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Granted everyone probably has one or two friends they may favourite stories from in efforts to promote their work (yes, I do it as well), but you'd have to have a helluva lot of close friends and probably actively be begging them to favourite all your stories to make much of an impact on a favourite-story count. I really don't believe the numbers would be that skewed based on friends. There is a limit on how many stories you can favourite too, which makes the list space more valuable.

I post a lot in the forums, but I don't use chatrooms or actually talk to very many people here. I would never dream of asking anyone to favourite a story or vote or even read anything I've written - it's all up to personal choice, in my opinion. Even when I look at my own list of who has favourited stories, the majority are members that I don't really recognize, and there is a lot of variability even within my own portfolio of what stories are more popular and what stories bombed. I sometimes use it as a way to figure out trends and what works and what doesn't with readers. I think it would be valuable to be able to do that with all stories on the site. I'm genuinely curious.

It's not so much the authors that I'm interested in - it's the stories themselves. What do readers value on the site? Do they prefer longer or shorter stories? More graphic/explicit or more sensual/subdued, character/plot driven stories or clever angles or quick hot bites of prose. It's not about "wow, look how popular that writer is" - it's about "wow, look how popular that story is... and about what about it makes it so popular... For people who might be more serious about writing, those can be valuable stats to have access to.


I understand fully about the curiosity etc. I'm not trying to be difficult - What I would like to see is perhaps nic makes a sticky topic in the writers resource thread listing the top ten Favorited Stories rather than permanently on the front page with an almost unchangeable list - that is all I am trying to say.

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My initial reaction is that this would become a haven of established writers, the domain of the entrenched. But then I realized that what makes these writers so special are those qualities. If a new writer joins who has such talent they will rise to the top as quickly as their talent allows. How often a story is made a favorite doesn't matter if they are forum Giants like Dancing Doll or someone who almost never posts at all as is the case with Jaymal. Talent is talent and they deserve to be recognized.


This is very true and they are fully recognized by awards, badges, listed in the favorite this and that, but I'm just wondering how the other 4309 registered authors get their recognition??? My opinion is that this site should not be based on favorites but all members
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How is it favouritism if a story is 'favourited' by Lush members? That's like striking down the New York Bestsellers list and saying that all books should be seen as equal so there's no 'negativity'. It's no different a concept than the "Most Popular" or "Most Viewed" tabs except that it's not based on a skewed voting system by friends or by people who don't like to vote less than '5' for everything or story-views based on more popular genres. To me it's one of the more 'pure' ways of seeing what kind of stories are popular among readers on the site.

There's already a 'random story' button.

If not a permanent tab, then it would be interesting to see a list put out a few times a year and posted in a sticky-tab in the forums.


I am saying favouritism and negativity because when I was a member on a lush writers facebook account, many did not believe that an Editors' Pick was given based on its merit, but only for the popularity of the member and I am afraid that many will feel the same about a 'favourited story' tab.

I am also saying this as to some, favorite story, favorite author is another way of just promoting your friends. I admit that I do it myself.

There's already a 'random story' button.


There is already a favorite this and that too lol.
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I'd actually like to see a tab that list and sorts "Most Favourited" stories on the site.

I think that's a great measure of story popularity. If a reader wants to actually mention/list your story on their profile page, that's truly the highest compliment.



I would vote nay on this idea only because it could cause negativity and be seen as favoritism. These most 'Favorited Authors' would have a permanent position on the front page - as well as more or less a permanent position in the most popular, most viewed, featured members and more often than not, they are Editors' picks, story verifiers/mods (because they are great writers) and some are featured in the wonderful new Lush e-book. I would rather see 'favorited' replaced with 'random story of the month' to give other stories more exposure as most stories are only on the front page for a very limited time.
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So, from this one line

I have learnt that it is no wonder people like felix are getting the wrong idea that subs are the true masters.


which regular bdsm forum members will know that felix started two topics about that very discussion, which is the only reason why I used his name, it has been decided that instead of an example, I am causing trouble and get this

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Letexia... I swear to god... Keeps my sexy name out of your mouth... Unless you're a glutton for punishment, which makes sense considering the section of the forum... Like you do realize that every time you mention my name it's YOU who ends up with reddened cheeks and butthurt ass blogs... Maybe I'm the real master even though you're a mistress? Maybe you're searching for a real master... I'll make it hurt so good.

Anyway Letexia. The same things I have said about subs having the real power have been said by BDSM practitioners in this very forum section... But I guess the same words are okay from someone that you don't have a personal grudge with. What a joke...

