easy to annoy" as she was before she left. And yes, I'm singling her out from the others because she was one of the CBers that made it so interesting before.
And we've had a peaceful, slightly boring CB for too long.
*Buries face in hands*
Feel free to start some threads that you consider more interesting.
Admin
submitted by Anonymous
(May 3, 2017 - 1:19 pm)
(May 3, 2017 - 1:19 pm)
There was one debate thread that wasn't hateful . . .
(May 4, 2017 - 8:46 pm)
I agree that the CB might be less interesting, but not because of the lack of conflict-- that's good. However it would be nice to have more debates.
(May 5, 2017 - 1:59 pm)
I wish to debate this subject with you in DETAIL!
I know what you mean...I never used to say much because it was too confusing! XD
Feel free to call me out and debate something with me whenever you want! I like debates! :)
(May 5, 2017 - 5:50 pm)
Well, gee, now I feel like leaving.
I'm a bit of the odd charrie out in an RP that can't relate to anyone else.
(May 7, 2017 - 2:49 am)
Don't leave Lucy! What would inkwell be without all your great ideas for threads? And don't feel like your the odd charrie out, because your not; we all love you and want you to stay forever!
(May 8, 2017 - 7:01 am)
We're all the odd charrie out! That's why we all fit in so nicely.
(May 8, 2017 - 10:46 am)
(May 7, 2017 - 4:59 pm)
Great, now everyone's mad at me.
I don't enjoy fighting--peace is good. But I feel like the CB is just kind of...dull right now. Not very productive. At all. I miss when it used to be more exciting.
(May 8, 2017 - 1:24 pm)
Like the Admins said: if you find the threads dull, make threads that you don't think are dull.
(May 8, 2017 - 2:52 pm)
We aren't all mad at you, we're just confused.The CB, in my opinon, really loses it's appeal when everyone's fighting on it. It may look glamourous from a romantized distance, but unecessary, hurtful drama doesn't help us as a community. The great, amazing thing about the CB is that it's for people to find (will) solace and feel accepted as part of an open-minded (extremely and wonderfully nerdy) community. When we have drama and fights--unless if they're necessary for the CB to grow as a whole (like I believe the last one was)-- our community is damaged, and people don't feel welcome.
(If ya can't tell I hate conflict).
On the other hand, if you're just talking about making the CB more interesting with different threads, games and things, that's really cool, and there's tons of people--myself included--that'd be willing to help you. Also, I'm super sorry if this came off like I was trying to attack you. That's really not what I was trying to do, and I really think that you have the best intentions.
(May 8, 2017 - 6:00 pm)
The thing is, basically everything's already been done. Brook already made the Æ. Joan already created the Æ crushing idea. Abi already created the Soapbox. I've tried many times to think of something new to give the CB, but my mind just comes off blank. And, although I say I miss the old debate threads, I'm not much of a debater myself. I just miss reading them and commenting on them and watching what they turn out to be.
(May 9, 2017 - 8:18 am)
Okay, let me clear my mind and decide how to approach this. I don't want to offend you, Anonymous, or anyone else. Or myself, for that matter. So here is what I think:
Anonymous, I feel like you brought up a good point. I know, as you later stated in the comments, that this is not how you meant to come across. I know you don't like the hate and fights of the past CB. And I understand you are bored. Ahh, to be honest, I sometimes feel the same way.
Now, I know Cockleburr, Admin, and a few others mentioned making new threads. This is a nice idea, but as you also recently stated, you are drawing a blank. That's cool, it's okay. But I think the reason is, look at the CB now. Do you see the large age gaps? We have I think our youngest is... 7? 8? Maybe 9. And our oldest is 19 to my knowledge. It is hard to find something that fits perfectly for everyone. It is like a giant family (my family has 5 kids of various ages), some want to go to the park, others to the library, others to a museum, and that one random kid who wants McDonald's. xD It seriously IS hard work maintaining and helping all of them! So then, how do you approach that issue?
Well, I think you are brave for one, stepping out and stating your opinion. It especially helped after you clarified! Second, for wanting to make a change. Like I said, it is like tending to a giant family. Just keep on thinking, and I promise the right answer will come to you.
And to be entirely honest with everyone, I must actually agree with Anonymous. Not about fights and debates (although some of the debates did turn out good!), but about change and action. Life to me needs movement, a fast current, a rollercoaster. What do we have here now? It is quite lovely, like a meadow, a safe haven for deer and rabbits. In the past, it was like a wildfire, a forest burning down, not a safe haven. We need something in between those two extremes. Again, it goes into finding the "one size fits all" with ages. But I think we can do it. And if the CB stays this way? I won't complain, what matters to me is having you guys all here and happy. But a bit of positive action here and there? I'd like that a lot.
(May 11, 2017 - 10:29 am)