elegantlion Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I believe we need a WTM badge program, like girl scouts and boy scouts. We could have golden sashes to wear at get togethers. Here are a few badges I believe would be important. *items could be duplicated, earning extra stingers with each repeat: I've said "No" to the meat truck I've been banned* I've had a thread locked* I've had a thread deleted* I've read WTM cover-to-cover at least once I understand booKs and teA don't always mean books and tea I've maxed out the number of characters allowed in a signature I own and use my crock pot I grow my own food I didn't threaten my children with public school this month* I logged out of WTM forums on purpose for more than twenty-four hours (obviously you have to come back to claim this badge) We've done a chicken mummy I survived lapbooking I can multi-quote I was a member of the old board I've met Susan Wise Bauer (a most coveted badge) I have purchased from Peace Hill Press I once came to WTM to research one item and left after doing just that What other badges do we need? :bigear: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linguistmama Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I survived a kerfluffle (and all I got was this badge). :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChristusG Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 LOL! That's hilarious! Totally laughed at the "I didn't threaten to send my kids to public school this month." Geez, I think I may threaten that daily! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK_Mom4 Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The "I killed a kitten badge" Kilt Picture badge "Rigorous Homeschooler" badge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 "I have an opinion on Fagles vs. Lattimore." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linguistmama Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 (edited) Draconian homeschooler My kid can converse fluently in Latin I take my shopping cart back to the corral Edited September 13, 2011 by linguistmama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I know that shopping carts and shoes in the house are contentious issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I own a menstrual cup and I know how to use it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linguistmama Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I have snappy comebacks to rude questions I have snarky comebacks to rude questions I have polite comebacks to rude questions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lara in Colo Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I have successfully killed _____ threads! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8circles Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I've made an a$$ of myself. This could be earned many times. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted September 13, 2011 Author Share Posted September 13, 2011 :lol::lol::lol: y'all are great!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawana Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The badge of invisibility. For when you pour your guts out and noone cares. Similar to the thread killer badge, but distinctive in that later posters do get a response. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb_ Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Still using the Oxford Comma. Down with the Oxford Comma! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obsidian Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The "I killed a kitten badge" No, it should be the "I kill kitten's" badge.:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I've met_______ board members. I've been identified as a homeschooler_____times by a total stranger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Year Round Mom Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 "The UPS guy knows my name" badge? "I spend more on Amazon than on groceries" badge? "I know how to sew a Renaissance-era dress, but don't know how to apply make-up" badge? :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 'I regularly save kittens' 'I recognized a troll' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Nyssa Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Dream-Posting = Posting on the WTM boards While Asleep and Dreaming (I did this! I dreamed I discovered a revolutionary new way to wash dishes and posted it here. I was really happy when I saw there were 20 replies, other moms saying how much they liked my idea and that they were going to institute the same in their own homes. Then there was a poster who hated my idea. She said it was cr*p and that there was enough cr*p on the boards without me adding any more. Also she said I spelled the word "elementary" wrong. I couldn't remember where I had used that word in my original post and my sleeping brain went back and forth "elementAry? elementEry? elementAry? elementEry?" til I woke up.) :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Dream-Posting = Posting on the WTM boards While Asleep and Dreaming (I did this! I dreamed I discovered a revolutionary new way to wash dishes and posted it here. I was really happy when I saw there were 20 replies, other moms saying how much they liked my idea and that they were going to institute the same in their own homes. Then there was a poster who hated my idea. She said it was cr*p and that there was enough cr*p on the boards without me adding any more. Also she said I spelled the word "elementary" wrong. I couldn't remember where I had used that word in my original post and my sleeping brain went back and forth "elementAry? elementEry? elementAry? elementEry?" til I woke up.) :001_smile: :lol: I have dream-posted before but don't remember the dreams as clearly as you. I just remember waking up and wanting to add to the amazing thread I had going only to find it didn't exist. The first time I was soo Peeved thinking it had been deleted. So messed up and a sure sign of being here too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swellmomma Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Oh