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All right, you godless lot. Time for a fun, positive, feel-good game!

When was the last time you gave someone a sincere compliment? A friendly acknowledgment that made their day, week, month, or life?

Tag a member (as many as you want) and let them know what you like about them.

Please keep superficial physical attributes out of it. This is not an opportunity to highlight one's capacity for creepiness. All compliments should express an acknowledgement and appreciation of one or more of the subject's skills, achievements, non-physical attributes, etc.

Finally--to avoid the awkwardness of forced compliments--the recipient is not obligated and not allowed within this thread to send a compliment back to the sender. (Go ahead and send it somewhere else if you wish, but--again--you shouldn't feel obligated to do so and the original sender should not expect it.)

I'll start!

@Sheannutt, I've already told you what I think about you. You strike me as a sweet person and I enjoy your positive presence here.

@MrLizard, thank you for the advice you gave me. You had no idea who I was when I asked for help but you generously shared anyway.

@genessa, thanks for sticking up for a stranger and not jumping to conclusions.

And @CaroleKay, I appreciate the drought-tolerant gardening group you created and am impressed by your artistry.

Okay, let's keep this ball rolling, peeps! Remember: Stay positive and have fun!

Cheers,
E

misternatureboy 7 Sep 30
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@Jonado, thanks for blocking me. My time on the site now is drama free, almost a Zen experience without you. It's lovely. ♥

lolol

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Thank you for this opportunity @misterNatureBoy. It's important to tell people how special they are to us!

I have met so many wonderful people on this site. The number is too large to even begin mentioning them one by one. But I do especially want to call out the offenders group. It was started when so many of us were being beaten up and bullied for having an opinion. We were facing people that were reacting as opposed to acting. We didn't know where to go with it and feeling like step-children we sat quietly in the background and cried Softly. Somehow we all found each other, put a lot of time, care and effort into getting to know each other personally which is no easy task when the number gets up into the hundreds. Our bonds are strong and we have each other's backs!

I'm sure the elders on agnostic can tell so many of the same kind of friendship stories and I look forward to hearing them all! Anyone that I've ever had the joy to converse with on PM knows how I feel about them! This site and all of you rock! I am absolutely certain You Know Who You Are if you're one of my favorites here!

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Oh man, I'm late to this party. There are SO many of you I absolutely adore, many have been tagged on here already and others complimented them much more beautifully than I could have managed.
@Kafir is madly talented, wildly prolific and a genuinely good friend and person. I honestly can't think of a better set of qualities.
@Bingst is a quiet voice of compassion and reason that will sneak a laugh out of you AND fix your tech issues. You are all wonderful friends and I'm happy to have met you all.
And most of all @Admin for creating this community. I value the people I've met on here and everything I've learned so very, very much. Thank you.

Thank you, Possum! I'm blushing right now! You rock too!

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Ok rules are for breaking...@kenriley & @BeeHappy nothing would make me happier than kicking back and necking a few beers..or whatever your pleasure is with you guys..you are truly unique and fantastic people..if I get stateside I'm gonna look you guys up and take you out to dinner and drinks at the best restaurant in town on me..and if you ever get within a hairs breadth of Ireland..let me know..same deal..your money is no good here..
That goes for all you offensive reprobate..yes you too Val! ..just don't all come the same frieken day..or I'll have to remortgage the house...its a royal pain in the ass living on the other side of the world..but no matter...in my country here for the community means something..and so do you guys!

Flattery will get you everywhere!! ?

@kenriley ? I would bring the entire Offenders over here If I could....If I do come in to any real money..as opposed to regular salary..it would work out cheaper to fly there..and get a few meets going..that would be great..but in truth if I could get a group over here to meet up for a week of fun here it would be fantastic..I know it's nigh on impossible to commit to 1 week of eating and drinking in Dublin..but for atmosphere alone..its hard to beat...

@kenriley

We would have a ball...never say never!

@kenriley That would be easy...every pub in Ireland welcomes musicians...I would be proud as punch!

@kenriley

I met an American gentleman about a month ago..I was having dinner in a great pub in Carrick-on-shannon called the Oarsman..great pub..that also serve the best food in that town. I was enjoying a beautiful seafood Chowder..when this American musician started playing a guitar solo...it was one of my favourite tunes Ashokan Farewell..but played on guitar as opposed to violin/fiddle...I left the table to thank him for playing that tune..and shook his hand...he was very happy for it too. I asked the barman to bring him over a drink and charge it to my bill.
Do you know this tune Ken? You may recognise it as the theme tune to Ken Burn's brilliant Civil War Documentary ...??

@kenriley

It's a fine tune..with a recognisable Irish sound..must have been some Irish influence there surely...

@kenriley This one you will recognise from the last of the mohicans..

It's called the Gael..meaning Irish..I wonder would this translate well to acoustic guitar?..

@kenriley

?? Yep..its a tough one alright..maybe a Flamenco fast fingered Spanish guitarist could have some fun with it..?

@ProudMary

You know it could have been..Im clueless as to the actual origin..no...I was just observing that it is so like the type of style we have here..that there may have been some Irish influence in the writing of the piece..☺

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@Hankster - for being able to pull the crap out of my leg - without my realizing it. (And pretty much what everyone else has said too).

@Duke for being that crazy brother.

@GuyKeith for trying to inject some reason (Keep trying - they might hear you!).

@SukiSue for her way of seeing things differently.

@kenriley for being a truly nice guy. (That's honestly one of the best things you can be in my book).

@phxbillcee For being 'disagreeable' in the best ways possible. And for all the shoring up when I need it. You might be the most fun to debate with person on site and it's a well kept secret! (no more!).

Okay I'm pretty sure you guys know precisely how I feel because I tell you! . You folks I talk to every single day know who you are and that I do actually love and care about you.

