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Paranoia....

Since you're an admin and all... Does it strike you as odd that a user just created yesterday a user just created yesterday would know about the Bot Approvals Group and AN (see here), and would be so comfortable at AN as to be perfectly happy making obnoxious, condescending, vaguely sexist remarks? (I wrote three different inflammatory replies and thanked heavens for the Cancel button each time.) This just seems....DUCK-y, ya know? Gladys J Cortez 07:56, 1 June 2008 (UTC)

Ah, jeez Gladys, I didn't even see this little post here! Too much going on. Still need assistance? I'll go to your talkpage, as you've probably given up on waiting for my tardy reply. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:40, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

No worries--obviously you've had quite a lot going on, both off-wiki and on...I just finished reading that RfA myself, and...holy cow. As for needing assistance...well, the immediate issue has passed, but I'm still very curious as to how a "brand new" user knows so much about AN and the like. I suppose that would be the textbook definition of using checkuser for "fishing", though, wouldn't it. Ah, well. Time will tell. But thanks for getting back to me! Gladys J Cortez 18:42, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

You're right, and that's exactly what I was thinking--someone who'd invoked RTV, and who had returned. And as you said, the thing that perked up my ears was the way he immediately popped up at AN--that's not the average n00b, nor does it seem the action of a drama-averse I've-changed-my-ways RTV'er. We'll see what comes of it. (Oh--and re: furious butter--during the "Prima Fascist" kerfuffle, there was an edit where someone called this action "an atrocity". So I reacted predictably to grammar-abuse, and in my edit summary said "god, some people are outraged by BUTTER!" And it went from there....You know, not so funny when you type it all out. Guess you had to be there. ;) Anyway, hope things have settled down in your world! Gladys J Cortez 21:22, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Wow, we are like the MASTERS of editing crossfire!!!! WooHoo! YEAH! WHAM! (whoa...sorry...dunno what got into me there. hehehe) Butter has NOTHING to do with atrocity; it was an example of something utterly inoffensive, to demonstrate that some people can get worked up over the most harmless, innocent things. (And actually, I think I nicked that phrase from somewhere...) And yes, I finally did discover the eleventy-nine other posts above on the Prima Fascist thing...your talk page is like Kerfuffles-(backwards-r)-Us!! Gladys J Cortez 21:33, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Just wanted...

To edit somewhere not relating to the bot today! What have I done?? Even in everyone's watchlist, there is a message about it. I have so far had 6 cups of tea to de-stress per my comments at my RfA. (breathes into paper bag) Fritzpoll (talk) 17:41, 1 June 2008 (UTC)

Egads, Fritz, what have you done, except of course write a terrific bot that has somehow terrified the masses:-) It's a Terrific Bot. Don't Give Up on it. I've read the village pump page, what a bunch of insane opposition. I can understand the frustration for you and Blofeld to have to constantly be repeating yourself. Some editors see bot + millions + stubs and think the world is in fact ending, when really the world is only being (finally!) added to Wikipedia. We could of course, use your new "high profile" and shiny new buttons to revive this, (which seems like ages ago, doesn't it? :-) Like I said in my nom, I'm proud to be the one to say "I nominated Fritzpoll", because I firmly believe he could be one of the best administrators of this encyclopedia yet Have some tea, enjoy the show! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:32, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh heh. Well, I've tried proposing a compromise. Two opposers seem to still think that humans aren't involved, and one thinks that it's a solution searching for a problem. THe new proposal wouldn't be millions...oh dear. I don't think this will go well! Tea! Tea! Dear God, yes, tea! (runs for the kettle) Fritzpoll (talk) 15:35, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Where's the new proposal? I never weighed in on the old one (but thought it was going well). I'm a bit confused now...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:37, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

On the same page (accessible via your watchlist probably) here [1]- I just archived it and moved on to the new thing, because it was degrading into a slanging match. If it does that again, I will just pull the plug. Fritzpoll (talk) 15:42, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

RFA

What exactly did Balloonman do in the DHMO RFA that's got such a fuss going? I can tell something was going on, but I can also tell I'm missing something. Sorry for being dense on this. — Rlevse • Talk • 20:34, 1 June 2008 (UTC)

As Keeper's away, I'll take the liberty of replying; changed from "nominator" to "oppose" mid-RFA. — iridescent 20:36, 1 June 2008 (UTC)

Wow. And what was the reason for this? — Rlevse • Talk • 20:40, 1 June 2008 (UTC)

Probably better to read this trainwreck of a discussion than for me to try to summarise it, since I'm not sure I understand the arguments on both sides. To save you digging through histories, this was the "killer diff". — iridescent 20:45, 1 June 2008 (UTC)

Now I get it. I saw the RFA and this: User_talk:Balloonman#I don't even know what to say thread on that page, but knew there was more. Wow is all I can say. Strange. — Rlevse • Talk • 20:49, 1 June 2008 (UTC)

Since I made my post there, I noticed that the "discussion" was irrelevant, going into approval percentages and other such garbage. I'm not sure how that thread got to where it got, but it may have been Iridescent's fault for adding a "FWIW" early on. :-) Either way, I've added a new thread below it here to apologize to Balloonman for starting a flame again. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:39, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

You think that thread was bad... look everywhere else regarding this RfA-to-end-all-RfAs. Even some spilled onto my talk, (albeit only pleasantries there). After BMan's actions, it seems he then took the proverbial largest shovel he could find and started to dig. The hole is so big now... I hope when he rejoins the convo he's able to recuperate from all this. Your apology was pleasant... but I think, in the end, the best course of action was you stating what you did publicly, then publicly apologizing. All of stuff that has been said really needed to be said. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 15:45, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Huggle

Have you heard from User:Gurch yet? [2]  ;-)

I've was looking through the candidates for the Board of Trustees election earlier, and I was reminded of the absurdity of being told by someone who is a trainee lawyer, and who runs a web site called WikiLaw, that to call someone a wikilawyer is "highly uncivil". I really don't think I'll ever understand some of the nonsense that goes on here. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 17:27, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Haven't heard from Gurch, no. I'm assuming he found the "huggle" entry "not funny?" Iridescent didn't write that one, I did. But I do recall seeing a lengthy discourse between G/huggle and Irid on Irid's talkpage, or maybe it was wt:rfa...as for wikilawyers...another time. Haven't made it over to the !elections yet...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:32, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Yeah, I know. Iridiscent put the blame squarely onto you. :lol: As for the elections, Kurt Weber certainly got one of my votes, mainly because he doesn't seem to me like the type of person who would be likely to roll over and take shit. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 17:37, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Hey Gurch, I noticed that you took offense (on Irid. talkpage) to me calling huggle "rollback that has washed the crack-cocaine down with a redbull" I'll change it immediately, it was honestly and completely meant as a compliment to the wonder that is Huggle. I'm actually terrified at huggle, don't have it installed, but I find it to be profoundly useful in its quickness and design. I sincerely meant no disrespect. Would you like me to re-characterize the entry (or, of course being a wiki, you are certainly welcome to do so yourself), Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:44, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

It is as much the page's general tone, and its apparent use as a platform for attacking users who deal with vandalism in general, as one particular entry. I fully realise it's intended to be humorous (though as it lacks the humor tag I daresay somebody will fail to realise this soon), but I just don't really see how saying some of these things, even in user space, can possibly be constructive -- Gurch (talk) 17:56, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm not sure anyone claimed it to be constructive at anytime, just a good bit of venting, and a good laugh. Would you like me to change the Huggle entry? And Malleus, how do you feel about the humor tag? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:58, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm probably just being overly sensitive to the Huggle entry. But even so, looking at that page I get told that rollback and speedy tagging are pointless, and that I'm abusively inflating my edit count, am less than 14 years old, and have no girlfriend. What exactly is your point here? -- Gurch (talk) 18:04, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Is any of that true? I'm just kidding. It's actually meant as harmless fun, and self-deprecating, not community deprecating. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:05, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Feel free to add the humor tag, although I'm surprised that anyone reading it would take it personally. It is, as you say, "self-deprecating", a reminder to those of us engaged in this endeavour called WikiPedia that we really ought not to take ourselves too seriously. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 18:19, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm a shameless advertiser

Thanks for your comments over on Pedro's new mentoring page. Maybe mentioning it here will get some traffic. Yeah, the admin thing... seems now a days people think I have 8k edits, and that my first name is Gwyn and I'm a girl (ewwwwwwww). Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 19:12, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

heheh. I think I'll add a template to the top of my page. Keeper is not Wikipedia, but his page should have WP: in front of it nonetheless. For mentoring, go here. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:14, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

a new laugh for you...

since laughs are the name of the game, you might enjoy this one. Not the ANI heads up, but Brew's and my 'mischief' ;) _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 20:37, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

heh...excellent. I would like to think that those that rent mules wouldn't treat them any less humanely as those that buy them....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:39, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

reminds me of Cecil Fielder the first time I remember the Yankees renting a bat for the end of season. And I'm off. Want to attempt to et home before the game. Have a good night and may the best team win. :) _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 21:43, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Wow, so you're calling it for the Twins then eh? How generous of you...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:44, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

benefit of winning first two, the worst is a split. Yankees' announcers here on YES: Michael Kay, John Flaherty and Ken Singleton are already discussing Livon Hernandez as a trade chip for when the Twinkies fall out of it. With a shaky central I think they have a good shot at staying in. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 00:36, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Not only will they stay in, they'll win it. Calling it now. Detroit sucks. Pale hose are unreliable at best. Cleveland can't hit the ball. Royals are royals. Twins are consistent in being close in every game. Good pitching (especially in relief, although I desperately miss Neshek), good defense, and some timely hitting. They'll make post season as the Central division champs. And then probably lose round 1 to the wildcard, but meh, fun to watch anyway. Livon has been a pleasant surprise (I was doubtful to start the season), and will likely garner excellent trade options come fall....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 00:40, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Help

What on earth? Strange IP. Reported an established editor to AIV, borderline vandalism on article. I'm not really clear on what to do with this. Enigma ^message 21:02, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Not sure. Don't do much with AIV, never have, and I don't know enough (or frankly, anything) about English train stations to know if what he/she is adding is vandalism. The IP talk page is interesting, and according to contribs, has issued you a NFCC warning. You been uploadin' bad pics E-man? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:08, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I've never uploaded a pic to Wikipedia or Commons. Ever. The IP is issuing bogus warning. Apparently thinks this is a game. Enigma ^message 21:10, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Oh c'mon. Enigma ^message 21:40, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm reading E-man. I'm not convinced the IP is wrong, and it's starting to feel like bullying from both sides over a dispute over several months. I'm still reading, not calling anything or anyone wrong at this point. Show me a diff (besides bad use of warning templates and edit warring) that is blockable. 3RR has been broken by the IP and D-notice on London Overground as far as I can tell...what am I missing? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:50, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Edit warring at WP:AIV, [3], [4], [5], [6], Turbostar, and personal attacks at my talk. Enigma ^message 22:25, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I've looked through those. Very frustrating, I agree. (I'm not sure what was an "attack" on your talk though if I'm being honest, again I could be missing it). The IP is probably frustrated that you keep reverting everything he does on sight, including your own talkpage. We've both given IP a "final warning", and lots of advice. IP hasn't made any edits since, so no block ATM. Sorry, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:32, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

The attacks? It accused me of vandalism, adding bad images, and stalking it. All in one shot. Oh, and the IP continued after the final warning. It's just no one wanted to block. Enigma ^message 22:36, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm not unwilling to block, just not yet. Warnings have been given. No edits have been made contentiously (or at all) since the "final warnings". That would get turned down at AIV woudln't it? (I'm no expert at AIV, but I'm pretty sure it would). As for attacks, look through my archives, paying close attention to edits from those that just had their article speedy deleted. It gets a lot worse than that E-man to be called a "personal attack". Annoying? yes. Frustrating? Absolutely. Is he wrong? Yup. But he's not "attacking" you. Don't sweat it. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:38, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Well, I just got told that someone who personally attacked me at RfA is one of the most polite users on Wikipedia, so forgive me if my view is a little askew. 17:08, June 2, 2008 my time, I gave it a final warning. After that, it edit warred at three more pages. A report to AIV would get turned down, because some of the edits are not clearly vandalism. However, AIV has a very narrow focus. Enigma ^message 22:41, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

<outdent>I feel for you e-man, I really do. You are having most definitely a shitty week. Your RfA is shitty and unfair, and not an accurate picture of your contributions here. I'm watching the IP, waiting for some kind of acknowledgement (deleting,reply) that they received my message. Have a beer, friend. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:44, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

<deleted rant> Just know that you're all lucky. Enigma ^message 22:45, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I feel lucky. I feel like a Lucky Strike is how I feel. Oh, I can taste it. Haven't had a Marb for over a year. Sweet sweet nicotine....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:46, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Re: Rollback

It's in my userspace here. If you use it, you will need to change the link to my talk page to yours. Cheers, Malinaccier (talk) 01:00, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Ah, excellent! I added my own subpage, and tweaked it a bit to match my editing style/rollback granting. Thanks for your help, Mal! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 01:27, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Follow-up

As a post-script to this situation: to date, I have been fortunate to get all of the drama off GP75's page. I've also communicated with him, both on Wikipedia and privately, and I found him to be a very intelligent young man. We've discussed possible writing projects here. To my surprise, I found that he is more than capable of writing -- he created this short story that is online [7] that is raw but visceral. Quite frankly, Wikipedia could benefit from people who are capable of creating original quality copy.

I also made him the offer of Wikipedia adoption following the conclusion of his current exile, and he was happy for that.

I cannot guarantee this is going to head in the right direction. However, I believe it is a positive start.

