meggie Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I imagine you're a bit stressed right now, but thank you for your hard work. Things I like about the new board: The "Like" button (note: it does NOT connect to FB. They just listened when a million of us used to say, "Where's the 'Like' button for this post?") The notifications when people "Like" your post or when they quote you. The scores. I haven't investigated all the new features yet, but I do like these ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangermom Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 There was a lot of screaming in 08, too. I'm sure it will all be just fine when we all get settled in. :001_cool: I think it's looking pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juniper Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I wrote this on another thread, but wanted to place it here. Love it! Thank you, OtherJohn, Susan, and the various other minions for your hard work!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJ. Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Yes, thanks! Things I like: The color and layout of the new site. The "Like" button The ninja smiley :ph34r: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 There was a lot of screaming in 08, too. I'm sure it will all be just fine when we all get settled in. :001_cool: I think it's looking pretty good. Agreed. Looks like this board has lots of new features. Once the kinks get worked out, I'm sure it will be great. :) I like the ability to like a post, and I like the status things so I can let you all know I'm not ignoring you, I'm off to make dinner. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I haven't been on much since the change but that's mostlly due to the newness and the slow speed for me right now. This is a HUGE resource for me and I don't think we should be unnecessarily ciritical of the admins and IT people/person. John are you alone in this? IT's a lot of work. I'm pretty computer stupid. BTW: Didn't it used to underline words if they were misspelled? I have a problem spelling certain words :p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangermom Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 There's a ninja smiley!! That alone is a big plus. :ph34r: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meggie Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 Yes, thanks! Things I like: The color and layout of the new site. The "Like" button The ninja smiley :ph34r: A ninja smiley!?!?!?! Well that alone is worth it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lang Syne Boardie Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I am also very pleased. I've survived half a dozen forum upgrades during my internet career, and here's what I like about this one: -The upgrades are awesome, or will be once we get used to them. -The powers-that-be are engaged and listening instead of ignoring confused or unhappy people. -Glitch fixes are happening at a very fast rate. -I think I understand the FB thing. What I found was that for me, nothing changes. I was already attentive to my internet security. -I am excited about the possibilities of using social media to promote classical homeschooling and to support SWB/PHP. From where I sit, it's been almost a best case scenario for a forum upgrade, and it's because of OtherJohn, SWB, and team. It's been a long weekend, but it's a BIG board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meggie Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 Yes, thanks! Things I like: The color and layout of the new site. The "Like" button The ninja smiley :ph34r: A ninja smiley!?!?!?! Well that alone is worth it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PollyOR Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Yes, thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C_l_e_0..Q_c Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I'm happy too (well except for some performance issues, but that will come) :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Element Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I agree! I like the new boards and appreciate all the hard work put into creating and tweaking them. Great job, guys! :ph34r: I hadn't even noticed Ninja Smiley! Thanks for pointing that out! We have a boxing smiley too: :boxing_smiley: . Is this guy new? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsBasil Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Thank you! The new forum looks very nice. I haven't had a chance to explore the features yet(darn kids!), but I'm excited to and grateful for your hard work. And the ninja smiley. The homeschooling ninja smiley that is. :ph34r: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in IN Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 From where I sit, it's been almost a best case scenario for a forum upgrade, and it's because of OtherJohn, SWB, and team. It's been a long weekend, but it's a BIG board. :iagree: Thanks for all of you hard work! There are some great new features, and I'm excited to figure everything out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happypamama Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I really like the "like" button. So far I am liking the new forum but haven't used it much. It's working faster than it did this morning, though. Thanks to those who have been working so hard and being so patient with us who are anxious to use the board again. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarlaS Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Yes, thanks! Things I like: The color and layout of the new site. The "Like" button The ninja smiley :ph34r: :iagree: My favorite smiley ever---> :ph34r:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnsinkableKristen Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 :iagree: Thank you so much! This was a lot of hard work and expense and I appreciate it very much :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amira Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Joining in to say thanks too. I really appreciate all the time and money that goes into these boards. I don't think I'd be able to homeschool without them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blueridge Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Funny...I was just on my way to start a 'thank you' thread. :) I think the new look is pretty, and after I get the time to really look around I'm sure I will be much happier with the new layout and fancy features. Thanks, OtherJohn, for all your fortitude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassy Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Yes, Thank You! Hope you're enjoying a well deserved rest. I'm so sorry it all ended up so tricky. It was well worth all your effort though, I love it :001_smile: . