One aspect of this website that I like is the freedom for anyone to take part. It doesn’t require anyone to register or become a member. If I (or anyone else) says something you want to add to or disagree with it’s just a matter of making a comment. I love the comments section and see the unrestricted format as vital. People know they can write anything the want, provided it is opinion or fact, without censorship.
The downside to not having membership is there is some information I simply cannot (or must wait until after-the-fact) to share. I always need to remember that there are bad people who follow this site… really bad people. Oh, yes, they are quite interested in what I have to say. Mostly they just lurk in the shadows hoping to go undetected. Still, now and then I can flush them out. They just can’t stop themselves from being assholes.
I suppose I could take the approach by the Vantrease family, specifically Austin’s sister, and restrict readers to those I specifically invite. Aside from being entirely self-serving and delusional, this is a formula for failure. Hell, just look at what it did for their site. It is, in all effect, non-existent (or actually might be shut down). Good luck finding it, if you’re so inclined. I suppose it’s buried on the back pages of a search engine somewhere. Funny, support sites for a felony don’t tend to get a lot of public sympathy. Their rhetoric is not to judge without knowing the details… he’s a good boy from a good family and treated unfairly. Well, the details are out there for all to see. You are encouraged to take it all in. Fortunately,there’s no need for you to judge. A jury did this for you.
Where was I? Oh, yeah… membership. Here’s what I’m thinking, if it’s even within my ability. I’d like to set-up a “Members” section that would require credentials to be verified before being granted permission to view it. After this, a login would be needed each time a person wanted to visit that specific area (but no change to visiting all other areas). Essentially, there would be no login required to visit the site, just a section. It might be a place to include a wiki (a page were registered users can add, modify, or delete content) on certain people. It might include more information on the civil trial. It might let you know if I am out and about if you want to swing by.
Who knows if it’s even worth doing (only time will tell), but I like trying different things to keep it informative and interesting. Some might remember the “Jokes” and “Polls” pages that came and went. We all had fun with them for a while, right?
I read your site daily along with saying prayers for Ryan. I think of you and the family often. I remember when the assault happened and I have quietly followed Ryan’s progress through this website. I think members only is a great idea and I also would like for the wish list to remain available. I just recently ordered something for him, and would love to continue doing so. You are a wonderful, loving father. Thank you for sharing these stories with us, as we all are praying for a full recovery for Ryan.
I support what you deem necessary and will join the members only section. Hope Ryan is doing well today. God Bless you.
I would also like to be a part of “members only”” if that is what you decide to do. Still here,still praying.
Don’t take down the wishlist. It’s important for us to know what Ryan’s needs and to fill that need.
I’m sure you have your reasons for taking the “wish list” down, but I really enjoyed buying items that Ryan needs. I’ll miss that opportunity.
The Wish List wasn’t getting enough interest, so I quietly took it down last week. Perhaps I was a bit hasty. I reinstated it and will see how it goes for a bit.
Hi All!! Just a quick reminder to click under “Events” and check out the new exercise equipment Ken’s working on getting for Ryan. Please spread the word about Ryan and our quest to help him as he continues to recover. The MotoMed machine is expensive but will be worth every cent. Thank you everyone!!!
It’s for the good of Ryan. I’ll sigh up.My prayers for Ryan continue.
I’m liking the “Members Only” concept, Ken…liking it a LOT!!
Where’s the wish list??
I took it down.
Ken, that’s a very cool idea! Two other sites I belong to (behindthepinecurtain and doenetwork) do this as well. You are very innovative and astute when it comes to technology. I do have to pay attention because sometimes you make changes that I don’t see right away. The idea of a “members only” section is great, because it’s another way to bring Team Diviney members closer together.
Yes, one must always be on the alert for the nefarious types who lurk. They monitor info so they can step up their game in case sometime starts asking them questions. The good news is, as you pointed out, there is no question as to the guilt of the perpetrators. But I’ve no doubt they and their ilk could find ways to cause further trouble. Those who refuse to take the first step of acknowledging their trangressions are generally not eager to do good for others. They are too busy covering up their misdeeds.
I want in to the member’s only section!
Always here, always praying and always believing
Love, Paula
Omigosh! You’re the big-smarty-pants, Ken. By all means — If it means that I can pester you even more, I WANT IN. One good reason others might want to join is because I am going to share some treasured ole family recipes, like Grilled Marinated O’Possum with Roasted Chestnuts and that Roast of Deer I mentioned. I am surprised that no one asked for that recipe, since wild deer is so plentiful. We are over-run with these fender-batted creatures of the wild! All that meat — just lying out there, going to waste (thinking in type; trying to not think about possible snow in Ashburn Village,or here, for that matter!)!! Can you please include spell check? LOL
Stay warm and have a great day with Sweet Sue and handsome, lovable Ryan. Love and prayers
Ken, Whatever you decide to do would be fine (you’re the expert)and can figure out what works. I would always follow any page ,website, blog, section, etc.. concerning Ryan. One more decision for you huh? Just what you need! But if it would in some ways help YOU and RYAN , it would be worth it! ..Good Luck. And as you always do, keep us informed. Have a peaceful day to all Love Gail
So sorry you even have to consider the extra work it would take to do a members section…but, know that those of us that truly support you, Ryan and your entire family would join a members only section in a heartbeat!!! Keep up the good fight!!