Whispers,
I've decided to not grab the above quote for the sheer fact it's just getting too damned long.
With that, you did NOT see me accuse you of everyone's behavior here. Including the fact that sixbach attached my Europe thread. My point was, how I feel I can't post here without the "attack pack"....as some so fondly call it, coming after me.
It just shows how someone who is normally so neutral (I'll take exception with this thread), can not post comfortably here without worrying about the consequences and actions from the more aggressive posters.
And as I said about the current environment....it's hostile now, and it was hostile then! I don't see how repeating myself here will get thru to you. I laid out the basic psychology for you, darling. You saddled out to make this an uncomfortable environment for most. And it still thrives today. With or without your daily presence.
And I'll even go to the extent to say it's not just us women. Have you noticed many prolific male posters don't come around anymore, either? Or that they stay in certain sections only? I can rattle off at least 3 very active reviewers who never partake in Coed anymore. Ever wonder why?
Oddly enough, I'm not really irritated by any of your opinions here on this board. It's YOUR way to hobby. That's fine, darling. Something I learned a long time ago....
"Don't let anyone take up real estate in your mind, if they aren't paying you rent"
I don't see any of you guys. So, why do I care what you all think? That doesn't bother me at all. It's how it's spread like a virus to many who used to be so likeable. And it's the way many sit in wait to pounce on those who truly are just innocent posters who just want a place to go and feel like they're part of a community with like-minded individuals. Warts and all. This is my entire point.
And I take extreme exception to the fact that you are accusing me of having access to boards I'm not a part of. (mens locker, etc). On more than one occassion you have sat on this board, right here, and boasted about spending the night with a stripper for 300 bucks and got dinner, overnight, etc...and how that is what you expect. As I told you, I do read your posts. (and obviously I need to make this clearer....I read the posts I have access to)
You and I have been having quite a civil debate here. I don't appreciate the below-the-belt insinuation trying to deflect from the issue at hand.
I'm a firm believer in NOT biting the hand that feeds you. Not once have you heard me disrespect the owners/moderators for allowing what goes on here. I have NEVER even received a verbal warning or infraction for breaking any rules here. I respect the rules here and every other board I'm a member of. That's a common courtesy. I am very much aware of the fact that being a member here is a priviledge....not a right. I surely would never take that for granted.
I do appreciate all the support I have been given here and in private regarding this matter. To know there are others who feel the same, makes the time/energy I have spent on this matter more than worthwhile.
As I said from the beginning. I don't expect my opinions to change anything. I just felt the need to finally speak up about what I feel is truly going on here. Many agree...and that's fine. And many disagree....and that's fine too. It would be a mighty boring place if we all thought the same.
With that....It's time for me to graciously bow out of this conversation. I have an obligation that will keep me quite occupied for the next 24 hours. And I'm sure he wouldn't appreciate me being here
And then a plane to catch to get me back home.
Just remember....a little bit of kindness and compassion goes a long way.
Alisha...xoxo