Extremeskins would appreciate your donation

[Blondie]

It is the time of year when we pay more attention to those who are less fortunate........those who might be in need.

I know, as far as Rock Solid 40 (http://www.rocksolid40.com), we are looking for donations for underprivliged children.

However, this is not for Rock Solid.

This is for EXTREME.

As I go from thread to thread reading, I see all the many posters, posting each and every day......making Extreme their home.

And yet, under their name is a white donation button. Do you wonder why it is there?

You may have NO idea how much time and money it costs to keep a site going. I am just getting started and I am already in awe.

So, at the end of the year........why not click on that white button...and send a bit to keep this site going. I don't think you have to buy anything....just drop something in the box.

Happy Holidays Extreme Owners and Staff.

Blondie


***Can you sticky this?

[atloldskin]

I agree. Anyone with more than 500 posts should make a donation for sure!

[redskns21]

Great post and sentiment Blondie!

[Blondie]

Originally posted by atloldskin
I agree. Anyone with more than 500 posts should make a donation for sure!


I don't know what the number should be, but there are people who have thousands of posts and the little white button is still there.

So many sites are going pay per view. We are lucky to have this one.

Let's keep it free. Donate.

Blondie

[Park City Skins]

Note to self: Plan on bumping this thread a bunch if need be. :)



I recently had a poster tell me that if I didn't like what he said, get off "his site". couldn't help but notice that he had the "make a donation" sign under his avatar. Can't help but notice that little sign under a few of the more "prolific" posters on Xtreme as well.

[TLusby]

Donate people!!!! It's Christmas!

[Tarhog]

One might even be tempted, were they inclined to make a donation anyway, to search for a 'Relive the Glory' thread. ;)

[Potato Sack]

Originally posted by Blondie
It is the time of year when we pay more attention to those who are less fortunate........those who might be in need.

I know, as far as Rock Solid 40 (http://www.rocksolid40.com), we are looking for donations for underprivliged children.

However, this is not for Rock Solid.

This is for EXTREME.

As I go from thread to thread reading, I see all the many posters, posting each and every day......making Extreme their home.

And yet, under their name is a white donation button. Do you wonder why it is there?

You may have NO idea how much time and money it costs to keep a site going. I am just getting started and I am already in awe.

So, at the end of the year........why not click on that white button...and send a bit to keep this site going. I don't think you have to buy anything....just drop something in the box.

Happy Holidays Extreme Owners and Staff.

Blondie


***Can you sticky this?

eh....maybe someday. Right now I"m putting all my money into school. You'll have to ask my wife for the money to give a donation. She's the breadwinner right now. ;)

[Blondie]

Give up a couple of tacos, or cokes, or a pack of cigarettes.

$5.00 is good.

Blondie

[Grumpy Vet]

Wow...talk about guilt trip.....okay...okay....

There was a way one time that you could make a donation (give money to the site) and also get a couple shirts or something - does that still exist? Probably too close to Xmas to make that happen if it is still available...

[Blondie]

Originally posted by Grumpy Vet
Wow...talk about guilt trip.....okay...okay....

There was a way one time that you could make a donation (give money to the site) and also get a couple shirts or something - does that still exist? Probably too close to Xmas to make that happen if it is still available...





Grumpy,

Between each post it says......Fleece & Caps and T-shirts & Hats.


Just click there!

Blondie

Oh.....and thanks!!

:kiss:

[Blondie]

BUMP.

Blondie

[bricucci]

I've given up internet porn since finding this sight 4 weeks ago. That alone was worth a donation

[Park City Skins]

Ahem. Some people. :rolleyes: ;)

[CHUBAKAH]

I guess posting up flash video's to pump up fans don't count huh?
Damn the luck.

[Park City Skins]

Hmmmmmmmm. May have to go to the judges with that one
http://instagiber.net/smiliesdotcom/contrib/edoom/Thinkingof_.gif



;)

[Blondie]

Bump.

[TLusby]

Originally posted by Potato Sack


eh....maybe someday. Right now I"m putting all my money into school. You'll have to ask my wife for the money to give a donation. She's the breadwinner right now. ;)

I am sure you can find $20 and donate! Tell the bread winner it's about "REDSKIN FOOTBALL"!

[TK]

Originally posted by Blondie
You may have NO idea how much time and money it costs to keep a site going. I am just getting started and I am already in awe.
You're not alone. After only having my buisness's site (bottom of my sig ;) )up for about a month & a half, it isn't cheap to keep anything up online unless its a freebie Yahoo Group.

For those that say they can't make a donation, click through a few of the Google adds at the very bottom of each page.

[Pete]

Originally posted by bricucci
I've given up internet porn since finding this sight 4 weeks ago. That alone was worth a donation

:laugh: :laugh:

I told the wife the same thing;)

[iheartskins]

bump

[AJWatson3]

i am bumping this because i hate moochers.

[skins0128]

Originally posted by Blondie
Give up a couple of tacos, or cokes, or a pack of cigarettes.

$5.00 is good.

Blondie

So does my 5 buck donation to the loser bowl contest count? :D

[aspkikn]

Originally posted by skins0128


So does my 5 buck donation to the loser bowl contest count? :D

Mine too?

[vaskinfan]

Ha! I must have read your mind. I made my first donation yesterday afternoon. I'm a brand new member but long-time Skin fan and I have to say this site is awesome! I can't seem to stay away from it - productivity at work be damned!

Merry Christmas Extremeskins! :peaceout:

Annie the Skin Fan

[vaskinfan]

I do have a question though. After making a contribution, does the "make a donation" go away or does it continue to show up for future donations. I notice others have "contributor", etc. by their signatures. Do you need to contribute a certain amount for this change to occur?

Thanks for your help anyone.....

Oh, and :dallasuck

Annie the Skin Fan

[Arsenic]

I shall make the box disappear. Happy Holidays, Skins fans. All that I want is a win on Sunday.

C-ya in the Victory collumn
Arsenic
cinesra.com

[riggins44]

I can honestly say that the fleece, caps, hats, and t-shirts are awesome. Should be must have attire for all Extremers.

[jrfriedm]

You people!! You can come to this site, get every drop of infomation out there about our beloved Redskins, and you can't spend few extra dollars to help support it and keep it going. You can even buy a really cool t-shirt, hat, or even get one of the Redskins super bowl victories on DVD. Make it a great present. (I know it made my fathers b-day very easy.)

Support Extremeskins.com!!!!

[skins0128]

Originally posted by jrfriedm
You people!! You can come to this site, get every drop of infomation out there about our beloved Redskins, and you can't spend few extra dollars to help support it and keep it going. You can even buy a really cool t-shirt, hat, or even get one of the Redskins super bowl victories on DVD. Make it a great present. (I know it made my fathers b-day very easy.)

Support Extremeskins.com!!!!

Who do you contact for those DVD's? Would love to have all three of those for my viewing pleasure.

[Neophyte]

Originally posted by vaskinfan
I do have a question though. After making a contribution, does the "make a donation" go away or does it continue to show up for future donations. I notice others have "contributor", etc. by their signatures. Do you need to contribute a certain amount for this change to occur?

