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2023

Happy New Year, Boing! said Zebedee!

Happy New Year!

Boing! said Zebedee,
Have a prosperous, productive and enjoyable New Year, and thanks for your contributions to Wikipedia.
— Moops ^⋠T⋡ 05:13, 2 January 2023 (UTC)

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— Moops ^⋠T⋡ 05:13, 2 January 2023 (UTC)

Suggestion

Hello, Boing! said Zebedee. You might be interested in endorsing an essay in which creation I participated – WP:NOCONFED. Of course, this is just a suggestion, nothing more. Cheers! — Sundostund mppria ^{(talk / contribs)} 23:00, 24 January 2023 (UTC)

A barnstar for you!

	The Anti-Vandalism Barnstar
	Someone deled my edit, but you brought it back. Thank you! CoolberryWiki (talk) 03:25, 2 March 2023 (UTC)

Your edit was deleted because it violated the Manual of Style. Someone who's wrong on the internet (talk) 07:41, 4 March 2023 (UTC)

ANI close

Hi Boing! said Zebedee, just wanted to advise you to, in the future, ask me before undoing a close as you did in the ANI thread. I don't think there was such a rush to carry out that action and I would have done it myself had you asked me at my talk page, as I agree with your reasoning (I actually though about leaving a message at the original closing, saying it could be undone if new evidence showed up). Thanks, Isabelle Belato ^🏳‍🌈 15:24, 2 April 2023 (UTC)

Apologies, I didn't think it would be controversial and really didn't think you'd mind (and I never object to others reversing my actions in similar situations). But I'll be sure to check with you should anything similar happen in future. Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 15:31, 2 April 2023 (UTC)

I don't think it was controversial and, as I said, I agree with you. I'm just a bit upset still about the whole Vector22 long-winded close review and having a close undone without the chance to undo it myself didn't help. Thanks for being so understanding. Isabelle Belato ^🏳‍🌈 15:47, 2 April 2023 (UTC)

You're definitely a lot braver than I'd have been, closing the Vector22 thing (with, I think, a very well thought out and presented close explanation) ;-) Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 15:53, 2 April 2023 (UTC)

You know, I wouldn't even have thought of V22 thing, Isabelle. Thanks for explaining. Valereee (talk) 16:01, 2 April 2023 (UTC)

Y'know, my phone goes to Vector22, and may it's not so bad after all. -- Deepfriedokra (talk) 18:11, 2 April 2023 (UTC)

I'd probably be using it except for a script that doesn't work there. Valereee (talk) 18:25, 2 April 2023 (UTC)

Procedural notification

Hi, I and others have proposed additional options at Wikipedia:Village_pump_(policy)#RfC_on_a_procedural_community_desysop. You may wish to review your position in that RfC. TonyBallioni (talk) 02:28, 20 April 2023 (UTC)

Scottywong case opened

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Heads up

I'm not sure if you'll immediately remember who I was, but I was the one who reported Boaxy for his behavior years ago that you intervened in, ultimately resulting in his indefinite block, during which I learned about his other prior blocks and socks. I regret to inform you that the aforementioned user has returned using another sock account, Bronoton (which he had created shortly after his previous sock was caught), and he has apparently resumed his behavior that got him blocked in the first place. I have opened a new investigation into this, but so far, no action has been taken. Loyalmoonie (talk) 21:34, 14 June 2023 (UTC)

Hi, thanks for spotting that, but I've retired from admin now and I can't do anything about blocking socks. I'm sure someone will attend to the report. Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 08:42, 15 June 2023 (UTC)

I see. My apologies. Loyalmoonie (talk) 18:30, 15 June 2023 (UTC)

June music

Thank you for being around, with good comments! - For the first time, you can listen to a concert with me in the (four) choirs on YouTube, - on my talk, look for "listen" if interested. - Today's story is taken from a 2011 DYK, talking about brotherhood (which includes sisters), - the piece in question, beginning with a psalm quotation, was first performed 300 years ago OTD. -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 15:10, 6 June 2023 (UTC)

Jörg Widmann is 50 today, and I began Stockholm pics. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 14:54, 19 June 2023 (UTC)

Your mail

I don't mind your mail, but confirming or denying guesses as to how an exploit works are generally better left unanswered. Either you're right and you'd know where to look if I confirm it, or you're wrong and could cross one possibility off the list if I deny it. — Alexis Jazz (talk or ping me) 19:49, 23 October 2023 (UTC)

@Alexis Jazz: Yes, that's a good point, and well taken. I do think there's a fundamental structural problem here, but I won't say any more in public. Hopefully the techie folk can come up with a solution. Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 20:07, 23 October 2023 (UTC)

File

Hello, Please! what is the different bitween In the picture and image ?. thank you | ---S-B-R^{(Message Here!)} 09:36, 30 July 2023 (UTC)

Hi, there's no difference, I just mean its obviously an image, because we can see it. So we don't need to label it to say it's a picture or an image. Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 10:30, 30 July 2023 (UTC)

Subject: Seeking Assistance to Restore Neutrality on Wikipedia Article

Dear @Boing! said Zebedee

I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to seek your valuable assistance with an important matter concerning a Wikipedia article.

The article in question has been facing challenges related to neutrality and accuracy. As someone experienced in Wikipedia editing, I believe your expertise could be instrumental in restoring the article's balance and ensuring that it reflects an unbiased representation of the subject matter.

I have compiled relevant and credible information, along with reliable sources, in the talk section of the article. I have taken care to adhere to Wikipedia's guidelines and policies during this process.

With your support, we can collaborate effectively to address the issues and improve the overall quality of the article.

