User:Leonard^Bloom/Archive7

Process Explorer screenshot

Is there a reason the image is not a 1:1 bit ratio? I have the same software, and I'd be willing to update the screenshot. Or is there a legal problem here? Also, the value of the Summary item "Low resolution?" should be changed to true until further modification. The image: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Process_Explorer_Screenshot.png Rj.amdphreak (talk) 06:35, 5 October 2009 (UTC)

I didn't create the original image. The original image was probably significantly larger than it should of been, as it is non-free media. Wikipedia is using this image under the guidelines set for fair-use. Because it specifies that images be of a low resolution, I just resized this image through paint. So, basically, yes, there is a bit of a legal problem with it being of a larger resolution. As for the 1:1 ratio, when I resized it, it was probably already uneven, and I just decreased by it 60%-70% (I can't imagine it being much larger than that). Does that explain it? Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 14:11, 5 October 2009 (UTC)

Deletion of iJango

Dear Leonard,

I just noticed that my post for IJango has been removed. I also noticed your comments on my page Luiscolorado.

I would like to request a temporary undeletion of the article, but the procedure says that first I should contact the administrator. I'm not sure how to contact the administrator, so I am writing you first.

Two main reasons were posted for the deletion:

1. Irrelevance of the product. 2. It was being frequently edited by a "new" user and converted in an unacceptable article (blatant publicity).

I am not sure if the first argument - relevance - matters at all. iJango is a scam, and my main purpose was to expose it as such. I considered that this had a double merit: (1) document the existence of this scam, and (2) help people who was not sure if this was a real way to make money, or it was a scam.

About argument 2 -- constant attempts to "fix" the article -- I would say that that is an unfortunate side effect of the open collaboration environment of Wikipedia. Many other articles have been victims of vicious and repeated attacks, vandalism, malicious edits, etc., and that has not been a reason for deletion, but rather for protection.

At this point I am asking for your advice. I would like to have the article temporarily restored and restricted of any changes, to see its history after I created it, and then restore it or enhance it, and have it protected from malicious changes. However, maybe I should just put it in a list of known scams (I have not checked out yet if there is an article like that).

I don't remember creating an article that was deleted before, so I am asking you for your help to figure out the best way to handle this situation.

Thank you for your time, and I am looking forward to receiving your response.

Best wishes,

Luis —Preceding unsigned comment added by Luiscolorado (talk • contribs) 17:41, 7 October 2009 (UTC)

You can contact either User:X!, User:Mikaey, or User:Accounting4Taste, all admins who deleted the page at one time or another. They can recreate the page for you in userspace, which will allow you to fix, expand, or alter the article unmolested by anyone else. Hope this helps, Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 17:52, 7 October 2009 (UTC)

File:4 Seasons of Lonliness (Cover).jpg

Hello there, you marked File:4 Seasons of Lonliness (Cover).jpg as a duplicate for speedy delete, however this is the one in use. Do you want to switch to the other one, or delete the other one? Graeme Bartlett (talk) 12:04, 8 October 2009 (UTC)

Because they are both of the same resolution, the decision I made as to which one was going to be marked as a duplicate was based upon which one had the full FUR (they both did) and then the title. The original image used in the article misspelled loneliness. I've added the {{non-free album cover}} to the other image, and changed the image on the article as well. Thanks for notifying me. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 14:34, 8 October 2009 (UTC)

Thank you

I was changing the picture on my userpage today and decided to scroll down to see how you did the userboxes and must say that I am very appreciative of the notes you left in regards to their creation. :) Warmly, –Katerenka (talk • contribs) 03:17, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

You're very welcome. :) I like the choice of a background, and I'm glad the blue userboxes still work. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 03:19, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

Raaaaaaaandy

Thanks for the Raaaaaaaandy redirect. I admit I want it because I forget how to spell his real name, which is not that hard; but there are plenty of sources on him that show this redirect, and I think it will serve readers who come to wikipedia for popular culture articles. Certainly it will be more convenient for me than having to go to google and type in Raaaaaaaandy, then copy and paste Aziz whatever. Yes, I know his name isn't that hard! --69.225.5.183 (talk) 05:15, 15 October 2009 (UTC)

Wikipedia serves the readers first and foremost. Hopefully there are no hard feelings about the initially declined status; you have to admit, it's a bit of a stretch, but you backed up your claims, so it's all good now. If you need anything else, ask. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 15:48, 15 October 2009 (UTC)

