AquaMarine

Because, Elinor, when you begin to put people into groups then, as some people have pointed out, it becomes about status rather than recognition. The badges, as Nate said, are ...

Guys, you're missing the point that was made before. This is so that people can be recognised as individuals, rather than part of a group. Well, I think that's right ...

This is ... a long thread now. I do have (something else) to say. Earlier, Elinor said: I've found that new members trust me a lot more now that I've ...

Evi makes a good point. :D

I just wanted to say that I'm sorry if what I wrote (early in the morning) made you think that I wouldn't do anything if the groups were taken away. ...

Haha, wow. 2010 seems like a great place to be. The new rules seem great, I know that some new members feel totally daunted when they're hit with the rules ...

Hey there! Welcome to YWS. *hands cookies* So, Lark is right, everyone here is lovely and I'm sure you'll fit in straight away! If you want to get involved, your ...

Hey there! Welcome to YWS! It's wonderful that you like to write, let's say, original poetry; there's always a lot of the same going around so a change is always ...

I'm glad you liked it! Now, how're you finding YWS so far? Have you got your bearings yet? Well, if you need any help with it then feel free to ...

Awe, now you're reminding me of my sister. (Just the name, don't worry!) So, you've been on YWS for (about) a day now! How are you finding it? Do you ...

Hey Ismail! *hands milk and cookies* YWS is definitely the best place to improve! When I started here I totally sucked; it's now six months down the line and I'd ...

Ben and Jerry's! I love that ice-cream! Especially their Chocolate Fudge Brownie; it's definitely one you should try out. :D

Hey there, Olivia! Welcome to YWS! *hands cookies* So, I see you've found the groups already! Team Gale, huh? At least it's not just me! *high fives* And Harry Potter ...

Ok then, newbie, I have some questions for you! Are you a man? Is the world flat? Why, oh why, do you like emo music? Am I your hero? Why ...

Hi Maddy, I'm Amy! Welcome to YWS! :D And now, I have a surprise for you. Because it's only 62 hours and 22 minutes until Christmas, I'm going to give ...