Your in my head but why?

[½ ¡Ñ§ÅñË ®]

In the very limited time I’ve spent posting on this board I’m aware I’ve spoke open minded about sexual urges and other crazy crap but the Internet is kind of a playground for me. I watch a few message boards like this one and visit a few others that I’m guaranteed to get a good laugh out of.

I enjoy watching what you people post and how you interact with others on the Internet. I’m guilty of judging a few of you and I profile members that I find interesting. I believe that although our actions and the way we characterize ourselves online are one way, we probably act differently in the real world.

Recently I’ve pondered on what is the core reason our lives have been brought together on this board. The music and drama are one thing but the world is full of that. The lyrics in the music are just words. Although I find Stevie gorgeous the world is full of beautiful women. We’ve been touched deeply by something these artists have done at some point but we’re touched hopefully every day by something more realistic then what is going on here.

My question isn’t why are you a fan but rather why are you here? I would love to see responses to this thread remain without opinions toward others responding and will start first. I have what I think is a great relationship with Jesus but I find organized religion fake. Those knowing him might know fantasy and the surreal are frowned upon.

I’m a big Stevie fan and her career character should be something I frown upon but I find myself attracted to it. I enjoy anything ghostly or haunting but you would never know it by meeting me or seeing things I own. I’m single and would love to meet a woman Stevieish whatever that is but I’m comfortable being single.

There are plenty of other things I could be doing besides typing this but I’m curious to see your responses. I’m attracted to a few of you on a level we share but what are we sharing and does it really matter. What is the core reason were all here on this board? I know my mind doesn’t operate like the majority but I’m not insane. Why do I like watching you people? Do I want to know?

[amber]

Originally Posted by ½ ¡Ñ§ÅñË ®

. I believe that although our actions and the way we characterize ourselves online are one way, we probably act differently in the real world.
:

not me! at least, not very Can't really respond to the rest of your post. It was interesting, though.

[AliceLover]

Ill agree with Amber on this one. I once called someone an ass just because of their opinion and i do that in real life all the time lol.

Jimmy

[skcin]

I don't really know. I came here for Mac at first, to find people as in love with the band as I am since none of my friends & fam "get it."

But that doesn't explain why I'm still here or why I post on other subjects, now does it?

I do find myself saying to friends & fam "people on the board are really upset about such & such" or "there was a big fight on The Ledge last night" or "this girl I know from the internet told me blah-blah-blah."

I know this doesn't answer your question at all. I guess you just got me thinking. I just don't know what the hell it is we all want - do we just love to debate? Meet other people? (although not usually in person) Gossip? Joke around with one another? Try to prove our point, whether it's supporting gay marriage or supporting Stevie wearing a different dress?

That's all - it's Friday night, I should be drinkin', not thinkin'

Paula

[jadegypsy]

I'll agree with the others on this, as to what you "hear" from me is what i am, although a bit more polite and "clean minded..." but otherwise my beliefs are what they are...

As for why I'm here, hey I get all the music news I can handle, some great laughs, some different viewpoints, some interesting stories and overall I just find the people interesting...Of course I'm not a notoriously "social" person, I prefer a good book over a good party most of the time so this forum is kinda like social hour without having the problem of having to "dress-up" and go out...

[amber]

Originally Posted by skcin

I don't really know. I came here for Mac at first, to find people as in love with the band as I am since none of my friends & fam "get it."

But that doesn't explain why I'm still here or why I post on other subjects, now does it?

I do find myself saying to friends & fam "people on the board are really upset about such & such" or "there was a big fight on The Ledge last night" or "this girl I know from the internet told me blah-blah-blah."

I know this doesn't answer your question at all. I guess you just got me thinking. I just don't know what the hell it is we all want - do we just love to debate? Meet other people? (although not usually in person) Gossip? Joke around with one another? Try to prove our point, whether it's supporting gay marriage or supporting Stevie wearing a different dress?

That's all - it's Friday night, I should be drinkin', not thinkin'

Paula

why not do both, like me? hehehe. But, I like it because of all the things you mentioned. It's fun to talk to people about "other stuff", still knowing that they love the Mac. Plus, i do love hearing different people's opinions...

[GateandGarden]

Hey 1/2 Insane,

(If I knew your real name I would call you that, since I'm sure it's kinder ).

