Steps on how to block a member of this site from your feed...

[Newtdad]

This is what the Mods told me: " Use the link below. Add user you want to block here. They will see your posts though."

https://www.companyofmen.org/ignore

 

So if you're tired of seeing posts, reactions, and DMs from any of the members (for example, you're tired of me, yours truly). You can add that person on that ignore list! You'll never see any of their stuff. They'll still see the stuff you post though, which is not too bad (It'll let them still obsess getting your attention, and they can still respond to your posts, but they won't know you've ignored their existence.)

Also, Ask for more clarification in the “ask a moderator” sub forum if you need more help. Happy Browsing!

[+ MysticMenace]

Who are you blocking? You can tell me, I won't leak it. LOL

[+ nycman]

2 hours ago, MysticMenace said:

Who are you blocking? You can tell me, I won't leak it. LOL

Oh God, I hope it’s me!

[Newtdad]

15 hours ago, MysticMenace said:

Who are you blocking? You can tell me, I won't leak it. LOL

Ok... Maybe I'll tell you. 😘

[SouthOfTheBorder]

16 hours ago, MysticMenace said:

Who are you blocking? You can tell me, I won't leak it. LOL

LOL - there is one person routinely referenced as “most ignored” here & the other site.  Entire threads about muting that individual - I’ll bet it’s the same one

[marylander1940]

2 hours ago, SouthOfTheBorder said:

LOL - there is one person routinely referenced as “most ignored” here & the other site.  Entire threads about muting that individual - I’ll bet it’s the same one

Welcome back!

[SouthOfTheBorder]

hint - on the other site, they name him.  same user name here btw 

Edited April 16, 2024 by SouthOfTheBorder

[+ APPLE1]

11 hours ago, SouthOfTheBorder said:

on the other site,

The other site???

[SouthOfTheBorder]

4 hours ago, APPLE1 said:

The other site???

gayguides.com in the forums

The “other site” is  much discussed here.  It’s fun to visit for laughs bc it’s so ridiculous - just don’t join as a member bc it has security issues, frequent warnings by Microsoft, etc….

some crossover between here & there - the usual suspects with way too much time 

Edited April 17, 2024 by SouthOfTheBorder

[+ APPLE1]

15 hours ago, SouthOfTheBorder said:

gayguides.com in the forums

The “other site” is  much discussed here.  It’s fun to visit for laughs bc it’s so ridiculous - just don’t join as a member bc it has security issues, frequent warnings by Microsoft, etc….

Thanks for the answer. Yeah, been there. I see no need to add that site to my bookmarks list.

Edited April 18, 2024 by APPLE1

[SouthOfTheBorder]

“I blocked him, he's useless and misinterprets everything as though he's the expert and the almighty of morals, on a board for gay whores, smh
My experience vastly overshadows his....in matters that I comment on..... I must have offended him by saying this, Chunky, older & queeny....hit too close to home for him, 😛
I highly recommend the ignore button, for him too.”

 

[marylander1940]

4 hours ago, SouthOfTheBorder said:

“I blocked him, he's useless and misinterprets everything as though he's the expert and the almighty of morals, on a board for gay whores, smh
My experience vastly overshadows his....in matters that I comment on..... I must have offended him by saying this, Chunky, older & queeny....hit too close to home for him, 😛
I highly recommend the ignore button, for him too.”

 

Taking this slightly off subject.... 

• Can we please avoid using the W word? We don't want escorts calling us: losers, socially awkward, old, out of shape, johns, etc.
• Fat shaming in 2024? 

[+ APPLE1]

14 hours ago, marylander1940 said:

Can we please avoid using the W word?

I dont think we can. People are certainly going to have individualized objections to any number of words. However, restricting the cultural voice of others here is unnecessary. 

When your sexuality is the stand out factor that makes you divergent from the norm, it becomes an important part of your culture. It's a culture steeped in a rich tradition of freedom and expression regarding sex. That culture, and the freedoms that come with it, were fiercely fought for by many.

It typically allows us to freely have discussions about sex, and use any number of sexual terms, without shame or embarrassment. And while still in some ways, we may not be able to have those discussions, and use those terms, in "polite" society at large, there is absolutely no reason we shouldn't embrace and celebrate the tolerance to have those discussions, and use those terms, within our own community.   

[marylander1940]

14 hours ago, marylander1940 said:

Taking this slightly off subject.... 

• Can we please avoid using the W word? We don't want escorts calling us: losers, socially awkward, old, out of shape, nerd, geek, johns, etc.
• Fat shaming in 2024? 

 

18 minutes ago, APPLE1 said:

I dont think we can. People are certainly going to have individualized objections to any number of words. However, restricting the cultural voice of others here is unnecessary. 

When your sexuality is the stand out factor that makes you divergent from the norm, it becomes an important part of your culture. It's a culture steeped in a rich tradition of freedom and expression regarding sex. That culture, and the freedoms that come with it, were fiercely fought for by many.

It typically allows us to freely have discussions about sex, and use any number of sexual terms, without shame or embarrassment. And while still in some ways, we may not be able to have those discussions, and use those terms, in "polite" society at large, there is absolutely no reason we shouldn't embrace and celebrate the tolerance to have those discussions, and use those terms, within our own community.   

Please quote my full post. 

Thank you!

