Updates?

[Parker]

It's been a while since the last story update. Is the Mod taking a break? Just curious, as I didn't see an announcement about it.

[tessa]

Hi Parker. Rabbit1 has been away for about a week, but I'm sure as soon as he gets back, the stories will be updated.

Thanks for the interest and happy reading!

tessa :wave:

[Parker]

Hi Parker. Rabbit1 has been away for about a week, but I'm sure as soon as he gets back, the stories will be updated.

Thanks for the interest and happy reading!

tessa :wave:

Thanks. I figured it was something like that.

[tessa]

Most welcome!

:wave:

[shdowrnnr]

12 days with no post.

[tessa]

12 days with no post.

Sometimes, even on the best erotic story site on the web (which is of course the BDSM Library), real life intrudes. Updates will happen as soon as Rabbit1 returns.

Thanks!

[Razor7826]

Perhaps the site is in need of a co-moderator. Is the story section completely managed by only one person?

[mkemse]

not to sound crude or unappreciative of the site, but aside from rabbit, we do have a site owner and webmaster(i believe and i believe they are one of the same) maybe they could update the stories

just a thought not a criticsism

[cariad]

Yes, the story section is managed only by Rabbit1. The site is owned by Tiger who has a do list which is already too long.

Patience is the price we have to pay for having a free site.

In the meantime, perhaps all the frustrated readers could start writing considered reviews of some of the thousands of stories which are there. Yes the authors write because they enjoy doing so, but so often they say how discouraging it is to have no, or little feedback, regardless of the hit rates.

cariad

[shdowrnnr]

13 days no update.

[jethro jodhpur]

I was in touch with one of the moderators about a week ago on this subject and came away with the feeling that no one knows for sure when the Rabbit is returning, or why he isn't here. You talk about your single point failure, this is classic! Can you imagine trying to deal with two weeks or more worth of postings, from authors who naively believed there was someone there to take care of this little detail.

[~hellish one~]

I was in touch with one of the moderators about a week ago on this subject and came away with the feeling that no one knows for sure when the Rabbit is returning, or why he isn't here. You talk about your single point failure, this is classic! Can you imagine trying to deal with two weeks or more worth of postings, from authors who naively believed there was someone there to take care of this little detail.

In a perfect world Rabbit would be here 24/7 to take care of everything, including the story updates...but the fact is, this isn't a perfect world. And real life has been known to intrude every now and then. This is a free site, and Rabbit1 is not getting paid for all of the work he does here. He volunteers...just like the rest of the staff. As much as we all love this site and want to be here to help take care of it, we all have jobs, families, etc...that need our attention as well.

No, I do not know where Rabbit1 is or how long he will be gone, but I know he will take care of things when he gets back. And I also know there has to be a pretty damn good reason why he hasn't been able to be here. I don't know about you, but at this point I am just hoping that it is not something unfortunate or painful in his r/l that he is having to deal with right now. I hope he is well and that we will see him again soon.

Yes, it is a pain in the ass that the stories aren't getting updated, but it's not the end of the world. I understand the frustration on your end, but there is also frustration on this end because the staff is trying their hardest here.

I feel like a broken record here, but if everyone could just please be patient, things will sort out soon enough.

thank you,
~bg

[tessa]

Excellently said, babygirl. :)

~hugs~

[suchaminx]

bg - well said and thank you

~hugs~

minxy xx

[cariad]

The last thing I heard from Rabbit was that he needed to take a little time off to deal with a rather nice r/l project...

cariad

[ceegee{Benz}]

well doesnt matter who we are...we all need time off at some time or another

[theoccupier]

I don't think it's the most unreasonable comment in the world to casually enquire whether the duties of story uploading can be shared by Rabbit and other volunteers.

No one is even beginning to question Rabbit's commitment to his task here, but equally no one seems interested in doing anything about it, when clearly a lot of people care.

Is it really a hard task for the site owner to take one of his existing trusted helpers and give them this role, especially since no-one knows when (if, even) Rabbit will return.

People are only suggesting taking the easiest path here and maybe the easiest path is getting a deputy for Rabbit as the level of concern grows.

[Widget]

Rabbit is coming back, I think that your suggestion for a cover while he is away is one we will take up so we can find a way to avoid the gap in new stories. No one meant any offence, they were simply trying to explain why there was no new stories being uploaded.

