I’m done with PentaxForums

**csa** · 02-21-2018, 02:46 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Rondec

I'd really be sorry to see you go, Paul.

This sums it up for us here. We don't want to lose a great member & contributor, so hopefully, you will return.

Gedeon · 02-21-2018, 02:50 PM

So sad....

MarkJerling · 02-21-2018, 03:04 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by monochrome

Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing.

I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource.

When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email.

Gosh, I hope you'll reconsider. If you see too much negativity, please report it and we'll see what we can do to extinguish the flames.

I see quite a few people suggest adding people to your ignore list. While that will, undoubtedly, work, it's not something I do. I do struggle to understand why there are some people on a Pentax Forum that don't seem to have anything good to say about the Pentax brand. Sure, I get that some might have poor experiences with some products - that's understandable. But I don't understand the constant doom and gloom and negative views from some.

photolady95 · 02-21-2018, 03:15 PM - **3 Likes**

You can't leave! We need your level headed discussions here. Please reconsider, Paul.

**Ash** · 02-21-2018, 03:24 PM - **7 Likes**

It is totally understandable to feel disgruntled over negativity this (and other forums) have had people posting on. Members do come and go, but the long standing membership will always compare the forum to when it all began and discussions were indeed quite uplifting. Unfortunately, the environment is only as good as its inhabitants, and the moderation team can do all it can to keep discussions civil and positive, but even then it is up to each individual to contribute amicably. I hope you do return, Paul, and I also hope this becomes a reminder to all that what we post does matter to others.

**BigMackCam** · 02-21-2018, 03:26 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Ash

it is up to each individual to contribute amicably. I hope you do return, Paul, and I also hope this becomes a reminder to all that what we post does matter to others.

Well said, Ash. Well said!

**foxandcrow** · 02-21-2018, 03:27 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by monochrome

Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing.

I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource.

When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email.

I may be kind of new around here but not to life. Sounds like burn out to me. The only thing I know to do is take a vacation. Good luck to you what ever you do.

**Fries** · 02-21-2018, 03:29 PM - **2 Likes**

Paul, thanks for you contributions to this forum. I'll really miss your take on things. I am not active in the topics where all the negativity is on full display. But I do read them and value the fellow members that give a voice to those that have a more sane approach to it all. It may seem like you are drowning in a sea of discontent but there are probably more people like me in the background that are likeminded but less inclined to intervene.

**paulh** · 02-21-2018, 03:36 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Fries

It may seem like you are drowning in a sea of discontent but there are probably more people like me in the background that are likeminded but less inclined to intervene.

Ditto. I pretty much stay out of the fray and keep to the photo-posting and discussion there. I appreciate your work here but fully understand if you need a break. Best of luck!

pakinjapan · 02-21-2018, 03:47 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by monochrome

Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing.

I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource.

When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email.

I pretty much keep to the photo posting and general trouble shooting as many has mentioned too.
There are a lot of self-proclaimed expert in another place as well. Here are my 2 cents, don't use this forum in a way it can / will upset you. I don't engage much or don't engage at all in opinion based posts. It feels good to see people like my photo, ask me shooting related questions, ask me for a meet up when they come here, etc. That is how I use this forum including social media in general.

**ChrisPlatt** · 02-21-2018, 05:19 PM - **5 Likes**

I always look forward to reading your posts on the handful of subforums I participate in.
If everyone were as rational, reasonable and knowledgeable as you this forum would be a far more pleasant place.

Like every forum PF has its share of sociopaths. I'd hate to see you leave.
I hope you can figure out a way to continue participating while somehow limiting your exposure to the knuckleheads.

Chris

**csa** · 02-21-2018, 05:58 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Ash

It is totally understandable to feel disgruntled over negativity this (and other forums) have had people posting on. Members do come and go, but the long standing membership will always compare the forum to when it all began and discussions were indeed quite uplifting. Unfortunately, the environment is only as good as its inhabitants, and the moderation team can do all it can to keep discussions civil and positive, but even then it is up to each individual to contribute amicably. I hope you do return, Paul, and I also hope this becomes a reminder to all that what we post does matter to others.

