What have you learned from Lit?

[hellofaguy]

Is Lit any different than you thought it would be?
Did it surprise you at all?
What have you learned from it?
Have you met anybody interesting?
What keeps you coming back?

 

[Retrieval]

1. Is Lit any different than you thought it would be?
2. Did it surprise you at all?
3. What have you learned from it?
4. Have you met anybody interesting?
5.What keeps you coming back?

1. I didn't know what to expect when I joined.
2. I've only been surprised once while being here, it was one of the BDSM threads.
3. Not much, only the fact that a lot of lesbians go with butch type of lesbians because they like the strength and feelings of protection they can offer and that some Doms do fantasize about dominating Dommes.
4. Umm...kind of, one person.
5. I don’t know I don’t post much.

 

[Eilan]

Is Lit any different than you thought it would be? Yeah. I discovered Lit because of the stories and eventually found the boards. So that was different.

Did it surprise you at all? Nope. I expected my inbox to be full of messages from mouth-breathing, cock-blocking leg-humpers.

What have you learned from it? To make my online persona more off-putting. Now I rarely get PM's and I like it that way.

What I've learned from Lit is that some people are so ignorant about sex and their bodies and what little they do know, they've learned from porn. However, there is a lot of useful info here, and I wish Lit would have existed when I was first having sex.

Have you met anybody interesting? Mouth-breathing, cock-blocking leg-humpers aside, there are some wonderful people on the HT. Haven't had any RL meetings, and any RL meeting that I were to have wouldn't be remotely sexual.

What keeps you coming back? Lately, I really don't know. I hope that it'll get less boring.

 

[emptynester]

Is Lit any different than you thought it would be? Didn't get involved initially with any real expectations

Did it surprise you at all? Every day

What have you learned from it? Lots of great ideas that CAN be tried at home

Have you met anybody interesting? Everyone here is interesting!

What keeps you coming back? The need for knowledge and more and more research. (I am waiting for MrG's next "try this and report back" thread!

 

[badattitude]

I learned from a thread that water-based lube can cause yeast infections, and that switching to silicone lube solved my problem! I am forever grateful!!!

 

[Flyin_Free]

I’ve been thinking about this a lot for the past few days actually.

I entered lit blindly. I stumbled across it while searching out sex toys and low and behold, there was a whole message board filled with sex talk. At first I thought that’s all lit would be, a place to talk openly about sex while being completely anonymous. It didn’t take me too long to realize that wasn’t all there was to lit though. There are so many people here…some you get along with, some you don’t, some who are nice, some who are jerks….just like real life I guess. I found what most people who have been here a while have found….it isn’t “just a sex board” by any means, shape or form but rather a network of people all coming together in one place, sometimes to talk about sex but oftentimes to talk about anything else that’s on their mind as well.

I’ve learned that even though it’s just a message board and people live thousands of miles apart you can still make “real” friends here. In my short time on lit I’ve met some amazing people, some of whom have become very dear friends to me. Some I talk to on a daily basis (about everything from really deep personal conversations to day to day trivial stuff) and some I just chat with from time to time.

I’ve also learned that even though it’s just a message board you can still have “real” feelings for somebody. Just because you’re just talking through PM’s and not “seeing” the person doesn’t mean you can’t get your heart broken if you’re not careful. (this part caught me completely off guard)

How has lit changed me? Well I’m becoming more and more self confident, I’m more open minded about sex, I’ve made some good friends, I’m more guarded with my heart…..it changed me in lots of ways, most of them good.

 

[Quoll]

Excellent post FF.

 

[JustSkye]

Excellent post FF.

ITA!!

Hello, Quili

 

[bobsgirl]

I’ve been thinking about this a lot for the past few days actually.

I entered lit blindly. I stumbled across it while searching out sex toys and low and behold, there was a whole message board filled with sex talk. At first I thought that’s all lit would be, a place to talk openly about sex while being completely anonymous. It didn’t take me too long to realize that wasn’t all there was to lit though. There are so many people here…some you get along with, some you don’t, some who are nice, some who are jerks….just like real life I guess. I found what most people who have been here a while have found….it isn’t “just a sex board” by any means, shape or form but rather a network of people all coming together in one place, sometimes to talk about sex but oftentimes to talk about anything else that’s on their mind as well.

I’ve learned that even though it’s just a message board and people live thousands of miles apart you can still make “real” friends here. In my short time on lit I’ve met some amazing people, some of whom have become very dear friends to me. Some I talk to on a daily basis (about everything from really deep personal conversations to day to day trivial stuff) and some I just chat with from time to time.

