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So, I would be interested in assisting the RFA reform 2011 probject. It would probably take me a couple of days or a week to read through and digest all of the information. Would the project be interested in having me or is it slightly limited to the people who started it. Ryan Vesey Review me! 16:52, 8 August 2011 (UTC)
Could you check User talk:Ryan Vesey/Adopt/TheBestGuyHi and see if I am handling issues in a good way?
Hi David and Demiurge1000,
Would you voluntarily agree to an interaction ban with me for one year?
(This is Fetchcomm's suggested formulation)
Thanks! Kiefer. Wolfowitz 20:40, 8 August 2011 (UTC)
I know that comment with the 95 Theses is a bit ranty, but when so many comments are unconstructive and uncivil proclamations that only say "its an awful shitlist", I finally got a bit tired of it. You actually took the time to personally work with Surturz, and Enric just posted a thoughtful reply about ways that criticism might be shared on one's own page constructively, but the anti-speech crowd in general just gets me a little irritated. If we say shitlists are thoughtless, and provide a thoughtless rejection of them, we don't advance Wikipedia. I appreciate the far-too-few editors and admins who have actually worked in the discussion to help think things through or reach 'across the aisle', but I wish there were more of that sort in the debate. I'm like to say I'm sorry for posting the 'charters', but a part of me feels that this is a similar situation where we are unnecessarily stifling speech. I don't want to cause contention, I just have a hard time accepting what I perceive as simple stubborness. -- Avanu ( talk) 12:33, 10 August 2011 (UTC)
By the way, I've never looked into it, but I researched the etymology of your username. What was interesting to me was that the message many may be perceiving from the MfD discussion is that, on Wikipedia, "the worm mustn't turn". -- Avanu ( talk) 15:37, 10 August 2011 (UTC)
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Check my contribs. I initiated an ANI discussion. The issue is hopefully resolved, but there is a chance that it could have gone awry. Do you think I took correct actions or should I have done something else. Ryan Vesey Review me! 01:22, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Just wondering, did you get my other message? Wikilove seemed too generic for the assistance you have given me. Ryan Vesey Review me! 02:22, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Can you see the text of the article in this link? Ryan Vesey Review me! 03:24, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Which one of your adoptees was it who liked to make userboxes? Is he still editing? Ryan Vesey Review me! 03:27, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
This guy Tarc seems to be trying to amp up the discussion into a personal battle between me and him, and judging by a recent comment from Jclemens on Tarc's user talk page, he seems to have no problem making things personal. I'm not sure what exactly to do, but I don't want to make the MfD about personalities and personal battles. I think it already has enough contention without it devolving into that. Do you have any suggestions? -- Avanu ( talk) 03:50, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Now that we have my tabs created. Could you help throw out some ideas for how to design/what to put/on my user page. In addition, my talk page is poorly designed and really looks ugly. One thing on my userpage that should probably get changed is my userboxes. I certainly have fewer than I once did. Maybe I should put them on a separate page, and transclude them. If I want to force them to the right side of the page would I do that on the transcluded page, or would I add some parameter to the template itself? I will probably move my list of links to a sandbox page. Ryan Vesey Review me! 04:23, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
In the light of the positive response to your nomination essay, I'm thinking of moving this to WP space. I realise that this would allow it to be hacked to pieces, but it would make it more official. I would like your personal advice/suggestions. -- Kudpung กุดผึ้ง ( talk) 10:14, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
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In my opinion, this person has not remained
civil. Do you agree?
They called my comment "stupid"
here
They told me to "keep off their talk page."
[3]
If I am wrong, sorry.
Puffin
Let's talk! 17:05, 11 August 2011 (UTC) Your input is no longer needed, the issue has been resolved. I used
maturity to resolve the dispute.
