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Question the World?

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Why do you park in a driveway and drive on a park way? Why does Starkist Tuna have Charlie Tuna promote the eating of his own kind? Why do they call it a pair of pants? Shouldn't it be a pair of pant? Why do you always have one sock less when you fold your laundry even though you know you didn't leave it in the washer or dryer or lose it on the way? So why do nice guys always date witchy women? Why do we rely on rich politicians to make decisions for the common man? Why is it that rich people get everything given to them for free? I could go on and on.....

This group is for anyone who ever questions the world. It can be something that just confuses you, something that makes you laugh, something that makes you passionate, or something that just makes you mad. Come share your thoughts and ask the questions that you want to know the answers to and even answer questions for others.

Thank you for joining!

Jeff

RE: What's a good alternative to Going.com?

I'm pleased to see some participation by "management" here, but wonder why it does not encourage people to post their questions and comments in the "Going Feedback" group - http://boston.going.com/group-219;Goi...

Subsequent to the 5/20 site redesign there was a lot of bitching and moaning in QTW, but no constructive ideas were made.

Instead, people voted with their feet and stopped participating.

That group posts (public, not private, I would hope) appear on the home page in "buzz" shows management supports groups. The blame for decreased participation lies squarely with group members and owners / administrators, many of whom are AWOL.

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Nick

What's a good alternative to Going.com? + -

Nick Sep 2 at 2008, 4:43 PM

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Nick said "Seriously, what happened? Nothing but tumbleweed all over the website. A year ago this was kicking it. What went "

Seriously, what happened? Nothing but tumbleweed all over the website. A year ago this was kicking it. What went wrong?

(or, is there some other party that no one told me about. Come on, fess up!!!)
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  Paul Sep 2 at 2008, 5:17 PM
  
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  Paul said "Mostly Going kept changing their format to de-emphasize the group chats. I don't get it because it was what built "
  
  Mostly Going kept changing their format to de-emphasize the group chats. I don't get it because it was what built a community, even though most of the lurkers didn't participate, for those who did it was a great way to get to know people before meeting them in person. The troll wars didn't help matters either.
  
  As far as alternatives go, a bunch of folks jumped over to Facebook. If you want to find another social networking site to find events and a sense of community (although no real chat there either) try meetup.com. When I moved to Seattle, I landed on meetup and it's pretty good. Pretty much anything you want to do, there is a meetup for it - happy hours, singles, new to town, hiking, kayaking, dining out, wine tastings, cultural sh!t, and most importantly, beer meerups - at least that is the scene in Seattle - not sure how the boston scene is, but I'd guess not much different.
  
  ...but check out Facebook first. I can send a couple of links privately if you like.
  1. Paul
    
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    Paul Sep 2 at 2008, 5:19 PM
    
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    Paul said "Oh, and I just checked out their Bete site link. On a positive note, I think it is good that they let ppl beta the c"
    
    Oh, and I just checked out their Bete site link. On a positive note, I think it is good that they let ppl beta the changes now instead of just changing everything one day. On the downside, groups seem to be more hidden than they are now. Oh well... we saw the writing on the wall!
    1. Fred
      
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      Fred Sep 2 at 2008, 7:03 PM
      
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      Fred said "Too bad I liked this site but I think it's getting kinda pooped out. I think with out the networking chat it will su"
      
      Too bad I liked this site but I think it's getting kinda pooped out. I think with out the networking chat it will suffer but I guess I will facebook... I have been resisting but I guess maybe they do some things better anyway. Seems like they are hoping for a buy out.
      1. Natalia
        
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        Natalia Sep 2 at 2008, 10:26 PM
        
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        Natalia said "I still get emails from going, and I go on mostly to look for events, because, to be honest you can't find nearly as"
        
        I still get emails from going, and I go on mostly to look for events, because, to be honest you can't find nearly as many events on Facebook as you can on Going.
        
        However, I don't find the groups here aren't as appealing as on Facebook. Maybe the older versions were better, but I wouldn't know that.
        
        Why don't you start some topics?
        
