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  • 0BradyM0Bondfanatic70BradyM0Bondfanatic7 Quantum Floral Arrangements: "We Have Petals Everywhere"
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    Why would you say that, @Germanlady?
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
    edited August 2012 Posts: 12,480
    I'm not sure what she meant, but for me it will be quieter soon, to phrase it one way, because I will be spending less time on this forum. I really truly do want to avoid major spoilers. And I don't get to see the Skyfall unil first week of Dec. - so I will probably be absent from late October (London premiere) until after I see it here in Japan. Shame, because I enjoy getting on here daily even if just quickly - however, I really do not want the movie ruined for me because I know what I happens before I see it. And after it is out in the world, I cannot even trust titles and headlines; I'll just become a bit of a hermit from news for that time (and that's over a month-long wait - ughh!).
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    Why would you say that, @Germanlady?

    Well in terms of what new will come to us. The next real news will be a while, I would think mid September. I am not expecting anything real interesting until then. The adds will only be shortly before the films release etc., too - IMO...


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    I'm not sure what she meant, but for me it will be quieter soon, to phrase it one way, because I will be spending less time on this forum. I really truly do want to avoid major spoilers. And I don't get to see the Skyfall unil first week of Dec. - so I will probably be absent from late October (London premiere) until after I see it here in Japan. Shame, because I enjoy getting on here daily even if just quickly - however, I really do not want the movie ruined for me because I know what I happens before I see it. And after it is out in the world, I cannot even trust titles and headlines; I'll just become a bit of a hermit from news for that time (and that's over a month-long wait - ughh!).

    Must say, I managed to avoid a lot and will not watch the clips, where they will play out real scenes and not just bits.

    We will miss you, as you are everything, I am not. You are NICE :) I mean it. So - at least - visit here.
  • SandySandy Somewhere in Europe
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    Germanlady wrote:
    I'm not sure what she meant, but for me it will be quieter soon, to phrase it one way, because I will be spending less time on this forum. I really truly do want to avoid major spoilers. And I don't get to see the Skyfall unil first week of Dec. - so I will probably be absent from late October (London premiere) until after I see it here in Japan. Shame, because I enjoy getting on here daily even if just quickly - however, I really do not want the movie ruined for me because I know what I happens before I see it. And after it is out in the world, I cannot even trust titles and headlines; I'll just become a bit of a hermit from news for that time (and that's over a month-long wait - ughh!).

    Must say, I managed to avoid a lot and will not watch the clips, where they will play out real scenes and not just bits.

    We will miss you, as you are everything, I am not. You are NICE :) I mean it. So - at least - visit here.

    I second that. Don't look into threads that may have spoilers but don't go away >:D<
  • Samuel001Samuel001 Moderator
    edited August 2012 Posts: 13,355
    Germanlady wrote:
    Why would you say that, @Germanlady?

    Well in terms of what new will come to us. The next real news will be a while, I would think mid September. I am not expecting anything real interesting until then. The adds will only be shortly before the films release etc., too - IMO...

    The title singer announcement should come this month. Apart from that, yes, mid September is the time when everything will really start to happen.
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    I just stumbled upon this:
    http://www.chicprofile.com/2012/08/opi-skyfall-james-bond-50th-anniversary-collection-for-holiday-2012-info-photos.html

    It's something I doubt the guys here would be excited about, but I will definitely be getting some of those. :x
  • 0BradyM0Bondfanatic70BradyM0Bondfanatic7 Quantum Floral Arrangements: "We Have Petals Everywhere"
    Posts: 28,694
    jackdagger wrote:
    I just stumbled upon this:
    http://www.chicprofile.com/2012/08/opi-skyfall-james-bond-50th-anniversary-collection-for-holiday-2012-info-photos.html

    It's something I doubt the guys here would be excited about, but I will definitely be getting some of those. :x
    Just as long as they match my eyes. ;) =))

  • SandySandy Somewhere in Europe
    Posts: 4,012
    jackdagger wrote:
    I just stumbled upon this:
    http://www.chicprofile.com/2012/08/opi-skyfall-james-bond-50th-anniversary-collection-for-holiday-2012-info-photos.html

    It's something I doubt the guys here would be excited about, but I will definitely be getting some of those. :x

    OPI is ridiculously expensive in Europe so unless someone gets them for me in the US I'll pass, no matter how beautiful they are (they truly are gorgeous) or how addicted I am to nail polish.
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
    edited August 2012 Posts: 12,480
    On holiday now, good to see this thread ongoing. :) Yes, I have one week to recuperate from overkill/overdrive/too much work and stress. I still have to do lesson plans and assessment paperwork but a little every day will be okay and still give me a much needed break.