I found your post very interesing. A lot of what interests you interests me as well, yet I still don't know exactly how to respond to it. But I'll try.

I often wonder if the people around here are like they are in real life. In some ways, I'm not. I'm much more shy and loath to express how I feel in real life, unless I'm with very close friends or family. When I can write to people and I don't have to look them in the eye, I tend to be more honest, and I'm much more capable of debating/arguing. I almost always shy away from that in real life. But you can look at it another way--I am more myself on these message boards, because I am not nearly as afraid to speak my mind. But I am also more open to people in real life because I refuse to share certain things on the Internet, such as photos of myself and information about where I live (beyond Louisiana I don't narrow it down more than that). Sometimes I think I come off as too vocal and blatantly honest, and I often wonder if others who could also be perceived that way are being that way only because this board is an outlet, and its sometimes their places to vent as well.

I came here because I love Stevie and Fleetwood Mac, and because I heard all kinds of interesting things about this board when I started posting on the BuckinghamNicks and Legboards. Everyone made this place sound fun. I found that it was even better for me when I found out how liberal so many of the people are. So, this place has become more than a place to talk about my favorite band--it's a place of comfort. I can't even go to a public bathroom at my university without seeing "Kerry is Evil--He's 4 the Fags" scribbled on the walls. I'm surrounded by hateful, ignorant people, and I come here and realize that the whole world isn't like that. And I know that there are people here going through what I'm going through who can understand. It's a wonderful feeling.

And I was very interested in your comment about being attracted to certain people on the board. I doubt I know exactly what you mean, but I've found myself drawn to people on message boards for the couple of years I've been active on message boards in general. It's amazing how some of these people get me through the day, and I find myself thinking about them when I'm not on the board. I think I would like to meet some of them because I really appreciate and understand many of the things they say. I often find myself wondering what people look like and trying to picture them. But I feel that it's a little hypocritical in a way, since I don't want to post pictures of myself, and I just don't think of it as appropriate to meet people I talk to online, regardles of what kind of relationship I'm after. (I guess that's the traditional side of me coming out). Compared to real life relationships, these are quite superficial, yet, at the same time, the people on these message boards have the power to make my day much brighter when things have gone wrong.

Hillary

[amber]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

Hey 1/2 Insane,

(If I knew your real name I would call you that, since I'm sure it's kinder ).

I found your post very interesing. A lot of what interests you interests me as well, yet I still don't know exactly how to respond to it. But I'll try.

I often wonder if the people around here are like they are in real life. In some ways, I'm not. I'm much more shy and loath to express how I feel in real life, unless I'm with very close friends or family. When I can write to people and I don't have to look them in the eye, I tend to be more honest, and I'm much more capable of debating/arguing. I almost always shy away from that in real life. But you can look at it another way--I am more myself on these message boards, because I am not nearly as afraid to speak my mind. But I am also more open to people in real life because I refuse to share certain things on the Internet, such as photos of myself and information about where I live (beyond Louisiana I don't narrow it down more than that). Sometimes I think I come off as too vocal and blatantly honest, and I often wonder if others who could also be perceived that way are being that way only because this board is an outlet, and its sometimes their places to vent as well.

I came here because I love Stevie and Fleetwood Mac, and because I heard all kinds of interesting things about this board when I started posting on the BuckinghamNicks and Legboards. Everyone made this place sound fun. I found that it was even better for me when I found out how liberal so many of the people are. So, this place has become more than a place to talk about my favorite band--it's a place of comfort. I can't even go to a public bathroom at my university without seeing "Kerry is Evil--He's 4 the Fags" scribbled on the walls. I'm surrounded by hateful, ignorant people, and I come here and realize that the whole world isn't like that. And I know that there are people here going through what I'm going through who can understand. It's a wonderful feeling.

And I was very interested in your comment about being attracted to certain people on the board. I doubt I know exactly what you mean, but I've found myself drawn to people on message boards for the couple of years I've been active on message boards in general. It's amazing how some of these people get me through the day, and I find myself thinking about them when I'm not on the board. I think I would like to meet some of them because I really appreciate and understand many of the things they say. I often find myself wondering what people look like and trying to picture them. But I feel that it's a little hypocritical in a way, since I don't want to post pictures of myself, and I just don't think of it as appropriate to meet people I talk to online, regardles of what kind of relationship I'm after. (I guess that's the traditional side of me coming out). Compared to real life relationships, these are quite superficial, yet, at the same time, the people on these message boards have the power to make my day much brighter when things have gone wrong.

