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			{{semi-retired\|My will to participate in Misplaced Pages has waned due to the harassment it brings, both on and off Misplaced Pages, with real consequences to living persons and their families. I am following only those articles I have contributed to extensively, and issues or content areas where bullies predominate. {{pb}} I receive pings by email only; I may continue to occasionally check my watchlist and email, but please don't count on me to regularly respond to queries or to keep up with the work I once did.}}

			== In appreciation ==
	==Trivia==
	Good afternoon, Sandy. I know this guideline is a hornet's nest and that you tend to avoid unnecessary drama, ''but'' one of your areas of focus seems to be MOS-related improvements, so I figure I'd come to you. Is ] really deserving of official MOS ''guideline'' status? I have a hard time with practically every notion that this "guideline" espouses; I was thinking of marking its status as disputed. But first I wanted your expert opinion.--] (]) 17:06, 16 February 2008 (UTC)
	:That's a can of worms that goes beyond that one page; there is currently no process (as amazing as that seems) by which any guideline page gets added to {{t1\|style}}. I've been attempting to address this for several weeks, but a couple of editors/Projects have ownership issues, so no progress has been made. To address an individual guideline problem, you'll probably have to 1) join the broader discussions at ] and 2) have patience. It's a ''huge'' issue that needs to be sorted out. There are currently almost 70 pages at {{t1\|style}}, with no means of sorting out which of them enjoy consensus or by what process they got added there. One proposal on the table is that we need a MOS WikiProject to coordinate and rationalize the current mess that exists among all these guideline pages. ] (]) 17:15, 16 February 2008 (UTC)
	::Oh my goodness! This is much more depressing than I feared. I'll check out ], to be sure, and will do my best not to issue any violent rants.
	::As far as the specific, abhorrent Trivia guideline is concerned, the page starts out sensibly enough with "Trivia sections should be avoided." But ] where I start to gag and recoil. ''That's'' part of or Manual of Style??? And no one knows whether, how or why consensus was determined? Sheesh. Thanks for the reply!--] (]) 17:25, 16 February 2008 (UTC)
	:::Yes, that part is particularly awful, and could probably be disputed. I suggest you raise it at ] as an example of the issue of how things get added to MOS. ] (]) 17:33, 16 February 2008 (UTC)

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			\|style="vertical-align: middle; border-top: 1px solid gray;" \| For your decades-long effort to separate the grain from the chaff. Best wishes, ] (]) 18:50, 17 July 2024 (UTC)
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			\|style="vertical-align: middle; border-top: 1px solid gray;" \| Hi Sandy! I was assigned to the AD article a long while ago with some peers in my class and have been keeping tabs on the article since then. Similar to the previous barnstar (above), I'm honestly a huge fan of your work - you were super helpful back when I was learning the ropes of Misplaced Pages editing and I wanted to come back and say THANK YOU for all that. I hope all is well and that you know all your efforts are appreciated and remembered :) ] (]) 20:37, 15 August 2024 (UTC)
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			: Thank you so much, {{u\|AirshipJungleman29}} and {{u\|Bharatss-SB}}; if has been a rough year and I have been unable to help out as I'd like. I hope you have a Happy New Year! ] (]) 00:10, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
	] :) At least the dust is settled, and I have web access again ;) ]<small> (]·])</small> 18:53, 16 February 2008 (UTC)

	==~~Image~~==		== Thank you! ==
	Hi there ] is a cropped version with increased contrast. ] (]) 20:23, 16 February 2008 (UTC)
	: The unfortunate words in the original are "with his permission". That tends to mean "permission for wikipedia" and won't pass the image filtering. Without a clear statement of "cc-by" release, it's considered a fair use image of a living person. ] 22:07, 16 February 2008 (UTC)
	::Gosh, I wish I hadn't asked Tim to do the work. :-( ] (]) 22:10, 16 February 2008 (UTC)
	:Don't worry, it took me all of thirty seconds. :) ] (]) 00:28, 17 February 2008 (UTC)

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			:That was quite a haul, {{u\|SusanLesch}} and I commend you for your tenacity through such difficulty. I'm sorry that issues in real life have made it impossible for me to continue to help. I hope you have a Happy New Year! ] (]) 00:15, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
	Thank you for your help with the article. It is very much appreciated. ] (]) 22:06, 16 February 2008 (UTC)

