Wikipedia talk:Esperanza/Archive 4

message: Regarding the upcoming elections - could I suggest having a subpage so each of the candidates could have a statement? Something similar to the ArbCom elections? That way, voters can know the candidate's visions, etc. Just a thought... Thanks! Flcelloguy | A  note? | Desk |  WS  23:53, 5 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: I'm in favor of this, but only if it doesn't push back the elections. If candidates would like to list thier visions, they may do so on a subpage of /Election, and please add a link to it next to your name on the candidate's list. -- Essjay ·   Talk 02:26, 6 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text:  I'm neutral on this. I don't mind making an election statement to promote myself, but if not every candidate can do so, then I can't do it. I want to be fair on this. Titoxd(?!?) 02:39, 6 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: OK, I agree with Titoxd. I don't want only a small number of candidates have an opportunity to do this. However, if someone asks, I'd be more than happy to do it. Thanks! Flcelloguy | A  note? | Desk |  WS  13:43, 6 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: I realize this is too little, too late, but I think it would have been a good idea to have candidates voice their viewpoints on how they want to help Esperanza before the election. I don't know a lot of these candidates and it would help me to see what their vision is. Maybe on future elections, this could be put in place to help those of us voting. Maltmomma (chat)  16:16, 6 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: That's true, but I think the way things are set up, these people who end up being voted to represent Esperanza aren't going to misuse their perceived authority. These are Wikipedians in my mind that have said: "Hey, this is a long term thing. It's a great idea, and I think I'd like to say I'll stick with it for a while." - in essence, including the Administrator General, there will always be a core of 5 Esperanzians who we can rely on for help. I don't think the idea is for these people to form a little "cabal" and shut everyone out. Heh, if I dare say, we could be the pseudo-assistants just by hanging out here for a long time! :-) --HappyCamper 10:46, 7 October 2005 (UTC)

text: Yes, I see your point but how do I know that? I've been reading the candidate's User pages trying to gain some insight on their thoughts and views. I don't want to throw away my vote, I want to give it to the people who I feel will make Esperanza better. I don't want it to just be a popularity contest. That's why I think in future elections that candidates need to express their viewpoints, kind of like a platform. It would make it a little easier I think. Ask not what Esperanza can do for you but what You can do for Esperanza. ;o) Maltmomma (chat)  14:48, 9 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title: Election

message: Hi all, I read your note on Wikistress section above and I found out a really easy way to find all the stressed out users. It's probably so obvious but I thought I might as well list it. See, there are images on Wikipedia that people put on their pages to tell of their stress. The link to the user page is below the images when you click on them there is a section called file links, the users name should be there. I feel pretty stupid putting this on here but some people don't know they are here. Here they are:
:Image:Wikistress3D 2 v3.jpg
:Image:Wikistress3D 3 v3.jpg
:Image:Wikistress3D 4 v3.jpg
:Image:Wikistress 5 v1.jpg (Most likely a joke but worth the look if someone is actually that stressed.)
Some have the origianl versions:
 
:Image:Wikistress2.png 
:Image:Wikistress3.png 
:Image:Wikistress4.png 
Sorry if I wasted space with this message but I thought it is worth the look. — Moe ε 02:49, 6 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Those are also listed at Wikipedia:Esperanza/Alerts/Indicators. -- Essjay ·   Talk 03:42, 6 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  In Search for Wikistress 2 

message: Might I join your merry band? TheChief (PowWow) 00:16, 7 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Just add your name to Wikipedia:Esperanza/Members, that's all you have to do! -- Essjay ·   Talk 00:19, 7 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text:  It's past midnight UTC of October 7, Essjay, so you might want to protect the member list for the election. Titoxd(?!?) 00:21, 7 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Might I join? 

message: Yesterday, I believe it was yesterday lol, I asked if there was a peer review process for those wanting to edify their weaknesses before asking for adminship. Someone said that I could go here for this! I am considering campaigning for adminship but I know I have weak points I just haven't identified them! Anyone care to peer review me in the same manner as requests for adminship? If so, then leave comments on my talk page.... Jaberwocky6669 | ☎ 00:21, 8 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: I'll take a look at your work around here. Give me a few days. My goal is to have this done by Monday night. :-) --HappyCamper 03:33, 8 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title: Peer review

message: Hello everybody. I hate to interupt while everybody is busy with the elections but howabout an Esperanza barnstar? I know there is a random acts of kindness barnstar, but a special one that can be awarded to Esperanzians and non-Esperanzians for behaving in Esperanza spirit may be quite a nice idea. It would also serve as a bit of advertising for this project as well. Yes/No/Maybe? Banes 09:21, 8 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: I understand that it is rather similar, but its as Mamwrites says, it could be a good advert for Esperanza. Anyway, if someone with the barnstar creating skills could see to it then that would be great. (If its wanted.) Banes 06:46, 10 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Esperanza Barnstar 

message: I oppose the usage of "stress" this much. It stresses people more IMHO.
We should use wikimood :)
  
