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Thoughts On Bloggers Leaving It seems like a lot of good bloggers are leaving or thinking of leaving or have left. As of this AM I read about another blogger who is thinking of leaving and some who replied thinking the same and another one, Recal, who seems to be gone already. As I think about it others come to mind who seem to have faded away. I mentioned that I am going to write about this situation and have a bunch of thoughts in my head, but not on “paper”, or in a manner (organized) that I feel good about presenting them in. So this post ain’t that post. This is me asking for input from y’all on why you may be considering leaving and what you might stay for. I imagine some of the reasons are personal, some are because of situation(s) on the blogs themselves, some are because of your wants or expectations of the site(s) itself, and some are other things. The ones I have seen and am experiencing involve, in part, are a lesser number of interesting (to me) posts or as I see it diversity. Diversity, and how it effects and has affected the blogs, is a subject I plan on writing about. Another term that comes to mind and is related to diversity is acceptance, or another way of putting it is judgment. FWIW, one thing I’m not talking about is the site’s glitches, mostly because we really don’t have any control over them. Yes, they can be a pain, but there are work arounds. That is the subject for another time IMO. What we do have control over is ourselves and how we do what we do on the blogs. Anyways, I think if the blogs are to remain interesting (not only to me but to others) and be a pleasant (or at least not unpleasant) place to interact, and to survive as a viable connection to other people – this probably needs to be discussed. So speak up y’all. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself. |
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Catching up on reading blogs and saw this one. Checking in regularly on A F F and blogging here isn't a life sentence. For some of us it sometimes feels like it. I for one am approaching year 12. As a once active blogger, chatter and meeter of men and frequent meet and greet attendee, I've been officially bored for quite a while. Been there, done it, written and read it all too many times that it's no longer stimulating physically or intellectually. Am I making a big pronouncement I am leaving? Of course not. I will linger, occasionally check in and even write a few things and maybe meet more men. No reason to cut the cord completely...this place and its members were a very significant part of my life for many years. I was never one for drama the times I have been active and see no need for a dramatic exit. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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Catching up on reading blogs and saw this one. Checking in regularly on A F F and blogging here isn't a life sentence. For some of us it sometimes feels like it. I for one am approaching year 12. As a once active blogger, chatter and meeter of men and frequent meet and greet attendee, I've been officially bored for quite a while. Been there, done it, written and read it all too many times that it's no longer stimulating physically or intellectually. Am I making a big pronouncement I am leaving? Of course not. I will linger, occasionally check in and even write a few things and maybe meet more men. No reason to cut the cord completely...this place and its members were a very significant part of my life for many years. I was never one for drama the times I have been active and see no need for a dramatic exit.
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I find the blogs I enjoy 1. something original.... like I tell those I work with,"if you have something I've never seen before, we're both gonna be millionaires." 2. Don't complain.... self reflection goes a long way here. First look at yourself, THEN at a perceived problem. Chances are YOU are to blame.... 3. something authentic: Okay, I'll give newbies a break if they post something I've seen way too many times before, but if you're just doing it for attention, that will become evident shortly. 4. please stay away from "dick pics.": let's just say it feels too much like work.... and that's never fun. 5. If you get easily "butt hurt" this probably isn't gonna an easy place for you to navigate: I had to learn the hard way. Almost cost me someone very nice. BLOG ON!  Thank youWhen the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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I find the blogs I enjoy 1. something original.... like I tell those I work with,"if you have something I've never seen before, we're both gonna be millionaires." 2. Don't complain.... self reflection goes a long way here. First look at yourself, THEN at a perceived problem. Chances are YOU are to blame.... 3. something authentic: Okay, I'll give newbies a break if they post something I've seen way too many times before, but if you're just doing it for attention, that will become evident shortly. 4. please stay away from "dick pics.": let's just say it feels too much like work.... and that's never fun. 5. If you get easily "butt hurt" this probably isn't gonna an easy place for you to navigate: I had to learn the hard way. Almost cost me someone very nice. BLOG ON!