	== ~~Proposal~~ ==		== A g.o.a.t. for you! ==
	If I review one FAC or FAR a day, will that be okay? — ''']]''' 04:43, 17 February 2008 (UTC)
	: Will that cost me my first-born, my right arm and a leg, or just a barnstar? :-) One a day would be wonderful. ] (]) 15:10, 17 February 2008 (UTC)
	:: Well, I reviewed one to break the ice :) But before I go too crazy, I need to brush up on my writing and reviewing skills. — ''']]''' 03:32, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
	:::Brush 'em up on Randall Flagg; it's been stalled for weeks. ] (]) 03:38, 19 February 2008 (UTC)

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	== Re: WP MOS proposal ==
			When I grow up I want to do edits like you do Sandy, you are the g.o.a.t. in my book.

			] (]) 04:11, 13 October 2024 (UTC)
	Mine (and some others') is linked from ]. I don't know how applicable it'll be here, though; my experience is essentially with projects that do article work, rather than projects that exist purely as an internal coordination forum. ] 18:12, 17 February 2008 (UTC)
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			:{{U\|Oscar_.}} mil gracias por las palabras tan amables, y espero que 2025 te trata bien. Saludos, ] (]) 00:16, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
	: Further to this, as you have seen, I've started a thread on a proposed new WikiProject to coordinate Manual of Style pages. I think this might provide a mechanism to address the problem without raising concerns about centralization of authority on the main MoS page. Your comments on whether and how such a WikiProject might work would be very valuable. See ].
	: I've notified a number of editors using essentially the above message, but I may have missed out many interested parties, so I'd be happy if you (and anyone reading this) fill in any blanks. '']'' 19:50, 17 February 2008 (UTC)
	==Antarctic articles==
	Hello, Sandy. You've been very patient with me in the past over my lack of skill with MOS issues. I've given myself a good talkng to and am now a lot more careful. I am working on a series of Antarctic exploration articles, trying to improve the general standard. You know about the Ross Sea party, now FA, and the Terra Nova Expedition, now FAC. When you have a moment, I wonder if you could look at the third in line, which is ]? I've put it up for peer review, but it has no comments as of right now. I think it's much better MOS-wise than either of the others, but I'd welcome confirmation of this, also other comments. I'd really appreciate it ] (]) 20:28, 17 February 2008 (UTC)
	:I'll look at the MOS issues as soon as I can; another person you might ask, who is very thorough about MoS issues, is {{user\|Epbr123}}. He might get there before I can. By the way, I saw your query about PR on Yomangani's page; the person to ask is Gguy (see the post above yours here on my page). ] (]) 20:33, 17 February 2008 (UTC)

	== A ~~request~~ ==		== Request for input ==

			Sandy, I know you're quite busy, but I was wondering if you could spare the time sometime to look over ]. I either slipped a substandard article through FAC in 2020, or my perfectionism is flaring up again. Or maybe a mix of the two. ] <sub> '']''</sub> 03:01, 22 October 2024 (UTC)
	I have had enough of your personal attacks, and I am asking you once again, and this time as part of dispute resolution, to stop. I don't do this to you, though I'd certainly have reason to, and so I'm similarly asking that you refrain from doing it to me. It has been going on, on and off, for well over a year, always involving the same people, and the behavior during the Zeraeaph case was the final straw for me. Please either stop the barbed, disrepectful comments, or be aware that I will take this further. <font color="Purple">]</font> <small><sup><font color="Blue">]</font><font color="Green">]</font></sup></small> 05:12, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

			== A barnstar for you! ==

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			\|style="vertical-align: middle; border-top: 1px solid gray;" \| Went through some of the ] archived discussions from the past few months, out of curiosity. Your diligence in trying to clean up the article, your tireless attempts to keep a civil environment all-around, and most of all your continued efforts to remain impartial and mindful of proper policies and guidelines, impressed me, regardless of whether I agreed or not with your suggested changes. Thanks for your work. ] (]) 23:00, 24 October 2024 (UTC)
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			:Thank you, {{u\|LaughingManiac}} and I hope you have a Happy New Year! ] (]) 00:16, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

