Hi Kelly -
try this link - it explains the 'rules' about tickers.
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/anno...questions.html
what's really going on here is that we have had problems with spammers, and, while it might not seem possible, the sad fact is that allowing people to have tickers right off the bat actually makes getting rid of spammers more difficult [i don't pretend to understand it!].
so, be patient. it's not a weird psychology test or anything. it's about protecting the forum and our members.
glad you're here with us!