How very true! It's very easy to post negativity behind a keyboard, while these same individuals probably wouldn't do the same, face to face. The Moderating Team also needs the assistance of the members here. They cannot possibly read every post, so when we see something that we feel is inappropriate, contact the team, and let them handle it. This will help the Moderators, and in the long run, help the members that wish to enjoy this great forum without posts that are inappropriate!

**pepperberry farm** · 02-21-2018, 05:59 PM - **5 Likes**

Originally posted by monochrome

Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing.

I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource.

When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email.

dammit, man, you can't leave now....

I've bought lenses based on your commentary....

I can't be left alone with my LBA....

**BigMackCam** · 02-21-2018, 06:02 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by csa

The Moderating Team also needs the assistance of the members here. They cannot possibly read every post, so when we see something that we feel is inappropriate, contact the team, and let them handle it. This will help the Moderators, and in the long run, help the members that wish to enjoy this great forum without posts that are inappropriate!

You, Carol, are a dream to work with

Thanks for the helpful comment

alamo5000 · 02-21-2018, 06:59 PM

Originally posted by monochrome

Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing.

I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource.

When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email.

I stay centered by selective participation. If the thread has more than three pages to it, unless it's a photo sharing thread, avoid it.

Also I might add that I select what I peruse by thread title. Certain topics don't interest me.

02-21-2018, 02:50 PM	#17
Gedeon Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 246	So sad.... Last edited by BigMackCam; 02-21-2018 at 02:55 PM. Reason: Inappropriate

02-21-2018, 03:47 PM - 3 Likes	#25
pakinjapan Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Tokyo Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,041	Originally posted by monochrome Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing. I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource. When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email. I pretty much keep to the photo posting and general trouble shooting as many has mentioned too. There are a lot of self-proclaimed expert in another place as well. Here are my 2 cents, don't use this forum in a way it can / will upset you. I don't engage much or don't engage at all in opinion based posts. It feels good to see people like my photo, ask me shooting related questions, ask me for a meet up when they come here, etc. That is how I use this forum including social media in general. Last edited by pakinjapan; 02-21-2018 at 04:02 PM.

02-21-2018, 05:19 PM - 5 Likes	#26
ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,697	To Monochrome I always look forward to reading your posts on the handful of subforums I participate in. If everyone were as rational, reasonable and knowledgeable as you this forum would be a far more pleasant place. Like every forum PF has its share of sociopaths. I'd hate to see you leave. I hope you can figure out a way to continue participating while somehow limiting your exposure to the knuckleheads. Chris

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02-21-2018, 02:46 PM - 1 Like	#16
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Originally posted by Rondec I'd really be sorry to see you go, Paul. This sums it up for us here. We don't want to lose a great member & contributor, so hopefully, you will return.

02-21-2018, 03:04 PM - 3 Likes	#18
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,422	Originally posted by monochrome Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing. I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource. When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email. Gosh, I hope you'll reconsider. If you see too much negativity, please report it and we'll see what we can do to extinguish the flames. I see quite a few people suggest adding people to your ignore list. While that will, undoubtedly, work, it's not something I do. I do struggle to understand why there are some people on a Pentax Forum that don't seem to have anything good to say about the Pentax brand. Sure, I get that some might have poor experiences with some products - that's understandable. But I don't understand the constant doom and gloom and negative views from some.

02-21-2018, 03:15 PM - 3 Likes	#19
photolady95 Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Cruising the forum watching his back Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,712	You can't leave! We need your level headed discussions here. Please reconsider, Paul.