			==Invitation to provide feedback==
			Inspired by Worm That Turned's ] where he noted administrators don't get a lot of feedback or suggestions for improvement, I have decided to solicit feedback. I'm reaching out to you as you are currently one of the users I've selected as part of my ]. I hope you will consider taking a few moments to fill out my ''''''. Clicking on the link will load the questions and create a new section on my user talk. Thanks for your consideration. Best, ] (]) 16:03, 2 December 2024 (UTC)

			==Io Saturnalia!==

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			:Thank you, {{u\|Ealdgyth}}, and a Happy New Year to you! ] (]) 00:17, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

			== Season's Greetings ==
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			\|style="vertical-align: middle; border-top: 1px solid gray;" \| Wishing everybody a Happy Holiday Season, and all best wishes for the New Year! The '']'' (1563) by ] is my Wiki-Christmas card to all for this year. ] (]) 17:36, 17 December 2024 (UTC)
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			:Thank your for you beautiful card, as always, {{u\|Johnbod}}; I'm sorry I've been so absent this year and didn't get a chance to reciprocate, and I hope you have a Happy New Year! ] (]) 00:18, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

			==Merry Christmas!==
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			<big>Have a great Christmas, and may 2025 bring you joy, happiness – and no trolls or vandals!</big>
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			<big>Cheers</big>
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			:Thank you, {{u\|SchroCat}}; keep up the good work, and Happy New Year! ] (]) 00:18, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
	:She's right, Sandy; you were ''way'' out of line to suggest alternate wording on a Manual of Style guideline and, later, to point out one editor's inclination to edit war on policy pages. SlimVirgin has never been anything less than perfectly polite and rational when addressing you and, well, pretty much everybody else. I think all of us should take our civility queues from her. If you can't show SlimVirgin the respect that an editor of her stature is due, kindly "stay out of her way." Slim, if she ever acts up again, let me know, and we'll march her straight to ARBCOM or, at least, to ].--] (]) 13:23, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

			== Season's Greetings ==
	::Ha! We can march her anywhere we like, but there's still no prison that she can't escape. ] (]) 16:38, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

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			\|style="vertical-align: middle; border-top: 1px solid gray;" \| <blockquote>When he took up his hat to go, he gave one long look round the library. Then he turned ... (and Saxon took advantage of this to wag his way in and join the party), and said, "It's a rare privilege, the free entry of a book chamber like this. I'm hoping ... that you are not insensible of it." </blockquote>

			(Text on page 17 illustrated in the ] in ]'s ''Mary's Meadow and Other Tales of Fields and Flowers'', illustrated by ], London: G. Bell and Sons, 1915.)
	::::"I'm also concerned that SV's change to this guideline arose out of a content dispute she was having at ]; it's a concern if someone edit wars to alter policy and guideline pages to gain an edge in a content dispute." ] (]) 16:56, 19 February 2008 (UTC)

			]] 04:36, 23 December 2024 (UTC)
	:::That was Threeafterthree going around removing links from multiple articles, citing that guideline. He was even removing links that he thought ''ought'' to be in articles, though they weren't and likely never would be. If you look at the LAYOUT talk page, you'll see the discussion -- not just Keith Mann, but multiple articles going back many months. But you'll also see that the current discussion about changing the guideline was started quite independently by several other users some time later.
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			:Thank you, {{u\|Fowler&fowler}}; I hope you are well and that the New Year is kind to you! ] (]) 00:19, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
	:::Look, you and I are going to end up at the ArbCom over this. I am asking you again to keep your bad-faith assumptions to yourself, stop making personal comments about me, and stop looking for excuses to get another dig in. There comes a point, Sandy, where it will become clear to everyone that it's gratuitous and unjustified. I'm not Zeraeph. <font color="Purple">]</font> <small><sup><font color="Blue">]</font><font color="Green">]</font></sup></small> 22:47, 19 February 2008 (UTC)

	== ] ==		== Happy Holidays ==

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			] (]) is wishing you ]! This greeting (and season) promotes ] and hopefully this note has made your day a little better. Spread the WikiLove by wishing another user ], whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past, a good friend, or just some random person. Happy New Year! <br />
	Thanks for the advice, Sandy. I’ll drop those folks a line. By the way, do tell me if you feel I’m being too harsh/strict/etc. It’s certainly not my intent to cause discord or friction, so I’ll lay off, if needed. As they say, “the road to hell is paved with good intentions” :) ] <sub>]</sub> 16:27, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

