What you give and what you get

[Harvestman]

For most of us on here, the Christmas period is a time for exchanging gifts. I was thinking about the forum, and its stated aim of having members share their knowledge and opinions and so forth. So I started wondering about what I get out of being a regular in here, and more importantly perhaps, what I contribute.

I had a look at my posts, and many of them seem to be attempts at humour, so I suppose I'm trying to contribute a laugh now and then, or at least a smile. I also seem to have put up a number of pic heavy threads, showing trips I have had in my local area, trying to encourage others to get out and about and enjoy the outdoors.

What I get back is easy. Information, inspiration, entertainment, education, a strong sense of community, and lots of friends (most of whom I have never met)

So...

What do you give, and what do you get?

 

[RonW]

Knowledge....
gained and shared!

 

[joejoe]

support when neded

 

[Neumo]

Apt post for this time of year. I try to help, give my own experiences or advice when it has not been covered yet if I feel I have something to add. The trouble is that 95% of the time the contributers know much more than me or the obvious has already been stated, so I just join in by trying to learn a bit more about the chosen subject. It's the never ending threads that make you think, 'thats a cool idea' or 'got to have a go at making one of those' that keeps me coming back for more. No other forum would have me thinking about what I need to make a pair of snow shoes over the Xmas break...

 

[DaveBromley]

I try to offer help and support when and where it is needed, I gain knowledge and Friendship as well as a feeling that maybe there are some decent people still left in the world lol.

I think that almost all on this forum try to give more than they receive which is why its such a great place and has us all coming back time and time again

Well done to all who participate and all who run this site!!

Dave

 

[lannyman8]

well all of the above really.....i get info, friends, people who i have met, and people im due to meet, and people who i have never met, but class them all as very good friends......

I always try to help with info where i can, I probably come across as a bit of a know it all some times, but im no master, and i try to teach the mistakes as well as the end goal, after all this is how we learn....

I am so greatfull to the side owner, and admin people, who make all this wonderfull FREE info, and resource whithin a few clicks for all to see, and share.......

the best thing though, is having the respect of the other members, i know no person here will willingly upset, anoy, or disrespect me in any way, even if im being a twit........this site really is one big family.......i also know i can count on other members for support when i need it, and no matter what it may be...........

having said that, do i give enough?????????????????????

regards.

chris.........................................