Do you have a submission you want to have uploaded? Perhaps while you are waiting would you like to submit it to the story forum? I would be fine if you want to post it in the contest forum or where ever in the writers block you feel it would fit.

[shdowrnnr]

14 days and continuing the count.

[cariad]

14 days and continuing the count.

shdowrnnr that is neither constructive nor helpful.

You have been given free access to this wonderful site and all it has to offer; please have a little more consideration when there is a hiccup in the usual excellent level of service.

cariad

[goodgirl_85]

I think babygirl said it the best. When it comes right down to it, there a million different things that are more important then updating stories on a website. Yes Rabbit is taken some time off, but honestly its really none of our business as to why. If he wanted us to know, im sure he would have posted it. Just all of you just be patient, and maybe have a thought or two to hope and/or pray that he is ok, and this leave is not because of anything tragic that has happened in his life.

[cariad]

Just a slight update...

Tiger, who, despite being overwhelmed with other things, is going to try to publish some of the stories as soon as he can. He said it is a while since he has done this - so please wish him well!

He also apologises for not having the time to respond individually to each member who has written to him about this matter.

cariad

[waterchurch]

If I remember correctly, the programming used to publish the stories is a real PITA to use, and that is why only one person was assigned the task, I also know there was some talk about upgrading it, not sure if that ever happened.

[jethro jodhpur]

According to what Rabbit told me once the software is so screwed up that it wouldn't be worth the time or money to even try. To Tiger's credit, at least he took the trouble to discuss the matter with some experts, and came to a similar conclusion.

[nk_lion]

Yes, the story section is managed only by Rabbit1. The site is owned by Tiger who has a do list which is already too long.

Patience is the price we have to pay for having a free site.

In the meantime, perhaps all the frustrated readers could start writing considered reviews of some of the thousands of stories which are there. Yes the authors write because they enjoy doing so, but so often they say how discouraging it is to have no, or little feedback, regardless of the hit rates.

cariad

You're right, though I must admit, I initially never reviewed, and I have a bad habit not to do so that I should change.

[nk_lion]

On a side note, I'm just glad it's some r/l issue that Tiger has to deal with, I was just concern for a short time while scrolling down the board that he was injured or something worse.
Take your time Tiger, they're thousands of other stories on this site and I'm sure we can all find the patience to wait a bit more.

[shdowrnnr]

15 days (A new all time record I believe). Can we make it to 21?

[jethro jodhpur]

If it happens, will any authors be around to care? (LOL)

[tessa]

15 days (A new all time record I believe). Can we make it to 21?

I wonder if this much time and consideration is given to Rabbit when he is busy making things around here run so smoothly?

~wanders off to search past threads to find out~

[Liam Naisson]

I wonder if this much time and consideration is given to Rabbit when he is busy making things around here run so smoothly?

~wanders off to search past threads to find out~
Never. You do the best job, when nobody knows you are doing it. Things "just work". Everybody starts to notice when you don't do it (no matter if you can't or don't want to, makes no difference, the result for the observer is the same). I've done this for a good decade professionally. It's always the same, everywhere. No matter what site you run, about what topic.

If i can help out, in any way, i would be more than pleased to do so. Actually thought a few times of writing a script like BDSM library, only a bit better ;)

[Razor7826]

During the downtime, I've posted a new series of mine on the Erotic Prose forum, but it seems like the Sexual Fantasy forum is getting more erotic fiction posts. Is there a 'proper' section of the forum to post the material that would normally be uploaded to the site proper?

[Razor7826]

If I remember correctly, the programming used to publish the stories is a real PITA to use, and that is why only one person was assigned the task, I also know there was some talk about upgrading it, not sure if that ever happened.

Yeah, the wonky setup for submitting stories and updates is probably a good indicator of how messed up the site management functions must be.

[cariad]

Yeah, the wonky setup for submitting stories and updates is probably a good indicator of how messed up the site management functions must be.

Razor, I am sorry that you feel that way. I know very little of the management functions beyond forums, but do know that Rabbit works exceptionally hard for the benefit of all members. I would be the first to agree that what is happening, or rather not happening, at the moment is unfortunate.