Puffin
Let's talk! 17:35, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Hey Puffin, I'm sorry I missed this. From the looks of things, you started off in the wrong and over-reacted, but didn't let the whole sitation escalate and when you saw consensus was against you, you backed down. I'd say you handled it rather well over all. If you want to discuss why I think you started off wrong, what you missed there, then let me know, but I'll leave it too because as you say it was just "a silly mistake". WormTT · ( talk) 09:00, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
I noticed some editors who were wary of going to another editor they didn't know and asking for a nomination. Maybe there should be a specific section or page for editors who believed they were ready and were looking for an interested person to write a nomination for them. Ryan Vesey Review me! 15:11, 12 August 2011 (UTC)
What is the purpose of a bot that is not automated? Is there any different from a user controlling a bot which uses AWB and a user using AWB themselves? On a similar note, why don't all bots run constantly? Ryan Vesey Review me! 04:17, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
Dear Dave,
I re-read my talk page finally with some attention (and rest and reading glasses). I am very sorry that I did not respond appropriately and immediately.
Please email me ASAP and tell me what's up.
In solidarity, Kiefer. Wolfowitz 04:21, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
Hi Worm! :)
I have a question, could you please have a look at this article draft I'm working on, and tell me if I'm on the right track in establishing this persons notability...it's knowhere near completed, but I plan on completing it soon, with more sources. Thanks :) -- MelbourneStar☆ (talk to me) 13:09, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
Hi, do you know a link for where i can find a list of all articles with citation needed tags? Thanks Jenova 20 14:37, 16 August 2011 (UTC)
Do you think it might be a better idea to either merge/add your Wikipedia:RfA reform 2011/Minimum requirement into Wikipedia:RfA reform 2011/Candidates, hor to move it to Wikipedia:RfA reform 2011/Candidates/Minimum requirement ? I'm getting the impression that some people and newcomers to the project might not be aware of the extensive research and discussion we have made already on this, and won't look at it in connection with your proposal. -- Kudpung กุดผึ้ง ( talk) 23:56, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
I have drafted my idea for a Pre-RFA here. Care to take a look and help me expand it before I show the rest of the task force? Ryan Vesey Review me! 01:14, 16 August 2011 (UTC)
Thanks for updating this table with the missing data. I admit I'm not very good at this sort of thing. One of the things we also cannot show are the X-tools edit count on the day of transclusion if the RfA was SNOWED before the stats for the day had been gathered, and it happened before I creted the table. I now try to update this table regularly on a new-RfA basis and recover the count for the day if had not been posted to the RfA tp. -- Kudpung กุดผึ้ง ( talk) 11:20, 16 August 2011 (UTC)
I have tried just about everything to make {{ wikify}} have parameters to explain what is wrong. You can see from the history at User:Ryan Vesey/Template sandbox that I have run out of ideas. I would like for there to be parameters such as |html |lead |sections |infobox. When the parameters are in place, the template would read something like "An editor has specified issues to be with the html markup" or "An editor has specified issues to be with the lead and infobox". Any ideas? Ryan Vesey Review me! 06:14, 19 August 2011 (UTC)
Hello Worm! I was just asking, would you be able to tell me, or in fact please do something about this red-link ( Zyzz)...this page has been deleted several times, ages ago, but now it needs to be used as a redirect to this article ( Aziz Shavershian) as "Zyzz" is his most notable name, and there is references on his article to corroborate that he was most notably known as Zyzz. The issue is, is that the red-link has been protect by an Administrator (?) and can't be made. Thankyou! -- MelbourneStar☆ (talk to me) 14:25, 19 August 2011 (UTC)
Worm! Aziz Shavershian needs a page protection from Ips! Take a look at the history section...I'm still reverting...they won't stop! -- MelbourneStar☆ (talk to me) 03:24, 20 August 2011 (UTC)
I uploaded File:Allen Morris playing tennis at Wimbledon.jpeg a while ago and an editor has challenged the fair use rationale. Could you look at it and tell me what you think? Ryan Vesey Review me! 01:31, 21 August 2011 (UTC)
I just wanted to let you know that Djungarian hamster is now a GA. Thank you for your suggestions. I am now working on Phodopus. Puffin Let's talk! 16:53, 22 August 2011 (UTC)
Hey WTT, long time, no see...how are things? You removed your post before I could respond. If you can remove the access to the vandalism button, please do. That would make everyone happy. Much appreciated. :) - Neutralhomer • Talk • 08:42, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
The Original Barnstar | |
For helping with the TWINKLE issue, I hereby award you this barnstar. Thank you for your help. :) - Neutralhomer • Talk • 09:31, 23 August 2011 (UTC) |
Dear Dave,
please allow me to voice an opinion, which perhaps was not asked for, regarding the conflict with KW.