    GermanLady: You, too, are nice and may I add also generous. You give so much wonderful news, tidbits and insights into Bond for this site. You give us excellent content faster than nearly anyone else (and sometimes definitely first). When you argue you just usually argue, and don't degrade your posts with foul language or name calling. I hope you are very much around and involved on this forum thru Daniel's tenure as Bond - and I hope that is for years to come. I won't go away, I will check in periodically for sure, just not going onto Skyfall threads much or at all. Currently trying to do my reviews for the Originals thread.

    And may I say well done to all the Brits for the fabulous Olympics which just ended! How I wish I could have seen it, especially live. I am now searching this a.m. for internet video so I can watch the opening ceremony and some sports. Closing ceremony would be nice, too. I just went on BBC news and thought well the Olympics are finished so maybe I won't be blocked anymore (videos) - they now have the entire opening ceremony online for viewers! - but no, I cannot watch it in my "area." I will buy the dvd later, but I think sometime this week I can find these things on youtube or somewhere.

    Hope everyone has a great week! Still dog days of summer here in western Japan.
    "Kio sketay" (take care), my comrades in Bond. :)>-
  • SandySandy Somewhere in Europe
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    On holiday now, good to see this thread ongoing. :) Yes, I have one week to recuperate from overkill/overdrive/too much work and stress. I still have to do lesson plans and assessment paperwork but a little every day will be okay and still give me a much needed break.

    GermanLady: You, too, are nice and may I add also generous. You give so much wonderful news, tidbits and insights into Bond for this site. You give us excellent content faster than nearly anyone else (and sometimes definitely first). When you argue you just usually argue, and don't degrade your posts with foul language or name calling. I hope you are very much around and involved on this forum thru Daniel's tenure as Bond - and I hope that is for years to come. I won't go away, I will check in periodically for sure, just not going onto Skyfall threads much or at all. Currently trying to do my reviews for the Originals thread.

    And may I say well done to all the Brits for the fabulous Olympics which just ended! How I wish I could have seen it, especially live. I am now searching this a.m. for internet video so I can watch the opening ceremony and some sports. Closing ceremony would be nice, too. I just went on BBC news and thought well the Olympics are finished so maybe I won't be blocked anymore (videos) - they now have the entire opening ceremony online for viewers! - but no, I cannot watch it in my "area." I will buy the dvd later, but I think sometime this week I can find these things on youtube or somewhere.

    Hope everyone has a great week! Still dog days of summer here in western Japan.
    "Kio sketay" (take care), my comrades in Bond. :)>-

    Have a nice holiday! Is that you teaching in your avatar? It's nice to add a face to the name :-h
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
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    Yes I finally uploaded a pic of me! I only have 3 available I think. Too bad it is so far away, but it is me reading a Xmas story at my former language school to children at our Xmas party. Hard to see me and you cannot really see my hair (it is a long braid).
  • 0BradyM0Bondfanatic70BradyM0Bondfanatic7 Quantum Floral Arrangements: "We Have Petals Everywhere"
    Posts: 28,694
    Yes I finally uploaded a pic of me! I only have 3 available I think. Too bad it is so far away, but it is me reading a Xmas story at my former language school to children at our Xmas party. Hard to see me and you cannot really see my hair (it is a long braid).