Rabbit gives many hours of his time, at no charge to anyone, to keep this site running as smoothly as he does. Yes, when everything is up and running again as it should be, it will be time for a debriefing and looking at the lessons which we have learnt, but one of those lessons will be a true appreciation of the value of everything he does.

cariad

[cariad]

During the downtime, I've posted a new series of mine on the Erotic Prose forum, but it seems like the Sexual Fantasy forum is getting more erotic fiction posts. Is there a 'proper' section of the forum to post the material that would normally be uploaded to the site proper?

What an excellent idea Razor - and thank you.

We had realised that there was a duplication of forums here, and had decided to merge them into one. The delay in it happening was simply over the title of the new forum - 'erotic prose' was the logical one but 'sexual fantasy' was a loved historical title.

However....I have now moved threads which were posted to erotic prose before the downtime into sexual fantasy, and taking your excellent idea, I have dedicted 'erotic prose' to stories which will later appear in the main story section.

Once again, thank you for this practical and helpful suggestion.

cariad

[slavepat78]

Maybe i am just 1 person here thinking this from the members of this free fantastic story site, but i just hope that Rabbit where ever he is and whatever he is doing he is well and has not had any personal tragedy in his r/l.

[cariad]

Thank you slavepat for your encouragement and for coming out of lurk mode to make your post.

:wel to forums

cariad

[gagged_Louise]

Maybe i am just 1 person here thinking this from the members of this free fantastic story site, but i just hope that Rabbit where ever he is and whatever he is doing he is well and has not had any personal tragedy in his r/l.

Hear, hear. Good to see it realized because people have been known to drop off this forum for a while for reasons of personal or family trouble. This being the wonderful place that it is, they most often return.
Here's to hoping Rabbit's time-out is just due to a high amount of paid work.

[mkemse]

I think babygirl said it the best. When it comes right down to it, there a million different things that are more important then updating stories on a website. Yes Rabbit is taken some time off, but honestly its really none of our business as to why. If he wanted us to know, im sure he would have posted it. Just all of you just be patient, and maybe have a thought or two to hope and/or pray that he is ok, and this leave is not because of anything tragic that has happened in his life.

i agree, it is very difficult to complain when the service you are getting ,the stories are free to read
In the real world, things do suddenly happen, nobody plans for a personal emergency or personal issues to arise, when they do they need to be able to address family issues immediately or personal issues the same way, most people I know say family comes first

[shdowrnnr]

16 Days and no new stories.

BTW yes I do appreciate its a "free" site. I also appreciate that it has a "wonky" interface that is hard to use.

Although for a "free" site I seem to have to kill a lot of pop-ups and see a lot of ads to do anything on the site.

[cariad]

shdawrnnr, as I have already said this daily count is neither helpful nor constructive.

We are all aware that Rabbit1 is not here, and we are also aware that stories are not being published. A daily moan from you does not help.

This is a formal request that you do not make any further non-constructive posts. If you are unable to abide by this request, you will be banned from the site until after Rabbit1 has returned.

cariad

[nk_lion]

16 Days and no new stories.

BTW yes I do appreciate its a "free" site. I also appreciate that it has a "wonky" interface that is hard to use.

Although for a "free" site I seem to have to kill a lot of pop-ups and see a lot of ads to do anything on the site.

Dude...relax, no one is asking you to come onto this site, if you have so much of a problem, why don't you quit whining and just leave.

A lot of us want the updates to come out now, but most of us are waiting patiently, and a couple have even come up with temporary solutions on posting their stories on these boards.

I am sorry in advance if this constitutes as flaming, if so, kindly delete this post or PM me and I'll edit it. I just find it annoying that some people completely ignore calls for patience repeatedly.

[Razor7826]

Yes! For all those waiting, use the Erotic Prose forum as a temporary shelter for submitted stories. Every bit as good, if you want other people to start reading your material.

[tessa]

Although for a "free" site I seem to have to kill a lot of pop-ups and see a lot of ads to do anything on the site.

I have never had one pop-up advertisement while browsing through this site. 5 months and counting. ~smiles~

[gagged_Louise]

I have never had one pop-up advertisement while browsing through this site. 5 months and counting. ~smiles~

And I haven't had any spam mail that might be connected (by third party) with this site in almost a year. Now, that's very hard to beat for a site connected with sex.

[tessa]

And I haven't had any spam mail that might be connected (by third party) with this site in almost a year. Now, that's very hard to beat for a site connected with sex.

I didn't think of that, Louise. I've never had that either. What a great observation to make! :)

[Guest 91108]

I Have not had spam or pop-ups since I came here ... but I have gotten them from other sites and you can tell who they are from.

