Discussion:
Meet the new boss...
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Sid Nuncius
2019-01-09 19:58:39 UTC
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...Quite similar to the old boss in many ways, but subtly different in
others.

One of those ways is that although I look at all umratic posts, I get
very fed up with spending a long time scrolling through untrimmed posts
just to find a word or two at the end. I do sometimes give up and go on
to the next one so if you want your BTNs to be noticed and considered,
EDIT YOUR POST! Snip all but the nominated BT and *relevant* quoted
context which makes it clear why the contribution is BT.

Seriously - if your BTN is at the end of a very long, unedited post with
a lot of quoted text which has no bearing on the nomination, it probably
won't be read, let alone considered.

Secondly, because I don't listen to TA any more, I may not read on-topic
posts about TA with complete diligence. If a BTN is made to which I
have not responded within a day or two, you may re-post it with a new
thread title "For the BTM" or similar and I will consider it in the
normal way. Any suggestion of backsliding by the BTM will be met with A
Very Stern Glare.

Thirdly, I wonder if an umrat who is in touch with Paul would let him
know of the instigation of Linda Tame Virtual Trophy for Mere Vulgarity
("The Bottoms"), as Linda may be cheered by the news.

Thank you. That is all.

No - this time it really is.
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Sid (Make sure Matron is away when you reply)
vk
2019-01-09 20:12:43 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
EDIT YOUR POST!
Ok.
BrritSki
2019-01-09 21:37:31 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
EDIT YOUR POST!
Ok.
LOL. #Arsecrawler
Sid Nuncius
2019-01-10 06:13:38 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
EDIT YOUR POST!
Ok.
:o))
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Serena Blanchflower
2019-01-09 20:15:34 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
Thirdly, I wonder if an umrat who is in touch with Paul would let him
know of the instigation of Linda Tame Virtual Trophy for Mere Vulgarity
("The Bottoms"), as Linda may be cheered by the news.
I have just been sending BTMS a postcard and have told her about it,
along with your usurping the role of BTM :)
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Best wishes, Serena
Inside every old person is a young person wondering, 'What the hell
happened?'
Fenny
2019-01-09 20:49:37 UTC
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On Wed, 9 Jan 2019 19:58:39 +0000, Sid Nuncius
Post by Sid Nuncius
One of those ways is that although I look at all umratic posts, I get
very fed up with spending a long time scrolling through untrimmed posts
just to find a word or two at the end. I do sometimes give up and go on
to the next one so if you want your BTNs to be noticed and considered,
EDIT YOUR POST!
My hero! And not just for BTNs.
--
Fenny
J. P. Gilliver (John)
2019-01-09 21:29:17 UTC
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Post by Fenny
On Wed, 9 Jan 2019 19:58:39 +0000, Sid Nuncius
Post by Sid Nuncius
One of those ways is that although I look at all umratic posts, I get
very fed up with spending a long time scrolling through untrimmed posts
just to find a word or two at the end. I do sometimes give up and go on
to the next one so if you want your BTNs to be noticed and considered,
EDIT YOUR POST!
My hero! And not just for BTNs.
+1.
--
J. P. Gilliver. UMRA: 1960/<1985 MB++G()AL-IS-Ch++(p)***@T+H+Sh0!:`)DNAf

Can a blue man sing the whites?
BrritSki
2019-01-09 21:35:38 UTC
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On 09/01/2019 19:58, Sid Nuncius wrote:
<snipped as requested>
Post by Sid Nuncius
Thirdly, I wonder if an umrat who is in touch with Paul would let him
know of the instigation of Linda Tame Virtual Trophy for Mere Vulgarity
("The Bottoms"), as Linda may be cheered by the news.
Already done #arsecrawling #doubledown
Flop
2019-01-09 22:10:38 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
EDIT YOUR POST!
+1 Shear delight
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Flop

I want to re-marry my ex.
She thinks I am after my money.
Sam Plusnet
2019-01-09 23:38:51 UTC
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Post by Flop
Post by Sid Nuncius
EDIT YOUR POST!
+1 Shear delight
You've stuck a pair of scissors in your letter-flap?
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Sam Plusnet
Jane Vernon
2019-01-10 07:52:25 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
...Quite similar to the old boss in many ways, but subtly different in
others.
<snip differences>

