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Rklawton

Thank you Rklawton! I will definately review the articles you listed. I appreciate everyone's patience during my "learn curve". And please feel free to call me "Mark". Best Regards--Mt6617 (talk) 17:11, 26 January 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Hi Mark - I'm glad to help. There are lots of resources here to help you out, but always feel free to give me a shout. Rklawton (talk) 18:43, 26 January 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Fear of Flying

I'll be happy to help. I recommend that you start with making a list of problems - each one under its own header in the article's talk page. In that way everyone can discuss the problems individually as needed. By the way, I like your idea of renaming the article. Rklawton (talk) 17:27, 27 January 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Thanks.... I will start making a list this weekend! --Mt6617 (talk) 17:54, 27 January 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I have made some suggestions. The problem is that this particular talk page appears to be "slow". Will see what happens. Thanks again.--Mt6617 (talk) 18:48, 27 January 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I made suggestions, but there is ZERO response. This article is down right false. I want to edit it, but don't want someone coming in behind me and just deleting my work. I am trying to do it the right way. I am begging for guidance of others. Do you have any other suggstions?--Mt6617 (talk) 00:52, 1 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

February 2012

Welcome to Wikipedia. It might not have been your intention, but your recent edit removed content from Pteromerhanophobia. When removing content, please specify a reason in the edit summary and discuss edits that are likely to be controversial on the article's talk page. If this was a mistake, don't worry; the content has been restored, as you can see from the page history. Take a look at the welcome page to learn more about contributing to this encyclopedia, and if you would like to experiment, please use the sandbox. Thank you. Macedonian (talk) 07:12, 1 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Prior to sending me a message, and prior to undoing my work, did you look at the "talk" page for this article. My reasons were there. Also this is "original research" which, unless I read it wrong is not allowed. I am restoring my work. Thank You. --Mt6617 (talk) 01:55, 2 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

That was just a note to inform you that you must specify a reason in the edit summary and discuss edits when removing content. Macedonian (talk) 04:57, 2 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Apologising, just saw article's talk page. As Rklawton points, that was an appropriate removal, only please remember to always specify a reason in the edit summary. Thanks! Macedonian (talk) 05:09, 2 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

In this case the removal was appropriate as the information came from an unreliable source promoting "cures". Rklawton (talk) 03:23, 2 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you.... I am trying to do what is right and correct. This subject (Fear of Flying) is important because there are so many "myths" and "fake cures" out there. That truly take advantage. Also there needs to be more reliable research, and that only begins if we have a reliable article. Thank you again! --Mt6617 (talk) 02:52, 3 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

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--- Barek (talk • contribs) - 02:22, 4 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I am DESPERATELY trying to improve this article. I appreciate your input and deletion if you felt it was necessary. However, can you help me improve the article??? I am very knowledgeable about the subject. And the link you deleted is NOT a commercial site. It does not even accept donations. So why did you delete it? PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE help me improve the article. --Mt6617 (talk) 03:32, 4 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Please stop adding inappropriate external links to Wikipedia, as you did to Pteromerhanophobia. It is considered spamming and Wikipedia is not a vehicle for advertising or promotion. Because Wikipedia uses nofollow tags, additions of links to Wikipedia will not alter search engine rankings. If you continue spamming, you may be blocked from editing Wikipedia. --- Barek (talk • contribs) - 03:34, 4 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Per WP:EL, we avoid linking to forums. Please remember that we're writing encyclopedia articles. Any link or source we use should come from reliable sources or recognized authorities on the subject. Forums simply do not qualify. I've warned you specifically about this link in the article's talk page, and yet you've persisted in re-adding it. That sort of behavior, if it persists, will get you r account blocked from editing Wikipedia. If you care about this subject, then take the time to read the links we've provided, and ask questions when you're in doubt. Rklawton (talk) 03:41, 4 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Understood. I will discontinue adding anything to the article, and will only make comments on the "talk" page. However, you need to know that this article in it's current format is misleading, and false. I and others have cited why. If Wikipedia is not going to have an accurate article, then the article should be removed until a proper and correct format, with reliable information can be presented. To allow it to stay in it's current condition violates all the reasons you have cited --Mt6617 (talk) 03:52, 4 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Additionally, please do not accuse me of spamming. From what I understand, "good faith efforts" are suppose to be observed here. I do not consider making horrible accusations of a person as "good faith efforts". I am not a spammer. I may not be an expert at this, but I do know for sure I am not a spammer. Additionally could you please explain this that you wrote:

