A question for the PG from the GB
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Raindear816
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Hi Debbie,
In my experience, and it has been on more than one or two occasions that I've posted on topics on the GB. I got called Playground Bunny #1, which to me is a compliment, because I come to Lit for entertainment. Like Arden and AA said previously, there's enough drama in my own life, so why should I add more to it?
I believe I've been put on a lot of people's ignore lists due to a former sigline that was just a bit overwhelming for the GB people. Evidently they don't like long or colorful sig-lines.
As for GB'ers being mean. or nasty, well I believe that no matter what Board you come from, there are going to be people who take pride in making others feel tiny and insignificant. Rudeness may be a part of GB humor, but to someone new to it, they may not perceive it as so.
Over here, on the PG, I've been welcomed, made great friends, and have truly enjoyed my experiences here. If someone has had ill-will here toward me, they've been decent enough to PM me with their problem. I believe the GB has a notorious reputation for making such situations an all out war.
Debbie, I truly wish you well and thank you for your curiousity. You will see me on the GB or the PG and I hope you'll say "hi."
To make a blanket statement and say that the GB is an awful and visciously mean place is preposterous. But I have found that my time spent on the PG pleasant. Just because we choose to hang out here more doesn't mean that we have cotton-candy for brains, it just means we are happy here.
Most Sincerely,
Rain
In my experience, and it has been on more than one or two occasions that I've posted on topics on the GB. I got called Playground Bunny #1, which to me is a compliment, because I come to Lit for entertainment. Like Arden and AA said previously, there's enough drama in my own life, so why should I add more to it?
I believe I've been put on a lot of people's ignore lists due to a former sigline that was just a bit overwhelming for the GB people. Evidently they don't like long or colorful sig-lines.
As for GB'ers being mean. or nasty, well I believe that no matter what Board you come from, there are going to be people who take pride in making others feel tiny and insignificant. Rudeness may be a part of GB humor, but to someone new to it, they may not perceive it as so.
Over here, on the PG, I've been welcomed, made great friends, and have truly enjoyed my experiences here. If someone has had ill-will here toward me, they've been decent enough to PM me with their problem. I believe the GB has a notorious reputation for making such situations an all out war.
Debbie, I truly wish you well and thank you for your curiousity. You will see me on the GB or the PG and I hope you'll say "hi."
To make a blanket statement and say that the GB is an awful and visciously mean place is preposterous. But I have found that my time spent on the PG pleasant. Just because we choose to hang out here more doesn't mean that we have cotton-candy for brains, it just means we are happy here.
Most Sincerely,Rain
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I hope that what I said wasn't misinterpreted as a "blanket statement" that the GB is an "awful & visciously mean place". I certainly didn't mean it that way.
But the truth of the matter is that EVERY time I've been there, EVERY post directed at me or my friends was vicious and mean.
There is a difference.
But to each his own.
But the truth of the matter is that EVERY time I've been there, EVERY post directed at me or my friends was vicious and mean.
There is a difference.
But to each his own.
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Raindear816
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No Muffy, I wasn't saying that about your statement. And yes I can relate to the viscious and mean part, but I don't want to offend those few who are not viscious and mean,69Muffin said:I hope that what I said wasn't misinterpreted as a "blanket statement" that the GB is an "awful & visciously mean place". I certainly didn't mean it that way.
But the truth of the matter is that EVERY time I've been there, EVERY post directed at me or my friends was vicious and mean.
There is a difference.
But to each his own.
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Debbie said:I wasn't being a bitch or trying to stir shit.
Yes, it was very late and I was curious.
I still think the GB is more receptive than the PG.
I've seen it time and time again. Especially when a new person posts on the PG. You guys seem quite insular and not very welcoming.
Sure a newbie will get a raz, heckled, smart ass remarks and usually some welcomes on the GB.
Thank you to the other people who responded.
Excuse me, but you are mistaken or haven't looked very far.
My friends and I go out of our way to welcome and encourage newbies to return....to feel comfortable and have a good time here. We'll most likely reserve any judgement until we see if they are for real in trying to get to know folks, or just doing a cruise through. If they start posting rude and crude they will mostly be ignored.
Those of us who have endured the GB raids when they're bored with shit stirring there....we take threads popping like corn in the microwave with a grain of salt....or a whole container!!! LOL!