[takarada]

Perhaps the authors could use *** which has zero down time and no delay in updating.

[Wolfoftheblackmoon]

Ok Rabbit is having some Real Life Stuff so we're not getting updates.

GET OVER IT PEOPLE. He does a Heck of a Job and I for one think this is one of the BEST sites on the web. I don't get Spam or other BS outta it. IT'S FREE and we don't even have to buy one of those Stupid Things to prove that we are Adults. Although I am starting to doubt that we all are.

So as I would tell my Grandkids. "SIT DOWN!!! SHUT UP!!! It'll happen when it HAPPENS!!!"

BTW Rabbit? Mods? KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.

[madeline]

This is my first post ever, and I'm a bit nervous, so bear with me. I'm a lurker, but I've been following this update thread, and was finally inspired to comment.

Yes, it does suck that we haven't had any updates for such a long time. But I know better than anyone that Real Life can cause huge problems with your Internet Life.

I appreciate the amazing job the mods and admins do here. This is the best story site I have ever encountered. And the no pop-ups thing is wonderful, and very rare for sites like this.

Back to lurking now, I just wanted to say thank you(finally!) and to ask everyone for their patience in the update situation.

[Guest 91108]

wolfoftheblackmoon and madeline , it is very good that you both expressed understanding and thanks to the Staff.

I wish to thank the Forum staff as well for such a good job.

[OttifantSir]

I don't keep up with stories in the way most other seem to do. I wander off to it occasionally to read a bit, but I know I am too impatient to wait for the next chapter of the story if it hasn't been completed.

To give an understanding of this: It's the uncertainty that makes me too impatient. I can wait for two weeks, a month, even half a year to get the next chapter, if I know it's going to happen within that timeframe. If I have been assured that there are a set release date for the next chapter. (This is for anything and everything that has a sequel)

So, for me, the stories not updating, isn't the end of the world. What IS "the end of the world" for me though, is that though Rabbit1 hasn't interacted with me on discussions here on the forum, which is what I usually do here, he has always made his presence known, and we all should be grateful for all the time and effort the great furball is dedicating to this site on an (practically) every-day basis.

I felt sadness in my heart when I discovered he had been gone for so long, because I didn't know the cause of his absence. Well, I still don't but....
Sadness because he is such a mighty presence over this site, and it would be a shame if this great persona would be gone.

I really can't describe my emotions on the matter correctly. I can only say that when I learned of his absence, I hoped it to be pleasant matters of R/L, and not accidents or other unhappy things.

cariad has to some extent calmed that feeling with a previous post, but I am waiting anxiously to see the Rabbit back.

You know, it somehow feels "empty in the house" without him....

[ElectricBadger]

Thank you for speaking up, Madeline!

To echo the others, please please please post your works in the Erotic Prose section, or in Story Feedback if you'd like some editing assistance.

If you'd like new material to read, the Feedback section is a great place to start: there are a lot of works there that could still use help, or speak up and ask if anyone wants some assistance. You'll get the first chance to read new stuff and happier, more prolific authors as a bonus!

Finally, remember that the (massive) archives of the story board are all still fully accessible; and some reviews of old stories are just the sort of thing to get authors writing again (for those who aren't aware, each time a review is written an email is sent to the author -- this works wonderfully to motivate us to pick up something we forgot about months ago).

As for some of the suggestions, you all bring up some really valid points. Ideally, we'd all love to recreate our code with the latest and greatest; but realistically, doing so threatens the free access we all treasure. And yes, there are benefits to be had from sharing out responsibility for posting and such, but there are also logical reasons not to give out that extreme level of access to too many -- particularly with the subjects we deal with here. Look back in the news about other sites who've been shut down just for posting the wrong fictional content (which is, by the by, a solid argument against automatic updates). It speaks volumes about the diligence of Rabbit and Tiger that we've had no such problems from our huge number of stories, and yet remain amazingly uncensored in our content.

So while we all look forward to seeing new updates, lets set aside the doom and gloom. There's still plenty here to enjoy and ways to contribute until our valiant leader returns.

[DrGeordie]

I've been following this thread for a while but so far I've resisted posting in it. The mods and admins seem to becoming in for an (in my opinion) unjustified amount of flak lately. So I thought it was time to add my voice to the ones saying thank you for the time and effort the staff give voluntarily to keep this place going. Just to let you know that we do appreciate the work you do and you all have as much right to time off as the next person.