"Because Wikipedia uses nofollow tags, additions of links to Wikipedia will not alter search engine rankings."

I do not understand what you are trying to tell me. Thank You.--Mt6617 (talk) 20:36, 4 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

In case you're still wondering, a "nofollow" tag is just some coding that disallows internal links from being aggregated by Google or another search engine. Basically, a spammer will try to promote and drive traffic to their website by adding the URL to as many sites on the internet as possible. The more links they have that Google finds, the higher the website appears in Google's search results, which then drives more traffic to it. The "nofollow" tag prevents Google from grabbing links from Wikipedia, so it basically makes adding links for the purpose of spamming pointless. Night Ranger (talk) 03:31, 6 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you Night Ranger for the explanation. I had asked someone in our IT Department what he was talking about, and they said the same thing.--Mt6617 (talk) 03:52, 6 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Fear of Flying References

On the talk page for Fear of Flying, I have added some articles to possibly use in the development of the article. If someone could review them and let me know if they would be acceptable in restructuring the article, it would be appreciated. Thank you --Mt6617 (talk) 21:52, 4 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Notice of discussion at the Administrators' Noticeboard

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Contact info

You should reconsider the contact information you added to that article talk page... the internet is full of unsavoury people and you'll open yourself up to unwanted and unexpected telephone calls. Night Ranger (talk) 03:06, 6 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you. I went to remove it as I felt if the intended person wanted to call it they would. Then I noticed it was "redacted". Do I need to do anything more? And if you are the one that did that.... Thank you.--Mt6617 (talk) 03:40, 6 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Nope, I didn't redact it but someone else clearly did. That's a standard practice here. I don't think you need to do anything else. Night Ranger (talk) 03:47, 6 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I removed it--pretty standard practice, for privacy reasons. Take it easy, Drmies (talk) 03:52, 6 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you Drmies... And I will!--Mt6617 (talk) 03:53, 6 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Your recent edits

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I sign them.... what more can I do??? --Mt6617 (talk) 02:32, 8 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Another 'drive-by' visitor to your talk page here :-) This is probably because you forgot to sign your first post in the ANI thread you opened (now closed). SineBot is an automated program that trawls Wikipedia looking for missing signatures. When it finds one it adds it, then reminds the poster. It's intended to be helpful but if you find it annoying (as I've done in the past when I sometimes forgot) you can opt out by adding {{NoAutosign}} to the page code somewhere. Probably this is best at the very top of the page, where its less likely to get lost, archived or otherwise interfered with by editors posting new messages for you. Hope this helps - if you have any questions, let me know! EyeSerene^talk 11:30, 8 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Thank you for your clear explanation. That makes sense. --Mt6617 (talk) 00:27, 9 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

In response to your feedback

Hey MT, what seems to be the trouble? If you'd like, tell me about it on my Talk Page and I may be able to give you a hand.

