DC Tom Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Tom's being nice? Or is this all part of his master plan to get more victims participants in PPP? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaLoko Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 So, welcome everyone - I think. I'm going to be honest, I'm fairly nervous about this. We have had over 100 registrations in the last 24 hours and I'm not really sure how this will play out, but I'm willing to give it a shot with your cooperation. Brief site history lesson: My name is Scott and I started this website in September 1996. It was hosted on Geocities and its primary purpose was to advertise for my newly formed Bills Backers Club in Maryland. Being a Mac user, I knew nothing about computers, but I am also an engineer so I just rolled up my sleeves and got to work. I quickly realized that I would need to provide regular updates to the site if I wanted people to visit and help me get the word out. That then changed the focus of the site from a club recruitment tool to an outlet for Bills fans. We were in business for years before the NFL ever thought of starting to get involved with the internet. In Feb. of 1998, The Rochester D&C had a message board called HyperBills and they shut it down for a month or so, as it had spiraled out of control. Many posters there emailed me asking if I could add a MB feature to TBD. I think I had it up by the afternoon... Those who came - stayed and that's when we really took off. (So, we have been at this for over 20 years and the Stadium Wall just turned 19). Millions and millions of posts later and deja vu. Board Culture: Although today is probably different from yesteryear, I founded the community with the following goals in mind: 1. A place that I enjoy being around. 2. A place where smart adults would be willing to hang. This doesn't mean everyone needed/needs to be an egghead, just that the average level of discourse needed to be high enough not to chase valuable contributors away. I often contrasted us to the old usenet communities that were unmoderated filth that no educated person would ever associate with for any length of time. 3. That the way I would build this community was neither right nor wrong. Just my way. One of many equally valid ways. 4. That this community could not serve the needs of every fan. Some may want less moderation, some more moderation. We can only choose one path and we know that it could never make everyone happy. 5. Cater to adults over kids. No graphics in signatures and other busy layout schemes. In fact, the text based sigs may be going away to make the even design cleaner. 6. Lightly moderated because the quality of poster we attract wouldn't need to be heavily moderated. In general, if you have a hard time with us - you really have no desire to be a real member of this community. 99% of the members here have never received a warning. Then there are the 1% who have a dozen. 7. A place where females could feel comfortable (for the most part). 8. A place that you can load/read at work without being fired for something grossly inappropriate being displayed on your monitor. Yes, players, coaches and administrators are praised and criticized as each individual poster sees fit. We ask that this is done in good taste. For example, many posters identified Ralph Wilson as being a major part of the organization's dysfunction. That's fine. Discuss it all day. However, openly wishing he would just die was not appreciated and those types of posts were quickly addressed. So, discuss what you wish but try to do it in good taste. Curse words get filtered and I ask that you don't try to change spellings to get around the filter. Everyone can infer the emotion of the !@#$ word you wrote. You don't need to be explicit to make your point. The issue we probably have the most trouble with is "crusading". The bottom line here is that there isn't a single poster on this board that has the power to make any change with the team. And because of that, there is no reason to try and make every single person agree with you by bludgeoning everyone with the same opinion endlessly. Make your point once. Make it twice. Make it when appropriate. Just don't make the same point in every thread, every day, day after day. It just pisses people off. Please don't post racy avatars. This is a work friendly community. In general, if you have to write "NSFW" you should probably not post it. Note that I hand approve all registrations and sometimes that is slow. Please do your best to ease yourself into the community. Read more than you post to start. It would be appreciated. Please leave any BBMB baggage at the door. This is a fresh start for anyone coming here. This would also be GREATLY appreciated. That's all for now. Thanks. Thank you Scott, that was an outstanding recollection of history for this great site! you made me remember of the old Hyperbills site extinction history and how I was lucky to find your board, around my post-Superbowl years urge to look for a trusted source of Bills news, which became later a tremendous experience for a Buffalo Bills fan transplant so far away from Buffalo, with only a fist full of fans like me following the Bills in this lands...I changed many times IDs and I have not posted heavily, but I have been around for 20 years and I really appreciate the work you do!! both as a fan yourself and as an Admin/moderator, i.e. I wish my employer remembered my B-Day as kindly as you do. Welcome to you fellas from BBMB! I look forward to roam around this site with you, Later! Manny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowgirlsFan Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Welcome to TBD! Your eyes aren't deceiving you,I am a Cowboys Fan however my best friend is a HUGE Bills Fan so they are my AFC Team. I came to this board at my best friends suggestion to learn the team and more about WNY. It has exceeded my expectations! I have learned a lot and met many here on TBD that are now cherished friends for life. I envite you guys to join us in the Shout Box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestojan Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Don't talk stevestojan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nervous Guy Posted March 4, 2017 Share Posted March 4, 2017 Don't talk stevestojan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Diesel-USMC Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 So, basically, be an adult? Thanks for having us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 So, basically, be an adult? Thanks for having us. It doesn't sound that hard, does it? But it eludes so many.