I’d like give a shout out to all the wonderful users contributing to this forum. In addition to the great information here, I want to invite anyone looking for a ST resource that can provide a broader interaction with the users, and encourages constructive chatting on all Things ST.
Please note that in order to keep unsolicited posts and non-ST agenda free from the group, it is a closed group, but I will do my best to review and approve your request asap.
If having an opinion that differs from an admin is bullshit then ya I did. But no I didn’t just post bullshit or anything that most sane folks who run sites would want to ban anyone for. He just wanted to throw his weight around. It’s no big deal. Just warning others to make sure they agree with everything or else.
Because you’re asked to stay on topic, not only upon becoming a member, but in the rules and in all the new member welcomes. That is far from unreasonable and 98% of the users prefer that. There are many groups you can join if you just want to talk in general. Every group has it’s own position. You can even start one with your own rules, but be prepared that there will always be people who disagree with whatever rules you come up with.
Bob, that is the first Facebook group I’ve ever been removed from. And it was because I questioned the fact that you scold people who post things that you feel are off-topic and then immediately close their post to comments. As I said in the post that likely got me removed, a more nuanced approach might be good. You know, something along the lines of, “Thanks for your post but please keep all posts specific to SmartThings.” Seems pretty simple, no? I understand that it’s your group and you can run it however you want. I tried to be a member who contributed in a meaningful way, and I think I did that. In the future, I’ll do that somewhere where the mods sensibilities aren’t quite as fragile. Best, Mark
I did not personally remove you. I appreciate your honesty in the matter. The group runs fairly well most times and most do not recognize that, nor should they in a way. However, when it comes to issues as you saw, it was not as simple as your personal experience form an admin perspective. No need to articulate that here, but just the point that the rules were clear and it has to stop so the group can go back to what it does best - helping each other.
Hey @SuperBob did you Ban me for speaking up about Robert’s rudeness toward me?? Cause the screenshots of it show it was really demeaning for making a polite suggestion on user participation rules.
is in the eye of the beholder, unfortunately. You’re questioning his eyesight?