Thanks for your help anyone.....


Yes, it will go away. Give the site admins a little time. They are busy folks this time of year too, just like the rest of us. As I recall, it took about 10 days or so for them to update me after my first contribution. They will get it though.

[vaskinfan]

Sweet! Thanks Neophyte for the quick response! :notworthy

Annie the Skin Fan

[atloldskin]

Good job guys. My goal is to see every member make a donation, no matter what the size! Merry Christmas!

[The Dude]

I think it's funny how Blade still has the "Make a Donation" button next to his name.

[sweet daddy]

Originally posted by Lil Lane
I think it's funny how Blade still has the "Make a Donation" button next to his name.

Yea dude....give youself some money! What are you thinking?

[WM_Marylander]

Let my check clear and my presents and all go through on my check card, and I'll send over some coin.

[jrfriedm]

Originally posted by skins0128


Who do you contact for those DVD's? Would love to have all three of those for my viewing pleasure.

PM Die hard!!!!

Enjoy

[skins0128]

Originally posted by jrfriedm


PM Die hard!!!!

Enjoy

Cool, thanks!!!

[Blade]

Originally posted by Lil Lane
I think it's funny how Blade still has the "Make a Donation" button next to his name.

Until this place can pay the bills without my help, I am making a donation every month :)

Plus, its a nice reminder for those who may not have considered donating.

Anyways, thanks to EVERYONE who comes to Extremeskins and especially to those are supporting us with your donations.

Happy Holidays!

[Grumpy Vet]

Still gonna happen on my end - however, Paypal has decided I've had too many transactions w/o linking my checking account (which will not happen after horror stories I've heard)....so I'll have to go w/ a moneyorder or something.....It'll happen by the new year.

[iheartskins]

bump

[skins0128]

Originally posted by jrfriedm


PM Die hard!!!!

Enjoy

Now I just have to wait to receive them. :D

Ordered several, great way to contribute to the site.

:helmet:

[Park City Skins]

Let's keep it up fans. Tis the season and all.

[dks1240]

can i just auction myself off on a date and have the money go to extremeskins? :laugh: i promise as soon as i get a half way decent job and out of college ill donate plently of $$$$! i promise! :(

if it makes up for it, ill be feeding the homeless tonight in DC and ill be sure to wear some skins gear :cheers:

[Park City Skins]

:cool: When's the bidding start? ;)

[dks1240]

haha you know airfare will be included in your bid park city, right? :laugh:

[Park City Skins]

:laugh: Of course. ;)

[dks1240]

Originally posted by Park City Skins
:laugh: Of course. ;)

ooh okay then, bidding starts at 1 dollar! is that a big enough donation?? :laugh: ;)

[Blondie]

Originally posted by Park City Skins
:cool: When's the bidding start? ;)

PCS.......silly man...........there is NO bidding here.

Just a plain ole........show me the money......donation.

And THAT could start at $5.00.

Blondie

[dks1240]

Originally posted by Blondie


PCS.......silly man...........there is NO bidding here.

Just a plain ole........show me the money......donation.

And THAT could start at $5.00.

Blondie


i donate 5 dollars on blondie ;) :laugh:

[Park City Skins]

Well, the auction sounded like a good idea..... I mean it was going to the site. And I'm thinking $1 MAY be a tad tad low. :) . Call it a wild guess. ;)

[Blade]

I want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who is a part of Extremeskins, and especially those who have felt that this site is worthy of your financial support.

Extremeskins really is nothing without the community of people who chat and read here everyday. Its YOU who make this place special and worthy of the time that the Staff put into it.

When you build a site that inspires fans from other teams, ESPECIALLY rivals (Tom[GiantFan], Blazers21, Eagles_Legendz, Westbrook36, etc...) to support it financially, you know you must be doing something right.

:cheers: too all of you, and Happy Holidays!

[Blondie]

Blade,

Your love of the Redskins, devotion to them, and insight into our need for information and brotherhood (or sisterhood) with other Skin fans can not be surpassed.

You along with all the moderators makes this a wonderful place to spend time.

Happy Holidays.

Blondie

[Woofer]

Originally posted by Blade
I want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who is a part of Extremeskins, and especially those who have felt that this site is worthy of your financial support.

Extremeskins really is nothing without the community of people who chat and read here everyday. Its YOU who make this place special and worthy of the time that the Staff put into it.

When you build a site that inspires fans from other teams, ESPECIALLY rivals (Tom[GiantFan], Blazers21, Eagles_Legendz, Westbrook36, etc...) to support it financially, you know you must be doing something right.

:cheers: too all of you, and Happy Holidays!

<tears of happiness welling up in eyes>

sniff


You're welcome, Blade.

[Woofer]

Originally posted by dks1240
can i just auction myself off on a date and have the money go to extremeskins? :laugh: i promise as soon as i get a half way decent job and out of college ill donate plently of $$$$! i promise! :(

if it makes up for it, ill be feeding the homeless tonight in DC and ill be sure to wear some skins gear :cheers:

I'll bid on the date, but if I win I will probably have to bring the wife.

She's funny that way.

[dks1240]

Originally posted by Woofer Magoo


I'll bid on the date, but if I win I will probably have to bring the wife.

She's funny that way.

the more the merrier :cool: it'll be a great christmas present for her :laugh:

[TODD]

I'm turning 18 and getting a debit card in 4 days. You can count on me, XSkins.

[Ax]

Originally posted by Blade
Extremeskins really is nothing without the community of people who chat and read here everyday. Its YOU who make this place special and worthy of the time that the Staff put into it.

Obviously! :rolleyes:
I notice that the "Make a Donation" link is STILL under your name!

:slap: Hey Bozo, you know that's Blade you're talking to, don't you?

Yeah, so what? What makes him so special that he doesn't have to contribute to this site?

Cause he's one of the owners of this site, Bonehead! Because you can't make enough of a donation to come anywhere near what he does to make this site what it is!
GET IT!!!

Ouch! Well how was I supposed to know?

Hello! McFlyyyy!
Didn't you see the Daniel Snyder avatar?

Yeah, but I just thought he had pictures of the staff in compromising positions or something.

Well he might. But then that wouldn't be none of your business anyway, now would it?

No. Geez, can't a guy ask a question?

Yeah. But around here, we prefer intelligent questions.

Oh yeah! Well then tell me how the heck to Cowboy fans get to ask questions here?

Because the best way to appreciate intelligence, is to show it next to ignorance. You know, the same way you got in.

Well can I wait until after the holidays are over to make a donation?

Sure. Just don't forget.

I won't. And thanks.

Aren't you forgetting something?

Oh yeah. Sorry Blade.
Many thanks to ALL of the owners and staff!
Hows that? ;)

Idiot. :doh:

[KDawg]

As soon as I get some dough I plan on donating... running low at the moment and minimum wage increase has cut my hours at work to zero... but I do plan on making a donation :)

[CHUBAKAH]

I just sent off my donation. Merry Christmas staff, owners, and everyone on the board. It's been an enjoyable experience to date, and I know that it's just going to get better.
:helmet:

[GSF]

The tshirts are high quality and the DVDs are absolutely awesome. They are a LOT of fun to watch, especially during the long offseason. Those of you younger members who weren't around for Gibbs first tenure might really enjoy watching some of the games from Gibbs first tenure.

