So HOW am I not quality?

From your post there it looks like you are quality. People judge you on mylot alot, if they dont like what your typing they will negative you and say that your rubbish. Its when i said to people i personally believe in jesus but theres alot of questions to be answered my ratings drop so low i didnt even feel like logging on. Ignore them and move on with it and if people are continuing to give you negative jsut report them for abusing it. Thats the best way.

i do not know why are you asking this? it is not at all the case that you are not quality mylotter. let me guess something. is it for your star rating is 6? or anyone has told you so. i believe there is some reason. i think you contribute with quality and rated +ve.

Now, who is the person who said you don't post quality discussions?Or responses for that matter. Like I've said before...some of them fly above my head....but I never said I'm smart enough to understand everything in this world. Anyways, I know it's better than some of the mundane ones being posted here. You know what? Don't bother about the BRs and all the rest of it....just enjoy yourself and ignore the rest who don't think like you.

Where is this discussion coming from? Who said you were not qualtiy? You have a unique style but it is still quality, I think. I do not answer a lot of your discussions, but I feel that they fill a niche. I would like to hear more of this.

Okay Programmer did you jump into my brain last night and help me figure out what it is I was trying to say so I could post this discussion today. No kidding these are my thoughts for the past two days and I thought last night I must write a discussion about this but wasn't sure how to say it. Okay this discussion isn't my exact thoughts but still so darn close. I am not so much concerned about my responses as I am about the discussions I have started. I came to the conclusion the past few days that I am not posting quality discussions and this is why people are commenting. I guess it could be they are not interested in my topic as well. So I was thinking it over just how to word my discussion. Now after reading yours I probably won't as I hope to be inspired by what readers will be saying to you. After reading this discussion and seeing how well written it is I have a hard time thinking you are not a myLotter of quality. This post is so well written I can't imagine that your previous posts are not of the same calibur.

I've seen the name theprogramer on many of the discussions I've looked at and I believe you ARE one of the best quality writers on mylot! But that's really the problem isn't it? Mylot doesn't really promote quality, it promotes quantity. Discussions on religion, philosophy, politics, science and other important issues tend to take a backseat to "what's your favorite color" or "did you see what they said on SNL last week". You know you ARE a good writer and your opinions count and are appreciated. Don't let the opinions of idiots alter your efforts. Those of us that aren't just here to make a penny per post for one liners on nonsense topics appreciate people that think and express themselves well. :)

Greeting Progamer, Quality? In this regard, you are above reproach! What you have to recognize is that you are: Impatient, Blatantly honest Forthright Most often correct, and thusly ... a target! I suppose that you are alluding to the little 'piglet's' references to quality posts? Has something specific happened since the little piglet's introduction? If so, please discretely explain, or pm me with the desire to do so, outside the realm of prying eyes. I acknowledge that having the respect of those who make a point to gauge your contributions as positive may not be sufficient. I also acknowledge that there is value to the contribution. I'm not discounting your concerns. In fact, I believe them to be quite valid. Though, I would appreciate understanding your most recent alarm.

I can't imagine how anyone could say that you aren't producing quality here. In fact, you produce more quality posts than most of the people I can think of here, myself included. You're intelligent, you give good arguments for your positions on things, you pose important questions, and your discussions always seem to have depth to them. So why would anyone say you aren't quality?

Pro, this is going to be rather short, sweet and to the point - for me anyway - YOU know your posts are quality, those who are your friends here as well as though who are not know they're quality and even whoever it is who is keeping your rating low and is responsible for having your posts deleted know they're quality, which is precisely why they're giving you such grief. I know as well as anyone that it's easier said than done to just ignore it and not let it bother you but that's about the only thing I can tell you to do because I sure don't want you to leave and we both know you won't get an answer from myLot as to why your posts have been getting deleted - or if you did I'd be shocked. Hang in the, my friend! Annie

hi programmer ! I think your a quality contributor, but your asking to define quality which is a different thing altogether.given the fact that one persons idea of quality is different depending on the context,time,place,social convention and social interaction.It sounds like your more than a little vexed ! whoever said your not a quality contributer,then they need a slap!! put another way some people like 'Hanson' and I could (if pushed) shoot them for that, because I do not consider 'hanson' to be quality.ignore the comments and keep posting :)

