Preventing Drops In Stars and Ratings---Rate...Rate...Rate!

@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

Thank you immensely!!! Wow...what a wonderful clear..articulate and powerful assessment of things here..I respect your view and you also have a big plus rating. Some seem to be intimidated when being asking to rise to the occasion and get over themselves. You certainly are no shrinking violet...and I love people like you. Those who can stand in the resonance of their own power...and walk their talk can make people resort to under handed tactics and that is too bad. Anyway..I do not think you are wrong...in any of what you said. Although I try to stay away from labeling things write/wrong/black/white etc. Give me the 'middle/neutral' perspective...where I can choose to agree or disagree rather than pointing fingers. Anyway..I will say that I agree with you..and thanks a heap for a passionate, eloquent dissertation. No macabre/ogre mode from how I see it...Mega + for you too! Cheers!

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ElusiveButterfly

@ElusiveButterfly (45940)

• United States

16 Sep 07

Hello Raia! I only comment on discussions that I can give a postive rating to. Those that I raise my ire are left behind. "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all", is one of my favorite sayings. I taught this to my kids as well. The rating system really needs to be revamped. I always tell those who have experienced lowered star ratings not to fret. They are always a 10 in my eyes.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

The plus aspect is something that I strive for...and absolutely agree with your 'saying something nice or nothing at all approach.' Hopefully we all have enough emotional maturity to accept differing opinions as long as we do so respectfully. It would be nice to find a way to keep the checks in balances with measure of integrity though...so valued members not only feel like a ten...but have it as well when warranted. Good input again...much appreciated!

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spoiled311

@spoiled311 (5500)

• Philippines

16 Sep 07

sometimes I rate, sometimes I don't. I don't even know what that star means, or if it means more money. I just post comments and discussions and don't sweat myself over it. i think it is stressful to fret over it. as long as Im earnings with the posts, that's okay with me. :-) God bless and have a happy Sunday! :-)

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mylot

@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

Well you are obviously doing something right to have a blue star. I am not one to fret or stress about things I have no control over. However I do like to exercise my right to choose and offer support to others who are having a problem. I continually ask myself I am part of the solution...or part of the problem. In my work my hubby and I assist others in constructive problem solving...and that was the idea behind having this topic. So if we all commit to making sure there are no 'gaps' in the ratings those with less honorable intentions will hopefully be kept out of the loop. Thanks for your input and upbeat approach....and I sincerely wish you a happy Sunday too!

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Lakota12

@Lakota12 (42600)

• United States

16 Sep 07

I am one that dont rate all the time I know I should but when I get so many that I like i just dont know where to go . and I dont think we are to rate but only oneso its hard very hard to choose some times. HUgs and blessings

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whiteheather39

@whiteheather39 (24403)

• United States

16 Sep 07

Lakota the "only one" choice is for best response. You can rate every response and comment on your own and on another person discussion.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

From my understanding we can rate anyone where there is a rating open to do so. I have rated others with a plus on anyone's site who does not appear to be doing so. I have seen what happened when they are open for 'attack' ratings when we do not. So that is why I posted the rate, rate, rate battle call. Let's keep looking after and supporting all who deserve it!

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

The ratings on the side of each discussion are easy for me...plus, plus plus unless the member is abusive. I agree with you that assigning best responses can be challenging at times. There are often so many good ones to choose from. However I do eventually make a decision out of respect for those who have made the effort to participate. The idea behind us tightening up on the unmarked ratings so those who want to cause trouble will have less opportunity to do so. Hope you and your family are having a happy, relaxing Sunday and building up your inner reserves for you big day on Wednesday. You know my thoughts and prayers are always with you my friend. Warm and loving regards and biggie hugs! Raia

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raijin

@raijin (10345)

• Philippines

16 Sep 07

I have asked the admin about this a couple of days ago, but still haven't received any reply coming directly from them. Though I don't worry much about the stars and ratings here, I am worried to those who are victims of abuse by some unexplained irregualrities here on mylot. I have a friend who is more than 300 posts, yet she still haven't had any rating (star reputations). I also PM'd mylot about it, but no reply until now. I did saw alot of member's stars change within 24 hours, the number of posts (even mine) experience downfall. But if I understand it correctly, what mylot told us is that our ratings and post count drops when a post (started/replied to) gets deleted. I believe lots of members are now aware of the ratings here, every hour/day we see people ask and start how raitngs work, and how they'd earn here on mylot. But about those deleted posts, I believe there's also another angle that we haven't noticed talking about. And that is, COMMENTING. Commenting, this adds up a point in our post count. I noticed that whenever we put a comment under other member's response, we earn a point (ex. from 100 posts, you'll then be 101). I think these are our missing post count, that we notice everytime we log in here the next day. Anyways, I'll share the news in case the admin have shed the light about this matter.

