misswood' date='Jan 19th 2015, 6:17 PM
might make everybody happy. How about bring in all tweets except the ones where Adam is pimping other singers. That would help cut the tweets down considerably. :lol:
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misswood @ Jan 19th 2015, 5:17 PM
I have a solution that might make everybody happy. How about bring in all tweets except the ones where Adam is pimping other singers. That would help cut the tweets down considerably. laughing.gif
madamimadam' date='Jan 19th 2015, 6:18 PM'
*snort* So true! Sad, but true!!!!!
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madamimadam @ Jan 19th 2015, 5:09 PM
There is a lot of truth in what JM is saying though. I've been worried about the board too. Remember this thread?
http://idolforums.com/index.php?showtopic=710016
However, I'm not buying into the premise that the cause of the problem is having the tweets here.
I think it's nice to have a one-place-get-all-the-information on one board (although it's a lot of friggin' work and there are days when I just want to walk away from it all!).
In order to have conversations, the members have to post and reply to others....
I realize that there's a normal ebb-and-flow to any board, members come and go... for a multitude of reasons, but I do miss the convos that used to take place here and the hilarious/thoughtful/emotional/insightful/informative stuff you could read in a convo.
It's our board! It ain't mine (or anyone else's in particular), if we want it to change, WE have to make it happen.
IMHO....
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Tiki'srose' date='Jan 19th 2015, 6:19 PM'
Very true Marie, that convo's have to be started but I think when the concerts are going and people are pressed for time there isn't much time for convo's, as everyone is catching up on what has been happening or happening and then have to get back to real life. Maybe I am wrong but that's my thought. :)
Tiki'srose @ Jan 19th 2015, 5:19 PM
Very true Marie, that convo's have to be started but I think when the concerts are going and people are pressed for time there isn't much time for convo's, as everyone is catching up on what has been happening or happening and then have to get back to real life. Maybe I am wrong but that's my thought. original.gif
madamimadam' date='Jan 19th 2015, 6:29 PM' post='26679737']
That's a good point. I know that on concert days, I'm nuts from 7:00 a.m. until midnight... and when there are two shows in a row, well....
I just finished updating all the OP's for the videos and then we have two concerts in a row again and I still have to finish the December Treasure Chest of Links... No rest for the wicked! :roll:
And as far as the twitter stuff goes, I've tried my damnedest during the concerts to be 'conservative' in what I RT for you guys and yet I have ended in twitter jail for each and every friggin' concert!
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JM♥' date='Jan 19th 2015, 6:32 PM'
Thanks Marie. :flowers:
I'm not on Twitter and I'm still scrolling through the sea of red.
I'm sure people who are here every day are used to them and appreciate them.And I guess it's one of Marie's things to do.
But when it's slow and you still have to scroll through what's left?
What if you were the new poster, what would you want to see here?
Marie: Don't make this as your work, it shouldn't be.It suppose to be fun hobby.I'm sure nobody expects you to keep this board alive all by yourself.Or your responsibility.I get that most of the time you enjoy what you do but when it starts to feel like responsibility or work it's gone wrong.
Ofcourse it's not all about the tweets.I think the most part (for me at least) it is/was the fact that no new music from Adam in such a long time.And not much anything else either (don't kill me!)Got tired of waiting.Interest faded/shiftet to other things.But now there's new era happening.And maybe things will pick up, I'm hopefull.At least I'm going to check more often now that I know that in fact something is happening.
IMO. :flowers:
.madamimadam' date='Jan 19th 2015, 6:40 PM'
JM: I agree that the lack of new music has left many fans kind of bored with Adam's fandom.
I also agree that now that new music/label is getting closer (it's not even Maypril anymore, it's April!!!!), fans will resurface, at least I really hope so.
As far as the sea of red that confronts you (and others), I'm wracking my brain to find a solution... I don't know... Create a one-size-fits-all thread where I dump the lot in? But then, if you're only interested in certain things, you have to go through the whole lot.
Right now, I put stuff in their respective threads (3rd Album, QAL tour, Adam-related, American Idol, etc.)...
I can't figure out how to make this work for everyone...
Chip in with ideas, guys!!!! I'm at a loss..
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Tiki'srose' date='Jan 19th 2015, 7:05 PM'
Well I see we are having a conversation. :haha:
I don't think there really is an answer. I know yesterday, I said I would just pick and choose what I brought in from the concert and it was darn impossible to pick and choose. Yes, I did leave some out not because I wanted to, only in order to keep up.
However, having said that, I know it's hard for you too, but you are working too long at it every day and its going to catch up with you in the end and we want you here. :hug:
The one thing you will never do, is please everyone and I think the majority of us have been happy as things stand. :yes:
Would just putting the editorials into one thread only, and not bother putting them in other threads help somewhat. Same with the concerts, just put the tweets, pics & videos pertaining to that concert in its thread and not bother putting them elsewhere. I don't know if that would be a good idea or not, I am just thinking here. :)
adamimadam @ Jan 19th 2015, 5:40 PM
JM: I agree that the lack of new music has left many fans kind of bored with Adam's fandom.
