A mishap in Writerscafe.org

I have started a thread in hopes that some of us can talk about the simple "mistake" that turned into a virtual catastrophe in the Cafe. If you click on the link below, it will take you to the group. You do not have to be a group memeber to post in the forum, but should you decide to join, you will be welcomed...

 

 

YOU CAN RESPOND TO THE TREAD AT: www.writerscafe.org/groups/1172/

 

 

 

A copy of the thread is as follows:

 

I know some of us are leaving the Cafe due to a simple mistake of Charlie's. But what we all need to realize is that WritersCafe.org is brought to us for free and Charlie and others spend a whole lot of time bringing us this very useful tool of reading, reviewing and conversing about literature. I am one of the Cafe's  old 'timers, as I have been a member for a couple years now. Since joining, my writing has evolved and progressed extremely.  

I will admit that I was very upset to find out that my poetry and stories were deleted. I just about threw a hissy fit stomping my feet and cussing like a sailor. But what will stressing on it get me? Nothing but stress. It will not bring my writing back.

So, I am here ready to ban together with all of you, sharing ways of recovering lost work. Sharing feelings about what was lost and moreover, sharing inspiration to carry on and not let this get us down.

In the grand picture of things, I am grateful for WritersCafe.org. In my opinion, it is the best formatted site of its kind.

A LITTLE TIP: When dealing with anything electronic, know that  these things can happen. Save your work in several places from now on.

God Bless
Imogean~

Reviews

[My Name is Brenda and I..]

I am sorry you lost your work. It really is tragic. I am lucky. I saved everything to my jump drive. Though it might have been better if some of my drivel had been deleted. There is a kind of Zen quality about the idea of so many words vanishing. I am sure someone will write a poem about it. Be well. Brenda

[a Messenger]

Great write. I agree totally, with all it's faults, and there are many, the Cafe is still the best of it's kind to be found. And you're right, mistakes happen. God knows I've made more than my share.

[THE BLACK SEAL]

yeah a lot of people were pissed, and i satirized it, but hey s**t happens move on. i cant believe that many people did not use backups i cant believe charlie didnt have a backup but i bet he does now...lol

[SweetPeachesAlways]

I couldn't agree more! Damn fine thing you've written here, lady! Here, here!

[Eagle Cruagh]

You have been an angel. After your terrible
loss, you turn around and support the Cafe like
no other has.
This is the spirt of great writers, always defending
the under dog.
Great work and great writing.
Thank you !
----- Eagle Cruagh

[__Flaw__]

Hmph...sigh exaseperately...
Well...life carries on...and so as the cafe...only some of need a kick start..maybe a bolt from the blue...it's kind of u know, living on ur old scrubs and now all of a sudden u are naked and empty handed... :))))
A challenge, all of a sudden...so let's wait.
And watch. :)))

[Elegance]

Great input. Thank you.

[IMOGEAN]

Everyones participation here has been more than appreciated, thank you.

God Bless
Imogean~

[Phill Oz O'fee]

You are so right; it pays to back up your work! And as for Charlie's for par - well -

John 8:7 (The Message)

6-8Jesus bent down and wrote with his finger in the dirt. They kept at him, badgering him. He straightened up and said, "The sinless one among you, go first: Throw the stone." Bending down again, he wrote some more in the dirt.

Enough said!

God's Blessing
Phillozofee

[*** Hey Jude***]

Great thoughts shared here that I can relate to so well. You are right its so important that we recognize what does'nt kill us can make us stronger as a community of writers helping each other. Great idea to have a place to go and vent. Thank you so much Imogean, you are a blessing to all ~ jude :-) xo

[Too Simple a Simon]

Well, like Charlie learnt, everyone should back up their work.

T'SaS