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Posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 12:24:09
In reply to Re: Babble Party 2006 » Deneb, posted by gardenergirl on September 24, 2005, at 0:08:24
OK, I have an idea.
How about if we have a book raffle? We can feature a book available on Amazon. People who want a chance to win the book will purchase a raffle ticket for, say, $2 USD. Once we raise enough money to cover two times the cost of the book plus shipping, we can select a winner. The extra money will be put into a fund to help out fellow Babblers. :-)
Deneb
Posted by wildcard on September 24, 2005, at 14:20:37
In reply to Re: Raising money to help Babblers, posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 12:24:09
> I'm not sure of the exact circumstances but i would ask gg or read over FAQ carefully. I think a babbler was trying to raise $ to help another babbler and got a PBC or block but I AM NOT 100%. Ur Friend, abbey
Posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 15:20:08
Posted by wildcard on September 24, 2005, at 14:20:37
In reply to Re: Raising money to help Babblers, posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 12:24:09
> I'm not sure of the exact circumstances but i would ask gg or read over FAQ carefully. I think a babbler was trying to raise $ to help another babbler and got a PBC or block but I AM NOT 100%. Ur Friend, abbey
I was thinking that the fund could be used to help out needy Babblers and not just for going to the Babble Party, but I can see how that can turn into a big political mess. :-( Maybe I'm too idealistic...
Deneb
Posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 15:22:18
In reply to I think someone got in trouble for that once????? » Deneb, posted by wildcard on September 24, 2005, at 14:20:37
I'm going to redirect this topic of raising money to the thread I start below.
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/20050823/msgs/559017.html
Lets keep this thread for discussing the party itself. :-)
Deneb
Posted by gardenergirl on September 24, 2005, at 15:36:30
In reply to I think someone got in trouble for that once????? » Deneb, posted by wildcard on September 24, 2005, at 14:20:37
> > I'm not sure of the exact circumstances but i would ask gg or read over FAQ carefully. I think a babbler was trying to raise $ to help another babbler and got a PBC or block but I AM NOT 100%. Ur Friend, abbey
I vaguely remember that. I can't remember exactly what the issue was. I wonder, though, if we set something up as a group, to help the group, that maybe Dr. Bob administered, if that would be okay?
On another note...Auntie Mel recently had a very cute idea...Dr. Bob Bobblehead dolls. Or would they be Babblehead dolls?
:)
gg
Posted by wildcard on September 24, 2005, at 15:57:25
In reply to Re: I think someone got in trouble for that once?????, posted by gardenergirl on September 24, 2005, at 15:36:30
Ha! or BoBbleheads..lol
Posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 15:58:48
In reply to Re: I think someone got in trouble for that once?????, posted by gardenergirl on September 24, 2005, at 15:36:30
> I vaguely remember that. I can't remember exactly what the issue was. I wonder, though, if we set something up as a group, to help the group, that maybe Dr. Bob administered, if that would be okay?
You are right, it seems like it is not allowed to ask money from Babblers.
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/social/20040830/msgs/384814.html
I think this should be written in the FAQ. I guess it would go under "do not pressure others" but it is not entirely clear.
Sorry about my idea. It was just an idea and I wasn't requesting any money from anyone.
I just wanted to help people out. Would it make a difference if all the money went to the site instead? Probably not...don't want to turn this place into a casino.
Deneb
Posted by wildcard on September 24, 2005, at 16:12:35
In reply to Re: I think someone got in trouble for that once?????, posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 15:58:48
Posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 16:17:54
In reply to Re: I think someone got in trouble for that once?????, posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 15:58:48
I just found some good reasons for this rule.
>But Babble is full of posters in need. Posters that can't afford their daily meds. Posters who are losing their homes. I've often been frustrated at my inability to help more tangibly. But if Dr. Bob allowed appeals for help here, I'd be more frustrated by the overwhelming need and my lack of ability to meet it. I'd be frustrated trying to decide where I should allocate my limited funds. I'd be worried that there would be implicit expectations. If you helped XXX why not YYY. Do you like XXX better? It's a good general rule for the board, and the posters who posted knew the likely result.
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/20040902/msgs/387419.html
Geez I was idealistic...I really need some real life experience.
Deneb
Posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 16:42:31
In reply to Re: I think someone got in trouble for that once?????, posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 16:17:54
I'm so sorry for my naiveté people. Am I going to get in trouble again? :-( Sigh, I'm probably not a good person to be on that planning committee after all.