<swoon>
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Jane
The Potter in the Purple socks - to reply, please remove PURPLE
BTME

http://www.clothandclay.co.uk/umra/cookbook.htm - Umrats' recipes
Mike
2019-01-10 08:53:56 UTC
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Post by Jane Vernon
<snip differences>
<swoon>
Ouch!
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Toodle Pip
SODAM
2019-01-10 18:39:37 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
...Quite similar to the old boss in many ways, but subtly different in
others.
One of those ways is that although I look at all umratic posts, I get
very fed up with spending a long time scrolling through untrimmed posts
just to find a word or two at the end. I do sometimes give up and go on
to the next one so if you want your BTNs to be noticed and considered,
EDIT YOUR POST! Snip all but the nominated BT and *relevant* quoted
context which makes it clear why the contribution is BT.
Seriously - if your BTN is at the end of a very long, unedited post with
a lot of quoted text which has no bearing on the nomination, it probably
won't be read, let alone considered.
Secondly, because I don't listen to TA any more, I may not read on-topic
posts about TA with complete diligence. If a BTN is made to which I
have not responded within a day or two, you may re-post it with a new
thread title "For the BTM" or similar and I will consider it in the
normal way. Any suggestion of backsliding by the BTM will be met with A
Very Stern Glare.
Thirdly, I wonder if an umrat who is in touch with Paul would let him
know of the instigation of Linda Tame Virtual Trophy for Mere Vulgarity
("The Bottoms"), as Linda may be cheered by the news.
Thank you. That is all.
No - this time it really is.
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
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SODAM
The thinking umrat’s choice for editor
Chris McMillan
2019-01-10 19:01:25 UTC
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Post by SODAM
Post by Sid Nuncius
...Quite similar to the old boss in many ways, but subtly different in
others.
One of those ways is that although I look at all umratic posts, I get
very fed up with spending a long time scrolling through untrimmed posts
just to find a word or two at the end. I do sometimes give up and go on
to the next one so if you want your BTNs to be noticed and considered,
EDIT YOUR POST! Snip all but the nominated BT and *relevant* quoted
context which makes it clear why the contribution is BT.
Seriously - if your BTN is at the end of a very long, unedited post with
a lot of quoted text which has no bearing on the nomination, it probably
won't be read, let alone considered.
Secondly, because I don't listen to TA any more, I may not read on-topic
posts about TA with complete diligence. If a BTN is made to which I
have not responded within a day or two, you may re-post it with a new
thread title "For the BTM" or similar and I will consider it in the
normal way. Any suggestion of backsliding by the BTM will be met with A
Very Stern Glare.
Thirdly, I wonder if an umrat who is in touch with Paul would let him
know of the instigation of Linda Tame Virtual Trophy for Mere Vulgarity
("The Bottoms"), as Linda may be cheered by the news.
Thank you. That is all.
No - this time it really is.
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Thanks, SODAM

Sincerely Chris
Vicky Ayech
2019-01-10 19:26:34 UTC
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Post by SODAM
Post by Sid Nuncius
...Quite similar to the old boss in many ways, but subtly different in
others.
One of those ways is that although I look at all umratic posts, I get
very fed up with spending a long time scrolling through untrimmed posts
just to find a word or two at the end. I do sometimes give up and go on
to the next one so if you want your BTNs to be noticed and considered,
EDIT YOUR POST! Snip all but the nominated BT and *relevant* quoted
context which makes it clear why the contribution is BT.
Seriously - if your BTN is at the end of a very long, unedited post with
a lot of quoted text which has no bearing on the nomination, it probably
won't be read, let alone considered.
Secondly, because I don't listen to TA any more, I may not read on-topic
posts about TA with complete diligence. If a BTN is made to which I
have not responded within a day or two, you may re-post it with a new
thread title "For the BTM" or similar and I will consider it in the
normal way. Any suggestion of backsliding by the BTM will be met with A
Very Stern Glare.
Thirdly, I wonder if an umrat who is in touch with Paul would let him
know of the instigation of Linda Tame Virtual Trophy for Mere Vulgarity
("The Bottoms"), as Linda may be cheered by the news.
Thank you. That is all.
No - this time it really is.
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Please say I am thinking of her and send my best wishes
Nick Odell
2019-01-10 20:46:10 UTC
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Post by Vicky Ayech
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Please say I am thinking of her and send my best wishes
I think that goes for all of us. [1]

