How to remove all posts ala Chris A.?

cookie · January-17th-2005, 10:45 AM

How do I un-register or at least erase all of my posts like Chris A. did? I need a substantial break. Is this something I need to request?

I would just go away, but that's hard when it's such a habit. I feel I need to unregister, clean out my posts and remove my bookmarks. Then I can wash my hands.

Thanks for your assistance.

Dennis Gonzalez · January-17th-2005, 10:51 AM

What's going on, Cookie?

January-17th-2005, 11:05 AM

Start deleting, Cookie. That's what Chris did, and when he got to 5000 he decided he had deleted enough and left.

Tom Storer · January-17th-2005, 11:25 AM

Cookie! Don't do anything so drastic! You can take a break and come back whenever, but you've given us more than your share of great posts and it's not fair to erase them.

If you really feel like you want to absolutely stop posting for a while but don't think you can do it, maybe you could ask Lois to artificially "ban" you until you ask for your posting rights back.

Is everything OK?

January-17th-2005, 11:34 AM

Oh jesus, is this how addicting the internet has become?

Just stop fucking coming here. I did it for about 3 or four weeks last February. It was quite nice actually.

Gentle Giant · January-17th-2005, 11:37 AM

I agree. Take a sabbatical if you must, but don't get all administrative about it. It'll just add stress.

Hope everything is OK. We'll miss you and hope you return before long.

cookie · January-17th-2005, 12:18 PM

Fuck you, Scott.

I want to get rid of things because much of what I said was very personal. I'm sort of in a burn-and-start-over-phase. I think I said too much about some things.

I've thought about this for a while. It isn't so much about addiction as it is about new directions.

People announce when they're taking a vacation. I'm trying to be respectful and non-emotional in finding a way to remove the stuff that I feel could bite me or my family on my ass (alcoholism, marriage, job etc). Then I feel that I can take a long walk away. I assume that if anyone here really cares about me or my music, they will know where to find me.

Guess I should have just left. I should have expected this "don't let the door hit yer ass" reaction.

Whatever. People are quick to be mean here and I'm quick to get mad or hurt

Chris D · January-17th-2005, 12:27 PM

Do what you have to, cookie. Take care of yourself.

Jazzzoline · January-17th-2005, 12:34 PM

Cookie,
whatever you decide to do, I want you to know that I really enjoy reading you.

January-17th-2005, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Cookie

Fuck you, Scott.

HEY!!!!

I'm just trying to help goddammitt!!

If I started a thread like this, people would be coming in here riding my ass about seeking attention. Especially that nasty ass Dupre.

Besides, I'm all about the tough love approach, baby!

You wanna go, go.

You wanna get rid of some of your posts, start fucking deleting.

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I'm sort of in a burn-and-start-over-phase.

Or as I like to call it, a "get out of jail free" phase.

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It isn't so much about addiction as it is about new directions.

Oh? This from the same Cookie who said in her first post:

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I would just go away, but that's hard when it's such a habit.

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I think I said too much about some things.

Oh my. How terrible. Hey Cookie, join the fucking club.

So you said some shit you didn't mean, or no longer agree with. So what? that's what life is. So don't fucking say it anymore. But don't be a pain in Ma's ass(that's my job).

Leave. Get your shit together, and if you feel like dropping in some time in the future you can bet that the rest of us rancid motherfuckers will still be here, still dribbling on about the same tired ass horseshit.

And we'll be glad to see you again.

tippy · January-17th-2005, 12:56 PM

Hey cookie. I totally understand why you might want personal stuff off the board--it can make one feel vulnerable--it's the price of honesty, but...I truly don't think you have anything to feel worried about. You are *genuine.* That's rare and, on top of your other amazing qualities, makes you extra cool imho. If you feel the need to start over, that certainly is your choice to make and I imagine you could follow up on a sincere desire with mone or lois. But mostly I would like to stress that I think your contributions are to be celebrated (as others have stated), and rather than feeling that paranoia creepiness of having revealed yourself (which I have felt many times), I think a more powerful way to deal with that is just to shrug it off and say, what's done is done. If you are worried about being exploited, then by all means...but it sounds to me like you are just experiencing discomfort. Try not to let negative feelings seep in...jazz corner can be good for practicing that and it's a useful skill to develop. (Er...I hope I don't sound too patronizing, cookie, just I relate to what you say and wanted to express my own way of dealing--you know, when at my *best.*)

January-17th-2005, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Tippy

paranoia creepiness of having revealed yourself

What the hell is that?

