theblether Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I got in trouble yesterday ( again, daily occurrence you know ), for overuse of this emoticon. How can such a cute wee emoticon raise such bile in some members? So it got me thinking what emoticons do you really hate? I'm only a wee bit interested so don't be getting your knickers in a twist eh? Just sayin' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thaddeus Posted June 7, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted June 7, 2013 Rarely use them myself, some will always grab the wrong end of the stick regardless, intentionally or not. I especially despise sticking a on the end of a self post. If it's funny, I'll tell you, if you feel the need to tell me, it probably isn't. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbamboo Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 They serve a purpose for those English speakers who struggle with punctuation and those Americans who struggle with irony. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoslim Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 I love em Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theblether Posted June 7, 2013 Author Share Posted June 7, 2013 Me too. Although I'm not very keen on this one But I do find this one to be appropriate at times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldChinaHam Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 (edited) I don't like them, I never use them, they belong in children's books. Once you have seen this, "", twice you do not need. If you need emoticons, then you should draw them yourself and post them to provide more nuance to your message, at the time of posting. Like fresh coffee. Every one has now become a cliche. And I try to overlook them. But use them if you must, it just shows your age. Edited June 7, 2013 by OldChinaHam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldChinaHam Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 They serve a purpose for those English speakers who struggle with punctuation and those Americans who struggle with irony. You are of course implying that these two groups might be one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted June 7, 2013 Share Posted June 7, 2013 When ever I see this one ... it's usually time to move on, particularly if I've judged the Member to have good posting form. Very rarely does any ever apologise on the Forum, so maybe this one is the least used ... For me, this gem is underutilised ... ... actually, I could have used that one recently ... note to self. So 'hate them' ... no ... a fun and enjoyable part of the Forum ... . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 I particularly despise the misuse of the "Let sleeping dogs lie" icon. I don't understand the usage of theBlether's favourite "stinking hangover" icon, either. and as for the epileptic fit icon, well, that's just in poor taste. I do like David's WWE Pantomimie icon, though. Oh yes I do. SC 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocN Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 I don't care... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rijb Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 They serve a purpose for those English speakers who struggle with punctuation and those Americans who struggle with irony. You are of course implying that these two groups might be one? Wow! It's impressive when 'experts' on irony, and the English language, give us a demonstration. My gift to them: (the most irritating emoticon I can find) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookMan Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob8891 Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 Emoticons?? One I would often to use as a response, (but never do), is but it might convey to the misguided and confused that their post somehow excites me .... so I resort to instead. BTW, I hate posts littered with emoticons..... ...Ooops I used that already... let's have instead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 I think theblether is channelling through you ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeaverage Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 When ever I see this one ... it's usually time to move on, particularly if I've judged the Member to have good posting form. Very rarely does any ever apologise on the Forum, so maybe this one is the least used ... For me, this gem is underutilised ... ... actually, I could have used that one recently ... note to self. So 'hate them' ... no ... a fun and enjoyable part of the Forum ... . good posting form? sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yoslim Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 When ever I see this one ... it's usually time to move on, particularly if I've judged the Member to have good posting form. Very rarely does any ever apologise on the Forum, so maybe this one is the least used ... For me, this gem is underutilised ... ... actually, I could have used that one recently ... note to self. So 'hate them' ... no ... a fun and enjoyable part of the Forum ... . good posting form? sad. really ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krisb Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 I thought your new avatar pic was an M&M Blether, now I see its an excercising emoticon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancealot Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 I still think there are not enough emoticons. TV should have more. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokie36 Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 (edited) Edited for content unbecoming this fine thread. Edited June 8, 2013 by smokie36 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xen Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 I need to use a sarcasm / humour emoticon as on many occasions my attempts at humour are interpreted as being serious..( It may very well be it is not humorous to anybody else but myself???) . I got a roasting a while ago when a post of mine was misunderstood and this was because my form of humour is often self effacing . Problem is there is so many different levels of humour and also it appears a lot of posters take themselves too seriously. Which one should i use for those who do not recognise sarcasm or attempted "humour" ?. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 I love em Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsquared Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 I don't hate them......I just think that they add a bit of lightheartedness to the post. Can always tell those who take themselves too seriously by some of the negative comments about them. My two favourites..... .......and ..... Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overherebc Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 They serve a purpose for those English speakers who struggle with punctuation and those Americans who struggle with irony. Irony in the states is bit on the same lines as coppery and silvery , innit ? Note. No emoticon Sh-t Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rijb Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 They serve a purpose for those English speakers who struggle with punctuation and those Americans who struggle with irony. Irony in the states is bit on the same lines as coppery and silvery , innit ? Note. No emoticon Sh-t No emoticon, plenty of flatus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wooloomooloo Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 I don't mind them as such, but this one particular irks me. There's too much going on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loptr Posted June 9, 2013 Share Posted June 9, 2013 Me tinks the blether is grasping at straws for thread topics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overherebc Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 They serve a purpose for those English speakers who struggle with punctuation and those Americans who struggle with irony. Irony in the states is bit on the same lines as coppery and silvery , innit ? Note. No emoticon Sh-t No emoticon, plenty of flatus. Correct word. Note to all who use flatulence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habfan Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 (edited) I need to use a sarcasm / humour emoticon as on many occasions my attempts at humour are interpreted as being serious..( It may very well be it is not humorous to anybody else but myself???) . I got a roasting a while ago when a post of mine was misunderstood and this was because my form of humour is often self effacing . Problem is there is so many different levels of humour and also it appears a lot of posters take themselves too seriously. Which one should i use for those who do not recognise sarcasm or attempted "humour" ?. Me to! I live in constant fear that some tv'er will misconstrue the intended humor in a post and rip me a new one online. Edited June 10, 2013 by habfan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manarak Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 emoticons are ok, I want a emoticon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 emoticons are ok, I want a emoticon There are a few ... but this one did shine ... However, for uniformity the Forum has a standard size for them and this one to large. So you would get this ... ... not as much fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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