User:SilkTork

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Wiki editing Wikipedia is wonderful. I started here in January 2006 and soon got hooked. And I haven't destroyed the place yet - it's still here every time I wake up, no matter what I do to it! My Wiki-editing approach is that Wikipedia is like a house being built by the community, and I'm putting my brick in the wall as I pass on by - though sometimes I will linger and lay a whole line of bricks. I think of myself primarily as an editor, though I do get involved in the back-stage maintenance stuff like writing guidelines, closing AfDs and other discussions, helping out in dispute resolution, !voting in RfA, reviewing Good Articles, archiving talkpages, etc, and sometimes I may do more maintenance than actual editing, though each action has its own value in building the project. I became an Admin in November 2008,^[1], part of the Volunteer Response Team in October 2011,^[2] and a member of the Arbitration Committee in December 2011.^[3] I have CheckUser and Oversight permissions as part of my role on the Arbitration Committee. I enjoy giving and receiving awards. Even if the giving and receiving of awards may be fairly random at times, the support and praise of fellow Wikipedians is important. Give someone an award today! These are the random stars I have been given. I am a supporter of the Good Article process, and have reviewed 144 articles, contributed significantly to 18, and nominated 11. I have also written 8 DYK articles, helped in getting Tiananmen Square self-immolation incident to FA status, and took Covent Garden to Good Article then FA status.
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Personal details

Ripped bare and fuzzy

Phocea in the back garden

Running the Top Gear Test Track during a snowstorm April 2008

A kiss in Cassis after the Marseille-Cassis half-marathon October 2008

SilkTork is a name I have used for my internet activity since the 1990s. My real name is Steve Pereira. I live in Rochester, Kent, UK. with my French wife Christelle. We had a baby daughter in March 2009, whom we named Phocea. I have five children from three marriages and I have seven grandchildren.

I'm a writer, teacher and examiner, but gave up teaching a few years ago; primarily at the moment I am a house-husband and writer. I have had a varied career in which I have been dustman, welder, shop manager, wine salesman, businessman, publisher, gardener, teacher, poet, kitchen designer, examiner, reviewer, writer, warehouseman, editor of poetry magazines including "Angel Exhaust" and "Responses", and editor of an international travel magazine ("Eutopia"). One of my hobbies is running, and I completed the Paris Marathon, the Beachy Head Marathon and Prague Marathon in just over 6 hours - and in October 2007 I did the Amsterdam Marathon in 5 hours 46 minutes.^[4] I had a bad time at the Hastings 100 Anniversary Marathon in December 2008 - it was tough, it was cold, and my knees gave out. I was doubtful if I would do another marathon; however, I did three marathons in 2011: the London Marathon, Beachy Head (again) and the Nice-Cannes Marathon - and among plenty of half marathons (my favourite distance), I did the Great North Run in Newcastle. I've been a bit lazy (and busy elsewhere) this year, and only managed a handful of runs, one of which was the Great South Run in Portsmouth. Due to inadequate training I was unable to complete the 30K North Downs Run in June - only the second time ever that I pulled out of a run - though it is known as "The toughest race in the South East".

My interests are varied and constantly changing, but include: films, especially those of Tarkovsky, David Lean, Kubrick and Kurosawa; popular music from the 1950s onwards; literature of all times and countries; playing chess badly; human rights; the history of roads and places; and researching and reading up on whatever grabs my attention this month!

This is me at Weeley Festival in 1971. I'm the one standing on the left.

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RfC on whether preemptive semi-protection of an editor's own user pages should be applied upon request
RfC on the implementation of a new platform linking to libraries
RfC on whether to implement pending changes protection level 2
RfC on images in "Today's Featured Article" on the main page
Petition to the WMF on handling of interface changes
RfC on the Main Page's design, content, and purpose
RfC on the return of the orange talk page notification banner (removed as of April 30).
Should plays list awards or only the most prestigious awards?
Should English Wikipedia conduct a readership survey?
RfC on adding expiry options to watchlisted pages.
RfC on WP:MOS-AM, possible change to article content guideline.
RfC on WP:DIPLOMAT, possible change to biography notability guideline.
RfC on the use of the account creator flag for purposes other than account creation.
RfC about the new speedy deletion criterion G13's scope.
A proposal to merge WP:AFD, WP:PM, and WP:ATD-R into a single Articles for discussion process.
RfC about whether the authors of copyrighted images should be credited in a footnote in the article where the image is used.

Note: inactive discussions, closed or not, should be archived.

