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mseale · July 2010

I flame my job for making me travel and attend meetigns all week so I couldn't post. I feel like there was something going on here that I have missed. Guess I will have to start looking through the old posts.

I also flame sweetheart tables. Why do you want to eat dinner all by yourself, at your wedding, when you a have a room full of people who want to see you??? You have the rest of your life to be isolated if you so choose, mingle people!

bridgetlb · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:ae346636-eb3e-44b3-b1f9-cdaf8b46f518">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]Well, fine. We'll compromise and I'll give you one. I thought that Mariah should have been given the opportunity to start FFF today since it might be one of her last full days with us.
Posted by juliebug1997[/QUOTE]

wow. i didn't know it was a certain person that had to start it... every time someone started it and ask,"i hope i'm not stepping on anyone's toes", every has replied, "no, anyone can start it."
wow is all i have to say to that.

Tiffany618 · July 2010

Awhh I like the sweetheart table. Tons of people came up and talked to us 1 on 1 while we were eating which I thought was really cool. If we were at a round table that woulda been really hard.

It was totally awkward with everyone watching us eat though, LOL.

SoonToBeMrsHoz · July 2010

Mariah, I wasn't referring to any of your posts.

I am referring to the "We used to have some really heated FFFs back in the day. I'm not sure why it's changed really because there are still quite a few people around now that were here a few years ago. I wonder if it's because we're afraid to offend all the new people?" which to means that this person misses being able to knock down other knot members, and to me that's kind of sad.

Tiffany, you say "You come to realize though that FFF isn't about flaming other knotties..." but then you say it is. ??

I am not looking to pick an argument.. I am just saying that everyone shouldn't be waiting with their guns ready on friday morning to shoot down other knotties.

And btw, gotta love the mob mentality.
We always say how much we like the DFW board because people here are actually nice to each other, and I would like it to stay that way especially when it comes to people asking questions... because you know what ? Sometimes people want the suggestion or opinions of another human being who is going through or who has already gone through the same specific situation, and not just what google tells you.

balfour00 · July 2010

That sucks Stephanie. I haven't had that problem yet (knock on wood.)

I do totally agree though that a lot of the stuff looks really cheap and poorly made. I've already spent tons on my BMs though so as long as it holds up the day of we're good. Their shoes and jewelry rolls will last a long time. I am sort of dreading going but I think this is the best shot at finding something for everyone.

Oh and your siggy reminds me, has anyone heard from Emimayor? I know she had a girl, Ella (I think). Any updates or pics?

Tiffany618 · July 2010

Whoa back the cart up, I didn't say in any way, shape, form or fashion that making fun of knotties is what FFF is about. I said its a way to let out our feelings about things and sometimes they can be related to knotties.

Most of the posts on this board today do not have to do with any specific people. It is wedding stuff in general, which is what it is about.

bridgetlb · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:4e395263-bf5e-410e-b10d-eb9da88cac41">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]Hey, that's ok! It's when someone starts off a thread like this and it has absolutely nothing to do with the subject. Responding to someone's post is not bad! :)
Posted by Mariah&Steven[/QUOTE]

sorry. no one every explained the "rules" of the posting. i didn't mean to make your last day not as BIG as you wanted. until this week, i had no idea who you were.
sorry again. in the future, if someone doesn't understand the "rules", it might be nice to send them a message, i'm sure they'd understand.

bburks79 · July 2010

I have to say how shocked I was to log on and see that there were 90+ posts on FFF. I knew something interesting had to be going on....and yes...interesting.

So.....moving on, my flame is co-workers who normally work out of their home office that come into the corporate office every once in a while that totally forget office etiquette. They leave their cell phone ringers on when they aren't around their cell phone and then they talk as loud as they possibly can into their cell phone. No one wants to hear your business, we are all trying to do our jobs here on Friday and get out for the weekend and don't need to hear where you are meeting your buddy for lunch.

bsn1752 · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:a5cc8bcc-02ad-41e9-9a74-7f6b36b94b40">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : wow. i didn't know it was a certain person that had to start it... every time someone started it and ask,"i hope i'm not stepping on anyone's toes", every has replied, "no, anyone can start it." wow is all i have to say to that.
Posted by bridgetlb[/QUOTE]

Bridget - FFF is all about being able to flame without catching slack or hurt feelings from anyone... I promise that she wasn't trying to upset you.

It's all in good fun.

stephl3055 · July 2010

I never said I missed flaming people. If that's what I meant, I would've said it. I'm not trying to start anything either, I was just trying to point out that the mood/personality of the boards has changed a lot since I first joined 2ish years ago.

Back then, it seemed like people weren't afraid to post what they really thought about someone's pictures, or their dress, or something else that someone was asking advice for. People weren't doing it to be mean, they were saying what they really thought. Now, it seems like if you post your honest opinion, people get really hurt and then everyone thinks you're a horrible person for speaking your mind.

cherrrylll · July 2010

I think everyone's mentality changes after you've been here for a while. You start out thinking we should all just smile and high five each other and then you find yourself rolling your eyes at certain threads a little more. It doesn't make anyone mean, it just makes them real. In the mean time, try not to take anything too personally.