When someone presents you with the moon on a stick for free it might be considered ungrateful to complain about the colour of the stick

[cariad]

Thank you to all those who are encouraging us at this difficult time.

We are not taking the hiatus in story publication lightly. I appreciate that the uncertainty of when they will next be published does not help, but unfortuantely I cannot tell you something I do not know.

Rabbit1 is away for longer than we expected him to be, and obviously we too hope that all is well. We eagerly await the return of not only the man who publishes the stories, but also a friend.

I know the readership is more limited, but I would encourage anyone who wishes to do so, to follow Razor's lead and post in the erotic prose section whilst we are all waiting for normal service to be ressumed.

Thank you once again for your patience and support.

cariad

[Paws807]

Same old routine, by volunteering to do a job no one else wants, all you do is sit yourself out in the open where all the cretins can pelt you with balls of sh**. I know, I've done it myself. Patience, people... patience.

Paws

[Kadence]

I don't understand what the uproar is all about. Have you seen how many stories are in the archives? There's enough to keep you entertained there for months at a time, perhaps more! :D a couple of weeks without an update shouldn't have anyone ranting. Although I guess I can understand why some people might be disappointed if they've been following a recent story and are looking forward to the update - but just think, after such a wait, you'll enjoy it all the more when it's up ;)

Like Paws said: just have patience.

[CortezFan]

**coming out of lurking mode**
I, also, am concerned about rabitt and miss the updates. I was a Mod/Admin once (and because of people that cant play nice and expect more than a person can do) I will never(?) do it again.
I am grateful every time an update is made, whether I like the new stories or not. Just now I found a story to my liking that I missed in the last update. I never would have seen it if the new update had been posted.
Mods/Admins, thank you for all that you do. I personally know that it is a very difficult job, and not everyone will be happy. But I appreciate you! :bdsmsmile
***back to lurking mode***

[tessa]

~looks at all the nice words~

Really great of you all to say as much. :)

tessa

[cariad]

Beaming from ear to ear here.

I have just spoken to Rabbit on IM.

He is still very busy with r/l, but is starting to see the end of this project and will hopefully be back before too long.

*gives a happy bounce*

Nothing like someone being away for a while to make you truly appreciate them and what they do!

cariad

[levantegirl]

Just a suggestion, could the stories posted on the forum please use the same sprt of "classification code" system to let the readers know what to expect?

Some authors already do it, but it'd be nice for some consistency :)

[cariad]

Yes levantegirl - please do encourage the authors to do so. It is all I can do, and I have done so. I think it is a great idea, and one which I suspect would increase the readership of the stories. You might like to PM Electric Badger about it, since that part of forums is very much his baby.

cariad

[Mobius]

I was also curius about the updates but mobius is a patiant curmugion and reconises the hard work that rabit1 and for that mator his fine moderators are doing for this site.

As I have read this thread I will not make any judgements or coments on wether this site is being managed correctly or not as Moby is thankfull to have a great archive of storys that he has read from this site going back many many years of the days of yor.

So I want to thank the owners of the site Tiger Rabit1 thank you for your dedication and hard work.

Mobius

[Widget]

HORRAY Rabbits ok,

I would suggest as I had before along with others here that any authors who want to get there stuff up right away to start a thread in the story section and keep posting to it. THank you all for your understanding and support, it means a lot to all of us. :)

[La Toya]

I have just spoken to Rabbit on IM.

He is still very busy with r/l, but is starting to see the end of this project and will hopefully be back before too long.

cariad

Well It's Great someone as heard from Rabbit. I have been sitting back, as others have, waiting to see what was going on.

Let's just be happy Rabbit is OK, and does have a life outsite of this web site. As another person as already stated, This site as tons of stories, that should keep those who are new happy for about 6 to 7 months.:26:

For those of us who are following a writer(s) or story(s), we just have to hang of a little longer. :icon277:

La Toya

[J's blu]

i have just been back into some of my favourites and checked out some of the authors i particularly enjoy to see if i have missed any of their stories.

and am i ever glad that i did!
amazing stories, so well crafted, buried deep in the vaults like pirates treasure!
ladies and gentlemen, set forth on your won treasure hunt, see what gems and jewels you can find.


i found these :

http://www.bdsmlibrary.com/stories/author.php?authorid=785

[freddie_clegg]

Beaming from ear to ear here.

