Thread: What do you lot think?

Originally Posted by barneycg

... the calling all women thread that Viola started, in which I even posted reminding the guys posting to keep it on track but which seems to have gone slightly off topic, a process in which I also took part in to my embarrassment (though the topic drift has as much to do with the ladies posting as the guys).
The important thing is the ladies feel like they are welcomed.

I also took part in Violas thread and I guess I am also part to blame for it going off topic. But this discussion itself is kinda takin THIS thread off topic.

Perhaps my style of post, the content I put in and my reactions to other peoples posts are things I should start to censor for you all.....

Oh and Bruno it seems your definition of 'asking' and mine are very different. I would NOT say that Dons word choice was one of an 'asking' tone. But then again thats probably my mis-interpretation....

Originally Posted by sidneykidney

Oh and Bruno it seems your definition of 'asking' and mine are very different. I would NOT say that Dons word choice was one of an 'asking' tone. But then again thats probably my mis-interpretation....

+1 on Bruno's comments.

I think you should consider Don's warning for just what it is. It's a direct statement that the Women on the Forum thread would not be allowed to go OT. Absent that, you would have taken the thread off topic and this discussion would be taking place there instead of here. You are still encouraged to express your opinion, just not on that thread. It's not censorship or segregation, nor is it a big deal (in my opinion). The intent is to encourage the Ladies to become more of a part of the mainstream here at SRP.

Originally Posted by Bruno

The reason Don is asking the males not to post is that we want to hear from the ladies. If Don didn't ask, it would probably end up looking like the project coochie razor thread, with 200 posts of males and a handful posts of ladies who'd rather not post in a thread with half a dozen guys asking for pic of the areas to be shaved.

The reason for Don's thread is specifically to get the ladies perspective on creating a ladies corner.

Exactly. I used to be a member of a forum for mothers (when I was thinking about having kids and wanted some support), and there was a dedicated father's section where the men could talk about the issues we discussed from their perspective without dozens of "it's so good to see men taking an interest" posts (which popped up every time one of the men posted in the main area of the forum).

I don't see it as sexism or segregation. It's just a way to keep things orderly. I don't think a women's section here is necessary, but I know I would have joined up sooner if there had been one when I first found the forum, so having one would probably be a good way to help more women feel comfortable here.

I think perhaps SK was mainly concerned about the large and bold writing saying our (mens) posts would be deleted. Also the fact that there has never (in my time here) been any rules like that, which state deletion will occur is so and so comments on such and such a thread, that kinda takes away the feeling of this place. I tend to agree with SK's OP.

That was something that cheesed me off, yes. Could you tell?

I think that thread in particular had a specific purpose. To find the lidies who are out there on the board probably mostly quiet. If there is a need for a womens only area I'm sure this would be the only way to figure it out.

I also have seen exactly the type of thing Lilith is talking about. try to find information on a sewing forum. You ask a question and get a thousand responses of "its nice to see a man who sews" and no one adresses your question so you leave. The same thing happens when a woman posts on a tractor forum I read, they are very polite to her but its hard for her to get past the chatter to the informatin she wants. I think we've proven the same thing can happen here.

Let me put in my two cents and then I'll say no more. It sounds to me like a grown man whining about nothing! If any of you paid any attention to the banned from B&B thread you'll note that we men don't generally listen to the authorities around here until they have asked us several times to knock it off. The fact that you posted in the ladies thread anyways and then started this thread strikes me a little like my six year old, so who can blame Don for raising his tone.

I think its great to have a womens forum also! I wanted to say so in the womens thread, but of course I wasn't allowed so I am glad you afforded me that chance!

Originally Posted by LilithParker

Exactly. I used to be a member of a forum for mothers (when I was thinking about having kids and wanted some support), and there was a dedicated father's section where the men could talk about the issues we discussed from their perspective without dozens of "it's so good to see men taking an interest" posts (which popped up every time one of the men posted in the main area of the forum).

I don't see it as sexism or segregation. It's just a way to keep things orderly. I don't think a women's section here is necessary, but I know I would have joined up sooner if there had been one when I first found the forum, so having one would probably be a good way to help more women feel comfortable here.

+1 I agree. If we have a place for the ladies to chat, maybe we can get more ladies to explore the world of straights.. They would benefit from the knowledge gathered in "the mail" threads and also have a place where they might feel more comfortable discussing other issues that we men probably know nothing about. In the long run it also helps SRP, as new members mean more new thoughs and ideas. It's a win win.

As far as Don's origional post, he probably could've worded it a little differantly, but I took it that he wanted a chance to talk to the ladies without our chiming in with silly posts. I'm as guilty as anyone. I know quite alot of us helped Viola's thread in the newbies section devolve into silliness.

IMHO, I don't see a problem with it. Over at B&B we have a section for Contributers only and it's no biggie. With all the different sections around here on all the different topics that come up I don't see an issue for having a Women Only section.

As for Don, all of my dealings with him have been quite pleasant. I am quite confidant that he didn't mean anything personal when he posted that - he just wants us guys to understand that he wants feedback from the women on the forum. People are taking things way too seriously lately......we should be more concerned with getting new people to sign up and participate in the community and from there helping guide them on their shaving journeys......

.....my two cents.

Originally Posted by JMS

Let me put in my two cents and then I'll say no more. It sounds to me like a grown man whining about nothing! If any of you paid any attention to the banned from B&B thread you'll note that we men don't generally listen to the authorities around here until they have asked us several times to knock it off. The fact that you posted in the ladies thread anyways and then started this thread strikes me a little like my six year old, so who can blame Don for raising his tone.

I think its great to have a womens forum also! I wanted to say so in the womens thread, but of course I wasn't allowed so I am glad you afforded me that chance!

Woah! What brought that on?

FYI JMS Don posted in huge black letters before I wrote anything. You'll need to get that right. So it seems to me that perhaps someone else posted who wasnt female and he felt the need to BIG HUGE BOLD BLACK his 'asking'.

Second I had to start this thread to discuss that one because my posts would be deleted elsewhere. I felt I had a point to make and I was being restricted from doing so.

I also agree, its great we have women who want to join our forum. Personally I cant imagine where i'd be without the help and support of some of our women (you know who you are ).

I am left a little uncertain however. This post, in fact parts of this thread have felt less like a discussion and more like an attack on me. This is the second time in two separate threads I have found myself considering my level of participation and my membership of this forum.

If I have caused offence then it was not my intention.