fitting in here

[DavidMn]

Originally Posted by desertangel

Glad to know you're feeling somewhat comfortable. We have about the same amount of posts, although mine have been over a longer period of time... so you're doing pretty good. I guess I haven't felt as comfortable. My posts mostly go un-noticed unless I say something that people don't like, then I really hear about it! Story of my life LOL!!! Oh well. I appreciate having somewhere to go to share my thoughts anyway. Nobody in my "real life" will listen, they're tired of hearing about Stevie and FM.

Laura

You knoiw this really hits home with me, the no one will listen part. So many of my friends give me s**t for my passion for Fleetwood Mac, but I've adopted a very simple rule when it comes to that. Fleetwood Mac and Stevie make me happy, and I will follow them with whatever passion I so choose, and if that botheres people, thats their problem, not mine For example, when I went on my two week Stevie road trip recently, could I afford it? HELL NO!! but I wanted to do it, so I came up with a way (Credit card) I may be in debt up to my eyes, but it made me happy, and thats all that matters

[Miss Vicky]

Originally Posted by DavidMn

You know, people warned me that it wouldnt be fun coming into the ledge because alot of the people were such jerks and so opinionated, but I've found that not to be the case. Sometimes it's hard because there are some cliques , but it's nothing I cant handle.

I too was warned before I came here. Though my warning came from a member of another (though non-FM) message board. I on the other hand, have found that in many (but not all or even most) instances it certainly is the case. (And I am probably just as guilty of being an opinionated jerk as anyone else here.)

I still don't get this whole notion of cliques on the board, though - unless you count those who adhere exclusively or almost exclusively to one particular forum. I've only had issues with individual Ledgies rather than groups or cliques of them.

However, all that being said, I don't think that disagreements and even outright arguments and fighting are totally bad things. The boards would be rather dull indeed if all anybody did was talk about how great someone or something is. Brown-nosing is boring and – to say the least – not exactly beneficial for one's hygiene.

[DavidMn]

Originally Posted by Miss Vicky

I too was warned before I came here. Though my warning came from a member of another (though non-FM) message board. I on the other hand, have found that in many (but not all or even most) instances it certainly is the case. (And I am probably just as guilty of being an opinionated jerk as anyone else here.)

I still don't get this whole notion of cliques on the board, though - unless you count those who adhere exclusively or almost exclusively to one particular forum. I've only had issues with individual Ledgies rather than groups or cliques of them.

However, all that being said, I don't think that disagreements and even outright arguments and fighting are totally bad things. The boards would be rather dull indeed if all anybody did was talk about how great someone or something is. Brown-nosing is boring and – to say the least – not exactly beneficial for one's hygiene.

I totally agree. I dont mind a spirited discussion at all. very good points all

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by DavidMn

You know, what makes it easier for me is that it's usually very easy for me to get along with people. I'm actually a little shy, you wouldnt know it by how many times I've posted, but I just try to put what's in that thick head of mine out onto the page.

I know exactly what you mean. I'm considerably shy in "real life" and much more bold when I'm on this board. You're not the only one like that by any means.

[DavidMn]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

I know exactly what you mean. I'm considerably shy in "real life" and much more bold when I'm on this board. You're not the only one like that by any means.

I'm just glad we all have this outlet... otherwise youd have a bunch of postal Stevie fans out there, and that wouldnt be good. Although maybe we could just like take over Bulgaria and re-colonize it as Stevieland. thing is, who'd be president........??

[sparky]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

I know exactly what you mean. I'm considerably shy in "real life" and much more bold when I'm on this board. You're not the only one like that by any means.

You ? Shy ?

Get outta here.

BTW, is that Mariska Hargitay in your avatar ? If not, who is it ? She is HOT.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by sparky

You ? Shy ?

Get outta here.