and definitely need a curriculum junkie badge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chepyl Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I didn't threaten my children with public school this month* I will try to earn that one in the month of October! I have failed this month so far. The "I killed a kitten badge" I discovered that I have earned this badge....:blush:, I am not proud of my actions.... Dream-Posting = Posting on the WTM boards While Asleep and Dreaming (I did this! I dreamed I discovered a revolutionary new way to wash dishes and posted it here. I was really happy when I saw there were 20 replies, other moms saying how much they liked my idea and that they were going to institute the same in their own homes. Then there was a poster who hated my idea. She said it was cr*p and that there was enough cr*p on the boards without me adding any more. Also she said I spelled the word "elementary" wrong. I couldn't remember where I had used that word in my original post and my sleeping brain went back and forth "elementAry? elementEry? elementAry? elementEry?" til I woke up.) :001_smile: I sleep post...I post from my phone a lot. I look in the mornings when I wake up. I made to HORRIBLE posts this morning before I was fully awake. When I got to my computer later, I found the offending posts and quickly edited them. They were awful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieM Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Add some badges for... Successfully passing the bean dip Scoring a *First!* on the old boards (a limited edition badge, that!) Graduating a home schooled student Completing a curriculum selling transaction by searching the WTB boards before listing on the FS board Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberia Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 "I'm always ready for a math brawl." "The word 'Mama' is in my user name." "I always seem to miss out on the interesting threads that get deleted before I even know what was going on." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyforlatin Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Not saying that I would qualify, but what about a badge for "my kids and I wear pajamas all day until we go out in the afternoon." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Math Wars are Kind Of Fun Saxon, Saxon, Only Saxon (ditto for Singapore and perhaps Math U See) The Few, The Brave, The Troll Hunters KILTS! Board Addict I have read ALL THREE editions of TWTM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 How about the: "I've referred to my husband as dh in an IRL conversation" badge :001_huh: Special merit pin goes to the wearer of this badge who said it to a complete stranger who then thought you were Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom in High Heels Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 "Most posts about Johnny Depp" "Ability to teach while on the WTM boards" "I let them quiz my kid, but then quizzed theirs" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeanne in MN Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 I can recognize and refer over a dozen curriculums by their initials only. I have debated the value of Gone With the Wind, Swiss Family Robinson, Island of the Blue Dolphins, and Grapes of Wrath. I have patiently answered the same question at least a dozen times. i.e. "What do you recommend for microscopes?" I believe Ken Ham is a doodie head. My Amazon wishlist is a mile long and made up of books I learned about at the WTM forums. My family knows the hive and asks for their opinions. I had an illness diagnosed by the hive when a doctor had no clue. I planned a trip with the hive as my travel agents. I was named customer of the year by any of the following: USPS, UPS or FedEx. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duckens Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The Bean Dip Badge The Unsocialized Kids Badge (whose kids are in umpteen outside activities) The Rainbow Resource Center Badge Level 1: The "I Attended a Homeschooling Convention" Badge Level 2: The "I Spoke at a Homeschooling Convention" Badge Level 3: The "I Attended the Homeschooling Convention, and I Stayed in Budget" Badge Level 1: All the Librarians Know My Name Badge Level 2: The Library Books I Badge for having more than 50 items checked out of the library at once. Level 3: The Library Books II Badge (aka The "Fines" badge) for getting all 50 items back to the library without incurring fines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 How about the: "I've referred to my husband as dh in an IRL conversation" badge :001_huh: Special merit pin goes to the wearer of this badge who said it to a complete stranger who then thought you were Love this one! I can't remember, do we have either an "I love crock pots." or "Crock pots will kill you!" badge? Definitely need a Green Smoothie Master badge, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amydavis Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Dream-Posting = Posting on the WTM boards While Asleep and Dreaming (I did this! I dreamed I discovered a revolutionary new way to wash dishes and posted it here. I was really happy when I saw there were 20 replies, other moms saying how much they liked my idea and that they were going to institute the same in their own homes. Then there was a poster who hated my idea. She said it was cr*p and that there was enough cr*p on the boards without me adding any more. Also she said I spelled the word "elementary" wrong. I couldn't remember where I had used that word in my original post and my sleeping brain went back and forth "elementAry? elementEry? elementAry? elementEry?" til I woke up.) :001_smile: :lol: :smilielol5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybear Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 (edited) The I've typed out a response to a thread and then thought better of sending it badge. This is a hard one for some of us to earn. Some of us (like me) have had to learn the hard way that