    Well, regardless you are in an area of occupation that is suffering and needs good standing educators to show kids that it is fun to learn and have a thirst for knowledge and reading books. Hats off to you, @4EverBonded.
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
    edited August 2012 Posts: 12,480
    Yes I finally uploaded a pic of me! I only have 3 available I think. Too bad it is so far away, but it is me reading a Xmas story at my former language school to children at our Xmas party. Hard to see me and you cannot really see my hair (it is a long braid).

    Well, regardless you are in an area of occupation that is suffering and needs good standing educators to show kids that it is fun to learn and have a thirst for knowledge and reading books. Hats off to you, @4EverBonded.

    Thanks, 0Brady. I love teaching, actually. (having trouble with this computer ...) Off to walk my dog. Back later. :)
  • edited August 2012 Posts: 6,601
    Sorry to be late with an answer, dear Japan Lady. I see a lovely blonde woman doing, what she likes best - entertain her beliefs to young people. Thanks for your words, you are one of those people who see the best in everybody. This is a great gift and certainly fits your profession. I am sure, a break was needed and I hope, you enjoyed it. But I suppose, you will also be happy to be back to work and see the little monsters again. ;)

    No worries, I will stick around as long as Daniel does, so hopefully for a couple of years to come and give my "senf" (Germans will know, what it means to what interests me.
  • SandySandy Somewhere in Europe
    edited August 2012 Posts: 4,012
    Yes I finally uploaded a pic of me! I only have 3 available I think. Too bad it is so far away, but it is me reading a Xmas story at my former language school to children at our Xmas party. Hard to see me and you cannot really see my hair (it is a long braid).

    I love the photo! Now I'm curious about the braid. I think being a teacher is such a honorable profession in this world, I have some very good memories especially of my primary school teacher who was amazing. I later had very nasty teachers (I studied in a very nasty high school, it's a miracle how well I turned out academically) but the good ones made up for the bad ones :)
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
    edited August 2012 Posts: 12,480
    Ah, we all have good and bad teachers. The lucky ones have a few good ones or at least a couple that have helped shape us in a postiive way. I do love teaching, even though it can be frustrating a times. Teaching here is lovely and I enjoy teaching all ages. I guess I try to instill a sense of belief in self and positive outlook for my students, no matter what age they are or where I am teaching (Japan/America). I want them to not be hesitant to speak up and make a mistake; that is okay. We learn by doing, mistakes and all. And that is very different from Japanese culture.

    You know, in America we are raised with such a strong sense of "be yourself, don't be afraid to take a risk and stand out, be different, be an individual", etc. - which goes strongly against the main culture here in Japan. Japan is a group-oriented culture where standing out is frowned upon. They truly do not want to be different; that is not considered good. I could go on and on, but suffice to say there are many good things about Japan's culture that I admire and some things I don't. That is certainly true for American culture, too (good and bad, in my opinion). In Japan: "The nail that sticks up is hammered down."

    I see my young students leaving kindergarten fairly competent in English (it is a 4 year immersion program; I teach the final 2 years here; they graduate my class to enter first grade at age 6) - they chat, play, fight, and have fun all in English. What a joy for an English teacher! ("You're gonna do that, so I'm gonna do this" "Oh no you don't! It's my turn! "No it isn't" "Yeah it is!" ... "That's so funny" "Oh, I like that, too!" etc.) Yet I see them go into first grade and come back to our afternoon program, not wanting to speak up, especially not in English, their personalities seem to me to definitely become quieter and submerged. Submerged is the right word, I think. The Japanese are wonderful people - vibrant, loving, fun, and good/bad, very smart/just average - just like any people anywhere ... but their culture is not to show their emotions or feelings or stand out. So in public, it is a different face/attitude than in private. Big difference. And that is reinforced storngly in their Japanese schools, including first grade. For me, I try to have my older students I teach in the afternoon (yes, I teach a loooong day, but rewarding) speak up and have fun and not be afraid to make a mistake. I want them to enjoy the class but also continue to learn English. And you cannot learn to speak another language unless you actually speak up and try. So it is different and sometimes a bit of a struggle, but I love these kids and I take every small success and cherish it. I hope to teach here another 3 years at least. I have little savings and am trying to save more; I cannot move anywhere else for a few years. But I also enjoy living here and want to be here another 3 years. I am very blessed with my wonderful home and friends, a view of the Seto Inland Sea, my adorable big dog, and students I enjoy.