Anyone who uses the site regularly should donate 5 dollars or something. Blade, Die Hard, and the others put a ton of time and hard work into the site. They shouldn't have to keep putting money into it any more as many people come here. Come on everybody, Pony up!

[TLusby]

Glad to see guys donating! Merry Christmas to the staff and members!

[CHUBAKAH]

Bump

[CHUBAKAH]

Time to bump this again.
Get with the program people.

[vaskinfan]

I've ordered myself some videos for offseason viewing and sent in a separate donation as well. Can't wait for my videos! Thanks to everyone running the site. I come here all the time now to get the latest info. It rocks!

Annie the Skin Fan:point2sky

[skins0128]

Originally posted by vaskinfan
I've ordered myself some videos for offseason viewing and sent in a separate donation as well. Can't wait for my videos! Thanks to everyone running the site. I come here all the time now to get the latest info. It rocks!

Annie the Skin Fan:point2sky

Ordered some videos as well, I check the mail daily just hoping to see them.

[vaskinfan]

Hopefully soon on the videos! I'm already going through Skins withdrawal!

Annie the Skin Fan:cheers:

[CHUBAKAH]

Bump time.
Lets keep this place running guy's and gal's!

[Dallsux]

I know I'm late with this, but I will donate when I have the money to. Money is so tight around me & my family right now, I don't even have the $5 for cigs. But, like I said, I WILL donate once there is enough money for me to do so. :D

[CHUBAKAH]

Originally posted by TODD
I'm turning 18 and getting a debit card in 4 days. You can count on me, XSkins.

[TK]

Originally posted by Blondie
It is the time of year when we pay more attention to those who are less fortunate........those who might be in need.

I know, as far as Rock Solid 40 (http://www.rocksolid40.com), we are looking for donations for underprivliged children.

However, this is not for Rock Solid.

This is for EXTREME.

As I go from thread to thread reading, I see all the many posters, posting each and every day......making Extreme their home.

And yet, under their name is a white donation button. Do you wonder why it is there?

You may have NO idea how much time and money it costs to keep a site going. I am just getting started and I am already in awe.

So, at the end of the year........why not click on that white button...and send a bit to keep this site going. I don't think you have to buy anything....just drop something in the box.

Happy Holidays Extreme Owners and Staff.

Blondie


***Can you sticky this?
Stuck. Just in time for payday weekend.
;)

[bubba9497]

do you take food stamps?


:)

[CHUBAKAH]

:D

[NACSkins]

Made a donation. Thanks for the great site! :point2sky

[cphil006]

What does it take to become a gold contributor, platnium contributor???

[BleedinBurgundyandGold]

making a donation as we speak....

[Blade]

Originally posted by cphil006
What does it take to become a gold contributor, platnium contributor???

Click on the TSHIRTS/HATS link for a breakdown and links...

Also, for a straight cash donation, the levels are comparable:

Bronze= $30
Silver = $35
Gold = $40
Platinum=$55 or greater

[TK]

Originally posted by cphil006
What does it take to become a gold contributor, platnium contributor???
If you would click on the T-shirts & Hats (http://www.extremeskins.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=T-Shirts!&file=index) link below each post, you'd see
Donation Level
Platinum $55
Gold $40
Silver $35
Bronze $30

[Heavy Jumbo]

Glad I saw this thread.

It's been a while since I made a donation and I think it's about time I make another one.

[Oldskool]

hahaha. I sent in my payment in last night thinking I was going to get Platinum Contributor, but I was $5.00 short :laugh:

OK time to send in some more $$$

[NACSkins]

Bump!

[Thiebear]

Let me just say the other night with my 103 degree fever and i was shaking like a leaf. I was wearing that extremeskins knit hat down over the ears and my old arse heavy green robe around the house and to bed...

So you help them, they'll help you ;)

[dks1240]

im a poor, pathetic college student and somehow i managed to donate :cheers:

[Bat~man]

would love to help the site i know its costly , but i have a boy and a girl soon to be 3 and 5 and im divorced and most my money is tied up , hell i dont even have a bank account much less a credt card =\ my aim is aevans05 if anyone wants to check my profile and see the little ones if for some reason one might not think im being honest ~

[NACSkins]

Originally posted by ~kriztalmeth~
would love to help the site i know its costly , but i have a boy and a girl soon to be 3 and 5 and im divorced and most my money is tied up , hell i dont even have a bank account much less a credt card =\ my aim is aevans05 if anyone wants to check my profile and see the little ones if for some reason one might not think im being honest ~

Post the pics on the show urself thread. Always good to see young skins fans on the site.

[Bat~man]

Originally posted by NACSkins


Post the pics on the show urself thread. Always good to see youg skins fans on the site.

sure thing

[NACSkins]

Not to offend anyone but its much more important to spend your money on your kids (soon to be birthday presents) than this site. Although spending money on the site does have its place and importance. :D

[Bat~man]

Originally posted by NACSkins
Not to offend anyone but its much more important to spend your money on your kids (soon to be birthday presents) than this site. Although spending money on the site does have its place and importance. :D

i agree , altho when i have means i will donate but right now its kinda tight and i have b-days coming up , and i have no credit/debit card to donate online ... but im not trying to be a butthead i will throw some this way when i can .... oh and NACSkins i will have those pictures up there tomorrow when i put them back on the computer

[Park City Skins]

Wife? Kids? Pets? Girlfriend? Please...that would be.... well..... responsible... gasp. ;)

[NACSkins]

Originally posted by Park City Skins
Wife? Kids? Pets? Girlfriend? Please...that would be.... well..... responsible... gasp. ;)


Don't forget authentic Skins paraphernalia! :geek:

[iheartskins]

bump

[Dead Money]

Just a suggestion but like many men, I don;t like women telling me what to do... You may want to change your title of this thread to "Please make a donation" or somehting of the like... peace-out

[BG]

I'd do just about anything for this site.

**warning explicity disgusting sob story follows**

I was ready to hand over my Dad's game collection from the early and mid 80's in order to add to the DVD collection, but when you all got those nasty floods, my brother's house (which is the house I grew up in) was completely flooded out in the basement destroying the old tapes.

My brother and I still cry about that to this day.

One of these days I swear he'll post, but I don't think he's gotten over this yet. It had more sentimental value than just cool games and Redskin glory on tape.....

[Heavy Jumbo]

Originally posted by iheartskins
bump

Hmm...
Hidden messages.

We're being brainwashed :paranoid:

[iheartskins]

Originally posted by Heavy Jumbo


Hmm...
Hidden messages.

We're being brainwashed :paranoid:

If you highlight what I wrote, you'll see what it says. It's like Invisible Ink. :)

[NACSkins]

Originally posted by iheartskins


If you highlight what I wrote, you'll see what it says. It's like Invisible Ink. :)


clever, very clever

[TK]

Originally posted by BG
It had more sentimental value than just cool games and Redskin glory on tape.....
Pron collection?
;)

[kingchris626]

I just made my donation!