--Non-Dropframe _talk 03:38, 8 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I responded to your question on your talk page as suggested. However, everything is resolved. I was wrong. Thank you. --Mt6617 (talk) 00:28, 9 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Sure

I'm glad I could help you. It seems you've found a way to be constructive and improve the article. Certainly asking for citations, deleting unreferenced controversial claims and discussing on the talk page is good. Night Ranger (talk) 02:56, 11 February 2012 (UTC)[reply]

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Zimmerman arrest and hearing

An editor said they lived in the area of the incident. Was that you? And if so, are you WP's eyes and ears at upcoming hearings etc.? Well done! ```Buster Seven Talk 21:19, 12 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I do live in the area, and if the consensus is that they need someone there, I will be happy to oblige.--Mt6617 (talk) 00:32, 13 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Speedy deletion nomination of File:Mark-omara-rpress-conference-600x401.jpg

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Please delete it. I honestly thought it was okay. I will try to find something that is acceptable. Again... I am very sorry.--Mt6617 (talk) 02:01, 14 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

I uploaded the photo because I honestly thought it was not a violation. I sincerely apologize. Please delete the photo, and I will try to find something else. I am very sorry. --Mt6617 (talk) 01:59, 14 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

No problem, we all had to learn but it does take some time to understand image copyright fully. You may find it useful to read my image copyright information page that I wrote for editors like you. It will deleted in due course. ww2censor (talk) 02:35, 14 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

File source problem with File:Ratl2.jpg

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I created the image by using older photos which have no exact source. However if you feel it needs to be deleted, please feel free to do so. Since it is not a current image, we can't use it in the article. Thank you. --Mt6617 (talk) 16:25, 17 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Neighborhood Watch sign

Hi. In your picture of the north entrance to The Retreat at Twin Lakes, there is a blue neighborhood watch sign that is barely visible on a pole just to the right of the entrance. Here's what it looks like in another picture I found on the internet[1]. It looks like the photographer held his camera high above his head to get the picture. A picture of the sign that is big enough to read and shows the entrance gate, like the picture I linked to, might be useful. Regards, --Bob K31416 (talk) 23:29, 14 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Hey Bob, So sorry... I missed this somehow! Sure I will be happy to make a photo of the sign. I will be back in the Sanford area later this week and will swing by. Once again, didn't mean to overlook your request!--Mt6617 (talk) 16:21, 17 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

No problem. : ) I would have used the picture at the link if not for copyright. It is just the type of picture of the sign that is big enough to read and the entrance to The Retreat at Twin Lakes, that would work well in the section. --Bob K31416 (talk) 16:51, 19 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

Your submission at Articles for creation: The Shooting of Daniel Adkins (June 16)

Your recent article submission to Articles for Creation has been reviewed! Unfortunately, it has not been accepted at this time. The reason left by MatthewVanitas was:

See WP:NOTNEWS. While tragic, this seems to be another murder like tens of thousands of such per year, and thus not of encyclopedic import.

Please check the submission for any additional comments left by the reviewer. You are encouraged to edit the submission to address the issues raised and resubmit when they have been resolved.

If you would like to continue working on the submission, go to User:Mt6617/The Shooting of Daniel Adkins and click on the "Edit" tab at the top of the window.
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MatthewVanitas (talk) 18:12, 16 June 2015 (UTC)[reply]

Hello! Mt6617, I noticed your article was declined at Articles for Creation, and that can be disappointing. If you are wondering or curious about why your article submission was declined please post a question at the Articles for creation help desk. If you have any other questions about your editing experience, we'd love to help you at the Teahouse, a friendly space on Wikipedia where experienced editors lend a hand to help new editors like yourself! See you there! MatthewVanitas (talk) 18:12, 16 June 2015 (UTC)[reply]

Your draft article, User:Mt6617/The Shooting of Daniel Adkins

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In accordance with our policy that Articles for Creation is not for the indefinite hosting of material deemed unsuitable for the encyclopedia mainspace, the draft has been nominated for deletion. If you plan on working on it further, or editing it to address the issues raised if it was declined, simply edit the submission and remove the {{db-afc}} or {{db-g13}} code.

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Thanks for your submission to Wikipedia, and happy editing. JMHamo (talk) 22:18, 3 January 2016 (UTC)[reply]