How do you think the AH perceives you?

[Bramblethorn]

The happy lesbians thread was definitely a low point in my AH career and one I still think about when I get the bright idea to dash off a quick post before bed.

I saw it as a reasonable question that could've been expressed more tactfully, which is about a 0.1 on the Literotica Richter scale. (Lichter Scale?)

I can't speak for others in that discussion, but about the only time I remember that thread is when I see you chiding yourself for it. It's not something you need to carry around for the rest of your days

 

[Bramblethorn]

An endless repository of knowledge of all things geeky, including writing. Also very understanding, kind, and quite brilliant.

You sure know how to compliment people in a way that matters to them I aspire to kindness, on a good day.

And you're so patient and very generous with people - I sometimes worry maybe too generous but that's not my line to draw. Plus you're a great chef, as far as one can judge these things over the internet.

 

[StillStunned]

You think you're the only one boosting that thread?

No, but putting me on Ignore renders the entire thread invisible.

For months, you say?

We all have to start somewhere. One day I hope to feel guilty about not having written for years.

 

[ElectricBlue]

And you're so patient and very generous with people - I sometimes worry maybe too generous but that's not my line to draw. Plus you're a great chef, as far as one can judge these things over the internet.

@Erozetta is one of the quiet goddesses of this place, exquisitely gorgeous (the post where she described herself is just oooo!!), achingly honest, one of life's "gentle souls", I think. We're blessed with her presence, that's for sure.

 

[pink_silk_glove]

Plus you're a great chef

I wouldn't know. I haven't eaten her yet. ; )

 

[Erozetta]

I've been following this thread since it came out a couple of days ago, and being in Oz, when I first read it (first thing in the morning) it had already gone into joke stage, so I didn't bother responding. Also, that would involve self-cogitation and too much thinking before breakfast.

And then I thought, I really can't answer it, because I suspect I am a multiplicity of things, different for many people: a prick or a smart-ass to some, a fount of knowledge to others, a repository of wisdom and bullshit equally combined, someone who likes the read of his own words, someone who's humour and wit is seen by some, but I suspect not by all, especially not those who don't understand sarcasm and irony.

I'm not someone who goes through life particularly bothered by what people think of me, because the psych tests I've done say I have a particularly high resilience against self-doubt and negativity, a very high psychological robustness (but I didn't actually know that for a long time). I'm an introvert but most people in the workplace are surprised by that. I'm also a typical Leo, so there's that.

Tl:dr: I don't much care how people perceive me, except for those people whose opinions I value, who I hold in esteem. Suffice to say, there are quite a few of those people here - far more than I have on Ignore, of which there are a smaller few.

I see you as a source of gentleness and joy. Your writing can be surreal or very down to earth and I don't think many people can keep such an even tone across that spectrum. They either go fully ridiculous with things or are incapable of stepping outside of the human sphere of thought. Your "The Fantastic Hotel" anthropomorphizes insects and arachnids in a very human way without losing their nature as insects and arachnids. It's a challenge to get that right and you did.

You're knowledgeable on style and grammar and you share that information freely. You're encouraging to new writers, which I think is important because it can be difficult to fit in here as a new writer comparing yourself to those with thousands of followers. And your stories are always a light-hearted romp which is sometimes just the thing one needs to clear their mind of darker cobwebs.

I know our writing philosophies don't always mesh, mine is more along the lines of Simon's "write whatever you want" rather than your "add goodness to the world" but you've never been disparaging over that difference and I think that marks you as someone capable of deep thinking and accepting that your way isn't the only way, even if you might prefer if it was. (Which is not a bad thing as your way is very positive and affirming.)

You've been kind to me since I came back and that is greatly appreciated.

Plus, you might be the only one who likes Ms. Bonkers as much as me, so that gets you extra points in my book.

 

[ElectricBlue]

You've been kind to me since I came back and that is greatly appreciated.

I've said elsewhere that you are a gentle soul, and this appraisal of me brings tears to my eyes. Thank you.

Plus, you might be the only one who likes Ms. Bonkers as much as me, so that gets you extra points in my book.

Like minds think alike, I think .

 

[Erozetta]

I wouldn't know. I haven't eaten her yet. ; )

Vore isn't allowed here, but cannibalism might be okay in erotic horror.

