The Rules of the Sand Box

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   Arachneaposted 2 years ago

   Okay, I like rules. I like to follow the rules. That makes it difficult for folks to limit my fun. So, if the HP forum were a sand box what rules would you as a player in the box like to see? I know there's an official set of rules for the forum somewhere, but I can't put my finger on the link at the moment.  Let's think of this thread as kin to the No Rant Thread. Humor, mutual respect and courtesy are welcomed here. My rule for the sand box would be:
   
   1. You can use what ever color shovel you want to dig with, just don't throw sand or the shovel or your bucket at anyone else.

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      Rhonda Lytleposted 2 years ago in reply to this

      This is the cutest thread.  I would divide the sand box designated play times to day and night with the night time being for more grown up discourse, debate if you will, but in a nice way with no throwing of sand allowed .  Kitties and unicorns would be welcome and trolls would be barbecued for kitty kibble.

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      kenneth averyposted 2 years ago in reply to this

      Laughing and loving each other is not just accepted, but highly-encouraged.

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         Lionrhodposted 2 years ago in reply to this

         YES!

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            kenneth averyposted 2 years ago in reply to this

            

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   Mark Ewbieposted 2 years ago

   No poo in the sand-box.

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      calculus-geometryposted 2 years ago in reply to this

      But it provides such excellent cohesion for the sand castles.

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   Cheeky Kidposted 2 years ago

   Just like a normal sandbox...no killjoy adults allowed. Children won't be able to have fun.

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   Rochelle Frankposted 2 years ago

   One difference, though. Cats are allowed in the forums, but not in the sandbox.

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      Lionrhodposted 2 years ago in reply to this

      Hehe! I was thinking this one too.
      
      Also no stealing anyone else's shovel or pail.

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         Rochelle Frankposted 2 years ago in reply to this

         No making fun of what someone else is digging.

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      Arachneaposted 2 years ago in reply to this

      I'm bad today. I read something really "snide" in this. I know that's not what you said or meant, it's me being really "catty." Something I don't do often. I need to go sit in the corner for a bit. Oh, and no play in the sandbox either. Yikes.

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   lisavollrathposted 2 years ago

   Before you say anything in the sandbox, ask yourself:
   
   Is it true?
   Is it kind?
   Is it necessary?
   
   If the answer is no, go play in the corner, quietly, until you have something to say that fits this criteria.

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   lisavollrathposted 2 years ago

   Also: all whining children will be put down for naps, and have their shovels revoked until they are less cranky.

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   jansharesposted 2 years ago

   No pouting or sulking. If you are so inclined, please leave as to not sullen the atmosphere of the sandbox. Thank you.

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   The Examiner-1posted 2 years ago

   You are allowed to come in and play as long as you are peaceful with others, and do not get upset with natural events.

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      Rochelle Frankposted 2 years ago in reply to this

      That is very good,, however, I assume it excludes natural events like poo in the sandbox.

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         The Examiner-1posted 2 years ago in reply to this

         Yes, we have control over that.
         By natural events I mean occurrences that we cannot do anything about.

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   Lionrhodposted 2 years ago

   And no bashing others with your shovel.

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    colorfuloneposted 2 years ago

    Leave attitudes somewhere else, they do not belong in the sandbox.

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    colorfuloneposted 2 years ago

    Oh, and no arguing over the written rules.

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    Arachneaposted 2 years ago

    See. With folks like these in the sand box, who's gonna wanna throw sand?

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       colorfuloneposted 2 years ago in reply to this

       See.

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    Sed-meposted 2 years ago

    I want to throw sand in ppl's eyes... and I want a minibar on the side.

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       kenneth averyposted 2 years ago in reply to this

       Sed-me, fine, but please allow me to get a pair of safety goggles first. Thank you.

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          colorfuloneposted 2 years ago in reply to this

          Great, idea, Ken.
          Does HP have a free set of those for us?

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             kenneth averyposted 2 years ago in reply to this

             Shhhhh. (softly whispering) not yet.

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          Sed-meposted 2 years ago in reply to this

          It's no fun that way.

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             kenneth averyposted 2 years ago in reply to this

             I have one question: Is it legal or alright with everyone if I have a few bites of the dry sand for lunch?

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                Lionrhodposted 2 years ago in reply to this

                I have no objection, but you will have to file a Dental Agreement which releases Hub Pages regarding any wear and tear to your teeth.

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                   kenneth averyposted 2 years ago in reply to this

                   Lionrhod,
                   That will be fine. I already have my passport, birth certificate and proof that I have a residence.

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                      The Examiner-1posted 2 years ago in reply to this

                      You must have a strong stomach Kenneth. lol

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                Sed-meposted 2 years ago in reply to this

                Sounds good. I'll be eating paste so...

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                Arachneaposted 2 years ago in reply to this

                That's one way to polish your teeth.

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       The Examiner-1posted 2 years ago in reply to this

       Sed-me,
       According to the rules, I believe that you would have to go sit in the corner.

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    Cheeky Kidposted 2 years ago

    Haha. Looks like it's an R-18 sand box after all.

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       Arachneaposted 2 years ago in reply to this

       No, Cheeky Kid, that's the other sand box. This box is more like The Sandlot. It's PG6mos.

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       Sed-meposted 2 years ago in reply to this

       R-18... is that the way you rate movies?

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    Jodahposted 2 years ago

    Can I bring my bulldozer?

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    GiftsByDianaposted 2 years ago

    LOL - what fun !
    Hmmm, how about "Bring extra tools if you have them so that you can share with others"

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       Jodahposted 2 years ago in reply to this

       especially pooper scoopers.

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          The Examiner-1posted 2 years ago in reply to this

          Why is everyone stuck on this? Only animals do that. None of which are allowed in the sandbox.

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             Solarasposted 2 years ago in reply to this

             Jodah  cats are tricky - they poo in my planters and flower garden, which is not allowed, but who can monitor them 24/7?

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