I think you have to decide whether you pursue this matter as an administrator or as an offended individual. If the former, please remember (cf WP:NOTPERFECT) that administrators should lead by example, and strive to resolve conflicts in a fast and peaceful manner, rather than resuscitate old conflicts. I am confident that in this case the best solution is to drop the matter completely and consider the conflict long resolved. This would give an example of good judgement for all the involved parties.
If the latter, perhaps you should emphasise (and reemphasise) this. Then at least you will not erode the status of admin-ship, which is mainly based on the faith most editors have (I hope) in the good judgement of admin-s.
Best regards, Sasha ( talk) 15:52, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
Kiefer, I do not see the point of discussing this further at this venue - nor on a one-to-one basis at another venue. As such, I will not be replying further. WormTT · ( talk) 11:10, 24 August 2011 (UTC)
Hello! If you're planning to be an active Online Ambassador for the upcoming academic term, now is the time to join one or more pods. (A pod consists of the instructor, the Campus Ambassadors, and the Online Ambassadors for single class.) The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) explains the expectations for being part of a pod as an Online Ambassador. (The MOU for pods in Canada is essentially the same.) In short, the role of Online Ambassadors this term consists of:
This replaces the 1-on-1 mentoring role for Online Ambassadors that we had in previous terms; rather than being responsible for individual students (some of whom don't want or help or are unresponsive), Online Ambassadors will be there to help whichever students in their class(es) ask for help.
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Once you've found a class that you want to work with—especially if you some interest or expertise in the topic area—you should sign the MOU listing for that class and get in touch with the instructor. We're hoping to have at least two Online Ambassadors per pod, and more for the larger classes.
If you're up for supporting any kind of class and would like me to assign you to a pod in need of more Online Ambassadors, just let me know.
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Hi Worm! I'm in the process of trying to find Online Ambassadors to support each of the classes for this coming term, and there's a new one that seems up your alley: Wikipedia:Ambassadors/Courses/Topics in Sociology: Food. I'm not sure whether this class will formally be part of the program or not (I think the professor just found out about this at a recent sociology conference), but it's likely. If you're interested, I'll follow up once I know more about the class.-- Sage Ross - Online Facilitator, Wikimedia Foundation ( talk) 14:52, 25 August 2011 (UTC)
Facepalm. [5] I saw a red link and thought, "OMG, MUST FIX!" :P Swarm u | t 19:40, 24 August 2011 (UTC)
User talk:Jimbo Wales/Archive 126#RfA decision, User talk:Jimbo Wales#More on spelled pronunciations, User talk:Jimbo Wales#Some ideas to help new (1-100 edits) editors, User talk:Jimbo Wales#How much unsourced material should be left in articles?, User talk:Jimbo Wales#Notability of High Schools, Wikipedia talk:Verifiability, Talk:Salmon High School, and Salmon High School. I was even reverted by Jimbo himself. All of this is in addition to a minor spat with Malleus. Ryan Vesey Review me! 07:42, 25 August 2011 (UTC)
This is an archive of past discussions. Do not edit the contents of this page. If you wish to start a new discussion or revive an old one, please do so on the current talk page. |
Archive 5 | ← | Archive 7 | Archive 8 | Archive 9 | Archive 10 | Archive 11 | → | Archive 15 |
So, I would be interested in assisting the RFA reform 2011 probject. It would probably take me a couple of days or a week to read through and digest all of the information. Would the project be interested in having me or is it slightly limited to the people who started it. Ryan Vesey Review me! 16:52, 8 August 2011 (UTC)
Could you check User talk:Ryan Vesey/Adopt/TheBestGuyHi and see if I am handling issues in a good way?
