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Date: 12/23/2010 8:50:00 PM
From Authorid: 62993
The only real problem I've had with the G-rating is when I'm writing stories and have to imply things, talk about things in a roundabout way, or use words that imply stronger language.  |
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Date: 12/23/2010 8:54:00 PM
From Authorid: 53427
I was about to post this, but I will put it here: After a long time without internet, I recently rejoined civilization and got back online, and back to USM. I was very disappointed when I came back to see just what a ghost town USM had become. This for many years was my favorite website and sort of my online home. I wondered just what had happened to make things change. Then I began reading posts. The quality just was not there. Where were all the talented, intelligent, outspoken people who made USM what it was? I believe that USM has sort of lost sight of what it was meant to be as a website. In the interest of keeping things G rated, it has thrown the baby out with the bathwater (so to speak). What is more important? A quality website that people can enjoy or a place that is morally perfect and clean? How reasonable is a G rating? I am not suggesting that USM become another foul mouthed, unrespectable website. How about a middle ground? A place where we act as adults and are treated as adults. I only posted this because I do care about this site. I would like to see it return to its glory.  |
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Date: 12/23/2010 8:58:00 PM
From Authorid: 62993
On further thoughts, I have mixed feelings about the G-rating. Sometimes it's nice in that someone can join at any age. But at other times it can be frustrating, as I'm anti-censorship. |
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Date: 12/23/2010 8:59:00 PM
From Authorid: 62993
Also what Snookums said, lol. |
Date: 12/23/2010 9:49:00 PM
From Authorid: 26303
It has always been a G rated site, even when all the 'quality' posts were being posted. Young people use this site to vent their teenager angst and frustrations. They have a voice here. I know I've had to hit the backspace button a few times, realising that what I was saying wasn't quite G rated. But hey, I have to do that when I'm out in the real world too. There is a time and a place for everything, and here is no different. I wouldn't say anything not G rated when in a classroom or out in the yard with the kids. I would hold my tongue with my grandmother, as she wouldn't like any vulgarity. We all should be able to adapt to our surroundings and act accordingly. As far as story writing goes, I do see your point. Perhaps there could be 2 sections to enter stories. G rated and adults only. I'm sure there is a way that that could be done.  |
Date: 12/23/2010 10:13:00 PM
From Authorid: 64765
I like what Aussie Girl said, that would be a good idea.  |
Date: 12/23/2010 10:26:00 PM ( From Author )
From Authorid: 63846
What do you mean by "adults only", Aussie Girl? Does that mean that there is more vulgarity allowed, or something completely different? Any teenage boy could take that the wrong way and misuse that adult section. I think that the G rating convinces younger people not to lie about their ages, and making an "adults only" section would probably motivate some people to lie about their age to get into said section. Still, I guess it doesn't matter to me. I wouldn't meander into that section even if I could.   |
Date: 12/23/2010 10:49:00 PM
From Authorid: 21435
Hello, Krista. I agree with you. There is enough of the other stuff on the web. I salute Ginger and George for keeping USM clean. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us, lady. Write on.......  |
Date: 12/23/2010 10:54:00 PM
From Authorid: 62798
LOL. I'm sorry "F-bomb to the face" is hilarious. Now ot be serious, I appreciate your input. I think you have a nice, well thought-out post. I also agree with you. USm is not perfect, but it is home to many of different ages and beleif systems and the G rating helps keep it that way. Why would we want to make people uncomfortable? Great post!  |
Date: 12/23/2010 11:22:00 PM
From Authorid: 4231
I agree, I have been here a while and one of the things that makes this site so special is the fact that it has a G-Rating, I would feel comfortable with my kids going to this site, without me having to be concerned about Supervision.   |
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Date: 12/23/2010 11:27:00 PM
From Authorid: 4231
