blb511 wrote:
I think having a NEWBIE AREA is a great idea! I'm 65 years old, a retired teacher, and have bought my first dslr camera and want to learn it thoroughly. I want to ask questions, I am reading books, and watching videos, but I'm hesitant to post questions because of the remarks by others that I've seen here. Some responses posted by others sound like a verbal cat fight.... that I would not want any part of! I have just joined your forum and was surprised by the intensity of the attacks by some members towards other members. Thank you for suggesting this, blb511
I think having a NEWBIE AREA is a great idea! I'm ... (
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I agree, a newbie area would be very nice. I see a lot of questions and the snide remarks of some people. It is a shame that people have to make newbie's feel that they are in the wrong place. You are not, and I have seen some very nice and knowledgeable people help with problems and they are to be applauded. A special newbie place would be helpful in what we hope will keep the snarky folks away. I have been around a long time and there are always a few bad apples out there that just get off on giving out bad vibes. It is not easy putting on blinders and ignoring them but we can try.