Hi David and Demiurge1000,
Would you voluntarily agree to an interaction ban with me for one year?
(This is Fetchcomm's suggested formulation)
Thanks! Kiefer. Wolfowitz 20:40, 8 August 2011 (UTC)
I know that comment with the 95 Theses is a bit ranty, but when so many comments are unconstructive and uncivil proclamations that only say "its an awful shitlist", I finally got a bit tired of it. You actually took the time to personally work with Surturz, and Enric just posted a thoughtful reply about ways that criticism might be shared on one's own page constructively, but the anti-speech crowd in general just gets me a little irritated. If we say shitlists are thoughtless, and provide a thoughtless rejection of them, we don't advance Wikipedia. I appreciate the far-too-few editors and admins who have actually worked in the discussion to help think things through or reach 'across the aisle', but I wish there were more of that sort in the debate. I'm like to say I'm sorry for posting the 'charters', but a part of me feels that this is a similar situation where we are unnecessarily stifling speech. I don't want to cause contention, I just have a hard time accepting what I perceive as simple stubborness. -- Avanu ( talk) 12:33, 10 August 2011 (UTC)
By the way, I've never looked into it, but I researched the etymology of your username. What was interesting to me was that the message many may be perceiving from the MfD discussion is that, on Wikipedia, "the worm mustn't turn". -- Avanu ( talk) 15:37, 10 August 2011 (UTC)
The request for formal mediation concerning Opposition to the legalisation of abortion, to which you were listed as a party, has been declined. To read an explanation by the Mediation Committee for the rejection of this request, see the mediation request page, which will be deleted by an administrator after a reasonable time. Please direct questions relating to this request to the Chairman of the Committee, or to the mailing list. For more information on forms of dispute resolution, other than formal mediation, that are available, see Wikipedia:Dispute resolution.
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• 21:33, 10 August 2011 (UTC)
(Delivered by
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Check my contribs. I initiated an ANI discussion. The issue is hopefully resolved, but there is a chance that it could have gone awry. Do you think I took correct actions or should I have done something else. Ryan Vesey Review me! 01:22, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Just wondering, did you get my other message? Wikilove seemed too generic for the assistance you have given me. Ryan Vesey Review me! 02:22, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Can you see the text of the article in this link? Ryan Vesey Review me! 03:24, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Which one of your adoptees was it who liked to make userboxes? Is he still editing? Ryan Vesey Review me! 03:27, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
This guy Tarc seems to be trying to amp up the discussion into a personal battle between me and him, and judging by a recent comment from Jclemens on Tarc's user talk page, he seems to have no problem making things personal. I'm not sure what exactly to do, but I don't want to make the MfD about personalities and personal battles. I think it already has enough contention without it devolving into that. Do you have any suggestions? -- Avanu ( talk) 03:50, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Now that we have my tabs created. Could you help throw out some ideas for how to design/what to put/on my user page. In addition, my talk page is poorly designed and really looks ugly. One thing on my userpage that should probably get changed is my userboxes. I certainly have fewer than I once did. Maybe I should put them on a separate page, and transclude them. If I want to force them to the right side of the page would I do that on the transcluded page, or would I add some parameter to the template itself? I will probably move my list of links to a sandbox page. Ryan Vesey Review me! 04:23, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
In the light of the positive response to your nomination essay, I'm thinking of moving this to WP space. I realise that this would allow it to be hacked to pieces, but it would make it more official. I would like your personal advice/suggestions. -- Kudpung กุดผึ้ง ( talk) 10:14, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
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In my opinion, this person has not remained
civil. Do you agree?
They called my comment "stupid"
here
They told me to "keep off their talk page."
[3]
If I am wrong, sorry.
Puffin
Let's talk! 17:05, 11 August 2011 (UTC) Your input is no longer needed, the issue has been resolved. I used
maturity to resolve the dispute.
