Posted by Dinah on February 11, 2004, at 13:29:10
In reply to Re: What percentage of male vs. female posters? » Dr. Bob, posted by Phil on February 11, 2004, at 10:35:20
Phil, do you think it's all the talk about validation that has men running screaming for the exit?
I like men. I'd like to have more of them on the board. I like it when you visit. I'd like to hogtie Jonathan and Ted and make them post, but that would hardly be civil. I truly enjoy Bobby's infrequent visits. I miss Lar on Social.
But what would you think of a men's board? I think a men's board would be a fabulous idea. (Assuming it was open to all men of course.) Of course, you realize we women would be trying to figure you out by reading the posts. And I'd hope that the men would also post on the general board, since we do actually like men. Really!
I have to agree with Karen that most women aren't frightened by men or having them around. Believe it or not, a lot of women quake in their shoes a whole lot more in a social situation at the thought of other women than of men.
But I don't see a men's board as any different from a Writing or Health or Substance Abuse board. It addresses a certain need in the population.
I still like the idea of a board for families of those with mental illnesses, although I can see the potential problems. I might on Social griping about my husband while he's on the Spouse board letting all of you know just what a bad housekeeper I am.
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