Nick
[1]All-inclusive statement made in an attempt to minimise line usage and
allay the wrath of the BTM
SODAM
2019-01-11 01:03:38 UTC
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Post by Nick Odell
On Thu, 10 Jan 2019 18:39:37 +0000,
Please say I am thinking of her and send my best wishes
I think that goes for all of us. [1]
Nick
[1]All-inclusive statement made in an attempt to minimise line usage and
allay the wrath of the BTM
A very wise precaution. The wrath of the BTM is terrible to behold.
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SODAM
The thinking umrat’s choice for editor
Mike
2019-01-11 08:29:45 UTC
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Post by SODAM
A very wise precaution. The wrath of the BTM is terrible to behold.
Even Matron quivers....!
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Toodle Pip
Sam Plusnet
2019-01-11 20:52:00 UTC
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Post by Mike
Post by SODAM
A very wise precaution. The wrath of the BTM is terrible to behold.
Even Matron quivers....!
No, the heating's on the blink again.
--
Sam Plusnet
BrritSki
2019-01-11 08:44:34 UTC
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Post by Nick Odell
Post by Vicky Ayech
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Please say I am thinking of her and send my best wishes
I think that goes for all of us. [1]
Nick
[1]All-inclusive statement made in an attempt to minimise line usage and
allay the wrath of the BTM
I'll probably cop a lot of flak, but I zinc I am going to iron out any
problems, show a bit of steel, and alloy the wrath of the BTM. Get in !
Mike
2019-01-11 08:59:28 UTC
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Post by BrritSki
I'll probably cop a lot of flak, but I zinc I am going to iron out any
problems, show a bit of steel, and alloy the wrath of the BTM. Get in !
I see you are on your mettle today!
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Toodle Pip
Sid Nuncius
2019-01-11 09:33:31 UTC
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Post by BrritSki
Post by Nick Odell
[1]All-inclusive statement made in an attempt to minimise line usage
and allay the wrath of the BTM
I'll probably cop a lot of flak, but I zinc I am going to iron out any
problems, show a bit of steel, and alloy the wrath of the BTM. Get in !
You'd better cover your arse, Nick, and hope my compewter doesn't go
into smeltdown. This might prompt me to follow where you lead, and nick
a load of quoted text from people's posts.
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Sid (Make sure Matron is away when you reply)
BrritSki
2019-01-11 14:13:16 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
Post by BrritSki
Post by Nick Odell
[1]All-inclusive statement made in an attempt to minimise line usage
and allay the wrath of the BTM
I'll probably cop a lot of flak, but I zinc I am going to iron out any
problems, show a bit of steel, and alloy the wrath of the BTM. Get in !
You'd better cover your arse, Nick, and hope my compewter doesn't go
into smeltdown.  This might prompt me to follow where you lead, and nick
a load of quoted text from people's posts.
Don't crow MumOPMOB
Penny
2019-01-10 22:04:29 UTC
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On Thu, 10 Jan 2019 19:26:34 +0000, Vicky Ayech <***@gmail.com>
scrawled in the dust...
Post by Vicky Ayech
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Please say I am thinking of her and send my best wishes
and mine too.
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Penny
Annoyed by The Archers since 1959
Sally Thompson
2019-01-11 00:05:30 UTC
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Post by Vicky Ayech
Post by SODAM
Post by Sid Nuncius
...Quite similar to the old boss in many ways, but subtly different in
others.
<snipped>
Post by Vicky Ayech
Post by SODAM
Post by Sid Nuncius
Thirdly, I wonder if an umrat who is in touch with Paul would let him
know of the instigation of Linda Tame Virtual Trophy for Mere Vulgarity
("The Bottoms"), as Linda may be cheered by the news.
Thank you. That is all.
No - this time it really is.
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Please say I am thinking of her and send my best wishes
And from me too.
--
Sally in Shropshire, UK
Mike
2019-01-11 08:27:14 UTC
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Post by Sally Thompson
Post by Vicky Ayech
Post by SODAM
Post by Sid Nuncius
...Quite similar to the old boss in many ways, but subtly different in
others.
<snipped>
Post by Vicky Ayech
Post by SODAM
Post by Sid Nuncius
Thirdly, I wonder if an umrat who is in touch with Paul would let him
know of the instigation of Linda Tame Virtual Trophy for Mere Vulgarity
("The Bottoms"), as Linda may be cheered by the news.
Thank you. That is all.
No - this time it really is.
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Please say I am thinking of her and send my best wishes
And from me too.
Good job FaceTime works in Jamaica....
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Toodle Pip
SODAM
2019-01-11 00:48:53 UTC
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Post by Vicky Ayech
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Please say I am thinking of her and send my best wishes
I will gladly do that Vicky.
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SODAM
The thinking umrat’s choice for editor
Sid Nuncius
2019-01-10 19:32:57 UTC
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Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Good to know, Sodders. Please send them both my very best.
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Sid (Make sure Matron is away when you reply)
SODAM
2019-01-11 01:03:37 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Good to know, Sodders. Please send them both my very best.
Consider it done, Sidders, old bean. And Penny, and Sally.
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SODAM
The thinking umrat’s choice for editor
Mike
2019-01-11 08:28:26 UTC
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Post by SODAM
Post by Sid Nuncius
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Good to know, Sodders. Please send them both my very best.
Consider it done, Sidders, old bean. And Penny, and Sally.
And Toodles and Uncle Tom Cobbly and all....
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Toodle Pip
Chris McMillan
2019-01-11 09:43:14 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Good to know, Sodders. Please send them both my very best.
Make sure to tell her, Sid’s taking no prisoners. :).