I also agree that now that new music/label is getting closer (it's not even Maypril anymore, it's April!!!!), fans will resurface, at least I really hope so.
As far as the sea of red that confronts you (and others), I'm wracking my brain to find a solution... I don't know... Create a one-size-fits-all thread where I dump the lot in? But then, if you're only interested in certain things, you have to go through the whole lot.
Right now, I put stuff in their respective threads (3rd Album, QAL tour, Adam-related, American Idol, etc.)...
I can't figure out how to make this work for everyone...
Chip in with ideas, guys!!!! I'm at a loss...
Tiki'srose' date='Jan 19th 2015, 7:05 PM'
Well I see we are having a conversation. :haha:
I don't think there really is an answer. I know yesterday, I said I would just pick and choose what I brought in from the concert and it was darn impossible to pick and choose. Yes, I did leave some out not because I wanted to, only in order to keep up.
However, having said that, I know it's hard for you too, but you are working too long at it every day and its going to catch up with you in the end and we want you here. :hug:
The one thing you will never do, is please everyone and I think the majority of us have been happy as things stand. :yes:
Would just putting the editorials into one thread only, and not bother putting them in other threads help somewhat. Same with the concerts, just put the tweets, pics & videos pertaining to that concert in its thread and not bother putting them elsewhere. I don't know if that would be a good idea or not, I am just thinking here. :)
madamimadam' date='Jan 19th 2015, 7:11 PM'Tiki'srose @ Jan 19th 2015, 6:05 PM
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Would just putting the editorials into one thread only, and not bother putting them in other threads help somewhat. Same with the concerts, just put the tweets, pics & videos pertaining to that concert in its thread and not bother putting them elsewhere. I don't know if that would be a good idea or not, I am just thinking here. original.gif
Would just putting the editorials into one thread only, and not bother putting them in other threads help somewhat.
.... hmmmm.... that might work... Just put all of the articles in the "Online Media Thread"... AI, QAL, Reviews....
Again, people would have to sort through it, but it would stop the double-posting....
madamimadam @ Jan 19th 2015, 6:11 PM
Would just putting the editorials into one thread only, and not bother putting them in other threads help somewhat.
.... hmmmm.... that might work... Just put all of the articles in the "Online Media Thread"... AI, QAL, Reviews....
Again, people would have to sort through it, but it would stop the double-posting....
Tiki'srose' date='Jan 19th 2015, 7:22 PM'
Even though people would have to sort through it, I don't think it would be that hard because for the most part they are usually on the same subject except when you have something like his idol judging in the middle. But right now the editorials etc are basically the concerts. The tweet that goes with the online media tells you what it is and then it is up to everyone whether they want to read it.
madamimadam @ Jan 18th 2015, 1:27 PM
I am so overwhelmed with joy and happiness for everything going on with Adam right now!
He's having a ball fronting Queen for a few more weeks.
He was signed by Warners within 24 HOURS of walking out of RCA! Before Queen. Before iHeart. Before Glee... They wanted ADAM!!!!
He has a top notch executive producer team for his upcoming album.
We are getting a single in April!!!
He just bought himself a gorgeous house... paid CASH!
He has a beautiful new Bentley!
The UK reviews are to die for...
I walk around with this huge sh!t-eating grin on my face and can't seem to stop... while at the same time getting teary-eyed for all the wonderful stuff happening for Adam right now!!!!
Le Sigh!!!!
That is all... original.gif
MicheleDE' date='Jan 19th 2015, 7:53 PM'
Amen to ALL of THIS!!!!
My heart is just bursting with pride and joy, sometimes I can't contain it!!!!
and for the nay-sayers, I just wanna say suck it! :bleh:
madamimadam @ Jan 19th 2015, 6:40 PM
JM: I agree that the lack of new music has left many fans kind of bored with Adam's fandom.
I also agree that now that new music/label is getting closer (it's not even Maypril anymore, it's April!!!!), fans will resurface, at least I really hope so.
As far as the sea of red that confronts you (and others), I'm wracking my brain to find a solution... I don't know... Create a one-size-fits-all thread where I dump the lot in? But then, if you're only interested in certain things, you have to go through the whole lot.
Right now, I put stuff in their respective threads (3rd Album, QAL tour, Adam-related, American Idol, etc.)...
I can't figure out how to make this work for everyone...
Chip in with ideas, guys!!!! I'm at a loss...
misswood' date='Jan 19th 2015, 7:56 PM'
What was wrong with my idea? :unsure: I liked it.
madamimadam' date='Jan 19th 2015, 8:25 PM'
Actually, if having all the media articles in the one thread (2015 Online Media) works out, we might do the same for tweets (except for the concert tweets) and dump all of them in the Adam-Related Tweets thread so there is no longer a need to post them twice, even thrice in some cases, in various threads.
