An Idea For Request Threads Going Forward...

PJWGIII

gettingright said:

The OP isn’t suggesting people not make requests, just that there is one stickied thread for it.

I don’t care either way, and stop looking at me.

Thank you, gosh. I don't know why people are acting like I'm being negative here. I tried to make it as clear as possible that I love the requests. I just think that if there was one stickied thread for it, it would be easier for both fans to make and the band to read requests.

PJWGIII

mwplum said:

You may find them cumbersome, but it’s hard to underscore how important they can be for some members who are going through a rough time. The purpose of this community (beyond the content) is to support each other, and frankly I don’t have an issue with the way it’s being done now. It gives the OP an oppprtunity to engage with other members in a way that a standard request list doesn’t. Speaking from experience, I found the support received from members was just as significant as the band’s recognition. I realize there’s a fine line as there are some threads like “please play leash for my dog who has the flu” but when you take step back, most of these requests come from a good place and are posted by people in need of support. For me personally, I would have never called a self-help line as I didn’t think it was necessary. However, in hindsight, the comments of people here really acted like a surrogate for that type of support/advice that I wouldn’t have otherwise received. Anyways, that’s just my two cents.

I don't find them cumbersome at all! I'm just thinking that these same posts can be made in a place more accessible to the people who read this community for the band to more often access and follow-up on those requests.

BlackCircle

Great idea... even though I am guilty.