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Amtrak - Buying a ticket at a different station in Miscellaneous ·
redmarlin3 said:Are you sure about that?

A while back, when I was still using my Amtrak pass, I used to head out to visit friends in Princeton quite often. My pass covered me all the way up to Arlington. However, at the main station in Chicago, they would never let me just buy a ticket from Springfield to Princeton—it was either the entire trip or nothing. Otherwise, I’d have to get off in Springfield, buy a separate ticket, and wait for a different train.😬

🤷

They actually told me to just buy a ticket from Podsused to Savski Marof at the West station...
since I have an Amtrak pass that covers me through Podsused, and I'd just pay the difference for the rest...

Have you been traveling like that recently, or...?
Amtrak - Buying a ticket at a different station in Miscellaneous ·
ambersailor59 said:You can, but you have to start your trip in Annapolis.

Not quite...

For example, you could buy a ticket at the main station, and it would cover your travel from Gainesville all the way to Savski Marof.
Anyone going...? in Miscellaneous ·
There’s absolutely no way I’m walking into a room wearing just underwear... let alone getting close enough to even smell someone's bed. xD
What's your favorite thing about this forum? in Miscellaneous ·
Dennis Flores77 said:It’s just a complete change of heart 🤣

and pure cowardice ☕
New Year 2010 in Miscellaneous ·
hiddengardener17 said:but what's actually happening at the factory?

New Wave
Grace Ortiz13 said:Not getting a single calendar?😲

Dammit, I toss out a few every year. Does an old Duke Energy one work for you? Figure you should be able to snag one of those.😉

I only get one, and honestly, I’m betting I won't even see one this year. Besides, those kinds of calendars are just useful for 👍organizing my schedule around college classes... 😁

It doesn't matter what the ad is for or who sent it. For me, the main thing is that it’s a "three-month" style. 😁
image

New Year is right around the corner, so I’m looking to pick up a new calendar 😬

Does anyone know if any local companies are giving away or selling those calendars with the cool layouts for cheap? 😬
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
rowdymaker10 said:🤣
Hey there, buddy. I’m choosing to trust your intuition here, hoping this discussion actually leads somewhere productive. image

The thread isn't yielding any results. We've gone through so many posts now, and yet not a single one includes a screenshot, a direct quote, or even a link to the specific post where the moderator went overboard.

rowdymaker10 said:It’ll happen in the Capitol before they ever admit there’s radicalism within their own ranks and actually sanction it. Honestly, I wouldn't bet against the SEC on that one.

Are you actually trying to suggest that not a single moderator has been fired by the admins?

rowdymaker10 said:It’s honestly always such a joke whenever someone starts complaining about a moderator.Honestly, that level of consistency is incredible. You really have to admire it.
Honestly, you can't take anything at face value around here, especially when you start reading the mods. When they jump in to defend one of their own, their posts usually end up being even more biased than the original thread. image

It’s honestly kind of hilarious. At least to me, anyway—seeing how much people complain about the way others complain. 🤣
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Tyler Ross86 said:I agree. We really ought to be quoting the offensive remarks made by the moderators here so we can actually address them. Since those posts were deleted, this is the perfect moment for an ADMIN to step up and copy them for us. Just take it easy—don't have all the admins rushing to grab them at once. 😁

This thread is basically an open invitation for you to start making posts just like that. If you actually read what was said, you could have easily copied it, quoted it, or even taken a screenshot. But you didn't. It’s much easier to just flame people and make fun of the situation. 😉

Tyler Ross86 said:The whole point of this discussion is to get some honesty. The admin needs to explain why Lulu wasn't banned when she clearly deserved it 100%. 🤷 As a regular user, I honestly have no clue how that's even possible. Even if there weren't moderator backups or volunteers available, there are plenty of people on staff right now.

Sorry, it wasn't meant to be a debate. Much like how this topic is turning into something it shouldn't be, once a mod, senior mod, or admin steps in to close it again soon, everyone will claim they don't have a right to complain and that topics are being shut down for no reason. 😉

Tyler Ross86 said:Since you're answering questions, why don't you clarify something while you're at it? Are you actually friends with most of the other moderators or admins here, or just acquaintances? Is that how this protection works? Do you have internal rules where the admins protect you regardless, or simply ignore any complaints filed?

I didn't know anyone before I was chosen, and I haven't met anyone since. Protection isn't a thing. There are no internal rules. This is all just convenient fodder for you to troll. 😉 The post above is a perfect example.
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Tyler Ross86 said:Why was he banned?

I honestly don't know. I don't have any insight since I don't moderate that specific section. I just see the threads here, and this particular mess has nothing to do with his ban...

Tyler Ross86 said:What was the administration's actual stance? All I see is a policy where moderators aren't penalized regardless of how they express themselves, yet a regular user gets an immediate ban.

Given the situation with "Lyla," and with the admin's blessing, I'm opening this thread so you can all paste those moderator posts that aren't offensive.

Honestly, this thread probably should have been locked already..

Tyler Ross86 said:So now a user named desiree has locked the topic with Lyla, adding a truly hilarious comment. But it perfectly sums up the situation. It’s as if she said: "We don't care about the average users; we moderators are all friends here, and we can laugh right in your face while you try to change things."

