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What has surprised you about Lushstories.com? A question for readers and writers alike.
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Quote by LittleBambi
I'm sorry, what? People that have no talent with, or interest in, writing erotica shouldn't be allowed to use the site's functions? I have an avatar, profile and a private image gallery but because I haven't submitted a story (not even a really crappy one) I shouldn't be allowed to utilise the site's functions?
Sorry that you don't feel that people should contribute before they partake. You are welcome to all of the chat room cruisers, especially those asking for more stories, more pics and more personal info, while they remain a blank page. I'll continue to block them.
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Sorry that you don't feel that people should contribute before they partake. You are welcome to all of the chat room cruisers, especially those asking for more stories, more pics and more personal info, while they remain a blank page. I'll continue to block them.
It's one thing to say that the 'blank' profiles that 'ask for more' shouldn't be allowed to partake (although I still disagree with this thought) and quite another to say that those who have posted no stories shouldn't be allowed to partake in the site's functions. If you meant purely those described above then you should have been more clear in your initial wording.
Regardless I think they absolutely should be allowed to partake... it takes a lot of people awhile to get to grips with how the site works - and how to get along amicably on it. What would encourage people to stay if they weren't able to explore the site and participate before deciding it's worth their time to fill out their profile etc.
I am definitely in the minority in this particular community in the sense that I won't ignore those with no avatar, profile etc... if they can strike up a good conversation that doesn't involve asking about my sex life, what I'm wearing, informing me how hard and/or horny they are then they stand a perfectly good chance with me. Yes, if they are planning to stick around, it is lazy not to fill anything in...but so what? I definitely have my lazy moments in life.
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Sorry that you don't feel that people should contribute before they partake. You are welcome to all of the chat room cruisers, especially those asking for more stories, more pics and more personal info, while they remain a blank page. I'll continue to block them.
I get that. But we want to be welcoming, not exclusive and exclusionary. As it is, everyone gets to create the experience that they wish for. You, for instance, can block anyone you wish. And the casual surfer gets to be a part of a site filled with interesting stories and people.
I also agree that you get what you put into this place- and usually more.
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I think there should be a common sense test that new members take as part of the sign up process... Nothing crazy, 20 questions or so. If they miss more than 5, no forum privileges. Its a fair system...
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I think there should be a common sense test that new members take as part of the sign up process... Nothing crazy, 20 questions or so. If they miss more than 5, no forum privileges. Its a fair system...
I would LOVE to see your example questions...
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I would LOVE to see your example questions...
don't ask .... one of his questions might be about donkeypunches .... then you'll be sorry you asked
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don't ask .... one of his questions might be about donkeypunches .... then you'll be sorry you asked
Nahhhh, that would be in his "What's your personality type?" section of the questionnaire
That comes after you've been accepted...
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The pride
The mud slinging
The powerfully erotic stories I've read
-thanks authors, for sharing!
The controversy between what users say/do
The inordinate amount of time I spend on here
The mud slinging
The powerfully erotic stories I've read
-thanks authors, for sharing!
The controversy between what users say/do
The inordinate amount of time I spend on here
Are you truly awake?
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The pride
The mud slinging
The powerfully erotic stories I've read
-thanks authors, for sharing!
The controversy between what users say/do
The inordinate amount of time I spend on here
Here, here. I second that and wouldn't have it any other way LOL
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I guess I should not be surprised that some people are givers, some takers, and some give equally to what they receive. The surprise is that there are so many takers that do not give back. They shall leech and grovel in their shallowness.
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http://www.lushstories.com/stories/straight-sex/passionate-danger-part-ii.aspx
http://www.lushstories.com/stories/straight-sex/passionate-danger-part-ii.aspx
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Here, here. I second that and wouldn't have it any other way LOL
LOL I don't think I'd change it either
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What has surprised you about Lushstories.com?
How a small, but powerful circle can control the outcome and in a way lush by threats. I still love lush, but I am very surprised and disappointed. I say next time they get their nickers in a knot over trying to make lush a friendlier place, call their bluff LOL You will see I am right; they are not protecting lush but themselves and their circle of friends.
and how easily it is to feel betrayed by your friends
How a small, but powerful circle can control the outcome and in a way lush by threats. I still love lush, but I am very surprised and disappointed. I say next time they get their nickers in a knot over trying to make lush a friendlier place, call their bluff LOL You will see I am right; they are not protecting lush but themselves and their circle of friends.
and how easily it is to feel betrayed by your friends
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Quote by Magical_felix
I think there should be a common sense test that new members take as part of the sign up process...
Yeah, I had suggested something along those lines a while back...actually, a sanity test...Xuani might recall, I think we talked about it...
We decided it wouldn't be a good idea though because the two or so Lush members that would be left wouldn't have much to talk about...
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Yeah, I had suggested something along those lines a while back...actually, a sanity test...Xuani might recall, I think we talked about it...
We decided it wouldn't be a good idea though because the two or so Lush members that would be left wouldn't have much to talk about...
LOL correct. And you and I would've been so frustrated, reading their boring posts, unable to retort.
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LOL correct. And you and I would've been so frustrated, reading their boring posts, unable to retort.