I’ve also learned that even though it’s just a message board you can still have “real” feelings for somebody. Just because you’re just talking through PM’s and not “seeing” the person doesn’t mean you can’t get your heart broken if you’re not careful. (this part caught me completely off guard)

How has lit changed me? Well I’m becoming more and more self confident, I’m more open minded about sex, I’ve made some good friends, I’m more guarded with my heart…..it changed me in lots of ways, most of them good.

That is the biggest thing I learned. I have met some amazing people here, some that I hope will remain friends for a very long time.

How has Lit changed me? I feel like I'm more outgoing, not quite the timid little mouse I was.

Yes, it's also made me more cynical and I've been badly hurt by some things here, but the good far outweighs the bad.

 

[Quoll]

ITA!!

Hello, Quili

{{{{SKYE}}}}
How are Loquena?
I've been playing tag in your neighbourhood.

 

[Quoll]

That is the biggest thing I learned. I have met some amazing people here, some that I hope will remain friends for a very long time.

How has Lit changed me? I feel like I'm more outgoing, not quite the timid little mouse I was.

Yes, it's also made me more cynical and I've been badly hurt by some things here, but the good far outweighs the bad.

A little bit of cynicism is not a bad thing and sometimes you have to rock the boat.

 

[Quoll]

ITA!!

Hello, Quili

I've been meaning to ask, is it kitten or pussycat or pretty girl?
All seem very appropriate.

 

[Flyin_Free]

Excellent post FF.

=VermilionSkye]ITA!!

Thank you both.

 

[activelysexual]

I thought I was coming here to read erotica, but the threads seem to be capturing my attention, or the people on them.

 

[Cathleen]

I’ve been thinking about this a lot for the past few days actually.

I entered lit blindly. I stumbled across it while searching out sex toys and low and behold, there was a whole message board filled with sex talk. At first I thought that’s all lit would be, a place to talk openly about sex while being completely anonymous. It didn’t take me too long to realize that wasn’t all there was to lit though. There are so many people here…some you get along with, some you don’t, some who are nice, some who are jerks….just like real life I guess. I found what most people who have been here a while have found….it isn’t “just a sex board” by any means, shape or form but rather a network of people all coming together in one place, sometimes to talk about sex but oftentimes to talk about anything else that’s on their mind as well.

I’ve learned that even though it’s just a message board and people live thousands of miles apart you can still make “real” friends here. In my short time on lit I’ve met some amazing people, some of whom have become very dear friends to me. Some I talk to on a daily basis (about everything from really deep personal conversations to day to day trivial stuff) and some I just chat with from time to time.

I’ve also learned that even though it’s just a message board you can still have “real” feelings for somebody. Just because you’re just talking through PM’s and not “seeing” the person doesn’t mean you can’t get your heart broken if you’re not careful. (this part caught me completely off guard)

How has lit changed me? Well I’m becoming more and more self confident, I’m more open minded about sex, I’ve made some good friends, I’m more guarded with my heart…..it changed me in lots of ways, most of them good.

You were rummaging thru my mind, FF. Excellent post.

I feel like I was swept up in Lit like hurricane strength winds. The first few months I was overwhelmed by all that was here. I learned so much about so much. It still surprizes me how much is here, but most surprizing are the people.

I'd never participated on a message/bulletin board prior to Lit. Interacting virtually is so easy and since the place never closes it easily becomes addictive. After I settled down, tried on some of the boards so to speak, I made some friends that have been blessings in my life. I have been very fortunate to get to hug some of them with real arms, others I still must rely on virtual arms.

It's an interesting place to say the least.

 

[sassy_girl1963]

That is the biggest thing I learned. I have met some amazing people here, some that I hope will remain friends for a very long time.

How has Lit changed me? I feel like I'm more outgoing, not quite the timid little mouse I was.

Yes, it's also made me more cynical and I've been badly hurt by some things here, but the good far outweighs the bad.

Can I just say DITO to BG's post?

 

[center_stage]

Is Lit any different than you thought it would be? I didn't really know what I was getting myself into. My friend, averageblonde, introduced me to the site because she felt that this was a great place to learn, and I needed to be taught!

Did it surprise you at all? Not really. But then again, I didn't really know what to expect.

What have you learned from it? I have learned that there are some nice people out there, and there are some jerks. I've also learned that I don't know jack shit about life or sex. Lit has given me some great pointers on both subjects.