Oh, from me: I somehow wound up with four DYK notices over the past four days, including two today. I think I need to take a breather. :) Ecoleetage (talk) 18:38, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Nice work Eco! I'm sure your efforts will be appreciated. I wasn't able to open the link to GP's writing, but I'll trust that it is good quality. Keep up the good work! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:40, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Here is the direct URL to his writing: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/3879280/1/LegendarySpyroGyro_Episod_One_Shadows_of_Life/ Ecoleetage (talk) 18:49, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

thanks for that, actually I think its my PC, corporate access restrictions. I'll check it from home if I get a chance to go online, cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:52, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I have another question, if it is not a bother: is there a statute of limitation regarding the handling of disruptive actions on Wikipedia? I am asking because I am aware of a very recent case where another teenage editor engaged in sockpuppetry and vandalism, but an admin found out and made no effort to punish the violator -- in fact, there was a lengthy Talk Page discussion where the admin called the young editor to task but openly declared he would not pursue the matter with blocks or bans. I am asking because I don't understand why someone like GP75 is blocked for several edits outside of a topic ban, but another editor is able to conduct sockpuppetry and vandalism and remain an active participant here. I was just confused if the enforcement of regulations is standardized, which doesn't appear to be the case in comparing these incidents. Thanks again! Ecoleetage (talk) 02:11, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

• PS: I should add that my inquiry is strictly academic (I am still relatively new to in-depth Wikipedia protocol and there is a lot here that I am trying to decipher - many things I see confuse me, which is why I am asking so many questions). Ecoleetage (talk) 02:31, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

The only thing consistent on Wikipedia is its inconsistency. Every case is unique, every editor (and admin) is a human being, and the "regulations" are enforced by over 1000 admins, and millions of editors and change daily. So, to answer your question rather bluntly, no "standardization". I wouldn't want it that way anyway, that means we'd have bots for admins. Some sockers get indefs, some get third/fifth/27th chances before indefs. GP, from what I can tell, has actually gotten several chances, has never been indef blocked, although I will say I'm not very familiar at all with him as I've never been involved with any of the discussions surrounding him. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:18, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Okay, thank you for the input. Ecoleetage (talk) 14:45, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

AFD Coaching

Have answered the questions and am awaiting your view on my views (hehe make sense?). I'll be back later on tonight if your off your wikibreak, I need to check your contribs and see if your back. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 21:57, 1 June 2008 (UTC)

Heading here next Dusti, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:53, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Yay, your back. I'm leaving a short note on the page, please respond when your avaliable. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 17:21, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Its on the discussion page. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 17:34, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

done Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:53, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

I think you meant  Done. But I got it :-) (use template brackets by hitting shift when you hit the bracket button on your PC) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:54, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Slipped my mind, check out the page again. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 19:02, 2 June 2008 (UTC)

Keeper - hope you see this here, didn't want to start a new thread. I've made some comments to Dusti over here. He wanted to discuss admin coaching, and also when he should run. I offered thoughts on that, thought maybe you should take a look as well and comment. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 17:39, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Email

You really should set up an email specifically for Wikipedia purposes. Gmail is good; emails like bobby.wp@gmail.com (note the bold; do that to distinguish this from your RL) are pretty common. dihydrogen monoxide (H₂O) 01:35, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Sorry water, can't do it. My corporate computer restricts access to "webmail" accounts. And I rarely, if ever, edit from home...sorry my friend...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 01:40, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Not a problem... just saw your comment on Bman's talk and was wondering if you had thought about it a bit more. :-) dihydrogen monoxide (H₂O) 01:46, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Hmm, always on Wikipedia instead of working, I bet that makes the boss happy. Ha ha. Useight (talk) 15:52, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I never said I wasn't the boss...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:53, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Awesome. Useight (talk) 16:10, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Aha! then we really do know his full name. "Keeper t. BigCheese" :-D _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 16:14, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

WP:OUTING!!!!! How dare you! Rogue admin rogue admin! Going to ANI with this....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:16, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

It's an upgrade from what I said to Enigmaman on Sunday Mr. Keeper Seventy-Six after you made this edit. You gave yourself a promotion here. And yes, always assumed Mr. Sunday's meet-up proved my theory on the ratio of MtoF here -- I was the only woman there and User:Daniel Case said I was the first in a number of months. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 16:33, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Well, I think you misunderstood Daniel. There were two women at the last meetup. But yeah, it's known that Wikipedia is overwhelmingly white males. Also see this. Enigma ^message 16:58, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

• chuckle* it sounds like the Yankees mailing list that I'm on. Been the lone female for ~ 10 years. It's odd. Odd. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 17:17, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I have exactly the same issues - damn those corporate firewalls - don't they realise I have real work to do ??? Pedro :  Chat  15:55, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

The following discussion is closed. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made in a new section.

Thanks for the bite

By all means, be a d-bag instead of helping me learn. Tool2Die4 (talk) 16:50, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Do I get to fill in what the d stands for? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:51, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

(ec) Christ, you were bringing the minor issue to other places without even being sure that it was canvassing. Struck. Over emotional response on my part tool2. I think people should be comfortable discussing a vote in this manner, but it was not unreasonable of you to look at it another way. Sorry. Also, maybe I'm defensive of Keeper. Gotta stop that. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 16:56, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c) The table at the beginning of Wikipedia:Canvassing says a biased message would equate to disruptive canvassing, but whatever. The whole RfA has become a joke, probably much like the inner-workings of Wikipedia. I'll drop the issue, and my concern. Tool2Die4 (talk) 16:55, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Who's that to? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:53, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Please lets stop this before it gets any further. Rudget (Help?) 16:53, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Agree. Tool, my apologies, I came across too gruff there. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:54, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Looks like apologies all around. {{resolved}} anyone? Rudget (Help?) 16:56, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

The discussion above is closed. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page. No further edits should be made to this discussion.

We really all look like a bunch of sissies, being so nice like that. Let's go edit articles about Sept 11th, or the Balkans, I need some real arguing. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 16:59, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

• Future nomination for Gwynand is hereby revoked. :) Rudget (Help?) 17:03, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Yeah, everyone's kinda jumpy this week with really silly in-fighting. Worse than usual. I think I'll go rename some English geographical articles, moving them to their Welsh names. I've heard that that usually goes over pretty well. Oh, and evolution is a conspiracy. And I believe the US should adopt a policy of allowing infanticide. Baby ugly and/or a girl? Cliff dive it. Let's see, who else can I piss off right now....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:03, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Hey Keep, since no one told you and your apparently too old to know it, the D is for deuche. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 17:01, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I know what the d stands for, but thanks. (and it's spelled douche) :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:04, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Keep, where I come from, that's how its spelled....hmmmm....Maybe Gwynand want's to argue this pont...lol Dusti^{complain/compliment} 17:08, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

If you want conflict Gwn, just go change Niko Bellic's nationality to Kazakh or something. xenocidic ( talk ¿ listen ) 17:04, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Welcome, xeno, to the most ridiculous talkpage on wiki. I never get anything done. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:06, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Why would I do that, Xeno? HE IS A RUSSIAN. You cant convince me otherwise! Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 17:07, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

For real hardcore conflict, try writing a bot to do something. (drinks heavily) Fritzpoll (talk) 17:08, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

In Soviet Russia, edit conflicts YOU! xenocidic ( talk ¿ listen ) 17:08, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

During your RFA. You damn fool. Must be a Brit (anybody pissed yet? :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:09, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Ha! RfA + Bot is for wimps. I should have run for another election at the same time to really challenge myself. That said, the whole bot thing is turning out even harder than the RfA - at least at RfA I understood the opposes - but some of these guys just aren't reading the proposal. (mumbles incoherently and goes home) Fritzpoll (talk) 17:13, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Ah, DANG, xeno! That one's going to my quotes page. Rock solid Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:10, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

(ec)Keeper, where can I add an oppose for too many user talk edits? Enigma ^message 17:12, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

<outdent>Let me just say that I'm very glad to have fooled the community into sysopping me in January. Mwahahahaha. I would never pass in today's RFA climate. No GA, FA, even DYK, no AIV reports, never been to RFPP, and I jabber about quite abit. That said, I am very good at identifying good candidates for adminship and nominating them (pennance I suppose) - all I have to do is find someone with a contribution history exactly the opposite of my own!  :-) In other words, don't do what Keeper do if you want a Keeper nom :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:15, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh. Thanks for the quote-add. I had a laugh at your other quotes. You made my list. xenocidic ( talk ¿ listen ) 17:22, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

On a more serious note Keeper...

was this CU evidence? Rudget (Help?) 17:09, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

No, just obvious. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:10, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Darn it. Thanks anyway. Rudget (Help?) 17:11, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Why? Did I use the wrong template or something? It's the same dude, humanbeings.scribblewiki guy. And now the lawyer part, just like clockwork....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:12, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Ack, doesn't matter. Just that {{sockpuppet|master account|confirmed}} is really only for those proved by CU, at least to my knowledge, substitute blocked for confirmed and that comes up with a different template. On the other note, does seem a little suspicious he knows our policy on WP:NLT. Rudget (Help?) 17:16, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I copy pasted the template from one of the other socks. I think a CU was done at some point...not sure though for sure. I was moving to fast. I'll go back and change the template Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:20, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

WP:HAU

Hello yet again. I regretfully inform you that the bot we were using to update the user status at Wikipedia:Highly Active Users, SoxBot V, was blocked for its constant updating. With this bot out of operation, a patch is in the works. Until that patch is reviewed and accepted by the developers, some options have been presented to use as workarounds: 1) Qui monobook (not available in Internet Explorer); 2) User:Hersfold/StatusTemplate; 3) Manually updating User:StatusBot/Status/USERNAME; or 4) Not worry about it and wait for the patch to go through, which hopefully won't take long. If you have another method, you can use that, too. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me. Useight (talk) 17:45, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I choose what's behind door #4, Monty. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:49, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Block of ChristopherJames2008

I request that you review the block request. I have created another sock account so that I can contribute to the wikipedia. If you wish to block then go ahead but I have created this account so that I can contact Jimbo Wales about my block. As I have admitted the sockpuppets you should unblock my main account. ChristopherJames20089 (talk) 19:22, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Er.. that's not how it works. Blocked. Rudget (Help?) 19:25, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c)You have dozens of socks. I have no idea what your "main account" is. They have all been used disruptively. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:26, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Hold on

That never happened. She never asked permission at all. She posted it before he even replied. Scarian^{Call me Pat!} 22:29, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I can see what you mean, Keeper. But the thing is, I still think it's wrong to post e-mails without permission, even if they do not contain anything personal. Enigmaman originally e-mailed QB to keep the discussion off of the wiki, perhaps that was his personal preference and would've preferred to have kept conversations like that restricted to e-mail. It's bad practice to reveal e-mail's without permission, we know that from what's happening with Giggy. Scarian^{Call me Pat!} 22:44, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Ell Giggos RFA - cough

[8] - Removed from the main RFA page by Ryan P. I'd protected it pro tem, until we get some clarity..... Pedro :  Chat  22:50, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

We're crossfiring Pedro. I just posted at Water's page. Undo whatever I just did please. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:51, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

No worries my man, all resolved - it was a bit hectic then! Sigh. Well, that RfA all ended up about as bad as it could have done eh? I'm going to bed in a moment - not sure I can keep up with the drama..... :( Pedro :  Chat  23:18, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

The only thing worse would have been EVula closing it (early) as successful (seeing as how he was a supporter...) Sigh. Hoping we don't lose Water over this crap. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:20, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

There was no good way for it to end. I really hope DHMO comes back after that trainwreck. Enigma ^message 23:26, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

The talk page

I don't think surrounding the entire thing with archive marks is really appropriate. "Subsequent comments should be made in a new section." I would say just to protect it without the archive tags. Enigma ^message 23:25, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Absolutely right. Left it protected, removed archive box. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:27, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I haven't really bothered to look at past ones, but shouldn't an archived/closed RfA have a closed talk page as well? Wisdom89 _{(T / ^C)} 23:29, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

It's closed, just not archived. I added protection to keep it from being added to beyond today's timestamp (even though I just read that Water wanted it unprotected, I disagree, and am leaving it protected - there are better forums for further discussions) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:30, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Keeper, please don't stifle it. Discussion on WT:RFA is useless, you know that as well as I do. Let the discussion, which was going OK, keep going. Let it die naturally. Please. dihydrogen monoxide (H₂O) 23:32, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Per your request, and only your request, I'll unprotect. Strongly advising that you let it die with protection and not "naturally" as it will most certainly degrade into ridiculousness if left on its own. But either way, I'll unprotect. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:33, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks. I can't imagine it getting any worse than it was already. dihydrogen monoxide (H₂O) 23:35, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm just glad you're not leaving. You're right, it can only get better from here. The stuff with East is very disappointing, and I'm sure you know that already. It's getting close to log off time in my world, although I know you're just getting started in yours. Cheers, friend. Don't be too discouraged. Life goes on outside of Wiki. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:37, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

On a somewhat related matter, I fixed the archiving at WT:RFA. The top one needs to go inside the section heading, and the bottom one is {{discussion bottom}} Enigma ^message 00:00, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Sigh, I know. I tried to fix it like three freeking times. I got it right the last time, but edit conflicted with you :-). BTW, I just posted to Irpen's talkpage. He's got you all wrong, IMO. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 00:03, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

In brief - I read your comment at Irpen's and it was a particularly well put comment. I too can't see why Enigma is being labelled that way by him and others. Cheers--VS ^talk 00:16, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Because labeling is fun. Anyway, just a note that the archive thing needs to be fixed here as well. I'd do it, but of course it's full protected. The proper way, like at the noticeboards, is to add to the top and bottom of the section, and at the very top (right after {{discussion top}}), explain why you're closing (possibly with <small> tags). Enigma ^message 00:19, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I had that page archived, and was talked out of it by Water (and others). I won't add it again. Cheers, and I hope your having a happy edit day E=man. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 00:22, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I think you misunderstood. I was referring to the way Jbmurray archived the last discussion left on the page. That needs to be fixed. As for happy, why wouldn't I be happy? :) You may choose to add some sarcasm to the last sentence Enigma ^message 00:26, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I usually assume that everyone is editing sarcastically. How else would I continue to edit here if I took everyone seriously? I'm washing my hands of everything related to RFA#3DHMO. DHMO is a fantastic editor, a fantastic administrator, but for some reason or another, (some good some bad) the community refuses to give him the extra tabs that go along with that. Que sera. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 00:28, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I guess this is the best place to ask, but why was the RfA blanked? I know I can look at the previous diffs, but what is the thought behind it? If anything, this is the RfA to be learned from (to salvage something from it). Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 00:40, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

For Internet searches. That's why blanking is preferable, even if it won't be deleted. Things in WP/User space should not be searchable, but they currently are because Wikipedia doesn't have a viable internal search engine. Enigma ^message 00:42, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Hello

User_talk:Dihydrogen_Monoxide#You're_awesome

Please read my response, I do not understand you're prior comment within that section regarding me. I hope after reading what I said, and assuming that I am an honest wikipeidan when I state such things, you will not gag at my contributions anymore. Beam 02:08, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I also posted similar sentiments to Al Tally, and Wisdom89 who could, like you, be seen seemingly belittling me and my sentiment towards DHMO. I assure you that I do believe you guys just think I'm over reacting or acting in some self interest, which would account for "gag" replies. But I have faith that after I explained myself you might not. Thanks for reading and sorry for taking up your time with such trivial shit. Feel free to respond about all of this (if you do have a response) on my talk page, or on DHMO's page, in that section. Beam 02:10, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Wikipedia talk:Requests for adminship/Dihydrogen Monoxide 3

You placed a hard-protection to coincide with a courtesy blanking on Wikipedia talk:Requests for adminship/Dihydrogen Monoxide 3. I realize emotions are high there, but I do not think it wise to blank and lock a talk page. Dialog is healthy. Talk pages are useful. The best place for the discussion about the Rfa is on the Rfa's talk page. A talk page should not be blocked. Please consider removing the protection and the blanking on the talk page. Sincerely, Kingturtle (talk) 12:25, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

If there is a consensus somewhere to unprotect, then unprotect. I've washed my hands of this. I strongly disagree that the page should be unprotected. It is unfair to the candidate, it is only continuing the drama with accusations one way or the other from supporters and opposers. It is divisive, belittling, and rude (again, on both sides, myself included). The RFA is over, the candidate withdrew. I didn't blank anything, others did that. I merely added protection to it. DHMO asked for it to be unprotected, I conceded, and within an hour, it was filled with vitriol again. Why would we unprotect it again? WT:RFA is a better venue for discussing problems with RFA, not this singular RFA. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:09, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Just passing through....