Oh, my bad, and after this you still posted the David R. Smith article? Thanks. --69.225.5.183 (talk) 05:47, 16 October 2009 (UTC)

Not a problem. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 14:16, 16 October 2009 (UTC)

Orphaned non-free image (File:AMW Wanted.jpg)

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Thanks for uploading File:AMW Wanted.jpg. The image description page currently specifies that the image is non-free and may only be used on Wikipedia under a claim of fair use. However, the image is currently orphaned, meaning that it is not used in any articles on Wikipedia. If the image was previously in an article, please go to the article and see why it was removed. You may add it back if you think that that will be useful. However, please note that images for which a replacement could be created are not acceptable for use on Wikipedia (see our policy for non-free media).

If you have uploaded other unlicensed media, please check whether they're used in any articles or not. You can find a list of "file" pages you have edited by clicking on the "my contributions" link (it is located at the very top of any Wikipedia page when you are logged in), and then selecting "File" from the dropdown box. Note that any non-free images not used in any articles will be deleted after seven days, as described on criteria for speedy deletion. Thank you. Aspects (talk) 18:47, 18 October 2009 (UTC)

Editor review archived

Since it has been well over 30 days since you requested to be reviewed, I've gone ahead and archived your request as part of my effort to cleanup Editor Review. You may view your review here. Thanks & happy editing. If you have any questions, please message me on my talk page. =D Netalarmtalk 00:04, 23 October 2009 (UTC)

Thanks. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 02:25, 23 October 2009 (UTC)

Oh hai

		The Redirect Barnstar
		For all your work at the redirects project. Through all the times an IP has decided to create tens and tens of redirect requests at one time, you've continued to do great work, keep it up! GrooveDog • i'm groovy. 23:09, 28 October 2009 (UTC)

Thank you very much Mr. Dog. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 23:11, 28 October 2009 (UTC)

Sunshadow

Meant to do this earlier in the day, and real life conspired to make me forget. Sorry!

Just a friendly heads up on Sunshadow. I've restored the article per a request at WP:REFUND -- as an expired prod, this is considered an uncontroversial restoration. However, I advised the editor who requested it that notability isn't obvious as it stands, and the article could easily end up at AfD. Proceed as you please. :) --Fabrictramp | talk to me 00:51, 3 November 2009 (UTC)

Ah. Well, I'm currently busy, but unless it can be dramatically improved upon to meet notability standards, I'll probably take it to AfD. Thanks for notifying me. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 00:53, 3 November 2009 (UTC)

Thanks

:) --Katerenka (talk) 05:30, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Not a problem. Out of curiosity, did you ever get my email? Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 05:32, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Not if you sent it between October 25th and a few days ago. Not sure what happened to my gmail account, but it decided to wipe itself clean. If you have a copy, I'd appreciate you sending it to the new email that I've enabled in my preferences (Yahoo this time). :) --Katerenka (talk) 05:34, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Sham you had to change. I'd choose gmail over yahoo any day. I'll type it back up. Expect an email in a few. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 05:35, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Yeah, I agree, I miss a lot of the features and perks of gmail; yahoo is terrible. We'll see how this goes, though. I suppose if worse comes to worse, I can always use my university email. I'll be looking forward to your correspondence. :) --Katerenka (talk) 05:38, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

The Special:EmailUser page is giving me an error. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 05:46, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

I suppose that it helps to confirm your email address. ;) Should be fixed now. --Katerenka (talk) 05:48, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Sadly, nyet. It's still giving me an error. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 05:50, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Ugh. This is ridiculous. It works for me, hmm. I've sent you an email from it with my address. I'll try and figure out what's going on in the meantime. --Katerenka (talk) 05:52, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Responded. It's a bit tl;dr, and I might be gone by the time you respond. My apologies in advance if that is the case. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 06:04, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

No problem, I'm glad that the email I sent you arrived and will respond ASAP. :) --Kate (talk) 06:09, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

vandalism on katerenka's talk page

can you please explain how i vandalized the page? I didn't mean to, I just wanted to add a comment on her talk page. Zelysion (talk) 05:40, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Actually, I have made a severe error. I read through your initial message too quickly. The heading (all caps) and first few sentences made it seem like you were pronouncing her talk page as a page to be deleted. I reverted too quickly, and you have my most sincere apologies. She has responded on your talk page, so I hope what you need to say is said without disruption. Again, I am sorry. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 05:43, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