[kingchris626]

Hey when does the white button come off? What will it say after? I only made a 10 dollar donation, but hey it's a lot more than some people here right. I'll make another one soon. This is post # 500!

[Montilar]

Well I almost contributed a while back. Was thinking about sending in 100.

I was going to. But I changed my mind and decided I'd wait awhile.

Once again, I'd almost convinced myself it was time to do so. And I had discussed it with another board member (not on the board). Then this thread comes up......

When did I decide NOT to contribute (at least until I changed my mind)? When that white "shame" button went up.

Because I looked on it as an attempt to "shame" people to contribute.

It irritated me. Really irritated me. Like this and the return of the "donate, donate, donate" threads do, and mention is made of the button.

The board's widely claimed to be free and that it always will be free. Yet here a big white "shame" button is put up for anyone who doesn't donate.....

And a comment is made that anyone over 500 posts should contribute.....

If the board really is free, then there would be NO pressure to contribute. No attempt to "shame" a member....

A member of the board would be doing it because they WANTED to, not because they felt pressure from other board members to do so.....

But that's my opinion and really who cares....

[NACSkins]

Originally posted by Montilar
Well I almost contributed a while back. Was thinking about sending in 100.

I was going to. But I changed my mind and decided I'd wait awhile.

Once again, I'd almost convinced myself it was time to do so. And I had discussed it with another board member (not on the board). Then this thread comes up......

When did I decide NOT to contribute (at least until I changed my mind)? When that white "shame" button went up.

Because I looked on it as an attempt to "shame" people to contribute.

It irritated me. Really irritated me. Like this and the return of the "donate, donate, donate" threads do, and mention is made of the button.

The board's widely claimed to be free and that it always will be free. Yet here a big white "shame" button is put up for anyone who doesn't donate.....

And a comment is made that anyone over 500 posts should contribute.....

If the board really is free, then there would be NO pressure to contribute. No attempt to "shame" a member....

A member of the board would be doing it because they WANTED to, not because they felt pressure from other board members to do so.....

But that's my opinion and really who cares....

LOL shame button LOL, it is free and i dont recall any of the owners requesting donations, although i would see nothing wrong with that. The button is there simply to make it easy to do so. and removing it just gives the person who did "DONATE" credit for doing so. The rest the members are just making a sugestion, u should take it as that and not stress urself about it if u really dont wanna give. I only gave a couple bucks because thats what i can afford, but i also understand that every little bit helps. I get the feeling you feel guilty for not donating but thats just my gut feeling. thake that for whats its worth also. :2cents:

although i could be stepping over the line and stating things that are not so. just my opinion.

[MikeB]

I agree that there is a certain level of audacity to those who are not board owners who "guilt" folks to pledge under the comfortable umbrella of righteousness. It's an easy yet ignorant stance to take.

As for the board owners you have never once asked for my cash, and I do plan to pledge some day soon. Threads likes these do irritate heavily though.

The thread owner should simply lead by example. No need to wave hands and jump up and down.

[kingchris626]

Originally posted by Montilar
Well I almost contributed a while back. Was thinking about sending in 100.

I was going to. But I changed my mind and decided I'd wait awhile.

Once again, I'd almost convinced myself it was time to do so. And I had discussed it with another board member (not on the board). Then this thread comes up......

When did I decide NOT to contribute (at least until I changed my mind)? When that white "shame" button went up.

Because I looked on it as an attempt to "shame" people to contribute.

It irritated me. Really irritated me. Like this and the return of the "donate, donate, donate" threads do, and mention is made of the button.

The board's widely claimed to be free and that it always will be free. Yet here a big white "shame" button is put up for anyone who doesn't donate.....

And a comment is made that anyone over 500 posts should contribute.....

If the board really is free, then there would be NO pressure to contribute. No attempt to "shame" a member....

A member of the board would be doing it because they WANTED to, not because they felt pressure from other board members to do so.....

But that's my opinion and really who cares....

One small donation to contribute to a lot of time you spend here on this site won't hurt. It's obviously a free site. You of all people should know that considering all the posts you have made. If you don't want to make a donation, then don't. Soak it up like a sponge

[NACSkins]

Good grief if you don't want to donate then ignore the thread!

:doh:

[kingchris626]

Originally posted by NACSkins
Good grief if you don't want to donate then ignore the thread!

:doh:


Thank you

[Ghost of Nibbs McPimpin]

I thik the donation button is just a reminder. But then I've twice thrown down platinum and I have nowhere near the income some cats on this board do, though I don't have kids or the like, so maybe that helps.

Maybe, instead of the button they can just leave the "contributor" space blank so that those who have contributed are recognized and lead by example, but so the attention isnt' drawn to who hasn't paid.

[NACSkins]

Or if the button bothers them that much they can donate $1.00 to remove the button.

[SkinsNatsFan]

Originally posted by Montilar
Well I almost contributed a while back. Was thinking about sending in 100.

I was going to. But I changed my mind and decided I'd wait awhile.

Once again, I'd almost convinced myself it was time to do so. And I had discussed it with another board member (not on the board). Then this thread comes up......

When did I decide NOT to contribute (at least until I changed my mind)? When that white "shame" button went up.

Because I looked on it as an attempt to "shame" people to contribute.

It irritated me. Really irritated me. Like this and the return of the "donate, donate, donate" threads do, and mention is made of the button.

The board's widely claimed to be free and that it always will be free. Yet here a big white "shame" button is put up for anyone who doesn't donate.....

And a comment is made that anyone over 500 posts should contribute.....

If the board really is free, then there would be NO pressure to contribute. No attempt to "shame" a member....

A member of the board would be doing it because they WANTED to, not because they felt pressure from other board members to do so.....

But that's my opinion and really who cares....

Get over it. This is an incredible site, and absolutely free to us. The only people it's not free to are the people who run it. They can use our help. It's as simple as that.

[NACSkins]

Bump

[mark327]

just my :2cents:

when i discovered this site , i didn't hesitate to make a contribution. i like most of the members on here at the time really couldn't afford to ,but i looked at what i was getting when i came here .
1.) you get the best Redskin coverage and info you could ever want .
2.) the members of this site are the most knowledgable of any i'v spoken with and most likely that you'll ever speak with.
3.) and this one is true everywhere folks , nothing is ever free . help to keep this site what it truely is the best football forum on the net. GO SKINS !!!
i really couldn't afford to do it , but i clicked the button and made a donation anyway , 2 hats, 2 shirts in exchange for your donation . it's not like your throwing your money away.


:2cents: :point2sky

[iheartskins]

Originally posted by MikeB
It's an easy yet ignorant stance to take.

What's ignorant about it? Are you sure you know what ignorant means?

