Newbie question--rating posts & reputation?

[Kirk M]

I understand about rating threads but I noticed one of my posts was commented on and "rated" under the "Latest reputation received" section of my CP. I'm wondering how this was done and will I be able to do that eventually.

Or am I overlooking a button or something? :)

[ses5909]

It's called reputation (http://www.theblogexperiment.com/blog-forum/showthread.php?t=249)

The idea is you give it to someone when they start a great thread, or give a great reply for example. Or if you see someone always helping people out, you can give them reputation. It's a nice way to say thanks and also receive it!

[Kirk M]

Thanks...I get it! I missed a "button" after all.

[ses5909]

anytime :)

[Kirk M]

Okay, one more newbie question then I have to get lunch and get started on a post. When will I be able to upload my own photo for an Avatar?

Just wondering.

[ses5909]

You can do it now. You needed 20 posts and you've got more than that now :)

[Kirk M]

Sheesh, no wonder I'm so tired. :)

Thanks! I'm thoroughly enjoying myself.

Lunch...

[samwoodfin]

Ah! Marvin! Love the new avvie, Kirk!

[doorlight]

How will I know if I get a reputation? Or i haven't received any reputation yet so that's why I don't know what it's like. :p

[samwoodfin]

Click on "User CP", doorlight. Any rep you've gotten will show up, there.