Puffin
Let's talk! 17:35, 11 August 2011 (UTC)
Hey Puffin, I'm sorry I missed this. From the looks of things, you started off in the wrong and over-reacted, but didn't let the whole sitation escalate and when you saw consensus was against you, you backed down. I'd say you handled it rather well over all. If you want to discuss why I think you started off wrong, what you missed there, then let me know, but I'll leave it too because as you say it was just "a silly mistake". WormTT · ( talk) 09:00, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
I noticed some editors who were wary of going to another editor they didn't know and asking for a nomination. Maybe there should be a specific section or page for editors who believed they were ready and were looking for an interested person to write a nomination for them. Ryan Vesey Review me! 15:11, 12 August 2011 (UTC)
What is the purpose of a bot that is not automated? Is there any different from a user controlling a bot which uses AWB and a user using AWB themselves? On a similar note, why don't all bots run constantly? Ryan Vesey Review me! 04:17, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
Dear Dave,
I re-read my talk page finally with some attention (and rest and reading glasses). I am very sorry that I did not respond appropriately and immediately.
Please email me ASAP and tell me what's up.
In solidarity, Kiefer. Wolfowitz 04:21, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
Hi Worm! :)
I have a question, could you please have a look at this article draft I'm working on, and tell me if I'm on the right track in establishing this persons notability...it's knowhere near completed, but I plan on completing it soon, with more sources. Thanks :) -- MelbourneStar☆ (talk to me) 13:09, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
Hi, do you know a link for where i can find a list of all articles with citation needed tags? Thanks Jenova 20 14:37, 16 August 2011 (UTC)
Do you think it might be a better idea to either merge/add your Wikipedia:RfA reform 2011/Minimum requirement into Wikipedia:RfA reform 2011/Candidates, hor to move it to Wikipedia:RfA reform 2011/Candidates/Minimum requirement ? I'm getting the impression that some people and newcomers to the project might not be aware of the extensive research and discussion we have made already on this, and won't look at it in connection with your proposal. -- Kudpung กุดผึ้ง ( talk) 23:56, 15 August 2011 (UTC)
I have drafted my idea for a Pre-RFA here. Care to take a look and help me expand it before I show the rest of the task force? Ryan Vesey Review me! 01:14, 16 August 2011 (UTC)
Thanks for updating this table with the missing data. I admit I'm not very good at this sort of thing. One of the things we also cannot show are the X-tools edit count on the day of transclusion if the RfA was SNOWED before the stats for the day had been gathered, and it happened before I creted the table. I now try to update this table regularly on a new-RfA basis and recover the count for the day if had not been posted to the RfA tp. -- Kudpung กุดผึ้ง ( talk) 11:20, 16 August 2011 (UTC)
I have tried just about everything to make {{ wikify}} have parameters to explain what is wrong. You can see from the history at User:Ryan Vesey/Template sandbox that I have run out of ideas. I would like for there to be parameters such as |html |lead |sections |infobox. When the parameters are in place, the template would read something like "An editor has specified issues to be with the html markup" or "An editor has specified issues to be with the lead and infobox". Any ideas? Ryan Vesey Review me! 06:14, 19 August 2011 (UTC)
Hello Worm! I was just asking, would you be able to tell me, or in fact please do something about this red-link ( Zyzz)...this page has been deleted several times, ages ago, but now it needs to be used as a redirect to this article ( Aziz Shavershian) as "Zyzz" is his most notable name, and there is references on his article to corroborate that he was most notably known as Zyzz. The issue is, is that the red-link has been protect by an Administrator (?) and can't be made. Thankyou! -- MelbourneStar☆ (talk to me) 14:25, 19 August 2011 (UTC)
Worm! Aziz Shavershian needs a page protection from Ips! Take a look at the history section...I'm still reverting...they won't stop! -- MelbourneStar☆ (talk to me) 03:24, 20 August 2011 (UTC)
I uploaded File:Allen Morris playing tennis at Wimbledon.jpeg a while ago and an editor has challenged the fair use rationale. Could you look at it and tell me what you think? Ryan Vesey Review me! 01:31, 21 August 2011 (UTC)
I just wanted to let you know that Djungarian hamster is now a GA. Thank you for your suggestions. I am now working on Phodopus. Puffin Let's talk! 16:53, 22 August 2011 (UTC)
Hey WTT, long time, no see...how are things? You removed your post before I could respond. If you can remove the access to the vandalism button, please do. That would make everyone happy. Much appreciated. :) - Neutralhomer • Talk • 08:42, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
The Original Barnstar | |
For helping with the TWINKLE issue, I hereby award you this barnstar. Thank you for your help. :) - Neutralhomer • Talk • 09:31, 23 August 2011 (UTC) |
Dear Dave,
please allow me to voice an opinion, which perhaps was not asked for, regarding the conflict with KW.