Page Name: Dadvan Yousuf 94.16.115.238 (talk) 09:09, 31 July 2023 (UTC)

Hi. I know nothing about the subject, and don't have any particular interest in Dadvan Yousuf - all I did was make a few cosmetic edits. Sorry I can't be of more help. I suggest you continue with the talk page process, and seek consensus for the changes you want to make. Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 10:01, 31 July 2023 (UTC)

(talk page watcher) Dear IP, you'll have a better chance of being taken seriously if you use your own words and write in a human way. ChatGPT and other chatbots in business letter mode are not welcome here. We only like to talk to actual people. Bishonen | tålk 10:57, 31 July 2023 (UTC).

July music

My flowers of resilience. - Great music (in June, I'm behind: three great RMF concerts)! - Last Saturday, a friend played for us at her birthday party, on four instruments including baryton, with family (granddaughters!) and colleagues, from Renaissance to Haydn. - My story today is very personal: the DYK appeared on Wikipedia's 15th birthday, and describes a concert I sang. I was requested to translate the bio into German for a memorial concert ... - see background, and we talked about life and death. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 16:12, 12 July 2023 (UTC)

On today's Main page, you can find a cantata that Bach first performed 300 years ago, and an iconic saxophonist from East Germany. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 20:54, 18 July 2023 (UTC)

That's inspiring Gerda, thanks - I shall listen to it today. Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 05:25, 19 July 2023 (UTC)

Thank you! - While today's DYK highlights Santiago on his day, I did my modest share with my story today, describing what I just experienced, pictured. I began the article of the woman in green. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 15:10, 25 July 2023 (UTC)

Today I remember Jahrhundertring (written in defiance in 2013), and I'm listening to Götterdämmerung from the Bayreuth Festival, close to the scene pictured, - the image (of a woman who can't believe what she has to see) features also on the article talk. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 18:58, 31 July 2023 (UTC)

NH debate

Did you mean to remove NH’s unblock text when you moved a !vote to the right section? Asking for information only! :-) — Trey Maturin™ 08:00, 25 August 2023 (UTC)

Eek, no idea what happened there! But it was early, pre-caffeine ;-) Anyway, thanks, I've fixed it up now. Boing! said Zebedee (talk) 08:04, 25 August 2023 (UTC)

August music

My story today - a first - isn't about an article by me, but one I reviewed for DYK, see here. I like all: topic, "hook", connected article (a GA on its way towards FA), image and the music "in the background". I just returned from a weekend with two weddings, so also like the spirit ;) - Pics to come, I promise one cake, the other was too large! Good music, and better even in the concert ending the second day, - Goldberg Variations theme for an encore, after Dohnányi Serenade! -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 21:47, 7 August 2023 (UTC)

Again not by me: today's story - with the triumph of music over military - is uplifting! --Gerda Arendt (talk) 20:22, 9 August 2023 (UTC)

Now: picture of heart-shaped cake(s) uploaded! - Today's story is about a tenor, - why his roles are not linked on the Main page remains a mystery to me. Today is also the birthday of the Bayreuth Festival. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 21:33, 13 August 2023 (UTC)

Today is Debussy's birthday. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 15:39, 22 August 2023 (UTC)

Today is Gwendolyn Killebrew's birthday, - pictured: a spider and sweet food --Gerda Arendt (talk) 20:16, 26 August 2023 (UTC)

September music

September songs
my story today

Our festival's last concert was most moving and inspiring, - also the story of Walter Arlen, - today I'm proud that I survived the decision in WP:ARBINFOBOX for 10 years, standing and singing -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 21:28, 11 September 2023 (UTC)

Today's story is about a great pianist with an unusual career, taking off when he was 50. It's the wedding anniversary of Clara and Robert Schumann, but I was too late with our gift. Just for fun: when do you think did Mrs. and Mr. Schumann get their infoboxes, and by whom? (The answer can be found here, but please think first.) --Gerda Arendt (talk) 13:35, 12 September 2023 (UTC)

Today I remember Raymond Arritt, who still helps me, five years after he died, per what he said in my darkest time on Wikipedia (placed in my edit-notice as a reminder), and by teh rulez. - Latest pics from a weekend in Berlin (one more day to come). --Gerda Arendt (talk) 16:18, 19 September 2023 (UTC)

October music

October songs
my story today

October music remembers the German Thanksgiving. Towards the end of the month, I thought of Brian Bouldton, and his ways to compromise, - with musings about peace there, - feel free to join. Hevenu shalom aleichem. Today is Reformation Day, and I believe that reformation is a work in progress. -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 15:34, 31 October 2023 (UTC)

November music

November songs
story · music

... from England, - my story today is Canticle I: My beloved is mine and I am his, - the composer, born OTD 110 years ago, didn't want it shorter (but the publisher), more here. I'm back to a good tradition: a Britten composition on his birthday. - Vacation pics if you click on songs. --Gerda Arendt (talk) 16:58, 22 November 2023 (UTC)

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December greetings

December: story · music · places

Today, I have a special story to tell, of the works of a musician born 300 years ago. - I wish you a good festive season and a peaceful New Year! -- Gerda Arendt (talk) 15:09, 22 December 2023 (UTC)

Happy Holidays

Hello Boing! said Zebedee: Enjoy the holiday season and winter solstice if it's occurring in your area of the world, and thanks for your work to maintain, improve and expand Wikipedia. Cheers, ★Trekker (talk) 13:28, 24 December 2023 (UTC)

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Season's greetings

Hello Boing! said Zebedee: Enjoy the holiday season and winter solstice if it's occurring in your area of the world, and thanks for your work to maintain, improve and expand Wikipedia. Cheers, CAPTAIN RAJU^(T) 22:40, 28 December 2023 (UTC)

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