			''Spread the cheer by adding {{tls\|Happy holidays}} to their talk page with a friendly message.''
	==Dispatch==
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	Hi Sandy, it didn't look like you had had time to put together a Dispatch yet (although maybe I just didn't see it), so ]. It's not linked at the Signpost yet because I didn't know if this is what you intended (or if you'd actually written one already). ] (]) 16:42, 18 February 2008 (UTC)
	:Thanks, I left discussion at ], but please ping Marskell asap, since he's in a different time zone, and may have already done something on PR. So glad you jumped in! ] (]) 16:45, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

			:It's wonderful to hear from you, {{u\|Spicy}}; I'm sorry I've been so absent, hope you are well, and wish you the Happiest of New Years! ] (]) 00:20, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
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			== Happy Holidays ==
	Pinging you. Also, you suggested someone else who might help out, but I can't find where you told me his name? ] <small><sup>] ]</sup></small> 17:14, 18 February 2008 (UTC)
	:I'll look later today; still getting through my watchlist. The best medical content reviewer I know is {{user\|Colin}}, the epidemiology expert is {{user\|Eubulides}} and another person who reviews medical articles is {{user\|Casliber}}. Did you initiate a peer review where you can invite all of these editors, and notice the peer review at ]? That's the best way to assure a smooth FAC; get complaints/issues out in the open pre-FAC. ] (]) 17:20, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

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	:It was Colin that you had mentioned before. I do not think it's appropriate to peer review it right now. I think it needs some cleanup first. It appears that there have been 4 major editors (myself included) over the past few months, and someone like you can help merge the writing styles. IMHO, it's got some work, but I prefer your help on the front end rather than at the FAC stage, because your editing sets a standard for future edits. However, I know you're like one of the busiest people around here, so if you can't, I understand. ] <small><sup>] ]</sup></small> 18:03, 18 February 2008 (UTC)
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	:: I can help on MoS, citation and MEDMOS issues, but I'm not good at cleaning up prose or content issues; really , a PR is never premature, and is a good way to get everyone involved early on. I'll look in later. ] (]) 18:07, 18 February 2008 (UTC)
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			'''Hello SandyGeorgia, may you be surrounded by peace, success and happiness on this ]. Spread the ] by wishing another user a ] and a ], whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past, a good friend, or just some random person. Sending you heartfelt and warm greetings for Christmas and New Year 2025. <br />Happy editing,'''<br />
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			:Thank you, {{u\|Abishe}}; I hope you have a wonderful 2025 ! ] (]) 00:20, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
	I was away at ] for the weekend. With regards to the archiving of ], no problem!! I could see the way it was going even if I disagreed with most points, and had dealt with the majority of the comments. If I were in your shoes, I would have done the same thing. I have now asked for status updates from the reviewers and will try to find an outside reviewer. I will see where to go from there. Thanks and warm regards. ] (]) 18:28, 18 February 2008 (UTC)
	:We crossed in cyberspace once again. Yes I think guidelines should be codified somewhere. There was some discussion on ] a while ago if my memory serves me correctly. I will try and root it out now. ] (]) 18:30, 18 February 2008 (UTC)
	::The last one that I can find was ]. (I have updated the user talk archive links). The summary of that discussion: the MoS needs fixing. Do you think it would be worth it to open a discussion somewhere? Where would be the best place? Thanks. ] (]) 18:40, 18 February 2008 (UTC)

	== A ~~citation~~ ==		== Hello again ==

			Hello again. Apologies for leaving this random message, especially since I know you are more semi-retired on here, but I just wanted to say that I hope you are doing well and having a great end of the year! I just wanted to send some kind words your way. ] (]) 17:59, 25 December 2024 (UTC)
	Is this a suitable source for a citation on a mobile phone? -- ] (]) 00:02, 19 February 2008 (UTC)