I can't tell if you're being serious or joking. It's the blonde hair, or so I continue to blame it on that. Anyway, if you're not joking--yes, I am very shy and insecure in "real life." I have very few good friends. I'm friendly but don't say much unless I know someone really well. I usually let other people do the talking and I usually go on the assumption that no one wants to listen to me talk, anyway. Also, I tend to be very reserved and quiet at times because I'm also under the assumption that people won't like me when they find out I'm gay, as that has been the case on many occasions. The Ledge is a remarkable thing for me. I feel like I can be who I want to be on here rather than the awkward person I am in "real life" because of the homosexuality issue and all. I'm getting better and better about being who I want to be in "real life," though. One day I might even get the point where I can be generally outgoing and just not give a damn if someone doesn't like me for who I am, but I'm not there yet.

I know, I know--that answer was way too long.

Originally Posted by sparky

BTW, is that Mariska Hargitay in your avatar ? If not, who is it ? She is HOT.

Oh, Sparky, you're going to be so sorry you asked. That's Celine Dion. It's one of my favorite photos of her. Usually I don't like her look post dying her hair blonde (I prefer her natural look, also before she became a stick) but I just love that particular picture in spite of all of that.

[amber]

SPARKY THINKS CELINE DION IS HOT!!!!!!

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by amber

SPARKY THINKS CELINE DION IS HOT!!!!!!

[GypsySorcerer]

Originally Posted by amber

SPARKY THINKS CELINE DION IS HOT!!!!!!

That should be somebody's new sig.

[sparky]

Originally Posted by amber

SPARKY THINKS CELINE DION IS HOT!!!!!!

Amber, you suck.

Come on, she looks like Mariska in that photo, instead of her usual bad tranny look ( Hillary....)

[amber]

Originally Posted by sparky

Amber, you suck.

Come on, she looks like Mariska in that photo, instead of her usual bad tranny look ( Hillary....)

thanks.

[sparky]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

I can't tell if you're being serious or joking.

OF course I am serious.

It's the blonde hair, or so I continue to blame it on that. Anyway, if you're not joking--yes, I am very shy and insecure in "real life." I have very few good friends. I'm friendly but don't say much unless I know someone really well. I usually let other people do the talking and I usually go on the assumption that no one wants to listen to me talk, anyway. Also, I tend to be very reserved and quiet at times because I'm also under the assumption that people won't like me when they find out I'm gay, as that has been the case on many occasions. The Ledge is a remarkable thing for me. I feel like I can be who I want to be on here rather than the awkward person I am in "real life" because of the homosexuality issue and all. I'm getting better and better about being who I want to be in "real life," though. One day I might even get the point where I can be generally outgoing and just not give a damn if someone doesn't like me for who I am, but I'm not there yet.

Well, dear Hillary...you come across as outgoing, funny, sincere, and completely adorable. What I hope for is that soon you find a group of people and a community that will not even think your sexuality is an issue. They will not blink and consider themselves lucky to know someone as cool as you
Considering how many of us here in the ledge don't give a damn if someone doesn't like us, maybe some of it will rub off on you.

Oh, Sparky, you're going to be so sorry you asked. That's Celine Dion. It's one of my favorite photos of her. Usually I don't like her look post dying her hair blonde (I prefer her natural look, also before she became a stick) but I just love that particular picture in spite of all of that.

What a shock. You know her singing sickens me. But, hey, that picture looks hot. Like her or not, I am glad you dig her. More power to ya, homegirl.

[sparky]

Originally Posted by amber

thanks.

Oh COME ON. You know that I love you.

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by sparky

Well, dear Hillary...you come across as outgoing, funny, sincere, and completely adorable. What I hope for is that soon you find a group of people and a community that will not even think your sexuality is an issue. They will not blink and consider themselves lucky to know someone as cool as you
Considering how many of us here in the ledge don't give a damn if someone doesn't like us, maybe some of it will rub off on you.

Thank you so much for those compliments! And I think y'all do rub off on me to a degree. I've noticed it in my daily life in some cases. Sometimes I feel more equipped to be who I want to be and who I feel comfortable being because of my interactions with y'all. Also, I tend to bicker with my parents and friends a lot more. Can anyone imagine why?