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raijin

@raijin (10345)

• Philippines

17 Sep 07

Well we all hope for the best, people should be aware of what the importance of these features are all about. But we really don't know if what other's say is true, so it is then up to us to decided or choose where and to whom we should respond at..

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

Thanks for adding more understanding to the reduction in ratings when things are deleted. I was not clear on that and it could explain marginal drops for members who had no idea why. My reason for opening this topic is for members to work together to assist Mylot in developing a way to correct abuses when a rating plummets. Surely Mylot admin could trace back and find out who did it and why and hold them accountable..then bring the other members rating back. To me the ones that do it should have a special color coded star to alert other members that they have been doing. I am a big believer in holding people accountable for the choices they make. Maybe having an 'unfavorable' colored star that we all recognize would help them to develop a more honorable way of handling themselves here. Just a thought. I agree with you the nebulous way they can operate behind the scenes and show up without Mylot finding a way to track and possibly eliminate them. From what others members have said even when they are banned they come back under another name and e-mail address. So it appears to be an on-going problem. That is why I hope that tightening up on the ratings will put a little stopgap in place. Your views are always well presented raijin...and I welcome your participation anytime.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

17 Sep 07

Yes..choices and responsibilities. Something that we all need to consider. I hope discussions like these will help Newbies and all other members to tighten the ranks and prevent less honorable members from creating havoc. When people work together for a common goal positive outcomes can and do occur. It would be nice if what we are trying to do does make things better for the all. Best regards raijin, Raia

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kelly60

@kelly60 (4547)

• United States

16 Sep 07

This is so true. I can't say that I have never rated anyone with a - or a ! but those are reserved for those who are abusing the system. I like to give most of the others a + rating unless I have a good reason to not rate them at all. I won't get involved in the arguments, but unless it is abusive I don't rate them either.

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kelly60

@kelly60 (4547)

• United States

17 Sep 07

You are right, we should always give a + rating where it is deserved. It is a great way to stop unfair drops in our ratings.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

17 Sep 07

I appreciate confirmation of that..hopefully if we all become more diligent in doing it on every site we can maintain a high standard of excellence. Hopefully within the like attracts like law of attraction eventually the ones who do not want to play fairly will decide to go elsewhere. Thanks for your views on this...and that the awareness of this problem will improve after we start 'plus-ing away.' Cheers, Raia

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

I can appreciate the importance of making abuses known. I think your approach is reasonable and fair. What I am hoping is that the problems we are discussing can be reduced with as many members as possible rating pluses. That way it narrows the open gaps so those with other agendas do not have an chance to cause trouble. Thanks for dropping by and adding your experiences to the forum.

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sunshinecup

@sunshinecup (7871)

•

16 Sep 07

*APPLAUSE* I agreed with everything you said. If all of us would just rate, we could lesson the effects of these back fighters that attack our ratings cause they don't have the sense to take us on face to face. I have had mine dropped a few times after a heated debate. Good grief children will be children I reckon, but if everyone else would rate my other posts, I wouldn't have dropped a few spots over night. It's the very reason I give all posts I reply to a plus. I feel I have to like it if I am going to reply to it. You know? Any way great discussion and thanks so much for posting it!

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

I am bowing with my hands clasped over my heart...and saying thank your your your recognition. Reading that your rating went down reveals that something needs to be done to irradiate the 'neggies' who 'neg' from their lack of emotional maturity. I would be the first to rate you a blue ten..because I know the quality of your posts and your genuine concern for others. Your point clearly affirms how we could counteract petty back stabbing. Rate, rate, rate anywhere, anytime and lets tighten up our ranks so others who are not working from the same value system as the rest of us. It may be a great discussion...but so is your response. No doubt you have already received a big plus!

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whiteheather39

@whiteheather39 (24403)

• United States

16 Sep 07

I have diligently rated all postings since the stupid stars came into effect.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

Hi to both whiteheather and rollo...great comments from both of you. I had the pleasure of a double chuckle...so your comments added a lighter touch to the mix. Thanks for that!

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AnjaP

@Rollo1 (16679)

• Boston, Massachusetts

16 Sep 07

whiteheather, you made me smile. What a nice way to give your support and your true opinion at the same time, gave me a chuckle.