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Yes, thank you. We appreciate the hard work that has surrounded this upgrade and the wonderful communication that happened while down, and the communication happening now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twoxcell Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 I'm just happy that now I can actually post/comment from my NOOK color. I used to be only able to read with it. :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_melody_ Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Thank you very much! :thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aunty Social Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thanks, OtherJohn, for all your fortitude. Amen, and :iagree: The boards are awesome, and a job well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giraffe Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Yes, thank you. I have been one of the whiners, a little, but wanted to say that as I settle in the new format is growing on me. This was an ENORMOUS amount of work, I know, and I appreciate everything y'all have done for us. Thank you, OtherJohn and Susan and everyone else!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin M Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Yes, chiming in to say thank you as well. So much work went into this and it is greatly greatly appreciates. Will have fun playing with all the newish emoticons. :coolgleamA: :cheers2: Cheers to a job well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I have barely started exploring yet, but I wanted to use the ninja smiley and this seemed like the place to do it. :ph34r: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melbotoast Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you! The mobile version is MUCH easier to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Yes, thank you! I started this morning out freaking out a little over the Facebook issues, but it was a good reminder to double check all privacy settings. I think that I overall like the new look and feel and look forward to everything getting back to normal. SWB - you truly have made a huge difference in many lives. I probably would not have made it this far had it not been for you, your mom, and the WTM. :thumbup1: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melmichigan Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you! The mobile version is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Yes, THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!!!! All will be 100% soon. Thanks to you, SWB and the entire team!!! I hayr that I can't see the smilie options on an Ipad but they are there on my laptop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.Dup. Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Ditto, we appreciate you!! And thank you too SWB! You rock!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 OtherJohn, how nice to SEE you!!!!! I like that I can see avatars now without a magnifying glass. I do not like my avatar now though. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I think change is good! (though I do wish I could see the smilie choices on my iPad---I guess I'll have to make a cheat sheet lol) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Inna* Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you! :hurray: I really like the new features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 thank you I am glad there is a place like this forum to communicate with understanding humans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funschooler5 Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you! I've only used the mobile version so far, but it's great! I'm looking forward to trying the full site once my computer is up and running again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurel Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you! The mobile version is MUCH easier to use. Yes, I am so happy with how much easier it is to read on my phone. And the more I use the mobile version, the more it grows on me. I especially like how easy it is to get to new posts on a thread with the mobile version. That was always a pain with the previous board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Geek Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you Other John and SWB. I have been through enough software changes to know that it is a nightmare and takes some time to work out the kinks. Nothing ever works the way it is advertised to and yet you work with what you have and try to make improvements. I hope the new format will make your jobs easier in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Researcher Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Yes, thank you! There is so much work that goes into a platform change. There are always kinks to be worked out, but we will get there in time. Several of the new features are very nice and I can't wait to see everything available when you're done with the change over. It takes time to get used to something new, but my hope is that everyone will come to enjoy the "new" board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chepyl Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you!! I love the mobile version! I don't have to zoom in any more, and it is so much faster!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Thank you. The speed is faster today and I'm no longer mad at you. ;) I also changed my computer to a mode that is easier for the eyes. But I am very impressed with how hard and long you all worked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 I haven't tried all the features, but the design is clean and professional -- a pleasure to look at. Oh, but you are going to make me get an avatar -- that little silhouette needs some upgrading, lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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