The 12 Days of Variations

[MidwestPrincess23]

@Saltfountain
I woke up hoping to find today’s theme… I was hoping you had changed your mind. This thread is my favorite and I look forward to each new theme. Please don’t let them win!!

 

[MiaBabe23]

This is completely not my place since it’s Saltfountain’s thread, and I’m so far lacking courage to share any pics, but could I suggest a theme, to remind him how valued the thread is?
Maybe something like
Salt or Fountain?

 

[summer_reine]

3 left legs you say?

*Edit* I just caught up on the thread. I posted a few pictures here because it felt safe. I felt I could be creative and tease a little without exposing myself to ick. And that's been my positive experience here. I hope you continue this thread, we appreciate you and we appreciate this space. But I also hope you do what's best for you if it is becoming too stressful and frustrating.

 

[MischiefMakerAlways]

3 left legs you say?
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What a cute kitty!

 

[LIDiver]

to remind him how valued the thread is?
Maybe something like
Salt or Fountain?

Salt….

 

[Saltfountain]

Ok
I guess the only way to make the thread work is to stop having any risqué prompts and not allow sexy pictures

 

[Saltfountain]

I'll need to either rewrite or abandon the 12 Days idea

 

[Saltfountain]

I'm tired that we can't have anything nice because some people don't have any self control at all

 

[Wand3rlust]

Ok
I guess the only way to make the thread work is to stop having any risqué prompts and not allow sexy pictures

Your thread, your rules. I've deleted mine.

 

[Biggalute]

I'm tired that we can't have anything nice because some people don't have any self control at all

I imagine, after the past 24hrs, that the vast majority of listers who like and follow this thread will give short shrift to anyone who's too thirsty or out of order.
Keep up the good work Salty and hopefully carry on with the 12 days the way you imagined them

 

[Saltfountain]

I imagine, after the past 24hrs, that the vast majority of listers who like and follow this thread will give short shrift to anyone who's too thirsty or out of order.
Keep up the good work Salty and hopefully carry on with the 12 days the way you imagined them

I really can't. Today would have been 4 naked chests, but I can't and shouldn't have any expectations that people should have to show any self control online

So I don't know how to go forward.

The whole point of the thread was that it was somewhere people who don't feel comfortable posting sexy pics could post on a level field with those who do. But it was a stupid idea

 

[Saltfountain]

Your thread, your rules. I've deleted mine.

Only realistic way to delete all mine is to delete my account

 

[Wand3rlust]

No it wasn't a stupid idea. The idea is good. We can post and get appreciative comments. About the pic, the sexiness of the pic.
There's a line.

People will be told if they cross it, and they are. If they choose to take it personally and sulk, let them. But I don't see the need for this reaction. It makes no sense to me.

But as I've said to you in private. This is YOUR thread. You make the rules and decide what YOU want to put up with.

We're all still here and still wanting to post and interact, so I'd say that we're all fine with how it is. If you're not, then that's ok.

 

[Biggalute]

I really can't. Today would have been 4 naked chests, but I can't and shouldn't have any expectations that people should have to show any self control online

So I don't know how to go forward.

The whole point of the thread was that it was somewhere people who don't feel comfortable posting sexy pics could post on a level field with those who do. But it was a stupid idea

It wasn't a stupid idea, it's actually a very good idea spoilt by some stupid people.
Obviously do what you need to do and I know the followers of this thread will support you and the thread.
As can be seen bybthe previous comments, your work, ideas and effort are really appreciated by many.

 

[lingus60]

I really can't. Today would have been 4 naked chests, but I can't and shouldn't have any expectations that people should have to show any self control online

So I don't know how to go forward.

The whole point of the thread was that it was somewhere people who don't feel comfortable posting sexy pics could post on a level field with those who do. But it was a stupid idea

Well... there are regulars on here who have the self control, so to your second point, I'd suggest keep calm and carry on! Onwards and upwards! And no, not stupid... it was a brilliant idea.

 

[LIDiver]

WE think you should, Salty.
And as Galute correctly surmised, The Salty Posse stands ready to charge at the Hosers as need be….

I believe today’s theme is bare chest….

 

[lingus60]

A bare chest to get the ball rolling....

 

[Mrtenant]

@Saltfountain

Man, you got a vision for this thread. I'm not exactly following it. I got a full plate elsewhere.

Thing is, don't let anyone shit on your creation. Keep plowing ahead. It's your creation, miscues and all. It wouldn't be Lit without a hiccup or two. In any case, we all are a bit of a perv just by virtue (love that word) of being on Lit to begin with. Some sexy skin is going to happen and invariably, some chode will come in and make an ass of things.

Laugh it off and move full steam ahead I say. Not the end of the world. If anything, imo, it makes it better to see people continue on despite weird setbacks.

 

[lingus60]

Another bare chest....

 

[cascadiabound]

I really can't. Today would have been 4 naked chests, but I can't and shouldn't have any expectations that people should have to show any self control online

So I don't know how to go forward.

The whole point of the thread was that it was somewhere people who don't feel comfortable posting sexy pics could post on a level field with those who do. But it was a stupid idea

You've been much more successful here than you are able to see at the moment.

I suspect your frustration and disappointment over the past 24 hours comes in the midst of stressful holidays and the fatigue of daily prompts and whatever else might be going on for you personally. Many/most of us on Lit come here for an escape from or to something.

We all have favorite threads. Places here that feel safe and welcoming and build community. They are rare lights amongst many threads that have no intention to provide safety or community. This thread is one of those rare lights and YOU have kept it's light going.

People often disappoint us. It's sadly normal. And a few hosers who didn't understand this is the wrong place to pick a fight over norms of behavior have been the great exception here, not the norm.

If the 12 days idea feels tainted, maybe just take a break and start fresh with weekly prompts after the New Year.

Stiff upper lip. Stay calm and carry on.

Notice how many people are so grateful to you Salty.

Hugs

 

[summer_reine]

My bear chest comes with a gift of cookies for @Saltfountain

 

[MissRadiant]

The one time, I drew myself or tried. It isn't an actual photo.

 

[Biggalute]

My 'plane' chest (nearly as bad as @lingus60 and @summer_reine bare chests)

 

[aussiegeekygal]

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My 'plane' chest (nearly as bad as @lingus60 and @summer_reine bare chests)

Bare chest, man fuzz, and woodworking.
This captures a side of masculinity I really, really like

 

[aussiegeekygal]

A dedication to those who are thirsty up in here