You know, maybe someone could answer why so many folks here are hung up? What the hell is the matter with revealing yourself here?

Do you want this place, and all those you interact with here to just be anonymous, impersonal toys?

Pete C · January-17th-2005, 01:06 PM

Cookie, the numbers tell the truth. You're only 10% as addicted as me.

tippy · January-17th-2005, 01:10 PM

Well, one time, Scott, this guy named Tim Kroesen--I guess--who wasn't even a participant here emailed the firm I worked for with some faux pornography I'd written around here in jest and threatened to sue them because he said that I'd slandered him--a guy I didn't even know was real. I was mortified to say the least. That is partially why I won't do hangs anymore--it makes me feel a little scared and I prefer anonymity.

And recently there was a family in New Jersey, four people, murdered, they think, possibly by message board participants with whom the father had had heated debates over religion. That's only preliminary conjecture, but it certainly could happen. There're a lot of nutters out there.

January-17th-2005, 01:13 PM

True enough.

But, concerning your first paragraph, you wrote a pornographic tale about a guy named Tim Kroeson, and he ended up being a real person? I guess I may be reading it wrong.

tippy · January-17th-2005, 01:20 PM

no the pornography thread was a joke that did not include him but he sent it as samples of my writing.

January-17th-2005, 01:23 PM

Ok, obviously the guy was a loon, but if you didn't mention him by name, how did he try to say you slandered him? Did he insert his name into the writings?

Jazzooo · January-17th-2005, 01:27 PM

"Guess I should have just left. I should have expected this "don't let the door hit yer ass" reaction. "

I saw most people wishing you well and asking if you're ok, cookie. If you've got to go, of course no one can tell you otherwise. I'll miss having you around. I'm not inner circle enough to 'know where to find you.' I always thought I could find you here. ANyway, best of luck--I wish you weren't leaving angry, but maybe I'm reading it wrong.

graypencil · January-17th-2005, 01:28 PM

Hey Cookie:

I know how you feel ..just take a break ( I've done it myself on several occasions in the past )

I hope all is right otherwise ..

yer buddy, da graypencil ..

tippy · January-17th-2005, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott Dolan

Ok, obviously the guy was a loon, but if you didn't mention him by name, how did he try to say you slandered him? Did he insert his name into the writings?

I think I used the word 'Kroesenopolis' which was Deep's story about him. They used to tease him for looking like a marshmallow I guess. I never really understood it--he was a remnant from another jazz board that blew up--but I'd thought he was a character from Deep's fiction. It's pretty damn funny actually. The managing partner never looked at me the same after that.

Dr Dave · January-17th-2005, 01:38 PM

Cookie: I am familiar with the desire to re-invent oneself. Often this means getting rid of as much of as the previous self as possible. I take no offense, and wish you all the best.

Jazzzoline · January-17th-2005, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by tippy

I think I used the word 'Kroesenopolis' which was Deep's story about him. They used to tease him for looking like a marshmallow I guess. I never really understood it--he was a remnant from another jazz board that blew up--but I'd thought he was a character from Deep's fiction. It's pretty damn funny actually. The managing partner never looked at me the same after that.

Damn, that's story is scary and funny at the same time. But I agree with you weirdos are to be found everywhere. It's easier to detect them in real life (I think).

January-17th-2005, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr Dave

Cookie: I am familiar with the desire to re-invent oneself. Often this means getting rid of as much of as the previous self as possible.

I couldn't agree more.

I did it after I got out of prison. But erasing the past just doesn't cut it with me.

Richardo Caerleoni · January-17th-2005, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cookie

Fuck you, Scott.

I want to get rid of things because much of what I said was very personal. I'm sort of in a burn-and-start-over-phase. I think I said too much about some things.

I've thought about this for a while. It isn't so much about addiction as it is about new directions.

People announce when they're taking a vacation. I'm trying to be respectful and non-emotional in finding a way to remove the stuff that I feel could bite me or my family on my ass (alcoholism, marriage, job etc). Then I feel that I can take a long walk away. I assume that if anyone here really cares about me or my music, they will know where to find me.

