When Innocent Posts Go Bad...

[TruBlu]

I used to let it bother me. Now I just UNSUBSCRIBE!

 

[missj1975]

I feel your pain. I rarely post my opinions because I get tired of the cranky responses. Personally I think some people have way too much time on their hands and they should spend that time realizing everyone has a right to their own opinion. People hate when people are rude to them but have no problem being rude to others. Just doesn't make sense to me.

 

[mrsltg]

A don't forget, there is no tone on a message board. I have written things that sounded fine in my head - and then I re-read them later and see how it can be completely taken a different way. Oh well.

At any rate, try not to take it personally and just move on!

 

[mrsltg]

I'm with you, I totally don't get it. As an example, there was once a thread asking why people don't want to stay at the Comtemporary. So people answered with their reasons why they don't care for that hotel. The OP and a few others were HOT all over them, countering their OPINIONS with "That's not true" and "You can't say that because..." oh, and my fave "You can't think that about the Contemp and still like this other hotel!" Um, what??? I don't have to justify why I choose not to stay at the Contemporary...it's my choice to stay wherever I like. I tried to point that out but was largely ignored (which I guess is better than being thrashed about it). How is it possible to argue with someone's hotel/park/restaurant preference??

You know, I'll let you in on a secret - I didn't LOVE the Poly or DCL. Do you know what kind of responses that draws!!!

But, really, how CAN you like the Contemporary? Have you seen a GIRAFFE outside of your window there???

 

[Sleeping~Beauty]

I'm sorry that happened to you. I notice that happens a lot here. I'm so surprised at how people "talk" at other people here.

I try to stay away from conflict. And I let a lot of things go. One time I was so surprised because I was where some people were saying really mean things about people who had such and such an opinion. I was in the small group with the other opinion, and just pointed out that the namecalling wasn't necessary. I was then accused of "attacking" by one of the namecallers. I was defended by others quickly because there was nothing in my post that would attack a person.

So certain people just go the ignore list.

 

[phamton]

I think that many people were put off with your statement that Universal "really has nothing for kids as young as yours." When others listed some rides and shows that young children enjoy, you just countered with statements that you didn't think young kids would enjoy that. So then they countered with statements of how their kids did enjoy those rides. It did go downhill from there and I am sorry you felt attacked.

Your posts after the initial ones were well thought out. I just think your first two posts just sort of angered people who were stating the rides that their young children liked. It seemed like you were dismissing their experiences. I agree that you shouldn't have been attacked for not having children.

You certainly have the right to have a different opinion but anytime you make a blanket statement such as "XXX doesn't have anything for kids", you will most likely get some strong responses from those who love XXX (whether XXX is Universal, Disney, or Seaworld).

 

[Briarmom]

I second that. Why should poeple "get used" to rude? I think more time should be spent telling the rude to "get manners".

Very well said.

 

[Anewman]

When others listed some rides and shows that young children enjoy, you just countered with statements that you didn't think young kids would enjoy that. So then they countered with statements of how their kids did enjoy those rides.

Interesting

 

[teacups]

Just post PINEAPPLE next time!

RIGHT ON!

 

[oxfordcircus]

I'm going to swim against the current here and offer this advice: DO take it personally and DON'T take it with a grain of salt! Internalize it. Let it burn inside you. Then print out both threads (and this one since you've attracted some of your detractors to this board) and keep a list of those who were mean to you. Then stalk them all where ever they post, and keep a catalogue of their statements of fact and opinion. Finally, whenever you can, reply to their posts with contradiction or sarcasm (wait, sarcasm is illegal, so post with IRONY). Cite their previous comments to support your posts.

It makes the boards more entertaining for the rest of us.

Just a suggestion (and not a serious one).

 

[DisneyMommyMichelle]

hugs to the OP! sorry this happened to you! there are a lot of people that just like to attack out here on the DIS find your happy place i stick to a couple threads and only venture out to the CB (ie: the dark side) every now and then when i'm feeling adventrous!

 

[daughter_of_amid_chaos]

I know as a 21 year old a lot of people on this board don't take what I say seriously because they assume they know more than me about almost every situation just because they are older than me.

 

[oxfordcircus]

Oh, I forgot to ask: can you please provide links to these 2 threads?

 

[hackorydackorydac]

Just adding oxfordcircus to my "buddy" list....

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!

 

[need_a_Disney_fix]

I have been referred to as asinine from a CB poster. I have not forgotten that one and I feel your pain, OP. Try to forget about it, although it is very difficult to do.

 

[phamton]

Oh, I forgot to ask: can you please provide links to these 2 threads?

Here and here:
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1361101
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1361153

 

[debbiedoo]

to the OP, I am sorry this happened to you, welcome to the CB board btw

When people are planning trips and coming to ask for advice they need to remember that EVERYONE has different experiences. We all see things differently. If they get mad about a post, then they need to learn some etiquette. Some ppl nowadays just do not have consideration for other feelings.

I have been on several trips to WDW from child to adult, solo trips and family, and they are all different.

I would not worry about the comments. . . .

 

[Maleficent13]

omg...thanks for the links. I read the first thread and only got about 5 posts into the 2nd one before giving up. Really, agree with him or not, but I did not see anything wrong with anything rymickey said...AND, he was by far not the only one saying it. I was left with a "WTH??" feeling.

Again, how does one argue with someone's opinion over a theme park?? Argue their stance on abortion, gay marriage, the legality of reusing refillable mugs...but arguing with them about what theme park they prefer? I am still

 

[CheshireVal]

There are, unfortunately, lots of posters on the Dis who think that being childless invalidates your opinion on many topics. I am kind of shocked that you aren't allowed to have an opinion on which park might be more enjoyable for kids, though. So silly.

 

[oxfordcircus]

Again, how does one argue with someone's opinion over a theme park?? Argue their stance on abortion, gay marriage, the legality of reusing refillable mugs...but arguing with them about what theme park they prefer? I am still

You read faster than I do, but I agree with you about those threads. I have to say that the vitriol on those threads is comical. Honestly, some people takes these things too seriously. People, if threads about which park is better makes you "so mad", then you need to open thine eyes and see that there is a whole real world out there. Your world view is quite screwed up. Go volunteer in a hospital or watch the news or something that will give you a little perspective.