what does everyone think about spam threads?

[lorie d.]

I just thought of something...

Another type of thread that is a lot of fun is called a road trip. On this type of thread we take an imaginary trip and have different adventures. A road trip thread can be whatever you want it to be. Here are some examples:
http://www.thecatsite.com/forums/sho...ight=road+trip

http://www.thecatsite.com/forums/sho...threadid=11048

Maybe we could have both a spam thread and a road trip going at the same time? That way, people would have a choice of which thread to praticipate in, or they could participate in both.

 

[ghostuser]

Why is it so important how many posts you have? Isn't what you write more important, not the amount of posts?

 

[binkyhoo]

I hang out in the spams threads alot. I like the small talk that goes on there. I would not mind one bit having just one spam thread.

As far as posting to get your numbers ups, its cheeting I know, But i dont think I have spammed since i helped sing the cat food song! That just spammed me out...

 

[ldg]

The all new-inclusive spam thread has been created! If new spam threads get started in the future, they'll be merged in as well.... and happy chatting! ..er... spamming!

One Giant Spam Thread for all who want to spam!

 

[jeanie g.]

I agree with Lorie! Everyone likes a bit of light fun. The trip threads were loads of fun. They are a good place to make friends, and require a bit of imagination. Some people have 1,000 or more one word posts, the word Spam. Others have 1,000 posts giving advice to people with problems, telling funny stories, and praying or sending positive thoughts to people in need. Doesn't it seem a bit unfair to those who put thought, effort, and imagination into their posts? By the way, the word "Bump" in a post when you click for animal rescue counts as much as the word spam in a spam thread. Please consider helping us to remind people to feed hungry animals!

Now, Lorie, if you want to go on a magic carpet ride, I want to go!. You know when I drive we always have lots of fun picking people up off the floor of the back seat! I'll bring Krispy Kremes if you want to go somewhere! Who wants to go, where should we go, and what can you bring that's good to eat?

 

[lorie d.]

Hahahahaha!!! Well, Jeanie, if you're going to be driving I know you'll get us to wherever we're going in record time since you'll be going at least 120 mph!!!! (And making LOTS of sudden stops along the way too!!!!!)

If we do go on a road trip I'll bring some rice crispie bars. Maybe we could ask Mr. Cat if he's interested also, since he does a lot to keep these trips organized and interesting.

 

[jeanie g.]

Well, I haven't seen Mr. Cat for a while. Perhaps we can start a trip to find him! Where did we see him last? Was it New Zealand? Let's do it! Let's see if anyone wants to go with us. I'll start the thread.

 

[pythagorus]

I really dont like the spam threads. I find it useless to talk about anything that comes to mind just to reach a certain number of posts. That is not why the number of posts are counted in the first place. I find it very immature, but, seeing as I am only 14, I don't know if I am the best judge. I just do my best to avoid them, and they dont really cause harm, but I think they are annoying.

 

[wellingtoncats]

I think spam threads are cool , I

Spamming! and I think most of you know it

, It's simple if you don't like spam just ignore the thread

To Everyone out there , "Keep on Spamming"

 

[debby]

Originally posted by pythagorus
I really dont like the spam threads. I find it useless to talk about anything that comes to mind just to reach a certain number of posts. That is not why the number of posts are counted in the first place. I find it very immature, but, seeing as I am only 14, I don't know if I am the best judge. I just do my best to avoid them, and they dont really cause harm, but I think they are annoying.

You are wise beyond your years my dear!!!

 

[dragonlady]

I hope everyone continues to enjoy this site no matter what spam there is!

 

[cassandra_starr]

I have avoided all of the "Spam - Get My Post Count Higher" threads as well. In my own opinion, I don't think a post count really matters. I've been a member for a loong time and have less than 600 posts. I see no problem with carrying on a conversation through a thread at all. It's excellent to see people chatting that way and to see our members getting to know eachother better. Although, I do think that random posts that literally say nothing but "Spam!" or "

" or "spamspamspamspamspam" is rather annoying and pretty pointless.


Not only is it annoying, and pointless, but it can also be inconsiderate. Posting random threads like that - that carrying no specific meaning or thought utilizes bandwidth and diskspace for the forum infrastructure and if an upward trend of 'spam' continues over time it can also dominate resources that are specifically for a site dedicated to Cats ( not spam ). This would be costly for the users and for Anne who is generous enough to provide these resources to all of us ( hardware/bandwidth/upkeep costs increasing ).


So, while I, in no way, dislike any of the people who contribute to the spam threads. I, myself, make a point not to be a apart of it out of consideration for Anne, the site and the users.


The bottom line is that eventually all that spam costs MONEY.


** Please don't take offense to any of this, as this was not written to be offensive in any manner

 

[nunny]

Since I can't decide wether I like the spam threads or not (I don't feel comfortable spamming to get my count up, although its tempting

), Having a big spam thread is probably the best idea!

 

[deb25]

Here's my 2¢. I am not a fan of the spam threads, so I don't generally participate. The only real difficulty I see is that they tend to push other threads down or off the page. That's why I like the compromise of having one spam thread.

 

[carrie640]

I say NOTHING anymore about anything.

Spam threads are just fun JOKING things. No, post counts aren't a huge deal....that is what the POINT IS. If you don't like them...don't GO TO THEM.

 

[sammie5]

Oh Carrie, don't get all riled up about this! The people (including me) who don't like the spam threads don't visit them. And I certainly do see why you and others do like them.

My problem, the one that prompted me to start this question, was that there was a sudden proliferation of these types of threads one weekend, and it was very very difficult to find the substantive discussions. The more new threads that get started, the more older ones get pushed down the page, and on to subsequent pages. I am really pleased with this discussion, I am not suggesting that we do away with the spam threads, but I do see a lot of really good reasons that the spam be kept to a single thread. This is working, and I hope that nobody was at all offended by the discussion.

 

[dtolle]

Considering the fact that the "spam" dilemma has been now solved, with one consolidated thread, this one is now being locked. Any issues w/ the spam thread can be addressed to a moderator via PM at anytime!

Thanks!