[Chris Worthy]

I didnt need to get to 500 posts to donate. Once I saw that this was the best damn site on the net for Redskins, I made a couple of clicks and Viola..sent my thanks to the folks who keeps this ship running. Hell I dont even read the paper or watch the news like I use to with sports related issues. I come here first, period:helmet:

[Park City Skins]

Originally posted by iheartskins


What's ignorant about it? Are you sure you know what ignorant means?

Nothing iheart. But that's several from Mike in this thread. And just the reaction one would expect . The first comment screaming it.

[SkinsNut73]

I donated after I got comfortable here...when I knew I would be around here everyday...this site has become part of my life. I spend a good amount of time each day here (avg 4 hrs per day with a window open to this site...just waiting for boss to fire me for lack of productivity :))

Like someone else said, I don't need to go anywhere else for news. Bubba is better than ESPN, The Post, The Times, etc. I get all the news I want right here plus the opinions of some very well informed people.

Those are some of the reasons I donated...but also to keep the site free from pop-up ads/advertizing banners. I've been on other sites where the message board is this tiny 4"x6" block in the center of my screen...the top, bottom and sides are filled with banners with different ads...and you get pop-ups everytime you go to different forums.

Anyway...donate if you can...but if your personal situation will not allow it then don't stress over it ....IMO

[Skinz2Win]

For me, it was love at first 'site'. This is the place, make no mistake. Oh and how much fun to see the way the trolls are handled. :laugh:

And, since I don't live in the DC area any longer, it's an oasis of sanity. Try living amongst several million Jets and Giants fans for a while. :rolleyes:

Nice job, boys. Long live Extreme Skins!

:cheers:

[Art]

Originally posted by Montilar
Well I almost contributed a while back. Was thinking about sending in 100.

I was going to. But I changed my mind and decided I'd wait awhile.

Once again, I'd almost convinced myself it was time to do so. And I had discussed it with another board member (not on the board). Then this thread comes up......

When did I decide NOT to contribute (at least until I changed my mind)? When that white "shame" button went up.

Because I looked on it as an attempt to "shame" people to contribute.

It irritated me. Really irritated me. Like this and the return of the "donate, donate, donate" threads do, and mention is made of the button.

The board's widely claimed to be free and that it always will be free. Yet here a big white "shame" button is put up for anyone who doesn't donate.....

And a comment is made that anyone over 500 posts should contribute.....

If the board really is free, then there would be NO pressure to contribute. No attempt to "shame" a member....

A member of the board would be doing it because they WANTED to, not because they felt pressure from other board members to do so.....

But that's my opinion and really who cares....

Monti,

The board is really free. There's no "If" about it. It's REALLY free. You're here. You've not offered a dime. It doesn't get more free. However, there IS a simple fact of life as well. The board is free to you. It's not free to the owners. It's not free to the mods -- I just spent $150 so I could acquire equipment I needed to conduct Doc interviews simply so the people who like it would be able to read it.

But, it's FREE to you.

As this board has grown, the bill to maintain it has grown. As I understand it, just to keep this board up costs several thousand a year due to the bandwidth needs. As the board was growing, the decision was made to allow people an easy option to help the site out if they wanted.

The Make a Donation button was that way.

It's never been a shame button. Though, to be fair, if YOU feel shame, it's probably because you feel you should do more. Others may feel you should do more as well. But, you can only be shamed by not doing what you know you should. You can't be shamed for doing what you believe is right, no matter what anyone else says.

You receive something in return for your donation in the form of gear that helps promote the site. We accept donations for other products as well, so each member always feels like he/she is always getting something in return. To be fair, I think if every regular board member -- visitor or poster -- contributed $10 a year, this board would NEVER go under -- not that it will now either :) -- and we'd be able to do even more for the community.

When we put the Google ads at the bottom of threads, we discussed using some of that money to provide a member who wins a contest here a trip to a Redskins game at some point. We're always trying to do more for the members here.

And that is only possible because the members here help make that possible.

You NEVER have to give a dime to the site to enjoy the site, Monti. But, if you feel shame for enjoying the site while never giving a dime to it, then, you need to ask yourself how come. You don't need to make others feel bad for feelings only you control.

[Grumpy Vet]

I'm late on my promise...but Eric and I have exchanged emails on my "donation w/ benefits". I think it is a great deal. Hopefully you guys do make some money on the gear.

I went w/ 2 XL T-shirts (gotta slim down) and 2 hats for me......then 3 large T-shirts for the people I go to the games w/ (mother, sister & brother-in-law)....and one for Mrs. Grumpy Vet. Hell, she keeps our lil Skin alive while I'm at the game and when I come stumbling through the door after the game.

Hell of a deal. Perhaps in the future, I'll be able to contribute more.

[Blade]

Montilar,

I am the guy who added the 'donation' software, and the contributor ranks....and Ive never once thought of it as a 'shame' button.

Notice, I still have the button under my name, and *I* am the one who's been paying the bills that dont get covered by the generosity of the membership.

There has not been a year YET where I have not paid a SIGNIFICANT amount of money out of my pocket to keep this place afloat. Due to the added features, hardware, and bandwidth requirements the costs here have more than doubled every year.... hopefully 2005 will be the first year that the costs will remain stable.

I am sorry that you feel that there is a form of peer pressure to donate to Extremeskins, Montilar.... just remember, it is coming from people who only have the best of intentions for the community here.

[Dead Money]

Well said Blade...

[Die Hard]

I'll say this... and that's all I'm going to say on the subject.

I've been to a couple of Hogfests (unfortunately not this past season). Did I pay just like everyone else? You bet I did.

Do I run Hogfest? Is that my puppy? Obviously not. That's Tom's pet project.

But when I got there early both years... and things were getting setup for the party.... and there were still lots of things to do... you know what I did?

I offered my help.

Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Was I obligated to? Of course not... I could've cracked open a few cans of beers and got pissed drunk while a few other "volunteers" did the dirty work.

Why should I help out right? I mean, I paid my money... to have a good time. I didn't sign up to work.

But it's the right thing to do.

People will formulate their own opinions of everything. You need to do what you need to do.... because that's what you want to do. Regardless of anybody elses' opinion.

No one is forcing you.

At the end of the day.. it breaks down to this.

Every cent here gets invested back into the site, for programmers, webhosting costs, software licences, prizes, etc.

A simple donation is your way of paying for your own experience to be part of this.

There's about a group of 1000 members (including staff) who have contributed in donations so that ExtremeSkins.com may remain online.. for their own benefit truthfully.

And there's 27,000 other members who are basically living off the kindness of those 1000 strangers.

Make no mistake, without those 1000 strangers that so many here are benefitting from... there's no ExtremeSkins.com.

There's 999 other members who understand the reality. And that's why they may push.

[Phat Hog]

Great post DH! Surprised there are so few that actually help support this site financially.

[Jay Master Jay]

Well since I still have the white button next to my name I will do the right thing. Think you extreme & Blondie

[riggins44]

I agree with Mark327. Yes, you're making a donation...but you get t-shirts, hats, or fleece in return. You're still getting a free
site and some merchandise in return.

What does ESPN Insider cost....$15 bucks a year? You can find out the same info here and more, even faster. To me, I'd rather
help the owners here, than to fatten the pockets at ESPN.