I have just spoken to Rabbit on IM.

He is still very busy with r/l, but is starting to see the end of this project and will hopefully be back before too long.

*gives a happy bounce*

Nothing like someone being away for a while to make you truly appreciate them and what they do!

cariad


Well, I'm glad to hear Rabbit's OK. Passs on my best if you're chatting again.:wave:

[igachu80]

You know, I've been viewing this site on and off for years (mostly on), and I've never seen it go so long without an update. I never really thought until now about how remarkable that is--especially for free. This is quite a large site to keep going. Actually, I just peeked in to see if anything was seriously wrong. Glad to see everyone's okay. I've never posted on the forums before, so hi everybody.

Just wanted to let you know I appreciate all the hard work. :)

[Widget]

i have just been back into some of my favourites and checked out some of the authors i particularly enjoy to see if i have missed any of their stories.

and am i ever glad that i did!
amazing stories, so well crafted, buried deep in the vaults like pirates treasure!
ladies and gentlemen, set forth on your won treasure hunt, see what gems and jewels you can find.


i found these :

http://www.bdsmlibrary.com/stories/author.php?authorid=785

Awesome post, I like that you put up a link to a buried treasure you enjoyed. Anyone else?

[cariad]

Whilst I have really missed Rabbit, both as a fellow admin and as a friend, it is wonderful to see some of our lurkers coming out of the woodwork. I do hope that you now you have taken the plunge to make your first posts and found that you have survived the experience you will consider posting elsewhere.

cariad

[gagged_Louise]

Have to agree, the good Dr Mabeuse (in blu's link) was totally unknown to me, and what a sensual, suspenseful writer he is! The cheerleader story...even if the scenario is formally simple it's sooo hot. :)

[goodgirl_85]

I wonder if Rabbit kept updating the stories but stopped posting in threads if this much attention would be paid?

I am glad He is ok, thank you cariad for the update.

girl

[reynard73]

Given this situation and the popularity and size of this site, would it be worth coming up with a contingency plan in case something did happen to Rabbit? I'd hate to see BDSM Library disappear because of a single "point of failure". Could some of the work be delegated to you other moderators in future?

And I say this as a one-man-band running a moderately popular site of my own. :)

[cariad]

That is a very good point reynard, and I am sure it is one which, once Rabbit's inbox is empty, he and Tiger will consider.

*looks around for any mods sitting down doing nothing except waiting for further work to be delegated to them*

Bother, their are hiding again! Oh no, they are sleeping exhausted at their computers.

*Tiptoes around leaving a drink, cookie and thank you note next to each sleeping mod*

Seriously reynard - it is a great idea, thank you for your concern for the site, and I am convinced it will be considered.

cariad

[mkemse]

I realize Rabbit1 is tied up with a r/l situation right now, but I am supprised that Tiger has not even updated recently

[cariad]

Perhaps you would not be surprised if you knew how busy Tiger was.

cariad

[dairac]

What is Tiger so busy doing?

The front page was changed to say "Stories updated 1/may/07" 3 days ago. we still have no new stories. Shortly before that all the ads were changed. In 8 days we will have gone for an entire month with no new updates. If there is only 1 person that can do the updates perhaps tiger needs to look into getting someone to help him out.

[annie]

What is Tiger so busy doing?

The front page was changed to say "Stories updated 1/may/07" 3 days ago. we still have no new stories. Shortly before that all the ads were changed. In 8 days we will have gone for an entire month with no new updates. If there is only 1 person that can do the updates perhaps tiger needs to look into getting someone to help him out.

I am fairly certain Tiger probably has a real life that does not focus completely on line...

[Tallyman]

Good things come to those who wait.

[Razor7826]

I am fairly certain Tiger probably has a real life that does not focus completely on line...

Dairac still has a point that more than one person should be able to upload stories. In my experience, it is never a good idea to have a single person in charge of ANY part of a website, else the site will go through frequent phases of death and life.

[annie]

Dairac still has a point that more than one person should be able to upload stories. In my experience, it is never a good idea to have a single person in charge of ANY part of a website, else the site will go through frequent phases of death and life.

And as Caraid has pointed out earlier in this thread that will be something that is looked at....

Until that happens getting impatient won't help the situation....

