Is it me, or speaking in the 3rd person IS ANNOYING

I am sure there are alot of folks out there....
But why do people some on here, refer to themselves and write their posts in the third person??:rage:

I just find it rather annoying to try to read.. and tend to simply skim over the posts...

Just sayin

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Originally Posted by Montessa Python

I am sure there are alot of folks out there....
But why do people some on here, refer to themselves and write their posts in the third person??:rage:

I just find it rather annoying to try to read.. and tend to simply skim over the posts...

Just sayin

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A good example of this in the sports world was/is Rickey Henderson.

Also, being myself, BrandonsBalls thinks that, if it were possible to talk in the 4th person, Big Gunns would be the man to do it.

Not sure about *people* as I have only seen it from one person. :)

Seems that it occupies A LOT of space between people's ears and generates A LOT of fingers on keys, so I doubt it will end anytime soon.

Does not bother me, and in all honestly I do not get why people (not just this thread - but all the other posts about it) get themselves whipped into a froth over something so inconsequential.

It is all about agency.

Bruce

There is an ignore feature for those who it bothers that much. ;)

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Originally Posted by rabernet

There is an ignore feature for those who it bothers that much. ;)

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And I ignore everyone that does it. Big gunns was on ignore the very first day I saw it.

It's annoying at first, but once you get used to it.
Big Gunns has a lot of good information to share, just the way he does it is untraditional.

I enjoy reading the posts by BG. He often has a good point and he obviously has a good sense of humor. I don't know, puts me in a better mood sometimes lol

It isn't worth getting your underwear all bunched up over it :P

Is it really important enough to waste your energy complaining about it? If the answer is yes then just use the ignore function. :rolleyes:

believe it or not, some people write in third person out of requirement. All of my design reviews, reports, and labs must be written in third person or else they won't be accepted.

The way I see it, it's a matter of personal preference. As long as your consistent with your style I'm cool with it.

What is the point of such a thread? I often wonder why some people feel compelled to call out members on a public forum when they have an issue with the way they post.

Drama maybe? I know drama is entertaining to some :rolleyes: but come on.

If someone irritates you that much you have ability to put them on IGNORE so why not use this option instead :confused:

It's the internet their are many different personalities some more originals then others and quite entertaining to say the least, where is the harm in that.

If I have to chose between people who are originals and funny and people who complain, and are never happy....................guess who I chose? ;)............regardless I can't put anyone on ignore :cool:

But yeah

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I really don't get why this is worth so many posts and complaining. It isn't a big deal. I know of some people that do it chronically (they don't even realize they are speaking any differently, they just do). What about stuttering and lisps?

Seriously, guys... life is too short!

itz less anoyin den ppl talkn like dis wit all tha bad punkchwation, grammer and speelling
it culd be werse

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Originally Posted by Montessa Python

I am sure there are alot of folks out there....
But why do people some on here, refer to themselves and write their posts in the third person??:rage:

I just find it rather annoying to try to read.. and tend to simply skim over the posts...

Just sayin

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Next time you see "people some on here"(yeah right..."some":rofl:) Big Gunns is really gonna be annoyed with the "people some on here". Where are these wannabees?:taz::taz:

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Originally Posted by BrandonsBalls

A good example of this in the sports world was/is Rickey Henderson.

Also, being myself, BrandonsBalls thinks that, if it were possible to talk in the 4th person, Big Gunns would be the man to do it.

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If one person can figure out how to do it....it's Big Gunns. Let BG mull this over in his genius mind and get back to yah. BG is gonna figure this 4th person thing out.:D

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Originally Posted by rabernet

There is an ignore feature for those who it bothers that much. ;)

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They just won't know what their missing if they do such a thing Rabby.

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Originally Posted by Clear

And I ignore everyone that does it. Big gunns was on ignore the very first day I saw it.

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Is there a way for the administrators to find out who really put Big Gunns on ignore.? Somehow BG doesn't believe they really do it.:D;)

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Originally Posted by the_Ryno

It's annoying at first, but once you get used to it.
Big Gunns has a lot of good information to share, just the way he does it is untraditional.