Work really hectic, and more important than the wikiworld for another 48 hours. I'll not be around. I'm not even going to look at the pump discussion as it really, really stresses me out. Just wanted to say thanks for the message - I hope all is well in your less-hectic wiki-life. Fritzpoll (talk) 15:09, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm sure Blofeld will battle righteously. Be well, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:12, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Well perhaps he'd rather not have to do all the work, he is human however much people think he is a bot himself!! ♦Blofeld of SPECTRE♦ ^$1,000,000? 15:14, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Fritzpoll is human? I thought he was British...*ducks and runs and hides* zing! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:15, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Ah, that just means we bottle everything up until it becomes too much, at which point we stoically make a tactical withdrawal that definitely does not equate to defeat Fritzpoll (talk) 15:25, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Aren't you supposed to be working? That's not one of those "fake Wikibreak" templates, is it? Go 'way! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:27, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm the bot, gone mad with power and code, usurping Fritzpoll's account! No seriously, this is the last thing I'm typing Fritzpoll (talk) 15:28, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Blofeld is a human? I thought he was a Brit, too? I'm an Editorofthewiki^{[citation needed]} 19:12, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Well

Things are going a bit more smoothly this time ;-) Tan | 39 16:19, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I've never seen an oppose based on having too thick of skin and recommending that others' would benefit from avoiding drama-laced conversations. To each his own, he's a good editor, but interesting nonetheless :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:23, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

No worries - he's got every right to cast his !vote. My only regret is taking the half hour or so to answer his questions, just to get ultimately opposed from them ;-) Tan | 39 16:26, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh, at least your getting questions this time...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:29, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Yawn, I may switch to oppose, Tan's RfA is kind of boring. Seriously, though, Q 5 was not worded in a neutral way, it was more like "You act this way which I disagree with, can you confirm that?" I think the way Todd is looking at it, it's a valid reason to oppose, I just happen to think you aren't dismissive in the way that he thinks. So, I think you answered the question well, but I have the inkling that Todd was leaning towards oppose anyways and there probably wasn't much you could say to change that. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 16:34, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Thank jeebus for boring RfAs. Tan | 39 16:38, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Quick question

As you know whats been going on, and you're an admin, could you tell me if this has any legs? I noted on my talk that he has every right to do whatever he feels in necessary in order to protect wikipedia, but this seems as though he's protecting something other than the project. I understand its sticky, and completely understand if you want to keep your fingers out of it. Thanks. Qb | ^{your 2 cents} 16:52, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

If anything, it reinforces why I don't have email enabled. Generally speaking though, Scarian is right, email communication shouldn't be posted on wiki. I would simply just ask Enigmaman if it would be ok for you to post the email/link/whatever on your talkpage. Wait for a reply. If he says no, don't do it (the RFA is over, it's time to move along for all parties involved). If he says go ahead, then go ahead. I can only assume, as should you, that anyone that you send an email to (regardless of your motivations or intent) would extend you the same consideration. Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:06, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Oh, I think we're past the whole "is she/isnt she" thing. In E's refactoring of Pat's message to me on Pat's talk, I would assume that he doesnt care. I meant him (Pat) posting it to AN/I. But like you said. The RfA is over now, so it doesnt entirely matter. I doubt anyone would ask for the email anyway, especially now that the whole precipitating factor is over, but far be it for me to dictate who can and cant see certain things. Thanks for answering mah kweztions. Qb | ^{your 2 cents} 17:13, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

User:BobBagwill

BobBagwill (talk · contribs · deleted contribs · logs · filter log · block user · block log)

mind having a look at his contribs? Something's fishy. Seems to have something against professional rugby players, all of which are definitely not speedy. Thoughts? He's not new, but newly re-active. Something's smelling ducky. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 16:58, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Looks like the speedies were all declined resoundingly. (I only found one left and removed it) User was warned, and hasn't tagged any more. Hopefully, he'll take the hint and stop, it would be disruptive at this point to continue what has so definitively been rejected the tagging as inappropriate. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:13, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks, I wasn't sure if it was vandalism but it was smelling 'off'. He explained it here, although I don't quite get the explanation. Hopefully it will stop. I wondered why CSD had so many entries and then I saw most of the South African team had been listed. Sanity checks are always good. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 17:22, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Thoughts re general advice to the "young"

See you saw me over on Stewie's page. Remember a few weeks ago I made some post regarding when we should discourage someone from the goal of adminship? There was some good discussion there, but I think you, and others, helped me understand that in most cases such discouragement is unnecesary, which I agreed with. Over the past few weeks, I have to say that the only thing that really stresses me out about wikipedia is when I realize that I/others are being overly harsh to a "younger person". It's not that we are being mean, its very hard to deal with such situations over the internet and also to be fair and not discriminatory towards a group of people in regards to their age. Despite this, I still think this is a sizeable problem and I'm uncomfortable with how some things in regard to it are handled. I think it's more harsh to repeatedly encourage a ten-year old to continue doing certain things on this project when the inevitable outcome for several years will only be (neccesary) ridicule from admins/editors over a certain natural level of disruption that some young people may have (love the political correctness!). Why did I come here with this? This is where I come! Anyways, sometimes I like to get my wikipedia views of my chest... the keeper forum is as good a place as any for some lively discussion. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 18:25, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Agree. User:Friday has some very strong views on "young editors" as well, and would probably vibe with a lot of your thoughts. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:53, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Regarding your last point Gwynand, I've been wondering if we could put the following into User:Malleus Fatuarum/WikiSpeak ;

• User talk:Keeper76 n.

WP:AN lite.

Pedro :  Chat  19:03, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh. If you want to start "naming" editors over there, be my guest. Nothing like a good roast...but be forewarned, it will end disastrously. :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:05, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Instructions for using the Keeper-pedia/WikiKeeper

1. Embrace the edit conflict, for happen it will.
2. Leaving a comment for Keeper doesn't mean that it will be Keeper who answers it. Make new friends you will.
3. Save the drama for your mama. Everyone (mostly) gets along here.
4. If American, you must be a baseball fan. Doesn't matter which team(s) as it's almost guaranteed someone will razz you on it. May apply for all sports{{vn}}

I thoought there were more when I first dreamed this up. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 19:10, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

That's just waaay too funny. I have tears in my eyes and my co-workers are peaking at me wondering what I'm drinking for lunch...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:12, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Just hope your keyboard didn't get a drink it turn. I've learned not to drink while reading in case of accidental funny. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 19:20, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

This thread proves to me that age has nothing to do with Maturity, and for that I'm very very glad :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:13, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

"I may be getting older but I refuse to grow up." _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 19:20, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

WP:UNCAT

Hi keeper I dont know if you have been watching what I have been doing but managed to clear the UNCAT of albums and also the films. Feel free to tell me if I have done wrong but I believe that I have put them all in the correct category. Just thought I would let you know how I was getting on. Chemistrygeek (talk) 20:33, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I just looked (very briefly), and it looks ok to me. Nice work, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:40, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Thats ok then. Many thanks Chemistrygeek (talk) 20:45, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

E-mail

I saw your comments at WT:RFA, if you'd like to use me and drop a big message box saying "I don't email, Emailuser:MBisanz with any issues." I'd be open to it. MBisanz ^talk 21:03, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Something like User:MBisanz/Keeper76 maybe MBisanz ^talk 21:23, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

My only hesitation is that right now, I'm blissfully uninvolved with email. If I had that (not that I don't trust you), I would always have the nagging feeling that you and editor X were talking about me. And my name isn't Kepper :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:26, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I understand, just offering to keep the backlog off the keeper. MBisanz ^talk 21:30, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I've never minded a busy talkpage, being a jabberjaw and all. I like the orange bar (and as you can probably attest with the edit conflicts), I rarely get to respond to someone/some issue before someone else anyway :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:34, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Vandals for blocking

Block these vandals please:

Here and User talk:Scoobydoo487, Both have had at least three of four warnings and some of their vandalsim has gone undetected. Things would be a lot easier if I had admin tools. I;ve seen countless examples daily of where I could protect this site but Punkmorten never gave me a chance. My positive points far outweigh any perceived "badness" I have ♦Blofeld of SPECTRE♦ ^$1,000,000? 21:15, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Perhaps we should start a cabal club? --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 21:30, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c to Blofeld) I'm afraid neither bad editor is (currently) blockable, as neither has made a single edit (good or bad) past their "final warning". If they receive a "final warning", and then continue, that's blockable. As for adminship, I think your 157,000 positive contributions would survive a glancing blow from Punkmorten, but you know that I think that already...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:32, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Mmmm. It does make me wonder why they get so many warnings sometimes when it is clearly after three or four warnings what their goals are. I'll be sure to let you know if it happens again, Cheers. ♦Blofeld of SPECTRE♦ ^$1,000,000? 21:34, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

I don't disagree, but I also don't want to be the header of an WP:ANI thread any more than I have to, hence I follow the block policy even if it appears clear cut on the surface. The scoobydoo character only made the one edit today. Obviously not a "dedicated user", but also relatively harmless as a drive-by gunslinger. Easily reverted. I liked your message on the first guy's talkpage - firm and direct. (As an aside, I always picture vandals as scruffy faced, slightly overweight teenagers that will live in their mother's basements for a rather longer time than what would normally be considered socially acceptable) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:37, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

On this site, I always picture everyone as scruffy faced, slightly overweight teenagers that will live in their mother's basements for a rather longer time than what would normally be considered socially acceptable. — iridescent 01:12, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks a lot. /sarcasm Useight (talk) 01:16, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh. If the shoe fits...buy the other one too....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:21, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Question

I need to jog your brain. If requested by the prinicpal of a school, can you block his/her IP addresse(s) from editing on Wikipedia? Dusti^{complain/compliment} 17:45, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

That's over my head, but my immediate answer is no. The principal of the school (unless privately owned by him/her) does not "own" the IP, or even the computer for that matter. He/she can create policy within his/her school, as the school's leader, to ban the students and faculty from editing. In other words, block from his/her own end, not ours. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:50, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

And "jog my brain" means get me to remember something from a previous conversation. I think you meant "pick my brain".  :-P Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:50, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I understand. The reason for me asking is that the IP for ISSCH continues to edit somehow, though Wikipeida has been blocked. I have talked to the prinicpal, and forgetting to ask you your thought, asked him if he wanted the school blocked from editing (i.e. we enforce the block as the user(s) have somehow gotten around the filter). No answer yet from him. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 17:54, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

That's something wrong at their end with their firewall or filter then, not Wikipedia. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:55, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Simple answer is no. And the reason is this - if a school, office or whatever wish to disable editing of Wikipedia they can do it through technical restriction at their end (e.g. by adding it to their firewall balcklist). Wikipedia doesn't need, nor should, get involved in those kinds of situations. Pedro :  Chat  17:58, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Agreed. And beyond fixing their technical issues, it fundamentally comes down to a supervision issue. If the principal/teacher/policy/faculty/school rules say don't edit Wikipedia, don't even read it, we can't be expected to uphold that. It would be like asking us to hand out detentions for editing. (interesting concept though....heheh Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:00, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I see, ok I'll relay the message. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:00, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

That's it Keeper, I want you for detention after your done editing on Wikipedia. Just a small story, while the whole issue with me and Wiki was going on, our last day of school also held our Memorial Day program. The IT Coordinator (individual who banned me from Wikipedia as well as the Superintendent(s)) was out taking picutres to post on our website, and I asked my guidance counselor if I should ask the IT guy for a copy of the picutres to post on Wikipedia. Laughter all around. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:07, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

That article could use some images for improvement, see if you can get them released! Tis a shame they are so "anti-Wikipedia". The article is neutral, well-written, and could use some photos. I'm willing to bet its a very nice looking, historic campus. Meh, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:09, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Check out the [www.issch.in.gov website] I'm almost positive you can find pictures on random websites as well, but that becomes a licensing issue doesn't it. I'm not too familiar in that area. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:20, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I can only presume they are all copyright protected/owned by the school (or perhaps the state if it's a state school). Only US Federal government works are free of copyright, if I underestand correctly. Someone unaffiliated with the school would have to physically go take their own pictures (and perhaps get permission to take the pictures), and then upload them themselves and release them from copyright. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:27, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

<colons again!> FYI the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument is somehow related to the Home. Just thought I would throw that out there, if you want to do something with that. IDK what tho :D. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:33, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Are you asking me to drive to Indiana and take pictures? I refuse. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

No, there is already an articlea bout the monument here on Wikipedia. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:39, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

You mean this?. Unless that statue is on school grounds, I wouldn't think those appropriate pics for the school article. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:42, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Hmmm....could have sworn it was related to the home in some way, oh well. I contacted someone about a picture I found on Flickr. We will see what he says about us using his picture. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:55, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

There are Soldiers and Sailors monumens all throughout the U.S. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 19:00, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

As can be attested by the disambiguation page. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:02, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Firming up that page

LOL. That was funny. I do hope that page survives ... I'm only worried that someone will start attacking specific editors, or something, and it will end up being its own drama. Oh the irony. Cheers, Antandrus (talk) 19:56, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I've been laughing more than crying lately in Wikipedia because of the efforts and creativity of editors on that page. What a riot. I'll go down with the ship if anyone tries to get it deleted...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:00, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Me too. I'm having fun.  :) Antandrus (talk) 20:02, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

As the nominal caretaker of that page I can guarantee that there will be no attacks on specific editors, and I'm certain that others who have contributed wouldn't allow that either. That was never the point. It was just meant to be a place to lighten up and have a laugh about how seriously some of us take this place and the sometimes odd things that happen here. If some humo[u]rless sob does decide to take it to MfD, so be it, but I'd hope that common sense would prevail. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 22:02, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Is it fair to describe it as a labo[u]r of love ? Pedro :  Chat  22:05, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I think it is, I am now strangely attached to it. :-) --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 22:08, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Like I said somewhere (Iridescent's page, I think), I haven't laughed so hard in months on-wiki. A great idea, great fun to see the creative side of Wikipedians. I'm rather attached myself...:-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:09, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Keeps, if you can, get this book. I'm sure it sold in the US - if not e-bay would be your friend. I expect Malleus may know it anyway. You'd be blowing Mountain Dew out of your nose for days.... Pedro :  Chat  22:12, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Or save yourself money, and see the link at the bottom of the page to a (copyright infringing) copy of the book. Pedro :  Chat  22:14, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Ooo, I will. I'm a huge D.Adams fan, didn't know that existed! Offline any sec here, I'll look it up on e-bay/amazon tomorrow. Excellent! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:15, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

If I may be allowed to be serious, just for a minute. I saw Keeper make a comment earlier today about RfA sucking the life out of editors, and I realised that's what happened to me. I doubt I've done anything very much constructive or creative since RFA#2, so probably it's also cathartic.</serious> --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 22:15, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Ok, your minute is up. Are you over it yet? I've thoroughly enjoyed wikispeak, and I know you'll rebound soon enough. Back to GA/FA. Or if not, back to real life. Either way, you're too real to be sucked down by that ridiculous forum. Cheers, going home now...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:18, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

My usual reply whenever anyone says something to me that seems to invite sympathy is to say: "You must be in the wrong shop, we don't sell sympathy. Have you tried next door?" Thank God I'm not at the end of a Samaritan's phoneline. :lol: --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 22:32, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Request

Hey Keeper, do you mind taking a quick look at the blocks I performed today and make sure everything is in order? Especially the 3 month IP blocks (they had previously received 1-monthers) and the most recent indef for vandalism-only. Thanks, xenocidic (talk) 21:10, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Sure, give me a sec. I don't do a ton of blocking (not my forte), but I understand it anywho...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:12, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Ah, excellent work, Xeno! I especially liked your creative ThisIsATest block rationale :-). The three month block was good, the indef was obvious. I would actually say you were a bit conservative with this one, I think that could have been indef as well, clearly not here to be constructive. You're doing great! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:18, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Aye, the first few were a little conservative, kindof like the way you dip your foot in a pool to check the temperature. xenocidic (talk) 21:56, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I know exactly what you're saying. Better to err on the side of caution, lest you end up a thread at WP:ANI as an "incompetent new admin". My first "serious" block was for like 12 hours tops. My first "serious" indef, I brought to AN myself :-). Be encouraged though, you're doing just fine! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:59, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Exxcellent advice. I've been taken to ANI a number of times for my blocks... if I have any question/concern about a block (or page protection) I will take myself to ANI just to let somebody else look at them.---Balloonman ^PoppaBalloon 22:03, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Taken to ANI for your blocks? You? I thought you'd never made a bad block!  :-P Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:07, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I haven't... never had ANI tell me that I was wrong ;-) actually, nobody ever comments on me when I take myself to ANI... so i MUST be right!---Balloonman ^PoppaBalloon 01:50, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Diff