No worries. Just worried I did something wrong. You never know with all the rules on this site. =]

Thanks! Zelysion (talk) 05:50, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Very true. There are a lot of policies and guidelines. If you ever need help, feel free to ask. It's the least I can do. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 05:51, 20 November 2009 (UTC)

Email

You have some. :) @Kate (talk) 09:38, 22 November 2009 (UTC)

I noticed. :P Gmail is fun like that. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 09:41, 22 November 2009 (UTC)

Must be nice. ;) @Kate (talk) 09:44, 22 November 2009 (UTC)

Thank you for the timely response. I wouldn't have much else to say besides repeating my initial email, so I'll just tell you that I read it, and thank you. :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 09:55, 22 November 2009 (UTC)

Howzit man :-)

I'm just responding with regard to my uploading of images which I've been told don't have sufficient copyright information...

If I own the actual Parlotones music albums, and I scan the covers onto my computer, does that effectively give me ownership of the image?

As far as I know (and I've read through the booklet) the copyright on the album only applies to the music and not to the album art...

Thanks —Preceding unsigned comment added by Realkingoftheuniverse (talk • contribs) 11:05, 27 November 2009 (UTC)

No, sorry. That's not exactly how it works. First, buying the album does not mean you hold the copyright. The publisher (or this case label) still holds the copyright to all the materials on the item: music, album art, etc. Second, the booklet may not list the copyright for the album art. It may be on the back somewhere; I'm not sure. But it's copyrighted nonetheless. Sorry. To understand how you can use the image, please look over WP:NFC, the policy on non-free content. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 01:23, 28 November 2009 (UTC)

Thank you

:) I keep hoping they'll get bored and go away; hasn't happened yet, tho. @Kate (talk) 04:00, 3 December 2009 (UTC)

The user has been blocked already. Their boredom shouldn't be a problem anymore. :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:02, 3 December 2009 (UTC)

Yep, and Ed was kind enough to semi my talk for 6 hours. Maybe they'll go play elsewhere. :) @Kate (talk) 04:11, 3 December 2009 (UTC)

Hope so. The best, Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:12, 3 December 2009 (UTC)

AfD nomination of How Much Do Wydown Students Know About Geography

An article that you have been involved in editing, How Much Do Wydown Students Know About Geography, has been listed for deletion. If you are interested in the deletion discussion, please participate by adding your comments at Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/How Much Do Wydown Students Know About Geography. Thank you.

Please contact me if you're unsure why you received this message. PDCook (talk) 14:17, 3 December 2009 (UTC)

Bolognia push update

We continue to make a a lot progress with the Bolognia push 2009. Thank you for your help thus far and, if you still are free, I ask for your continued help. Regardless, thanks again! ---kilbad (talk) 03:45, 7 December 2009 (UTC)

Of course. If I find any prolonged period of free time, I will see what I can do. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:40, 7 December 2009 (UTC)

LOL!

Boy, you ain't kidding. I first got an automated response, but they followed up with a more personal one asking for more technical details. Yay! I can't tell you how relieved I am to finally see the end of that little scourge's shenanigans. --PMDrive1061 (talk) 18:32, 12 December 2009 (UTC)

From what I've heard/seen, I'm glad it's over, yep. Thanks for following up, and getting it dealt with on a larger scale than just wikipedia. :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 18:35, 12 December 2009 (UTC)

happy christmas

delirious & lost ☯ ^~hugs~ is wishing you Happy Christmas! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Yuletide, Litha, Eid, Diwali, Hogmanay, Hannukkah, Kwanzaa, Lenaia, Festivus or even the Saturnalia, this is a special time of year for almost everyone!

"The greatest gift they'll get this year is life." ~ Bob Geldof & Midge Ure

Spread the hugs & cheer by adding {{subst:User:Deliriousandlost/happy christmas}} to your friends' talk pages.

delirious ☯ ^{~ happy christmas~} 04:21, 24 December 2009 (UTC)

Thanks. :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:48, 24 December 2009 (UTC)

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas, Leonard^Bloom! May you be blessed with a full plate and a joyous spirit!
I hope that this Christmas season is one of celebration and rest for you and your family.  fetchcomms☛ 18:40, 24 December 2009 (UTC)

Thank you, and the same for you. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 19:02, 24 December 2009 (UTC)

Nora Balling

It's good that you could make some sense out that article, because I sure as heck couldn't.... AnonMoos (talk) 23:54, 25 December 2009 (UTC)

Heh. Thanks. I don't believe the writer is a native English speaker. Still, it was written better than a lot of native English speakers... :P Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 23:56, 25 December 2009 (UTC)

Editor Review thanks

Hello, Leonard^Bloom! This is just a note thanking you for participating in my recent editor review. Thank you again for your view on my editing as I will be sure to keep your opinion and advice in mind! IShadowed (Talk)

Cookie

Fetchcomms has given you a cookie! Cookies promote WikiLove and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by giving someone else a cookie, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Happy munching!