Guess I should have just left. I should have expected this "don't let the door hit yer ass" reaction.

Whatever. People are quick to be mean here and I'm quick to get mad or hurt

Cookie... I don't know you, and you don't know me....But, "People are quick to be mean here"?...WEll, not in my experience, and I have posted enough rubbish to know!
What I have read of your posts have been great...Hey, who really knows who is posting and what they are going through...We've just lost two very good/close Swedish friends in the Indian Ocean "thing".. my partner can't sleep...so I listen to Miles and write to here...argue with people, learn a lot and move on. Once you've got "jazz" you can't lose it...and it gets you thro a lot of very bad times...

Best - Richard/Anna....hurry back.

Mike Schwartz · January-17th-2005, 02:50 PM

Cookie,
To echo the sentiments of others...take as long a break as you need

TO ME...the reality of some personal stuff being in the archives doesn't amount to much of anything

I'd find it highly doubtful that anyone is scouring past posts of yours to revel in some past discomfort you may have typed in cyberspace. The sum total of it all comes up a big fat ZERO, whether it's mine or yours or anyone elses.

If you read the responses in all the different styles and personalities, everyone wishes you well, however you proceed & whatever you decide to do

cookie · January-17th-2005, 02:58 PM

Thanks for your kind words, especially those who understand what I'm saying. I do realize that most people are being nice. I'm sorry if my skin is thin and the couple of "why don't people ever just go away?" comments rankled.

As for deletions: I found out through email how to do it (thanks to the person who mailed that info). I thought it might be an easy one-step deal. Since it isn't, I'll work on it in my own time though I *will* consider just leaving it alone (Tip's post and a conversation with my husband made me decide to just leave it alone at least for a little whille).

Please understand that my reasons for leaving are varied and mostly personal (i.e. not about you). I don't think I've ever taken a step back since the old JCS days. Anyway....

You don't have to be on the "inside" to find me. cookiecoogan.com says all you need to know. Someday, I hope you'll visit.

Thanks to everyone. See ya 'round.

patricia · January-17th-2005, 03:27 PM

Do what you have to do, Cookie.
I think that we tend to forget that everyone on JC has a real life and real situations that need our attention.
I know that I've gone through many traumatic events since I first started to post here, attracted by the jazz discussions and hangin' around because I found the personalities to be so intriguing.
Sometimes we need a break to re-group and knowing that the board can actually delay dealing with our personal lives, I understand. Getting our ducks in a row is much more important. Do that.
Just don't go away forever. I love your postings and...........you have my e-mail address if you want to vent.
Au Revoir, but come back. We'll miss you.

Richardo Caerleoni · January-17th-2005, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cookie

Thanks for your kind words, especially those who understand what I'm saying. I do realize that most people are being nice. I'm sorry if my skin is thin and the couple of "why don't people ever just go away?" comments rankled.

As for deletions: I found out through email how to do it (thanks to the person who mailed that info). I thought it might be an easy one-step deal. Since it isn't, I'll work on it in my own time though I *will* consider just leaving it alone (Tip's post and a conversation with my husband made me decide to just leave it alone at least for a little whille).

Please understand that my reasons for leaving are varied and mostly personal (i.e. not about you). I don't think I've ever taken a step back since the old JCS days. Anyway....

You don't have to be on the "inside" to find me. cookiecoogan.com says all you need to know. Someday, I hope you'll visit.

Thanks to everyone. See ya 'round.

Cookie...YOU TAKE CARE...AND IF YOU EVER WANT A BREAK IN DENMARK?..MORE THAN (VERY) WELCOME...believe it or not, people care!

Richard/Anna.

January-17th-2005, 03:31 PM

Ron Thorne · January-17th-2005, 04:49 PM

Cookie, I'll miss your presence around here greatly, but understand that you have to do what you need to do for your own peace of mind. I hope that your return to Jazz Corner is swift, though.

I've been thinking of you and SinginSumo a lot lately, what with the next round of American Idol getting ready to fly.

You know how to reach me, so feel free to do so if you need to vent or just yak about stuff.

Take care, Cookie.

Your Alaskan pal,

Ron