    As soon as my boss hires another teacher (we are hoping this Sept/Oct!!) my workload will halve and that will be a tremendous boost for my health and sanity. I am just overworked; have been for a year.

    So much for me and my teaching life here in Japan. I enjoy this forum every day because it takes me out of the "lesson planning" mode I am stuck in most of my waking hours. And I do love James Bond. Always a fun thing for me to talk about and see. :)

    P.S. I have always had long hair; I just cut 6 inches off and the braid still comes nearly to my waist. I will be one of those little old ladies with wispy white hair, long hair wrapped in a tiny braid bun. Ha! But long hair suits me, is part of who I am.

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    A bit of fun for us gals :D

    arms2.jpg
  • SandySandy Somewhere in Europe
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    I didn't get it @Germanlady, what's funny? It's a caption from the trailer, the train fight sequence, right?
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
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    Hmmm. Is he on a motorbike? Anything else to show? (I admire DC's taste in ties, but ... ) :D
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    Gosh Ladies, its just meant as a bit of eyye candy. Arms... ;) I thought, that was obvious..
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    If this doesn't get me off to sleep, nothing will

    Danke und Gute Nacht I-)
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    If this doesn't get me off to sleep, nothing will

    Danke und Gute Nacht I-)

    I take it you are no German, since you go to sleep just now. But you are welcome. Sad that those arms put you to sleep. If I was mean, I would find a Berenice pic now to wake you up again. B-)
  • edited August 2012 Posts: 6,601
    Why did I put a "For all to read" in the title? Not because I am overestimating my own importance, but because I think, this is as much about my own experience as it is about the general attitude here. As so often - there are only a few - for whom this description is fitting, but a few are often enough.

    People, who care will have noticed, that I stopped being critic and negative about Dalton, for example, a long time ago. Why is that? Because I realized, its disrespectful to post, when you KNOW, nothing anybody can say, will make you change your mind. If I still go and throw my negativity all over that place - its disrespectful to those, who care.

    Now to DC, whose Mother hen someone called me. And why did he do that? Because it seems to me, its allowed and appropriate for a person to do nothing but critisize and bash everything that has even remotely to do with him and, of course, the new film. So attacking with vengeance and non stop is allowed, but defending is not.

    And - as I have repeated often enough, I am not talking about people, who have an opinion, that gives a positive one once in a while air to breathe. I am talking about people, who have been, are now and will be here in the future. Their only opinion is their dislike. Apart from that, its just relentlessly trying to bring negativity into the game and it works. If I wanted for some reason, I could find words of dislike and boredom and whatnot for absolutely everything I choose. Even if I love it. Everybody with half a brain can do that. So - if I choose to bring hatred and negativity, its easy, as there will always be some, who really HAVE that opinion and then - all of a sudden - something that was good for most a moment ago turns around or doubt is planted. That's what these people want.

    They are allowed to do that for quite a while, have people backing them up even, because they dress it up as opinion and every board I know, fiercely protects its right of opinion - and rightly so.

    I think, nobody could say, that I jumpt on every negativity towards DC or the film. Its normal, there are different views and I accept that, but I do step on those feet, (for as long as they let me), who use his tenure to come here and think, they can just randomly throw around their dislike in order to show, how stupid it is to like and enjoy anything, that has to do with DC or SF. And - of course - they behave in the same was with every other subject or actor they dislike.

    People here seem to be so afraid of any sort of dispute, that they rather accept all sorts of "stepping over lines" A simple "Sorry, mate" and all is good. Nice, but ain't wokring, as it only shows them, as long as they say sorry, they can go on and on...not changing their attitude at all. What do they care? (and the mods can't be everywhere)...

    So - in the end, when they have finally taken it too far, they are banned. Its a shame, it has to come that far IMO.