Sincerely Chris
Sid Nuncius
2019-01-11 10:32:08 UTC
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Post by Chris McMillan
Post by Sid Nuncius
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Good to know, Sodders. Please send them both my very best.
Make sure to tell her, Sid’s taking no prisoners. :).
Oh, I might do. I'm ruling nothing out.
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Sid (Make sure Matron is away when you reply)
J. P. Gilliver (John)
2019-01-11 10:44:19 UTC
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Post by Sid Nuncius
Post by Chris McMillan
Post by Sid Nuncius
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
Good to know, Sodders. Please send them both my very best.
Make sure to tell her, Sid’s taking no prisoners. :).
Oh, I might do. I'm ruling nothing out.
Yes; those cells in the bunker have to be used for something!
--
J. P. Gilliver. UMRA: 1960/<1985 MB++G()AL-IS-Ch++(p)***@T+H+Sh0!:`)DNAf

I don't like that word [atheist]; it implies that there's a god not to believe
in - Eric Idle, quoted in RT 2016/12/10-16
Sam Plusnet
2019-01-11 20:53:53 UTC
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Make sure to tell her, Sid’s taking no prisoners.  :).
Oh, I might do.  I'm ruling nothing out.
ITYM "We'll see what happens."
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Sam Plusnet
Mike
2019-01-12 08:26:57 UTC
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Post by Sam Plusnet
Make sure to tell her, Sid’s taking no prisoners.  :).
Oh, I might do.  I'm ruling nothing out.
ITYM "We'll see what happens."
But not for no piddling 6 month sentences, oh no, 18 months will be the
minimum; community work like snipping (or even sniping!) and tidying the
choccie bunker will be the order of the day. Yes it will, it will be the
order of the day, and you will pay for it!
--
Toodle Pip
Dumrat
2019-01-11 05:53:05 UTC
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Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
I'm another who would appreciate you forwarding my good wishes to the Bottoms family,
please, SODAM.
--
Salaam Alaykum,
Anne, Exceptionally Traditionally-built Dumrat
J. P. Gilliver (John)
2019-01-11 09:01:34 UTC
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Post by Dumrat
Post by SODAM
I have arranged to FaceTime Linda and Paul tomorrow in order to tell her
about recent umra developments, including the trophy in her honour.
I'm another who would appreciate you forwarding my good wishes to the
Bottoms family, please, SODAM.
+1. I think you could just say "all of UMRA" without much fear of
rebuttal.
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J. P. Gilliver. UMRA: 1960/<1985 MB++G()AL-IS-Ch++(p)***@T+H+Sh0!:`)DNAf

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