Don't mention my name again.. Seriously unless you're looking to get mastered.


Wow ????

That is just as bad as being told that I am part of this 'SQUABBLE'

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Can you two please take your squabble in private and stop ruining threads that people are trying to have a serious conversation in. This is getting very old.


and that I have ruined this thread, for OMG, mentioning his name in an example. Maybe we should remove the quotes altogether if we are going to made to look bad from members and moderators for mentioning a goddamn name with no ill intentions, just a name only used in an example.

No, what is getting old that noone can have an opinion or just mention a name without being accused of starting imaginary drama.

I really didn't know it was the new forum rules not to mention Felix's name or for me to post

oh felix, the statement about 'I'll make it hurt so good', knowing your very public dislike of me, some could consider it a threat.
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This has been an ummm interesting all rounder thread lol

What I have learnt from this, is that many should not claim they live or practice bdsm but rather say they practice kinky sex if they believe that there is no control factor involved. And I believe that anyone that has been in an previous abusive relationship should stay clear of bdsm if they are quick to call any control abuse or any need abuse. Also learnt that some are very confused if they are a sub or a dom. I have learnt that it is no wonder people are getting the wrong idea that subs are the true masters. I have learnt that we are not tolerant on different views, ideas and opinions and have learnt that we are giving the wrong impression and yes it does seem we are too sensitive.
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The BDSM lifestyle is all about controlling and being controlled and that is why you have a Dom (The Controller) and a sub (the controllee).

A Dom may lay down certain rules that may include
- who the sub can talk to (it can be for the reason based solely that the sub is theirs and theirs alone as often is the case)
- who the sub can have sex with if the Dom chooses to share her pet (that normally only happens in group sessions)
- when and if, a sub can orgasm
- some Dom's even dictate how the sub is to dress and of course behave
- and many others

A sub may request these themselves before entering the relationship or they just enter the relationship knowing that they must obey the Dom without questions. For example, I had one sub contact me and one of the questions for me was, do I do call-ins. A call-in is where the sub must contact the Dom everyday at a certain time. Why?, because the sub wanted a Dom to completely control every aspect of his life. Confusing for outsiders, very understanding for those that practice bdsm.

* hope this makes sense - just woke up, mumble grumble lol
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"Holy shit, this is hot" LOL

For the next chapter they should use someone like Bobcat Goldthwait
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Clum, for instance... Like one ex-mod. WHILE being a mod had a super hard on for me. She would blog about me, pick apart what I would say not for the sake of debate but to get me suspended... She's not a mod anymore but she was when I submitted all of my stories. Are you trying to tell me that this mod would ever put her personal feelings aside and judge my story purely on it's merits?

I know I said I wasn't going to continue but...


Hypothetically, if I was this ex-mod (and it is true that I am a ex-mod) and if this was written about me hypothetically, I would simply laugh hypothetically.

Like for instance, I would say that if it were me you were talking about, I would say I have never had a super hard on for you - liked you yes, turned on by you NO, but thanks for the laugh. When I was a mod, I never talked to you once - remember you complained about it?

I would also say that the reason you were maybe suspended is because you kept bringing up personal bullshit about several members into the forums like above. Please note here, not hypothetically, that a mod cannot suspend you without it being discussed amongst all moderators and approved/agreed by the senior moderators.

When I was a mod, I can't recall ever verifying any of your stories and if I did and I thought it was great lol, I would have put your story up for nomination, whether I had a personal problem with you or not, but that simply wasn't the case.

I'm not even a mod and I imagine you are just saying too much... AGAIN.



Nic and others - Sorry for replying, but I am sick of felix and others bringing personal blog/history about me and others into the forums.
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Actually, this is the case. The threshold is 70 percent 'yes' votes. Nicola misspoke when she used the word unanimous; it happens to the best sometimes.


It might also be worthy mentioning here that an EP nomination must have at least 7 (I think that is the number, it may be higher??? - someone please correct me if I am wrong) votes - plus be above the 70% - to be awarded the EP. Less than 7, and the story is not awarded.

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I mean, I'm sure that none of the mods would want to be the one mod that denied another mod a ribbon right? I mean they have to work with these people? Why stir up shit over a ribbon? Makes me feel they would be more inclined to give a YES for a mod.


There were times that I did not want to get involved or did not agree, so I simply did not vote - There were times were a story was not awarded because there wasn't enough votes and just slipped by. Just saying the above quote is not always the case.
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Agree with the last two posts

Another fail moment is all these topics that involve 'discussing' children on an adult site ???