Please see lines 4 - 5 of the green highlighted text. Chafford (talk) 21:34, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Where? On Arcayne's page or the ANI? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:35, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I beleive I placed the link on Arcayne's talkpage, in the message I left him...Chafford (talk) 21:43, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I've looked there. The only thing I see you linking (keeping in mind that nothing on my PC monitor appears green), is a link to a diff, and a link to WP:COOL. I'm still lost. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:45, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

A solution has just come about, someone has added their opinion to the whole thing on ani which contains a rather detailed list of quotes, one of them is the one I brought up, hope that clears it up...Chafford (talk) 21:48, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

An offer you (have every right to, but hpefully) can't refuse

Heya. I would email you about this, but since you don't have it enabled, I'll ask outright. I know you're probably sick of it at the minute, but you write such brilliant co-noms... yes, it's RfA. I have an admin coachee (albeit for not very long) who doesn't seem to be gaining anything - possibly a candidate for adminship? 7000 edits (over 350 to Talk:Main Page and several hundred to Ubuntu) and a barnstar from Elaragirl for his AfD work. What d'you say? weburiedoursecretsinthegarden 19:16, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Sure, I'll take a look at the candidate. I'll find him/her in your contribs (I'm assuming you have a coaching page somewhere, I'll find it...) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:18, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

I know who it is. Give me a day. Right off the bat, there is a userbox on the user's talkpage that I'm not thrilled about (namely the "I wanna be an admin box"). Contribs, on glance, look terrific though. Found the coaching page, I'll take a look there too. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:31, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Sorry Keeper for butting in (your page is my hub in many ways). Web... if this candidate is who I think it is, I think you should advise waiting a few more months. This RfA would make the third in just 4 months. I'm not discounting all the other positive things, but I don't see this one has being ready to go live any time soon. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 19:39, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Also Web, I hope my advice on adminship is not diminished due to what seems to be my fairly weak oppose of your adminship, hands down my worst oppose (the only one I ever really rethought). Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 19:42, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Its not who you think it is. The candidate that webur is talking about had a snow rfa as a n00b in 2005, and an unsuccessful one over a year ago in jan 2007. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:43, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

(Really glad I didn't put the person's name here then). Sorry, I'll take a step back. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 19:44, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

<free the colons!>To Webur. That is an excellent candidate. Several years of experience (off and on, mostly on for the last 1.5 years) and excellent clueful contribs. I'm afraid I won't be able to write a nom though. I'll elaborate a bit - the candidate, from what I can tell, is primarily a vandal fighter but does also have some very good mainspace editing. The edits to "Mainpage error" are excellent, his work in AFD is good, as is AFC. However, the candidates that I'm primarily nominating are "content editors", those that primarily are dedicated to perfection in whatever area of the actual encyclopedia they choose to add content, be it Manchester, Australian music, Revolutionary War history, Museums, content bots... My primary goal in nominating anyone for adminship is to take a very solid editor and give them the tools/freedoms in editing that I enjoy as a non-content editor (I really suck at writing referenced encyclopedic material, and proud of it). It is a crime against nature that I can delete things and block people when I haven't even gotten an article in DYK let alone GA or FA. My job here lately is to find those that build this place as evidenced by their long track record of content additions. Your coachee is a terrific editor, vandal fighters are invaluable and I feel they make good admins, and I will almost certainly give my "strong support" if/when an RFA shows up, but I'm afraid it doesn't fit my nomination criteria. No offense is intended of course, I hope you don't take any. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:44, 3 June 2008 (UTC)

Alright (sorry for the late response, I got no "new message bar"...), that's fine. I'm glad you think highly of him. Thanks for the insight. weburiedoursecretsinthegarden 19:41, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Sorry bout that! I forgot about this too, and I never remember to do talkback. Cheers Web, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:44, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

My Progress

Hi keeper, was wondering if you have been looking at my contributions? If you havent can you take a look and make sure that I am doing everything that I should. Many Thanks Chemistrygeek (talk) 19:04, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I noticed on your talkpage that you had some observations brought to your attention regarding your categorizing using HotCat. I was apparently too cursory in my quickcheck yesterday. Have you gone back and reviewed/fixed your categorizing? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:06, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Yes I did go back and have a look please feel free to let me know if I have missed anything, I have made a total of 419 edits in just under 36 hours dont think thats bad going really. Chemistrygeek (talk) 19:18, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

No, that's just fine. Thank you for your positive contributions, its refreshing to see. Have you fallen into any old habits (I'm thinking specifically of you linking people to your scribblewiki and offering them crat access). Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:21, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

No I havent but have seen a few other users doing it around here but to a site called wikirights which is a scribble wiki which I must admit I am a member of but might leave because of the copyright issues concerning the website which User:Nancy did give them a little message but they havent take any notice of it. So no I havent told anyone else about my wiki its getting its own visitors anyway from people typing it in on google which I am happy at. Chemistrygeek (talk) 19:27, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

That's good to here. Keep in mind that if I see any reference to your hb page on Wikipedia, I'll consider it spamming, block whatever account is doing it, assume it's you, and block you as well. Remember, this is already your last chance. I trust you not to go that route again, as do Nancy and Pedro. Cheers! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:29, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I know that and there wont be any links. I promise you of that. Chemistrygeek (talk) 19:33, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Do you know anything about this account? June 3rd, adding same stuff as you. If this is one of your old accounts, fess up to it now, I'll block it, and you can continue on your way. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:35, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

It was an old account dont use it now, forgot the password to it as it was randomly generated by my password maker. Moving on im off to have some tea now. Chemistrygeek (talk) 19:37, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Thank you for your honesty. Are there any others? (Keeping in mind how completely easy it is for me (and Nancy and Pedro) to find these, I strongly recommend that if you are serious about using only your "Chemistrygeek" account, that you confess to them here and now. They will be found if they exist. If they are found to have edited beyond June 5th, you will be blocked and will have used up your last chance. Feel free to leave a list here, or reply with "there are no more". Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:44, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Hi Keeper76 sorry for the long delay I didnt sign on again after tea as I had to do some work but they have all been blocked as far as I am aware but I will double check and list them if I find any that havent been blocked I will let you know. Chemistrygeek (talk) 11:37, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Again, thank you for your reformed contributions, its very refreshing. I've noticed you checking in with Nancy as well - that's an excellent sign that you're staying upfront and not trying to hide anything. Keep up the good work. (By the way, I laughed rather heartily at the "persona" of "WarVeteran". I'm willing to bet my year's paycheck that you're not a 93 year old man, seeing as you've also referenced things about your dad being a lawyer.... Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:42, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Nicely picked up on. No in actual fact im 17 sp I think that your paycheck is safe. I am at college training to become a lawyer as I am taking A Level law. Chemistrygeek (talk) 16:09, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

ye olde rfa thank spam

just didn't want to leave you out. p.s. you DO realize the support you referenced in your support changed to an oppose? ;> not sure if you've seen my in-depth RFA analysis yet, I actually referenced your famous username disclaimer in the discussion about my username. comments are welcome. templated thank spam below. best, xenocidic (talk) 23:20, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

templated rfa thank-spam

Thank you for your support

So...how do I use these things? ;>

I would like to thank the community for placing their trust in me during my recent request for adminship, which passed 72 13 2 . Rest assured, I have read each comment thoroughly and will be addressing the various concerns raised as I step cautiously into my new role as janitor. In particular, I would like to thank Balloonman for putting so much time into reviewing my contributions and writing such a thoughtful nomination statement after knowing me for only a brief period of time (and for convincing me that I was ready to take up the mop now, rather than go through admin coaching).

To my fellow admins - please let me know right away if I ever take any mis-steps with my new tools. Should I make a mistake, and you reverse the action, I will not consider it to be wheel-warring (but please tell me so I can understand what I did wrong).

To everyone - please feel free to slap me around a bit if I ever lose sight of the core philosophy of Wikipedia as I understand it - the advancement of knowledge through the processes of mutual understanding and respect. As always, feel free to drop by my talk page if I can be of any assistance. =)

Sincerely,

~xenocidic, 01:04, 4 June 2008 (UTC)

Silly man. It's ye olde thank spam. Enigma ^message 23:21, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

yarg, i was just coming here to change that =) Talk page stalker! ;> xenocidic (talk) 23:22, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

Does keeper really get annoyed by orange boxes?---Balloonman ^PoppaBalloon 23:27, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I sure hope not, people hang out at his talk page all day! xenocidic (talk) 23:29, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm a chronic stalker, as miranda so kindly pointed out at my RfA. you may once again choose to read the last sentence with a bit of sarcasm added Enigma ^message 23:32, 5 June 2008 (UTC)

In the end, I think we'd all stalk each other around in circles. Useight (talk) 00:53, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm glad I've been offline. Too many orange message bars! (nah, I love em...) Thanks for the spam, Xeno. Was that the one where I said "per Dorftrottel's excellent rationale? I think it was, because he simply signed his name. Dorftrottel is great. I saw him switch because of your username "tipping" him that way, decided not to revise my support - didn't need the extra drama. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:40, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Yea, I know, 'twas just a little joke. I tried to add a personal flavour to all my thank-spamm'en. xenocidic (talk) 14:48, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Cleanup

Since your a baseball fan, I was wondering what you thought about this edit. Best, RyRy5 (talk) 02:01, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Looks good RyRy on first glance. Keep up the good work! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:36, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks. :) --RyRy5 (talk) 17:20, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Checkup on an RfA close

Hey Keeper, I just did my first RfA closing, per NOTNOW. Can you checkup on it, make sure it was appropriate and everything else is in order? Guess you can start here. Thanks. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 14:30, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Too funny, I was just reading that! Looks perfectly valid to me. The advice was constructive, but Tiptoety's diff (perhaps rightfully, didn't look that closely) certainly tipped the scales to a slippery slope downwards. He's a good editor, hopefully he doesn't get too discouraged. RFA sucks. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:35, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

I had to read that last sentence 3 0 times to appreciate its true meaning. giggy _(:O) 14:42, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Yeah, that's how I looked at it. A case was made for why it really couldn't pass, that was certified by 10+ good-standing editors, the RfA ran for a solid 12 hours. No reason to let it get up to 25 repetitive opposes. Another thing: if I've voted in an RfA and it is at SNOW level, sometimes I go to the candidate's talk page to give them a friendly withdrawal suggestions. Here, I hadn't voted, but decided against asking "permission" to close it. I've learned that runs into problems when the candidate wants to let it keep running. If I've asked for that permission, and they give a friendly "no", then it becomes really hard to then close it in good faith after a candidate made that request, almost like salt in the wound. Also, if they aren't online (which he may not be in this case), then it also seems rude to ask if they want to withdraw, then just close it anyways. So, those are my thoughts. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 14:41, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Just so the rest of us don't have to wonder what y'all are discussing, the RfA being discussed here is Wikipedia:Requests_for_adminship/InDeBiz1. Tan | 39 14:49, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

You were probably right to close it, but IMO, it should've been a SNOW-closure. In my view, NOTNOW only applies with editors with very little experience. Maybe others don't see the distinction. The editor in question has been around for 9 months, with over 2,000 edits. Enigma ^message 16:55, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Yeah... I think all NOTNOWs are SNOWs, but not all SNOWs are NOTNOWs. I gave him the benefit of the doubt, the NOTNOW being that it was way too close to the legal threat to be considered. In hindsight, SNOW would have been a clearer essay for him as to why it was closed. Thanks for the advice Enigma. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 17:14, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

I agree it should have been a SNOW close, but it's just semantics and not a big deal. The closure was totally appropriate. Tan | 39 17:21, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

I support the close as WP:NOTNOW, and would actually prefer we never again use WP:SNOW to refer to another editor's good faith attempt at adminship. SNOW is for articles, and NOTNOW is for editors, and is the whole reason NOTNOW was created was to separate the two. I realize that my opinion is perhaps not the norm though. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:23, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

'twas why I proposed an alternative to snow. Shouldn't be used on people. too bitey, newbie or otherwise. xenocidic (talk) 17:26, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

IP Block

Hey Keeper, I'm currently at the library and I was checking the actual protection of a page, and I found my IP to be blocked for vandalism. I went to look at the contributions for the IP and found none, can you take a look? Thanks and let me know. Maybe I did something wrong. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 15:53, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

You're talking crazy talk here. That IP isn't blocked (at least not from our end). I would be surprised if true, but maybe the library has blocked editing? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:20, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Nope, I'll send ya the link in just a sec, b/c its blocked. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:22, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

This is what I get....You are currently unable to edit pages on Wikipedia.

You can still read pages, but cannot edit, change, or create them.

Editing from 165.138.0.0/16 (your account, IP address, or IP address range) has been disabled by Can't sleep, clown will eat me for the following reason(s): If you wish to contribute to this encyclopedia, please create an account at home and log in with it here.

Due to persistent vandalism (see edit log), editing by anonymous users from your school, library or institution's IP address may be currently disabled. You continue to have full access to read the encyclopedia. If you are logged in but still unable to edit, please follow these instructions. To prevent abuse, account creation via this IP address is probably also disabled.

If editing is required for class projects, please have your teacher or network administrator contact us (with reference to this IP address) at unblock-en-l from an email address listed on your school's website. Alternatively, if you have no Internet access at home, you may email us using your school-issued email address, telling us your preferred username. An account will be created for you. Please check on this list that the username you choose has not already been taken.

Thank you.

This block has been set to expire: 00:00, 1 September 2008.

Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:24, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Seems pretty standard. What's the link to that page? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:31, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Don't know if this will work or not but I used your page (just logged out and tried to edit your page....) here. Doubt it works, as its a standard page. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:47, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

We only see the edit box for Keeper's page, as you only see the block notice if you're blocked.

15:49, January 10, 2008 Can't sleep, clown will eat me (Talk | contribs) blocked "165.138.0.0/16 (Talk)" (anon. only, account creation blocked) with an expiry time of September 2008 ‎ {school block ) Enigma ^message 17:07, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Dusti, if you want to check the protection of a page, there are two ways:

1. Edit from your user account. If there's a bar at the top saying "Note: This page has been semi-protected so that only established users can edit it", then it's semi-protected.
2. go to a page's history. Then there's a link at the top saying "View logs for this page". Click that and you'll see. Enigma ^message 17:10, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Children's Home photo

Keeper, I just got an email from the person whose photo I wanted to use. He gave me explicit permission to use it on Wikipedia. I'm copying some text from the email here, what do I do from here?

Subj: Soldiers & Sailors Home photo Evan (blanking name) Sent: Thursday, June 05, 2008 8:01 PM To: Howe, Dustin A Attachments: Sure! You're welcome to use my photo of the Soldiers & Sailors home. And if you want to do any straightening or photoshopping of it, you're welcome to do that too.

