What Defines the Uniqueness of My World?

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The thread revolves around welcoming a new female member to the Physics Forums community, featuring playful banter, humorous initiation rituals involving fish, and light-hearted commentary on the dynamics of the forum. The discussion includes elements of community building, humor, and the experiences of being a newcomer.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express excitement about the presence of a new female member, suggesting she is part of a small group of women in the forum.
  • Several members engage in humorous initiation rituals, including "whapping" newcomers with various types of fish, indicating a playful culture within the community.
  • There are comments about the absence of the original poster after their initial post, leading to speculation about their reaction to the forum's atmosphere.
  • Participants joke about the challenges of being a newcomer and the likelihood of them leaving after encountering the community's unique welcoming style.
  • Some members reflect on the dynamics of the forum, questioning the retention of new members and attributing it to the playful but potentially overwhelming interactions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the humorous nature of the forum's welcoming rituals, but there is uncertainty regarding the impact of these rituals on new members and whether they deter participation.

Contextual Notes

There are references to specific cultural practices within the forum, such as the types of fish used in initiation, which may not be understood by outsiders. Additionally, the discussion reflects a playful yet potentially intimidating environment for newcomers.

Who May Find This Useful

New members of online communities, particularly those interested in STEM topics, may find insights into community dynamics and the importance of humor in fostering connections.

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Please don't tell me that I'm one of a hand full girls here??!
lol

Alright, here I am..
Just wanted to scream out loud:
HELLOO

cya
 
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Lol, hello. :).
 
*whaps newbie girl with a fish*

Welcome to PF. :smile:
 
Evo said:
*whaps newbie girl with a fish*

Welcome to PF. :smile:
I've been so busy I have had to slack on my welcoming duties. Thanks, Evo.:blushing:
Welcome, newbie.
 
Yes, I do believe you are in the handful.
 
Some of them are a REAL handful! :smile:

(runs and hides - hoping the fish isn't frozen this time!) :rolleyes:
 
turbo-1 said:
Some of them are a REAL handful! :smile:

(runs and hides - hoping the fish isn't frozen this time!) :rolleyes:
Lops block of frozen chum at turbo.

WHAP

Rats, I missed. :frown:
 
Evo said:
Lops block of frozen chum at turbo.

WHAP

Rats, I missed. :frown:
Yay! Chowder tonight! (starts slicing onions and potatoes)
 
Welcome Newbie!
I'm pretty newbie myself -- it's my one month anniversary TODAY! :!)

It's a GREAT forum, and it certainly doesn't take long for the sisters here to spot you and slap you with fish, does it? :smile:
 
  • #10
physics girl phd said:
Welcome Newbie!
I'm pretty newbie myself -- it's my one month anniversary TODAY! :!)

It's a GREAT forum, and it certainly doesn't take long for the sisters here to spot you and slap you with fish, does it? :smile:
Happy Anniversary!

<whaps physics girl phd with a frozen carp> :biggrin:
 
  • #11
Evo said:
Happy Anniversary!

<whaps physics girl phd with a frozen carp> :biggrin:
Nooooo! Carp is for the 6-month anniversary. First month is flounder.
 
  • #12
Math Is Hard said:
Nooooo! Carp is for the 6-month anniversary. First month is flounder.
Ooops, you're right. :redface:

<waps PGPHD with a frozen flounder> :biggrin:

I was thinking for Thanksgiving we could hit new members with frozen turkeys. :-p
 
  • #13
Why waste turkeys when we have a surplus of penguins?
 
  • #14
Danger said:
Why waste turkeys when we have a surplus of penguins?
Where is pengwuino?
 
  • #15
Evo said:
Where is pengwuino?
I was just wondering the same thing. Penguino is missed...:frown:
 
  • #16
larkspur said:
I was just wondering the same thing. Penguino is missed...:frown:
sometimes I miss Pengwuino, too.:frown:

..but then I reload.
 
  • #17
Math Is Hard said:
sometimes I miss Pengwuino, too.:frown:

..but then I reload.
:smile: :smile: :smile:
 

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  • #18
that thing is sooooooooooo freaky!
 
  • #19
I never knew pengwuino - but dang... all that photo needs is gene simmons' tongue! :smile: :smile: :smile:
 
  • #20
Wishful thinking?
 
  • #21
eww!
Danger said:
Wishful thinking?
<Whaps Danger with a barracuda.>
 
  • #22
physics girl phd said:
eww!

<Whaps Danger with a barracuda.>
You're going to have to confess your shoe size. You are definitely Sister material. Can you shoot a shotgun?
 
  • #23
Something smells fishy around here...
 
  • #24
Hurkyl said:
Something smells fishy around here...
Anyone else here familiar with the etymology of the word "funky"?
 
  • #25
Evo said:
Can you shoot a shotgun?
And you're supposed to be a Texan? If she couldn't, it would be a not-shot gun. :rolleyes:
 
  • #26
Welcome newbie! Should we give you the instructions now for contacting Greg about a username change, or wait until you request them later when you're completely addicted to PF and no longer a newbie? :biggrin:

It's good to see our new recruitment plan for the sisterhood is working. The promised 5 lbs of chocolate is on the way.

For all of the new initiates to the sisterhood, the first mission is a challenging one. Twisting_Edge must be persuaded, by any means necessary :devil:, to deliver his insurance payment...erm...a Teddy Ruxpin...to Evo.
 
  • #27
*is thankful he never posted to say he was a newbie*
 
  • #28
Neohaven said:
*is thankful he never posted to say he was a newbie*
<smacks Neohaven with a frozen tilapia>

HAH! You're doomed now. I don't believe any newbie has survived initiation, but your time here may protect you.

Belated welcome to PF!
 
  • #29
<grabs the tilapia out of evo's hands before she hits him, cooks the fish, and feeds it to his cat>

You might think again... Those fish are rare... and I got reflexes... that's 'cause of the time spent here :P
 
  • #30
Yes, but are you prepared for...

*flying carp sneak attack!*
 

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