Let's see how we do with the Online Media thread.
Love2Lurk' date='Jan 19th 2015, 8:32 PM'
Just adding my 2cents !!!
Love you Marie...and everyone who contributes to this board.....
You all are the best :hug: THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for all that you do :hug:
However...I worry about you Marie and not getting enough rest :wub:
Please take care :flowers:
I love reading the tweets....however...If I am not up to reading them all....I just scroll....
Also love reading & adding to the convo .....reading the different POV keeps it interesting :thumbs:
However you all organize the board ...will be fine ....love coming here for all things Adam !!
And...yes....
I am over the top....filled with joy :wub: .... for Adam's overdue kudos from the media & gaining new fans.....
The current success with Queenbert.....new label ....with....new music coming in April !!!
All of this is soooooooooo exciting :w00t:
Makes me so happy & proud for Adam !!! :wub:
This Adam journey has been amazing......can't wait for more :thumbs: :wub: :sorcerer:
svca @ Jan 19th 2015, 7:35 PM) *
I must admit I take special delight in all the tweets from new people discovering our boy.
It just makes me grin from ear to ear grin.gif grin.gif
It's about damn time lol yes.gif
Love2Lurk' date='Jan 19th 2015, 8:37 PM'
Exactly :thumbs:
MicheleDE' date='Jan 19th 2015, 8:44 PM'
YES!!!! :yes:
sealuv' date='Jan 19th 2015, 8:59 PM
my zip cents........i come here to see what is new with adam.....and appreciate the info that is so concise ...tweets...vids....& "the sea of red" does not bother me....but can it curtail conversations?, possibly ......is this a bad thing?....depends on what one wants from the forum.....some peeps probably just want info and either have no time for posting or just not interested in giving their 3 cents.......others may want free flow convo.......for me ...i want both........and agree ...we have lost a lot of free flow here....but not sure if it is the 'sea of red tweets' is the cause.... or some other issue....
in the beginning of IDF.... things were a bit chaotic .......free flow and random posting was natural and everyone felt like he/she was part of the whole and everyone contributed.....free flow conversations were just a natural result.....but like adam .....IDF has grown.... and it has really become #1 for info for all things adam...
we may not get a variety of posters ...right now ...but the guest count is incredibly high......
as to the work load and how to select tweets and disperse to various threads.......hmmmmm....still have to think on this.......but in the end ....there is only one marie as there is only one adam!......and i ain't goin' nowhere ...nohow.... :haha:
my zip cents........i come here to see what is new with adam.....and appreciate the info that is so concise ...tweets...vids....& "the sea of red" does not bother me....but can it curtail conversations?, possibly ......is this a bad thing?....depends on what one wants from the forum.....some peeps probably just want info and either have no time for posting or just not interested in giving their 3 cents.......others may want free flow convo.......for me ...i want both........and agree ...we have lost a lot of free flow here....but not sure if it is the 'sea of red tweets' is the cause.... or some other issue....
in the beginning of IDF.... things were a bit chaotic .......free flow and random posting was natural and everyone felt like he/she was part of the whole and everyone contributed.....free flow conversations were just a natural result.....but like adam .....IDF has grown.... and it has really become #1 for info for all things adam...
we may not get a variety of posters ...right now ...but the guest count is incredibly high......
as to the work load and how to select tweets and disperse to various threads.......hmmmmm....still have to think on this.......but in the end ....there is only one marie as there is only one adam!......and i ain't goin' nowhere ...nohow.... :haha:
takema' date='Jan 19th 2015, 10:13 PM'
I think how well organized thing are is a little bit of the culprit in the lack of posting.
It's been more than a couple of time (even just this evening) that I have seen posts from people apologizing for posting something in the "wrong thread", or people being told to move their convo to a different thread (often stopping the conversation that was actually happening). The majority of the time this is done kindly and respectfully, but occasionally it crosses over into abrupt, controlling or bossy territory. To more sensitive (and newer) posters this can be a huge deterrent, they can be scared off or feel that they were singled out, even if that was not the intention, I'm sure it's almost always accidental.
Some people will not even bother posting new articles or tweets because they are worried about putting it in the "right place". When something becomes so structured it can be intimidating for some to figure out where to start.
I know how well organised this forum has become is a huge part of the attraction of this site over others for many people (me included), but you are going to lose a lot of spontaneity when there is a lot of structure. One invariable cancels the other out. I do miss the back and for between everyone there used to be during concerts in the concert thread. Now people are so busy dumping tweets, vids and pics during the concert they don't have time to actually discuss what they are watching and/or seeing on the streams. Peek back at the concert threads from a couple years ago and there were board members revelling in what they were seeing and hearing, laughing at Adam's antics and marvelling at the amazing things Adam was doing with his voice. Now there is just a bunch of pictures, videos and a sea of red and minimal discussion.
There is no way to have everything for everyone in one place, I still love this place, but I do look forward to there being more conversations between people when the new music comes out.