        Sharon
        
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        Sharon Sep 3 at 2008, 1:12 AM
        
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        Sharon said "I don't see why no one from the site just make an post right when the page loads up not just for members only. Thsy"
        
        I don't see why no one from the site just make an post right when the page loads up not just for members only. Thsy can sorry about the sudden changes in the past we were trying to make the site better and we will do our best to listen to you opinion on ways to get it back on track. Really I hsve facebook and I just about hate the site. It's to find people you already know. If you find someone you think you want to be friends with its asks something along the lines of "why be there friend if you don't know them"?. Hiding the groups was a bad idea because since there is not a chat area it's the closest people get to talking one on one other the messaging one on one which not everyone likes doing. I was here around the time when this site was still called hey lets go. I seen this site show up in articles and it's really sad to see whats happening. Not only do I see everyone asking "hey whats going on" but I can really tell the difference from what this site use to be to what it has become. Like they gave up or something. If my spelling is bad sorry they don't have a spell check and im a bad speller.
        
        Roy
        
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        Roy Sep 3 at 2008, 9:14 AM
        
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        Roy said "Hi Sharon, Thanks for your comments. With the updates we released on Monday, we were trying to strongly support"
        
        Hi Sharon,
        
        Thanks for your comments. With the updates we released on Monday, we were trying to strongly support groups.
        
        Specifically:
        1) The new City Buzz element on the home page. Take a look at the home page, you will see that your post (and mine) in this group are featured right at the top of the home page on the left side.
        
        This is the first time that we are featuring talk from all across the site so high on the home page.
        
        So, hopefully that should greatly contribute to the visibility and activity in groups.
        
        2) Groups are now featured in the very first navigation menu, Things to Do. They have their own section, it is in bold, and includes access to both browsing groups and My Groups.
        
        We are always interested in your thoughts on these, and other things you would like to see.
        
        Regards,
        Roy
        
        Jeff
        
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        Jeff Sep 3 at 2008, 2:08 PM
        
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        Jeff said "I'm pleased to see some participation by "management" here, but wonder why it does not encourage people to post the"
        
        I'm pleased to see some participation by "management" here, but wonder why it does not encourage people to post their questions and comments in the "Going Feedback" group - http://boston.going.com/group-219;Goi...
        
        Subsequent to the 5/20 site redesign there was a lot of bitching and moaning in QTW, but no constructive ideas were made.
        
        Instead, people voted with their feet and stopped participating.
        
        That group posts (public, not private, I would hope) appear on the home page in "buzz" shows management supports groups. The blame for decreased participation lies squarely with group members and owners / administrators, many of whom are AWOL.
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Julia

where is everyone? + -

Julia Jul 2 at 2008, 2:38 PM

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Julia said "Does anyone post here (or on other groups) anymore? Have we all had our questions answered? what happened to cub"

Does anyone post here (or on other groups) anymore? Have we all had our questions answered?

what happened to cubicle culture?
1. Fred
  
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  Fred Jul 2 at 2008, 9:09 PM
  
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  Fred said "I have been on politics uncensored it has been a blast lately"
  
  I have been on politics uncensored it has been a blast lately
  1. Semper Fi
    
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    Semper Fi Jul 3 at 2008, 7:48 AM
    
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    Semper Fi said "Politics Unsensored is right. Nothing is censored there because nothing is being said. What a pitiful waste."
    
    Politics Unsensored is right. Nothing is censored there because nothing is being said. What a pitiful waste.
    1. Fred
      
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      Fred Jul 4 at 2008, 8:39 AM
      
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      Fred said "I don't know if thats true... but you have really helped keep the conversation going strong and you add a different v"
      
      I don't know if thats true... but you have really helped keep the conversation going strong and you add a different view to the whole group and I will be the first to tell you I appreciate that. The group was created to hash out differences and even fight if we want, so it is working... Please don't get discouraged keep speaking your mind!!!
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      ferrin Jul 22 at 2008, 3:28 PM
      
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      ferrin said "Semper Fi, I've got to get to know you better. You are really insightful and brash. I like that alot!"
      
      Semper Fi, I've got to get to know you better. You are really insightful and brash. I like that alot!
      1. Semper Fi
        
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        Semper Fi Aug 31 at 2008, 11:43 PM
        
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        Semper Fi said "Just toss a msg my way... I'm always up for a conversation"
        
        Just toss a msg my way... I'm always up for a conversation
        
        ferrin
        
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        ferrin Sep 1 at 2008, 12:32 AM
        
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        ferrin said "Is it Hoorah in the Marines, friend? Cause, that's the expression I wish to use...Hoorah!"
        
        Is it Hoorah in the Marines, friend? Cause, that's the expression I wish to use...Hoorah!
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2. Jeff
  
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  Jeff Jul 15 at 2008, 10:23 AM
  
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  Jeff said ""166,310 Active This week" (home page). Wasn't it something like 700,000 last week?"
  