[heycarrieanne]

I usually just read and lurk, like a good little sub girl. But IRL in my office every one knows how to do all the various computer BS just in case someone gets sick, has an emergency or just gets fed up and walks out one day in a fit! I do appreciate the hard work Rabbit does and I am sorry for having taken him--and the story updates--for granted.

[CortezFan]

What is Tiger so busy doing?



Is ANYONE's personal life your business? THIS IS A FREE SITE. It's not for us to ask a question like that. Go have a glass of wine, beer, whatever, and WAIT. Or try WRITING a story? That always helps me. Use your own imagination! Even if I never send them in (I have several), I still write when a fantasy comes along.

[Guest 91108]

What is Tiger so busy doing?

The front page was changed to say "Stories updated 1/may/07" 3 days ago. we still have no new stories. Shortly before that all the ads were changed. In 8 days we will have gone for an entire month with no new updates. If there is only 1 person that can do the updates perhaps tiger needs to look into getting someone to help him out.

If I was Tiger....
Reading this thread lately.....
The thread concerning chat.....
I might would be considering letting things ride longer just to cool off the myriad of hot heads that are on my board.

but that is just me. but if i think it.. perhaps he is thinking it too.

[gagged_Louise]

Well, Rabbit is back and the long wait is over. Just got a pm from the Man (reply to a pm I'd sent long before) and a batch of fresh stories will be up tomorrow.
:)

[sylvia_ber]

That sounds great!

[nk_lion]

Welcome back Rabbit

[OttifantSir]

Yeah! The omnipresent furball is back!! Hipp hipp hooray!!

[heycarrieanne]

{{smiles in delight and blows Rabbit a kiss}

[cariad]

Not only is the furry one back - but he has published some stories!

Rarely has one person been missed by so many.

cariad

[annie]

Thinks it would be nice for everyone to learn from this...

To learn to show appreciation more often to Rabbit and the other MOD's/Administrators who help to keep this site going...

Thanks guys! Welcome Back Rabbit!

[soulcatch]

Welcome back Rabbit. Don't really know you or the other ops here, but I have been reading this thread for about a week now. You guys are underappreciated. Just wanted to say thanks for all the work you and the rest of the ops do.

[Rabbit1]

thanks always good to hear a good comment ----I mostly get the complaints ---lol

[Rabbit1]

What is Tiger so busy doing?

The front page was changed to say "Stories updated 1/may/07" 3 days ago. we still have no new stories. Shortly before that all the ads were changed. In 8 days we will have gone for an entire month with no new updates. If there is only 1 person that can do the updates perhaps tiger needs to look into getting someone to help him out.


Tiger owns many sites --not just this on ---and the publishing software is so out of date here it takes hours of time to do an update ----the first one I did when I got back to publishing took over four hours to do ----it is not simple and hard to teach someone else ---as there are many programs you have to use and multi windows must be open at the same time ---I have done it for over a year now and I am fast-----but it is still a slow process ----as I also have to work with the over 2000 authors ---some who submit story files that are password protected and I can not open---then I have to email them ---or if something is wrong I have to email each author ----that is not counting the author who email me their stories instead of submitting them to the site ---which takes me longer to publish

Tiger was trying to do an update ---but you have to figure he has a life and a family ---and a bunch of other sites ---many of which I help him with and I was not there to help on any of them

We are looking at different publishing software ---have been for over a year ---but it is difficult to find one that will be compatible with what we have so we do not loose stories in the conversion process ---and I am not going to republish all the stories again in another software format ---I do not have that kind of time

hope this answers your questions as to what Tiger was so busy doing

[caligirl{Rob}]

*smiles* and hands Rabbit a big bag of chocolate covered carrots!!!

hugs!
cali

[Rabbit1]

*smiles* and hands Rabbit a big bag of chocolate covered carrots!!!

hugs!
cali


chocolate covered carrots!!! --I will follow you around everywhere:blurp_ani

[dairac]

Tiger owns many sites --not just this on ---and the publishing software is so out of date here it takes hours of time to do an update ----the first one I did when I got back to publishing took over four hours to do ----it is not simple and hard to teach someone else ---as there are many programs you have to use and multi windows must be open at the same time ---I have done it for over a year now and I am fast-----but it is still a slow process ----as I also have to work with the over 2000 authors ---some who submit story files that are password protected and I can not open---then I have to email them ---or if something is wrong I have to email each author ----that is not counting the author who email me their stories instead of submitting them to the site ---which takes me longer to publish