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Katlady2

@Katlady2 (9904)

• United States

17 Sep 07

Hi Perspectives. I couldn't have worded it any better myself. Kudos to you and the way that you explained as to why we should keep up with the ratings of our fellow members. We do need to be each others cheerleaders here so that it can benefit everyone. But I hate to say that there are a few members that bring on their lower ratings all on their own. Deliberately provoking arguments, flaming against other members, and posting negative rude discussions all seem to play a part in those low ratings. It would be nice if people would read the guidelines, along with your discussion here before getting started. Maybe that way things might go in a more positive direction for them.

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Katlady2

@Katlady2 (9904)

• United States

20 Sep 07

You have the most wonderful outlook on life, and you are such an inspiration to me. Thank you for that. Unfortunately today, I came across some of those troublesome people in a couple of my discussions. But admin straightened it right out, and to me it feels like things are "back to rights" as my grandma would say. And thanks for the compliment on my avatar. I just love it. I had changed it at one point, but I got in so much "trouble" with friends here that I ended up putting him back. Now he's my official mascot. LOL Thanks again hon.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

19 Sep 07

Your encouraging words are of great value to me. I am still a relative Newbie here compared to numbers like yours and other 'senior' members of Mylot. So the fact that you and others thought this was a good idea means a lot to me. Maybe it is the type of work my hubby and I do. We are always interacting with people and assisting them in improving the quality of their lives by making different choices. It seem tragic that a few with more self-serving agendas can disrupt the harmony and satisfaction of Mylot. So hopefully we can look towards creating a site that works for the highest and greatest good of the all. Anytime there is duality and 'them against us' thinking there is bound to be conflict. Goodness this is not a warring between nations...we are just everyday people having everyday discussions about how we see things. I truly hope we can resolve these conflicts and move on to happy, harmonious Mylotting! There is strength in numbers...so lets rate and keep Mylot informed of the trouble makers and just get back to enjoying our experiences here. Warmest regards, Raia Oh yes...I meant to comment that I love your Avatar...we have 5 cats and yours is really cute!!

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Aussies2007

@Aussies2007 (5336)

• Australia

19 Sep 07

The other thing I was mentionning was that you do spend a lot of time writing very long comments to each answer... for which you don't get pay. You only get 1 cent for every 10 comments. While if your comments were an answer... you would get 2 or 3 cents for each one. Now I believe that I have found a loophole in myLot. And if this answer get posted... I am right. You can answer the question more than one time and get paid each time. It is probably not very practical for replying to answers at a personal level... but it is something to keep in mind for those who are here trying to earn money.

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Aussies2007

@Aussies2007 (5336)

• Australia

26 Sep 07

The true of the matter is that myLot likes to keep it all a big secret so that people won't find out how to earn money. I am only going by what someone posted 7 months ago... and from my own experiments and earnings... all I can say is that it is pretty close to the mark. If my lot pays you one cent for 10 comments... the content of those comments are irrelevant. I'll post it again (below in a new answer). Hope you read it before it gets deleted. lol

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kamran12

@kamran12 (5526)

• Pakistan

26 Sep 07

Hello Aussies2007! I think there are some misperceptions about ratings and earnings. I have shared my views in another discussion (of sunshinecup) to which this discussion also refers. You can see my response there at mark number 20. In my own experience actually, commenting with long responses does count in earning, and comment to every response counts as well. The earning you are telling about responding to comments in one’s own discussion is way too low than what actually is. Your earning depends on the length of the post and punctuations, making more number of sentences earns more than a single, long and unpunctuated sentence. There have been many days when I didn’t add a single response to a new discussion. I either only commented on the responses to my own discussions or added further comment, to the discussion that I had already responded to, under my own comment. I was still being paid for doing just that, i.e. without adding any further responses to discussions. I have also tested only replying to the comments made in my own discussion for few days and again I was regularly being paid for that. Moreover, I have made more than $50 from over a 1000 posts making my overall average earning to more than 5 cents per post. But before July, when earning per post dropped, I was making more than 6 cents per post such that my earning after 600 posts was close to $39. I have only earned some $14 with a little over 400 posts after July which is still higher than 3 cents per post on average. My lower rating after July, may had had it’s fair share in lower earning average after July because before that I had a blue. At least according to mylot FAQ, rating does count in earning! I hope this may help in understanding.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

