What makes this forum so great for you?

[Batdragon (AKA Batty)]

There are probably millions upon millions of forums out there int he big wide world of the interweb. I myself have been active in quite a few, (Ford, Vauxhall, Peugeot, Font type, Design, IT, Music to name a few) and now I have joined this forum about electronic cigarettes.

I can say with my hand on my heart that this is the friendliest forum I have ever been on. There is a huge range of knowledge (and not just on vaping), a huge range of experience, and a huge range of different people. Now when you get a group of people together like this in real life there is quite often little groups that form within the main group, which can make newcomers to the group feel like an outsider. unfortunately this also happens within forums, where people get pally with others, and the my gang mentality occurs.

This forum is very different, there are no group leaders (not counting the mods or Chrissie in this as they run the forum). Every one has a place, and is welcomed into the fold. People share their knowledge and dont hold on to it like it is their power over others. It really is so nice and it has been said on so many occasions that "If only the outside world was like this things would be such a happier place". I could not agree more.

I have thought about this for a long time and I have had many different thoughts as to why it is such a great place to be.

Is it the people?
Is it the friendliness?
Is it the knowledge?
Is it the sharing nature of everyone?
Is it the mature attitudes?
Is it the mature age of the members?
Is it the moderators?

After all that thinking I still don't know why, its probably because of all of the above and much more.

One thing I am totally sure about, is that I want to thank all of you, new and old for making this form what it is and what it is, is bloody magic. Thank you all

[beautycat]

Well what can I say batty. I couldn't put it better myself love this place. #KissBlowSmiley1# #icon_welldone#

[esmecullen]

I agree I think it is all you've said batty

[Annie]

Yep Batty..... this forum certainly stands out from the crowd when I compare it to other forums I am part of.

Many forums seem to have the little gangs usually the original lot that joined who treat later recruits like idiots, sometime to the point of bullying. I have many times felt so sorry for newbies that posted a valid question only to be shot down in flames.

AAEC it is so friendly, every one helping each other out and not forgetting that that every question matters to the poster no matter how basic it my seem. No keyboard warriors here that I have noticed.

Credit should go to the moderators who set the scene on here, it's not always the case on other forums and that in my opinion is where many go wrong.

[gjdart]

I for one would probably still be on the nasties if it wasn't for the great advice and fantastic support here on AAEC.... this is a very special place.... run by very special people... for very special people.

Long may it continue...... ##

[chrisjw]

Well put batty & I agree 100% with what you've stated.............. a great forum in every sense........

P.S. Is it ok to be slightly immature sometimes?.............it's what keeps me sane..................

[Deleted]

its coz we love each other

[Annie]

Jul 3, 2012 20:11:06 GMT chrisjw said:

Well put batty & I agree 100% with what you've stated.............. a great forum in every sense........

P.S. Is it ok to be slightly immature sometimes?.............it's what keeps me sane..................

I think it's compulsory

[debb72]

i love it here only been here a few days but as soon as i get up in the morning i make a brew get my pink lady chuffing and read all the posts its great, friendly knowledgeable,and funny all at the same time #KissBlowSmiley1#

[Queenie Bee]

Jul 3, 2012 20:11:08 GMT @colliwobbles said:

its coz we love each other

we wonna be together !!! lol

[blakey]

Jul 3, 2012 20:50:03 GMT debb72 said:

get my pink lady chuffing

I'm going to bed on that one - night night ladies

lol

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[River]

For me it has to be Bel and Nicky

[kirsty0108]

I think its a wavelength thing and great Mod's

[Gaz1888]

Defo all the above for me #grouphug#

[Dream (s)]

Everything you mentioned above, great place, lovely people ready to help when needed:)