--Cool Cat Talk 00:50, 9 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Hmmm... That is a good idea--Exir KamalabadiEsperanza 11:54, 9 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title: Stress

message: The election has concluded. The preliminary results are:
Tranche A (Feburary 28)
* (23 votes)
* (22 votes)
Tranche B (December 31)
* (16 votes)
* (16 votes)
I ask the election workers to certify these results on the talk page (by certify, I mean, report in that you have not observed any irregularities in the election). Once this has been done, I will certify the results. -- Essjay ·   Talk 14:03, 13 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title: Election

message: I just wanted to thank every Esperanzian who voted in the election; I believe that it can be called a success. With so many qualified and talented candidates, I'm sure it was a tough decision to vote. Also, I want to thank and congratulate every candidate for expressing his/her willingness to serve and help Esperanza. The amount of volunteers was incredible! Finally, a special thanks to our lovely and attractive poll workers (umm... election staff?) who kept order in the long lines to vote. No, seriously, they did a great job and should be thanked. Also, congratulations to Acetic Acid, Bratsche, and Ryan Norton. I look forward to working with those three and our administrator-general, Essjay, over the coming months to help progress Esperanza and Wikipedia.
On that note, I'd like to ask every Esperanzian to give his/her opinion on the possibilities for programs. We have several ideas; your input would be valued. I am hopeful that we can endeaveur on some unprecedented Wikipedia-wide program that can reduce stress and show our appreciation to every Wikipedian. Also, I urge every Esperanzian to head over to the current stress alerts — there are some users who need our help. Finally, I'm sure our Stress Unit Combat Team is always looking for more input and members in the effort to find the root cause of stress and attempt to do something about it.
Thanks again. I'm always open to your ideas and opinions, and I'm sure the other committee members and Essjay are as well. Happy editing! Regards, Flcelloguy | A  note? | Desk |  WS  22:26, 14 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Seconded. -- Essjay ·   Talk 22:41, 14 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Thirded (sic?). I believe Esperanza has some great things in store for Wikipedia. Bratschetalk | Esperanza 17:39, 15 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title: Election Results

message: My warmest thanks for your support in the Esperanza elections. Although I was not elected, you're confidence and support really does mean a lot to me. JDH Owens talk | Esperanza 10:15, 15 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: All you have to do is to list yourself at Wikipedia:Esperanza/Members! Welcome aboard! Flcelloguy | A  note? | Desk |  WS  15:38, 15 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Thank you! 

message: Hello Esperanzians! A few announcements.
The Advisory Committee election results are in. In tranch A are Acetic Acid and Flcelloguy. In tranch B are Ryan Norton and Bratsche.
My other annoouncement is that our founder, JCarriker, has founded Esperanza's sister project, Wikipediology. I have written two essays here (my name is Matt Binder). My essays are under Teenage Wikipedians and Anon Editors.
On behalf of myself and Jay Carriker and the other wikipediologists, I would appreciate it if you were to join.
Cheers Esperanza! Redwolf24 (talk—How's my driving?) 23:27, 15 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title: Esperanza Spam

message: Back to the original question: I wonder why there are literally hundreds of ways to criticize? I think this has partially to do with an aspect of being human, that at a certain level we have a tendency to look for faults when we want to - and sure enough, we will find them whenever we actively seek it out. The mind is powerfully abstract, and practically anything can be interpreted "in a bad light".
Of course, I don't know what the solution would be, but I would start with this suggestion: Award barnstars slightly more liberally, and create a bunch of idosyncratic awards associated with Esperanza.
Why are idosyncratic awards necessary? They are more unique, more personalized, and come across as more genuine. They also subtely connote that editors are unique in their own right, and that it is far too superficial to simply compare the presence or lack of awards between editors. Idosyncratic awards also tend to have a slightly humorous edge to them, or an inside joke attached to them, and as we all know, making Wikipedians laugh out loud in real life is quite good! :-) --HappyCamper 14:02, 22 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title: Sidetracked

message: Hello all, I just wanted you to know that I fixed up the Esperanza Calendar a lot so where it looks more like a calendar rather than a a list of dates! Enjoy! — Moe ε 21:52, 17 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Thanks for your efforts! It looks wonderful. --HappyCamper 13:29, 22 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  Esperanza Calendar 

message: Congratulations to  for becoming the 100th member of the good cabal! Since this is something special, shouldn't we celebrate somehow? :) Titoxd(?!?) 21:19, 23 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: I agree, we should give her an Esperanza birthday cake. :-) --HappyCamper 23:49, 23 October 2005 (UTC)
replies: text: Put the tab on me. :-) Flcelloguy | A  note? | Desk |  WS  20:33, 24 October 2005 (UTC)
thread_title:  [[Wikipedia:Esperanza/Members|Member]] list reaches 100