Deneb
Posted by wildcard on September 24, 2005, at 16:48:15
In reply to Re: I think someone got in trouble for that once?????, posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 16:42:31
>U did nothing wrong. It was just a suggestion and for the group, not *you* in particular. Give urself a break now and then. ; ) Go to social and read my post re: #7~maybe u will smile!
Posted by rainbowbrite on September 24, 2005, at 18:59:11
In reply to Re: I think someone got in trouble for that once?????, posted by Deneb on September 24, 2005, at 16:42:31
Deneb I think it was a good idea. I still don't see why something couldnt be worked out. Obviously there would be restrictions but maybe anonomously people could donate money towards the *party* which would indirectly affect babblers, maybe for accomodation or something like that. Realisticly Im not sure if enough money could be raised but it was/is a nice thought.
Posted by crazy teresa on September 24, 2005, at 19:33:36
In reply to Re: I think someone got in trouble for that once????? » Deneb, posted by rainbowbrite on September 24, 2005, at 18:59:11
Posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 13:09:34
In reply to Can the 2006 shirt say Psycho-Party? LOL!!! (nm), posted by crazy teresa on September 24, 2005, at 19:33:36
I have an idea!
How about we turn getting T-shirts into an activity? We can tie-dye them! Then we can have everyone sign our shirts! It can be great fun! I can buy the dyes! What do people think?
Deneb
Posted by crazy teresa on September 25, 2005, at 15:20:26
In reply to Re: Can the 2006 shirt say Psycho-Party? LOL!!! » crazy teresa, posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 13:09:34
a place to do it. It's messy. YOUR hotel room??!! :~}
Posted by wildcard on September 25, 2005, at 15:25:20
In reply to Sounds like fun if you could come up with » Deneb, posted by crazy teresa on September 25, 2005, at 15:20:26
I saw it on Sesame Street and it is actually pretty simple but definately an outside activity. ; )
Posted by crazy teresa on September 25, 2005, at 19:52:13
In reply to Re: Sounds like fun if you could come up with, posted by wildcard on September 25, 2005, at 15:25:20
Posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:03:09
In reply to Sounds like fun if you could come up with » Deneb, posted by crazy teresa on September 25, 2005, at 15:20:26
> a place to do it. It's messy. YOUR hotel room??!! :~}
That would be really fun and funny!
I would be willing to invite everyone to my room...it can be a slumber party!
I'll be lonely all by myself!
Deneb
Posted by wildcard on September 25, 2005, at 20:08:13
In reply to Re: Sounds like fun if you could come up with » crazy teresa, posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:03:09
and leave my boys at home....PARTY!!! LOL
The cops wld get called IF CRAZY T was there too *sligh grin*
Posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:09:57
In reply to At the park, then. (nm), posted by crazy teresa on September 25, 2005, at 19:52:13
I can bring the dyes, but can someone else bring the containers for the dyes? Oh, and it can get messy so I guess we should bring some old clothes or something. Maybe I'll being my lab coat. :-P
Deneb
Posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:13:36
In reply to Re: At the park, then., posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:09:57
Maybe we could make a couple of extra T-shirts and sign them for people who can't make it but still want to participate.
Deneb
Posted by wildcard on September 25, 2005, at 20:16:45
In reply to Re: At the park, then., posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:09:57
Posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:56:12
In reply to Where at? I live on the line between NC and SC (nm) » Deneb, posted by wildcard on September 25, 2005, at 20:16:45
We still have more than 7 months to go people!
My tie-dye thing is only a suggestion. :-P
Feel free to come up with activities of your own. We can take a vote or something.
Does NC and SC stand for North and South Carolina? You'll have a long drive! The Babble Party will coincide with the American Psychiatric Association meeting Dr. Bob intends to attend in May in Toronto, Canada.
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/admin/20050823/msgs/558784.html
Posted by wildcard on September 25, 2005, at 21:07:18
In reply to Re: LOL, we are getting way ahead of ourselves! » wildcard, posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:56:12
I thought so ; ) i have friends up that way but i doubt i'd make it but i'll help u plan and offer ideas
Posted by javableue on September 25, 2005, at 21:13:39
In reply to Re: LOL, we are getting way ahead of ourselves! » wildcard, posted by Deneb on September 25, 2005, at 20:56:12
Toronto? Awesome! That's close enough that I just might conceivably be able to come, money permitting.
I'm afraid I'll have to spend much of my time hidden away with my books even if I can go, as it's towards the end of the exam period, but it would still be cool to go. But I'm afraid getting ahead of myself is a great hobby of mine, if obsessing over grad school before I've started undergrad is any indication...
jb
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