Spread the goodness of cookies by adding {{subst:Cookie}} to someone's talk page with a friendly message, or eat this cookie on the giver's talk page with {{subst:munch}}!

Sarah Geronimo Main.JPG

Oh! uhmm since I don't know how to get the copyright tags of the image, you can delete the File:Sarah Geronimo Main.JPG I will appreciate it if you do.. thanks :)

The image will be deleted in a few days. (I couldn't speed up the process much; I'm not an WP:ADMIN, so I can't delete things. Sorry.  :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:06, 29 December 2009 (UTC)

 Done -FASTILY ^(TALK) 00:47, 1 January 2010 (UTC)

Thanks Fastily. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 00:51, 1 January 2010 (UTC)

RfA

Hi Leo. A belated Happy Holidays to you. No, I haven't forgotten, but it's just that I couldn't help but notice your recent inactivity during the last few months. I see you've become more active lately but I'm afraid that the few months where you made ~300 edits are going to sink the RfA. IMHO, perhaps actively editing for another month or so would be a good idea (I'll write the nom for you at the end of January then if you choose to do that). If you're ready now, that's fine with me too, but I think it is fair to warn you that there are certain individuals whom I know will question and oppose you just for lack of activity. Let me know what you'd like to do. Regards, FASTILY_sock^(TALK) 09:27, 31 December 2009 (UTC)

Hey Fastily. Happy New Years, and hope you had a nice Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa/Ramadan/Winter solstice/quiet day on the 25th. :) I'm on the fence, as far as another RfA goes. I've found that I'm moving away from areas where I really need the bit. To be honest, I don't think I'd do very well if an RfA went up. If you want to write a nom, I'd have no objection, but as of right now, it's fifty fifty as to whether I take the leap or politely decline. My absence was mostly because of personal issues, and nothing that will be repeated again. Good on you for watching it a bit more, and seeing what happened first. If it were to happen, I'd imagine a few weeks would suffice. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 09:44, 31 December 2009 (UTC)

Ah, that would make sense. Well it's good to have you back and active on the project. Sounds like a plan - I'll ping you in a few weeks, and if you're still interested, I'll write you a nom (Personally, I think you have a pretty good chance of passing at the rate you're going - frankly, you've got some pretty good contributions under your belt). Cheers, FASTILY ^(TALK) 10:54, 31 December 2009 (UTC)

Leo, be sure to talk to me on the channel about it. ceranthor 22:51, 2 January 2010 (UTC)

Will do. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 23:29, 2 January 2010 (UTC)

Thanks!

Thanks for helping me with my very first ever wikipedia page :o) And this is my very first message on a talk page. Egginabowl (talk) 23:19, 2 January 2010 (UTC)

Not a problem.  :) If you ever need help, feel free to ask. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 23:28, 2 January 2010 (UTC)

Ask

Hi! I would like to ask something from you. What do you think about this artcile of mine? George Miok. Does it worth the deletion? I think, it's not a memorial. And there is a lot of resources about him. --Eino81 (talk) 23:37, 5 January 2010 (UTC)

I see, you wrote into the article. Now I found three medals of him, i put them into the article, I don't know, why does this article not good for the English Wikipedia. --Eino81 (talk) 00:24, 6 January 2010 (UTC)

I do not think he is notable, I'm sorry. WP:BLP#1E applies in this case. If you would like to argue your case, I suggest removing the prod and it will be taken to WP:AFD, where it can be discussed more thoroughly. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 00:47, 6 January 2010 (UTC)