    Just wanted to make undestood, where I am coming from and what is going wrong at times IMO in some length for once. I would like to stir some thoughts at least or discussion about this.
  • SandySandy Somewhere in Europe
    Posts: 4,012
    Hi @Germanlady, yes it has been too much. I have posted a comment on the post I think you are talking about (or at least the worst one). It was the last comment I have posted on that thread. I don't like when it gets too far, usually I leave threads before it happens. Luckily those are the minority. Be sure that I support you, even when (like I said) I don't agree with every opinion you have.
  • Is this because of your argument with Getafix on the other thread?
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
    edited August 2012 Posts: 12,480
    I feel it is about Getafix. So here is what I have to say about him - or any other posters who have in the past or in the future write that continually, ugly worded, mean spirited bashing kind of posts, ones that go too far in my opinion.

    There is negativity and strong opinions and sticking up for having your say, etc. And then there is too much. There is a line that can be crossed. I have to say it has been too negative from Getafix for some time; he in particular has been too extremely negative to the point of being rude and purposely antagonistic. For the past 3 weeks at least, I have been just reading a bit on this forum quickly once or twice a day because I have been swamped at work. I was really put off by some of his recent comments, especially as it has seemed to escalate.

    I know people have their own opinion and sometimes we want to state things strongly but when I read some recent comments by Getafix I was upset and angered; more than annoyed ... because it was pushed and pushed too strenuously, unrelenting bashing ... and it comes across as stupid and truly mean spirited. Last evening, I stopped myself from commenting immediately because I felt I would might type something that I would regret. So here it is Sat. morning for me, and I am now going to get caught up on many things in my life (my one stress just finished at work).

    I just know that I don't need, or want, to read negative name calling childish continual bashing kind of posts - a waste of my time and not what I find rewarding about this forum. So yes I can (and do) choose not to read certain posters anymore if it comes to that. But it is a shame things have gotten out of hand to that degree. That is not what a spirited debate is about. I can handle strong terms, strong words, overstating a case at times, cheekiness, etc. - but then let's get things under more control to have a decent debate or discussion. Ugly name calling, foul language, provoking and pushing others in a way that is ugly and beyond childish, the continual mean spiritied bashing - all of that is not acceptable to me. It just isn't.

    Our forum threads can be so interesting and fun. It can be a good debate, yes, but things don't have to be a real debate, either (although that is interesting if done with basic regard for others and not ugly) - most of us realize we cannot change others' opinions, but it is good to be able to voice our opinions and also discuss things in a wide ranging discussion. I want debate, discussion, chat, fun, playfulness, even cheekiness and arguments - but there is a tipping point to where things get too ugly and that is a shame.

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    @royale: Getafixn(who just recently came back to the board) is just standing in for those, who have that behaviour.

    @Sandy and 4ever: Its not the name calling from "those" people, that leaves me angry and with ???, its the fact, that other - decent - people feel the need to back them up and have a go at me for trying to stop that behaviour, which hence only makes it worse, since they feel reassured to go on. Maybe because its a mans world here and I am a woman, maybe because some put it against me, that I don't discuss other Bonds or threads...anyway, I don't see, how this helps the overall picture.
  • 4EverBonded4EverBonded the Ballrooms of Mars
    edited August 2012 Posts: 12,480
    Well, I don't like the name calling and antagonistic continual bashing; it can cross a line, for me. I also do not like others backing them up with the jolly, we're all mates, attitude. That actually may be overstating it, but I think people will know what I mean.

    I am not putting it quite the way I mean, and I am in a hurry. Sorry. I do think the "we're all mates attitude" can be good, actually. I mean that if someone is name calling, overly bashing, rude, etc. (in the extreme) then - for me - it is not okay to just say: That's ok, it's his opinion. And just move on. Or worse yet attack the person who was defending him- or herself. If someone, anyone, sticks up for themself or defends themself from those kind of ridiculous attacks it is not fair to heap negativity on those defending themselves. It becomes a downward, petty spiral.
    Also, when I defend myself, I should refrain from sinking to the same name calling bashing mean spirited 4 year old mentality that was directed at me.
  • Germanlady wrote:
    Maybe because its a mans world here and I am a woman

    Cmon now, that has nothing to do with this.
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