Can I have some background on Sisugal?

IAmTwitter

-this is DruidP btw, I need to change my auto-sign-in:: 

::steps into the goo that strangely glows to draw one in but feels fairly odd as far as texture::

I get the need for sourcing here.  It's a staple of this site that helps substantiate and perpetuate discussion.  

I do not, however, get why every single thing Sis posts receives the immediate "PI!" or "Oh well, we can't talk about your theory since it isn't sourced."  Especially based on the ditto/tritto/quadtwatto posts containing anecdotes, which somehow prove any multitude of points, when all they do in fact prove is that people have their own lives and experiences.  

Yes, sources would be beneficial to her posts here.  But I think the fact MrD noticed some general animosity aimed her way just might speak to something larger than a simple lack of sourcing.  And I really really hate that one of our strongest conservatives doesn't wish to insert herself into political discussion on here anymore.  (JulieFe)

::steps back out of the primordial goo, possibly in the direction of the MM board to meet the fiscal Sisugal::

Sisugal

Never thought I was that interesting to rate 4 pages! 

KateAggie

IAmTwitter:

-this is DruidP btw, I need to change my auto-sign-in:: 

::steps into the goo that strangely glows to draw one in but feels fairly odd as far as texture::

I get the need for sourcing here.  It's a staple of this site that helps substantiate and perpetuate discussion.  

I do not, however, get why every single thing Sis posts receives the immediate "PI!" or "Oh well, we can't talk about your theory since it isn't sourced."  Especially based on the ditto/tritto/quadtwatto posts containing anecdotes, which somehow prove any multitude of points, when all they do in fact prove is that people have their own lives and experiences.  

Yes, sources would be beneficial to her posts here.  But I think the fact MrD noticed some general animosity aimed her way just might speak to something larger than a simple lack of sourcing.  And I really really hate that one of our strongest conservatives doesn't wish to insert herself into political discussion on here anymore.  (JulieFe)

::steps back out of the primordial goo, possibly in the direction of the MM board to meet the fiscal Sisugal::

 

2Vermont

MrsDL:

 

 I suppose what I really like about Sisugal is that no matter how much shits she takes and how many Pi jokes get thrown at her, she doesn't back-pedal on her position/statements (supported with facts or not), and it doesn't stop her  from still throwing her views out there, again, even when she doesn't back them up. She just sort of ignores the slams AND requests for references which I find amusing.

I agree with this, but I can understnad the frustration on the part of others.  Years ago I remember posting that I loved that she could post something and not get caught up in the back and forth.  She just moved on.  OTOH, I have to remind myslef when it's time to stop posting and move on.

ButternutSquash

2Vermont:

MrsDL:

 

 I suppose what I really like about Sisugal is that no matter how much shits she takes and how many Pi jokes get thrown at her, she doesn't back-pedal on her position/statements (supported with facts or not), and it doesn't stop her  from still throwing her views out there, again, even when she doesn't back them up. She just sort of ignores the slams AND requests for references which I find amusing.

I agree with this, but I can understnad the frustration on the part of others.  Years ago I remember posting that I loved that she could post something and not get caught up in the back and forth.  She just moved on.  OTOH, I have to remind myslef when it's time to stop posting and move on.

I think she sees the topic, posts her thought and moves on. The one time I remember Sisu really hanging around to participate in a thread was in a post about Juan Williams, NABJ and NPR. 

ETA: And she got bashed in that thread, with me being one of the bashers so I can see her deciding not to get too vested in conversations on this board.  

Sibil

IAmTwitter:

I do not, however, get why every single thing Sis posts receives the immediate "PI!" or "Oh well, we can't talk about your theory since it isn't sourced."  Especially based on the ditto/tritto/quadtwatto posts containing anecdotes, which somehow prove any multitude of points, when all they do in fact prove is that people have their own lives and experiences.  

This would be a fair point if she had credibility.  But, when you consistently post crazy non-sequitors and consistently fail to provide a decent source, you lose any potential leeway that we might grant other regulars.  She also doesn't say "ime" to acknowledge that an anecdote is less valid data.  She just drops a bomb of declaration and moves on.

I don't think there's an immediate pi response, either.  A lot of times she's just ignored. 

I'm sincerely bemused at her posts, but I think the comments in the Trayvon thread edged into racist territory which is going to provoke a bigger response. 

MrsAJL

Nothing to add. I just wanted to be the 100th post!

barefoot barista

Has anyone even posted A Pi reference lately? Havemt seen one since 2011.

arborgold

Fwiw, I'm still salty over her "it's your fault your exH threw away your grandmother's things" post, but I'm still finding this thread...interesting.

2Vermont

ButternutSquash:

mominatrix:

MrDobalina:

This thread is a request for info about an obvious backstory that newbies don't know about.  Anything icky is transference on your part.   

That may have been your intention in the beginning.

This thread, though, is definitely squicky feeling.

Imagine how you would feel if this much conversation was going on about you, with you not in it.

Squicky. 

She can jump in any time. But I don't think Sisu gives two shyts what we think about her or this thread.  

I think you're both right.  It's squicky and she doesn't give a crap.  I was a bit concerned when I saw the thread title.  It's good to see that many have written positive things about her though.

And I just have to say that I hate the word squicky.

MarynJoe

I don't have any personal thoughts on her because I often don't notice the name of the poster.  However, anyone who has her financial life in order and is frugal but not to the point of being crazycakes is okay by me!

DruidPrincess

2Vermont:

And I just have to say that I hate the word squicky.

This is why I transcended to the word "goo."   

MarynJoe

DruidPrincess:

2Vermont:

And I just have to say that I hate the word squicky.

This is why I transcended to the word "goo."   

It's better than "moist".