Lurker (and no0bs and infrequent posters) check in thread.

[Toqueme]

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[lennythelion]

Not so new but too rude to introduce myself so far

Hi everybody.

=> hello Quoll and everyone

So what do you think of the place?

=> what place would that be exactly? Lit? HT forum? HT Café? I have to say that I like the peeps in the HT bit a lot more than over on GB (scary)

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom?

=> I have actually posted on a few threads about porn and hysterectomies, and I'm generally known for having an opinion and liking to share it, so no doubt you'll be seeing more of me

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely?

=> mostly don't have much to add to the wisdom already espoused by other posters

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

=> B. It's nice to be tickled and coaxed sometimes

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately?

=> the ones on porn and vocal men

Entertaining in what way?

=> I like the diversity of opinion and the amusing way it's expressed

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick?

=> but you have the courage of your convictions and that has to command a certain respect :-D

Do you already think I'm a dick?

=> no, I think you're rather sweet

Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)?

Perhaps a nice mural?

What sort of mural?

=> I see lots of people made it a whole lot brighter by changing their font colours. I wish I knew how to do that... :-(

Laters.

 

[Quoll]

I haven't forgotten this thread, just been a very Blah and busy week, hopefully I'll have more time to reply in the next few days so keep those cards and letters coming.

 

[StrayKat]

So, that's a no then?

No, its a maybe.

Men...

 

[glynndah]

=> I see lots of people made it a whole lot brighter by changing their font colours. I wish I knew how to do that... :-(

Laters.

When you hit "reply", there's a darker blue box on the screen. The top line of that box has a A with a line under it. Right click that A and colors appear. Highlight what you'd like to change and choose your color.

A from the good little witch.

 

[lennythelion]

When you hit "reply", there's a darker blue box on the screen. The top line of that box has a A with a line under it. Right click that A and colors appear. Highlight what you'd like to change and choose your color.

A from the good little witch.

Thankyou Glynndah. :-D :-* Unfortunately, I don't have that box. But I notice my HTML is off. I don't know why or how to turn it back on, but I suspect that may be the problem.

 

[Quoll]

Sooo... it seems that most lurkers choose to remain lurking whilst the not-so-lurkers answer the questions. These "intro" threads are normally pretty pointless to me, but I'll try and voice the opinions of a true lurker because this one at least bothered to try and encourage something more than "hi! i'm new!" .

What do I think of the place? I don't know, it's big, I think it took me a while to grasp quite how large this community is. The personalities are... varied. The size isn't something that puts me off posting particularly though, I tend to say nothing on any forum unless I feel I have something worthwhile to contribute. So if the topic is interesting and I think something hasn't been said that should have been then maybe I'll interject, otherwise I tend to just keep my mouth shut.

The most entertaining* threads on any of the boards I'll have to be honest have to be those involving lengthy detailed arguments between what I assume to be complete nutjobs and the sane, they're fascinating. Generally I enjoy reading the ramblings of that special kind of crazy that only the internet can nurture - guilty pleasure.

Lastly, I have formed no opinion of you Quoll, and despite your concerns about coming across as a dick, at least you don't one as your avatar! I'm up for a mural involving boobies....

*not necessarily the most interesting.

Yep it's very big (the place), glad you found a reason to post here Alias.
I'm guessing by your comment on entertaining you've spent a bit of time lurking on the GB, it is indeed a special place.
Anything involving boobies has got to be good.

 

[Quoll]

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Hi everybody. Hi Quoll
Hi Amber.
So what do you think of the place? I keep coming back, but I'm conflicted.

How so?
Guilty about spending time here?

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom? Probably not, but very sweet of you to offer.

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely? I tend to go through phases where I will either rabidly watch porn (tube 8, *********, kink.com, etc.) or have little to no sex drive. Then there are times when I feel like I need some interaction with other humans who appreciate the kinkier side of sex. Except I mostly just read and don't actually interact with anyone. Besides that I work overtime every week and have very little time to spend at the computer anymore, especially with the holidays coming up.