I don't think anyone (least of all Mariah) cares about who starts a thread. I thought that was an odd flame.

bsn1752 · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:b6385491-0816-41b8-98fe-e011742dcef9">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : sorry. no one every explained the "rules" of the posting. i didn't mean to make your last day not as BIG as you wanted. until this week, i had no idea who you were. sorry again. in the future, if someone doesn't understand the "rules", it might be nice to send them a message, i'm sure they'd understand.
Posted by bridgetlb[/QUOTE]

Bridget - this was posted last week...

<a href="http://forums.theknot.com/default.aspx?path=http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-club-boards_march-2011-weddings">http://forums.theknot.com/default.aspx?path=http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-club-boards_march-2011-weddings</a>

fallbride1109 · July 2010

Kathy ITA with what you're saying. I usually don't even participate. And when I do, I am usually not flaming DFW Knotties in particular. And at any rate, you are free to say whatever you want today without having to defend it--that's part of FFF.

*sigh* I have come to realize that sweetheart tables have a place in wedding society. Although that was a tough one for me.

No one even looked our way when we were eating.

ETA: Brandi, I know, I felt the same way when I ordered my BMs broaches--I just wanted something cheap that would last a day. And that's what I got.

ezzyv · July 2010

I know google isn't the same as people's imput but there are some times you can tell someone hasn't tried at all and want their hand held. I lurked on this board for like a month before I even posted and tried to read the bigger threads about venues and stuff like that. (Which I wish there was a detailed sticky for the venues so we don't have 20 omg need venue posts each week.)

Even then I am pretty sure I have said something dumb or annoying on this board. Sorry!

bridgetlb · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:e4e12569-2752-4d98-80f6-79a59387379f">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I don't understand why there is a need to offend or flame other knotties anyway?? I will admit there are a couple people who make me cringe when I read their posts and what they have to say, but this is a public and free forum, where anyone should be able to say what they feel without being attacked. If I don't like something I read, I just skip the post and don't feel the need to attack the person because this board is generally full of very nice ladies all with the common goal of planning a nice wedding and sure , questions will be repeated 1000 times and if you have been around to see it that many times, then you can skip that post. And if someone says something that you think is "flame-worthy", again skip it. I don't understand why there is a need to attack or "flame" other knot members. Disclaimer: this is not an attack or a flame. Just a why can't we all just get along post.
Posted by SoonToBeMrsHoz[/QUOTE]

well said.

SoonToBeMrsHoz · July 2010

I never said anything about 'making fun of knotties". Please don't put words in my mouth.

I am just we shouldn't deliberately attack one or another or wait specifically for a day to do it. There are always going to be new people on the board that need help, and if you want to help, then help, but don't attack. Also, if you don't like someone's taste or opinions, that's ok too; not everyone has to get along, but we shouldn't tear each other apart.

Again, I stand by what I originally said in that I would just like this board to remain a friendly place where we people can continue to come to for reference for the their wedding planning without having to worry about getting flamed.

That's all.

Terriniski · July 2010

I've been following some news about the controversy of at-home genetic testing. The controversy makes me think that too many people are idiots. If you're at "lower risk" that doesn't mean 0 risk. People don't understand probability.

bobbileighb · July 2010

I guess I am the opposite of soon to be because I really love this board and have gotten great ideas/vendors from here however I wish less people held back their honest opinion. Like with Nmacs vows yesterday (I didnt see the post till after what I would have said was already said), I think we can all appreciate the honesty she was given and it may make her vows a little easier for her on that day and eliminate things that may have been taken the wrong way. If someone thinks my dress doesnt flatter me or my invitation wording is wrong I would like to know that because maybe I can fix it. All the advice is take it or leave it but I would like to hear honest opinions and if I dont like them then thats fine too.

bburks79 · July 2010

Also as lame as this is and as nerdy as it's going to sound I have to flame Rachel from Big Brother. I'm not sure if anyone on here watches but she annoys the absolute heck out of me. Her laugh, her whiny voice, her nappy hair extensions and her slutty attire are like nails on a chalkboard for me. Blegh...