02-21-2018, 03:24 PM - 7 Likes	#20
Ash Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toowoomba, Queensland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 23,920	It is totally understandable to feel disgruntled over negativity this (and other forums) have had people posting on. Members do come and go, but the long standing membership will always compare the forum to when it all began and discussions were indeed quite uplifting. Unfortunately, the environment is only as good as its inhabitants, and the moderation team can do all it can to keep discussions civil and positive, but even then it is up to each individual to contribute amicably. I hope you do return, Paul, and I also hope this becomes a reminder to all that what we post does matter to others.

02-21-2018, 03:26 PM - 1 Like	#21
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,695	Originally posted by Ash it is up to each individual to contribute amicably. I hope you do return, Paul, and I also hope this becomes a reminder to all that what we post does matter to others. Well said, Ash. Well said!

02-21-2018, 03:27 PM - 2 Likes	#22
foxandcrow Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,995	Originally posted by monochrome Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing. I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource. When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email. I may be kind of new around here but not to life. Sounds like burn out to me. The only thing I know to do is take a vacation. Good luck to you what ever you do.

02-21-2018, 03:29 PM - 2 Likes	#23
Fries Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gauw Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,582	Paul, thanks for you contributions to this forum. I'll really miss your take on things. I am not active in the topics where all the negativity is on full display. But I do read them and value the fellow members that give a voice to those that have a more sane approach to it all. It may seem like you are drowning in a sea of discontent but there are probably more people like me in the background that are likeminded but less inclined to intervene.

02-21-2018, 03:36 PM - 1 Like	#24
paulh Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW Texas/Ventura County, CA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 33,308	Originally posted by Fries It may seem like you are drowning in a sea of discontent but there are probably more people like me in the background that are likeminded but less inclined to intervene. Ditto. I pretty much stay out of the fray and keep to the photo-posting and discussion there. I appreciate your work here but fully understand if you need a break. Best of luck!

02-21-2018, 05:58 PM - 2 Likes	#27
csa Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Montana mountains Posts: 10,133	Originally posted by Ash It is totally understandable to feel disgruntled over negativity this (and other forums) have had people posting on. Members do come and go, but the long standing membership will always compare the forum to when it all began and discussions were indeed quite uplifting. Unfortunately, the environment is only as good as its inhabitants, and the moderation team can do all it can to keep discussions civil and positive, but even then it is up to each individual to contribute amicably. I hope you do return, Paul, and I also hope this becomes a reminder to all that what we post does matter to others. How very true! It's very easy to post negativity behind a keyboard, while these same individuals probably wouldn't do the same, face to face. The Moderating Team also needs the assistance of the members here. They cannot possibly read every post, so when we see something that we feel is inappropriate, contact the team, and let them handle it. This will help the Moderators, and in the long run, help the members that wish to enjoy this great forum without posts that are inappropriate!

02-21-2018, 05:59 PM - 5 Likes	#28
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,766	Originally posted by monochrome Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing. I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource. When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email. dammit, man, you can't leave now.... I've bought lenses based on your commentary.... I can't be left alone with my LBA....

02-21-2018, 06:02 PM - 1 Like	#29
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,695	Originally posted by csa The Moderating Team also needs the assistance of the members here. They cannot possibly read every post, so when we see something that we feel is inappropriate, contact the team, and let them handle it. This will help the Moderators, and in the long run, help the members that wish to enjoy this great forum without posts that are inappropriate! You, Carol, are a dream to work with Thanks for the helpful comment

02-21-2018, 06:59 PM	#30
alamo5000 Pentaxian Join Date: May 2012 Posts: 2,962	Originally posted by monochrome Not that I think it matters. I can’t take the snark, criticism, misinformation, negative opinion, whinging and general self-centered garbage posting anymore. Enjoy your virtue signaling and Brand bashing. I’ll post Feedback on any purchases in the pipeline and read about the new gear on Imaging Resource. When the flaming stops someone please PM. I’ll get an email. I stay centered by selective participation. If the thread has more than three pages to it, unless it's a photo sharing thread, avoid it. Also I might add that I select what I peruse by thread title. Certain topics don't interest me.