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Race and politics

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Argentine History

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Tea Party movement

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Sexology

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Request for clarification: TimidGuy ban appeal

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29 Apr 2013

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I, GraemeL, hereby award you The Exceptional Newcomer Award for your work on beer related articles. Hic! 24 January 2006 (UTC) (KC)

For Good Works on Beer Cats
Presented by Syrthiss

		The Minor Barnstar
		For showing me how to add reference boxes RobHoitt 15:42, 13 August 2007 (UTC)

		The Original Barnstar
		Thank you for your help with Star Tribune, and unrelated style issues in New York Times and Time. Susanlesch (talk) 14:53, 14 December 2007 (UTC)

		The Original Barnstar
		I present this barnstar to you in recognition of your work in cleaning up I Am Legend. CyberGhostface (talk) 23:20, 26 December 2007 (UTC)

		The Barnstar of Peace
		Awarded to SilkTork for patience, perseverance and focus in helping bring the Karyn Kupcinet article into shape. May you never be haunted by the name James Ellroy. Thanks so much!! Wildhartlivie (talk) 07:21, 7 January 2008 (UTC)

		Zen Garden Award for Infinite Patience
		I present this Zen Award to SilkTork for somehow finding sanity in an insane situation and for being incredibly understanding even when I couldn't see the forest for the trees. Thanks so much for your help. Pinkadelica (talk) 12:33, 7 January 2008 (UTC)

		The Outlaw Halo Award
		Since there is apparently no "barnstar of uncommon impartiality", I present you this Outlaw Halo instead. It beats the Special Barnstar any day. Thanks for setting such a good example for others. Zahnrad (talk) 00:49, 2 February 2008 (UTC) (about the award)

		All Around Amazing Barnstar
		For your hard work in protecting Alan Cabal and freedom of speech Smith Jones (talk) 20:33, 26 June 2008 (UTC)

		The Anti-Flame Barnstar
		Despite my disappointment with the outcome, you handled the "Is the EU a country" (List of GDP by country) debate in a mature and calm manner. Therefore you deserve this award. THE FOUNDERS INTENT ^PRAISE 12:01, 8 July 2008 (UTC)

		Random Acts of Kindness Barnstar
		I appreciated your encouragement and efforts on my behalf in a minor but contentious dispute in June 2008 with User: Rollosmokes. This user has been indefinitely blocked and, as of this week, has vowed to leave Wikipedia. This is sad to see, but your assurances that common sense, civility, and consensus eventually prevail have been uplifting. Cheers, Nick Lantana11 (talk) 21:25, 22 July 2008 (UTC)

		The Barnstar of Good Humor
		For the hilarous rfa message from you! Bring out the weather girls! Andy (talk) 18:04, 2 December 2008 (UTC)

		The Barnstar of Peace
		For the amazing amount of work you put into developing the foundations of a passionately debated article that meets community standards. And for showing an amazing amount of patience, professionalism and courtesy to all sides of the discussions SiIIyLiIIyPiIIy (talk) 08:00, 21 May 2009 (UTC)

		The Editor's Barnstar
		For a hard working editor and in recognition of his work and enthusiasm in significantly improving articles on Wikipedia. Tbo ¹⁵⁷(talk) 16:48, 29 August 2009 (UTC)

		The Surreal Barnstar
		Your assistance in guiding Tiananmen Square self-immolation incident through WP:NPOV to Featured Article status is much appreciated. Ohconfucius (talk) 09:19, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

		The Original Barnstar
		I feel like several of Mattisse's mentors are really working hard, and trying to make the best of a difficult situation. You're one of these. I just wanted to drop you this note to let you know that your work is appreciated. Unit Anode 14:12, 14 October 2009 (UTC)

	The Working Man's Barnstar
	For all your hard work getting Milford Haven to GA status. Pondle (talk) 23:10, 10 February 2010 (UTC)

		The Random Acts of Kindness Barnstar
		The Random Acts of Kindness Barnstar may be awarded to those that show a pattern of going the extra mile to be nice, without being asked. This barnstar is awarded to SilkTork, for his dedication to compromise and his ability to work with other editors to come up with amicable solutions which satisfies everyone. Thank you for your valiant efforts to the project. We desperately need more editors like you. :) Okip 00:11, 8 March 2010 (UTC)

On behalf of Wikiproject Good Articles, I would like to express our gratitude to you for your contributions to the Sweeps process. Completion of this monstrous task has proven to be a significant accomplishment not only for our project, but for Wikipedia. As a token of our sincere appreciation, please accept this ribbon. Lara01:14, 28 March 2010 (UTC)]]

		The Admin's Barnstar
		The Admin's Barnstar may be awarded to administrators who made a particularly difficult decision. Thank you for making those tough decisions. Okip 13:57, 1 June 2010 (UTC)

		The Rock music Barnstar
		I just had the pleasure of reading Chuck Berry, the article looks great and reads even better. You deserve this for your effort in getting it to Good Article status. J04n(talk page) 18:45, 9 June 2010 (UTC)

This flying Wikipedia world comes to you for your all contributions. Thank you, teşekkürler, merci, grazie, gracias, hvala, köszi, paldies...—CnkALTDS 03:42, 17 August 2010 (UTC)

		Keeper of the Roll Award
		The Keeper of the Roll Award (honorary class) is awarded to User:SilkTork for noble contributions to the Service Awards Scheme. Mootros (talk) 01:45, 18 August 2010 (UTC)

		Silk Purse Award
		I am both pleased and honored to present you with the Silk Purse Award in appreciation for your improvements to the Blooded (film) article, helping to change what was seen as a sow's ear into a terrific silk purse. Schmidt, ^{MICHAEL Q.} 18:21, 25 March 2011 (UTC)