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It's not "untraditional". Big Gunns is starting a new trend that will spread worldwide. BG just needs a leeetle more time fans.:banana:

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Originally Posted by bad-one

I enjoy reading the posts by BG. He often has a good point and he obviously has a good sense of humor. I don't know, puts me in a better mood sometimes lol

It isn't worth getting your underwear all bunched up over it :P

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It's "worth" it to BG. Once they stop doing that, Big Gunns has nobody to play with.:D

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Originally Posted by MarkS

Is it really important enough to waste your energy complaining about it? If the answer is yes then just use the ignore function. :rolleyes:

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Come on Marky...you can admit it. When Big Gunns first showed up you were complaining also. It just goes to show fans. If a long time Leeetle Minion can become a Big Gunns fan....anything is possible.:banana:

ps. PM Marky for the meaning of Leeetle Minion if you're lost.:D

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Originally Posted by Bobsean

believe it or not, some people write in third person out of requirement. All of my design reviews, reports, and labs must be written in third person or else they won't be accepted.

The way I see it, it's a matter of personal preference. As long as your consistent with your style I'm cool with it.

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Well everyone...you have to admit. Big Gunns is "consistent" with his style.:P

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Originally Posted by Bruce Whitehead

Not sure about *people* as I have only seen it from one person. :)

Seems that it occupies A LOT of space between people's ears and generates A LOT of fingers on keys, so I doubt it will end anytime soon.

Does not bother me, and in all honestly I do not get why people (not just this thread - but all the other posts about it) get themselves whipped into a froth over something so inconsequential.

It is all about agency.

Bruce

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There's only one thing that can stop Big Gunns. If the perfect person Big Gunns sees in the mirror tells BG to stop....he'll stop. That person usually does whatever Big Gunns says...so BG doubts it's gonna stop fans.:D

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Originally Posted by Deborah

What is the point of such a thread? I often wonder why some people feel compelled to call out members on a public forum when they have an issue with the way they post.

Drama maybe? I know drama is entertaining to some :rolleyes: but come on.

If someone irritates you that much you have ability to put them on IGNORE so why not use this option instead :confused:

It's the internet their are many different personalities some more originals then others and quite entertaining to say the least, where is the harm in that.

If I have to chose between people who are originals and funny and people who complain, and are never happy....................guess who I chose? ;)............regardless I can't put anyone on ignore :cool:

But yeah

http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p...usBusiness.jpg

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The "point of such a thread"???? Nothing entertains The Man, The Myth, The Legend in his own mind more. Big Gunns needs to find a forum with nothing but threads like this. It would be heaven for Big Gunns.:banana:

Some people just love to "complain" Deb....and Big Gunns loves them....on the forum anyway. He hates them in real life.:rage:

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Originally Posted by coldblooded

I really don't get why this is worth so many posts and complaining. It isn't a big deal. I know of some people that do it chronically (they don't even realize they are speaking any differently, they just do). What about stuttering and lisps?

Seriously, guys... life is too short!

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It's "worth" millions to Big Gunns. Where does he send the cash?:D

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Originally Posted by aybe.sea

itz less anoyin den ppl talkn like dis wit all tha bad punkchwation, grammer and speelling
it culd be werse

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BG is never annoyed. He loves all his fans, even with bad punctuation and grammar.:gj:

I find the 3rd person speak much less annoying than all of the people complaining about it. I honestly don't see the point in this thread. It's obvious that it's geared toward a single member and I believe that it would be much easier to press the ignore button than to start up a thread about why you might want to put someone on ignore.
One thing I will say about this certain member is that I have not seen him be rude or complain (except for the fact that we don't pay him to post;). In that sense I think that many folks here could learn a little something.

What does everyone think Big Gunns loves more? The "quote" or the leeetle icons.:D:P;):bow::rage::taz::rofl::tears::banana::banana::banana:

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Originally Posted by waltah!

I find the 3rd person speak much less annoying than all of the people complaining about it. I honestly don't see the point in this thread. It's obvious that it's geared toward a single member and I believe that it would be much easier to press the ignore button than to start up a thread about why you might want to put someone on ignore.
One thing I will say about this certain member is that I have not seen him be rude or complain (except for the fact that we don't pay him to post;). In that sense I think that many folks here could learn a little something.