I'm sorry for that. By the way, who could be "notable". when I write the article, I found some other Canadian soldier, has has smaller article, without resources. The enwiki is the greates Wiki, I don't know, why is this a problem, that he is there. I don't know him personally, unfortunately, but nowadays we are proud of him in Hungary. I wrote the Hungarian article of his, but he lived in Canada, in an English-speaking area, so that's why I wrote the English version, too. But he died only some days ago, there is now a proove to get award or medal for every Canadian soldier who was killed in service. --Eino81 (talk) 01:00, 6 January 2010 (UTC)

I have no doubt people are proud of him; he gave his life for his country. However, Wikipedia has guidelines as to what constitutes notability and what does not, and in my interpretation of the guidelines, he is not. Nor is he in the eyes of the prod'er. Again, I'm sorry. The article is high quality - just not of a subject that stands as notable. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 01:18, 6 January 2010 (UTC)

RfA...again

Hey Leo. I know it hasn't been a few weeks yet, but I think it's been long enough since your last RfA six months ago. I've created Wikipedia:Requests for adminship/Leonard^Bloom 3 along with a my draft nomination statement (I'll need you to answer the questions so I can finish my nomination statement). It's alright with me if you feel like you're not ready yet or if you're no longer interested in becoming a sysop (I encourage you to go for it however - you have nothing to lose and everything to gain by trying again). Please consider. Kind Regards, FASTILY ^(TALK) 02:17, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

Hm. So it begins. Thank you very much Fastily. I'll take some time to answer the questions, and then we'll see what happens when you transclude it. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 02:41, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

I have answered the questions and accepted the nomination. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:04, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

Great! I'll look over the nom statement again and have the RfA transcluded within two hours from now. Cheers, FASTILY_sock^(TALK) 04:56, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

Whatever works. Thanks again, Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 05:02, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

Anytime Leo! And, we're live. Best of luck! Cheers, FASTILY ^(TALK) 06:03, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

Hi Leo, I've added a question to the RFA. The question is actually about how you would deal with an unfortunately common occurence here, I would be very interested to see your response. - Tbsdy (formerly Ta bu shi da yu) ^talk 15:06, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

I have since responded to your question, as well as others. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 18:10, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

I've added a followup asking for more clarification. JoshuaZ (talk) 17:59, 25 January 2010 (UTC)

I saw. You edit conflicted me, when you formatted it. :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 18:00, 25 January 2010 (UTC)

RFA Question

I have posted a question to your RfA. If the nature of the answer is personal in nature and you do not feel comfortable answering feel free to respond here and I will strike my question. -- RP459 ^Talk/_{Contributions} 20:06, 22 January 2010 (UTC)

I've answered it. I'm sorry I didn't answer in detail, but I answered as far as I saw fit. Please don't refrain to ask if you would like some more detail. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 00:55, 23 January 2010 (UTC)

Thanks for answering my RfA question, no need to elaborate further I think I understand. -- RP459 ^Talk/_{Contributions} 16:40, 23 January 2010 (UTC)

Talkback

Hello, Leonard^Bloom. You have new messages at Minimac94's talk page.
Message added 10:27, 23 January 2010 (UTC). You can remove this notice at any time by removing the {{Talkback}} or {{Tb}} template.

Minimac94 (talk) 10:27, 23 January 2010 (UTC)

Your RfA

Good luck, seriously. You have my support. — R² 16:28, 26 January 2010 (UTC)

Thank you. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 16:56, 26 January 2010 (UTC)

AFC AC Lens

Just wanted to let you know, since you requested the article, AC Lens has been created as a start class article. -- /MWOAP|Notify Me\ 02:00, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

Thank you for notifying me. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 02:06, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

Congrats

I am going to go out on a limb, and make a bold prediction - I am going to go ahead and say congrats on your successful RFA.  7  06:16, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

You are now an admin

Congrats. Consensus having been reached, you are now a sysop. Best of luck to you; I trust you know where to go if you have any questions or concerns about how to use your new tools, and feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. -- Pakaran 09:45, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

Congratulations! A worthy mopper I'm sure. If you have any mopping enquiries, please let me know and I'll help as best I can! Well done again :) GedUK  10:29, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

:)  fetchcomms☛ 15:44, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

Congrats Leo my man. Knew you could do it! -FASTILY ^(TALK) 20:44, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

Woot! ceranthor 21:51, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

Thank you all. :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 23:40, 29 January 2010 (UTC)

Congrats! Now, regarding your memo: Prove it! ~ Amory (u • t • c) 02:16, 30 January 2010 (UTC)

 Done Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:22, 30 January 2010 (UTC)

Your deletion to "Star shock wrestling"

I was about to put the tags on the article, but you deleted the article so quickly, they came out as a new page. Be a little careful next time. I'm sorry if I'm patronising you in any way. Minimac94 (talk) 10:52, 31 January 2010 (UTC)

Ah, apologies. Sorry about that. No, you're not patronizing me in anyway. If I make a mistake, please tell me. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 10:54, 31 January 2010 (UTC)

Island Sports Media deletion?

