# Come meet the SDMB President!!! **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [April 12, 2001, 12:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652 "2001-04-12T00:17:04Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![porcupine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ac91a4/32.png) [@porcupine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/porcupine)\ **Post date:** [April 18, 2001, 1:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/21 "2001-04-18T13:26:32Z")
Well, none of the interested ChiDopers I’ve talked to have any idea what is going on Saturday. How about some details, kids? And **dpr** , I sent you an email, but I don’t know if you have access from ChiTown. ---
**Author:** ![Rift](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/e68b1a/32.png) [@Rift](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rift)\ **Post date:** [April 18, 2001, 2:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/22 "2001-04-18T14:06:54Z")
Good to see you’ve made it in safely and everything is: > [@](#): > > :D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D not that you’d have let us know!!! (knew I’d have to check the boards)… you loveDoped fool 😃 have fun and place nice with the other kiddies 🙂 PS. Ian’s already stealing your clothes. ---
**Author:** ![dropzone](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dropzone/32/7515_2.png) [@dropzone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dropzone)\ **Post date:** [April 18, 2001, 3:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/23 "2001-04-18T15:40:50Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by porcupine \* > **How about some details, kids?** YEAH! ---
**Author:** ![Falcon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/49beb7/32.png) [@Falcon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Falcon)\ **Post date:** [April 18, 2001, 4:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/24 "2001-04-18T16:24:58Z")
Fine. You’re thrilled with each other. You showed all of us naysayers. Will this mean you’ll finally shut the fuck up about it? ---
**Author:** ![tatertot](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/c37758/32.png) [@tatertot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tatertot)\ **Post date:** [April 18, 2001, 4:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/25 "2001-04-18T16:33:55Z")
I’m so happy for the two of you. It’s great to be able to see two people so happy together…gives us all something to look forward to. And **Falcon** , was that really necessary? ---
**Author:** ![UncleBeer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/u/977dab/32.png) [@UncleBeer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UncleBeer)\ **Post date:** [April 18, 2001, 6:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/26 "2001-04-18T18:02:48Z")
> [@](#): > > And Falcon, was that really necessary? \*\*Moderator’s Notes:\*\*No, it wasn’t. Falc, you know better. Besides, I’ve not seen anything on the SDMB, other than this single thread, about this. And if _ **I** _ haven’t seen it, it’s hard to believe there’s an annoyingly large number of posts about it. If it’s somewhere else you keep hearing about this, then I suggest you take that into consideration. Finally, here’s a note for general consumption by **all** posters to the SDMB. Prefacing remarks with “Sorry mods,” or some facsimilie, does not make snide comments more palatable, or acceptable. In fact, it _may_ have a reverse effect of what you intended since it conclusively shows that you are aware what you are about to post may be unacceptable. If you find yourself wanting to introduce a post in this manner, it’d probably be best if you reconsider what you are about to say. ---
**Author:** ![Demo](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/demo/32/8472_2.png) [@Demo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Demo)\ **Post date:** [April 18, 2001, 10:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/27 "2001-04-18T22:14:22Z")
Cross-country Doper-Matcher checking in. Oh boy, I know how you guys feel. I’m so stoked for you. So when do we get to see the Nym/dpr-cam? 😉 Have a ball, you two. Ahem. I mean have fun… 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Max\_Torque](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Max\_Torque](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Max_Torque)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 12:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/28 "2001-04-19T00:42:24Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by UncleBeer \* > **Besides, I’ve not seen anything on the SDMB, other than this single thread, about this. And if _I_ haven’t seen it, it’s hard to believe there’s an annoyingly large number of posts about it.** I can’t believe you overlooked the two-page thread, “[MISSING: One Heart (or How Wondrous It Is…)](http://boards.straightdope.com/sdmb/showthread.php?threadid=65724)”, UB. In all honesty, I found all the waxing poetic and giggling about “finding that special someone” to be a bit much, as well. I mean, it’s great that y’all are happy, but is all the crowing really necessary? ---
**Author:** ![dropzone](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dropzone/32/7515_2.png) [@dropzone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dropzone)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 12:56am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/29 "2001-04-19T00:56:07Z")
I give young love a little leeway. Give 'em a year and they’ll sound like the rest of us. 😉 ---
**Author:** ![porcupine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ac91a4/32.png) [@porcupine](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/porcupine)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 1:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/30 "2001-04-19T01:13:23Z")
**dpr** and **Nym** , I’m sorry this thread has turned the way it has. Can we get this thread back on track? What’s going on Saturday? 😉 Second, it all of this “necessary.” No, nothing in MPSIMS is _necessary_. But when you’re on cloud 9, it tends to spill over. Hell, I need insulin to read this thread ;), but they’re happy, so I shoot the insulin up and look for Saturday details. 🙂 I personally don’t understand the need for public declarations, but that’s _me_. Frankly, I think personal grievances should be brought up _personally_ - email, ICQ, PM, the phone, or even :gasp: in person. But that’s _me_. ---
**Author:** ![Kaz](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/ecd19e/32.png) [@Kaz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kaz)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 1:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/31 "2001-04-19T01:20:09Z")
OK, pardon the newbie here, but this looks toally stupid. **Falcon** and **Max Torque** I’m not calling you out here to the Pit or anything, but come on. If this thread and that thread offended you tht much, then don’t read them. If they were affirming their love for each other constantlyain every thread they post, that would bea differnt story. But one or two threads…come on. I know both of your styles semi-well, I am familier with you both, and you’re respected posters here, but seriously get over it. They’re in love, that’s a _happy_ thing. They should be able to have that without criticisms. A little addendium(sp?). Looking back, what **Max** said was polite, but I think that, \*\*Falcon[/b}, you’re coment was out of hand. ---
