Chat Room

[Trees]

Not a bit scary after all I got a bit flumacs but if you ask what to do they soon put you right . my computer is on go slow just now so will try again after it finishes scanning and compacting. I think I'll write a question out on a note pad so I can just copy it in next time to save time and I must look up those abbreviations Sapling suggested
Thanks for making it painless. If an old gal like me can survive in there anyone can 
Trees

[Ruskie]

But how does it work with lookups then if it's so fast paced? It can take time to go off and do a lookup, and by the time you return, the conversation has moved on .... Has anyone had queries solved in there that haven't been solved on the usual boards?

I'm not a great one for abbreviations either, and I do like to check and double check what I've written to reduce mistakes (and saying the wrong thing) 

[Gadget]

It's quicker with look ups because you don't have to do the niceties    but people wait for them. You just follow the colours that the people choose andwatch for your name.

There's also a personal messaging system so that you can chat in real time to just one person 

Gadget

[Ruskie]

Thanks Gadget 

[KarenM]

 and I do like to check and double check what I've written to reduce mistakes (and saying the wrong thing) 

Don't worry, we read typos and make typos, no big deal 

[Mr. MIGKY]

To all newbies to rootschat  chatroom, we have just painted the place out , have a fresh pot of coffee on , swept th room out and put a viewing gallery for you to just come & site / watch us while you get the feel of the place.We will try to re-frame from rushing in and hitting you all with 20 questions , but if one or two do please do not rush out , it is only because they are egger to make new friend and to offer as much help as they can.
Migky also know as chatroom janitor


NOTE*
slip me a quid on the way in and i make sure you get a good seat and a cup without any chips in it, but that just between me and you ok    say no more. Please read terms and condition as we have Big Jed working the door if there any trouble 

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[Blondie1]

Hi everyone,

I have been using the chat room for exactly 12 months and life as changed since I have.    I was  made to feel part of a large family of people all interested in the same subject and I now always try to be the same to anyone new who enters.    I have also been to meets arranged by the chatters and also met up with people when visiting the areas where they live.

I am now totally addicted  and go in some afternoons and always on a night.  I have have friends all over the world and when I am away from home I go to the internet cafes or use my wifi to still keep in contact and take part in the searching.

New people dont be frightened just say you want to be quiet and just watch everyone will understand.  Sometimes we just chat so if you need any help with your research just shout out and help will be with you.

Please come back all you people who were put off with the speed I will watch out for you  and if I can help make you feel at home I will.

Val

[Rena]

Thanks to all for the reassurance. I did actually pop in earllier (accidentally) - it might be less daunting if you were able to go in wearing an "invisibility cloak", so you can observe before participating. I'll have another try soon ...

Hi there,

That's exactly what I thought when I first ventured into the chatroom. Never having had so many pairs of eyes turn towards me before was a shock to the system and made my heart jump into my mouth. 

Being a wrinkly, my fingers weren't up to speed when I first went into the chatroom, except to click on a smilie.   The next time I went into the room I had a cunning plan and prepared some typed words of what I wanted to say plus some questions on a blank "Word" document before I went in, which I could copy and paste into the conversation,  eg.   "I live in Lancashire, England", and ... " I am looking for ....  " etc.

Pop in any time of the night or day, there's usually somebody living somewhere on another continent of the globe willing to lend a hand.  We've even got a "Save" button in the room so you don't have to miss any of the information other chatters give you.

Sith thee
Rena

[Dee321eeD]

Help...... I need a cure for my addiction..... I can't stay out of the chatroom..... I feel alone when Im not in there.... lol only joking.  But seriously come in, don't be shy, and if it seems like we all shout at once and jump on you its because we are eager to meet you and help you.

Dee