  "166,310 Active This week" (home page).
  
  Wasn't it something like 700,000 last week?
3. Jeff
  
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  Jeff Aug 20 at 2008, 10:27 PM
  
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  Jeff said "Well, at least the spammers are keeping the post count up."
  
  Well, at least the spammers are keeping the post count up.
  1. Fred
    
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    Fred Aug 21 at 2008, 6:41 PM
    
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    Fred said "asleep at the wheel"
    
    asleep at the wheel
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Derrick

New Web Television Show + -

Derrick Aug 20 at 2008, 12:15 PM

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Derrick said "Welcome Ladies and Gentlemen to Double Edge TV, I�€™m your creator, and host Derrick Carey. Double E"

Welcome Ladies and Gentlemen to Double Edge TV, Iâ€™m your creator, and host Derrick Carey. Double Edge TV has launched its first segment The Heart Behind the Music. Double Edge TV gives inspiring Musicians the opportunity to promote their tour dates, Gigs, new Album releases. It also giveâ€™s the viewers the opportunity to get to know their local musicians a little better, but remember each artist performs directly after the show.
You can view episodes of Double Edge TV at www.myspace.com/dastad or at www.youtube.com/dastad.

Basic Tags will be: Double Edge TV, The Heart Behind the Music, Derrick Carey, Music, or the name of the band.

Thank you for your time, good night, and God bless from Double Edge TV

Artist this week:
Michael Pace - Singer, Guitarist from the Band Oxford Collapse - New York City Based
Trevor Portz: - Singer, Guitarist from the Band Pawn Star - New York City Based
Liquor Boxx - Shy Town, the Windy City Chicago Illinois

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brusewa...

The Summers Biggest Party "The Sizzla" Tonight Sat. July 26th NYC !! + -

brusewa... Jul 26 at 2008, 7:12 AM

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brusewa... said "Into having a great time then this event is just right for you.. The Sizzla party & Showcase Tonight...click on the"

Into having a great time then this event is just right for you.. The Sizzla party & Showcase Tonight...click on the link for full info www.going.com/sizzla

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Mookie

for the summer movie goers..."WHAT COMPELS A 'SUPER' TO PUT THE SMACK DOWN ON MAMA?" + -

Mookie Jul 23 at 2008, 3:00 PM

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Mookie said ""Christian Bale was in London, where his mother and sister reportedly leveled assault allegations against the star "

"Christian Bale was in London, where his mother and sister reportedly leveled assault allegations against the star of "The Dark Knight" that have yet to become clear."

**sigh** - shouldn't laugh...shouldn't dare, but i do and just did. woops...well, it seems the darkest threat is hereditary...who knew!>?
1. DWBL
  
  RE: for the summer movie goers..."WHAT COMPELS A 'SUPER' TO PUT THE SMACK DOWN ON MAMA?" + -
  
  DWBL Jul 23 at 2008, 9:23 PM
  
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  DWBL said "nice one."
  
  nice one.
  1. EvilTwin
    
    RE: for the summer movie goers..."WHAT COMPELS A 'SUPER' TO PUT THE SMACK DOWN ON MAMA?" + -
    
    EvilTwin Jul 24 at 2008, 12:40 PM
    
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    EvilTwin said "They just want to sue him to get money from Bruce Wayne. Thats all."
    
    They just want to sue him to get money from Bruce Wayne. Thats all.
2. Fred
  
  RE: for the summer movie goers..."WHAT COMPELS A 'SUPER' TO PUT THE SMACK DOWN ON MAMA?" + -
  
  Fred Jul 25 at 2008, 6:56 AM
  
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  Fred said "Mmmmmmmmmm... Christian Bale"
  
  Mmmmmmmmmm... Christian Bale
  1. Mookie
    
    RE: for the summer movie goers..."WHAT COMPELS A 'SUPER' TO PUT THE SMACK DOWN ON MAMA?" + -
    
    Mookie Jul 25 at 2008, 11:38 AM
    
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    Mookie said "**sigh** yeah, i'd "bale" him out, show mama where it really hurts and allow him to credit me a viper or something"
    
    **sigh** yeah, i'd "bale" him out, show mama where it really hurts and allow him to credit me a viper or something. haha i heard this whole thing was due too a request for money...and/or an insult against his wife - well, i say trade in the ol' gal anyways, take me, and this whole thing's a WRAP! end of story.
    
    vote mookieb.
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Jeff

Did you know? Over 1,000 Going members want to try sky diving. + -

Jeff Jul 11 at 2008, 7:43 PM

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Jeff said "Last week it was 900. What's the fascination with jumping out of a perfectly good airplane?"