 

[talemestories]

I'm shooting for a combo of Uncle Rico and Uncle Buck.

Let's see what happens.

 

[Kumquatqueen]

I'm probably seen as that snarky Brit. Though seeing as I still haven't figured out how to restore my avatar to the forum side (it shows up fine on my profile), I feel like an invisible white blob.

I'd like to think some people who had me written off as a tedious woke type have shifted to 'has had a different set of life experiences to me'.

 

[Statius]

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I'm probably seen as that snarky Brit. Though seeing as I still haven't figured out how to restore my avatar to the forum side (it shows up fine on my profile), I feel like an invisible white blob.

I'd like to think some people who had me written off as a tedious woke type have shifted to 'has had a different set of life experiences to me'.

m an invisible green blob with an 'S' in it? Anyway I don't know you but I'm betting the people who do like having you around here.

 

[pink_silk_glove]

Vore isn't allowed here, but cannibalism might be okay in erotic horror.

Would you like to be eaten?

 

[MillieDynamite]

Don't all women love when someone dines at their Y?

Would you like to be eaten?

 

[Erozetta]

Hang on, I'm trying to work out if we're talking vore, cannibalism, or other.

If vore, no, I'm claustrophobic and the idea of being eaten whole really is anxiety inducing.

If cannibalism, I'm trying to work out which body part I'd be willing to lose and would likely make the best meal. Maybe a rib or two. Would make corsets fit tighter at least.

If other... Must consult husband for answer.

But also, does anyone happen to have a rock I can hide under for a few days?

 

[NuclearFairy]

Hang on, I'm trying to work out if we're talking vore, cannibalism, or other.

If vore, no, I'm claustrophobic and the idea of being eaten whole really is anxiety inducing.

If cannibalism, I'm trying to work out which body part I'd be willing to lose and would likely make the best meal. Maybe a rib or two. Would make corsets fit tighter at least.

If other... Must consult husband for answer.

But also, does anyone happen to have a rock I can hide under for a few days?

I would go with ribs, they grow back.

 

[ChloeTzang]

I'm seen as a bit of a troll.

I don't think I fit in with the majority here, just the ones who also roll their eyes at the ones desperate to be popular

I bring both, I do what I can to help others, especially if they're newish. But I also call BS and don't entertain their delusions of grandeur

No, if people like me, fine, if not, also fine. The way I am here is how I am in real life. If I amuse myself, that's enough.

Funny timing for this thread because the other day someone here hit the nail on the head as far as how I'm perceived here when they told someone "There is no social cost to attacking LC" as in I'm not part of a group that will come running in to attack anyone ragging on me.

I have been here 10 years and you haven't changed a bit and I love that you haven't

 

[AG31]

I expect people know I have flashpoint topics that I struggle not to argue about. I think many here know what they are.

I suspect you're winning your struggles. You strike me as very even tempered and rational. The only flashpoint I know about is dog whistles.

 

[crookedletter]

Today I learned what "vore" is. Thanks AH.

 

[old_prof]

I suspect you're winning your struggles. You strike me as very even tempered and rational. The only flashpoint I know about is dog whistles.

You have far more faith in me than is warranted. I'm very analytical, but also extremely emotional.

Some others here know other flashpoints for me.

 

[Erozetta]

Today I learned what "vore" is. Thanks AH.

You're welcome, and I'm sorry.

 

[crookedletter]

You're welcome, and I'm sorry.

Don't worry, it takes more than that to skeeve me out.

... which might actually mean it can't be done. Huh.

 

[Bazzle]

Drunk chain-smoking bar bore

 

[Z_TheWriter]

Drunk chain-smoking bar bore

I read that as "Drunk chain-smoking boar" and went.... sure why not?

 

[MillieDynamite]

Lifting one eyebrow, "Emotion is the opposite of reason. One cannot be both at the same time."

You have far more faith in me than is warranted. I'm very analytical, but also extremely emotional.

Some others here know other flashpoints for me.

 

[cw5523729]

"How do you think the AH perceives you?"

When I saw that @cw5523729 had posted I knew we'd swung out of the controversial stage of the thread and into the pun-ishment stage.