@AMGT That you power on despite all? Inspirational.

So are the photos of the kitties (and that I've told you!).

I love you, too. Bunches & bunches! Also, I think the term your looking for is "snarky", 'cause I'm that even when I agree!!! I will be there whenever you need!

@kenriley You can be an asshole and be nice in my book. I'm conflicted. 😉

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I try to tell someone (even random strangers) how great they look, or compliment a turn of phrase, or Something, every single day!

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Fuck that, this is the offenders group and I like all the fucking members. OK !

Uh, no it's not. Check the Group, Gramps.

@GuyKeith
See, I fucked up again !

Val, you're a very cool and fookin' funny fellow 🙂

@MST3K
I still fuck up !

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I feel it is important to recognize a person who does their best. When I was working, I made sure to thank every nurse who helped me. I told every momma that I was proud of them after they gave birth. I thank everyone in service industries, from the checkout at the grocery line to the server in the restaurant. I like for people to know they are appreciated.

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I told a young friend of mine and her young band (all in their early 20's)what a good job they did after their debut last night, because they did. Thinking about it, l compliment people all the time. It is such an easy thing to do, and hopefully makes a person feel a little better.

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Thank you, @travelerx2 for the great idea.

@Stacey48, Thank you for expressing your appreciation of my writing.

@chefbdad, I appreciate your sweet comment.

@KevinTwining, Aww..gee..shucks.. (sound of scraping boot.) Thank you for your compliment!

@HonkyBMcFunky, You always make me laugh! - “I have a pretty massive crush on LiterateHiker, but she is too far away and way too rational to deal with my crazy ass.”

@Bendog, Love your sense of humor.

You know you're a hottie... come on now!

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I think that my elderly neighbor thought that I was hitting on him when I complemented him on how he looked in his red jacket. It was a really nice shade of red.

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Awesome post!

Gracias!

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I told my office mate just the other day that I was proud of his ability to tell his left from his right in only two tries.

godef Level 7 Sep 30, 2018

Truth. I struggle with that shit, lol.

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i did tell the bar staff earlier they were not as ugly as the last one

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@KenRiley, thanks for being a friend through thick and thin. You are very gifted in many ways, and you should share more of of your videos. ♥

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@Xuande I have never met a more awesome individual. You are the best at everything. This world would literally not survive without you. If I could, I would marry you. Please never die?

Thanks for playing. You are the best.

@misternatureboy Thanks man, you're not so bad yourself!

You gotta love yourself first. While I took it to an extreme, I just think that should serve as a reminder to also be kind to yourself.

@Xuande No need to apologize. I sense you are a funny jerk who has his share of kind moments and it would be hypocritical for me to dislike you.

I may have just complimented you. Well played, sir.

Now I'm going to take your advice and love myself. REACHES FOR LOTION

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Thanks! @misternatureboy I appreciate your talent for photography and your love of plants and am grateful that you are in my group. You deserve and are worthy of a compliment.

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today. thrice. i went to the ordway theatre for a cookies and coffee reception followed by a season preview, a couple arias from each selection from the coming season. it was wonderful. as i went to get some cookies, i saw a guy wearing a t-shirt that said VOTE and i told him i loved his t-shirt. then the woman who sat down next to me in the front row when it was time for the performance took off a lovely black fur(fake i hope)-lined cape and i told her it was pretty. on the way home, on the metro mobility bus, i told another passenger how nice her earrings were; they were in the shape of crowns, which meant nothing to me, but they were glittery, which i liked, and i said so. all three people seemed to be glad to receive the sartorial compliment. i was not able to compliment the performers individually but i did applaud; did that count?

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@LetzGetReal yep! and i was being honest all three times. i wasn't reaching; my reactons were natural.

g

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Not on this site, but I did give one to my mentor for undergrad since she's helped me out a lot

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Sorry, I tell women how beautiful they are all the time, whether I know them or not--you may find it creepy but I'm guessing if some woman you were attracted to told you that you were handsome you wouldn't find it "creepy.". But it's your game and your rules. Nice game!

lerlo Level 8 Sep 30, 2018
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Most recent was this morning when the neighbor kids ran across my property.

"GET OFF MY FUCKING LAWN"

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Bah! Humbug!

Proper sentiment.

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Last evening. Since I'm in Pacific Time (Washington State), I just woke up.

I complimented a new member and intelligent, witty Agnostic.com members.

[agnostic.com]

I'm in CA and haven't slept. This site will be the death of me, ha ha.

@misternatureboy AND...this site might be the cause of my carpal tunnel problem. (Wry smile here)

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I've really got to think long and hard on that one. Let me check my calendar and I'll get back to you.

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It is nice to give compliments when merited. It is rather gauche to talk about them with others or put them on public display.

@maturin1919 -- Neither. I was just one of those unfortunate children who was taught that preserving the dignity of others and that of my own were positive inputs into the social endeavor. That if there was something good to be said, by all means say it, but keep it private unless there was some overall good to accrue to the person being complimented by making it public -- but to consider the latter carefully so as not to create embarrassment or any other discomfort to the recipient.

Killjoys, on the other hand, take pleasure in raining on everyone's parade without any consideration. In other words, not a killjoy, but I retain the right to express an opinion honestly held.

Thank you for sharing your opinion. It's nice to show appreciation. You may be too classy to appreciate a public display of it but it I believe quite a few of us don't mind.

@misternatureboy -- It's not a matter of being classy, but we'll let it go at that.

@KissedbySun Thanks for sharing that perspective. I believe, however, that members are mature enough to be able to not take this as seriously as you claim. This isn't high school and non-theists are pretty good at dealing with rejection. We're resilient--give us more credit.

@misternatureboy -- True, that.

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