That's one of the things I do like about this place, the ability to discuss prety much all aspects of sex without having to lower your voice or look over your shoulder.
I often imagine a group of litsters out for coffee and having an animated conversation about the various attributes of the many types of lube available for anal play. At the tables all around them there is silence and mouths agog.

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased. A little I guess. I mean, I'm responding, right?


C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately? I just happened on the "Raw anal sex" thread today. I found it very entertaining! (BDSM forum I think)

Entertaining in what way? Umm....I like raw anal sex. I was really turned on by what I read so far.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick? Actually I would think it was to be expected. You did address this to lurkers and infrequent posters after all.

Good point.

Do you already think I'm a dick? You don't seem like a dick, but we've only just met. So far I would say you are very intelligent and caring, with a good sense of humor.

Thanks.

Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)? Hmm. I don't exactly come here for the decor if you know what I mean

Got it, enough chitchat, let's get to the porn.

Perhaps a nice mural?

What sort of mural?

 

[Quoll]

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Hi everybody.
Hi Quoll!

Hi Touch.

So what do you think of the place?
I think I like it here. It's nice to see others more/just as sick as I am.

One persons sick is another's ecstasy. (Not literally, well not for me anyway).

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom?

You just did
Awww.

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely?

Mostly time. I don't get much of it free.

Oh well, idle hands and all that, perhaps it's for the best.

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.



C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately?
I like when people start taking themselves way too seriously. It usually is hilarious.

GB?

I like HT threads- never know when I'll pick up a new trick or two...

Yep, just when you thought you had heard it all...

Entertaining in what way?

Um, it's funny stuff.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick?
Oh, but I like dicks.
Do you already think I'm a dick?
No, but, again, I like 'em.



Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)?
I'm around for more than the looks of the place.
Perhaps a nice mural?
Sure. Why not?
What sort of mural?
Maybe some trompe l'oeil?

Now that could work, something you feel you could almost walk into, the mind boggles.

 

[Quoll]

I'm a big time lurker. Mostly because my philosophy is that it is better to be silent and thought a fool than to be vocal and prove it.

I also get annoyed by folks who mouth off on a board in ways they wouldn't have the stones to do face to face.

That said, I also lurk if I don't have anytthing positive to contribute, but that's just me.

Four posts since Oct '06, I'd say you're a man of your convictions.
Welcome (belatedly).

 

[Quoll]

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Hi everybody.

=> hello Quoll and everyone

G'day Lenny.

So what do you think of the place?

=> what place would that be exactly? Lit? HT forum? HT Café? I have to say that I like the peeps in the HT bit a lot more than over on GB (scary)

Good point, one that I probably should have made clearer judging by some of the replies.
I was, in this instance referring to the HT and Cafe rather than Lit in general, a point I didn't make very clear, due to perhaps differences between newer members and more established ones.
People that have been here for awhile probably have a particular board that they define as their home board (although that can change over the years), whereas the newer people are still exploring and trying to find the the one that best suits their needs.

It was a bit parochial of me to assume that really so I welcome opinions about all the areas of lit.


Yeah, the GB was real scary when I first came here, but after lurking quite a bit over the years i find it less scary and more amusing and quite sad at times. The trick is to say what you want to say and answer only what you want, don't be lured into pointless arguments.

Once people realise there are little or no recriminations they get the courage to be the arseholes they never could be in public (It can be fun at times).

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom?

=> I have actually posted on a few threads about porn and hysterectomies, and I'm generally known for having an opinion and liking to share it, so no doubt you'll be seeing more of me



What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely?

=> mostly don't have much to add to the wisdom already espoused by other posters

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

=> B. It's nice to be tickled and coaxed sometimes

Can't deny that.

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately?

=> the ones on porn and vocal men

Entertaining in what way?

=> I like the diversity of opinion and the amusing way it's expressed

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick?

=> but you have the courage of your convictions and that has to command a certain respect :-D

Do you already think I'm a dick?

=> no, I think you're rather sweet

Aww (again).

Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)?

Perhaps a nice mural?

What sort of mural?

=> I see lots of people made it a whole lot brighter by changing their font colours. I wish I knew how to do that... :-(

Laters.