I think you have to decide whether you pursue this matter as an administrator or as an offended individual. If the former, please remember (cf WP:NOTPERFECT) that administrators should lead by example, and strive to resolve conflicts in a fast and peaceful manner, rather than resuscitate old conflicts. I am confident that in this case the best solution is to drop the matter completely and consider the conflict long resolved. This would give an example of good judgement for all the involved parties.
If the latter, perhaps you should emphasise (and reemphasise) this. Then at least you will not erode the status of admin-ship, which is mainly based on the faith most editors have (I hope) in the good judgement of admin-s.
Best regards, Sasha ( talk) 15:52, 23 August 2011 (UTC)
Kiefer, I do not see the point of discussing this further at this venue - nor on a one-to-one basis at another venue. As such, I will not be replying further. WormTT · ( talk) 11:10, 24 August 2011 (UTC)
Hello! If you're planning to be an active Online Ambassador for the upcoming academic term, now is the time to join one or more pods. (A pod consists of the instructor, the Campus Ambassadors, and the Online Ambassadors for single class.) The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) explains the expectations for being part of a pod as an Online Ambassador. (The MOU for pods in Canada is essentially the same.) In short, the role of Online Ambassadors this term consists of:
This replaces the 1-on-1 mentoring role for Online Ambassadors that we had in previous terms; rather than being responsible for individual students (some of whom don't want or help or are unresponsive), Online Ambassadors will be there to help whichever students in their class(es) ask for help.
You can browse the upcoming courses here: United States; Canada. More are being added as new pods become active and create their course pages.
Once you've found a class that you want to work with—especially if you some interest or expertise in the topic area—you should sign the MOU listing for that class and get in touch with the instructor. We're hoping to have at least two Online Ambassadors per pod, and more for the larger classes.
If you're up for supporting any kind of class and would like me to assign you to a pod in need of more Online Ambassadors, just let me know.
-- Sage Ross - Online Facilitator, Wikimedia Foundation ( talk) 16:37, 19 August 2011 (UTC)
PS: There are still a lot of student articles from the last term that haven't been rated. Please rate a few and update the list!
Hi Worm! I'm in the process of trying to find Online Ambassadors to support each of the classes for this coming term, and there's a new one that seems up your alley: Wikipedia:Ambassadors/Courses/Topics in Sociology: Food. I'm not sure whether this class will formally be part of the program or not (I think the professor just found out about this at a recent sociology conference), but it's likely. If you're interested, I'll follow up once I know more about the class.-- Sage Ross - Online Facilitator, Wikimedia Foundation ( talk) 14:52, 25 August 2011 (UTC)
Facepalm. [5] I saw a red link and thought, "OMG, MUST FIX!" :P Swarm u | t 19:40, 24 August 2011 (UTC)
User talk:Jimbo Wales/Archive 126#RfA decision, User talk:Jimbo Wales#More on spelled pronunciations, User talk:Jimbo Wales#Some ideas to help new (1-100 edits) editors, User talk:Jimbo Wales#How much unsourced material should be left in articles?, User talk:Jimbo Wales#Notability of High Schools, Wikipedia talk:Verifiability, Talk:Salmon High School, and Salmon High School. I was even reverted by Jimbo himself. All of this is in addition to a minor spat with Malleus. Ryan Vesey Review me! 07:42, 25 August 2011 (UTC)