I am new to Wikipedia so forgive my ignorance. I don't fully understand why the page was deleted. It says typos or misnomers? Could you please explain to me what I need to do for the listing.

In my first attempt the page was deleted because it sounded like an advertisement, which wasn't my intent but I could see the reasoning. I have utilized this site many times for lists such as this while surfing and/or researching sports topics.

Thanks for your help.

Mike —Preceding unsigned comment added by Nomatta922 (talk • contribs) 19:38, 31 January 2010 (UTC)

Everyone was new at some point. :) I did not delete the article. I deleted a redirect that came from a page move. The article still exists at Island Sports Media. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 19:42, 31 January 2010 (UTC)

OK Thank you, when I logged on it had said the page didn't exist, my error....day 2 for me, i'll get the hang of it. Thanks for your help. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Nomatta922 (talk • contribs) 20:17, 31 January 2010 (UTC)

Not a problem.  :) If you have any question, ask. Also, for future reference, signing your posts is a good idea. Use four tildes (~) to do that. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 20:33, 31 January 2010 (UTC)

Question

I can't seem to meet your guideline for putting our company history on WiKi. What's up? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Edsull9663 (talk • contribs) 17:51, 1 February 2010 (UTC)

The company does not seem to meet Wikipedia's guidelines for notability. Also, as you seem to be representing the company in some way, the inherent conflict of interest was why the article was initially deleted for being to much of an advertisement. I hope that answers your questions. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 17:56, 1 February 2010 (UTC)

American Pet Association

I just posted a page about the APA and it was immediately deleted as advertising. It was a factual history about the organization and it's current policies with no opinions stated about the value of its services or other organizations.

I do not understand. Please explain.

Thank you —Preceding unsigned comment added by Rwerner43 (talk • contribs) 17:53, 1 February 2010 (UTC)

The article was strongly reminiscent of an advertisement or a promotional piece. While there may have been fact-based information, the tone was inappropriate for an encyclopedia. Neutrality aside, the group also doesn't seem to meet our guidelines on notability. I hope this answers your questions, Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 18:03, 1 February 2010 (UTC)

References

Hello Leonard Bloom,

I noticed that you just fixed a page that I created on Chinese curler Li Hong Chen. I've been having trouble with that. I use the references button on the far left of the tab above and I create a references section, but it always has bold red text at the bottom that says the references are untagged. What am I doing wrong?

SargentIV —Preceding unsigned comment added by SargentIV (talk • contribs) 18:48, 1 February 2010 (UTC)

You forgot to add the {{reflist}} template, which allows the software to represent the citations as they're written in the article. It's a common mistake. If that doesn't answer your question, WP:REF should answer anything else. Feel to free to leave a message if you have any other questions. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 18:52, 1 February 2010 (UTC)

Storm Prediction Center

Sorry to bother you with this, but could you give a quick assessment of this article on behalf of Wikipedia:WikiProject United States Government? Again, sorry to bother you with this, but it looks as if the project's assessment page is inactive. Thanks in advance, Ks0stm If you reply here, please leave me a {{Talkback}} message on my talk page. 23:18, 1 February 2010 (UTC)

I've assessed it. I'd add more information (in, say, the History or Overview sections) and then take it up for GA review. It's not bothering me, no. :) Also, yes, I believe that project in general is fairly inactive. If you have any more questions, please ask. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 00:59, 2 February 2010 (UTC)

Mmk, thanks! Ks0stm If you reply here, please leave me a {{Talkback}} message on my talk page. 19:31, 2 February 2010 (UTC)

Dogs for the Disabled Logo

Hi;

Thanks for pointing out my mistake in the copyright status attribution of the uploaded logo for my Dogs for the disabled page Dogslogo.jpg.

