User talk:Chetblong/Archives/2008/April

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Adoption

It says you wanted to adopt a user so i'm seeing if you would like to adopt me. please reply back, thank you :)Hey Joe what you know? (talk) 02:02, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

cruising

I have seen in person and also have read about in books and the sites that Aquatic Park in Berkeley and the Emeryville Crescent are major cruising areas for gay men. How can I include this without it being vandalism?

Contributed by a troll (since banned), using a fake signature. Ignore. -- Hoary (talk) 14:02, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

fetus in fetu

Hi chetblong. Unfortunately someone else at this shared IP is vandalising, but the changes to Fetus in fetu were not vandalism. 144.98.76.45 (talk) 13:00, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

Thanks for your intervention on my talk page

I appreciate it. --Old Moonraker (talk) 13:02, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

No prob. :D --Chetblong^Talk/_Sign 13:03, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

AIV

Further to my recent AIV activity could I have some comments from you about the "incorrectly or insufficiently warned" user that I reported. As the user had multiple (as in over 4)warnings in the space of three days I'm wondering what the proper amount is. Is it just a case of people using the wrong templates that made it not qualify for reporting to AIV? What specifically did I do wrong so that I don't repeat the error again? Jasynnash2 (talk) 15:12, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

Did he have a final warning? RC-0722 ^247.5/1 15:14, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

• That is why I'm asking the question. He had no "final" warning but, at least 2 "only" warnings and 3 others. That is why it is a question of whether people were using the wrong templates and that "uw-vandalism4" MUST be used before taking to AIV? If so that is fine and I'll make sure to do that in future. Is there a template I'm not aware of that states "final" warning? I'm just trying to be useful on here and thought I was doing the right thing. If it is about using the "correct" template than I need to know that so I can adjust the way I've been fighting this battle (against vandals that is).Jasynnash2 (talk) 15:28, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

Sorry I didn't get a chance to reply. User:Steve Crossin summed it up I think though. Cheers, Chetblong^Talk/_Sign 05:34, 5 April 2008 (UTC)

User 71.113.133.115

Hello Chetblong. I know you're busy, but did you mean to remove the items below without responding? I've reviewed other edits by this user (after making a rollback mistake myself) and found them to be constructive edits. -- Tcncv (talk) 04:40, 5 April 2008 (UTC)

Federer Nickname

Ummm ... Fed Sheds No Tears is a well known nickname for him.

71.113.133.115 (talk) 14:04, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

Mike K

Sorry .. don't understand why an honest, non bashing question would be vandalism.

71.113.133.115 (talk) 14:05, 4 April 2008 (UTC)

Retiring?

Is it true that you are retiring? - DiligentTerrier (and friends) 20:04, 5 April 2008 (UTC)

Actually I had retired, but now I'm back. You can find out more here at my blog. --Chetblong^Talk/_Sign 00:39, 6 April 2008 (UTC)

One year

Happy one year anniversary on Wikipedia, Chet. =) нмŵוτнτ 23:23, 6 April 2008 (UTC)

Thank you! I'm am very happy to have been part of Wikipedia for so long, and I will continue to be a part of this project. --Chetblong^Talk/_Sign 23:32, 6 April 2008 (UTC)

RfA Thanks

A message from WarthogDemon.

I would like to thank you for your participation in my recent RfA, was unsuccessful with 61 support, 25 oppose, and 4 neutral. I've been taking the advice of the Opposes into practice and hopefully I can improve myself. Once again, thank you. ^_^

WikiProject Homeschooling Early April 2008 Newsletter

	The Homeschooling WikiProject News
Issue Three • Early April 2008 • About the Newsletter
News Recent Project News Collaboration of the Month nominations are currently open for WikiProject Homeschooling's Collaboration of the month. So far there have been two nominations. You can nominate and vote at April's Collaboration page (link). The March 2008 Collaboration of the Month was a real success! You can view the before and afters at the project page. The following users contributed: Zginder, Wrad, E104421, Diligent Terrier. Stop by their talk page and give them a smile. Peer Review: The homeschooling article is currently under peer review. Constructive criticism is welcome at the peer review page (link). Project member count reaches 23 members! Keep inviting all your WikiFriends using our invitation templates. A Homeschooling Portal may be created by User:WBOSITG. However, this user will soon be on a WikiBreak, so don't expect it anytime soon. Remember: The project is accessible from the shortcuts, WP:HOME and WP:WPHS. Note: User:Twenty Years has changed his name to "Five Years" A Wikipedia Ad for the project has been created. You can view it at the project page.
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Wikiproject Boston Celtics Newsleter; April 2008