Your majesty, it gives me great pleasure to bestow these Triple crown upon SilkTork for your contributions in the areas of WP:DYK, WP:GA, and WP:FC. Thank you for all your contributions to the project! – SMasters (talk) 13:36, 19 June 2011 (UTC)

	The Teamwork Barnstar
	Thanks for your work on improving Aqualung (Jethro Tull album). GRAPPLE X 17:36, 7 October 2011 (UTC)

		The Admin's Barnstar
		Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Jenna Rose (3rd nomination) Eloqently reasoned. Schmidt, ^{MICHAEL Q.} 01:15, 19 October 2011 (UTC)

	The Teamwork Barnstar
	Thanks for the help getting Margaret Sanger to GA status. Noleander (talk) 14:38, 19 October 2011 (UTC)

		The Barnstar of Peace
		I hereby award this Barnstar of Peace to SilkTork, for his neutrally jugements, and his special attention to dispute resolution here Talk:Iranian Azerbaijanis.Your efforts are greatly appreciated,as a positive force in the Wiki community. Thanks. --Orartu (talk) 12:50, 7 November 2011 (UTC)

	The Admin's Barnstar
	Thanks for your thoughtful closing of the RFC about music album notability. WhatamIdoing (talk) 18:36, 12 November 2011 (UTC)

	The Special Barnstar
	For your efforts on Otis Redding (including the cut-and-page move) and its GAN, I hereby award you this barnstar. You deserve it! ♫GoP♫_T^C_N 11:47, 16 November 2011 (UTC)

Thanks for taking the time to close the merge proposal at Saint Thomas Christians. It is much appreciated! — Mr. Stradivarius ^♫ 10:23, 9 December 2011 (UTC)

	The Original Barnstar
	Nice to see someone breaking the group-think impression that ArbCom might otherwise give. Too bad your proposal has been unanimously rejected by your peer Arbs. ASCIIn2Bme (talk) 11:38, 9 January 2012 (UTC)

		The Barnstar of Integrity
		awarded to SilkTork who have shown to be a person of integrity and honor, a stand-up guy, loyal, honest and trustworthy. Thank you. Poeticbent talk 19:15, 5 March 2012 (UTC)

		The Instructor's Barnstar
		For the invaluable addition to the Parser article of the Lookahead section. It helped me greatly in understanding the LL and LR parsers and parsing in general. Nxavar (talk) 19:04, 25 May 2012 (UTC)

	The Barnstar of Diplomacy
	Even though I suppose the situation hasn't been fully resolved yet, I really appreciate your patience and willingness to help, and I wanted to award this barnstar for what's been accomplished thus far with your help, which, I feel, is a bunch, and deserves to be recognized. Thank you! Prayerfortheworld (talk) 06:56, 11 October 2012 (UTC)

		The Original Barnstar
		I don't agree with everything you've ever said or done on ArbCom, but I think you're not only an extremely honest person, but brave in the forthright defense of your beliefs and reasonable in showing a willingness to amend them when a developing situation dictates. Thank you for your excellent work on behalf of Wikipedia in an extremely thankless position. Carrite (talk) 02:40, 25 October 2012 (UTC)

	The Barnstar of Diplomacy
	On this I was happy to see your vote. Not because you voted for Elen (in the sense that you supported her CU rights staying for the time being) but because, IMO, you voted for what the motion was about. I realize some people may disagree with my opinion, but even so, I think that what you did was the right thing to do. Kangaroopowah 02:28, 4 December 2012 (UTC)

	The Editor's Barnstar
	For your amazing restructuring and copy-editing of the A1 road in London. An example to all, demonstrating how to get the job done properly.‎‎ – – Gareth Griffith-Jones/The Welsh Buzzard 08:37, 9 December 2012 (UTC)

	The Special Barnstar
	You did a great job in the dispute resolution on Malayalam Cinema page. Thanks for your patience, perseverance and rational attitude. The moderated discussion initiated by you turned out to be fruitful. And here is my appreciation in the form of a colourful barnstar :-) Aarem ^(Talk) 02:53, 17 April 2013 (UTC)

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RfC on whether preemptive semi-protection of an editor's own user pages should be applied upon request RfC on the implementation of a new platform linking to libraries RfC on whether to implement pending changes protection level 2 RfC on images in "Today's Featured Article" on the main page Petition to the WMF on handling of interface changes RfC on the Main Page's design, content, and purpose RfC on the return of the orange talk page notification banner (removed as of April 30). Should plays list awards or only the most prestigious awards? Should English Wikipedia conduct a readership survey? RfC on adding expiry options to watchlisted pages. RfC on WP:MOS-AM, possible change to article content guideline. RfC on WP:DIPLOMAT, possible change to biography notability guideline. RfC on the use of the account creator flag for purposes other than account creation. RfC about the new speedy deletion criterion G13's scope. A proposal to merge WP:AFD, WP:PM, and WP:ATD-R into a single Articles for discussion process. RfC about whether the authors of copyrighted images should be credited in a footnote in the article where the image is used. Note: inactive discussions, closed or not, should be archived.
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