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[Oscar]

So, I'm sure we've all noticed that RS has been pretty inactive (or at least not as busy as other times).
I believe it might be a good idea to start brainstorming some ways we can help RS get back to its busy days. Maybe we could come up with some big event that members can participate in? Maybe we can think up ways to advertise? Thing is, we need more people to seriously provide ideas on whatever.

Again, serious ideas.

Or maybe you don't think we should do anything, because it just won't help?

[Jitterbug]

Forcing people to do anything is annoying. And I don't see the point of restricting the HM info or anything. That's just flat-out manipulation, and that's not nice. Besides, if they can't see how warm and fuzzy we folks are from the beginning, they might have less of a reason to join. And some people may be willing to stay and socialize and whatnot, but they are just too lazy or shy to make an intro.

What I suggest is that people keep an eye out for new members, like at the bottom of the page where it tells the newest member, and give them a warm greeting on the comments page. It shows you care enough to bother, and it isn't automated.
But that's just my opinion.

Also, we can't make older members come back. But we can do stuff to the site that could encourage people to want to come back.

But I do like the idea of HM graphic design contest. That is something that would really encourage more activity and even non-graphic designers love to vote and whatnot. And the idea of changing the theme for different seasons is also pretty cool. It'd keep the place from getting dull and also give members something to look forward to.