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17 years ago
I got blocked today for posting what seemed like an innocuous comment. Someone didn't like that their picture was removed; they were insisting that if their picture be removed, everyone else's would.
I think in an attempt to feel like they were in control, they went on a HUGE trolling binge, I guess in an attempt to inflame others into posting to his account, and then blocked them. I think it made him feel powerful to 'eliminate' everyone from conversation who didn't coincide with him. What's ironic is that the conversation started based on how a lot of people don't seem to like what he likes. His journal on his page talks about how everyone else's opinion doesn't matter; obviously they don't matter to him, or else he'd probably be a little bit more social. What I think is most intriguing is his assertions that HIS opinion on everyone ELSE *did* seem to matter.
Well, that, and the insistence that his page, journal, etc, were all *his* part of his sandbox, or whatnot. He made a big point of saying that it was *his* space and that he could do whatever he wanted to it; but what he was trying to do was to enforce his space onto everyone else's, space, as well. Still, it's just harmless ranting, I Think.
I think, personally, that the owners of the site have a HUGE load on their hands, I think they do what they can, but they AREN'T parental figures; they are not there to kiss every booboo and make everything right. I do think they are around to help, and ARE helpful.
I never thought I'd be blocked, but I guess I talked about something that had rubbed the guy the wrong way. I hope I don't become as quick to judge someone in my old age as he is. I guess he just felt insecure, and trapped.
My blessings go out to him, regardless.
I think in an attempt to feel like they were in control, they went on a HUGE trolling binge, I guess in an attempt to inflame others into posting to his account, and then blocked them. I think it made him feel powerful to 'eliminate' everyone from conversation who didn't coincide with him. What's ironic is that the conversation started based on how a lot of people don't seem to like what he likes. His journal on his page talks about how everyone else's opinion doesn't matter; obviously they don't matter to him, or else he'd probably be a little bit more social. What I think is most intriguing is his assertions that HIS opinion on everyone ELSE *did* seem to matter.
Well, that, and the insistence that his page, journal, etc, were all *his* part of his sandbox, or whatnot. He made a big point of saying that it was *his* space and that he could do whatever he wanted to it; but what he was trying to do was to enforce his space onto everyone else's, space, as well. Still, it's just harmless ranting, I Think.
I think, personally, that the owners of the site have a HUGE load on their hands, I think they do what they can, but they AREN'T parental figures; they are not there to kiss every booboo and make everything right. I do think they are around to help, and ARE helpful.
I never thought I'd be blocked, but I guess I talked about something that had rubbed the guy the wrong way. I hope I don't become as quick to judge someone in my old age as he is. I guess he just felt insecure, and trapped.
My blessings go out to him, regardless.
Anyway, rambling aside, sorry to hear that you got treated so. I happen to know you're a sweet guy, and am sorry this person felt they had to do that to you. I'm sure it was undeserved. *hugs tight*
Later, fuzzy!
Thanks! I'm probably not all that sweet, and I *probably* deserved it. I'm just making my own little post about it as a sort of milestone post. :)
Take care, big n handsome :)
Now see? That's what you did wrong! You posted a productive idea that didn't involve pointless bitching and required actual effort or contribution BACK to a site that gives so much. People seem to forget that this service is being provided virtually for free, yet so many bitch at them ungratefully as if owed something. Its the same thing that happens with artists too. They do their work for free, and people demand more of them, or flip out when the artist has the audacity to ask for money in return for a commission.
As for you, you're sweet, deal with it, get over it, because my opinion is the only one that matters. Sound familiar? *smirks*
So perhaps this is the advice i'm exposing "joke em if they can't take a ()uck". place a ph where you need to.
Or just like in hockey as a goalie and get the puck outa' here.
don't let it bother you is perhaps even more to the point. one day they might even forgive you back... maybe.
How *do* you block someone? I guess since they didn't post on my journal I have no way of knowing how to do that. Oh well, I guess I'd rather not investmy self THAT much into the idea. There's all sorts of alts and stuff that can be done.
LOL, funny puns.
Thank you for the advice, it's already mostly a moot point with me, since I had some sleep. Forgiveness is divine, y'know? Take care of yourself big guy, make sure to draw more pictures of horses being abused. ;)