For this? I do not use the rating system here. That’s part of why I didn’t like Dkos. Too many times I would read an excellent essay and discussion that would deteriorate into a ratings gaggle or popularity contest. This turned me off from writing any diaries there because I’m not running for homecoming queen, nor am I competing for a Nobel or Olympic prize – just trying to connect with my fellow humans.
It’s too high school for me – a woman of a certain age who is delighted to find a welcoming community where I can publish whatever I like. I’ve received criticism and bad ratings sometimes, 4’s and kind words sometimes; but have never rated. I’m not here to judge anybody – if I have a comment, I’ll say it and expect the same from other people.
Now I find myself feeling indebted to many kind people here to whom I have never given a rating. If someone goes to the work of putting up a diary, I figure the best appreciation I can offer is an expression of support and a recommendation.
Today I discovered that I have achieved `trusted user’ status. “Thank you for contributing to Booman Tribune and for taking on the mantle of responsibility.” Sorry Boo- I didn’t take on any responsibility. All I did was shoot off my mouth. Thanks for the salute anyway. It all seems pointless to me, can I be excused and still hang out with y’all?
Two more things – Tip jar: I worked fifteen years for tips, never asked for a tip, never will. People give what they want to, let them. Truth be told, I just don’t want to bother to learn how to use that system – I’m old, I’m tired. I just learned how to use my new telephone, isn’t that confusion enough?
Also: The word mojo was coined by Jim Morrison. It’s an anagram of his name – Mr. Mojo Rising! Interesting guy, great tunes.