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Diesel-USMC Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 It doesn't sound that hard, does it? But it eludes so many.... It's actually kind of sad. My favorite part is when they direct immaturity at you, you give it back and suddenly they're somplaining that you're the one who isn't the adult. I suppose it's a byproduct of the internet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wiz Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 It's actually kind of sad. My favorite part is when they direct immaturity at you, you give it back and suddenly they're somplaining that you're the one who isn't the adult. I suppose it's a byproduct of the internet. Whatever you cotton headed ninny muggins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Diesel-USMC Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Whatever you cotton headed ninny muggins. What about this: a tribe of asparagus children, but they’re self-conscious about the way their pee smells? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Maiden Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 So, basically, be an adult? Thanks for having us. Good to see you made it over Diesel.....I was going to miss that wit of yours.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Diesel-USMC Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Good to see you made it over Diesel.....I was going to miss that wit of yours.. Good to see you, too. I have no wit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Whatever you cotton headed ninny muggins. HEY! HEY! HEY! Watch your language! (I think?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iron Maiden Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Good to see you, too. I have no wit. C'mon...take the compliment... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Diesel-USMC Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 HEY! HEY! HEY! Watch your language! (I think?) From the movie "Elf". He meant it one of two ways, which I'm certain we may never know which one was intended. But, it was either an innocent pun directed at the discussion about being an adult ooooooooorrrrrrrrrr........ he rocked me with the definition of the phrase on Urban Dictionary. C'mon...take the compliment... Taken and appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 From the movie "Elf". He meant it one of two ways, which I'm certain we may never know which one was intended. But, it was either an innocent pun directed at the discussion about being an adult ooooooooorrrrrrrrrr........ he rocked me with the definition of the phrase on Urban Dictionary. Taken and appreciated. Buddy the elf, what's your favorite color? Good eye to pick that up though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Diesel-USMC Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Buddy the elf, what's your favorite color? Good eye to pick that up though! I love the movie. Not sure why. I think it's because of all the off the wall stuff that gets said at the most random times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
re enlightener Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 ....can trigger a full retard in some folks. Take that to PPP. But if you do, go there and engage in a real conversation and with factual information And, of course, Can Newton is a lousy, terrible quarterback. also known as a a full boyst62 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyst Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 also known as a a full boyst62says the one who is often ex communicated from our party. What is it, 3 times you've been banned and got a new IP address? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunnerBill Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 We have let in a Tottenham fan. Can someone check the bylaws? I am sure this must be a breach of something... other than just good taste obviously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Joshin' Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Thanks - have come here off and on in past. It will now be my go to BB site. The philosophy you have articulated below will make this a much more enjoyable experience. Too few posters with too many agendas make for poor reading. "The issue we probably have the most trouble with is "crusading". The bottom line here is that there isn't a single poster on this board that has the power to make any change with the team. And because of that, there is no reason to try and make every single person agree with you by bludgeoning everyone with the same opinion endlessly. Make your point once. Make it twice. Make it when appropriate. Just don't make the same point in every thread, every day, day after day. It just pisses people off." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Can we get a list of the one-percenters, please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maury Ballstein Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 I was banned from the bbmb. I hadn't really felt like posting much anyways. Not even sure how much I will post around here. says the one who is often ex communicated from our party. What is it, 3 times you've been banned and got a new IP address? I thought they would ban him again for talking about mothers and "jobs" the other day. Can we get a list of the one-percenters, please? Johnnyp was one but he only lasted a day after attacking the board and jw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 I promise to be on my best behavior....Does this place have a drunk thread anywhere? this is a great introduction thread. thanks for the work put in. Here's a familiar face. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgrochester55 Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 I appreciate the chance to get on the board. Like many, I was surprised when the official BBMB took the sudden proverbial trip to the farm. Looking forward to my time here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dude Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 If you go to boards.buffalobills.com this is what you'll see. For fans whove used the Bills message board Posted by Chris Brown For those fans who have inquired about the fate of the Bills message board, which has long been an interactive area for lively conversation about the team, the organization thanks you for your contributions and support of the Buffalo Bills. We understand that change is difficult sometimes, but with the emerging popularity of Buffalo Bills social media channels, the organization is encouraging fans to use the platforms below to interact and share opinions and facts about our teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 If you go to boards.buffalobills.com this is what you'll see. For fans whove used the Bills message board Posted by Chris Brown For those fans who have inquired about the fate of the Bills message board, which has long been an interactive area for lively conversation about the team, the organization thanks you for your contributions and support of the Buffalo Bills. We understand that change is difficult sometimes, but with the emerging popularity of Buffalo Bills social media channels, the organization is encouraging fans to use the platforms below to interact and share opinions and facts about our teams. It's a joke. The bbmb was the only type of quasi social media that I was on. There is no way I was going to start a Facebook or Twitter account just to discuss the Bills. Thano God for this place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dude Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 It's a joke. The bbmb was the only type of quasi social media that I was on. There is no way I was going to start a Facebook or Twitter account just to discuss the Bills. Thano God for this place. I tweeted Chris Brown about this to inform him that: 1- He's a phony journalist 2- He's Pegula's Goebbel's. Hey, he said he wanted us to tweet him, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 I tweeted Chris Brown about this to inform him that: 1- He's a phony journalist 2- He's Pegula's Goebbel's. Hey, he said he wanted us to tweet him, right? You know who else had his very own Goebbels? Hitler. Pegula, however, is NOT Hitler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fansince88 Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 I thought they would ban him again for talking about mothers and "jobs" the other day. Johnnyp was one but he only lasted a day after attacking the board and jw didnt you expose him back here under a different name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dude Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 You know who else had his very own Goebbels? Hitler. Pegula, however, is NOT Hitler. Yeah, I know. I majored in History. I've heard of this "Hitler." Nonetheless, Chris Brown is the minister of propaganda. I was going for that...not Nazi stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwaggatronMcCoy Posted March 5, 2017 Share Posted March 5, 2017 Quick question. Is there a way to go directly to the last page of a thread on mobile? Or do I have to click next on one hundred page threads and die of old age before I get there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buffaloflash Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Thank You TBD for the welcome mat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommonCents Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Thank You TBD for the welcome mat! Don't slip, our depth chart isn't exactly our strength. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beast Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Thanks for opening your doors! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Duffy Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Thanks man. Glad to have another place to talk Bills football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott7975 Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Thank you very much for giving me another place to hopefully call home with fellow Bills fans. I look forward to discussing our Bills with everyone here. And oh my geocities. I remember geocities. Not your site specifically but in general. I feel so old. Yeah, I know. I majored in History. I've heard of this "Hitler."Nonetheless, Chris Brown is the minister of propaganda. I was going for that...not Nazi stuff. If Chris Brown is the minister then what is John Murphey? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Dude Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 Thank you very much for giving me another place to hopefully call home with fellow Bills fans. I look forward to discussing our Bills with everyone here. And oh my geocities. I remember geocities. Not your site specifically but in general. I feel so old. If Chris Brown is the minister then what is John Murphey? Yo, that's an amazing question. Personally I don't detest Murph as much as I do Chris Brown, because Chris Brown refers to himself as a reporter...and Chris Brown ain't no reporter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strethor Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 (edited) If you go to boards.buffalobills.com this is what you'll see. For fans whove used the Bills message board Posted by Chris Brown For those fans who have inquired about the fate of the Bills message board, which has long been an interactive area for lively conversation about the team, the organization thanks you for your contributions and support of the Buffalo Bills. We understand that change is difficult sometimes, but with the emerging popularity of Buffalo Bills social media channels, the organization is encouraging fans to use the platforms below to interact and share opinions and facts about our teams. But !@#$ any of your data that you didn't have time to archive MUAHHAHAHA.. Some sick joke - no closure. If it wasn't for an established board like this I honestly don't know.. -- Thank you for the warm welcome! We will be on our best behavior and are all forever grateful for TBD Edited March 6, 2017 by Strethor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iinii Posted March 6, 2017 Share Posted March 6, 2017 We have let in a Tottenham fan. Can someone check the bylaws? I am sure this must be a breach of something... other than just good taste obviously.Who is the HotSpur?Can we get a list of the one-percenters, please?Pegs is on that list Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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