Didn't take enough LadyX? Now I can't have an opinion or thought without having veiled comments left after mine? Why not retort? You had no problems being very personal to me when the favor wasn't returned or even started. Don't forget, I suggested, not suspended.
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I think you should relax. Nobody's posting anything in reference to you, Fugs.
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I think you should relax. Nobody's posting anything in reference to you, Fugs.
I am relaxed
I know how this works. Not directed at you - Not lush related.
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What has surprised you about Lushstories.com?
I enjoy pretty much everything Lush has to offer, by Lush of course I mean the founders and members that make it what it is. It has something for every one.
I find lately though I get an enormous giggle in the forums, watching the little skirmishes unfold. Like what's been posted above^^^^^. Sometimes I back away quietly other times I add
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I'd just like to thank Nicola, Gav, the moderators and verifyers for giving me Lush.
I enjoy pretty much everything Lush has to offer, by Lush of course I mean the founders and members that make it what it is. It has something for every one.
I find lately though I get an enormous giggle in the forums, watching the little skirmishes unfold. Like what's been posted above^^^^^. Sometimes I back away quietly other times I add
. I'd just like to thank Nicola, Gav, the moderators and verifyers for giving me Lush.
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That people behind lush take the rules & regulations concerning online adult contents seriously. Sure, us users have the final accountability for our actions, but lush doesn't slack off n their responsibilities to inform us beforehand (and even as i'm writing this) of what we're really getting into when we're on the site.
Makes me think of a properly labeled product, with explicit warnings & no fine prints.
Kudos to Lush.
Makes me think of a properly labeled product, with explicit warnings & no fine prints.
Kudos to Lush.
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What has surprised me about Lush is the friendships I have made here. I never expected to go beyond the persona I made when I joined (all true, just with holding certain facts). I intended to remain anonymous, never venturing beyond these "walls". As of last week, I have met 10 lushies IRL, plus have spoken to four or five more on the phone or voice. A good number know my name, my age and more. Two have been in my home, one staying with me for three weeks. I have also become far from anonymous, talking with many people in the chat rooms and the forums with many people who are not on my friends list.
I was surprised at just how friendly and real many of the members I have met are. And I do love the ease of using the site and the process to verify stories. Both are far better than some other sites I have been on. I credit the vision of Nicola and Gav for that. Mods are accessible and friendly for the most part, and always willing to help. I do love this site!
I was surprised at just how friendly and real many of the members I have met are. And I do love the ease of using the site and the process to verify stories. Both are far better than some other sites I have been on. I credit the vision of Nicola and Gav for that. Mods are accessible and friendly for the most part, and always willing to help. I do love this site!
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I agree with Adele, whose post immediately precedes this one. Lush has been a place to make lasting and caring friendships and to feel like an equal to the people I meet.
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I was surprised that the people on here are real too. I have had wonderful chats of all kinds... My soldiers and my readers have also become my friends...
It has been eye opening...
The other surprise for me was how much readers contribute to the stories I write or the ones that are requested of me to write...
It has been the most fun I have ever had on a computer...
Thanks to all the wonderful people on here... Y'all know who ya are!!
It has been eye opening...
The other surprise for me was how much readers contribute to the stories I write or the ones that are requested of me to write...
It has been the most fun I have ever had on a computer...
Thanks to all the wonderful people on here... Y'all know who ya are!!
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I have found a lot of very accepting persons, though there have been a few who just don't get it. Most all the authors are friendly and great to talk with. There are several that have been more then accommodating. I hope to one day remember those lessons from creative writing class back in the stone age so that maybe I to can contribute to the wealth of this site. Yes comments given are contributing, but to have ones story published is more so.
As many have said, thank you to those that created and run this site. You have rekindled a flame that was going out due to not finding IRW.
I wish I could get to know special friends outside, but for me, my persona is in the fantasy world for near term.
Again Lush, thank you for play space and new friends............
As many have said, thank you to those that created and run this site. You have rekindled a flame that was going out due to not finding IRW.
I wish I could get to know special friends outside, but for me, my persona is in the fantasy world for near term.
Again Lush, thank you for play space and new friends............
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The camaraderie I've experienced. Lush is like a happy little gated community in comparison to these other social networks. And I like how it's not JUST about the sex, but there are people here worth knowing. It makes me really proud to be apart of something like this. I also enjoy the healthy debates every once in a while.
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I'm surprised by how much more open-minded I've become, and how 'bonded' I feel to this great site. I've experienced for myself, and indeed watched others experience, the emotional highs and lows from relationships born here, but now I sit content with both the friends I have made through Lush and indeed the more limited time I now have to spend here since returning to work. Getting a limpet off a rock would be easier than persuading me to leave!
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I've barely been here a week and have been delighted at how nice people are and not seeing any trolls. I was on another site and it wasn't as user friendly or as people friendly as Lush is. It was completely free which might make a bit of difference. I'm enjoying this immensely.
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I've been surprised (and pleased) at my not having been tossed off the site, yet.
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a place to gossip, share news, talk sports, pimp a story, piss & moan, or just grab a drink. Check it out.
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Only one thing still surprises me... this place is addictive !
I like the way you make me feel even when I'm nowhere near...
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I love the site--great people and some men that I adore to pieces.
*heart shaped eyes*