This whole thing has devolved into a typical back-and-forth between the mods and the users. If it were me, I would have closed it by now...

It's interesting. You now have the chance to show those posts where moderators get away with everything without being punished. Yet, so far, there hasn't been a single one posted. (I'm not saying they don't exist, it's just obvious that none of you actually care...)

Tyler Ross86 said:I don't see why anyone is putting on an act. Just say it. This is how things are. Period. "You could buy out the whole site if you wanted, but you have zero options to actually change anything."

If you think this is all just a facade and it's pointless... then why even argue? 🤷 Why waste your time like this, man...?
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Tyler Ross86 said:I honestly think the admins should step up and take a stand regarding moderators who act offended. They should be held to the same standard as this user above—whose username is now grayed out—even though he was issued a warning and his post is still visible!

Google, that warning didn't actually cause the user's ban...

Looking at this thread, and especially the opening post, it seems like the administration has already made their position pretty clear... wouldn't you say?
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Nicholas King said:It’s interesting that you’re already the second moderator pushing this toward whether or not someone should be punished. Personally, I feel it's much more important that a moderator shouldn't even be expressing these kinds of opinions in the first place.

Could you please explain this to me?
So, we aren't allowed to take a side for punishment or against it...
What kind of stance are moderators supposed to take according to you?
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Nicholas King said:So what? ☕

Nobody is out here screaming, "Punish the moderators! Down with the entire American establishment!"—so why is it such an issue to simply point out that some moderator posts aren't being held to the rules?

It isn't impossible... and I'm not saying it can't happen. If someone wants to dump posts here, they can. But wouldn't it be better if there was actually some purpose behind it?

silvergardener93 said:Do you actually get it, or do you need me to explain it like you're five?!!??

No, I don't get it. I think I might need a little extra help. Why don't we start from the beginning, back when we first met?
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Nicholas King said:Why does the whole point have to be about punishment?

based on the original post 😉

jadetiger25 said:but it’s just frustrating when a moderator lets posts slide that would get us,
regular users, warned or banned—yet they walk away scot-free.
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Ashley Carter95 said:Come on, let's not pretend we're naive here.😉

In that case, don't 😉
Complaint about the mods in Feedback & Suggestions ·
Ashley Carter95 said:It’s an interesting point, but I don't think it'll really go anywhere. People usually just delete their own posts once they realize they went too far.

The thing is, a moderator can be disciplined by a supermoderator or an admin. Those higher-ups can see everything that gets deleted, so you don't have to worry about anyone successfully covering their tracks.😉
How much longer do we have to deal with Zodiac? in Feedback & Suggestions ·
James Turner3 said:Man, I guess I'll just sit here waiting to see at least one BLACK username for once.

🙂 Hey, what's up? 😁
dustypuma5 said:Your word has to be the final one...🤣
Fine, if that’s how you want to play it, I guess we're both saying the same thing...

I was simply responding to your accusation... and since you clearly can't refute it, you've resorted to throwing shade like a kid on a playground.
This isn't the first time you've acted this way...
dustypuma5 said:I’m telling you again, I am not the subject here.

But you still decided to show up here anyway...

dustypuma5 said:I'll say whatever I want to whoever I want. I stand by everything I write, and I always have.

I’m glad you decided to share that here.

dustypuma5 said:And you’re just going to stand there and defend the insults, the belittling, and everything else that’s been brought up here?
It looks like you’ve started moderating since I stepped in. If you didn't think it was necessary before, what changed? Why the sudden shift in perspective?

🤣 🤣 You’re being ridiculous. Either get your facts straight or just stay quiet.

I didn't step in as moderator just because you showed up here to cause trouble. I did it because Melpy finally got back to me on my DM. Honestly, I’ve said this more than once: this whole situation could have been wrapped up a long time ago if she had just replied to my message sooner.

Is it clear enough, or do I need to say it again? Melpy is responding to my PM, and then I’ll handle her complaint.

dustypuma5 said:Everything else is just trolling, which you seem to be so zealous about defending whenever it involves anyone else.
👋

There’s really no point in me asking you for links to those enrollments. I already know you'll just shut me down—you aren't exactly looking to prove anything to anyone.

I’ve been thinking about this quite a bit lately. It’s easy to get caught up in the noise, but I think we need to step back and look at the bigger picture regarding how these policies affect our local communities here in the States. It isn't just about the immediate economic impact—though that’s certainly significant—it’s about the long-term social fabric. I remember sitting in a coffee shop in Chicago last year, listening to people debate similar issues, and the tension was palpable. There’s a real sense of uncertainty when the rules feel like they're shifting under our feet. Chloe Allen made an interesting point earlier about the necessity of stability, and I find myself agreeing. Without a predictable framework, businesses struggle to plan, and families struggle to feel secure. We need more than just quick fixes; we need a cohesive strategy that accounts for everyone. What do you all think? Is there a way to balance these regulatory needs without stifling the very innovation that keeps our economy moving?
That says everything we need to know.

👋 Same to you.
Donna Wood52 said:Look, I'm pushing back because I feel pushed. But when I reach out to the mods about being harassed and nobody does a thing, that's where
the real issue lies.

Seriously...

Have I ever really reacted? Have I ever actually stood up for you?