Forum Dynamics

Paul in Cannon Beach

[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON 08-03-07 AT 06:08PM (CST)[/font][br][br]I have noticed a lot of movement in the forum dynamics of late and felt it would be worthwhile to have a thread where we could try to keep track of everything.

HRQ: Formerly Ray and HRQ were palsy walsy but things changed after Q went on vacation and Joannie showed up. Current status: Free Agent

Joannie: Recently reappeared and has come on strong. Mostly seems to like to pick on me (what else is new). Current status: Gaining steam

ACU Frank: Former semi-sidekick of mine was AWOL Frank for awhile and is back now but seems to be wandering the forum aimlessly. Current status: Needs his meds adjusted

Ray: Long time king of the forum has always been well liked for his good HR advice and testy personality. Seems to be getting in hot water more lately, especially with women and liberals. Current status: Normal

Ritaanz: The undisputed queen of no-nonsense Jersey attitude is back and in fine form and dishing out her daily doses of devastating derision. Current status: Full throttle

Missk: A dynamic new character that came on board this summer. Her subtle references to super strength and iron grips have everyone talking. Current status: Up and coming

Whirlwind: Our errant Texan rose has been spending time lately with a new beau and has been ignoring her forum friends. We are still hopeful for a return to form soon. Current status: Missed

Allsteaks: Another rising forum star well known for his good humor and compassionate conservatism. Current status: Honeymoon

NaeNae: Sharp as a tack, Nae only pauses from picking on Paul to pick on Ray. Keeping the boys in line is her full time job. Current status: hall monitor

Ok, more to come. If I left you out, just scream and jump up and down.

ray a

Q is still my sidekick. She has just been busy with other assignments of late, but we are still a team. Joannie is no one's sidekick.

HRQ

My ego is not large enough for me to actually care whether I'm a sidekick or a Big Bad Head Forumite. That's not to imply there are a bunch of big egos stomping around in search of sidekicks, I'm just sayin' I am happy right where I am. Plus, sidekicking pays better and involves less work if you do it right.



NeedCoffee: hates TX, yet she continues to stay there. Hasn't been participating much lately. Current status: in need of coffee so she can participate more. x:D

jitrbug: left handed basket ball fan with multiple personality disorder. Always perky. Current status: unknown. Maybe this will bring her out.

NeedCoffee

Awww, thanks for the shout-out HRQ!

Alas, I have been neglecting my forum duties as of late due to ridiculous goings-on at work. Needless to say, the proverbial grindstone is making an indelible mark on my nose.

And yes, I still need more coffee.

joannie

Paul,
I only pick on you because those who shall remain nameless suggested that was the best way to fit in on the fourm. Thanks to all for letting me play.

ray a

I'm betting that someday Paul will be Joannie's sidekick.

Paul in Cannon Beach

Honestly, I would be interested in a sidekick role. Less pressure. Better medical plan and paid time off.

Lets talk, Joannie?

joannie

Ok, but you and Q can not be comparing salaires. You must remember Ray is an established entity and can afford more than I can as a start-up.

Paul in Cannon Beach

Well, Ray has always talked about giving Q a raise but it never seemed to actually happen.

By the way, is there some type of sidekick probationary period?

And I will need next week off? I hope that isnt a problem.

allsteaks

Putting value to my Sunday, I'm catching up on this quality forum thread. It is humbling to even be mentioned in the same paragraphs with true legends in their fields. Concerning sidekicks, based on what you've all posted over time, the only reason to become a sidekick is because you recognize it as the true seat of power!! It's not all about the salary! Besides, can't sidekicks get kickbacks? Makes sense, kinda...

joannie

The time off will be no problem since we will have to wait on the results of your pre-employment physical and drug test anyway. All newly hired sidekicks must complete orientation and go through a 90-day introductory period. Remember, Oklahoma is an "at-will" state.

