Originally posted by ShimmeringStar
And to build on what Token said...
I think we have established in past S/J Threads that RCC has been involved in some things that gave us shipper moments. And we appreciate it, don't get us wrong.
(Though even as we've lately been saying here... many a time it seems to be the actors giving us the ship w/the turn of a phrase, a touch, a look, a raised eyebrow or two... not so much the writers...)
IMHO, only MHO which I've never given on this particular subject, I quite honestly don't think that TPTB or anyone involved in the show give a rat's behind about what we think or what we post, even if we threaten to not buy DVD's or merchandise. They know the various on-line fandoms exist and that we pretty much come in all shapes and sizes w/viewpoints to match, but does it matter to them? Perhaps for keeping an eyeball out for marketing purposes and keeping a pulse on the mood of the kind of viewers who have the ability, time, & knowledge to actually get on-line & have the gumption to post on Forums. IMHO we're a much better tool than the Nielsen ratings for them in that respect. By posting our differing opinions we give them (or whoever reads the various forums for them) feedback in words (not numerical stats) about the sfx, the writing, the various ships, the acting, you name it. And we're not all going to say the same thing 'cause we cover all ends of the spectrum & every point in between on just about any subject SG-related or not. As for them being offended, well... it comes with the territory, doesn't it? They're going to hear pro, anti, & everything in-between about everything down to the color of underclothes they put on the aliens, so when you've got a bigger issue like ship... equally strong opinions will be heard, just more of them and it comes with the territory.
Speaking for myself, I would like to see you to keep posting here. It'd be too dang boring if we all sat here & agreed on every point & said the same darn thing. Maybe just keep in mind more mmmm..... acceptance? diplomacy? careful wording? if you're going to make a statement that blankets us all together in a way such as that... please don't take that sentence the wrong way... it's not my intention to tell you how you should post at all... (But I do know that's why I personally use IMHO & IMO liberally (& emoticons) since I don't want to accuse certain people or groups of doing certain things....and that's not to say I agree with everything said on this Thread (or other Threads) or how it is said. I just accept that some people are newer to certain ideas, to forums, to typing out/posting opposing viewpoints in a way so that they won't be misunderstood, etc. and it may take them a while to reach a point where they can discuss certain things without being misinterpreted.)
But then a rant is but a rant.
And this protected Thread is a wonderful place to have it and still be accepted (& possibly supported) by some part of fandom. There are Threads for the appreciation of SG, the writers, etc., and we're all welcome to post there, but to vent... well, there's Shadow Sulky Thread, but methinks a pro-ship rant mightn't be welcome there...
Just MHO on the subject...
I think we have established in past S/J Threads that RCC has been involved in some things that gave us shipper moments. And we appreciate it, don't get us wrong.
(Though even as we've lately been saying here... many a time it seems to be the actors giving us the ship w/the turn of a phrase, a touch, a look, a raised eyebrow or two... not so much the writers...)IMHO, only MHO which I've never given on this particular subject, I quite honestly don't think that TPTB or anyone involved in the show give a rat's behind about what we think or what we post, even if we threaten to not buy DVD's or merchandise. They know the various on-line fandoms exist and that we pretty much come in all shapes and sizes w/viewpoints to match, but does it matter to them? Perhaps for keeping an eyeball out for marketing purposes and keeping a pulse on the mood of the kind of viewers who have the ability, time, & knowledge to actually get on-line & have the gumption to post on Forums. IMHO we're a much better tool than the Nielsen ratings for them in that respect. By posting our differing opinions we give them (or whoever reads the various forums for them) feedback in words (not numerical stats) about the sfx, the writing, the various ships, the acting, you name it. And we're not all going to say the same thing 'cause we cover all ends of the spectrum & every point in between on just about any subject SG-related or not. As for them being offended, well... it comes with the territory, doesn't it? They're going to hear pro, anti, & everything in-between about everything down to the color of underclothes they put on the aliens, so when you've got a bigger issue like ship... equally strong opinions will be heard, just more of them and it comes with the territory.
Speaking for myself, I would like to see you to keep posting here. It'd be too dang boring if we all sat here & agreed on every point & said the same darn thing. Maybe just keep in mind more mmmm..... acceptance? diplomacy? careful wording? if you're going to make a statement that blankets us all together in a way such as that... please don't take that sentence the wrong way... it's not my intention to tell you how you should post at all... (But I do know that's why I personally use IMHO & IMO liberally (& emoticons) since I don't want to accuse certain people or groups of doing certain things....and that's not to say I agree with everything said on this Thread (or other Threads) or how it is said. I just accept that some people are newer to certain ideas, to forums, to typing out/posting opposing viewpoints in a way so that they won't be misunderstood, etc. and it may take them a while to reach a point where they can discuss certain things without being misinterpreted.)
But then a rant is but a rant.
And this protected Thread is a wonderful place to have it and still be accepted (& possibly supported) by some part of fandom. There are Threads for the appreciation of SG, the writers, etc., and we're all welcome to post there, but to vent... well, there's Shadow Sulky Thread, but methinks a pro-ship rant mightn't be welcome there...
Just MHO on the subject...
I too would not want to see Muldy1 stop posting ...I like to think that the Shipper Thread is open about all levels of Sam & Jack Ship Fandom within the realm of Liking Sam & Jack Ship
and each person has the right to speak their mind without fear of retribution. I know we go out of way to be very supportive of that. (please correct me if I am wrong)So well said to both Shimmeringstar and TOKEN...and thank you for voicing your concern Muldy1.
but I am SO HAPPY!!!!! we did it on the first try !!!! WOO HOO
, no ship = 
, AU Martouf = 
in the first place. Or 5th season, or... I could go on. We've been mewling kittens for long enough.
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