Hillary

I know you weren't talking to me, but...awww, you're so sweet...and i don't think anyone thinks you're too opinionated, or whatever...but look who's talking! I just always thought you were sweet...

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by amber

I know you weren't talking to me, but...awww, you're so sweet...and i don't think anyone thinks you're too opinionated, or whatever...but look who's talking! I just always thought you were sweet...

And I've always thought you've been so sweet to me! Thanks so much! I don't know what life's going to throw at me in the next few years and how busy I'll be, but I really hope I continue to have time to hang out here for years to come because you guys really do rock.

Hillary

[takenbythesky]

Originally Posted by GateandGarden

So, this place has become more than a place to talk about my favorite band--it's a place of comfort. I can't even go to a public bathroom at my university without seeing "Kerry is Evil--He's 4 the Fags" scribbled on the walls. I'm surrounded by hateful, ignorant people, and I come here and realize that the whole world isn't like that. And I know that there are people here going through what I'm going through who can understand. It's a wonderful feeling.

Compared to real life relationships, these are quite superficial, yet, at the same time, the people on these message boards have the power to make my day much brighter when things have gone wrong.

Hillary

I'm glad that the people here have given you a respite from the hatred you've experienced. I, too, experience difficulty with people over my "difference": being temporarily disabled. And, as for making people's day's brighter? Hillary, you've done that with your post for me.

-Justin

[amber]

Originally Posted by takenbythesky

I'm glad that the people here have given you a respite from the hatred you've experienced. I, too, experience difficulty with people over my "difference": being temporarily disabled. And, as for making people's day's brighter? Hillary, you've done that with your post for me.

-Justin

Takie, check PM's

[GateandGarden]

Originally Posted by takenbythesky

I'm glad that the people here have given you a respite from the hatred you've experienced. I, too, experience difficulty with people over my "difference": being temporarily disabled. And, as for making people's day's brighter? Hillary, you've done that with your post for me.

-Justin

Wow! Thanks Justin! I'm really glad that I could be helpful.

Hillary

[strandinthewind]

Originally Posted by Lux

Personally, I'm a schizophrenic, multi-personalitied serial killer. I find my lust for human suffering a bit draining from time to time and Number 6 in particular likes to unwind and catch up with some gravely deceived FM fans. I enjoy their acceptance of my grotesque flaws and disturbances cravings. They recognise that while I might be a blood thirsty, knife wielding maniac, I too have a spirit. A spirit I've learnt to let them touch, sometimes even grope. And that is why am opened wide and always back for more.

Put down the bong darlin

[amber]

Originally Posted by Lux

Personally, I'm a schizophrenic, multi-personalitied serial killer. I find my lust for human suffering a bit draining from time to time and Number 6 in particular likes to unwind and catch up with some gravely deceived FM fans. I enjoy their acceptance of my grotesque flaws and disturbances cravings. They recognise that while I might be a blood thirsty, knife wielding maniac, I too have a spirit. A spirit I've learnt to let them touch, sometimes even grope. And that is why am opened wide and always back for more.

Stop!
Bwah!

[hayley]

Hillary, you're a sweet girl. Don't lose that. Don't lose heart, and don't lose faith. Good things come to good people. Call me naive, but that belief hasn't been beaten out of me yet. Even if things in the world aren't right- you still have the ability to make things for yourself alright, and that's all anybody in this world can ask for- find comfort and happiness in yourself, and if the rest of the world doesn't come along for the ride? That's alright.

That's probably better suited for a P.M., but, hey- I don't do that whole P.M. thing. Bah.

Why am I here? The Ledge is a hard habit to break. I started posting here pre-Dance. I was fifteen. I haven't grown out of this place yet. Even if I don't fit in anymore here, even if it's not the same- there's something that keeps me coming back. I've loved the political discussions here, too, in the last year. Oh, how. Keeps the spirit up to know there are people fighting the good fight, and singing "Gypsy" while they do it.