			:Just popping by to echo Aoba47's sentiment. I'm glad to see you're around here and there, and I hope I continue seeing you around. Wishing you and your family all the best for 2025, leaving behind what sounds like it has been a challenging 2024. ] (]) 13:03, 31 December 2024 (UTC)
	== Featured Articles ==
			::Happy New Year, {{u\|Ajpolino}}! I am around as I'm able, but I'm not anticipating that 2025 will be any less challenging than 2024. It is wonderful to hear from you, and when/if I next get a breather, I will send you an email to update you on my absence. All the best, ] (]) 00:23, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
			:{{u\|Aoba47}} it is always so nice to hear from you. This year has been quite rough for me, and your random words of kindness always bring good cheer. I hope the coming year is kind to you! Best regards, ] (]) 00:21, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
			:: Thank you for the kind words. I am sorry to hear that your year has been rough, but I am glad that I am able to help in any small way. Your words do the same for me. I am trying my best to remain optimistic and focused about the future. Just keeping my attention on things that I can control and ideally improve. It is always great to hear from you as well. ] (]) 01:59, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

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	:Oh, my bad. I meant well, but I can be stupid sometimes. Forgive me. ] (]) 02:40, 19 February 2008 (UTC).
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			'''Hello SandyGeorgia, may you be surrounded by peace, success and happiness on this ]. Spread the ] by wishing another user a ] and a ], whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past, a good friend, or just some random person. Sending you heartfelt and warm greetings for Christmas and New Year 2025. <br />Happy editing,'''<br />
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			:Thank you, {{u\|Jo-Jo Eumerus}}; that is such a nice thought! May you have a wonderful 2025! ] (]) 00:24, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
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	]] ] has smiled at you! Smiles promote ] and hopefully this one has made your day better. Spread the WikiLove by smiling at someone else, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past or a good friend. Cheers, and Happy editing! <br /> <small>''Smile at others by adding {{tls\|Smile}} to their talk page with a friendly message.''</small>
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	Hello. ]] ] 03:23, 19 February 2008 (UTC)

	== ~~Fair-use~~ ==		== Greetings of the season ==
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			''<span style="color:crimson;">'''Hello SandyGeorgia:''' Happy new year, and thanks for your work to maintain, improve and expand Misplaced Pages. Cheers, --] (]) 14:18, 1 January 2025 (UTC)</span>''
	Which two are giving you problems. I have a bit of time and will take a look if you want. ] (]) 17:00, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
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	:Theres a question at ] and a problem at ]. I'm pretty sure HMT can't stand as is, but I'm less clear at Wii Sports. I'm also not sure if I should hold up promotion over these, since I really don't speak Fair Use. ] (]) 17:01, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
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	::I think the Wii image should go and have noted that on the FAC. The phantom image is not used in the article at the moment, whilst discussion is ongoing at ]. It has been replaced with another one which is better in my opinion. I would say that the Phantom should not be held because of the image, the discussion is going on in the right place and the article is stable. The Wii one though is different, I would wait for the issue to be resolved. (My opinions of course, but absolutely defer). ] (]) 17:15, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
	:~~::Thanks~~, ~~Woody;~~ ~~that's exactly~~ what I ~~needed~~ to ~~know.~~ ] (]) 17:18, 19 ~~February~~ ~~2008~~ (UTC)		:Thank you, {{u\|Dustfreeworld}} -- what a beautiful card. I'm sorry I've not been able to help anywhere, and hope you have a wonderful 2025. ] (]) 00:24, 4 January 2025 (UTC)
	::::Butting in - causing trouble, am I? I still have reservations about the new image; I don't recall the article mentioning those actors, so the NFCC implications seem even greater. I think that, as in the Wii article, temporary removal while the issue is sorted out would be in everyone's best interest. Just my two cents. ] <sub>]</sub> 17:23, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
	::::: No, not causing trouble at all; we've long needed someone to check images, and I'm glad someone is doing it. ] (]) 17:25, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
	:::::(e/c) Not causing trouble, just being thorough, FACs need that. The actors are mentioned in the first sentence of the section that the image is in. It adds significantly to the article as it illustrates the actors in a decorated role, the longest run in the history of the theatre. It is a scene from the musical that illustrates what it would have looked like. Anyway, this is not the place, WP:FUR is. ] (]) 17:27, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
	::::::As a sidenote, image has now from the Wii Sports article. ] (]) 18:47, 19 February 2008 (UTC)

