Robb's Robust Rockets

[Jim Smith]

I don't mean to ruffle feathers. I was just thinking out loud as I was asked to start just one thread and stick to it....And, once I figured out how, that's what I did. It's just takes some getting use to as it's different from the EI board....There, every topic has its own post so you can easily skip over anything. And over there, there was plenty to skip over. I think you'll find my posts to be nearly 100% market related as they've been for 10 years. The one thing about posting, or the lost art of writing letters for that matter, is you can't be sure of your readers response. The nuances and voice inflections which help convey the message are missing so try not to jump to conclusions over my questions or concerns about this site. I believe the more eyes on the market the better and that's why I am reading and writing here.

[Jim Smith]

I am curious, how does one get banned from IBD? What does it mean to be banned?

[IIC]

I am curious, how does one get banned from IBD? What does it mean to be banned?

Jim...I hate to say this.. You really do seem like a nice guy...But where have you been since '95?

There are several ways to get banned...Promotion, Slamming...or in some cases...Know too much...That about covers it IMO...IIC

[DSteckler]

Jim, they're referring to the IBD chat board.

[Jim Smith]

For the first three years as an AOL member, I spent most of my time in the investor chat rooms....That sound ridiculous to even admit at this point....However, in the early days, the investor chat rooms seemed beneficial maybe I was drunk at the time....I posted mostly on specific stock boards like Intel or AOL. After repeating the line about how the AOL/TWX merger was the greatest transfer of wealth and the poorest merger of all time on the AOL board, I came fairly close to being banned myself. I've never posted under any name other than JSmith7070 and don't know how....

[IIC]

For the first three years as an AOL member, I spent most of my time in the investor chat rooms....That sound ridiculous to even admit at this point....However, in the early days, the investor chat rooms seemed beneficial maybe I was drunk at the time....I posted mostly on specific stock boards like Intel or AOL. After repeating the line about how the AOL/TWX merger was the greatest transfer of wealth and the poorest merger of all time on the AOL board, I came fairly close to being banned myself. I've never posted under any name other than JSmith7070 and don't know how....

Jim...Let me tell you...I can tell you are a serious investor...And I personally think that is great...I am too...But at this Forum there is a lot of joking around and personal interaction.

Granted...That sort of stuff is better left to A/H...But I will admit...I've been guilty during market hours between trades...You just need to sift thru a lot of info to see who may have some info that you may find beneficial. JMHO...IIC

[skiracer]

Jim,
You're going to be alright here. The cream always rises to the top so just bear with us and try to make changes in a subtle way. Karel is the guy who makes the changes so try to stay on his good side although he is a Norwegian and yoy know how they are.

[Websman]

Jim,
You're going to be alright here. The cream always rises to the top so just bear with us and try to make changes in a subtle way. Karel is the guy who makes the changes so try to stay on his good side although he is a Norwegian and yoy know how they are.

Karel is Norwegian??? I thought he was Dutch?
Karel, Bent u Noors? Noorwegen is een lange afstand van Nederland.

[billyjoe]

Webs,
Are your talents unlimited ?

billyjoe

[Karel]

Jim,
You're going to be alright here. The cream always rises to the top so just bear with us and try to make changes in a subtle way. Karel is the guy who makes the changes so try to stay on his good side although he is a Norwegian and yoy know how they are.

I am afraid that news is too good to be true. I am Dutch, and you know how WE are

Regards,

Karel

[skiracer]

I am afraid that news is too good to be true. I am Dutch, and you know how WE are

Regards,

Karel

Well you know all you Scandinavian types all look the same when you have those outfits and your clogs on. You know like that little boy on the paint can. Just kidding Karel. Don't know why I thought you were Norwegian. I guess Karel sounds Norwegian to me.

[DSteckler]

<< Don't know why I thought you were Norwegian. >>

Because his location is Nijmegen, NL?

[New-born baby]

If you're not Dutch . . . .

I am afraid that news is too good to be true. I am Dutch, and you know how WE are

Regards,

Karel

Karel,
I have some Dutch folk in my church. They go around saying "If you're not Dutch, you're not much!" They are good people, hardworking, and very, very skillful in what they do. They are research biologists for hogs/cattle. They produce vaccines and dietary supplements to increase production. They have a herd of 1500 head that AVERAGES 105 lbs. of milk per cow per day--over the entire year! (In case you are not a dairyman), that's excellent!

[VGER]

I have some Dutch folk in my church. They go around saying "If you're not Dutch, you're not much!" They are good people, hardworking, and very, very skillful in what they do.

Hi folks, pleased to make your aquaintances. What do you all think of the idea of a two year semi cycle? Russ Vandeventer

[Websman]

I got interogated by a nice dutch customs official while passing through the airport in Amsterdam... Although he grilled me like I was a terrorist, he was very polite while he did it.