Gamer,The posts you put up are quality in my book.I think you've got a little rat that follows you around like a duckling follows it's mom and then gives a negative rating to what you write. Who did you P*ss off!?Besides,does any of those star ratings really matter? With the way the system is skewed and the little cliques that reside here on Mylot don't let one or two idiots effect your mood or confidence. You are unique...Keep on doin' what you're doin'

Hello dear theprogramer. I was wondering how you had been getting along when I read this discussion of yours. What is up? I hope that you are ok. I am at a loss what to say to this discussion. I have never thought that you are not quality and have been very comfortable with you for your informative discussions. Cheer up and take care, my friend.

I am not sure why or where you are getting this. I have never thought that your discussions weren't of good quality. If you are talking about your star rating then I just have to say that this is one area that I completely disagree with Crash. There is obviously a flaw in the rating system where abusers can affect another users ratings.

I think as with most sites some people here like to play favorites to their friends or to people who come into their discussions and bury their heads so far up the posters butts in agreement to the opinion of the poster that they can tell what the OP had for lunch before it has passed their esophagus. I give my BR in a discussion based on the quality of the comment. And by quality I mean, if the commenter states their opinion they also posts a story or a fact or their own personal belief system backing up why they have the opinion they do then I call that quality. Even if I don't particularly agree with the message the commenter is sending if their comment is well thought out and dignified it is possible they could find themselves getting a BR out of me. I believe you have earned yourself one or two from me. I think that is because I just now corrected my egregious oversight of not including someone of your intellect to my sparse list of friends I follow around. I hope to see much much more of you and your discussions in the future :)

Who said you are not quality? You operate on a level that not many people here do. You are exceptionally smart, yet witty as all get out. You can speak to the 'common' man, and no doubt you could hold court with the CEO of any organization. To put it in simple terms, dude, you're freakin' awesome. : )

Are you talking quality as in having many responses to the discussion? If so, I find that many people like to talk about what they like and dislike and if you look at mine that how many replies, they are about food.. How you prefer a certain food or a recipe for this or that..Yeah, you can start a discussion on computers or the news or even something controversial like religion or politics and get many responses, but not everyone is interested in that subject or even knows that much about it.. But everyone eats, and so I may not get record breaking responses, but I don't do too bad.. Here are some examples I have: On spaghetti with 45 responses http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1360629.aspx on cream of wheat or oatmeal with 21 responses http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1409864.aspx my newest one on grilled cheese with 6 responses and not even a day old yet http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1424461.aspx I even started one on unique places to eat http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/1424655.aspx I think the idea for a good discussion is something people like to talk about or even feel they know about and food is a good subject because there is not right or wrong answer, which is why I struggle with BR on these, there is no BR on them because it is option, not fact..:)

Oh the joys of the stars! I enjoy your posts if that makes an difference to you. ;)

From my point of view, I have read your posts and almost all are quality. You have responded to my discussions and have seen them to be quality. Now the person who is saying that you are not quality should seek medical help. There are this rating in every interests, how do you find them? Do you believe when they say that you are number 450 out of 14760? Is that what quality means? I am not sure about that. The only thing I know is that you always do quality stuff. All the best.

I have never read anything less than a quality discussion or response from you, so I don't know where this comes from. I know a lot of people will rate - if you say things they disagree with. I noticed it a while back. I had a 4 in my star once, and I think it was because I offended some people by speaking my mind. I don't set out to be rude, but I give my honest opinion when asked. I don't pay any attention to star ratings. To me, all it means is that you are honest and give your opinion and tell things as you see them rather than telling people what they want to hear. I prefer that over a person who is just going to be fake nice or agreeable. You get a + from me every time!

Hi. I'm new here, i'll try to find your posts, but i think that if you are asking this question you are quality..