Some of my closest friends on Lit. pretty much live on the GB....we met in other places here. We are not exclusive here, on the PG.
I felt there was a lack of acceptance of diversity for a while. I've voiced my concerns and found for the most part they were unfounded paranoia on my part. ~soft smile~
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Bear in mind that these statements are nothing more then my own opinions.
In my experience the GB has been wholly unwelcoming and generally mean spirited. I posted there on a few occassions when I first joined Lit, and have posted there once or twice since. Each and every time my posts have been either rudely rebuffed or ignored and as a result I have simply avoided the forum.
Here in the PG I have made friends and found the topics of discussion to be a bit more enjoyable. I don't need the drama and high school catiness that the GB threads tend to dissolve into. I fully admit that we have a few train wrecks of our own here, but they have almost never become as mean spirited or nasty as they have on the General Board.
Simply put I don't like the atmosphere on the GB and so I don't post there. It's not that I think myself better then anyone who enjoys the GB, far from it. It's more that I acknowledge that it isn't my cup of tea.
Oh and I do realize that you say you weren't trying to start anything, but this was a shit stirring post if I've ever read one.
Just my .02.
In my experience the GB has been wholly unwelcoming and generally mean spirited. I posted there on a few occassions when I first joined Lit, and have posted there once or twice since. Each and every time my posts have been either rudely rebuffed or ignored and as a result I have simply avoided the forum.
Here in the PG I have made friends and found the topics of discussion to be a bit more enjoyable. I don't need the drama and high school catiness that the GB threads tend to dissolve into. I fully admit that we have a few train wrecks of our own here, but they have almost never become as mean spirited or nasty as they have on the General Board.
Simply put I don't like the atmosphere on the GB and so I don't post there. It's not that I think myself better then anyone who enjoys the GB, far from it. It's more that I acknowledge that it isn't my cup of tea.
Oh and I do realize that you say you weren't trying to start anything, but this was a shit stirring post if I've ever read one.
Just my .02.
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I almost never post to the GB..
Only a few blurts or craves..
Or responses to someone elses..
There probably are very many good people there, I do know a few.
But some of the people there just love to attack people because they feel so small they have a need to put someone else down..
At least here, if you don't like someone, you just ignore them.
There you have to actually use the iggy function, which I've never felt the need to do here.
Only a few blurts or craves..
Or responses to someone elses..
There probably are very many good people there, I do know a few.
But some of the people there just love to attack people because they feel so small they have a need to put someone else down..
At least here, if you don't like someone, you just ignore them.
There you have to actually use the iggy function, which I've never felt the need to do here.
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now that I've taken a look at the replie here, I'll state that yes, I also posted on the GB and will say about the same thing here.
As already stated the GB and PG have something for those seeking something different. The PG tends to be more relaxed and personal in a friendly way while the GB is hateful and less than mature replies pile up like so much horseshit in which a large amount of folks their seem to think if they say it then by god it's fact. Each board has it's core of "friends" and even with the hate and pre-puberty thinking words they have a bond if that's what you seek but as I said on the GB, I know in my city we have a landfill but I don't nee to go there all the time so I don't forget it's there.
As already stated the GB and PG have something for those seeking something different. The PG tends to be more relaxed and personal in a friendly way while the GB is hateful and less than mature replies pile up like so much horseshit in which a large amount of folks their seem to think if they say it then by god it's fact. Each board has it's core of "friends" and even with the hate and pre-puberty thinking words they have a bond if that's what you seek but as I said on the GB, I know in my city we have a landfill but I don't nee to go there all the time so I don't forget it's there.
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Woodmiester said:
lol.. I do love your way with words, Wood
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Raindear816 said:No Muffy, I wasn't saying that about your statement. And yes I can relate to the viscious and mean part, but I don't want to offend those few who are not viscious and mean,
That's cool. I know people over there that aren't mean and vicious too. But most of them are from the PG anyway! *lol*
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Mskey said:Bear in mind that these statements are nothing more then my own opinions.
In my experience the GB has been wholly unwelcoming and generally mean spirited. I posted there on a few occassions when I first joined Lit, and have posted there once or twice since. Each and every time my posts have been either rudely rebuffed or ignored and as a result I have simply avoided the forum.