I think I've now corrected that by adding the LOGO Fair use copyright

This is my first Page from scratch entry

Cheers MAC —Preceding unsigned comment added by Kmac499 (talk • contribs) 22:27, 2 February 2010 (UTC)

AFC Barnstar

		The Articles for Creation barnstar
		You have made some great contribs to the team. Thanks for the help that you have given me. -- /MWOAP|Notify Me\ 02:37, 3 February 2010 (UTC)

I also would like to give you the honour of this companion ribbon. -- /MWOAP|Notify Me\ 02:37, 3 February 2010 (UTC)

Thank you. :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 02:52, 3 February 2010 (UTC)

Re:

Hello, Leonard^Bloom. You have new messages at Tide rolls's talk page.
You can remove this notice at any time by removing the {{Talkback}} or {{Tb}} template.

262 productions

You deleted my 262 Productions page, though i am a memeber of the group. I am in the process of a making a myspace for the group and will be using it for my refrences. Please do not delete it the next time i make it. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Phase2rider (talk • contribs) 22:06, 3 February 2010 (UTC)

you keep deleting a band i love

that deserves a page. why? that is really messedup. You can buy some of the members of this bands cd online, listen to it on xm radio or buy albums at Best buy. please tell me why this is not significant to you!! unreal.

Pharmacy Keys is in the process of recording new music and redoing their website. www.pharmacykeys.com they are on myspace, buzznet, twitter and facebook. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Pkeys (talk • contribs) 04:11, 5 February 2010 (UTC)

The band does not meet the guidelines for inclusion, no matter how good they may be. Sorry, and if you have any other questions, please ask. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:15, 5 February 2010 (UTC)

Choa Kok Sui

Is there anyway to lock that page from being recreated? It seems every other year, someone recreates it and it gets deleted again. Thanks. -- 127.*.*.1 04:17, 5 February 2010 (UTC)

 Done WP:SALT.  :) Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:19, 5 February 2010 (UTC)

Thanks. Same thing with Pranic Healing if possible. -- 127.*.*.1 04:27, 5 February 2010 (UTC)

 Done Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:28, 5 February 2010 (UTC)

Thank you again. -- 127.*.*.1 04:29, 5 February 2010 (UTC)

Not a problem. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:33, 5 February 2010 (UTC)

deleted page

hey, you deleted the page I was making about Ben Moran. He was on a popular Canadian reality show. He has relevance. He just doesn't really know how to use wikipedia very well.. —Preceding unsigned comment added by BenjaminJMoran (talk • contribs) 07:00, 6 February 2010 (UTC)

I'm sorry, but being on a reality TV show alone does not confer notability. Add him, perhaps, to the section dealing with the appropriate season of the T.V. on it's article? Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 07:10, 6 February 2010 (UTC)

mmm...yesh..tehgame...

huhi, yesh,

you has dereted my paije on (MOPER) and
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having feere bad i having zish happening to meh
can i has my paije bakk prease?

I'm sorry, I'm not entirely sure what you're asking. Could you clarify? Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 07:13, 6 February 2010 (UTC)

GAN

I've fixed all of the small issues that you pointed out. Thanks.--Coldplay Expért ^{Let's talk} 18:48, 9 February 2010 (UTC)

Thank you. I have responded in more detail on the review. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 00:41, 10 February 2010 (UTC)

Everything's done now!--Coldplay Expért ^{Let's talk} 01:16, 10 February 2010 (UTC)

I'll take a look in a moment. About to go run an errand. Apologies. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 01:17, 10 February 2010 (UTC)

Done. Congrats. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 01:45, 10 February 2010 (UTC)

I suck

I am the worst user kown to mankind. Everyone on here hates me. That's why I created that page. I am sad that no one likes me. As an admin, i know you dont like me. Please put me down like the dog i am. Block me, i'm worthless. Tech43 (talk) 04:56, 11 February 2010 (UTC)

First off, thanks for your kindness that totally caught me off guard. You seem like a good, veteran user and I am happy about your advice. I have had a lot of things going on and overreacted to them. I just wanted to let you know I am going on an indefinite Wiki hiatus, but if and when I come back, I will bwhave a lot better and will contribute positively. Tech43 (talk) 04:40, 12 February 2010 (UTC)

E-mail

You have one. --Thejadefalcon^{Sing your song}_{The bird's seeds} 11:15, 11 February 2010 (UTC)

Robert Q. Marston

Leonard, thanks again for your Good Article review. I have endeavoured to address your comments and concerns regarding the Marston biography----please let me know what you think. Dirtlawyer1 (talk) 17:29, 13 February 2010 (UTC)