Regardless if you donate $1 or $100, you're helping everyone
here. I'd recommend that everyone step back and look at
what you take from here. I feel I haven't come close to playing
for the time I spend here or for the info I take.

I'd rather donate what I can, then not have this site at all.

I understand the costs involved in a business. The thing is, these guys aren't trying to make a profit. They're just don't
want to shut things down because of expenses.

1000 Thanks to Blade, Diehard, and the Mods. :applause:

[Die Hard]

Originally posted by riggins44
The thing is, these guys aren't trying to make a profit. They're just don't want to shut things down because of expenses.

Not only that Gary... but we strive to make this site bigger and better CONTINUALLY.

You guys want a beat reporter? You want access to Joe Gibbs? You want to be acknowledged as the largest and most informative group of Redskins fans... by the media and respected member of the REdskins organization? You want the most Redskins info... and the fastest (before National News networks?)

You gotta be more than just a "message board". You've got to be "THE" epicentre of what you do. When people think of the Redskins... ANYTHING Redskins... they need to think "ExtremeSkins.com".

That'll get you a beat reporter, insider access to players & coaches & staff, media passes, interviews, columns.

And to do that, we need to continually grow and expand what we offer and what we do.

And to do that... we need resources. Financial, technical, volunteered time and services.

Everyone needs to do their part... so everyone gets what they want. And we ALL want the same thing here.

So how about we start working together? This site already has about 1000+ members who decided to be part of it.

And in 5 years... look what we've built from a typical fan website.

We've got a strong group of committed people to help ExtremeSkins.com reach its potential. The groundwork is already here... you don't have to be a pioneer.

You just need to lend a helping hand.

[Dead Money]

If there is anything that I can do to help beside pay more money, please PM me guys.

I just looked up the top 20 posters and theres 4-5 that aren't listed as contributors. This doesn't include the staff members who may have a non-contributor status.

If you are one of the top 20 posters on this board, you have no excuses not to contribute something.

I will spend the next 10 years on here and I couldn't catch up to ya'll.

[bubba9497]

just fork over some dough :security:


I know where you live!









;)

[SkinsCrunkin]

I'm a poor college kid, with a part-time job that I only work about 10 hours a week, and I still contributed a little and will scrap up some more when I get some bills paid...come on everyone no excuses...

[halter91]

I agree and since Granny decided to Shrink my fleece, I may have to get another as soon as I get my bills caught up.

[Park City Skins]

I'd say that takes care of Most of it right there. No guilt nor pressure being put on those who haven't. No hand waving nor jumping up an down. Nobody getting told what to do, ( by a woman or anyone else :rolleyes: Grow up). Simply reminding some that there is alot that goes into this site and maybe a little help would be nice. That we all are here enjoying the fruits of someon else's labor. Some can't and it is understood, but even a little bit can go a long way for the rest. As has been noted, only guilt or shame felt lies squarely on the shoulders of those that feel that way. 'Nuff said there I think. When or if you can. That's all. :)

[NACSkins]

http://wavcentral.com/sounds/movies/JerryMacGuire/jmcuba.mp3

[NACSkins]

http://wavcentral.com/sounds/movies/JerryMacGuire/jmjshow.mp3

[bubba9497]

Sell a pint of blood, geez

[NACSkins]

Originally posted by bubba9497
Sell a pint of blood, geez

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

[Redskins4Life]

I love this site so much, that I was THE VERY FIRST Extremer to buy not 2 but FOUR T-Shirts in one purchase, when they were first offered. Alas, I need to buy/donate some more eventually...

[Heavy Jumbo]

I haven't read through all of this thread so i don't know if this has already been stated....

I have never felt pressured to make a donation by any of the mods around here (save maybe Bubba every now and then, indirectly, of course :) ) and I'm willing to bet that no other member has had any DIRECT pressure to donate either. You may want to take notice that this thread was started by a "normal" member (not that I'm saying Blondie is normal in any sense of the word) and not by the mods. That says so much to me about the quality of people that run this board and the quaility of the site itself that a "normal" member would encourage others to help out.

Keep up the good work guys.


(just doing my part to keep this thread on the first page)

[Monte51Coleman]

Originally posted by halter91
I agree and since Granny decided to Shrink my fleece, I may have to get another as soon as I get my bills caught up.

Betting against Duke is NOT going to help you get caught up!:laugh:

[Montilar]

I ignored this thread on purpose after saying that.

:laugh:

But it got exactly the responses I had predicted to myself it would..... and from whom. :)

[Henry]

Originally posted by Montilar
Well I almost contributed a while back. Was thinking about sending in 100.

I was going to. But I changed my mind and decided I'd wait awhile.

Once again, I'd almost convinced myself it was time to do so. And I had discussed it with another board member (not on the board). Then this thread comes up......

When did I decide NOT to contribute (at least until I changed my mind)? When that white "shame" button went up.

Because I looked on it as an attempt to "shame" people to contribute.

It irritated me. Really irritated me. Like this and the return of the "donate, donate, donate" threads do, and mention is made of the button.

The board's widely claimed to be free and that it always will be free. Yet here a big white "shame" button is put up for anyone who doesn't donate.....

And a comment is made that anyone over 500 posts should contribute.....

If the board really is free, then there would be NO pressure to contribute. No attempt to "shame" a member....

A member of the board would be doing it because they WANTED to, not because they felt pressure from other board members to do so.....

But that's my opinion and really who cares....

You know what's funny? How many members ask how they can donate. We've all seen it. And when someone points out, hey, it's that button right under your name they all feel silly.

We make the button prominent for a simple reason: A lot of people want to donate, but can't figure out how. And even with the big white button, people still can't always figure it out.

Trust me, it would be a lot easier to charge a nominal membership fee that to think of clever ways to 'shame' voluntary donations out of people.

[Park City Skins]

Originally posted by Montilar
I ignored this thread on purpose after saying that.

:laugh:

But it got exactly the responses I had predicted to myself it would..... and from whom. :)

Just what I expected. ;)

[Blade]

Originally posted by Montilar
I ignored this thread on purpose after saying that.

:laugh:

But it got exactly the responses I had predicted to myself it would..... and from whom. :)

You should have placed a bet in Vegas on it then.... you'd be a rich man now and you could buy your own website, host it, and make it free to everyone and never ask for donations.:rolleyes:

I appreciated your honesty in your first post, Montilar, even if I did not agree with how you see things. But this kind of smug follow-up is not only completely devoid of anything useful, its rather rude.

Did someone wearing an Extremeskins Tshirt steal your lunch money? :)

[Art]

Originally posted by Montilar
I ignored this thread on purpose after saying that.

:laugh:

But it got exactly the responses I had predicted to myself it would..... and from whom. :)

Monti,

I NEVER took you for an ignorant twit.

I have had to reassess. It's amazing what some people will stoop to. I had thought better of you.

[CHUBAKAH]

Wow, some people's kids.
:doh:

[BG]

Originally posted by TK-IV II I

Pron collection?
;)

HA

Pron.....:laugh:

[TK]

Originally posted by Montilar
I ignored this thread on purpose after saying that.