Newsletter April 2008 By Milk's Favorite Cookie

WikiProject Celtics Newsletter Volume III, No. 3 - April 2008 In this issue Project News - Recent news from the Wikiproject including FA and GA articles Team News - Games won and lost by the Boston Celtics and current records. Collaboration - As April began, Paul Pierce is now the collaboration. Featured Picture - A selected image for the newsletter. Project News There are currently no unassessed articles in the Wikiproject. This was done because of a great help and effort by Basketball110, and Stormtracker94. The main project page received a redesign that was blatantly was stolen from the Green Bay Packers Wikiproject. It is encouraged that all members keep both the main project page and the main project talk page on their watchlist to see any new information that may be posted there. The project currently has a total of twenty-two (22) members. It is suggested that you invite anyone who may be interesting in contributing in this project. When inviting someone please use {{WP CELTICS INVITE}}. If they do accept the invite, please welcome them with {{WPCELTICSwelcome}}. Our main goal for the project to bring Boston Celtics up to featured article status still stands. The article was chosen as March's collaboration and a good amount of effort was done improving the article by 8-Hype, Stormtracker94, and RC-0722. Your help is appreciated. The project currently has one featured article: Bill Russell, and four (4) good articles: Bob Cousy, Bruce Bowen, Dennis Johnson, and Red Auerbach. Boston Celtics articles Importance Top High Mid Low None Total Quality FA 1 1 B 2 5 1 1 9 Start 1 16 59 26 1 103 Stub 19 97 123 239 Assessed 4 40 157 150 1 352 Unassessed 1 3 4 Total 4 41 157 150 4 356 Project Collaboration The project collaboration for the Wikiproject for March was Boston Celtics. April’s collaboration is Paul Pierce. The article could use some cleanup and significant improvements. The article was nominated by Basketabll110 and the nomination is avaliable here. It is recommended that you put Paul Pierce on your watchlist to track all changes that occur in the article. You will be notified with May's nominations are taking place. Featured Picture Kevin Garnett Team News The Boston Celtics still hold the best record in all of the National Basketball Association (NBA) with a record of 61-15, including an outstanding 33-6 record at home. Atlantic Division W L PCT Home Road Div GB GP Boston Celtics1 66 16 .805 35–6 31–10 14–2 -- 82 Toronto Raptors6 41 41 .500 25–16 16–25 10–6 25.0 82 Philadelphia 76ers7 40 42 .488 22–19 18–23 7–9 26.0 82 New Jersey Nets 34 48 .415 21–20 13–28 4–12 32.0 82 New York Knicks 23 59 .280 15–26 8–33 5–11 43.0 82 Games in March Date Opponent Score Recap March 2 Atlanta Hawks 98–88 Recap March 5 Detroit Pistons 90–78 Recap March 7 Chicago Bulls 116–93 Recap March 8 @ Memphis Grizzlies 119–89 Recap March 10 @ Philadelphia 76ers 100–86 Recap March 12 Seattle Supersonics 111–82 Recap March 14 Utah Jazz 92–110 (Loss) Recap March 15 @ Milwaukee Bucks 99–77 Recap March 17 @ San Antonio Spurs 93–91 Recap March 18 @ Houston Rockets 94–74 Recap March 18 @ Dallas Mavericks 94–90 Recap March 22 @ New Orleans Hornets 106–113 (Loss) Recap March 24 Philadelphia 76ers 90–95 (Loss) Recap March 26 Phoenix Suns 117–97 Recap March 28 New Orleans Hornets 112–92 Recap March 30 Miami Heat 88–62 Recap Other Team News Doc Rivers Named Eastern Conference Coach of the Month

RFA Thanks

Thank you for your comments on my RFA. Even though it failed with 28 supports, 42 opposes, and 15 neutrals, I am grateful for the suggestions and advice I have received and I do hope to improve as a Wikipedian. If you ever need my help in any endeavor, feel free to drop me a line. --Sharkface217 20:03, 13 April 2008 (UTC)

Report questions

1. Can you describe what the 'cabal' is? What is its history? How did it come about?
2. I'm a newbie wanting to help out at the cabal, what do I do? How can I get involved?
3. There is obviously a striking difference between the BRC and other cabals, but what else makes it different?
4. How did you feel about posting an image of yourself? Did you ever feel inclined to post an image of someone that wasn't you?
5. Why did you join the group?
6. Apart from maybe LaraLove and Riana, are there any other leading members?
7. I felt that the Bathrobe Cabal is a little informal, would you list that amongst the best elements of the group?
8. What's your overall opinion on the group? Has it helped you in any way, for example?

Rudget (review) 16:23, 14 April 2008 (UTC)

Doing research for anything in particular, Rudget? Lara❤Love 16:29, 14 April 2008 (UTC)

Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2008-04-14/Cabal report :P Rudget (review) 16:30, 14 April 2008 (UTC)

1. Well, you didn't ask me, but I'll chime in to be sure you get accurate information. I'm not the founding member. It was sort of a funny idea that was put into images and added to WP:LOC by the_undertow from a comment by Riana in Dfrg's RFA. I was recruited into it and created a page. It's expanded from there. It basically mocks the idea of cabals. We're just editors in bathrobes.
2. If you're a n0ob to the BRC, you don't have to do anything. We don't have any real goals. We have members that I've never spoken to. If you want to help out, a cabal image would be good. We're always looking for cool things to put on the page.
3. Uhm... I haven't looked at many other cabals. We're just about having fun and being a support system for those who care to participate past the image on the page.
4. That would be no fun.
5. I joined because the_undertow is hilarious, as is Dfrg. There was no reason not to.
6. There's not really a hierarchy. We don't do anything.
7. Pure awesomeness. There's an extended answer for this one on the RFC/Cabals page.
8. Everlasting friendships and an amazing support system.