19 Sep 07

Thanks for clarifying that...I wasn't sure how the earnings were paid for responses...and now I know...but it is just what I do. The earnings are a nice little perk...but as a writer and communicator my perspectives come out the way they do. However, I will keep that in mind...and file it away for future reference. It is good to let others know if they are here more for the income than the ideas. Thanks Aussie...hang in here and we'll chat soon I hope. If you do decide to take a final exist from Mylot I'd appreciate an e-mail just so I won't be looking for your great discussions and responses and wondering why they aren't here. Take care... Raia

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Leca

@lecanis (16647)

• Murfreesboro, Tennessee

17 Sep 07

Oh, Raia, you are indeed so much sweeter than I am. =P I must admit that I give -'s and !'s. Not willy-nilly, and not just because someone offended me or disagreed with me. But if I feel someone is being rude or abusive, or if they are obviously just reposting someone else's topic, or such things.... I will rate poorly or report. Here's why. I would consider anything else to be a lie. If I don't honestly feel like a response is worthy of a plus, I can't give it, because that would be lying in my mind. I rarely leave something unrated, and most of the time I do give +'s... but there have been situations where I simply could NOT make myself do so. There you go, everyone feel free to flame me. *laughs*

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Leca

@lecanis (16647)

• Murfreesboro, Tennessee

19 Sep 07

Thank you! =) I've answered a couple of other discussions about ratings, and I think people have taken my answers the wrong way, so I guess I expected mean comments. Honestly though I have NEVER rated anyone just because they disagreed with me, or I didn't like them. In fact, there are a couple of mylot members I disagree with on just about everything that are my friends. =P Thanks for all your kind words about me. You are so sweet. =)

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

19 Sep 07

Hi again... Thanks for coming back again...I truly enjoy our chats...on most anything. My comments to you are genuine and sense you know that. You appear to have a build in c@%#p detector swirling around your head and within your field. I know you'd quickly pick up on things that were offered to try and win brownie points.LOL That is not my style anyway. To the best of my ability I endeavor to walk my talk and keep my inner and outer worlds in balance. So my friend, offerings to you are simply what I perceive through my interactions with you. For those who disagree with your truth and the way you speak it...that is there issue to resolve...not yours. As you have found with what you shared about your family...the more investment people have in their beliefs the harder it is to change them. That appears to be what occurs here when members bump into other people's prejudices..they lash out, condemn, cause trouble or whatever else they have to do to avoid the possibility that they may need to tilt their own lens. So as I said in one of our other discussions we all need to have enough self-worth to not allow other people's rejection of our beliefs affect the way we feel about ourselves. I sincerely hope that by working together all the valued, responsible, ethical members will be able to reduce the negative impact of a small few. All we can do is keep trying...and with the power of joint intent it could conceivably happen. Lets hope so anyway! Warm and loving regards to you, hubby and your little boy. Raia

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

18 Sep 07

Hi again my friend, I am not going to flame at your...because I respect your integrity. Your already know how much I value your open, honest response on any topic. So you go girl!!! Where I sit on this topic has no right/wrong position to it. Even if you mark something..it is still YOUR choice...not some other member using the system to fulfill a vendetta. So for me the idea of rating is more about not leaving the field open for abuses than it is WHAT a member decides to do for themselves. At least if is checked off...no one else can do it. It is not up to me or anyone else to tell you not to vote your conscience. Perhaps I haven't been here long enough to have to rate someone for an abuse. But believe me I will if the need arises. Your position and perspectives are always welcome here Lecanis because I value who you are...and how you have the courage to walk your talk. Differing opinions is the very thing I love about Mylot discussions. They hopefully assist us in keeping all our minds open! Once again I am grateful for who you are...your friendship...and your participation in perspectives forums!

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twoey68

@twoey68 (13627)

• United States

16 Sep 07

Sounds like a good idea...LOL I'll definately start. AT PEACE WITHIN ~~STAND STRONG IN YOUR BELIEFS~~

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twoey68

@twoey68 (13627)

• United States

17 Sep 07

I went from a 10 star to a 9 star overnight. My 10 star was at 98/100 and the 9 star has been going back and forth between a 88/100 and a 89/100. I don't know why. **AT PEACE WITHIN** ~~STAND STRONG IN YOUR BELIEFS~~

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

19 Sep 07

Hi Twoey.. Sorry to hear that and thanks for letting me know...Pendragon says his star been doing down consistently and is so discouraged he is about to pack it in. It went from a blue to a brown with no understanding either. I wonder what the heck is going on here? Any suggestions? I am wondering if we have to set up a 'please listen to us post' on some site and allow everyone to express their concerns about what has been happening and gently ask them to assist us in understanding...and maybe provide some answers. Just a thought. Cheers, Raia