 

[Quoll]

Thanks Quoll - Ive learned something new - have choclate colours turned on now - way better than the blues..

No probs, there's not a lot you can change but the FAQ thread in HT should give you a good list of what you can do.

When you hit "reply", there's a darker blue box on the screen. The top line of that box has a A with a line under it. Right click that A and colors appear. Highlight what you'd like to change and choose your color.

A from the good little witch.

Thankyou Glynndah. :-D :-* Unfortunately, I don't have that box. But I notice my HTML is off. I don't know why or how to turn it back on, but I suspect that may be the problem.

It's not the HTML, that's turned off on a forum wide basis.

What browser are you using.?

Do you have this screen when you reply?

 

[Quoll]

Haha, none yet had the wit to think about renaming me like that, most I get are corny remarks about claws, hissing and playing with mice. But I am glad to notice that frequency of stupid one-liners in my inbox is getting lesser in time.

So it's just me then *sigh* I is creepy.

No, its a maybe.

Men...

Hah, I knew it, 'cause you were looking at me and spoke and stuff, plus you're wearing sexay clothes and and and... yeah so there.

 

[lennythelion]

What browser are you using.?

Do you have this screen when you reply?

Using Firefox on Mac. No, I don't have that screen. I have one with "post icons" at the bottom. I managed to change the presentation though. I should go and check out that FAQ thread.

Cheers.

 

[fuyutsuki]

Reply

So what do you think of the place? Intriguing conversations to say the least

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom? I lurk mostly due to being a full time student with three kids... probably won't change in the next two years.

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely? Time pure and simple.

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately? Mr. Cock in the personals section

Entertaining in what way? Nice to see at least a few women on this forum love the way cocks look.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick? Yes

Do you already think I'm a dick? a little one

Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)? Sure as long as Im not the one painting

Perhaps a nice mural? hmmmm Fancy!

What sort of mural? Roman Orgy themed?

 

[kaycee217]

So what do you think of the place? I like it; very insightful and smart posters here.

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom? Already have

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely? Saying something and having no one reply

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

F: None of the above

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately? The one on disinterested partners...I thank midwestyankee and Eilan (sorry if I mispelled the names) for that.

Entertaining in what way? Makes me think of ideas I would never think of on my own.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick? But that didn't happen, so no worries.

Do you already think I'm a dick? Nope

Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)? No thanks, simple and uncluttered is good.

Perhaps a nice mural? N/A

What sort of mural? N/A

 

[Quoll]

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So what do you think of the place? Intriguing conversations to say the least

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom? I lurk mostly due to being a full time student with three kids... probably won't change in the next two years.

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely? Time pure and simple.

Well I suppose that's a reasonable reason.

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately? Mr. Cock in the personals section

Entertaining in what way? Nice to see at least a few women on this forum love the way cocks look.


Not a huge fan of the cock myself but that's just the way I swing,hang,dress, the important thing is that there is a place for those that do.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick? Yes

Do you already think I'm a dick? a little one

Ouch

Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)? Sure as long as Im not the one painting

I'm with you on this.

Perhaps a nice mural? hmmmm Fancy!

What sort of mural? Roman Orgy themed?

Whew, judging by some of the previous answers this is going to get complicated, glad it's not me doing it.[/QUOTE]

 

[Quoll]

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So what do you think of the place? I like it; very insightful and smart posters here.

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom? Already have



What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely? Saying something and having no one reply

Well shit, I really screwed that one up didn't I.
I hope this makes up for it in some small way.

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

F: None of the above

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately? The one on disinterested partners...I thank midwestyankee and Eilan (sorry if I mispelled the names) for that.

Entertaining in what way? Makes me think of ideas I would never think of on my own.

Hmm, I'll have to reread that one.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick? But that didn't happen, so no worries.

Do you already think I'm a dick? Nope



Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)? No thanks, simple and uncluttered is good.

Perhaps a nice mural? N/A

What sort of mural? N/A

 

[MagicFingers]

C & E

Are you talking to me?

Are YOU talking to ME?

 

[Wankia]

Hi everybody. Hello Quoll.

So what do you think of the place? It's liking watching a car accident, you just can't look away.