Evan (blanking name)

Dusti^{complain/compliment} 15:56, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Is it a pic of the home or the statue? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:01, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

The Home (specifically the Administration building with some of the grounds included). Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:04, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Excellent. WP:UPLOAD. If it's from Flikr (I think you said it was), then Wikipedia:Upload/Flickr. I've now reached the limits of my knowledge with images. Anyone else wanna jump in and help dusti (for example, I'm pretty sure it's better to upload to commons), feel free! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:07, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Yes, please HELP!!!! Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:11, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

If someone wishes, I can forward them the email and provide a link to the page. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:48, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Is this a photo of a historic building or statue? Is there an article for it already? I know a few things about photos of historic buildings, so I could possibly give advice. And, if it's on the National Register of Historic Places, I'm interested. --Elkman ^(Elkspeak) 19:55, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Elkman, the article is located at ISSCH, its a school article. The campus is old, I believe the schools are old, but I'm not sure what the picture is of, and I also don't believe the buildings are on any registers. Any help you can provide Dusti would I'm certain be appreciated though. Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:00, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Elkman, would you like a link to the picture? Dusti^{complain/compliment} 03:08, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

Sure, go ahead and post a link to the picture. I noticed the article has a school infobox on it, and the infobox has room for a picture, so the image can most likely be posted in that infobox. I'll take a peek at it first. Let me know when you post it (here, on Keeper76's page, so we can annoy him with new messages and a side conversation. :-)) --Elkman ^(Elkspeak) 04:11, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

As far as I know, OTRS will need a copy of the license - and it'll need to be released under a license compatible with Wikipedia. Alex Muller 09:15, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

Rollback thanks

		Roses from Dorothy
		Dorothy the Dinosaur (and me) have given you this beautiful rose in appreciation for your support in my request for rollback priviledges, as well as your kind words! Thanks, and hehehe!

That's by a longshot the nicest "rollback thanks" I've ever gotten - made my day! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:33, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

DYK nom

And I was wondering what you thought about Pete Smith (baseball) that I've recently created. It's not a copyvio. I actually think it's a good start for an article. It's currently at Template:DYK but I already notified about the discussion and they have agreed to look at the article carefully. User:Useight said it was okay to nominate it even per the discussion, but others will have to look at it more carefully. Comments?--RyRy5 (talk) 19:54, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

I trust you Ryan. If Useight and others are carefully checking it over, I have no problem with it going for DYK. Let me know if it makes it, and let others know that I'm okay with it going through if in fact it is checked carefully and shown to be legitimate. You can use this diff as proof if you need it, nice work, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:58, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Will do. Thanks. --RyRy5 (talk) 20:00, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Oh, and you may want to see this. --RyRy5 (talk) 20:04, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Read that, a very nice review. Gonzofan was very thorough. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:15, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Protection

Since it's so in vogue these days, could you move-protect my talk and userpages? Thanks, Enigma ^message 20:05, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Dude, whats up, you don't like the skater girl?! Tan | 39 20:07, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

 Done. Actually, your userpage is already protected, added "move protection" to your talkpage; anyone can still edit it, just not move it. Cheers. Sorry to hear your a hater. :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:08, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Yep, I'm a hater. Actually, I didn't really understand what was going on. Keeper, does semi-protection prevent moves? My userpage was semi'd. Enigma ^message 20:09, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Ugh, I just looked at my watchlist. Something went on with my subpages. :( Enigma ^message 20:11, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

It looks like they're all at the right place now. (Just checked at Prefixindex). Whoever was doing that was a "drive-by" vandal, hit dozens of editors, I wouldn't worry too much about it. One and done, something to do with Avril Lavigne...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:14, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Yeah, I saw the Avril edit summaries. Got brought up on AN/I. People still trying to figure what kind of script or workaround the vandal used. And why did I get targeted? :( Enigma ^message 20:16, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Didn't notice the ANI, but it looks to be curbed ATM. Consider it a high honor to be targeted by vandals. They only pick on the guys they like (kinda like pushing the girl you like over on the playground in second grade...:-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:18, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Back

Did I miss much? Looks like I missed some carefully orchestrated vandalism...some contentious RfA stuff going on still...yep, all good. Have referred the bot decision to Pedro (well, I've asked him to determine what the consensus actually is) so I can actually get on with other things here! So, now that I'm both an admin, and I don't have to worry excessively about a massive community row...what do I do? Edit articles? Any suggestions on pages that need cleaning up would be helpful - I'm in a fixer-upper mood Fritzpoll (talk) 20:53, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Good to see you back, tea and wine filled I'm sure :-) You could always read up on new admin school, you can try tackling the admin backlog. Things have been rather uninteresting lately, minor stuff, nothing major. Since you're not busy getting a bot approved/consensussed, you could write an article from scratch and bring it to FA. That shouldn't be stressful </sarcasm> Check out WP:AFC, always something there to sink your teeth into. Glad you didn't disappear altogether! And Pedro was a good choice by the way, I can't think of a more neutral and honest editor to get an opinion from. Spot on (I wrote most of that because I know the Peds watchlists this page. tee hee!...) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:58, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh - I've seen Pedro around a lot. Always surprised that he isn't a 'crat. Been to the school - did it the first day I got the bit. I'll have a look at a backlog...though there is an article I was thinking of writing. Need to check it won't get deleted though...off to find some sources Fritzpoll (talk) 22:37, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Arcayne

So according to you it's not the slightest bit uncivil when someone refers to another editor as a "creep" and "passive agressive", but posting one's clarification and ensuring that it remains a visible part of the conversation is borderline harrasment? I have to question your judgement on this, as it seems you are not applying your perspective universally. An editor addressed me specifically on his talk page. As long as his stements addressing me remain, it is not unreasonable for me to want my response to remain as well. The guidelines for the deletion of comments suggests that "Only in the most serious of circumstances should an editor replace or edit a comment made by another editor.". I am following those guidelines.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 22:25, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Being called a creep is rather trivial in my mind. Much worse could be called. You need to let the sun go down on conflict, and let the sun rise on positive contribs to Wikipedia. I don't condone Arcayne's behavior, I merely condone his positive contributions outside his retaliatory talk messages. I didn't see him deleting anything, I see him being attacked. You need to let it go, you need to move on, as Treasury Tag has apparently done. Move On, TPS. Move on. Life's too short to get hung up on a word like "creep". Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:28, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Again, if his comments addressing me remain on his talk page, so to should my response. I clarified my intent (including voicing my support for his position) and certainly was no more aggressive than he. And it's great that you feel that the insulting terminology is trivial. Though the language you used was actually: "I have observed Arcayne being civil at all times, in all posts.". Trivial or not, I do not see how you determine these comments to be "civil", while my desire to have my response left intact is "borderline harassment".Theplanetsaturn (talk) 22:37, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

So according to you it's not the slightest bit uncivil when someone refers to another editor as a "creep" and "passive agressive", but posting one's clarification and ensuring that it remains a visible part of the conversation is borderline harrasment? I have to question your judgement on this, as it seems you are not applying your perspective universally. An editor addressed me specifically on his talk page. As long as his stements addressing me remain, it is not unreasonable for me to want my response to remain as well. The guidelines for the deletion of comments suggests that "Only in the most serious of circumstances should an editor replace or edit a comment made by another editor.". I am following those guidelines.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 22:25, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

(ec) That would be case-by-case true in most instances. This isn't one of them. The comment you are still hot under the collar about have already been addressed elsewhere. Do not take my willingness to apologize for my mistakes as an opportunity to seek a pound of flesh.

Once, there were two ascetic monks traveling between monasteries, when they came to a deep stream and a woman standing on the banks of their side of it. Without a word, the first monk, picked up the woman and carried her across. The second monk was aghast and yet said nothing. On the other side, the first monk set the woman down and the two monks continued their walk to the monastery. The second monk was fuming the whole way, upset that the first monk would forego their beliefs by touching a woman. When they were about to bed down for the night the second monk found he could contain his disbelief no longer, and spoke up. "Why did you carry that woman across the stream? We aren't supposed to, you know." The first monk looks at the other monk, surprised. "My brother, I put the woman down on the side of the stream. Why are you still carrying her?"

I have asked you politely at least twice to stop posting on my user talk page. Three times you have utterly ignored my request and posted anyway. If you do not stop, my alternative is to report you for harassment. I strongly urge to you to 'put the woman down' and let it go.

Just Let. It. Go. Or sue me for the alleged slander. At this point, I don't reckon I care. - Arcayne (^{cast a spell}) 22:36, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

I didn't even read most of this. Saturn, move on, as I told you on your talk. Arcayne, keep on keepin on. But don't be so snippy if you can help it. I saw your post about separating real life from wiki-life. Wikipedia is like bizarro world. Don't let it drag you down, and don't let it affect your positive contribs. Both of you need to MOVE ON. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:40, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

If you won't bother to read the relevant information, than your opinion on the matter isn't really relevant.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 22:42, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Funny. I don't recall you ever addressing me about insulting me. Maybe that seems like seeking a pound of flesh from you. Maybe you're not really apologetic. Whatever. I do not appreciate being insulted repeatedly and if you really wanted to lay the scenario to rest, as you claim, then I suspect you know what you could do about it.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 22:41, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Move one, Saturn. For your own good. Just move on. Lose the "extra-sensitivity" skin that you are apparently wearing, get a new, thicker, skin, and move on. Life's too short, the encyclopedia needs too much work, and if you decide to leave WP as a result of this very minor altercation, then sobeit. Move on is my recommendation. Move on. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:44, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

It's pretty simple. As long as his comments specifically addressing me remain, so to should my response. It's an easy enough equation.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 22:45, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Do I need to copy/paste my response??? Move on Saturn. Move on. For your good, and because I find you to be a positive contributor, and because I find Arcayne to be one as well. MOVE ON. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:48, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Well I would copy and paste mine, but you already took this route. Again, as the one who was repeatedly insulted, I offer up a simple enough solution.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 22:50, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

I suggest you do nothing further than get a good night's sleep, possibly a drink (or three) and then come back and revisit. If Arcayne's messages were "insulting" to you, then, if I may be so blunt, you are too easily "insulted". Move on. Add to Wikipedia. Make it a better place. Or go away. Your choice! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:54, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

So I should assume then that, in your opinion, using terminology like "creep" and "passive aggressive" to describe other editors is acceptable? Again: as the one who was repeatedly insulted, I offer up a simple enough solution. If Arcayne edits his page so he is no longer addressing me, I will move on. My request is in line with what the guidelines recommend in this scenario.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 22:59, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

It's obvious both of you just want the last word. Uh, WP:STICK. You know I'm on your side here, Keep, but maybe you should.... move on ;-) Tan | 39 23:02, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Meanwhile, Arcayne continues to post on my talk page.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 23:03, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Can i have the last word?Can I, can I, please, huh? Huh? Huh? :-)

Okay, so long as Saturn can keep himself away from my page, all will be copacetic. Stick is most appropriate a link, Tan. - Arcayne (^{cast a spell}) 23:08, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Keep away from your page? It seems you are the one commenting on mine. Not the reverse.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 23:09, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

You could've been called much worse than "creep", and honestly I'm not convinced that Arcayne called you that in the first place. I've already given you my advice. MOVE ON. Don't let a silly, petty, and unimportant dispute ruin your Wikipedia career. MOVE ON. You've got it all wrong at this point. MOVE ON. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:10, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

So I guess it's okay to use that terminology because there are worse words that can be used? And again, it is Arcayne who has been continuing to comment on my talk page. I am asking that Arcayne follow the guidelines and strike his inflammatory comment on his talk page directed to me, or I be allowed to respond. It is a simple request.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 23:19, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

Arcayne has clarified the reasoning for his recent post on my talk page, so strike that issue.Theplanetsaturn (talk) 23:27, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

My RFB

Don't worry, I won't take anything personally and I appreciate your honesty. I consider you a friend and if we ever ran into each other in a dark alley...I'd make sure nobody took your wallet. Useight (talk) 23:12, 6 June 2008 (UTC)

For a second there I thought you wrote that you'd take his wallet, which might be understandable given the circumstances : ) Kidding of course. How about, if you ever met him in a bar, you'd buy him a guiness. Wisdom89 _{(T / ^C)} 00:35, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

Hmm, bars have a conotation of fights, I think we need a better analogy here. Useight (talk) 02:16, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

Since it's being discussed here (note to self; unwatch this page), Keeper, I'd say that I find your oppose reason somewhat weak... I dunno, I'm just not a fan of arbitrary time limits (and you say you'd oppose yourself - I imagine most people would oppose themselves at RfX, it's not something unique). Anyways... no big deal and all. :) giggy _(:O) 02:12, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

Use, just so you know... I'm inclined to go with keeper on this one... I will definitely give you a closer look over before I throw my two cents in... but my gut reaction is same as Keep's.---Balloonman ^PoppaBalloon 02:22, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh

Heh, this edit summary made me smile. :) Acalamari 02:07, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

LOL, rule #1 of the Keeperpedia. Keep, wish me luck, I'm off to enemy territory this weekend. Let's hope they don't have another rumble. I hate it when baseball looks like hockey -- even in the dugout. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 03:06, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

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Thanks, Keeper76, for participating in my recent RfA, which recently passed with 81 support and 1 neutral !votes. I appreciate all the support and constructive criticism offered in my RfA and I thank you for taking the time to !vote in my nomination. I feel so honoured to be trusted by so many of you and please, if you have any advice, comments or complaints about my actions as an administrator, leave a note on my talk page. I would also like to thank Acalamari, Rlevse and Nishkid64, for their nomination statements. Thank you again. AngelOfSadness talk 23:25, 8 June 2008 (UTC)

My Progress

Hi keeper76 was wondering if you could go through my contribs and see how I am doing. Chemistrygeek (talk) 14:43, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

Also I was wondering who I can report Ip proxies because I want to tell you the ones that I used when I was sockpuppeting. Just so that I am totally free of the burden of feeling bad thought I might let you know about the proxies that they use. If your interested or you know where I should report it then let me know. Chemistrygeek (talk) 15:00, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

I won't have time to look at your contribs, I trust you're doing well. As for IPs, I'm not interested. You don't need to feel bad about anything, no need to "report" them, (unless of course you're still vandalizing while logged out...:-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:46, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

MFD of "Kliq" userbox

The group officially disbanded a while ago, and I've contacted all former members on their approval of the deletion of the userbox. Once there they put their two cents in, I think it's ok to have deleted. -- iMatthew _T.C. 20:59, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

I've asked him (outside of Wikipedia) to let the MfD run through. -- iMatthew _T.C. 21:03, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

Regarding your comment at the MfD, I agree with you, I just wanted to post a response there. If she decides to further discuss this, it will be between talkpages. Cheers! -- iMatthew _T.C. 23:45, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Ironholds

I wasn't really sure what you meant in your reply to my oppose comment. Could you please clear it up? Thanks :). Jack?! 21:56, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

Jack, I just replied at your talkpage. Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:00, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks for the quick and clear response! Well, I just feel that the way in which he wrote "Wikipedia takes up a large chunk of my time; i should be revising for exams at the moment.." comes across as saying how it is a bad thing that it takes up so much time. I am also speaking from past experiences, Wikipedia can become addictive, and I feel especially for a new admin. Jack?! 22:03, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

Barnstar

Don't know if people still give these as much nowadays, but here you go anyway. Jack?! 22:27, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

		The Special Barnstar
		For being a clear, confident, polite and friendly editor. (1) Jack?! 22:27, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

Aw, shucks, thanks! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:30, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

Talk pages

Like I've said, we'd stalk each other around in circles. Useight (talk) 23:51, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

I'll reply here, only because I don't want you to think I'm madly, and unrequitingly, in love with you. My reply is this:  :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:52, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

That was the first thing to make me laugh all day. It's been a very sad day...I bought gas. Useight (talk) 23:54, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

We're still cheaper than Europe. Still, filling my rather small car, with a 15 gallan tank, costing me $60, was not pleasant yesterday, so yeah, I feel your pain...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 00:21, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

cheaper than Oz too. That said, was rather excited at paying *only* $3.95 yesterday when I was in Bedford, Massachusetts. Sad pleasure. Do't know what it is here since I commute by train/bus. Don't want to think. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 00:39, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Just wanted to send you a new orange message bar

Check out the AFD coaching page. New update. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 00:29, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Replied at the coaching page, cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 00:37, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

RfA Review

I remember your note on RfA review, and I've now put together some sample questions that I'm considering getting the community to respond to. Before I unleash them on everyone, I'd appreciate your input. You can find them on the talk page here. Many thanks! Gazimoff ^Write_Read 16:18, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

I'll look there for sure. Just got online here, and I'm going back offline in about 2 minutes, gone until Monday. Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:01, 7 June 2008 (UTC)

Just to let you know, the question set is now updated, as well as the lead section. Let me know what you think,Gazimoff ^Write_Read 15:20, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

New section, started by Keeper, after a slow day...

