Chubbs the tegu
Well-Known Member
Thats just a google pic lolllI would freakin stomp you into that damn tube. You did that just for the photo, right?
Thats just a google pic lolllI would freakin stomp you into that damn tube. You did that just for the photo, right?
I'm so darn stupid I always fall for your lousy tricksThats just a google pic lolll
Thats what friends are forI'm so darn stupid I always fall for your lousy tricks
What irritates me about answers to newbie questions is when no one answers for a while then a different newbie jumps in with the wrong answer.The advantage with a “mentor program” is that a new person with Sulcata questions could be paired up with a Sulcata owner who maybe also lives in the same area, state, region. Of course “Master Gurus” (Like Yvonne, Tom, Will, MarkW, Zovick, etc) would always be able to provide their sage wisdom. But if a NEWB was receptive to a willing mentor it might help. Would eliminate the barrage of similar questions/answers, and the mentor can always reach out. Etc. Of course, as with anything the devil is in the details. We couldn't get the Photo Contest to run last year, so this might even be more challenging to administer. Anyhow, just some random thoughts.
Yes, but how much toothpaste do you put on the toothbrush? If you do it like a toothpaste commercial, you waste a lot of toothpaste...Does anybody know how to get this darn toothpaste on to the toothbrush??? No instructions smh
I do that! Im done brushing and around my mouth looks like ive been up to no good hahhaaYes, but how much toothpaste do you put on the toothbrush? If you do it like a toothpaste commercial, you waste a lot of toothpaste...
Unfortunately, we don't have a budget to pay the mentors... And from a volunteer (or voluntary) standpoint, it's a lot of work.The advantage with a “mentor program” is that a new person with Sulcata questions could be paired up with a Sulcata owner who maybe also lives in the same area, state, region. Of course “Master Gurus” (Like Yvonne, Tom, Will, MarkW, Zovick, etc) would always be able to provide their sage wisdom. But if a NEWB was receptive to a willing mentor it might help. Would eliminate the barrage of similar questions/answers, and the mentor can always reach out. Etc. Of course, as with anything the devil is in the details. We couldn't get the Photo Contest to run last year, so this might even be more challenging to administer. Anyhow, just some random thoughts.
And for u sick minds out there... i meant eating a marshmallow donutI do that! Im done brushing and around my mouth looks like ive been up to no good hahhaa
Unfortunately, we don't have a budget to pay the mentors... And from a volunteer (or voluntary) standpoint, it's a lot of work.
I agree... but, that many questions just seemed a little off.. I’m a firm believer in asking when you don’t know something but you have to be willing to learn.. and to listen to the correct answer..Lots of people ask lots of questions that are just as easily researched. I think ppl like having others do their research! Or like being told What to do!
I can definitely agree with this. Nothing like getting a sulcata as your first reptile (and pet, for that matter) at the age of 12, only to realize that your 1 and a half year of research was done in all of the wrong placesMore frustrated than angry, I think... Although maybe a little bit angry toward the parents for not researching what they're getting into. Even the smartest kid needs help and support for something like a tortoise. We've seen plenty of threads with adults that need varying degrees of help with getting it right.
The learning curve for a 13-year-old... with a hatchling tortoise... is HUGE. Usually we get to deal with the parents directly. However, we do have a number of new, young members on the forum, and well... We need to raise them right.
Actually, I recently had that exact experience. I'm not an idiot, I CAN research a subject my own self. However, I posted my question and I was answered by one of those, 'smarter than I members' who I happen to like a lot. And because my dumba** question really was dumb, the comments to me were pretty sarcastic. I asked a dumb question because the answer was so obvious that I didn't see it, really. Frankly, I think the reasoning behind not doing your own research is because of...taaaa daaa...laziness
The advantage with a “mentor program” is that a new person with Sulcata questions could be paired up with a Sulcata owner who maybe also lives in the same area, state, region. Of course “Master Gurus” (Like Yvonne, Tom, Will, MarkW, Zovick, etc) would always be able to provide their sage wisdom. But if a NEWB was receptive to a willing mentor it might help. Would eliminate the barrage of similar questions/answers, and the mentor can always reach out. Etc. Of course, as with anything the devil is in the details. We couldn't get the Photo Contest to run last year, so this might even be more challenging to administer. Anyhow, just some random thoughts.
AGREEWhat irritates me about answers to newbie questions is when no one answers for a while then a different newbie jumps in with the wrong answer.
I wish people would refer those repeat questions to our FAQ section.
God bless the soul that gets u as a mentor ?I like that train of thought!
Unfortunately, we don't have a budget to pay the mentors... And from a volunteer (or voluntary) standpoint, it's a lot of work.
I can definitely agree with this. Nothing like getting a sulcata as your first reptile (and pet, for that matter) at the age of 12, only to realize that your 1 and a half year of research was done in all of the wrong places
Good thing I found the forum! Definitely saved Curtis, and gave me the information to take in my new boy, Button View attachment 299579
Yeah.. there’s very few subjects that I would be beneficial as a mentor.... but God does bless people so it could happen ?God bless the soul that gets u as a mentor ?
Bless me to win powerball ? not be a mentorYeah.. there’s very few subjects that I would be beneficial as a mentor.... but God does bless people so it could happen ?