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

17 Sep 07

Thanks...glad you like it. It would be really great not to hear that so many valued members are being unfairly treated by a rating system that seems odd. The Spy just got added to the listed on degraded ratings too. Maybe I will be next for posting this...but as many of you have said..it is the feedback from members that really counts! Take care..good to hear from you again. I am having so much fun sending lovely comments to others...and you made it possible. Thanks for being the great friend you are! Raia

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Andy Liu Zn

@andyliuzn (1029)

• Guangzhou, China

16 Sep 07

Hi Raia, It's really a long topic! You sound kind of unhappy at the bad guys here. Don't be mad at them and just enjoy mylotting here, I suppose once your friends see this article,they would help you out and help raise your rating here. WBR, Andy

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stars and ratings

@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

16 Sep 07

Well I am not so unhappy for myself because so far I have only gone up and down a few points. If you read the content my concern started when friend sunshinecup, whiteheather, miamilady and a few others had their stars drop dramatically almost overnight. This was not a push for people to rate me any differently than they choose to. I am not hung up on that because I value the genuine feedback I receive directly far more than some nebulous rating system that doesn't explain much of anything. So sorry if you thought I needed shoring up here. As I mentioned the post was more to rally a collective call to fellow Mylotters to protect each other from those with less honorable motives. However, it is sweet of you to think I wanted my rating raised...very nice. Thank you. Hope this clarifies my post...maybe the length of it created a 'lost in translation' effect.LOL

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alamode

@alamode (3071)

• United States

16 Sep 07

Sign me up, Raia... negativity can't be allowed to damage the good people here. I know I'm guilty of missing a few that I should have rated. I'll go back and give these people their due! Thanks for the nudge to do what's right!

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

19 Sep 07

I agree wholehardedly alamode.. The only time I can see doing a negative or abuse rating is when a person is being rude, getting into name-calling or put-downs. That is uncalled for and in those cases I wouldn't have any trouble in giving them a negative. The same thing is true if they are abusive, threatening, racist or attacking a person's values or beliefs..I wouldn't hesitate to report them to Mylot either. But beyond that within my personal, professional and on-line interactions my goal is to have respectful dialog with others whether I agree or not. People have the right of free choice and free speech. It is beyond my what so many have trouble accepting that reality. That is why I treasure my on-line friendships with members like you...and so many others I have met here. If that every changed I would be so far out of here!LOL Hope your plans for order are progressing well. Take care.. Raia

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alamode

@alamode (3071)

• United States

19 Sep 07

I must admit to a couple of - marks over some very rude behavior, but the discussion was deleted anyway. Now that I've caught up with my ratings, I will probably only just not rate the comment, if its out of line... - is a pretty serious thing! Gonna keep the good feelings going!! I'm trudging along... I work slowly, but I get there! Thanks, my friend!

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pendragon

@pendragon (3348)

• United States

17 Sep 07

I was actually nervous to post and see what my three had dropped to.Lol, I expect to be a negative number soon, it's really a downer because i used to have so much fun here.Now I just feel annoyed and unwilling to show up.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

18 Sep 07

Oh my goodness pendragon...what happened? I sorry to hear that...because I am aware of the quality of your posts and it blows me away that yet another valued member has been subjected to this. I can appreciate why you and others feel annoyed and are reducing their time here. It is part of the reason I wanted to post this topic. Have you contacted Mylot? It seems that the members it happens to just feel disappointed, frustrated and less inclined to participate...but they don't make Mylot aware of the problem.Just curious as to whether you have considered it as an option and possible solution to have your star and others returned to their original status. It is my sincere wish that you will stay. The more important thing is not the color of the star...but the feedback from members. I consider you an on-line friend and appreciate your thoughtful topics and responses and feel sure others view you the same way. Would you be willing to stay for awhile and maybe if we all work together we can find a solution? Hope to hear back from you... Warmest regards, Raia Raia

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Shannon

@visitorinvasion (7709)

• United States

17 Sep 07

That might work if all members who have not yet rated didn't have the opportunity to leave their rating as well, but alas, everyone gets a chance to rate everyone. My personal practice is to plus everyone unless it is a spam comment, a copied post or someone is just being down right rude and vindictive. Sometimes I minus or report the former two of the three, and sometimes I just skip it. Now, if someone is being excessively rude to a friend, especially someone who is too kind to fight back, you can bet I'll leave the rare but dreaded minus. I agree tho, if we do all plus nearly everything we read, it is bound to over power the minusing and at least allow members to keep the progress they have achieved rather than bringing it down. Ciao4now, Shannon