OK, so my talkpage was quiet today, for the first day in several weeks. It made me sad. Made me wonder if the cabal decided via IRC and email to shun Keeper. Then I thought, "well, aren't you thinking highly of yourself?", had a good laugh, and then decided I may as well contribute to the content of this place as long as I have the time. So I did a fun thing. I hit random ten times, and wrote down (with pen and paper) the ten pages that Wikipedia wisely sent me to. Once I had ten random titles, I went back, starting at article 1. To my amazement, all ten articles needed something. Some, a typo or spelling fix, NBD. Others, needed a page move. One needed to be deleted, so I nommed it at AFD. I was inexplicably surprised with how garbled our precious encyclopedia really is. 100% of my random pages needed something. I'm planning on doing this every day. 10 articles per day from clicking "Random article" on the left of everyone's screen. You should do it too. There are at least 50 editors that have watchlisted this page, and I'm hoping they respect my opinions to some degree or another (my ego talking here). Click "Random" ten times per day. I haven't found an article yet that didn't need something. Add a Wikiproject to the talkpage. Fix a link to a disambiguation page. Do something productive! And then stop by my page to say hi. I like the social part too.  :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:59, 9 June 2008 (UTC)

I'll make you a deal, you apartment hunt for me and I'll sit here and orchestrate conversation ;) That said, I agree re: the sad state of random. That's where I first started playing and then I moved on to the backlog, which is equally sad. It's amazing how little work can change some articles. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 00:36, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

EGADS, don't even get me started about the "backlog". Neverending. Anything you can do to help is appreciated, keeping in mind that whatever you do is immediately replaced by new problems in the same categories. That said, I had a freekin horrible weekend. Series with the Pale sox. Sox scored 10, then 11, then 12 runs on Fri-Sat-Sun. My babies scored 6-2-2. I'm in a rather pissy mood because of it....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 00:39, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Sowwy! Mine did 2-2 against the lowly KC. Friday's was a very good game, I didn't see today's because Gameday didn't work on my work PC. Sweet come from behind wins, but I wish they'd remember how to hit two games in a row. Joba looked good which made me happy. There is hope. I like the unclear notability section of the backlog because those can easily be fixed via two seconds of editing or deletion. Some I leave because I have no clue but I can see a difference there, although there are seeminlgly always more than 15K in this cat. WP:CLEANUP scares me most. Bleh. I really wish people would put more than 20 seconds effort into creating an article. Would be a nice change. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 00:54, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I agree, the vast majority of wikipedia's content is more or less crap, most of it more rather than less. Which, to interject a serious note here, is one of the reasons why I am very dubious about the proposed bot to create God knows how many articles about settlements around the world. Fine, create the articles, but who'll be watching to make sure they don't also turn into crap? --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 00:47, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

See, now that is interesting Malleus, because I'm very much in favor of what you speak. Wikipedia has lots of crap. No argument from me. However, the bot issue is unrelated, because the bot is only created/designed to create articles about real places, fact checked by real humans, and added only when sufficiently sourced and agreed by consensus, as deserving of a stand alone article. That said, of the "ten articles" that I hit "random" on, 3 of 10 were unsourced, including 2 about fictional things, and one a BLP article (EGADS!). I agree with you Malleus to a certain extent, but I disagree with you about the bot additions, because they are geographical by nature, and because more or less, even though they really are !bot additions; as geographical articles, they would be added eventually, survive speedy, and survie afd, only they just haven't yet. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 00:56, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Perhaps we're talking a little bit at cross purposes; I don't dispute that those subjects deserve articles. My concern is that without an editor or two watching them then they will deteriorate into what happened recently to this article. One of wikipedia's many problems is that even maintaining the present level of crap is hard work that depends on willing volunteers to watch articles. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 01:06, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I trust Bloefeld because I've worked with him a lot on museum stubs, and from what interaction I've had with Fritz, he seems to be dedicated. What I worry about is 2 million more stubs, some of which are going to be hard.impossible to improve due to lack of other language readers to source articles on the English wikipedia. We saw this with Blathur and I can't imagine two million Blathurs. That said, won't condemn it. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 01:19, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

The revised proposal for Fritzpollbot (the one that I believe just reached a consensus to "go ahead", will explicitly not be creating 2 million articles, it is very much pared down. Fritz made a good analogy with comparing the bot to a can opener. We need the stuff that's in the can (place articles), and we can eventually get the stuff out of the can without a can opener, but its rather more difficult, sloppy, and inefficient. The bot opens the can easier, so that humans can get at the contents more easierly. The can opener isn't creating the food, it's merely helping us get to it. And the food is then screened, tested, verified to be healthy, wholesome, and worthy of eating. (All articles created/proposed will be WikiProject approved, improved, and watched. No 2 million articles magically appearing. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:06, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

The problem I see is slightly different. Because nobody created those articles then nobody will be watching them. An invitation for vandals to do what they will with them. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 01:27, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

See my reply above to TCari. WikiProjects are approving, improving, and watching the articles. 1000s of them yes, perhaps even 10000s of them. And somebody is creating the articles, the bot merely creates a list of proposed potential articles. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:08, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm not necessarily disagreeing with you MF, but you linked me somewhere Off-wiki. Do you have an example (I'm sure you do, because there are millions of articles...) of a Wiki-article being deteriorated? BTW, I'm going offline any second here, back tomorrow...</small)...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 01:09, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Denshaw. The link was to a newspaper article about the incident. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 01:14, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Ok, I'm an idiot, and I'm missing it. What's the problem with Denshaw? Keep in mind that a large percentage of geographical articles are vandalized, and frankly, I don't see a huge problem with what you linked (Denshaw). I need more than that to be convinced that adding equivocal places worldwide is a "bad thing". Give me more....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 01:18, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

There's no problem with it now, but look at the talk page, and the DYK entry. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 01:20, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I'd comment, but I'm not a baseball fan. :-/ --Koji†Dude ^(C) 01:30, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh, can't break rule #4 of the keeperpedia. I'll grant you an exemption if you promise to cheer for whatever team is playing against the Yankees or White Sox....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:11, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

• Holy Moly Keeper, I read your first comment and wondered what had happened to the you-of-old? ;-) giggy _(:O) 09:14, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Did someone say "Backlog"? When I started getting serious on WP, Pastordavid suggested that I help dig around in there. It was great advice, I think. The majority of the stuff I put up for AfD consideration comes from the Backlog's orphaned pages section. I am often amazed at what's in there and how long some pieces are lying about. Ecoleetage (talk) 13:30, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Keep's doing content work?! *swoon* :-) I do that sometimes with the random article bit. Ended up editing baseball player Al Unser the other day, and then some random Mexican geography article - which of course devolved (as always) into me just surfing around Wiki reading articles and talk pages. Sigh. Anyways, lookin good on the ol' RfA front, man. Is the champagne being brought into our locker room yet? Tan | 39 14:11, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

To be fair, I never did content work before my sysopping either...still not sure how I passed the damn thing. Fooled everyone. Mwahahaha....and yes, the bubbly is chilled, the sprinkler system is shut off, the cigars are lit, and the T-shirts are printed....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:13, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

(outdent for the sake of OMG! Colon and E/C farm!) So in the random challenge, how do we classify those for which we have no idea? i.e. Trial separation and Archaeplastida Other and move on? _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 14:37, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

(ah, thank heavens, only one colon, much like my innards...). Anywho, the first one could be added to a Wikiproject, anytime I see a redlink talkpage, I try to add something to make it blue. The second article, well, that's rather complete, sourced, project-ed, and therefore likely watchlisted. Tis possible to find nothing worse than a missing comma...but I'll bet there's something...I'm gonna go see if I can't get my username in the page history before you....heheheh....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:41, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I moved on. Had more fun with rescuing a museum from speedy. Like hell that's going to happen ;) _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 15:01, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Quitter. Oh, and I won. heh heh... Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:07, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks

Both for supporting the proposal, and for all the whiskey that reminded me I wasn't a hate figure during those terrible few days on the 'pedia! Ah, coding for a reason, and not just to make robots do things! Fritzpoll (talk) 14:30, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I never doubted it, but I can't imagine the pressure for you and Blofeld (and others). Many of the "opposers" were valid in their concerns, but I think Sam did a fantastic job dissecting the misconceptions about the bot's task and finding the consensus to go ahead. I was also pleased to see the late additions of "qualified support" (straw poll #3?) from some of the more ardent detractors. Now the real work will start. I'm happy to help where I can, I signed up as a volunteer. Do you have the WikiProject set up? I think at this point, organization and centralization is key, let me know if you need anything done. (keeping in mind I'm technically inept, but willing to try/learn anything...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:36, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Fortunately, all the technical stuff will fall on people like me - you will definitely be able to help! Organisation is going to be sorted before we contact the people (like you) who signed up - I'm also going to scrub the current lists of places, since their source lacks consensus. One of the first tasks for the group will be to cleanup the 100 articles already created by the bot during trials, since these were clearly inadequate, but no point deleting them now Fritzpoll (talk) 14:42, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Ah! My expertise! Mindless, repetitive busywork! Love it. Let me know when to start, where to start, and what to fix. Sweet. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:47, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

2,006

Talk page stalker sz: What the heck is going on here??? xenocidic (talk) 15:06, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

...edits. K les' do this. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 14:43, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

R U SRS? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:46, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I HP HE S (Is this right?) Fritzpoll (talk) 14:46, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

My ROFFLECOPTER goes "Swoosh swoosh swoosh swoosh". Nah not serious. Thought I'd make a silly edit like such when hit the 2K mark. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 14:48, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I'll do a nom right now if you wannit. You'll pass. You'll get around 10 opposes for "not enuff edditts", and then you'll pass. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:01, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

...watchlisted the RfA page in anticipation Fritzpoll (talk) 15:05, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Actually, who the hell knows what people will oppose for. Would you have thought ever, EVER, that "civility issues" would be thrown around on my RfA? I got a "strong oppose per...". Sigh. Tan | 39 15:08, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Isnt' that damn thing closing today? What time is it? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:09, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Three hours to go....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:11, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I think you were right, keep, three hours from NOW. Watch it tank at the very end. Tan | 39 15:31, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

77-7-5. No problems. Although I was wondering if you were gonna get the silly "admin mill" label somewhere. Wouldn't be RFA without the conspiracy theories...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:33, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I was gonna oppose per "Who the hell has a picture taken when they are buckled up in the backseat of a car?", but I had to support per editing history. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 15:35, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

HAHAHA. Yes, weird, I know. I think the problem is it was the only picture I had where I was alone, not doing something athletic, or not drinking a beer. Tan | 39 15:37, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c)I just spit diet mountain dew all over my keyboard. I would love to sponsor a "caption writing" contest for that picture...with Tan's permission of course. And probably without it too. Tan's a hottie. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:39, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

A caption writing contest for that pic would be great... the funniest pics are the ones that just have a small subtle thing different about them... Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 15:57, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I see some things here people may oppose for. Although I have been against the widespread 2k-3k minimum edit thought process, I don't think I'd be a hypocrite for not running because of it. When was the last time someone passed with 2,010 edits? Within a year? Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 15:15, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

OMG, you weren't kidding. 134 edits on my talk, and only 62 on your own? That's f*ing hilarious. :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:20, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Seems that the editcountitis threshold has gone up lately. Not to dissuade you, seriously. I actually think mine closes in about 80 minutes, Keep, but I could be wrong, the times on here always confuse me. Some pages will have my time (pacific), some will have the standard Greenwich time, I never know... Tan | 39 15:18, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Talk page stalker, hard at work. Tan, add that UI gadget "A clock in the personal toolbar that shows the current time in UTC and also provides a link to purge the current page". xenocidic (talk) 15:21, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

(surprise, surprise - e/c) I passed on under 3500 including deleted. Looking at it objectively, you have a good balance between article and article talk, suggesting collaboration, a good number of hits to admin areas. The only thing, oddly, that I can see as a problem is the count of User:talk - most of which is Keep's fault. Not sure it's that big a deal though Fritzpoll (talk) 15:21, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Yeah, so I think I'll just continue on my merry way. Plus baby is due in 8 days, not a good time to run. (My wife, not me, my name isn't Gwyn. :)) )Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 15:29, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Yes, the standard has gone up as of late. In my RFA criteria page, I state that I want to see 2000 total edits minimum, and I haven't changed that figure since I created the page last December and some people are complaining about it. Useight (talk) 16:08, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

See! We have a solid, established admin right here who would have to oppose, (or not support). :) Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 16:11, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Lil' help

See User talk:Xenocidic#requesting check for suspected sock puppets and advise. thanks, xenocidic (talk) 17:09, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

He's a troll from what I can tell. First edit is to cry "censorship" on the UFO article. Two established editors "agree" with each other on a side topic, and therefore they are socks? I don't hardly think so. I would advise a strong warning to the IP to stop forum shopping, stop the accusations, and get on with life else be blocked. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:19, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

lol, love it! now i'm a troll because i raise some concerns and don't agree with some...ok. "if you don't like him, ban him." how "nice" of you. no need to block me because of my differing opinion...i'll leave myself...glad i didn't open a account. forget it...geez! 66.84.19.26 (talk) 17:53, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Have a nice day. Hugs, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:54, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks. xenocidic (talk) 17:35, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks for the rollback approval

Thanks very much for providing the rollback rights. TJRC (talk) 18:10, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

No problemo. Use them wisely, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:11, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Care to explain...