Have you met anybody interesting? I have met three interesting people who I keep in touch with offline as well.

What keeps you coming back? All the questions that people have. I love reading new threads in the How To because there's always something in there that i have never heard about, and I end up learning something along with the thread starter.

 

[skizbees]

Is Lit any different than you thought it would be?
Did it surprise you at all?
What have you learned from it?
Have you met anybody interesting?
What keeps you coming back?

1. It's harder to keep up with the boards if I'm on here too often.
2. Of the three boards I visit, the GB is the most bizarre topic wise. Some of you tell us all a lot of personal info then hiss like snakes when we reply. Put down the gloves, people.
3. I've learned that the fewer the posts, the nicer people are to "newbs" to a point. I've tried some new sexual positions from the "Try This and Report Back"..though I haven't reported back. Heh.
4. I plan to meet no souls on this site.
5. Some of the topics were interesting to respond to.

 

[Mazuri]

Is Lit any different than you thought it would be?
Did it surprise you at all?
What have you learned from it?
Have you met anybody interesting?
What keeps you coming back?

1. Yes and no. I expected a lot more people who tell tall tales of their "exploits" but really, it's just a forum like any other.

2. Not really surprised. Like any forum, there are sections that appeal and some that don't. You keep personal information personal and don't ask questions you don't want to hear answers to.

3. That I am far kinkier than I thought...and my husband far less than I'd hope

4. No, and I try to avoid doing so. Having once gotten a bit too friendly with someone I met online, I tend to keep others at a distance now.

5. Curiosity, mainly. It's like it's own reality show, but no one votes you off the island

 

[pleasteasme]

Is Lit any different than you thought it would be?
Did it surprise you at all?
What have you learned from it?
Have you met anybody interesting?
What keeps you coming back?

Yes. Both Lit and I have changed since I first joined.

Bound to happen, I s'pose. So, not really a surprise.

I have learned that some people will go to great lengths to get what they want. There is a lot that goes on in pm's and of course, off the board. There is a lot of drama, deceit, backstabbing. Wow, it is kinda like being in high school... in a virtual way.

I have met some absolutely wonderful people!

I get tired of having conversations with my dogs although, I have to admit, they are great listeners but I feel like I'm doing all the talking!

All kidding aside, this place is amusing. I use it as a blog space, and a form of entertainment. I have actually gotten more out of it than I originally intended as I have made some nice friends here. A few of which I have met in person and still others that I visit on the phone with quite regularly. That is something I never inteded to happen. Really, I just came here for the porn.

 

[silverwhisper]

hellofaguy queried
is lit any different than you thought it would be?

perhaps surprisingly, not really. how to and the how to cafe specifically are a self-selecting group of regulars who want to share their information w/ those who want information. as such, no, i'm not really surprised by how friendly and supportive people really are here.

hellofaguy queried
did it surprise you at all?

i'm surprised at how many people share my interest in talking honestly and openly about sex but that's really it.

hellofaguy queried
what have you learned from it?

the most important thing i learned was about g-spot stimulation courtesy of mr. ggg's thread in how to.

hellofaguy queried
have you met anybody interesting?

o, most assuredly.

hellofaguy queried
what keeps you coming back?

the community here. i need to spend more time in how to than i've been spending, though.

ed

 

[TBKahuna123]

Is Lit any different than you thought it would be? I've been a Lit fan for years but never ventured on to the boards until recently. I've been surprised at the thoughtful intelligent advice given most of the time here in the HT section.

Did it surprise you at all? Yeah I've been surprised at how mutli-facetted this board is. I mean, HT is way different fromt he General Board. It gives a really good overview of how people view sexuality in different ways.

What have you learned from it? Many things, most of them about myself. I guess I never realized how much I had experienced in my life until I started seeing people ask those same questions I had asked in my youth. I can't help but wonder if I would have been better off if I had a resource like Lit when I was coming of age, of if the experience I gained by going it alone was more beneficial. A little of both, I imagine.

Have you met anybody interesting? I have indeed. I was really suprised to say I have met some people here that I would love to sit down and have dinner with. It just proves that wonderful, intelligent people can enjoy and talka bout sex and still carry on an intelligent non-sexual conversation. Well, some of them anyway.

What keeps you coming back? The people I have met on Lit. That and I frankly have this dellusion that maybe we can shape the next generation of young men into a group of informed, sensitive lovers who understand their partners. I sense an "I have a dream" speech coming on. Where's my speech writer? Eilan!!!