Lol.worse subject[b said:Quote[/b] (PlantAKiss @ Dec. 02 2004,9:00)]This whole project is not about age or officers. It is about saving the plants. THAT is the focus here! The very fact that some of you have brought up age and used it as a divisive argument only reinforces the reasons why kids aren't officers on the board of national non-profit organizations.
How about making some constructive suggestions instead of trying to create a problem where there should be none?
Yep...its frustrating when you're young and people seem to put you down because your "a kid." But we've ALL been there. All adults have paid their dues and been just where you are now. So its not like we don't understand the frustration. Unfortunately, it won't be until you get to be an adult that you'll understand why its that way. You can't see it now. But I promise you you will.
If you can't do something positive for this organization, then don't be a part of it. This is a HUGE and very serious undertaking that will take years and years to grow. We will gain members, we will lose members. So there is ample opportunity for lots of people to take part in many different ways.
Show your maturity by 1) typing and communicating like an educated human being 2) taking a role appropriate for your age today and learning as much as you can to prepare for larger roles tomorrow
There are many of you here that know I advocate for the kids any time I can. Unlike SOME people in the CP community, I think our younger members have great value and a lot to offer. You are the future for CPs! BUT...there are some things that will be beyond your scope until you are a little older.
I would suggest if anyone wishes to intelligently debate an issue, that you learn to use proper spelling and English. That goes a long way in being taken seriously.
Your times are screwed up. It would be 9pm eastern, 8pm central, 7pm mountain, 6 pm Pacific. Just thought I would let you know.[b said:Quote[/b] (PlantAKiss @ Dec. 02 2004,2:15)]Just to make sure everyone is clear on the times, its 7 p.m. Eastern time, 8 p.m. Central time and 9 p.m. West coast time. I hope that's right. Somebody correct me if I'm wrong.
Nice personal stab at me. Mind your business, that doesn't concern you. I seemed to have missed the public vote you guys held on age requierment.[b said:Quote[/b] (Bugweed @ Dec. 02 2004,8:54)]Odd that the age requirements would be a problem. Also odd that all the protesters are under that age. If you do not want to be a member, then don't be one. Otherwise, Spec, like the rest of you, will have to follow the rules and wait until he is of age. I also have no doubt he is pushing you guys to pipe up for him. When he is old enough, let him run for a post. (A.E. Give me one name of an organization that is national and has board members under 18, and I will see if the age thing can be reconsidered.Otherwise, take care of your trade business, and quit complaining.)