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	On ], you reverted my edit. Why did you do that? So it's a little more precise, that isn't necessarily a bad thing, is it? — ]] - ] 21:33, 19 February 2008 (UTC)
	:Because ], who is the featured article director, has reverted similar changes in the past; I don't believe he wants the unnecessary precision (I don't care for it either). ] (]) 21:35, 19 February 2008 (UTC)

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		For your decades-long effort to separate the grain from the chaff. Best wishes, ~~ AirshipJungleman29 (talk) 18:50, 17 July 2024 (UTC)

		The Helping Hand Barnstar
		Hi Sandy! I was assigned to the AD article a long while ago with some peers in my class and have been keeping tabs on the article since then. Similar to the previous barnstar (above), I'm honestly a huge fan of your work - you were super helpful back when I was learning the ropes of Misplaced Pages editing and I wanted to come back and say THANK YOU for all that. I hope all is well and that you know all your efforts are appreciated and remembered :) Bharatss-SB (talk) 20:37, 15 August 2024 (UTC)

Thank you so much, AirshipJungleman29 and Bharatss-SB; if has been a rough year and I have been unable to help out as I'd like. I hope you have a Happy New Year! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:10, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

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		The Original Barnstar
		To SandyGeorgia on the occasion of the Minneapolis FA being kept. You put in years of work keeping this article honest. Thank you! -SusanLesch (talk) 17:36, 6 October 2024 (UTC)

That was quite a haul, SusanLesch and I commend you for your tenacity through such difficulty. I'm sorry that issues in real life have made it impossible for me to continue to help. I hope you have a Happy New Year! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:15, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

A g.o.a.t. for you!

When I grow up I want to do edits like you do Sandy, you are the g.o.a.t. in my book.

Oscar_. (talk) 04:11, 13 October 2024 (UTC)

Oscar_. mil gracias por las palabras tan amables, y espero que 2025 te trata bien. Saludos, SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:16, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Request for input

Sandy, I know you're quite busy, but I was wondering if you could spare the time sometime to look over Talk:Landis's Missouri Battery#Revamping. I either slipped a substandard article through FAC in 2020, or my perfectionism is flaring up again. Or maybe a mix of the two. Hog Farm _Talk 03:01, 22 October 2024 (UTC)

A barnstar for you!

		The Barnstar of Diligence
		Went through some of the J. K. Rowling archived discussions from the past few months, out of curiosity. Your diligence in trying to clean up the article, your tireless attempts to keep a civil environment all-around, and most of all your continued efforts to remain impartial and mindful of proper policies and guidelines, impressed me, regardless of whether I agreed or not with your suggested changes. Thanks for your work. LaughingManiac (talk) 23:00, 24 October 2024 (UTC)

Thank you, LaughingManiac and I hope you have a Happy New Year! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:16, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Invitation to provide feedback

Inspired by Worm That Turned's re-RfA where he noted administrators don't get a lot of feedback or suggestions for improvement, I have decided to solicit feedback. I'm reaching out to you as you are currently one of the users I've selected as part of my recall process. I hope you will consider taking a few moments to fill out my feedback form. Clicking on the link will load the questions and create a new section on my user talk. Thanks for your consideration. Best, Barkeep49 (talk) 16:03, 2 December 2024 (UTC)

Io Saturnalia!

		Io, Saturnalia!
		Wishing you and yours a Happy Holiday Season, from the horse and bishop person. May the year ahead be productive and distraction-free. Ealdgyth (talk) 15:25, 17 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you, Ealdgyth, and a Happy New Year to you! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:17, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Season's Greetings

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		Wishing everybody a Happy Holiday Season, and all best wishes for the New Year! The Adoration of the Magi in the Snow (1563) by Pieter Bruegel the Elder is my Wiki-Christmas card to all for this year. Johnbod (talk) 17:36, 17 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank your for you beautiful card, as always, Johnbod; I'm sorry I've been so absent this year and didn't get a chance to reciprocate, and I hope you have a Happy New Year! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:18, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Merry Christmas!

