User talk:Besmom

February 2010
Please refrain from making unconstructive edits to Wikipedia, as you did to The Bellmores, New York. Your edits appear to constitute vandalism and have been reverted. If you would like to experiment, please use the sandbox. Thank you. —  Hello Annyong  (say whaaat?!) 00:54, 4 February 2010 (UTC)

It is accurate information, not vandalism. Thank you!

Arty Shepherd
Okay, look. In order for someone to be listed in that section, there needs to be an article to back them up. If we just let anyone be added to this list, we'd have all sorts of garbage additions. Show why Shepherd is notable on his own first, and then we'll add him to the list. —  Hello Annyong  (say whaaat?!) 16:11, 4 February 2010 (UTC)


 * OK, I agree. His band, mind over matter (which the Taking Back Sunday guy was also in) was actually an integral part of the punk scene; especially for LI.  I will talk to him about my writing an entry for him.  There is already an Arthur Shepherd listed though; does he have to be listed as Arty Shepherd so the 2 aren't confused? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Besmom (talk • contribs) 17:06, February 4, 2010


 * In all honesty, you shouldn't be the one to build the article. Since you clearly just stated that you know Shepherd personally, that makes you a conflict of interest, and persons who have a conflict of interest are discouraged from making edits within their circle of knowledge. If you honestly think you can make an article that follows all of the Wikipedia conventions - that is, it fulfills the notability criteria, is neutral and balanced and has verifiable information, and doesn't come off as gushing fan service, then you can at least make an attempt. —  Hello Annyong  (say whaaat?!) 18:57, 4 February 2010 (UTC)

Got it. I'm not a "gusher" so no need to worry. I 'know' him; we don't BBQ on weekends or anything. I am married with 3 kids ~ no time to be some 'out there' fan. I just had one last question. I see that when I click on that guy Adam, who was on the same page, it redirects me straight to his band's page. Is that an option as well, if I create a page about the original punk band, mind over matter? I do appreciate your help, even if you think I am crazy and wasting my time. :)