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When I was a newbie (couple of years ago), I made the effort to join the group. I initiated conversations and didn't wait for someone to hold my hand and invite me. I read, read, and read some more to gauge the tone of the people who were participating and patterned what I did after those older members. That, I believe was my responsibility as a newbie. I also recognized that this place had a certain comfort level for all members and didn't make demands to be noticed by posting or creating threads that I didn't think out better.

Good thread Lilith and I really agree with what Cheyanne said here. I know when I came here I read much more then I posted so I could get to know the members. Since I wanted to be a part of the Pixie family it was mostly up to me to get to know everyone and let them know me.

Now I love a good debate and since I am a conservative I know that my opinions could often be objected to. I don't feel I have to go shoving my beliefs at people that don't share them. But when I do say something outside of what most people think I don't expect to be flamed. Like Lil I have been on boards where flaming is the norm. The first time I did a post that disagreed with the majority I was nervous. I didn't want to be flamed and not liked. But through that post I met a wonderful friend and we don't let our difference get in the way because we respect each others rights to have our own opinions and beliefs. Everyone I believe should find some common ground and make the effort to get along.

I do also think the ones that are part of this board and feel comfortable should make an effort to embrace a newbie. Which I think most of us do. I have been on many message boards and Pixies has the best sense of family I have seen yet. Not to mention the best moderators which is vital to the well being of any board.