Tiger was trying to do an update ---but you have to figure he has a life and a family ---and a bunch of other sites ---many of which I help him with and I was not there to help on any of them

We are looking at different publishing software ---have been for over a year ---but it is difficult to find one that will be compatible with what we have so we do not loose stories in the conversion process ---and I am not going to republish all the stories again in another software format ---I do not have that kind of time

hope this answers your questions as to what Tiger was so busy doing

Single out for my own quoted post. Thank you Rabbit. I'm surprised that none of shdowrnnrs posts were selected as that seemed to be the persona that caused the most problems.

First off I would like to let both Tiger and Rabbit know that I appreciate them and the job they are doing. I appreciate the site they are offering to us all. I understand that you have a hard job and that the software is kludgy and not very easy to use. The point I have been trying to make is that you have a vast pool of people willing to assist in helping. I realize that it will take time to do this training but in the long run it would be for the best.

You said that for the last year you and tiger have been looking at other software options. YOu also mentioned that some of the options would require republishing all the library. With more assistance it seems that this process could be handled without you having to work any harder then you currently do. Look at the excitement that was caused by the last month? I would think that the time taken to train a few more people in how to publish the stories when you are away would be worth it.

[Rabbit1]

Single out for my own quoted post. Thank you Rabbit. I'm surprised that none of shdowrnnrs posts were selected as that seemed to be the persona that caused the most problems.

First off I would like to let both Tiger and Rabbit know that I appreciate them and the job they are doing. I appreciate the site they are offering to us all. I understand that you have a hard job and that the software is kludgy and not very easy to use. The point I have been trying to make is that you have a vast pool of people willing to assist in helping. I realize that it will take time to do this training but in the long run it would be for the best.

You said that for the last year you and tiger have been looking at other software options. YOu also mentioned that some of the options would require republishing all the library. With more assistance it seems that this process could be handled without you having to work any harder then you currently do. Look at the excitement that was caused by the last month? I would think that the time taken to train a few more people in how to publish the stories when you are away would be worth it.

the vast pool of help you mentioned has yet to appear ----we have been trying to recruit and keep moderators ----we have great ones but not many members fall over themselves volunteering ----to do the publishing you have to have access into very sensitive areas of the site ----and one mistake can screw up not only the forum but the story page ---the chat room and the Academy ----so there again ----it is not easy to find people we can entrust that responsibility with ----It took me almost a year to find writers willing to donate time for the Writer's block classes ---we have the best ones there now ---but like I said ---the vast pool of help is just not there ---we went thru an lot of members who thought they might help only for them to fade away -----so until some simplier software is found and in service ---Tiger and I will be the only ones with the ability to publish the stories ----the only reason Tiger trust me with such access is I have been helping him on other forums for years -----so maybe after years of someone helping here in some other job ---he may learn to trust them ---but believe me ---he had trusted a few at some of the other sites ---they got mad and really messed thing up ---it took months to fix---

so if you happen to see the vast pool of volunteers point the to the Super Moderators or the other Admin ---they are still taking apps for Moderators

I know things seem simple to most people ---but it is far from simple ---it is so complicated to publish stories here ---that Tiger taught me over a year ago----and he had to ask me how to do it ----the only reason I remember is I do it most everyday ----so just hang in there for now you are stuck with me doing it ---to the best of my ability and within the time I have to do it ---I do have a life ----a family -----If I were not retired ---I could not keep up with it as good as I have so from time to time when I take a vacation ---no stories will be published

[tessa]

Single out for my own quoted post. Thank you Rabbit. I'm surprised that none of shdowrnnrs posts were selected as that seemed to be the persona that caused the most problems.


Maybe he singled yours out because he felt your question was valid and deserved a response. shdowrunner offered up nothing worth responding to, so maybe that's why his (her?) posts were left back there somewhere.

Good to have you back, Rabbit. And not just 'cause of the stories. :)

[Rabbit1]

Maybe he singled yours out because he felt your question was valid and deserved a response. shdowrunner offered up nothing worth responding to, so maybe that's why his (her?) posts were left back there somewhere.

Good to have you back, Rabbit. And not just 'cause of the stories. :)


thanks Love ---good to be back :blurp_ani