...your remark on User talk:Koingosw directed to me? - Realkyhick (Talk to me) 20:20, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Actually, I endorse the sentiment of Keeper's remark and thought about leaving you a warning for violating WP:CIVIL. You don't have to be a dick and rub it in to prove your point. We appreciate the help with Wikipedia, just try to use a bit more maturity and tact. Tan | 39 20:23, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c)It's just way way over the top. There's a thread at ANI right now about it, he just got railroaded out the door in my opinion. The article doesn't belong here, I agree, and I deleted it twice myself, but your tone is coming across to me as rather childish if I'm being honest - almost taunting. Just asking you to move along that's all, not to get to wrapped up in it. I've seen you around and I know you do great work, I didn't mean offense to you personally, you just seemed a bit over zealous. Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:24, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

The statement was completely unnecessary and if it did anything, it only served to inflame the situation further. I also support Keeper's response. There was nothing helpful about your comments. In fact, they were downright condescending. Wisdom89 _{(T / ^C)} 20:27, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Sorry if I offended anyone, but people who insist on posting self-promotional articles over and over and over are a pet peeve of mine, especially when they blatantly ignore Wikipedia policies against such articles. The account should have been blocked much earlier on a username violation (which I think two different users reported to WP:UAA. But there's absolutely no way that this user could be considered "railroaded." He repeatedly posted promotional articles about the company where he apparently works, using a username that should have been blocked. It's a no-brainer. I see this sort of thing all the time on new-page patrol, though most people aren't quite as stubborn as this one. - Realkyhick (Talk to me) 20:42, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I've got lots of pet peeves too Real, and I tend to not edit near them. I know you do a lot of NPP and deletion noms, and I generally find your work to be good. But when you come across someone "that stubborn", do yourself the stress free favor of reporting said user, then walking away. If reported, it will get dealt with, no need to use phrases like "Oh, please" and "BS". Just friendly advice, I'd hate to see you burn out on Wikipedia, because frankly the spammers will never go away, and never give up. We're a top ten website, and we're free. It's like wearing a bullseye around your neck. Be polite, tell them to go away, give them bluelinks to why you're telling them to go away. But don't mock them and taunt them. If they are working you up that bad, I recommend finding something else to do on Wikipedia. The pay here sucks, and ain't worth gettin' stressed over. Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:47, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

See also: Mea Culpa

I saw that you had the fourth deletion on that article, and got my wires crossed; thus. Please accept my apologies. Thanks, UltraExactZZ ^Claims ~ Evidence 20:44, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

No problemo, saw the strikeout. cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:02, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

My RfA

Thanks for contributing your valued opinion, and looking at edits as well as userpages. I'll probably try again in 4-6 months, after enacting the changes advised, so i'll hopefully see you then :). Ironholds 20:57, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Looking forward to supporting, cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:32, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

WP:RFB.

Keeper = 'crat when? · AndonicO ^Engage. 22:46, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

How bout after I've been here at least a year? Sheesh. I've been an editor less than a year, an admin for less than 5 months. I would be the first one in the oppose section. But thanks for the compliment, you're the second editor, just enough now to make my head swell a little larger... :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:48, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

I think you'd be ideal Keeps - but the WP:TENURE-COUNT would, alas, be an issue :( . It's one of things, but community accepted norms are just that - and there is no value in going against them. Also, I get the feeling the community feels we have a glut of 'crats at the moment (although I'd argue surplus is good).Pedro :  Chat  22:59, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

If I end up a 'crat before you do, Pedro, that would be a crime against nature and humanity. I've been here 10 months. I would oppose my own nomination. For now...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 23:03, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Oppose - WP:NOT#MYSPACE. *whistles innocently* giggy _(:O) 07:43, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Heh. That's only a guideline, not policy...but I agree, and would oppose Pedro Keeper for that too...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 13:44, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

And yes, I know its really part of policy, but that's the argument I see usually brought up whenever someone is "breaking the rules".  :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 13:45, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Seeing as my cover as a member of The Cabal has been blown I'm afraid I'll no longer be able to support, as I'll be too busy sipping cocktails with Jimbo & Angela in our secret underground bunker, warmed by Giano and Greg Kohs roasting over a slow fire. (Almost 24 hours later and this attack still makes me chuckle — with the possible exceptions of Malleus & Poetlister I find it hard to think of a less likely cabal member currently active.) – iridescent 15:59, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Pete Smith (baseball)

It was recently approved and proven to not be a copyvio. It should appear on the mainpage in about a day or two. I wrote the article all by myself. I just thought I'd let you know. Best, RyRy5 (talk) 01:57, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Now, it's currently added to the next update. It should be on the mainpage in just a few hours. Hope your there in time to see it. --RyRy5 (talk) 07:58, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

It has been added. My second DYK that I created. --RyRy5 (talk) 11:13, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Nice work RYRY! I just saw it there, I didn't miss it. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 13:46, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks Keep! :D I'm working on my third one. It's going to be Pete Young now. I've pretty much learned how to not make baseball articles as copyvio. I still need to practice a little with creating articles outside the baseball topic.--RyRy5 (talk) 18:53, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks

I was a bit confused. All figured out now! Thanks, Kivar2 (talk) 16:51, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Deleted page: Rewrite the Future

Hi,

I posted this page and it was deleted almost immediately. Please let me know what I need to do in order to undelete it. Thanks.

Flora412 (talk) 17:33, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Replied on your talkpage, cheers -- Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 17:57, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Badgering essay or guideline?

With your fairly extensive knowledge, do you know if there's an essay or guideline on badgering? Basically something that says that although your statements may be valid, your arguments watertight and your logic flawless, you do yourself no favours by repeatedly responding to someone you disagree with. Many thanks for your thoughts and advice on this. Gazimoff ^Write_Read 18:55, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

My extensive knowledge. Heh, that's gonna make me head swell. I've always liked WP:STICK, also WP:POINT. I do wish there was a WP:YOU'RENOTHELPING, but alas, it's red-linked...:-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:57, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Quick question

What's the protocol for one administrator blocking another? Does it ever happen? --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 20:06, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Oh yes - it happens. And the protocol is that the admin who is blocked should not unblock themselves. Other than that it depends on the specifics of the instace. Pedro :  Chat  20:07, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c)! Pedro's fast today...:Yep. Happens. Usually justified. Admins aren't allowed to run amok (I know they do, but still, not allowed). The taboo is when an admin unblocks him/her self. That's a big no-no, generally leads to a quick desysop (even if the block was ridiculous/spitey/unnecessary/bitey). Why, pray tell, do you ask? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:09, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

No particular reason, I've just been feeling a bit vulnerable since you know what. Thanks for the explanation both of you. --Malleus Fatuorum (talk) 20:13, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Admins, in general, have large enough egos as it is. Can you imagine the mortal danger wikipedia would be in if admins weren't allowed to be blocked, or perceived themselves as "unblockable"? A dangerous little micro-world this would become...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:15, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Yet an exciting one. There'd be cliques of admins going around like gangs blocking anyone that got in their way. It'd be a hierarchy like one I haven't seen since high school. Not saying that'd be a good thing, that's just what would possibly happen. Useight (talk) 20:25, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Mordechai Suchard

Hi there. Thanks for the message, I can see your point. Have set up the AfD, Ged UK (talk) 20:30, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Okie dokie! Thanks for understanding - happy editing, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:31, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

And thank you for being so civil and respectable -- sometimes editors edit/delete/modify content and support their actions with regulatory legislation and portray themselves as objective defenders of the rule of law but appear as belligerant executors of vigilante-style Wikipedia your-article-has-no-merit-to-exist justice. Your support for the editing process is a kind gesture and a true nod to the rule of law. DRosenbach ^{(Talk | Contribs)} 20:47, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

You're very welcome. Good luck with the article, I hope that it can be improved enough to stay! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:50, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Thank you!

Thank you for this – ukexpat (talk) 20:43, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

No problem. Left a warning on said user's page as well. Let me know if he/she continues to provide "useful commentary" as to your intelligence level, I'll block'm good! :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:47, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

To the mentor

Keep - an official thanks for seeing the potential in me and always keeping the faith (is THAT where its from?! ;-). You were a fantastic coach - couldn't have asked for better - and it was a long, sometimes stressful road. But we did it. I'm gonna go abuse my tools now... Tan | 39 18:35, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Abusing your tools is better than abusing your tool. (maybe that should be the caption?...) Go break stuff, you have a "trainee button", which just may as well be a bullet proof vest, a shield, and a badge...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:38, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

More seriously (barely - I am keeper after all), I couldn't be prouder. I knew within days of starting the "coaching" that you didn't need it. You've been an admin all along, just sans buttons. My over-exuberance tanked your first RfA, and I'm so very glad you've stuck around. There is one particular user that I know you are itchin to block. Don't do it. I know, I know, tempting. Don't do it.. (I just made all my talkstalks go racing for your contribs....heh...) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:51, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Didn't even think about it. Seriously. Tan | 39 18:52, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

• Congrats Tan! speaking of talk page stalkers, I've made us a userbox:

{{Wikipedia:TPS/userbox}}

Beware! This user is a known talk page stalker.

Transclusions

Happy stalking. xenocidic (talk) 18:54, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Do you have one of those for the stalkees? Whilst I do a lot of "butting in", I would like a userbox that I can display, something like "This user's talkpage is heavily guarded by talk page stalkers" Make me one, I demand it! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:59, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Since you demanded it... {{WP:TPS/userbox|stalkee=yes}} =

Beware! This user's talk page is patrolled by talk page stalkers.

=) xenocidic (talk) 19:13, 10 June 2008 (UTC)

Note: I modified it some so if you decide to use it on your talk page, you may want to check out the new directions. And yes, I do realize I'm doing exactly what the userbox is about.... Thingg^⊕⊗ 14:44, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Suggestion

On your userpage, instead of the WannabeKate link, why not use SQL's Tool instead? It's kinder to the server, contains a lot more information, is more interesting in the way it analyses the stats, and doesn't crash as soon as you go over 45000 edits. (Yes, I realise this is some way off). BTW, what was the 1 edit you made using an automated tool? Did it put you off them for life? – iridescent 15:48, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

I've never once ever used an automated tool, except HotCat, linked in gadgets. It's very typical of me to have strong opinions where I have no strong experience :-) I'll fix my userpage, good suggestion...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:50, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

That link says you've used Twinkle... once. You have a lot of <link rel="stylesheet" type="text/css" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Lupin/navpop.css&action=raw&ctype=text/css&dontcountme=s">explaining to do. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 15:56, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

I did? What link? I honestly don't remember teehee, I'm a one and done.... Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:58, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Ooo! I did! What's more fascinating to me is that I've made one edit to Portal Talk. W(hen)TF did I ever need to edit portal talk? Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:00, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

When I see things like "Portal Talk" on those edit counters, I imagine the worlds top scientists and military men discussing the discovery of a wormhole that leads to another dimension. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 16:03, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

The Cabal Sees Everything. – iridescent 16:07, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Are you bored or something? I snooped a bit too, and have to say, if you are trying to get your usertalk editing up to my level of expertise, you are welcome to use my talkpage to improve your percentages there :-) That's my snarky, sarcastic way of saying I'm not worthy! I'm not worthy!. Holy shit, your stats are astounding. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:10, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

The fascinating thing about my stats is how some of the most unlikely pages can find their way onto your "most edited" list thanks to a few rollbacks. (Windsor High School (Halesowen)? Aidan? Flatland BMX? Chuck Bresnahan?) Meanwhile, massive total-rewrite jobs like this or this don't get a look in. I think the stat that sums me up best is "Help: 1 edit". – iridescent 16:17, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Diet mountain dew + keyboard = dash for napkins....1 edit at help, that is precious. Didn't even register as 1/100th of a percent....:-) BTW, I don't even have one... Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:20, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

←The best edit stats of all are Alison's. Not only the 3000+ blocks, but I bow low before anyone who can rack up 55 edits to Penis removal. (This tool really is a fascinating way to waste time.) Did the biscuits arrive yet? – iridescent 16:24, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c)Great, now whenever anyone clicks on "what links here" on the PR article, it will include my talkpage. Thanks for that. No biscuits yet (everyone else that reads this page is saying WTF right now)...should be soon I suspect, hmmm...I need to find my order number...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:27, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Or in other words, your post was simultaneously referencing Goodwood and Bad wood. Hope you're laughing, no one else will get it...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:28, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

No, I referenced Goodwood and Nowood. This is Badwood. Click that link at your own risk and I'll warn you, you really will regret it – iridescent 16:34, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Dammit, Irid, you know you can't say don't do something and expect someone not to do it. Dammit, that tripped my gag reflex -- nasty shit. That's three pictures this week that you've linked in conversation that have something to do with male genitalia. I won't comment further on that, let everyone judge for themselves...:-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:37, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

I didn't click it but I have popups! (no pun intended) motion to block! xenocidic (talk) 20:16, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

That SQL edit counter ROCKS. Changed on my userpage, too. Tan | 39 16:26, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

And mine... TPS high five, Tan! :D By the way, just so you all know... I'm thinking about submitting a proposal to move this page to Wikipedia:Village pump (keeper) - Alex Muller 16:40, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

After coming back after 12 hours and finding my talkpage doubled in size by the lame flamewars on it, I'm considering redirecting mine to WP:ANI. – iridescent 15:18, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Holy crap, just read that. Wowsers. I suppose though, if you swat at a beehive with a stick...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 15:22, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

3 for 3!!!

Check the page. I will be off and on tonight, so if I don't answer quickly, that's why. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 20:19, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Looks good Dusti. Find 3 more, make comments "early" in the discussion (ideally, I'd like you to be the first to give an opinion). Once that's done, we'll move on to NACs. Link them up on the subpage. Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:23, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

DING!!! Pinging your talk page now click here. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 23:12, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Responded there, thanks DH, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:20, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Ding! Dusti^{complain/compliment} 15:28, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

personal attacks

dont tell me what i can and can not do i'll come over there right now and throw a brick through ur window —Preceding unsigned comment added by Footballtime (talk • contribs)

Well hi there! We were just talking about you! Why do you assume my environment has windows? Don't you know that all wikipedians live in their mother's basements, rarely shave, and are hellbent on making you miserable because they're miserable themselves? Go away, and have a nice day! Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:48, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

we got a smart aleck here do we well i'm gonna have to fix that —Preceding unsigned comment added by Footballtime (talk • contribs) 20:53, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Really, I'm more of a smart ass. Anyone else watching this wanna take a look at Mr.footballtime's editing? Do what you will, he/she seems to be looking for the exit, and may need help finding it...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:56, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Will actively monitor user.. xenocidic (talk) 20:59, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks Xeno. I fully expect Mr. Time to "visit" your talkpage next. Sunrise, sunset. Today's vandals, tomorrow's catbox liner...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:01, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

he found his exit door for 31 hours, at least. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 21:01, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Aw, I was kinda having fun with him! I wanted to see how bad he'd get (he hadn't even used a swear word yet!). Just kidding, good block.  :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:03, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Would {{Tilde}} be out of order here? Gazimoff ^Write_Read 21:07, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

signing his posts is probably the least of his problems. :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:10, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

He called me a Yankee, I'm touched! I didn't know I was a baseball player now. :) _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 21:12, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Being called a Yankee, whether it be baseball related, or just where you live, is always perjorative.  :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:13, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Oh man -- I just finished writing the following, and then I find out his page is only allowed to be edited by admins. Someone please put this where he will read it -->

"It's actually funny you should ask that -- no, I am not his lawyer. I am not even his dentist! In fact, I wrote an article that some people might have thought was about a subject who is not notable enough to have his own article, and Keeper is part of the ad hoc team that is challenging the article's right to exist. Had I taken your attitude, I would have lost all credibility. But I appreciate my privilage to write/edit and be appreciated as a writer/editor on Wikipedia more than I hold fast to some false notion of my infallibility or immunity to criticism. So, my article is not being deleted for the time being, and as I can garner more support through written persuasion and increased text and source citation in the article in question, not only am I confident that the article will be accepted as a Wikipedia article for all to read and educate themselves, I will have maintained -- nay, enhanced -- my credibility as a writer/editor for having showed restraint when restraint was indicated and for defending myself with the accepted tools of defense. What you have done, my friend (and I mean that in earnest), was entered the boxing ring, shot your opponent with a concealed hand gun, and went on to proclaim yourself the champion. No one should or will respect that as a win -- including you. If I were you, I would take some time to reflect on your actions and apologize to Keeper. Then, go on to become a tremendous contributor to Wikipedia, both in content as well as attitude. One day, you'll meet some hothead and you can settle an argument by telling him that you began Wikipedia by telling someone you would throw a brick at them -- but that you changed for the better. Then he'll go on to do the same, and we'll eventually have a greater team bent on improving Wikipedia as a source of information, properly cited and procured, and we can leave the bricks to the contractors and the basketball players. :) DRosenbach ^{(Talk | Contribs)} 21:16, 11 June 2008 (UTC)"