Various members will have various answers, but if you want details on the history, it's probably best to ask those who created it. :) Lara❤Love 20:30, 14 April 2008 (UTC)

I'm working on the answers, I'll paste them here in a bit. --Chetblong^Talk/_Sign 21:11, 14 April 2008 (UTC)

My answers

1. Mostly LaraLove, The undertow, Jayron32, Dfrg.msc and Riana know about this part, I've heard the whole story but they would know it better than me since I joined later on.
2. Well there isn't really anything that you need to "help out" with, we don't really have to do the same thing or work on the same project, we're mostly a humor cabal.
3. Well for one thing all the members are in good standing with the community, which some of the members of the recent cabals that got deleted weren't. But there is also a sense of community for people who actively participate in the cabal, like on the IRC channel. I mean we might not all agree on some issues, and we don't have to, but we all get along together, and it helps ease a lot of the tension that one might find on Wikipedia. I for one have had wonderful experiences with the BRC and it has helped me with some issues, that I won't mention here, which have been on my chest for quite some time. So I can see it affecting different people different ways, but positively.
4. I felt no worries whatsoever, I've had an image of myself on Wikipedia for awhile now so taking one of me in a bathrobe was no big deal. And posting an image that isn't me seems to be a bit dishonest don't you think?
5. I remember seeing the BRC page and the talk page back before I was an admin, I saw quite a few users that I liked, I liked their humor as well, and said to myself "there is another reason for me to become an admin" (this was back when it was "admins only") "and when I become an admin I'm going to join".
6. No answer for that, there isn't any "leaders" really.
7. It's a "Bathrobe" cabal what else would you expect :). Yes I think it is a good point for the cabal.
8. As I listed in answer 3, it has helped me deal with real life issues and Wikipedia issues. It makes it a lot easier to edit when you get to have some "hang out" time, just kick back and relax step away from some of the drama of editing an encyclopedia. To me when you know you have friends on Wikipedia, it gives you a sense of "belonging" it lets you feel at home on Wikipedia a sense of community I guess, which makes you want to stick around in some of the tougher times on Wikipedia.

--Chetblong^Talk/_Sign 22:37, 14 April 2008 (UTC)

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Wayne WALTER Ward

Hi Matty,

I guess that you entered me on Wickipedia , thanks for that however i am just Wayne Ward without the Walter and i played for CUFC as stated could you please amend my name on the site to read this please. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Wardyboy (talk • contribs) 09:28, 17 April 2008 (UTC)

Deletion?

Should this be deleted? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/User:The_SRS/Secret_Page --What does this button do? (talk) 04:28, 20 April 2008 (UTC)

O hai

So you've not been around much lately. I just wanted to check in and make sure you're okay. Send me a message or give me a call. Let me know you're doing alright. We're worried about you. Lara❤Love 07:49, 20 April 2008 (UTC)

May you adopt me?

This user seeks adoption by an experienced editor. (Users offering adoption)

--Sean (talk) 20:22, 19 April 2008 (UTC)

Next and Previous

Is it possible on Wikipedia to have a picture with links "Previous" and "Next" underneath which the links re-fresh just the picture to the previous or next. If it is could you please tell me the code. It would be good for my userpage! Thanks, wwesocks^sign 05:51, 12 April 2008 (UTC)

Never mind! It's been taken care of! Thanks anyway. wwesocks^sign 23:41, 21 April 2008 (UTC)

Re: Thanks

You're welcome! :) --Aleenf1 04:23, 24 April 2008 (UTC)

Just a quote, do you know any tools to warn a vandal user very quickly (without typing). Thanks for your info! --Aleenf1 04:27, 24 April 2008 (UTC)

I got it, thanks for recommend WP:HUG too where i recently dunno about this tool. --Aleenf1 04:36, 24 April 2008 (UTC)

Capitol View/Stifft's Station and DYK

I know you just recently looked at the Capitol View/Stifft's Station article, but someone at the neighborhood association got back to me with additional sources which increased the article size significantly. I also changed all of the pictures and their layout. I'd really appreciate a 2nd pair of eyes, namely yours, looking it over one last time for me. I also think it may be up to B class now, but I have no experience assessing articles just yet, and it seems wrong to assess my own (Is this kosher?).

Also, I have a qualified item for DYK but as days pass, it risks becomming stale. I thought you might be able to add it to Template:Did_you_know/Next_update if you felt it appropriate. I took the picture for the article and can't help but feel a bit excited at the possibility of having it featured on the main page. You can find the entry at Template_talk:Did_you_know#Articles created/expanded on April 22, it's the one about the McDonalds sign with my picture right next to it.

Thanks, Broooooooce (talk) 17:24, 24 April 2008 (UTC)

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