IMHO the coolest people have less points because we have stuck up for our opinions to the extent of being warned multiple times and having point deductions.Now thats dedication and the true ATS spirit people.

Actually im just trying to justify having bugger all points

OP - I totally thought it was hysterical. By the time I saw the thread Sauron had added the 'Satire' to the thread so I knew what I was going into. So funny peeps took you serious but, I can see that w/o the 'satire' being added.

I saw your point and see how it relates on ATS. I see a lot of topics started with hot button, controversial thread title, not much info given in the OP then they just let the rest of ATS run with it - started to debate within themselves and the OP never giving it another ounce of energy. I find that personally annoying.

A lot of times I won't personally respond to a thread or post but send a U2U saying hey, I like what you had to say here. Keeps from mucking up a thread or possibility of derailment.

I too have started some threads which I found interesting, did some research and no takers Nano tech in our food was one. But, give it some time. Sometimes people actually do use that search function or maybe someone visits your profile and finds the subject interesting. I don't get my feelings hurt. As I put in my rant, I think it's good just to give sometimes from that which we take so much of - regardless of the results.

You also see the occasional post by those that have been members for a long time but don't post as often. These members have my respect too. There's a lot of people who just sit back and read. Just look on the board tab and see how many peeps were on for one day. It almost tells me the majority don't post. But, they are just much memebers of those who actively participate.

Just wanted to say I found the humor - having the disclaimer on the thread assisted in that I'm sure - plus we sure wouldn't want new comers to think that's how it really works around here

I got the joke, so starred and flagged

I need to make 50 points so i can get some colour text for my avatar embed lol please help lol.

Currently, another great way to get loads of points is to badmouth Obama. It's quick, (apparently easy because you need no facts) and people dive on those threads like birds fishing.