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:tears::tears::tears:"certain member"????????

IT'S BIG GUNNS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:taz::taz::taz::taz:

When I first saw BG talking in third person I thought he was really annoying, but now that reading a lot of his posts he is pretty helpful and knows his stuff. So, the third person talking doesn't bother me anymore.

The people that think BG is annoying, you should really read some of his posts, he's a pretty helpful guy and knows his facts.

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Originally Posted by CoolioTiffany

When I first saw BG talking in third person I thought he was really annoying, but now that reading a lot of his posts he is pretty helpful and knows his stuff. So, the third person talking doesn't bother me anymore.

The people that think BG is annoying, you should really read some of his posts, he's a pretty helpful guy and knows his facts.

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Hence the Big Gunns sig to your first comment.


Kids have always loved Big Gunns.:banana::banana:

ps. How long do you think Tiff will love BG if he keeps calling her a "kid"?:D

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Originally Posted by bad-one

I enjoy reading the posts by BG. He often has a good point and he obviously has a good sense of humor. I don't know, puts me in a better mood sometimes lol

It isn't worth getting your underwear all bunched up over it :P

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Agreed, I'm sure he is just being funny, and does not refer to himself in the 3rd person in real life, face-to-face situations.

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Originally Posted by Big Gunns

ps. How long do you think Tiff will love BG if he keeps calling her a "kid"?:D

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LOL, it doesn't bother me, but I know I'm not a kid (my definiton of kid would be very young, childish, immature...crazy for candy:O).

Tiff likes candy though... xD
I just not feeling that good right now, so I don't want candy.. What did Taco Bell do to mee:O:O:taz::taz::colbert:

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Originally Posted by BrandonsBalls

Agreed, I'm sure he is just being funny, and does not refer to himself in the 3rd person in real life, face-to-face situations.

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You have obviously never met Big Gunns.:rofl::rofl::rofl:


If you know who Big Gunns is(in other words...you're a forum loser like him)....you bet your Ball pythons he talks in the third person.:D

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Originally Posted by CoolioTiffany

LOL, it doesn't bother me, but I know I'm not a kid (my definiton of kid would be very young, childish, immature...crazy for candy:O).

Tiff likes candy though... xD
I just not feeling that good right now, so I don't want candy.. What did Taco Bell do to mee:O:O:taz::taz::colbert:

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"Kids" never think they're "kids":D

Big Gunns loves Candy also....he named his favorite Ball Python after it didn't he?

BRB...gotta go get a Twix.:D

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Originally Posted by Big Gunns

BRB...gotta go get a Twix.:D

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It's not fun to tease Tiff LOL.

I want some Whoppers:(
I not feeling so good right now, I think it's the Taco Bell that did it..

Big guns is on ignore.

Good information or not, snarkiness in the third person is something I'll pass up on.

Theres a word I've never heard.... snarkiness, please define:weirdface

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Originally Posted by aarondm

Theres a word I've never heard.... snarkiness, please define:weirdface

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A witty mannerism, personality, or behavior that is a combination of sarcasm and cynicism. Usually accepted as a complimentary term. Snark is sometimes mistaken for a snotty or arrogant attitude.

Doesn't bother me at all.

Reminds me--it's not really out of requirement, but when speaking in an asian language (Chinese, Korean, Japanese) third person is often used. Although I'm not quite sure why... could be a respect thing.

For example, sometimes to say something like "I really admire you." but more respectful, it's spoken "This *name* really admires big brother/big sister/etc."

-shrug-

Lewie loves talking in the third person. Lewie thinks reffering to himself in the third person is an amazing thing!

Perhaps there is a "speaking in 3rd person day" on the horizon?

Should we put it up to a vote? Participation being completely mandatory of course. :D

Bruce

Eventide only wishes she had thought of unique way of speaking first. ;)

you think its all been done, but then you realize; you can be narrating in 2nd person. you win ABC.

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Originally Posted by Soterios

Big guns is on ignore.

Good information or not, snarkiness in the third person is something I'll pass up on.