**Author:** ![Kaz](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/ecd19e/32.png) [@Kaz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kaz)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 1:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/32 "2001-04-19T01:25:06Z")
[sheepish grin] So THAT’s what preview is for… hehe…whoops [/sheepish grin] ---
**Author:** ![Nymysys](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/n/f6c823/32.png) [@Nymysys](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nymysys)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 4:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/33 "2001-04-19T04:07:23Z")
Well, then. Funny how someone always has to rain on a parade, isn’t it? Details: Saturday night it is. I’m thinking about 800p-ish upstairs at Babaluci. Addy is 2152 N. Damen and we’ll be upstairs where there’s jazz and whatnot. It closes at midnight, and all those still awake are invited to come to my place after. There’s booze and food there, entrees run around $15 or so and the food is pretty kick-ass Italian. We could have gone somewhere else, but tigg can drink there and it’ll be quiet enough to have a conversation. I think that’s it. Any questions may be directed to my email. Anyone else that would like to rain on our parade may shut up. No timtams for you. dpr is looking forward to meeting people. Gods know I haven’t let him out of the house much as of yet. We’re still happy. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Crunchy\_Frog](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/ebca7d/32.png) [@Crunchy\_Frog](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Crunchy_Frog)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 4:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/34 "2001-04-19T04:13:27Z")
I just think it’s so nice that you update everyone on what’s going on with the DopeFest and whatnot while **dpr** takes some time to um… recuperate. Always thinking of others, that’s my **Nymmy**. I can’t make it, of course, but I’ll give you a call in a few days. And don’t forget to give **dpr** a rest every now and then. Only so much water in the well, dear… ---
**Author:** ![JoeyHemlock](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/7ba0ec/32.png) [@JoeyHemlock](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JoeyHemlock)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 4:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/35 "2001-04-19T04:57:39Z")
**Nymmy** – If you’re happy, then I’m happy. Problem is that if **dpr** is happy, then I’m surly. So I guess I’m happy-surly for you. See you on Saturday! ---
**Author:** ![ExTank](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/e/35a633/32.png) [@ExTank](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ExTank)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 4:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/36 "2001-04-19T04:58:33Z")
Ya know, I think it’s wonderfull when a person finds that special someone, that soul mate, whatever, and they get together. It warms my heart to read about it. But WTF is up with this “President of the Straight Dope” stuff? AFAIK, there is only one acknowledged leader, one omniscient God of The Straight Dope[sub]R[/sub]. And nobody _voted_ for him. SHEESH! :rolleyes: He is The Creator; He calls knowledge into being; He is The Bringer Of Enlightenment; He banishes ignorance with a few words and a quick comment. Say his prayer with me: Cecil is my teacher; I shall not want for knowledge; he maketh me to study the issues: he leadeth me beside the still books; He restoreth my mind: he leadeth me in the path of knowledge for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of ignorance, I will fear no moron: for thou art with me; thy knowledge and thy wit they comfort me. Thou preparest a message board before me in the presence of rampant idiocy; thou annointest my head with data, my posts runneth over. Surely knowledge and wisdom shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the general vicinity of The Straight Dope[sub]R[/sub] forever. ---
**Author:** ![Rift](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/e68b1a/32.png) [@Rift](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rift)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 10:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/37 "2001-04-19T10:24:09Z")
_ **pats Falcon on the head** _ don’t worry Falcon… one day you’ll get a girlfriend too… ---
**Author:** ![iampunha](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/74df32/32.png) [@iampunha](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/iampunha)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 2:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/38 "2001-04-19T14:01:54Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Rift \* > _ **pats Falcon on the head** _ don’t worry Falcon… one day you’ll get a girlfriend too… Ooh, me first! 1. Falc’s a woman. Interested in men, no less. 2. She’s had boyfriends before now. She’ll have boyfriends (and most likely further) ITF. 3. Who are you? ---
**Author:** ![magdalene](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/df788c/32.png) [@magdalene](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/magdalene)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 2:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/39 "2001-04-19T14:21:56Z")
Whoa, Falcon. Petty, mean, and jealous much? Hey Nym, I suspect I spent my Easter weekend much the same way you did ;), but the boy is back in NYC and I am ready to emerge into the light. See you on Saturday! ---
**Author:** ![dropzone](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dropzone/32/7515_2.png) [@dropzone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dropzone)\ **Post date:** [April 19, 2001, 2:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652/40 "2001-04-19T14:22:46Z")
1. **Tank** , that was a lovely psalm and should be required reading here. 2. Everybody, let’s follow **Porcupine** ’s advice and stay on track here. We’ve all said things we regretted saying (out loud) later. We’ve all hit the [Submit] button a microsecond too soon. We’ve all wished we could take back posts or emails or snail mails or whatever. That was yesterday. Let’s slap on our MPSIMS smiles, the same smiles that allow us to get along IRL, and think about the important things: friends and really good Italian food. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652.md?page=1) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/come-meet-the-sdmb-president/61652.md?page=3)