EDIT: I'm not offended, just surprised that children are not allowed as avatars or even in your personal blog, yet allowed to be discussed in the forums. Just saying
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This pisses me off - a society that has become so judgmental on looks and discrimination

Only yesterday, I was abused for using a disabled carpark. I was yelled at and told that because I am so young and fit looking and have no outwardly physical disability, that I was a bitch for taking up the space that was meant for a disabled person and I was selfish cow etc blah blah blah

With tears rolling freely down my face, to shut her up as she did not think the ticket in the window was real, so I then had to produce my disability pension card. I also had to explain that, yes I look healthy, yes I have no walking frame with an attached tank or cart as yet, but I was approved because I can't walk more than 50 meters. I was so humiliated in front of the ever growing curious crowd for having to explain myself.


Only today, I feel discriminated (not blaming anyone! I'm only learning now what they mean by the rich get richer and the poor get poorer) because being on that said pension, I cannot afford luxuries such as membership etc. It seems companies are offering payment options less and less these days. They don't seem to understand that to one person, $100 may just be pocket money, but to someone less fortunate, that $100 is a whole weeks groceries.
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Have you ever done something worth a ban from lush?
Be honest,i myself think i deserve do be banned for my rude words to Dudealicious on some thread yesterday. All my excuses to him and thanks alot to Little Bambi for her remark. Think i could really some treatment from Sir Spankalots.
Ps:sorry for the names spelling.


You think you should be banned for having a weak moment???

Schnelhans, I seriously wouldn't worry one more moment about it. I have seen a couple of members tell other members that this is an adult site and stop the whining, butt hurt etc and that has always pissed me off. It seems it is expected that when we join, we leave feelings, sense of rightenous, respect, politeness, human emotions at the join up page and become just plain emotionless computer generated sluts LOL.

And don't worry if you felt a little nasty in your response. Nastiness is the new and accepted and often rewarded trend around here*, so really you should be doing it more and not asking for banning LOL

*said with tongue in cheek
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Awww, that wasn't for you ... but the one below most definetly IS.

I can't remember saying it WAS for me LOL



Feeling...
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Flattery - ummm I guess then that I should be the one to be flattered, as that it is now two gas masks pics posted on your blog in the last 24 hours and I have to wonder how many pics are posted on others walls ???

Someone else's words - not mine


HOW TRUE!!!!

These are mine - Mind your own business and if I upset your boyfriend, let him fight his own battles if he has a problem with me - it makes him look weak that he can't do it himself.
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Again, someone else's words.....
I would like to give this to a certain someone, who is EVERYWHERE. She hardly ever just comments, without having her say about someone else's response. I think she is trying really, really hard to be noticed? Maybe thinking she can one day, wear this badge proudly. I would give it to her myself ... but, I could only deliver via Forum. Hardy Har Har!!!!



really mature... are you sure you are old enough to be here????
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My mood today
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Today has been so predictable





and to that someone who loves to fight everyone's battles and should be wearing a very white tight jacket lol
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Don't try this at home kiddies, these grown ups only use specially made low burning candles

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I didn't realize that gingerbread people are sooooo sexy lol

This is a bdsm switch








This makes me never want to eat another one ever again lol
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There are two wrongs about this whole thing


This is the first
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Justin Bieber and Elvis next...

http://au.launch.yahoo.com/features/article/-/13536595/justin-bieber-to-perform-with-elvis-presley-the-hologram/

Please make it stop!!!

My thoughts exactly!

The second is everyone making a big deal out of this and calling it amazing new technology - it was not new, it was not a hologram!

The 'hologram' that allowed murdered rapper Tupac Shakur to steal the show at the Coachella music festival was a mere theatre trick that has existed for over 150 years.

Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre wowed the crowd as they danced and sang alongside their fallen friend last week with what was described by the projection company responsible for the stunt, AV Concepts, as holographic technology.

However, Dr Lincoln Turner of the Monash University School of Physics reveals that Tupac actually appeared via common stage-craft known as 'Pepper's Ghost'.

This illusion involves an image being projected onto a transparent sheet, known as mylar film, using high-definition video projectors, which are reflected off mirrors below the stage. As long as the stage lighting carefully avoided the plastic film, spectators were unaware that they were watching Snoop Dogg and Dr Dre through a screen.

"Tupac had as much depth as any other 2D projection - none - and the illusion only worked because the audience was too far back to see this," said Dr Turner.

AV Concepts CEO Nick Smith admits on the company's website that the technology "is not 3D and not holographic, it gives you ... an illusion of that".
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This is where a woman's place should be



behind her man wearing a 12 inch strapon
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