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I find that the people who complain the most about the atmosphere in blogland are people who's blogs I don't spend much time reading or commenting on. I have eclectic tastes. I don't expect everyone to like what I write but if a few do, then that's good enough. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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The majority of mine went to the dumpster and the rest will follow tonight.I used the last nail in my coffin a couple months ago.w it wasn't done to hide anything or re emerge as someone different as so many do and have done before .That would be disingenuous in a place that beckons daily with the cry for honesty.Nope.It was done because after reading a public announcement last night I realized I just wasn't in the same league.Mostly because I often posted in defense of my gender and being the only one that did it just exposed me as someone who wasn't thinking of only his dick.Big mistake. As far as people leaving.It could range from any number of splendid examples. Ranging from Being called out for plagiarism to boasting to much or just that it has become to much like high school.I hope it was that their intelligence cornered them at some point and gave them an ultimatum When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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That would suck if you do leave. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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I agree that the same thing over and over gets old. Somehow newer bloggers who do that need to figure that out. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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There are so many bloggers who have either left or have gone silent since I started blogging. It's sad to see them go no matter what the reason. Some are my friends off site and I know their reasons and they are many but it is not my place to discuss them.  When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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Well, as one blogger asked just the other day, What kind of blog do you want? Personal stories are whining attention seeking dribble, most commenters agreed. Picture posting is boring, also most agreed. Most wanted sex posts, which I'm not currently having, so not much left for me here. I wish I'd known before I shared personal things on my blog, but I should have learned that lesson from my posts on my old profile. So many say they want diversity, but when asked, you find out they really don't. I think this site is done. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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I used to enjoy the blogs. I even penned a very few myself. I was shocked to find out that someone's blog I had enjoyed suddenly blocked me. I only commented once or twice. Never anything controversial, always positive. I was told that another blogger had said I said...etc. Not getting into it, however I hardly ever read blogs anymore or comment. Life throws us enough curves without inviting them into our lives. I have a few favourites I still enjoy, but no longer spend my morning coffee reading them. I enjoy you btw...xo And I miss you being around here. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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I mostly agreed with Rdy with a bit of a caveat When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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Shoot...reading all these comments makes me glad I just write whatever the hell I want. I believe people will say they want one topic or another...but, frankly, what gets their attention may be something quite different depending on a lot of things. Things that impact views and/or comments as I've noticed: 1) Blatant honest authenticity 2) Sharing about an authentic experience and asking others to share their own ideas/experiences/preferences 3) # of MUST KNOW THINGS: original and authentic 4) Unapologetic authenticity. Oh, wait...is there a pattern here? Also, if the blog even shows up on the main blogs page--that definitely impacts views/comments. I've had plenty recently that just have not ever appeared there. The reality is blogs that are formulaic are, in a nutshell, formulaic. They become as novel as a Hollywood blockbuster film after awhile. Original work isn't formulaic and doesn't follow a script, although sometimes there are certain structures of writing that are a bit formulaic and more attention getting. Original work carries with it an undeniable stamp of authenticity, the author's voice is crisp and clear, and it simply draws an audience due to its ability to speak to the human experience. So, I say people should keep on focusing on what interests them and the hell with formulaic writing. But what do I know? Oh, yeah...stuff...lots and lots of stuff...but, hell, YMMV.   MOST of the time I'm well behaved...but if you weren't, and, enjoyed having your ass handed to you, visit my blog and become a subscriber. There you can read all about how I am actively authoring, and rewriting, my life .Trying to get a bigger audience? Here's my .02 Content What Content 8 Things To Consider Towards Better Content {=}
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RRR, I saw your response, and agree In Part. There are very few New, "Mature" bloggers, anywhere near the quality of those I mentioned who have left. We were truly spoiled - and I am sure we will NEVER again see so many blogs of such high quality. Check out my profile or and become a "watcher" of my blog FMAOPLS,to learn more about me, and for intelligent, lively, smartassy and fun discussion, with a little irreverence thrown in. "Like" or comment on my photos, and I promise I'll add more. Thanks.
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I'm with FM, I'm finding a lot of newer bloggers that are quite diversified and interesting... the squabbling goes over my head for the most part. There's only a few bloggers whose blogs I find moronic and I ignore them. There's quite a few whose blogs just don't interest me and I ignore them. The rest of you I greatly enjoy the comments that a quality written blog attracts and the interactions that are created. Real life connections that spring from those are even better!!! It's kind of like college... you make connections while you're here, some you keep after you (or they) are gone, others are just passing through. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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I find that the people who complain the most about the atmosphere in blogland are people who's blogs I don't spend much time reading or commenting on. I have eclectic tastes. I don't expect everyone to like what I write but if a few do, then that's good enough. Please don't let me be misunderstood.
