Hello, Freecycle(TM) Members,
This is an administrative reminder that when making posts to our
Freecycle group, please do your best to keep it short and sweet.
The ideal format for posting:
Subject: Lead word, object, general location.
(For example:) Subject: Wanted: Men's shoes size 10 (Tacoma)
Body of your email: let's keep it as simple with a polite thank you.
(For example:) I need a pair of men's shoes, size 10, prefer brown or
black. Thanks in advance, Joe Freecycle Member
What not to do:
Let's try not to get into full details of why you want something.
This saves us from getting into contests to see who has the greatest
sob story to get items. It tends to become very tiresome to the other
members of the group and can quickly get out of control.
Hey, the simple beauty of the Freecycle concept is that you are able
to just ASK for something without justification. Yes, no explanation
needed!! Being a member of your local Freecycle group gives you that
awesome right!!
(Side note: Please don't see this as the encouraging of outrageous,
extravagant and frequent wanted postings. We still ask that you
practice self-moderation in both what you ask for and how often.)
Reminder: 3-4 Wanted posts per 7 days is what is allowed.
Let's take a look at an example of what NOT to do...
Subject: In Desperate NEED
Body: Hello, I am an old lady who lives in a shoe. I have 42 kids who
are all down with the flu. My husband lost his job, our car broke
down and we live 25 miles out of town. Our cat got sick and our dog
ran away (let me tell you we are having a bad day!) We've all got a
bad back and what we really lack is a spa, or a yacht, or a pool. If
you have one just lying around, why that would be very cool! Give it
to me 'cause I need it real bad, little Jimmy (our youngest) is just
oh SO sad. I know this would make his day but I won't say "Thanks" or
post a "Received", that's just my Freecycle group way. I know you'll
give me what I want because I am just so needy. So look around and
see what can be found signed, Greta the Greedy.
p.s. No offense intended if you are named Greta. She is a fictional
character and not based on anyone either in this or any other
Freecycle group :)
Thank you!
Your Friendly Tacoma Area Freecycle Moderators
TacomaAreaFreecycle
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