:laugh:

But it got exactly the responses I had predicted to myself it would..... and from whom. :)
Some sites actually charge you a membership fee to be a jackass. You got to do it here for free.

[perturbed]

OK OK OK I GIVE I GIVE.. please no more torture I will give to the site... arrrrrgggg


J/K ;)

I will make a contribution the this great site.. thanks guys.. :cheers:

[Skinz2Win]

Originally posted by TK-IV II I

Some sites actually charge you a membership fee to be a jackass. You got to do it here for free.

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

[Jay Master Jay]

How much do I have to donate to get a hat & fleece:helmet:

[TK]

Originally posted by Henry


You know what's funny? How many members ask how they can donate. We've all seen it. And when someone points out, hey, it's that button right under your name they all feel silly.

We make the button prominent for a simple reason: A lot of people want to donate, but can't figure out how. And even with the big white button, people still can't always figure it out.

Trust me, it would be a lot easier to charge a nominal membership fee that to think of clever ways to 'shame' voluntary donations out of people.

Case in point.

Originally posted by Jay Master Jay
How much do I have to donate to get a hat & fleece:helmet:
Under each post, there is a link you can click that says
Fleece & Caps (http://www.extremeskins.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=T-Shirts!&file=fleece) and T-shirts & Hats (http://www.extremeskins.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=T-Shirts!&file=index).

[Jay Master Jay]

Thanks I got it

[MrSilverMaC]

I'm thinking about a fleece too.

PM Die Hard
~TK

[iheartskins]

Originally posted by MrSilverMaC
I'm thinking about a fleece too.

PM Die Hard

Ya know, when you quote the "No, No" things, it just causes more work. ;)

~TK

[bubba9497]

Originally posted by Montilar
I ignored this thread on purpose after saying that.

:laugh:

But it got exactly the responses I had predicted to myself it would..... and from whom. :)

:doh: sounds like an eagle fan

[bubba9497]

Originally posted by Heavy Jumbo
I haven't read through all of this thread so i don't know if this has already been stated....

I have never felt pressured to make a donation by any of the mods around here (save maybe Bubba every now and then, indirectly, of course :) )
(just doing my part to keep this thread on the first page)


my cousins Vito & Guido have paid you a visit... I see :security:



:laugh:

[Bigkatt]

Never really thought anything about it until I read this thread. Over the years I’ve bought shirts, hats and even Dvds from this cool site and still always had the “Make a Donation” button. Now don’t go telling anyone cause they might do something silly, like take my button away. It’s my button and I want to keep it. The point is you should donate or buy great merchandise here because you want to and you shouldn’t feel bad if you’re in a position where you can’t.

[bubba9497]

damn Direct-TV, and the phone company sending me bills trying to "shame me" because I use their service....

:rolleyes:


you know what, some of the holier than thou attitudes, really are pissing me off. I don't care if some of you dont appreciate the time & money spent to provide the masses with the best Redskin site on the net... no pop-us, no commercials, or corporate sponsors, no sign-up fees...... all is asked is a donation...... OMG how dare them... if you can't or WON'T help out fine...... but damn it don't post **** about a donation button!

if you feel guilty that's your problem...if you post as many times as some of the gripers, and use any of the services.... you should feel guilty!


Do you call up the PBS pledge drives or Jerry Lewis's telethon and lecture them about asking for donations:doh:

[SkinsFTW]

Originally posted by Henry


You know what's funny? How many members ask how they can donate. We've all seen it. And when someone points out, hey, it's that button right under your name they all feel silly.

We make the button prominent for a simple reason: A lot of people want to donate, but can't figure out how. And even with the big white button, people still can't always figure it out.


EDIT: PM Die Hard

I would have donated a long time ago really but I dont like the Paypal scheme and avoid using it anymore. Is there a way to just put in my creditcard info to donate like I do when ordering items from other websites like mwave.com or newegg.com?

[Blade]

Originally posted by SkinsFTW


EDIT: PM Die Hard

I would have donated a long time ago really but I dont like the Paypal scheme and avoid using it anymore. Is there a way to just put in my creditcard info to donate like I do when ordering items from other websites like mwave.com or newegg.com?

PM Die Hard regarding DVDs.

Regarding other options you can use to donate, you can send a check or money order as a donation as well. Unfortunately, I dont have any other way to offer credit card transactions other than Paypal at the moment.

[Park City Skins]

Damn bubba. Let it out dude let it out. :laugh:

[gridironmike]

I got chastised for suggesting this at one time. I was maybe a little more blunt about it, but I had the same intention.

[Heavy Jumbo]

donate! donate! donate! donate!

:D

[project myu]

This might be a dumb idea but maybe you could have exclusive content for the donators. Nothing entirely too big to take away from the site and split it into an upper and lower class, but small stuff such as past highlights that CrazyZeb has done, maybe a custom avatar (just a small one.. I think I already said in another thread that I didn't really like the avatars, I mean do I really need to see Bugel's upper body everytime bubba posts? :laugh: ), the glowing names, etc.

[Art]

Originally posted by project myu
This might be a dumb idea but maybe you could have exclusive content for the donators. Nothing entirely too big to take away from the site and split it into an upper and lower class, but small stuff such as past highlights that CrazyZeb has done, maybe a custom avatar (just a small one.. I think I already said in another thread that I didn't really like the avatars, I mean do I really need to see Bugel's upper body everytime bubba posts? :laugh: ), the glowing names, etc.

We will NEVER have exclusive content for donations.

Ever. Other boards do that. We will NEVER do that. Any content we are able to achieve here will ALWAYS be available to each member of our community. We might make you REGISTER to see it, but we'd never make you donate to see it.

This will NEVER change here, even if we were to land an exclusive interview with Joe Gibbs. Our strength is in our membership and we will always reward you with whatever access and information we can get.

[Die Hard]

Originally posted by project myu
This might be a dumb idea but maybe you could have exclusive content for the donators. Nothing entirely too big to take away from the site and split it into an upper and lower class, but small stuff such as past highlights that CrazyZeb has done, maybe a custom avatar (just a small one.. I think I already said in another thread that I didn't really like the avatars, I mean do I really need to see Bugel's upper body everytime bubba posts? :laugh: ), the glowing names, etc.

Art is correct about the content.

However, we have a lot of new ideas (gimmicks, features, functions) that will be implemented with our new upgrade to reward those who donate.... and keep this site alive and continually growing and upgrading.

[TheSteve]

I can't believe people would complain about a donation button on a free site:laugh:

If ExtremeSkins charged just 1$ per registration they'd have enough to pay for atleast half a decade of web hosting probably.

[Montilar]

I can't believe people would complain about a donation button on a free site


the donation button isn't the issue. I could care less about the button. It was a good idea. Let's clarify it farther.

blade and diehard made it to make it easy for someone to contribute. No biggie.

But by making it change to reflect that someone has contributed, or having "ranks" such as "contributer, silver contributer", that's what irritated me. It provides a "status". And I never said a thing about it until the latest "solicitation" thread. Actually the continual solicitation threads is what really irritates me. I look on soliciters like I do politicians. It should be legal to shoot 'em all....