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You already know the reasons I am thinking of leaving, and they have absolutely nothing to do with lack of diversity. And as far as "lack of diversity" I say Hogwash. Or Piffle. Or Pshaw. What the Hell are all these people whining and moaning about? How far are they searching, to find interesting and diversified bloggers? I find them, all the time. Sure, some of them are the top bloggers. But some of them are not. Some are other, less well-known bloggers, in your local State or Province. Some pop up in the "recent posts". Some are commenting all the time, on the blogs you already read. If you search for them, you will find them. I find that I miss many of my former blogger friends, who I considered my contemporaris, even though some were decades younger and wrote about sex all the time. They were all intelligent, had an interesting way with words, had interesting (and sometimes new and different from me) views on life, made me laugh out loud, and always brightened my day or made me think. I miss LadyUnlaced, Gottaring, Flirtatiousone4u, MyNameisKay, MissingU2012, WendyLouWho, DDICan'tRememberHerHandle, WhattsamattaU, DMYogi, and so many others. But life goes on. For those still here, and for those who have left. There will always be good bloggers. They just might not be US. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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Life goes on people move on people come back people stay for a while it is the circle of life here in the blogs for years and years and years and years Red! I have been here a very long time and have truly seen it all with people fighting one another over stupid stuff that is so trivial like we are back in elementary/middle and high school! I blog for me and no one else as I have done so for many many years and will continue to do so as long as my interest keeps me here period! Many of my old blog friends have come and gone and there is only a few bloggers of the old guard if you will still here so we cling to those who we know and find something of interest in those new bloggers who bring something to the table! When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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I have enjoyed some of the bloggers that have left or are leaving, but I feel that it is their choice, and they are leaving for their own reasons. I absolutely wish them the best in life, and their future endeavors! It's honestly not going to affect me one way or the other though. I come here to read what is here, respond if the topic resonates with me, and 99.5% of the time.....stay out of the "blogger wars" or other nonsense that sometimes transpires in blogland. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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Hey Rascal!!!! Okay, my two cents worth. I have cut down on my blogging for a couple of reasons, some you named. I don't care to answer or post to the constant barrage of repeat crap such as cut/uncut, does size matter (asked so many times it is beyond pathetic and the responses NEVER change, you have what you have deal with it), shaved/trimmed/natural, and the constant asking of what positions, when you lost your virginity (which I find a crappy question as there are those that lost it on r4pes and it isn't so fun), and just that type of over and over and over again redundancy. I pass them by and don't answer at all. When you see these questions so many times, the size one appearing up to and over 5 times or more A DAY, one just gets sick of it. Yes, it is a sex based site, but honestly one can only say those same things so many times and it gets beyond lame. The next reason is that I do see the constant fighting. People say "don't answer and they go away" and then that same person writes an entire blog or AL entry on that person or the situation. So much for don't feed the troll. Again, I get sick of it and I don't care to be involved in it. I would have to add also that the voting thing, not everyone has voting in their blogs thank goodness, but those that do it just gets again beyond stupid. Ask the question what is your favorite color and one writes blue and 15 people mark disagree. WTF??? I think I know my favorite color and voting disagree is just ignorant as all H8ll... see my point? It is the childish BS that makes me not want to be here. I avoid it and that means less and less to actually post to. I have even had the posters get all ticked off when I try to just add to the conversation and such because they want what they want posted and nothing else. I am not fighting mind you, but I am adding to the conversation is all. It gets really lame. The things you mentioned are part of what I’m talking about. Like you I ignore the same repetitive stuff unless someone has a different take on the subject – which seems to be pretty rare. But I have to admit my first posts weren’t brilliant pieces either. So hopefully some of those people will learn to post more interesting things. Finding a way to keep the more interesting bloggers to stay is what I’m interested in. The fighting is something I was intending to address. That caused people to steer away from blogs and blogging just like you and NaughtyPursuit said. It stifles the creativity of, or distracts some people. And yes there are some people who just can’t let go of negativity. I do believe in don't feed the trolls I step away from them and let them dig their own holes. Luckily a number of them are gone. Thank you for responding. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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The majority of mine went to the dumpster and the rest will follow tonight.I used the last nail in my coffin a couple months ago.w it wasn't done to hide anything or re emerge as someone different as so many do and have done before .That would be disingenuous in a place that beckons daily with the cry for honesty.Nope.It was done because after reading a public announcement last night I realized I just wasn't in the same league.Mostly because I often posted in defense of my gender and being the only one that did it just exposed me as someone who wasn't thinking of only his dick.Big mistake. As far as people leaving.It could range from any number of splendid examples. Ranging from Being called out for plagiarism to boasting to much or just that it has become to much like high school.I hope it was that their intelligence cornered them at some point and gave them an ultimatum Using more than all the road!