Thank you. DRosenbach ^{(Talk | Contribs)} 21:16, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Excellent message, DRosenbach. I added it to his talkpage. Cheers, Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:32, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Who has lost 6 in a row and is now under .500? Who was in first place a few weeks ago? :-p off apartment hunting, personal attacks and abuse to be continued tomorrow ;) _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 21:34, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Dammit, TC, I haven't watched yesterday's game yet. You ruined it. As far as I knew, my boys had only lost 5 in a row. Dammit. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:35, 11 June 2008 (UTC)

Sorry! Wasn't intention I swear. Blame MLB.com, that's who told me. I admire your ability to TiVO and remain unaware. Yankeees are on the left coast this week and I passed out listening to the game last night. Became a frantic search on the Blackberry this morning to get a score because the radio in my alarm was not in sync with the news announcing the scores. _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 00:30, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

You saved me a couple of hours of disappointment anyway. I haven't watched yesterday's game yet. Don't tell me whether they're 1-6 or 0-7....if anyone else tells me the score of yesterday's twin's game, I'll block em. Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:09, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

No spoilers from me, don't know the score. Don't like West Coast trips and 10 pm starts. Need to get back to East, Central or even Mountain. Mountains. I like mountains. I'm working on Museum of the Rockies and want to get it 5x so I can submit it for a DYK. Bah. It's not going to happen _{TravellingCari}^{the Busy Bee} 16:06, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Just wondering why I wasn't invited to this party? Gee, you guys have all of the fun :). Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:19, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Non-admins are the exclusive group here Dusti, don't worry. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 16:20, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I wonder what he would have called me, as I definatley don't play baseball.....hmmmmm :)Gwynand, have you found yourself an argument lately? You were SO in the mood the other day.....lol Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:24, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Ba ZING! No on-wiki arguments recently, plenty of off. Was a I picking a fight on wikipedia? I don't remember. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 16:27, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Howard Goldman

I have writen an article about the author Howard Goldman I would like to get published. But it was deleted. I have read other wiki posts about authors so unclear on why mine was deleted.

Vgmarketing (talk) 01:00, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I'll be visiting your talkpage shortly, Vgmarketing (interesting username). Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:10, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Courtesy Notification regarding my recall criteria

Hiya. Just a courtesy note to say I've named you as one of the editors that I would accept a request for recall from. There's nothing onerous about it, and you don't have to do anything. It's simply to let you know that as I have added myself to CAT:AOR I needed some unfussed criteria for recall, and I believe your judgement fits that criteria neatly. Thanks! Pedro :  Chat  10:34, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

<insert evil laugh here> :-). I'm personally not on the "open to recall" list. Maybe I need to think about that further. Right now, I would go down kicking and screaming, dragging everyone with me through ArbComm... Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 14:13, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Is there any other way to go? ;-) --Koji†Dude ^(C) 16:29, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Don't worry Koji, I've got enough diffs from you (the "motel" stuff comes to mind), to bring you down with me....:-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:30, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Eh, I had a good run.--Koji†Dude ^(C) 16:31, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I had a good laugh at this one. Notification of the ability to recall me! Heh. One thing I don't really understand is, Pedro refers to "if he goes off the rails." If he really abuses the tools badly, chances are either something happened to his judgment, or his account was taken over by someone else. In that case, wouldn't User:Pedro resist recall anyway? Can a steward force an admin to abide by his recall requirements? Enigma ^message 16:40, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Ironical isn't it? And no, a steward can't do anything other than desysop someone that the community says to desysop through either stepping down (voluntary) or formal decision (Arbcomm, etc). Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:41, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Hey keeper!!! do your job, just kidding, lol wanted to let you know I finished it :). Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:44, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Keeper

Gee, you seem to be a bit too happy recently, whats up? :) Dusti^{complain/compliment} 16:22, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

*hic!* Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:23, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

oh emm gee :) Dusti^{complain/compliment}

Dashboard enhancements

Added WP:RFPP to your dashboard. Feel free to tweak or revert as desired. Funny bit of trivia - you said "I don't do a ton of blocking (not my forte)" - a bit of an understatement - I had already blocked more users on my 4th day as admin than you have in your whole tenure! ;> xenocidic (talk) 16:54, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Thanks, I just saw your dashboard pop up my watchlist, I liked the changes, and before I could get into mine, you had updated mine too! I like how the system is working :-) Your last statement there sounds a bit like "WP:BLOCKCOUNTITIS"...:-), blocking is evil, and necessary, and no fun, and necessary, and a last resort, but you know all that. I'm proud to have a low block count. You probably noticed that I moved the AIV section of my dash down below the Deletion section, for that very reason - I just don't do a lot of it (blocking). Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 16:57, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

heh, I know, I was just pointing out the understatement of the century. =) yep - I noticed you swapped those sections. xenocidic (talk) 17:02, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

We should...

...keep a running tally of all the RfAs we disagree on. I'm personally waiting for the first where I support and you oppose. I liked reading Ali's nom statement, although in all honesty, sometimes I feel like I'm probably moving away from requesting the tools, not closer. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 18:30, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Just out of curiosity, Keep and Gwynand, what do you think about my viewpoint? Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:33, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

To be honest Dusti, considering we opposed for entirely different things, I'm not sure where in the RfA (or his contribs) you decided that he has no understanding of the tools. He just says he won't use them. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 18:39, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I agree Dusti, that's what I would say too. Anyone that is involved in dispute resolution, as ali'i is most obviously, "understands" the tools. I understand your point of view, btw Gwynand, and found your oppose well worded and civil. I fundamentally disagree with you though, obviously. I found the nom statement to be one of the more refreshing, non standard nom statements that I've seen in a long time. Not afraid to use humor, not afraid to be honest ("I'm not answering opt. questions"), not afraid to let the community decide what to "do with him" and not caring either way. (I did read his post on your talkpage as well, it solidified my support). Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:42, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I feel like some of the following opposes are further clarifying the position. The RfA itself seems troublesome, I really have no idea why he is there... it is not "No Big Deal" to the point of such a nom statement. I agree with how refreshing his statement/essay was, as I told him on my talk page, I just don't think it should've been in an RfA. I'm a little confused by the whole thing, already seems like its becoming a mini-spectacle... I just don't want to move towards that type of stuff in processes we are trying to improve. I quite agree with Dank55's recent !vote, btw. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 18:46, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I definitely agree with the mini-spectacle, and I'll call it right now - it's about to be a maxi-spectacle. Inevitable with a "highly visible user" with an unusual nom statement. Some embrace it, others reject it, human nature. I'm staying away. It is highly highly unlikely to pass, and also highly highly likely to cause hurt feelings. Ten foot pole for me. I said my piece, I challenged a couple of fence sitters/neutrals, I'm not even watchlisting it. I've learned my lessons "overcontributing" (I think Philosopher's was the last one that really riled me up...} Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:49, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

This RFA makes me want to not become an admin, actually.....I mean, it seems like if someone puts himself/herself up for adminship, or anyone goes to RFA anymore for that matter, someone brings up power hunger. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 18:51, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

The nom put "power hunger" in his first sentence of his nom statement, it wasn't an opposer. I would recommend just staying away, it really just can't end well at this point. People are going to disagree on a fundamental level. I would be pleasantly surprised if people supported/opposed based on the candidate and not the candidate's RfA, but unfortunately, that isn't going to happen in our current climate, to Ali'i's detriment. Doesn't sound like he'll be too upset about it though, he did "RFA" the way he wanted to do it. Good for him (I don't think it will pass). Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:53, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

(2xe/c)Maxi-spectacle sounds like the product name fort the worst tampon ever created. Yeah, I think any further contribution from me will likely be directly to Ali, or just a healthy discussion elsewhere, like here. I don't know if you've noticed, but I feel my one sort of battleground issues in RfAs is the use of "No Big Deal" in votes. Maybe I'll just write an essay on it, probably shouldn't keep bringing it up elsewhere, don't want to be POINTy myself. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 18:54, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

<--The worst tampon name ever is actually a brand name of one of these. Read the list of "current brand names" in the second paragraph, paying close attention to the brand associated with USA...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 18:58, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Just thought I would drop in here Dusti - FWIW, as far as your optional questions, I remember reading somewhere it's discouraged to ask stock questions (i.e. the ones that can be answered by looking at the cheat sheet). ((Yes, I used the cheat sheet during my RFA - LULZ) xenocidic (talk) 18:59, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Why are you dropping in to talk about wikipedia related stuff? We were discussing the fact that Keeper is named after a ... ummm.... "menstrual cup". Yes, cup. Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 19:01, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Stop laughing. I'm not named after, just named similarly. In the same sense that I feel bad for anyone named Gail that doesn't have the need for a menstrual cup....:-) :-)Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 19:02, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Er - yes- my apologies. I begun drafting that before you guys went off on the tangent! ;> (embrace the EC) xenocidic (talk) 19:02, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

OH SNAP... guess I can't name my son that.... :D Gwynand | Talk•Contribs 19:04, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I think this is the first one I've broke with Keeper's lead, too, Gwy. Does this mean I don't get popcorn? Tan | 39 21:13, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

You've both got me wondering now. Not about Ali'i, he meets my criteria easily (notice the "non issues" includes nom statements and optional questions?), but about whether I've opposed when GW supported, and whether Tan and I have ever disagreed. I'm pretty sure we have Tan, at least once. Dang it all, now I hafta go looking....Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:23, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c)I seem to have inadvertently sided with Keeper, rendering me popcornful. I think it's about trust, but looking at Tan and Gwyn's comments, they seem to make sense to me in that context as well - can you trust a user who is flippant about RfA? If not, then oppose - I just don't mind flippancy! :) Fritzpoll (talk) 21:26, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

It really is a tone issue I think. Everyone "reads" things differently. Some see humour and lightheartedness, and say "Ha! This guy gets this place!". Others will read the exact same sentences, and say "this guy is flippant!" Ali'i answered optional question #7 very well addressing this. (And, BTW, I'm only giving popcorn out to the fence-sitters. Two editors in a row said "I can't decide, but I wanna watch, so I offered them some light refreshments...it actually wasn't necessarily meant as a compliment :-) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:30, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I shouldnt have mentioned Eco's post; my oppose wasn't for "flippancy" as much as it was for... well, I think adminship IS a big deal - whether it should be or not - and it really just seems like s/he's doing it to prove a point. Anyways, you saw my oppose remark, dunno why I'm reiterating here. *munch* Tan | 39 21:32, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

(e/c)Keeper, I hope you realize that what you're doing is like giving out water only to the people watching the game, instead of the players. :-/ For shame.--Koji†Dude ^(C) 21:33, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Yes, Koji. That's exactly what I'm doing. I'm only giving out water to those that shelled out 20-50 bucks to watch a game. As a condolence, the multi-million dollar paid players will certainly have someone around at all times to squirt gatorade in their mouths for them ()heaven forbid they strain themselves) without my further assistance. Your analogy just got pwned...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 21:36, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

If that's the condition for popcorn, I may just have to switch to neutral. And Tan - I sort of agree in that we shouldn't hand out sysop buttons with the rations, meaning that it becomes a big deal. I read it more as anticipating opposes for being honest than being pointy - again, the joy of the net in it's infinite ability to remove all the inflection we apply as we "hear" the words we type. Fritzpoll (talk) 21:37, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

We get paid multi-million dollar salaries to vote in RfA's? I wasn't aware of this. I'll have to start writing longer !votes. Maybe put the next one in fuschia or something...--Koji†Dude ^(C) 21:41, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

You see, some of us [9] make an effort :) Gazimoff ^Write_Read 21:43, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Woooah!! Wait, paychecks, definatley count me in I'll write a book for each RFA for the next month.... maybe not :) Dusti^{complain/compliment} 21:45, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

And I'll come up with an exciting new signature. I've already got a few rough drafts.--BLACK LADY IN-APPROPRIETLY TOUCHES HOMOSEXUALS ON TELEVISION!! READ ALL ABOUT IT22:05, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

There's one in every crowd. Tan | 39 22:06, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Ummmm.....I take that offensivley <sp?> Dusti^{complain/compliment} 22:12, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

<-Dusti, don't take offense to that. It was silly. And Koji - dear Lord, don't ever sign like that again...Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 22:24, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Hmm.....ok, but I don't want to see that again. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 23:03, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Oh, who cares, Dusti. If you get offended over shit like that, you won't last another month here on Wiki - and you certainly won't survive any eventual RfA. Let Koji be a douche if he wants. Tan | 39 23:06, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I was more offended by the spelling than the content. :P Useight (talk) 23:19, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

True, true :), I'm over it now, it just irked me. Isn't that considered an inappropriate username/signature anyway? Dusti^{complain/compliment} 23:23, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Perhaps, but it did get your attention, didn't it? :-) That's what really counts.--Koji†Dude ^(C) 23:31, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Um.....no its not. Wikipedia is about contributing to the Encyclopedia and benifiting others, not about flashy signatures. They, while fun, shouldn't be offending to others, such as yours was. Dusti^{complain/compliment} 23:38, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

I think you might be mis-understanding it. The signature was a reference to a joke that Phill Jupitus made on an epsidoe of Never Mind the Buzzcocks[10]. I wanted to see if anyone would pick up on it, and I thought if they didn't it would be a "WTF was that?" moment, and it'd be a good laugh. I don't see what part of it you thought was offensive.--Koji†Dude ^(C) 00:22, 13 June 2008 (UTC)

I'm gay and didn't understand the joke.....see where it can get confusing/offensive? Dusti^{complain/compliment} 01:14, 13 June 2008 (UTC)

Regarding Wikipedia:Requests_for_adminship/Ali'i

...please send some Wikipopcorn my way. I don't how to begin. WilliamH (talk) 20:14, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Replied on your talkpage. Cheers, (or happy eating?) Keeper | 76 | Disclaimer 20:47, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Ha! I laughed out loud, cheers for that. :) WilliamH (talk) 20:57, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

Trails of the Olympic National Park

Thanks for the help in editing, wikifying, and generally making better. I am not much of an editor and or copyright reference expert, so I appreciate all the help I can get. I hope you can get out here eventually, it is truely a wonderful place. Bigfathairymarmot (talk) 23:18, 12 June 2008 (UTC)

How to reinstate an article that was removed

Hello Keeper76, I am going to work on the article on my company, FlexLink, which was deleted a while back. I will do my best to follow the guidelines and provide research, documentation, and sources for what is in the article.

The article is stored in http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:FlexLink/Sandbox

My simple question is: What is the process for putting this back in once I have completed the article? Is there some editorial review or should I just make it live and allow editors to review at their leisure?

Is it a good strategy to start small, with something like: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BRIO

And then build up to something more involved like: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SKF or http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siemens

Thank you very much! FlexLink (talk) 02:47, 13 June 2008 (UTC)