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Originally Posted by Soterios

A witty mannerism, personality, or behavior that is a combination of sarcasm and cynicism. Usually accepted as a complimentary term. Snark is sometimes mistaken for a snotty or arrogant attitude.

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Big Gunns has got to add his most famous quote to his sig so that his haters can understand why the hate him so much. To those that don't know it.


Either.... Arrogance only bothers the weak.

or...."Snarkiness" only bothers the weak.

It's just one of those things that Big Gunns has always found to be true. One of these days BG will make a post and prove it with famous people that are hated by the weak.

Donald Trump comes immediately to BG's genius mind as an example. Big Gunns has never hated The Donald...well...his hair maybe.:D BG(pimp daddy) needs to send DT some gel.:D

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Originally Posted by p3titexburial

Doesn't bother me at all.

Reminds me--it's not really out of requirement, but when speaking in an asian language (Chinese, Korean, Japanese) third person is often used. Although I'm not quite sure why... could be a respect thing.

For example, sometimes to say something like "I really admire you." but more respectful, it's spoken "This *name* really admires big brother/big sister/etc."

-shrug-

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This must explain Big Gunns love for all things Asian. Hold on... BG won't eat fish heads.:D

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Originally Posted by Bruce Whitehead

Perhaps there is a "speaking in 3rd person day" on the horizon?

Should we put it up to a vote? Participation being completely mandatory of course. :D

Bruce

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You could, but at the end of the day everyone will be singing this song about Big Gunns.

YouTube - the spy who loved me intro carly simon

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Originally Posted by Big Gunns

Big Gunns has got to add his most famous quote to his sig so that his haters can understand why the hate him so much. To those that don't know it.


Either.... Arrogance only bothers the weak.

or...."Snarkiness" only bothers the weak.

It's just one of those things that Big Gunns has always found to be true. One of these days BG will make a post and prove it with famous people that are hated by the weak.

Donald Trump comes immediately to BG's genius mind as an example. Big Gunns has never hated The Donald...well...his hair maybe.:D BG(pimp daddy) needs to send DT some gel.:D



This must explain Big Gunns love for all things Asian. Hold on... BG won't eat fish heads.:D




You could, but at the end of the day everyone will be singing this song about Big Gunns.

YouTube - the spy who loved me intro carly simon

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:bow::bow::gj::gj:

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Originally Posted by Big Gunns

YouTube - the spy who loved me intro carly simon

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I got as far as the first line of the song before I spit beer on my monitor, and I drink good beer, so I hate to waste it!!! :taz: :rofl: :gj:

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Originally Posted by TnT Reptiles

:bow::bow::gj::gj:

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Originally Posted by Bruce Whitehead

I got as far as the first line of the song before I spit beer on my monitor, and I drink good beer, so I hate to waste it!!! :taz: :rofl: :gj:

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Just like Superman "Big Gunns was put here for a reason"

To entertain his fans.:banana::banana:

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Originally Posted by Big Gunns

Just like Superman "Big Gunns was put here for a reason"

To entertain his fans.:banana::banana:

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How about entertaining us with pics of what your hiding over there that you are so reluctant to post. I would love to see an updated pastel candy pic.

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Originally Posted by TnT Reptiles

How about entertaining us with pics of what your hiding over there that you are so reluctant to post. I would love to see an updated pastel candy pic.

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There will be a time for that. Unfortunately for you...this ain't it.
Besides....Big Gunns only shows off about once every 6 months. He prefers it when everyone just thinks he's some loser with a big mouth(which is the truth). It's no fun if they know he has cool snakes. BG doesn't know who his true fans are when they know this. They may just love him for his snake.;):D

By the way...it's called a Starburst. BG is getting sued for using that name, just like Colin is for his Silver Surfer.;)

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Originally Posted by Big Gunns

There will be a time for that. Unfortunately for you...this ain't it.
Besides....Big Gunns only shows off about once every 6 months. He prefers it when everyone just thinks he's some loser with a big mouth(which is the truth). It's no fun if they know he has cool snakes. BG doesn't know who his true fans are when they know this. They may just love him for his snake.;):D

By the way...it's called a Starburst. BG is getting sued for using that name, just like Colin is for his Silver Surfer.;)

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I guess I'll have to check back in a couple months. :rolleyes:

BTW sorry for the :hijackd:

Now back to talking about this 3rd person loser whoever that might be.;):D

I am pretty sure this post is referring to Big gunns. Although I find it strange, who am I to judge. I find it rather interesting and think of Big Gunns as an asset to this site, Although "annoying" its quite comical.