	A very happy Christmas and New Year to you!
	Have a great Christmas, and may 2025 bring you joy, happiness – and no trolls or vandals! Cheers SchroCat (talk) 08:27, 21 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you, SchroCat; keep up the good work, and Happy New Year! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:18, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Season's Greetings

Season's Greetings

When he took up his hat to go, he gave one long look round the library. Then he turned ... (and Saxon took advantage of this to wag his way in and join the party), and said, "It's a rare privilege, the free entry of a book chamber like this. I'm hoping ... that you are not insensible of it."

(Text on page 17 illustrated in the frontispiece in Juliana Horatia Ewing's Mary's Meadow and Other Tales of Fields and Flowers, illustrated by Mary Wheelhouse, London: G. Bell and Sons, 1915.)

Fowler&fowler «Talk» 04:36, 23 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you, Fowler&fowler; I hope you are well and that the New Year is kind to you! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:19, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Happy Holidays

Spicy (talk) is wishing you Happy Holidays! This greeting (and season) promotes WikiLove and hopefully this note has made your day a little better. Spread the WikiLove by wishing another user Happy Holidays, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past, a good friend, or just some random person. Happy New Year!

Spread the cheer by adding {{subst:Happy holidays}} to their talk page with a friendly message.

Spicy (talk) 11:25, 24 December 2024 (UTC)

It's wonderful to hear from you, Spicy; I'm sorry I've been so absent, hope you are well, and wish you the Happiest of New Years! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:20, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Happy Holidays

Merry Christmas and a Prosperous 2025!

Hello SandyGeorgia, may you be surrounded by peace, success and happiness on this seasonal occasion. Spread the WikiLove by wishing another user a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, whether it be someone you have had disagreements with in the past, a good friend, or just some random person. Sending you heartfelt and warm greetings for Christmas and New Year 2025.
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Spread the love by adding {{subst:Seasonal Greetings}} to other user talk pages.

Abishe (talk) 23:46, 24 December 2024 (UTC)

Thank you, Abishe; I hope you have a wonderful 2025 ! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:20, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Hello again

Hello again. Apologies for leaving this random message, especially since I know you are more semi-retired on here, but I just wanted to say that I hope you are doing well and having a great end of the year! I just wanted to send some kind words your way. Aoba47 (talk) 17:59, 25 December 2024 (UTC)

Just popping by to echo Aoba47's sentiment. I'm glad to see you're around here and there, and I hope I continue seeing you around. Wishing you and your family all the best for 2025, leaving behind what sounds like it has been a challenging 2024. Ajpolino (talk) 13:03, 31 December 2024 (UTC)

Happy New Year, Ajpolino! I am around as I'm able, but I'm not anticipating that 2025 will be any less challenging than 2024. It is wonderful to hear from you, and when/if I next get a breather, I will send you an email to update you on my absence. All the best, SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:23, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Aoba47 it is always so nice to hear from you. This year has been quite rough for me, and your random words of kindness always bring good cheer. I hope the coming year is kind to you! Best regards, SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:21, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Thank you for the kind words. I am sorry to hear that your year has been rough, but I am glad that I am able to help in any small way. Your words do the same for me. I am trying my best to remain optimistic and focused about the future. Just keeping my attention on things that I can control and ideally improve. It is always great to hear from you as well. Aoba47 (talk) 01:59, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

Merry Christmas and a Prosperous 2025!

Thank you, Jo-Jo Eumerus; that is such a nice thought! May you have a wonderful 2025! SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:24, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

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Greetings of the season

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Hello SandyGeorgia: Happy new year, and thanks for your work to maintain, improve and expand Misplaced Pages. Cheers, --Dustfreeworld (talk) 14:18, 1 January 2025 (UTC)

Thank you, Dustfreeworld -- what a beautiful card. I'm sorry I've not been able to help anywhere, and hope you have a wonderful 2025. SandyGeorgia (Talk) 00:24, 4 January 2025 (UTC)

RFC Notice

Hello, this notice is for everyone who took part in the 2023 RfC on lists of airline destinations. I have started a new RfC on the subject. If you would like to participate please follow this link: Misplaced Pages talk:What Misplaced Pages is not § RfC on WP:NOT and British Airways destinations. Sunnya343 (talk) 01:22, 8 January 2025 (UTC)