not everyone wants to hear every thought that comes into my head. Edited September 13, 2011 by woolybear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted September 13, 2011 Author Share Posted September 13, 2011 Dream-Posting = Posting on the WTM boards While Asleep and Dreaming (I did this! I dreamed I discovered a revolutionary new way to wash dishes and posted it here. I was really happy when I saw there were 20 replies, other moms saying how much they liked my idea and that they were going to institute the same in their own homes. Then there was a poster who hated my idea. She said it was cr*p and that there was enough cr*p on the boards without me adding any more. Also she said I spelled the word "elementary" wrong. I couldn't remember where I had used that word in my original post and my sleeping brain went back and forth "elementAry? elementEry? elementAry? elementEry?" til I woke up.) :001_smile: :lol::lol: This definitely earns a special badge. :lol::lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.... Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The I've typed out a response to a thread and then thought better of sending it badge. This is a hard one for some of us to earn. Some of us (like me) have had to learn the hard way that not everyone wants to hear every thought that comes into my head. What?! :tongue_smilie: I didn't get that memo. People "don't" want to hear every thought in my head? :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Nyssa Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Where are we going to sew the badges? On our skorts?:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer3141 Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Where are we going to sew the badges? On our skorts?:001_smile: I want mine on my denim jumper!!! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted September 13, 2011 Author Share Posted September 13, 2011 Where are we going to sew the badges? On our skorts?:001_smile: The MacLeod of Lewis Ancient tartan is a nice gold and black. We could do sashes or skorts or kilts. :D Perhaps a nice sturdy tote bag to carry items at convention or the library. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2_girls_mommy Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 If I counted right, I have already earned 17 badges! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KerriBerri Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The very first badge should be The Newbie Badge! You earn it after your, "I just wanted to introduce myself" post.:lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The I've typed out a response to a thread and then thought better of sending it badge. This is a hard one for some of us to earn. Some of us (like me) have had to learn the hard way that not everyone wants to hear every thought that comes into my head. This is why I cannot mention my idea for a new badge. I've thought better of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tammyla Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 "I wouldn't eat that!" "What happened, I missed the entire thing...again." "Wanting to be referred to as an old-timer." "I have a pirate name." ":cheers2:I don't drink and post anymore.:cheers2:" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieM Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The Bean Dip Badge The Unsocialized Kids Badge (whose kids are in umpteen outside activities) The Rainbow Resource Center Badge Level 1: The "I Attended a Homeschooling Convention" Badge Level 2: The "I Spoke at a Homeschooling Convention" Badge Level 3: The "I Attended the Homeschooling Convention, and I Stayed in Budget" Badge Level 1: All the Librarians Know My Name Badge Level 2: The Library Books I Badge for having more than 50 items checked out of the library at once. Level 3: The Library Books II Badge (aka The "Fines" badge) for getting all 50 items back to the library without incurring fines. These are all funny, but alas, I shall never earn that last one.... :D And one more: The "I dumped google for the Hive" badge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieM Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Oh yeah, one more: The "I can match up all the old posters with their latest board name" badge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted September 13, 2011 Author Share Posted September 13, 2011 This is why I cannot mention my idea for a new badge. I've thought better of it. Then you could earn the "I'm PM'd another poster because I didn't want to comment publicly" badge. ;) Oh yeah, one more: The "I can match up all the old posters with their latest board name" badge. :lol::lol: That is a feat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 :lol::lol::lol: this is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Smith Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 These badges could only be given to a very select few. I started the ______ thread. I started the "Pass the Bean Dip" thread. I started the "teA" thread. I started the "booKs" thread. ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 The very first badge should be The Newbie Badge! You earn it after your, "I just wanted to introduce myself" post.:lol: you earn it after you've been flamed for asking about: returning shopping carts to the correct areas crockpots removing shoes before entering a house, or asking guests to bikinis there are several others. The badge only goes to those asking in the most innocent of ways.;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 No, it should be the "I kill kitten's" badge.:D :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socalmom Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 How about - I'm a WTM lurker badge Hive MD - If you or a family member has had a medical condition diagnosed by the hive. I've had something cool in my shopping cart and I didn't buy it (I'm working on this one) I own more than 4 math programs (and I'm only homeschooling 1 child) Margie :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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