It's no ones business if I or anyone else has donated. Or how much. Other than blade or die hards. And in fact if/when I donate (assuming another solicitation thread doesn't pop up from another board member when I deem it about time), it'd likely be anonymous. and the white button will still be there.

And then the almost monthly solicitation (Donate) threads put up by members (not blade or diehard I know).... when a soliciter calls or knocks on the door, I cuss them out, then hang up, or slam the door in their face. I DON"T do solicitations. For ANYONE.

And funny, after the two comments in this thread, I haven't been able to access the board for the last 4 or 5 days.. Until today..........

I could access any and everything else; but not this board. If I somehow made it past the front page, it almost always came up "server too busy". And when I asked elsewhere, no one else said they had trouble also.......

IF (and there shouldn't of been) there was a temporary "ban" in effect for voicing an opinion, I'd hope notificaton would be sent. But it was quite a coincidence in the timing...

[Art]

Monti,

You're banned now. My mail is art@extremeskins.com so when you want to return, let me know and you can personally describe the difference between what a ban is and what you were experiencing that was not a ban.

Sound fun?

[Henry]

Monty, first it was the 'big white "shame" button.'

Now 'the button isn't the issue.'

Honestly, it looks to me like you're simply looking for a way to be contrary. You don't want to donate? Fine.

Don't.

But stop talking about it already. You don't dance very well.

Oh, and if you had been banned, you wouldn't have had to guess about it. Trust me.

[bubba9497]

if you "donated" your complaints maybe taking more seriously


right now you sound like a guy in a free soup line bitching about the service.


the contributor rankings are a way to say thank you, to those you helped the site out...

[Zen-like Todd]

Donate?

I donate 6+ astoundingly insightful, poetic, spiritually moving posts a day. Blade/DH actually pay ME to post on this board! :silly:

P.S. For some reason when I was posting this the WWF wrestling character "Mr. Perfect" popped into my head. Don't ask me why, I haven't watched the WWF in over ten years, but it seemed apropos. :)

[wvufootball1976]

There, my 5 bucks is on its way to ExtremeSkins as we speak! And I feel GREAT!! Love the site, read it a lot more than I post, but with all the info and especially Bang's cartoons its well worth the small investment. Will probably donate a little again soon. GO SKINS!!!!! Now how can I get one of those little "Make A Donation" boxes under my name? Lol.:dallasuck

[wvufootball1976]

And...WHOOMP, there it is.

[bubba9497]

Originally posted by wvufootball1976
There, my 5 bucks is on its way to ExtremeSkins as we speak! And I feel GREAT!! Love the site, read it a lot more than I post, but with all the info and especially Bang's cartoons its well worth the small investment. Will probably donate a little again soon. GO SKINS!!!!! Now how can I get one of those little "Make A Donation" boxes under my name? Lol.:dallasuck

:point2sky thanks


I'm raising a family & I know how money can be tight..... when I have an extra few bucks... I'll donate. some people can't.... and that's okay, been there before myself.... but if you can thanks

There are other ways to contribute... volunteering and helping out with chores Die Hard and Blade need assistance with. Or if you have some skill that could make the board better, donate your time to help out.

This is a family in my eyes... and family helps each other out, when they can.

but don't complain and whine about being asked, especially when you use the site and never contibuted.... that is well,....

chicken :censored:

[Brave]

Originally posted by Montilar
It provides a "status". .
Some might say it shows pride in having supported a site that becomes a part of your daily life. That's how I view it. I'm PROUD to have "Platinum" associated with my name ... but I don't necessarily see it as status.

However, even if I DID see it as status I don't know what the big deal is. Showing how many posts we all have is a kind of status. Getting access to more and better avatars is status. What's wrong with that?

This board is what it is, Monty. Perhaps it's not for everyone ... but it is what it is.

[wvufootball1976]

Well stated Bubba. I'm here to help my Redskin brotheren anyway I can. Just hope we can keep this site running for a long, long time. Getting tired of reading the same story over and over again on the WashingtonPost when I can come here and learn of going on's much quicker and talk to some good people and other Redskin fans. We're in very limited supply up here in Northern Ohio so its good to have football talk with you guys and take a little vacation from all the :puke: (Cleveland Browns) fans. Good bit of Steeler folks up this way too and I can handle them, maybe cuz I was born it Pittsburgh (Lavar's town)!!! and of course there are quite a few Dallas fans I gotta deal with but theyre retards so I dispose of them quickly when it comes to matching wits. Anyway, keep posting........and again, :dallasuck

[Die Hard]

Originally posted by wvufootball1976
There, my 5 bucks is on its way to ExtremeSkins as we speak! And I feel GREAT!! Love the site, read it a lot more than I post, but with all the info and especially Bang's cartoons its well worth the small investment. Will probably donate a little again soon. GO SKINS!!!!! Now how can I get one of those little "Make A Donation" boxes under my name? Lol.:dallasuck

Blade's off for a week. He'll get to it when he gets back.

But we all appreciate your support.

[kingchris626]

What exactly are the things you get and at what donation amounts? Also, is it donations in total or donation at once?

[CHUBAKAH]

Originally posted by kingchris626
What exactly are the things you get and at what donation amounts? Also, is it donations in total or donation at once?
Click here (http://www.extremeskins.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=T-Shirts!&file=donations) for details

[TK]

Originally posted by kingchris626
What exactly are the things you get and at what donation amounts? Also, is it donations in total or donation at once?
If you would click on the T-shirts & Hats (http://www.extremeskins.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=T-Shirts!&file=index) link below each post, you'd see
Donation Level
Platinum $55
Gold $40
Silver $35
Bronze $30

[Bang]

Chocolate Chip Cookies)

Ingredients
2/3 cup sugar (a mixture of brown and white sugar as you prefer)
½ cup butter, softened
1 large egg
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 oz / 170 g sweet or semisweet chocolate chips


Method
1. Preheat oven to 190 deg C / 375 deg F.
2. Cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla and mix well.
4. Add baking soda, salt and flour and mix well.
5. Add chocolate chips.
6. Place the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
7. Drop by rounded large teaspoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
8. Bake the chocolate chip cookies for 8 to 10 minutes until light brown. Always try with a few cookies to check whether the dough is OK.
9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then move the cookies to a wire rack.

The best result is obtained if you use chocolate chips made especially for baking. You may also cut chocolate bars into small chips, but these will melt during baking (as on the photo above).

Variations
You may add nuts, smarties or chopped white chocolate in addition to the chocolate chips

Enjoy!

~Bang

[Park City Skins]

I can use Spenda instead of the sugar mix right?

;)

[mark327]

i'm guessing there's no donation needed for the cookies receipe ;) :laugh:

[Ax]

*bump*

[Heavy Jumbo]

:bump:

[SkinsNatsFan]

Originally posted by Park City Skins
I can use Spenda instead of the sugar mix right?

;)

Is the sugar to Splenda ratio 1 to 1?