You finished it up, thanks. The article has been passed, and is now a GA. Congrats, and thanks again, Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 21:04, 13 February 2010 (UTC)

Leonard, would you consider doing a GA review of the Albert A. Murphree biography? It's the next in my series of University of Florida president bios . . . you will be passing familiar with the subject matter from your Marston review. Dirtlawyer1 (talk) 21:41, 13 February 2010 (UTC)

I'll look into it later this evening. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 22:31, 13 February 2010 (UTC)

AlecRox

Hi Leonard, You deleted a couple of files I uploaded several weeks ago because I didn't provide a copyright status. I've looked into the matter and I've found that the files haven't been copyrighted. I want to upload them again but I don't know what copyright status to give them. Please would you help me with that? AlecRox (talk) 07:56, 23 February 2010 (UTC)

Quick note for clarification: I only tagged the images for deletion; User:MBisanz deleted them. As for uploading them again, I suggest giving this a quick glance. Basically, you'll need to upload the images with the correct copyright tags. If the image is public domain, then use a PD tag, if it was released under Creative Commons, then a CC tag. Does that help point you in the right direction; if not, please, ask for clarification. Thanks, Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 01:03, 24 February 2010 (UTC)

RE: Justyn Pogue

I believe that the popularity of The Microphones / Mount Eerie aka Phil Elrum / Elverum warrant the inclusion of those that have worked with him. As I have personal knowledge of these individuals I am just trying to further the information. Pogue contributed to many early releases and supplied art work to a number of K Records releases, as well as to the first Microphones 7" single on the legendary Seattle indie label Up Records. Furthermore, the diaspora of Olympia artists is cause for continued interest. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Billowing sheen (talk • contribs) 07:30, 26 February 2010 (UTC)

I tagged the article for deletion in Sept., and it has since been removed. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 07:09, 28 February 2010 (UTC)

Image dispute

Greetings. You have disputed a photograph I uploaded for "Nominjin" home page. I am the owner. If you have any doubts please write to for verficiation. Thank you. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 444wiki444 (talk • contribs) 03:34, 3 March 2010 (UTC)

Could you please provide all of the information for the image? Thanks for telling me; I'll remove the discussion. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 03:43, 3 March 2010 (UTC)

F8 image?

You deleted an image because the identical image was on Wikipedia Commons..I uploaded it from an original photograph given to me by the gentleman's grandson and it went to Commons instead of to my draft page..I am very confused. How do I use this image on the WT Small page? I am new to this, very interesting, process. Many thanks, Sarah —Preceding unsigned comment added by Sarahlouisem (talk • contribs) 06:12, 3 March 2010 (UTC)

The image is on Commons, so an identical image isn't necessary on Wikipedia as well. To use the image, just insert it like you would any other image, and it'll work. Does that answer your question? Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 15:40, 3 March 2010 (UTC)

AlecRox again

Hi Leonard, Please would you delete the file File:Gips2.jpg for me because I've decided that the project it is for is not yet ready for Wikipedia and, furthermore, I got the copyright status wrong so that image shouldn't be on Wikipedia anyway. Sorry about that. If you can't delete it, please would you refer the deletion to someone who can. Thankyou,AlecRox (talk) 22:49, 6 March 2010 (UTC)

It's done. Thanks for requesting deletion, Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 05:11, 7 March 2010 (UTC)

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Would you mind

if you were to do another GAN for me? If at all possible, I'd like for you to do a GAN for German submarine U-162 (1941), Thanks!--Coldplay Expért ^{Let's talk} 00:04, 18 March 2010 (UTC)

Sure, I'll start that sometime this evening. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 01:12, 18 March 2010 (UTC)

Thank you. I'll ge heading to bed in a whiule so it may take until tomorrow or even saturday until I get to your comments.--Coldplay Expért ^{Let's talk} 01:23, 18 March 2010 (UTC)

Whatever works. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 01:29, 18 March 2010 (UTC)

Thank you--Coldplay Expért ^{Let's talk} 01:31, 18 March 2010 (UTC)

All done.--White Shadows ^{you're breaking up} 01:53, 19 March 2010 (UTC)

Congrats on another GA. Lәo_(βǃʘʘɱ) 04:02, 19 March 2010 (UTC)

Thanks LB. Now I'll have to see how far off my other articles are from a GA...--White Shadows ^{you're breaking up} 10:27, 19 March 2010 (UTC)