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom? Well, my dear you did just that. "pats ya on the back"

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely? Rudeness of others. They attach you personally instead of sticking to the subject.

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately? The spotlight threads, there are a couple of book threads -what book have you read lately, and the political ones.

Entertaining in what way? It's fun getting to know people and what makes their heart beat. I enjoy reading books. And for the political one they just make milk come out my nose.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick? Don't all men look like a dick? A long/short body (shaft) and a head.

Do you already think I'm a dick? Yes, but that is not always a bad thing

Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)? I think the color is just fine, would not change a thing.

Perhaps a nice mural? Mural smural.

What sort of mural?

Again I say smural

Now the hard part.....hitting submit reply

 

[sadangel]

I lurk a lot lately because I've been sick. Fighting depression also. I think I spent too much time in AH and got burned out by the constant bickering and the nastiness. Been slowly finding my way to other places with gentle and kind people. There are some wonderful AH'ers, but the trolls that have posted so long make it a place I dislike to be very often.

 

[lennythelion]

How to colour, emote and generally format

It's not the HTML, that's turned off on a forum wide basis.

What browser are you using.?

Do you have this screen when you reply?

I finally figured out how to get this screen and see avatars and everything!!! I had to Edit Options in my User Control Panel.

Yay!!!!

(sorry, got a bit carried away)

 

[Karathesexkitten]

Hi everybody.

Hey Hey

So what do you think of the place?

I've been around for a while. It used to be just reading the stories but I joined here out of curiosity and to have a peek at the pics. I think it's amazing that there's a haven for people to express their sexuality freely and without spam. It's refreshing and intriguing.

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom?

Um, I'm more of a watcher than a participator. I'm a bit of a cat in that I'm timid, curious but quick to scamper away at the first sign of trouble. But boredom and epic quantities of sugar from making chocolate truffles has gotten the best of me, so maybe make me chocolates?? Though I don't want to lose my figure.

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely?

As above. ^^

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately?

I like the whole personals section really. I find it so interesting to see what people are into- what they're looking for.

Entertaining in what way?

Interesting and sometimes really hot.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick?

That's ok! I get scared of that too. And look, it didn't happen!!

Do you already think I'm a dick?

Not at all.

Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)?

I kinda like it. Familiar. Like home.

Perhaps a nice mural?

I kinda like that it's not eye-grabbing. Mainly because it just looks like your average forum to passers by, so I can sneakily check it out wherever.

What sort of mural?

 

[Quoll]

Are you talking to me?

Are YOU talking to ME?

Well you certainly fit the bill, it's been a long time, found any more teething rings?

 

[Quoll]

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Hi everybody. Hello Quoll.

So what do you think of the place? It's liking watching a car accident, you just can't look away.

Certain sections ere indeed a wreck although I'd be more inclined to compare them to a piñata and everyone has a stick.

Is there any way we can encourage you to come out of lurkerdom? Well, my dear you did just that. "pats ya on the back"

Danke.

What do you think it is that stops you from posting at all/infrequently/rarely? Rudeness of others. They attack you personally instead of sticking to the subject.

It's much easier than using facts.

Do threads like this make you feel

A: Uncomfortable.

Pfft, relax.

B: Pleased.

C: Indifferent.

D: Boobies.

E: What do you care?

I care really truly I do.

Which threads have you found most entertaining lately? The spotlight threads, there are a couple of book threads -what book have you read lately, and the political ones.

Seriously?

Entertaining in what way? It's fun getting to know people and what makes their heart beat. I enjoy reading books. And for the political one they just make milk come out my nose.

Ok fair enough.

You do know if no one answers these questions I am going to look like a dick? Don't all men look like a dick? A long/short body (shaft) and a head.


Do you already think I'm a dick? Yes, but that is not always a bad thing

Whew!


Do we need a new paint job around here (it's been a few years, the place is starting to look a little drab don't you think?)? I think the color is just fine, would not change a thing.

Perhaps a nice mural? Mural smural.

What sort of mural?

Again I say smural

Got it, no mural, right.

Now the hard part.....hitting submit reply

Bah, you did it, it was not that hard really was it?