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There are so many bloggers who have either left or have gone silent since I started blogging. It's sad to see them go no matter what the reason. Some are my friends off site and I know their reasons and they are many but it is not my place to discuss them. ~~Anais Nin~~
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Well, as one blogger asked just the other day, What kind of blog do you want? Personal stories are whining attention seeking dribble, most commenters agreed. Picture posting is boring, also most agreed. Most wanted sex posts, which I'm not currently having, so not much left for me here. I wish I'd known before I shared personal things on my blog, but I should have learned that lesson from my posts on my old profile. So many say they want diversity, but when asked, you find out they really don't. I think this site is done.
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I tend to ignore a lot of the BS and carping that happens on here as well as ignore the interpersonal nastiness that keeps raising its head. This is not the place for petty stuff or slamming so it needs to stop. When in doubt I am reminded of the blog RESPECT. I write what I wish and read those posts that interest me. I leave comments when I feel one is earned or warranted. Other than that I am content in my little corner of blogland, doing foodie research and sharing thoughtsand knowledge I like Symposium and would love to see more folks contribute to it. After all it's open to everyone. The internet is not my life and I do have lots on my personal plate right now offsite so perhaps this might be the daylight needed to keep me going When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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Thank you for your input. When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro. The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.
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I used to enjoy the blogs. I even penned a very few myself. I was shocked to find out that someone's blog I had enjoyed suddenly blocked me. I only commented once or twice. Never anything controversial, always positive. I was told that another blogger had said I said...etc. Not getting into it, however I hardly ever read blogs anymore or comment. Life throws us enough curves without inviting them into our lives. I have a few favourites I still enjoy, but no longer spend my morning coffee reading them. I enjoy you btw...xo
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I'm with FM, I'm finding a lot of newer bloggers that are quite diversified and interesting... the squabbling goes over my head for the most part. There's only a few bloggers whose blogs I find moronic and I ignore them. There's quite a few whose blogs just don't interest me and I ignore them. The rest of you I greatly enjoy the comments that a quality written blog attracts and the interactions that are created. Real life connections that spring from those are even better!!! It's kind of like college... you make connections while you're here, some you keep after you (or they) are gone, others are just passing through.
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You already know the reasons I am thinking of leaving, and they have absolutely nothing to do with lack of diversity. And as far as "lack of diversity" I say Hogwash. Or Piffle. Or Pshaw. What the Hell are all these people whining and moaning about? How far are they searching, to find interesting and diversified bloggers? I find them, all the time. Sure, some of them are the top bloggers. But some of them are not. Some are other, less well-known bloggers, in your local State or Province. Some pop up in the "recent posts". Some are commenting all the time, on the blogs you already read. If you search for them, you will find them. I find that I miss many of my former blogger friends, who I considered my contemporaris, even though some were decades younger and wrote about sex all the time. They were all intelligent, had an interesting way with words, had interesting (and sometimes new and different from me) views on life, made me laugh out loud, and always brightened my day or made me think. I miss LadyUnlaced, Gottaring, Flirtatiousone4u, MyNameisKay, MissingU2012, WendyLouWho, DDICan'tRememberHerHandle, WhattsamattaU, DMYogi, and so many others. But life goes on. For those still here, and for those who have left. There will always be good bloggers. They just might not be US. Check out my profile or and become a "watcher" of my blog FMAOPLS,to learn more about me, and for intelligent, lively, smartassy and fun discussion, with a little irreverence thrown in. "Like" or comment on my photos, and I promise I'll add more. Thanks.
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Life goes on people move on people come back people stay for a while it is the circle of life here in the blogs for years and years and years and years Red! I have been here a very long time and have truly seen it all with people fighting one another over stupid stuff that is so trivial like we are back in elementary/middle and high school! I blog for me and no one else as I have done so for many many years and will continue to do so as long as my interest keeps me here period! Many of my old blog friends have come and gone and there is only a few bloggers of the old guard if you will still here so we cling to those who we know and find something of interest in those new bloggers who bring something to the table!
