Diary of a White Indian Housewife Forum

by Sharell शारेल on October 25, 2010

in Daily Life in India

Quite a few months ago, I installed a forum on the blog. However, I didn’t configure it properly and I’ve been told it didn’t allow anyone the option to register. I just took a look at it, and hopefully that problem is fixed now!

Please feel free to head over there, introduce yourselves, ask questions, debate, and talk about what ever you want. Please keep it nice though (no insults!). I don’t want to have to go on a moderating rampage. Note that all first posts will be moderated though.

And do let me know if there are any technical issues. I’m not the most knowledgeable person when it comes to this technology. I’m still amazed that I actually managed to install a forum in the first place!

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feistygirl October 25, 2010 at 7:23 pm

hey sharell,
I had a look at your forum. And it is pretty neat, i must say! With the number of comments coming in on your posts, you definitely need a forum Ohh yes, and I am already a member of your esteemed forum…Keep writing!

Sharell October 25, 2010 at 8:09 pm: Thanks for the encouragement, let’s see how it goes! Hopefully it will keep everyone amused.

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viksdes October 25, 2010 at 9:00 pm

perhaps next thing you could start here is a instant chat services to encourage intercultural relationship !

Sharell October 25, 2010 at 10:05 pm: One thing at a time!! I’m still having configuration problems with the forum. Aaargh.

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priya October 26, 2010 at 1:20 pm

Hi Sharell,
It’s good that the forum is working now. But i had to work really hard to get in to this. But now I’m a member.

Keep up the good work.

Sharell October 26, 2010 at 1:49 pm: Thanks so much for signing up. Hopefully it will be smooth sailing from now on!

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Tbg October 26, 2010 at 3:58 pm

About time too!

honeybeeluvsjackfruit October 26, 2010 at 6:28 pm

Yay! I’m looking forward to joining the action

I’m a long term reader/lover of your blog Sharell. Hugs to you!

Arti October 26, 2010 at 7:52 pm

Hello Sharell,
Checked out the forum, seems a great idea!!
Looking forward to taking part!!

My Yatra Diary…

Sharell October 27, 2010 at 5:49 pm: I’ve created a new topic on the forum if anyone wants to jump in and answer it. Here’s a great opportunity to set the minds of us foreigners straight!

http://www.whiteindianhousewife.com/forum/living-in-india/incorrect-assumptions-that-foreigners-make-about-india/

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