Edited April 28, 2024 by marylander1940

[viewing ownly]

21 hours ago, SouthOfTheBorder said:

“I blocked him, he's useless and misinterprets everything as though he's the expert and the almighty of morals, on a board for gay whores, smh
My experience vastly overshadows his....in matters that I comment on..... I must have offended him by saying this, Chunky, older & queeny....hit too close to home for him, 😛
I highly recommend the ignore button, for him too.”

 

Chunky, older and queeny sounds like a clever ice cream flavor. Jerry? Ben? You paying attention? (To the "I don't get it" crowd, Ben & Jerry are an ice cream manufacturer based in Vermont, sold in stores all over the place).

[SouthOfTheBorder]

5 hours ago, APPLE1 said:

It typically allows us to freely have discussions about sex, and use any number of sexual terms, without shame or embarrassment. And while still in some ways, we may not be able to have those discussions, and use those terms, in "polite" society at large, there is absolutely no reason we shouldn't embrace and celebrate the tolerance to have those discussions, and use those terms, within our own community

thank you for this - one of the most thoughtful & wise comments I’ve ever seen here.  this is a site where the core subject of interest is sex in context of providers, reviews & all things related - there is no confusion about that. It’s a place for free expression about topics that are typically off-limits elsewhere.

Yet, there are members using this site who attempt to control the narrative, censor and limit those expressions.  It’s not because they’re offended - they just don’t like the person posting or they just might disagree.  Typically, these are the people keeping the mods busy with their constant reporting & complaints. The “Karens” of the forum 

I’ve noticed a pattern among a few here whose sole presence is to find fault with the people who post about their real experiences, travel, etc.  instead of contributing something worthwhile, they zero in on grammar, spelling, politically correct terminology, etc simply to undermine the real experience conveyed.  Seems like a waste of time, but they need something to fill their days.  It’s all about their own jealousy & boredom in the end, not making a real contribution. 

And yes - the best way to deal with them is to place them on ignore.  I’ve often thought it would be fun to share our “ignored lists” - likely a definite no-no & that would make them crazy for sure.  
 

 

[soloyo215]

Didn't know about the ignore feature. Thanks for sharing about that. I have no plans on using it, though. I don't block people. I put them in their place.

[+ WilliamM]

On 4/27/2024 at 8:15 AM, marylander1940 said:

Taking this slightly off subject.... 

• Can we please avoid using the W word? We don't want escorts calling us: losers, socially awkward, old, out of shape, johns, etc.
• Fat shaming in 2024? 

I didn't know you still fancy yourself as a monitor  at this site 😉 

Edited April 28, 2024 by WilliamM

[Cooper]

Administrator’s Message:

Gentlemen, Let’s stay on topic and not engage in back & forth rhetoric. Thank you! 

[marylander1940]

18 hours ago, viewing ownly said:

Chunky, older and queeny sounds like a clever ice cream flavor. Jerry? Ben? You paying attention? (To the "I don't get it" crowd, Ben & Jerry are an ice cream manufacturer based in Vermont, sold in stores all over the place).

I searched those 3 words, and nothing came up and it's a sad day when grownups call themselves words like that.  

Searched for 'Chunky, older & queeny' in All Content (companyofmen.org)

back to subject, I used to ignore 3 members, but I think it's childish and sometimes you can't follow a conversation if you can't read their posts or when they're quoted.  

 

Edited April 28, 2024 by marylander1940

[SouthOfTheBorder]

40 minutes ago, marylander1940 said:

I searched those 3 words, and nothing came up and it's a sad day when grownups call themselves words like that.  

if you don’t like those words (or the person who posts it) - then don’t read it.

and you know how you can do that ? - place the person on ignore, which is the subject of this thread. 

But, instead of limiting what YOU see, you’d rather censor everyone else for your own delicate sensibilities- except when talking explicitly about hiring providers. 

make it make sense 

Edited April 28, 2024 by SouthOfTheBorder

[marylander1940]

1 minute ago, SouthOfTheBorder said:

if you don’t like those words (or the person who posts it) - then don’t read it.

and you know how you can do that ? - place the person on ignore, which is the subject of this thread 

As I said before I don't ignore on here. 

Did you read it? Again, I don't ignore. Besides most of the times I agree with folks who used those words on here on other subjects. 

42 minutes ago, marylander1940 said:

...

back to subject, I used to ignore 3 members, but I think it's childish and sometimes you can't follow a conversation if you can't read their posts or when they're quoted.  

 

Back to subject, I think ignoring is wrong, but I understand why others do it. 

[SouthOfTheBorder]

8 minutes ago, marylander1940 said:

Again, I don't ignore. Besides most of the times I agree with folks who used those words on here on other subjects. 

in other words, you want to control & censor others to suit you because you won’t use ignore for people you don’t like. Then you twist those posts into an issue about word choice, personal  attacks or something else that you report to the mods, which suits your end goal to control & censor the people you don’t like…a passive/aggressive move behind the scenes.  And you have company as there are others operating the exact same way. 

That is what’s childish - your inability to allow different thoughts, different standards, different word choices, different opinions, different experiences & your perceived ownership of the site.  you evidently feel threatened for some reason when opinions or thoughts are different from yours.  

and this will certainly trigger another complaint - even though this is the exact subject of the thread & is not a personal attack.