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

17 Sep 07

You are a conscientious gal and I am not surprised that you rate fairly and often. I decided to post this topic because it surprised me how many members do not rate their respondents. I like to do it right away..because of the quality responses I see here..but also it helps me to keep track of comments to my comments when I come back the next day. It is beyond me why Mylot doesn't have a way of tracking those who are using the system to back stab others for expressing an opinion. So much for free speech! If mylot can delete..and use the system to rate members surely they should be able to go back and see what caused a sudden drop in a members rating..and who did it. It seems that when it happens the members just take it...maybe the movers and shakers we are need to take on another cause eh Shannon? As if we don't have enough to keep us busy already!LOL Thank you for the lovely post on my Blog..much appreciated. Take care my friend..hope your classes and studies are going well. So long for now.. Raia

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subha12

@subha12 (18441)

• India

17 Sep 07

Hmmm.. I get your point. I generally rate a lot of discussions that I really found interesting. But here I believe very few people rate my discussion or answer positively as My rating have not changed for a long. I think few people rule in mylot and they have lots of responses and ratings in mylot. I am not that lucky few.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

17 Sep 07

Good to know your rating has not changed. Seems that quite a few members have had the unpleasant experience of having theirs go down. The un-rated responses are how members with an agenda go around and rate their targets negatively. Hopefully a tightening up of the openings by all members working together might help to prevent that from happening. So if we rate a plus whenever we see unmarked responses..it might change the dynmaic. I appreciate your input..thanks!

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sophylline

@sophylline (1041)

• Philippines

17 Sep 07

Hi Raia! Well, you already know my stand on this. I always rate and I rate everyone who respond to my discussion and comments made from others and responders. I also rate the discussion that I respond to and comments that I get. I rate all positive. There has never been an instance that I rated negative. I hope not to have to rate an exclamatory mark, though. I believe in my making a rating positive to members on here I am acknowledging and showing an appreciation of responding to men and even posting great topics and even just making an effort. I appreciate a response even if another has a different opinion, after all, we are all entitled to it and that makes things more interesting. Just as long as they are not abusive. I will not tolerate that. So, I am also for this benefit. That we rate, rate, rate. Once again, I applaud you for making another discussion that gives awareness. You seem to have such an influence that is great influence. I am for this, and hope that each one of us will work hand in hand to make this site, which we like so much, more pleasurable to stay in. Thanks and Hugs to you.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

17 Sep 07

Oh sophylline you are such a wonderful friend. The genuine acknowledgments your give me touch my spirit and lift it up. The way you observe things and mirror them back is extremely meaningful..and I thank you. Your approach to ratings is like you, fair-minded, honoring and respectful. I know if we all work together to rate in that way we can hopefully prevent those with other goals from lowering the stars of those who least deserve it. I am of the same mind that you are; "That if we all work hand in hand to make this site, which we all like so mcuh, more pleasurable to stay in." Very well said. You are so welcome...and big hugs and many blessings to you and yours. Raia

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@vashstampede992000 (2560)

• Philippines

17 Sep 07

Hi there, well i have to say that i am committed to do it as well. I always tend to rate all the responses i get in my own discussions and give them positive rates one by one. But i am not really sure if they are doing that to me as well whenever i post my response to their discussions. But i am glad that i always get a best response from my responses and it's really well appreciated indeed. Have a nice day ahead from Kiko and happy posting and earning here in MyLot and Godspeed.

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@Perspectives (7131)

• Canada

17 Sep 07

Hi Kiko.. Nice of you to stop by and add your experiences; thank you. I agree with you that best responses are wonderful to receive...a nice little gift from a member when you least expect it. Hopefully the shared agreement between all Mylotters not to allow 'gaps' in the rating system...anytime...anywhere will create less opportunity for othres to use the system against members they are unhappy with. Lovely ending to you post...blessings to you too!

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kishusia

@kishusia (1066)

• India

18 Sep 07

On mylot, we are sharing information and knowledge. We discuss issues and not argue. In a discussion different people may have different views. We should respect others' views as we expect others to respect our views. Giving a negative rating simply because one has a different opinion is not charitable. Let all of us behave in a positive manner and do justice to discussions, responses and comments posted by self and others.

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