Okay so this probably doesn't belong on this particular thread but to StephieHall....do you watch The Good Guys? The assistant DA on that show reminds me of you. She is completely adorable and has the prettiest hair and for some reason I just think y'all look a lot alike. That's all. :-)

bridgetlb · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:2fb20d16-8be5-43d6-b7ce-71f6f622e2ca">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : Bridget - FFF is all about being able to flame without catching slack or hurt feelings from anyone... I promise that she wasn't trying to upset you. It's all in good fun.
Posted by bsn1752[/QUOTE]

i'm not upset or have hurt feelings, i'm just confused. if it is that big a deal, then someone needs to explain the rules instead of getting so bent out of shape and pissed off. i thought they were just catching names for the ongoing post of the day, which i think most newbies do.

sparklingdiamond · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:3e81f5a7-9cf1-426c-ae01-649774570b58">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]Also as lame as this is and as nerdy as it's going to sound I have to flame Rachel from Big Brother. I'm not sure if anyone on here watches but she annoys the absolute heck out of me. Her laugh, her whiny voice, her nappy hair extensions and her slutty attire are like nails on a chalkboard for me. Blegh... Okay so this probably doesn't belong on this particular thread but to StephieHall....do you watch <strong>The Good Guys</strong>? The assistant DA on that show reminds me of you. She is completely adorable and has the prettiest hair and for some reason I just think y'all look a lot alike. That's all. :-)
Posted by bburks79[/QUOTE]

I LOVE that show!! Its so funny! And I can definitely see the resemblance between her and StephieHall! :-p

bridgetlb · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:e4607b68-a162-4b5e-ad12-6a8f0e87ff29">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : Bridget - this was posted last week... <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/default.aspx?path=http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-club-boards_march-2011-weddings" rel="nofollow">http://forums.theknot.com/default.aspx?path=http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-club-boards_march-2011-weddings</a>
Posted by bsn1752[/QUOTE]

which post? when i click on it "March 2011 Weddings" comes up.

bsn1752 · July 2010

Just to play devil's advocate here -

Flaming = making fun of = poking jabs at = giving a hard time... from the way I understand it. There's no reason for anyone to get in a tizzy over flame free friday or the definition of a flame, there's tons.

And unfortunately, flaming is part of it, whether we do it on the forum or not. And actually, I just had "flaming" in a computer class textbook I was in... it's a real thing. I personally, have no problem with anyone "flaming" me... no matter its it on a FFF or not. I think it's constructive, and it would be way more helpful if everyone could view it as such.

I think getting feelings hurt on an online forum... well, that's just silly. You shouldn't put that much stock into what complete strangers think. How many of you know eachother's last names? You don't. We're not best friends, just online acquaintances.

And if we can't flame each other, then what's the point of having a FFF?

SoonToBeMrsHoz · July 2010

I am going back to work now.

Feel free to flame me for wanting this place to remain peaceful and friendly.

I will be back later.

ETA: I think constructive criticism is great and I have no problem with that; I just don't like personal attacks. OK I am really going back to work now.

bobbileighb · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:ce6dbfa9-9bb2-49f3-bac7-b5133bc36ce2">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]Just to play devil's advocate here - Flaming = making fun of = poking jabs at = giving a hard time... from the way I understand it. There's no reason for anyone to get in a tizzy over flame free friday or the definition of a flame, there's tons. And unfortunately, flaming is part of it, whether we do it on the forum or not. And actually, I just had "flaming" in a computer class textbook I was in... it's a real thing. I personally, have no problem with anyone "flaming" me... no matter its it on a FFF or not. I think it's constructive, and it would be way more helpful if everyone could view it as such. I think getting feelings hurt on an online forum... well, that's just silly. You shouldn't put that much stock into what complete strangers think. How many of you know eachother's last names? You don't. We're not best friends, just online acquaintances. And if we can't flame each other, then what's the point of having a FFF?
Posted by bsn1752[/QUOTE]

Well said.

fallbride1109 · July 2010

I have never heard of that show! I will have to check it out.

Changing the subject, what does everyone think of those new plastic see through wedding chairs? I think I hate them.

bsn1752 · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:96335428-9ddb-4665-835a-f5d6486d1102">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : i'm not upset or have hurt feelings, i'm just confused. if it is that big a deal, then someone needs to explain the rules instead of getting so bent out of shape and pissed off. i thought they were just catching names for the ongoing post of the day, which i think most newbies do.
Posted by bridgetlb[/QUOTE]

I don't think anyone is pissed off either.... that's why we have FFF.

bsn1752 · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:d2b872f0-9a19-4fcf-af56-596f0b5b2bba">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : which post? when i click on it "March 2011 Weddings" comes up.
Posted by bridgetlb[/QUOTE]

It was posted last week... go look for "Days of the week definitions" - I posted it

bobbileighb · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:ae326846-9548-4363-923c-f3ce7e6ffe22">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]I have never heard of that show! I will have to check it out. :) Changing the subject, what does everyone think of those new plastic see through wedding chairs? I think I hate them.
Posted by stephiehall[/QUOTE]

Overall I am not a fan I think they look cold or something but I cant really describe it at least for my idea of a wedding they dont fit in but everyones ideal wedding is different.

bridgetlb · July 2010

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_fff-19?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:102Discussion:d35369a3-a1d5-4134-8c3e-d133bb534400Post:c68fce84-78fc-4f53-9eef-53bae37c7bd8">Re: FFF</a>:
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : It was posted last week... go look for "Days of the week definitions" - I posted it
Posted by bsn1752[/QUOTE]

i missed it. maybe we should make one of those notes that stays at the top of post page.

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