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Originally Posted by Big Gunns

YouTube - the spy who loved me intro carly simon

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OK NOW I'm annoyed with BG and think a custom infraction for giving me an ear worm is now in order. :mad:

I'm serious BG, if I don't get this danged song out of my head today, I'm going to be very, very, very angry!!!! :P Hell, I'm even singing it while cleaning snakes!

It does not personally bother me...

YouTube - The Jimmy

Haha the jimmy, I've never seen that one

BG doesn't bother me, he makes me laugh

I find BG to be very interesting and funny. I also think that he knows a lot of information about these wonderful creatures that we keep. I find that to be very valuable. This of course is just my opinion.

BG for president.

:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by rabernet

OK NOW I'm annoyed with BG and think a custom infraction for giving me an ear worm is now in order. :mad:

I'm serious BG, if I don't get this danged song out of my head today, I'm going to be very, very, very angry!!!! :P Hell, I'm even singing it while cleaning snakes!

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Big Gunns wants you to practice his theme song very hard. He expects all his fans to be able to sing it.....and sing it in tune.:D

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Originally Posted by dsirkle

YouTube - The Jimmy

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The ending to that show is hilarious. Kramer is getting an award because they think he's "special" since he's talking like he is.

BG has seen every Seinfeld episode. Whenever BG watches one of these shows(sitcom's) he's always saying to himself. They should have said this or that. Seinfeld was great, but Big Gunns could make it better.

ps. Jimmy's just a Big Gunns wannabe.:D He stole those sneakers from Big Gunns.

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Originally Posted by h00blah

BG for president.

:thumbsup:

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2012. Big Gunns is running.:gj: Can you imagine Big Gunns in the White House? There would be one problem for sure. BG doubts the secret service could handle the crowd control.:D It's bad enough for them right now.:D


Big Gunns thanks all his other fans for their support.:gj::banana: BG just woke up and is kinda lazy(like he is a lot) about quoting everyone.:D

For people not liking this thread/topic, it sure has legs.

BrandonsBalls

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Originally Posted by Big Gunns

You could, but at the end of the day everyone will be singing this song about Big Gunns.

YouTube - the spy who loved me intro carly simon

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LOL wow Big Gunns.

Though, James Bond movies are awesome!! I've only seen like two of the other (not new) James Bond movies, and I gotta say I like the newest James Bond more. I guess that's because I saw the newest James Bond movie first before seeing the originals/older ones. I think I saw 007 Casino Royale first:D In fact, I watched it a few weeks ago.. along with TITANIC:D:D

YouTube - 'Titanic' Theme Song
1:23 FTW (fave part in movie xD)

I played World of Warcraft for ~4 years. Try playing a game like that for so long, and see how much worse it could be.

Talking in third person isn't that bad, and alot of people do it now days. BG was just the first one to bring it to the BP.net forums. He could be alot worse, by spouting off information that isn't true AND talking in third person.

Personally, I don't find it annoying. I find it somewhat amusing, and he has a very good sense of humor. He can be serious at times, and he can be "Tell it like it is" most of the time. You're on the INTERNET in 2009, don't expect people to cow-tow to your standards of what is annoying and what is not. It'll only encourage them (Not that BG would need encouragement) to do it more.

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Originally Posted by CoolioTiffany

When I first saw BG talking in third person I thought he was really annoying, but now that reading a lot of his posts he is pretty helpful and knows his stuff. So, the third person talking doesn't bother me anymore.

The people that think BG is annoying, you should really read some of his posts, he's a pretty helpful guy and knows his facts.

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I totally agree, same here. BG's signature is 100% accurate lol

It's more annoying when people complain about it then when people do it.

Like everyone else said. The ignore button exists for a reason. ;)