Last week it was 900.

What's the fascination with jumping out of a perfectly good airplane?
1. krstnjohan...
  
  RE: Did you know? Over 1,000 Going members want to try sky diving. + -
  
  krstnjohan... Jul 12 at 2008, 12:01 PM
  
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  krstnjohan... said "Forget about the airplane - what a rush! Words cannot describe it. I can say that you are too high up to see the gro"
  
  Forget about the airplane - what a rush! Words cannot describe it. I can say that you are too high up to see the ground rushing at you, so it feels more like an intense form of flying. If one goes tandem with the instructer, there are four chutes between you!
  
  If jumping out of an airplane is how it ends for me, then I will die with an enormous smile on my face. CHEERS
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Joe

Jumvo Shrimp??? + -

Joe Jun 26 at 2008, 4:43 AM

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Joe said "No, I won't even go there (its a joke already). What drives me nut are people whos say thery' truely unique! Or a U"

No, I won't even go there (its a joke already). What drives me nut are people whos say thery' truely unique! Or a Unique Individual. Or any manifestation thereof! You people derive me NUTS!!!
1. Jeff
  
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  Jeff Jul 11 at 2008, 7:44 PM
  
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  Jeff said "Or "military intelligence"?"
  
  Or "military intelligence"?
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Paine

Are the political winds shifting? + -

Paine Jul 11 at 2008, 4:46 PM

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Paine said "Not posting the entire story here due to its political nature. Please read at http://going.com/group-2197;Impeach_"

Not posting the entire story here due to its political nature. Please read at http://going.com/group-2197;Impeach_C...

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Susan

Great Summertime Song Lyrics.. anyone else really feelin' it in this weather??!! + -

Susan Jun 11 at 2008, 4:24 PM

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Susan said "do some people wind up with the one that they adore in a heart-shaped hotel room it's what a heart is for the bubb"

do some people wind up with the one that they adore
in a heart-shaped hotel room it's what a heart is for
the bubble floats so madly will it stay sky-high?
hello partner
kiss your name bye-bye
sometimes...

romantic Piscean seeks angel in disguise
Chinese-speaking girlfriend big brown eyes
Liverpudlian lady sophisticated male
hello partner
tell me love can't fail

& it's you & me in the summertime
we'll be hand in hand down in the park
with a squeeze & a sigh & that twinkle in your eye
& all the sunshine banishes the dark

do some people wind up with the one that they abhor
in a distant hell-hole room third world war
but all I see is films where a colourless despair
meant angry young men with immaculate hair
sometimes...

get up a voice inside says there's no time for looking down
only a pound a word & you're talking to the town
but how do you coin the phrase though that will set your soul apart?
just to touch
a lonely heart

& it's you & me in the summertime
we'll be hand in hand down in the park
with a squeeze & a sigh & that twinkle in your eye
& all the sunshine banishes the dark

& it's you I need in the summertime
as I turn my white skin red
two peas from the same pod yes we are
or have I read too much fiction?
is this how it happens?

The Sundays
1. Jeff
  
  Big Brother and The Holding Company - Summertime + -
  
  Jeff Jun 11 at 2008, 4:51 PM
  
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  Jeff said "The Hollywood Palace Cheap Thrills Recording Session Artist: George Gershwin S"
  
  The Hollywood Palace
  
  Cheap Thrills Recording Session
  
  Artist: George Gershwin
  Song: Summertime
  
  Summertime,
  And the livin' is easy
  Fish are jumpin'
  And the cotton is high
  
  Your daddy's rich
  And your mamma's good lookin'
  So hush little baby
  Don't you cry
  
  One of these mornings
  You're going to rise up singing
  Then you'll spread your wings
  And you'll take to the sky
  
  But till that morning
  There's a'nothing can harm you
  With daddy and mamma standing by
  
  Summertime,
  And the livin' is easy
  Fish are jumpin'
  And the cotton is high
  
  Your daddy's rich
  And your mamma's good lookin'
  So hush little baby
  Don't you cry
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    Fred Jun 12 at 2008, 2:23 PM
    
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    Fred said "I put on Nina's version... I love them both!"
    
    I put on Nina's version... I love them both!
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    Mister said " "
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      Mister said " "