Paul in Cannon Beach

Could we schedule the drug screen after the weekend? Say, wednesday?

joannie

[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON 08-05-07 AT 06:05PM (CST)[/font][br][br]I'm sorry, we can't change your appointment. If you aren't interested, I'll just have to find someone else. Unless, of course, you have a CDL, then I will report to the DMV you refused a drug test.

ray a

Hey Joannie, if Paul backs out, Steaks seems to be interested. He's a nice conservative young man who always washes behind his ears.

joannie

Ray, you started this. Is having a sidekick a prerequisite for participating in the forum? Steaks, while I would be honored to have either you or PCB as a sidekick, I thought I was doing a decent job of being an equal opportunity offender on my own.

Paul in Cannon Beach

Hey, I can pass a drug screen. I was just joking. That's what sidekicks do. Keep things light.

Heh heh...

allsteaks

Ray - please say more about Steaks being a "young man"; I haven't heard that much in recent decades. Perhaps instead of sidekicks we can work on vice presidents!! Tonto or Cheney? Hardy or Gore? Never mind, not a good idea....
BTW my grandkids are 5, 3 and 3...
Signed: Youngish Steaks....

Paul in Cannon Beach

My strategy is to become Joannie's sidekick, thereby making it impossible for her to pick on me anymore.

joannie

[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON 08-06-07 AT 06:00AM (CST)[/font][br][br]My Grandma always told me "Nothing is impossible". x:D

Although, after looking over the thread list on this section, you and I would probably make a formidable team.

ray a

We could make this a morality play, good vs. evil. Q and I are on the good side and you and Paul are on the evil side.

joannie

I don't think that would work. Paul & I are too naive and nice to be on the evil side. x0:)

ray a

:~~

joannie

Uh-uh. If I'm Pinochio, that would make Paul Guiseppe and sidekicks don't pull the strings.

ray a

Joannie, do you really think Paul could play the role of sidekick? I don't think he's capable of it. It takes a special person to fill that role - look at Q, she's perfect. Now try to picture Paul acting like Q. See, impossible.

joannie

You certainly are laying it on thick this morning. Have you upset Q and are trying to get back in her good graces?

ray a

No, but have you noticed many of these conversations end up being between you and me?

joannie

That would be because neither of us can stand for someone else to have the last word.

Paul in Cannon Beach

[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON 08-07-07 AT 02:23PM (CST)[/font][br][br]Personally, I like being second in command. I dont need the stress and pressure of the top spot and all that goes with it.

So I am ready to roll with Joannie. As for Ray and Q being "good", I think that is debatable. Nevertheless, time will tell.

So I am formally taking the sidekick oath:

"I, Paul in Cannon Beach, hereby swear on this Monday, the sixth day of August 2007, to serve as Joannie's faithful sidekick. I understand that this relationship is 'at will' and may be terminated by either party at any time and for any reason. As sidekick, I hereby solemnly promise to laugh at Joannie's jokes, agree with her HR advice regardless, and generally support her statements made on the HR HERO forum. Furthermore, I will defend her honor and contend with any opponents that may arise. I also formally acknowledge that as sidekick, I will be shielded from harm or the consequences of my actions by my beneficiary, Joannie. Lastly, I declare that I enter into this mutually beneficial relationship unbound to any other forum poster. By signing the "M" of M. Lee Smith in the air with my right finger, I do seal this charter."

allsteaks

Yeah, but would you take a bullet for her? If not would you make a bullet point presentation for her? The best omission of this oath is that Joannie makes absolutely no commitment to Paul, so she can rip him to shreds and he has to just take it! That is definitely a "mutually beneficial relationship" as long as Paul is masochistic.
Uh, I don't want to be a sidekick.....

joannie

Aaaw Steaks, I wouldn't kick you. It's just so easy to pick on Paul. That sidekick oath does concern me, though. I'm not really looking for a "yes" man. I like discussions that expand my knowledge.

joannie

Paul,
You know, a good sidekick keeps his couterpart out of trouble. That agreeing with advice regardless thing kinda bothers me. That could get both of us in hot water. I would prefer we discuss questionable things prior to posting.