Here in the PG I have made friends and found the topics of discussion to be a bit more enjoyable. I don't need the drama and high school catiness that the GB threads tend to dissolve into. I fully admit that we have a few train wrecks of our own here, but they have almost never become as mean spirited or nasty as they have on the General Board.
Simply put I don't like the atmosphere on the GB and so I don't post there. It's not that I think myself better then anyone who enjoys the GB, far from it. It's more that I acknowledge that it isn't my cup of tea.
Oh and I do realize that you say you weren't trying to start anything, but this was a shit stirring post if I've ever read one.
Just my .02.
Mskey, I just luv you and your ability to tell it like it is.
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Think of traveling from board to board like traveling from country to country. Each place has its own local culture and you need to respect it if you want to be treated with respect in turn.
Yes, the playground can be quite insular to outsiders. But, since you guys are on the inside you have trouble seeing that. Much like the average GB poster has trouble perceiving their posts as being too aggressive or hostile.
PS: Hmm, posted this to the wrong board the first time.
Yes, the playground can be quite insular to outsiders. But, since you guys are on the inside you have trouble seeing that. Much like the average GB poster has trouble perceiving their posts as being too aggressive or hostile.
PS: Hmm, posted this to the wrong board the first time.
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Mskey said:
Oh and I do realize that you say you weren't trying to start anything, but this was a shit stirring post if I've ever read one.
Just my .02.
Debbie as a shit stirrer?
You people wouldn't know a shit stirring post if it bit you in the ass.
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Was there ever a time when regulars from the Playground posted a series of threads on the General Board asking why the GB was so meanspirited, uneducated, boring or unwelcoming -- and then proceeded to tell those who dared answer that they were wrong in their support of thier preferred board?
If not shit-stirring per se, then the word "arrogant" comes to mind. What exactly is the point of this latest exercise? It smacks of self-puffing that actually makes one look rather small.
Just sayin'...
If not shit-stirring per se, then the word "arrogant" comes to mind. What exactly is the point of this latest exercise? It smacks of self-puffing that actually makes one look rather small.
Just sayin'...
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Cheyenne said:Debbie as a shit stirrer?
You people wouldn't know a shit stirring post if it bit you in the ass.
Thanks, chey.
If this thread even served a small purpose in the sense that people are discussing, interacting or wandering over to the GB to lurk and see what the GB is like?
Then I'm happy.
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Yep...the PG is much more friendly.
Problem with the GB is it's way to serious. Not only is civility dead there, it's been cremated and it's ashes scattered all over cyberspace.
I've spent a lot of my life with a deep interest in politics and political issues and have regularly engaged in spirited discussions. I try to approach it with humor and respect for those with whom I disagree. I've found on various discussion groups that this usually results in some good discussion and friendships built on mutual respect, diverse opinions not withstanding.
There were always those who operated on a six year old level and it was easy to ignore them as they were in the minority. Unfortunately, the GB seems to be replete with such personalities. It's just a waste of time trying to engage them in a serious, respectful conversation there.
Besides, I can't help myself. It's too much fun pricking the balloons of those who are so damn sure they know the "truth". Truth is Beauty and Beauty Truth and, of course, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. The truth is subjective. Anytime someone proclaims they know it, I always check my pockets becuase I know my wallet is gone.
I'll continue to occasionally post there in hopes that it has changed, but I have little hope for that. It is rather unfriendly there. It doesn't scare or upset me. It just makes me sad.
Problem with the GB is it's way to serious. Not only is civility dead there, it's been cremated and it's ashes scattered all over cyberspace.
I've spent a lot of my life with a deep interest in politics and political issues and have regularly engaged in spirited discussions. I try to approach it with humor and respect for those with whom I disagree. I've found on various discussion groups that this usually results in some good discussion and friendships built on mutual respect, diverse opinions not withstanding.
There were always those who operated on a six year old level and it was easy to ignore them as they were in the minority. Unfortunately, the GB seems to be replete with such personalities. It's just a waste of time trying to engage them in a serious, respectful conversation there.
Besides, I can't help myself. It's too much fun pricking the balloons of those who are so damn sure they know the "truth". Truth is Beauty and Beauty Truth and, of course, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. The truth is subjective. Anytime someone proclaims they know it, I always check my pockets becuase I know my wallet is gone.
I'll continue to occasionally post there in hopes that it has changed, but I have little hope for that. It is rather unfriendly there. It doesn't scare or upset me. It just makes me sad.
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