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I tend to ignore a lot of the BS and carping that happens on here as well as ignore the interpersonal nastiness that keeps raising its head. This is not the place for petty stuff or slamming so it needs to stop. When in doubt I am reminded of the blog RESPECT. I write what I wish and read those posts that interest me. I leave comments when I feel one is earned or warranted. Other than that I am content in my little corner of blogland, doing foodie research and sharing thoughtsand knowledge I like Symposium and would love to see more folks contribute to it. After all it's open to everyone. The internet is not my life and I do have lots on my personal plate right now offsite so perhaps this might be the daylight needed to keep me going Become a blog watcher sweet_vm
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Hello Red.. For those bloggers who want to take some time off maybe go and come back, you can always take your account offline and it will be here when you come back. That would be my suggestion. Nothing will be lost. Red everyone does take some time off from this site. Really sorry to see any of the bloggers go but it their choice to leave. hugssssssssssss V Become a blog watcher sweet_vm
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Even when I left this place for years, I never deleted my account, or any of my old posts. I see my blog as my diary. I like the diversity these pages can offer, and of course the interaction with others, either for just a "hi" or a different view on something. To go along with a mix of sex stories, fantasies, facts, recipes, songs and poems, politics, and all the rest. So, for all these reasons, I am staying. I try to play nice, and expect the same. Seems to be working. I know for others this life here in blog land can be more eventful! To put it politely. But this been the internet, is that not sort of expected? Like may be not guaranteed expected, but something that can happen? There can be reasons as you say, many and varied, for when people decide to leave or take a break. Everyone who leaves or comes in, have their own reasons and justifications. It could be a bit upsetting to see them go, especially if you were friends, followers, etc. All we can do at those times is let the person know of our own feelings about it, and remind them that they are the number 1 to decide.
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I have enjoyed some of the bloggers that have left or are leaving, but I feel that it is their choice, and they are leaving for their own reasons. I absolutely wish them the best in life, and their future endeavors! It's honestly not going to affect me one way or the other though. I come here to read what is here, respond if the topic resonates with me, and 99.5% of the time.....stay out of the "blogger wars" or other nonsense that sometimes transpires in blogland. Be Honest..Be Sincere...Be REAL 
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Hey Rascal!!!! Okay, my two cents worth. I have cut down on my blogging for a couple of reasons, some you named. I don't care to answer or post to the constant barrage of repeat crap such as cut/uncut, does size matter (asked so many times it is beyond pathetic and the responses NEVER change, you have what you have deal with it), shaved/trimmed/natural, and the constant asking of what positions, when you lost your virginity (which I find a crappy question as there are those that lost it on r4pes and it isn't so fun), and just that type of over and over and over again redundancy. I pass them by and don't answer at all. When you see these questions so many times, the size one appearing up to and over 5 times or more A DAY, one just gets sick of it. Yes, it is a sex based site, but honestly one can only say those same things so many times and it gets beyond lame. The next reason is that I do see the constant fighting. People say "don't answer and they go away" and then that same person writes an entire blog or AL entry on that person or the situation. So much for don't feed the troll. Again, I get sick of it and I don't care to be involved in it. I would have to add also that the voting thing, not everyone has voting in their blogs thank goodness, but those that do it just gets again beyond stupid. Ask the question what is your favorite color and one writes blue and 15 people mark disagree. WTF??? I think I know my favorite color and voting disagree is just ignorant as all H8ll... see my point? It is the childish BS that makes me not want to be here. I avoid it and that means less and less to actually post to. I have even had the posters get all ticked off when I try to just add to the conversation and such because they want what they want posted and nothing else. I am not fighting mind you, but I am adding to the conversation is all. It gets really lame.
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I tend to ignore a lot of the BS and carping that happens on here as well as ignore the interpersonal nastiness that keeps raising its head. This is not the place for petty stuff or slamming so it needs to stop. When in doubt I am reminded of the blog RESPECT. I write what I wish and read those posts that interest me. I leave comments when I feel one is earned or warranted. Other than that I am content in my little corner of blogland, doing foodie research and sharing thoughtsand knowledge I like Symposium and would love to see more folks contribute to it. After all it's open to everyone. The internet is not my life and I do have lots on my personal plate right now offsite so perhaps this might be the daylight needed to keep me going (Virtual Symposium Group) use Virtual Symposium Group
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