Personally, I was here in the USM "Heydays" and I will tell you that it was G rated then as it is now. I don't think the G Rating has anything to do with it. I think it was big in my day because we all grew up watching Unsolved Mysteries, and the likes of those horror shows (X-Files and such...) Anyway, when I came here looking for that kind of thing, I found USM and the rest is history. Anyways to summarize; our generation has since grown up. We have families and we no longer have AS much time to come by. Sadly. I love USM and always will, and I will continue to come here throughout my life, I just hope that this site remains what it is, and that George and Ginger keep it up and running for everyone. |
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Date: 12/24/2010 12:58:00 AM
From Authorid: 26303
I meant to have a different section for those who wish to write stories not suitable for the younger ones. When you join this site, you have to state your age or give DOB (well you did), and their could be a set up or something. That is what I meant. In the whole I was actually agreeing with your post Krista-but respecting the rights of the writers. The fiction section, not other posts. |
Date: 12/24/2010 4:26:00 AM
From Authorid: 16916
I have be coming around this site for ten years. The G-rating has been discussed 100 times if once. It's never going to change. I like it the way it is. Trust me, without the g-rating and rules around here..this would get really ugly at times.  |
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Date: 12/24/2010 4:27:00 AM
From Authorid: 16916
BTW we used to have a more mature chatroom. Nobody ever went in there. |
Date: 12/24/2010 4:33:00 AM
From Authorid: 5940
This site is a welcome relief compared to other places on the net, even bloggers on Yahoo news items get downright ugly. This is why I come back time and again. Things change over time, and people may grow towards different attitudes , outlooks, tastes, etc. I'm with Josh on this one, it's not the "G" rating as much as it is that things, people, time, world events, lives all change. USM rocks.  |
Date: 12/24/2010 4:39:00 AM
From Authorid: 23075
and here we go again  |
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Date: 12/24/2010 7:12:00 AM
From Authorid: 16916
Paddy, my sentiments EXACTLY! Here we go again! |
Date: 12/24/2010 9:31:00 AM
From Authorid: 4144
personally i think USM should stay G rated. theres plenty of filth on the internet if that's what someone wants. it's easy enough to find. i like the fact that i could let my kid on here and not have to constantly look over her shoulder. my grandchildren will be growing up soon enough and if they want to join in here i wouldn't have a problem with it. take away the G rating and they won't get to do that. i won't even accept my 11 year old step grandson as a friend on facebook. i (and some friends and family) are not always clean on there. besides he's 11 and i don't think he should even be on facebook but..............  |
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Date: 12/24/2010 9:48:00 AM ( From Author )
From Authorid: 63846
Sorry, Paddy and Jellie-- it didn't occur to me that this topic has already come up. I just saw that it was becoming an issue in a completely unrelated topic, and I wanted to hear some opinions. |
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Date: 12/24/2010 10:18:00 AM
From Authorid: 14780
I sincerely think this is a great post in reminding what usm is and always be...everyone has different opinions, views...etc... G-rating and there are some things that do get posted that are more PG-rating but it is a good place to escape from all the other stuff on the net. It doesnt matter that this has been a topic in the past here on usm...it always will be, but the family closeness and yes, USM is a family and the bonds are real unlike other places. Usm is what it is..and I see more and more past USMers that keep coming back...looking and seeing who all is still around. I think once a USMer always a USMer if your intentions are right. Your always accepted and your always loved...Just sayin...  |
Date: 12/24/2010 12:05:00 PM
From Authorid: 53427
Maybe I missed the mark believing the problem was the G rating. But I still believe there is a problem. USM used to be so much more active of a site. You'd never see posts still on the front page written from (for example) 5 days ago. What is causing people to lose interest and move on elsewhere? For me I think this site overall is getting younger while I unfortunately just get older. I feel like a minority at age 34. The concept of an all ages site sounds good but at the end of the day, how much do I have in a common with a teenager? Other than the fact that I happen to be the mother of one lol Maybe there should be an old fogeys category where I can relate to others. Like an USM retirement home. Home for the obsolete USMer over 30. |
Date: 12/24/2010 12:07:00 PM
From Authorid: 37150
The G-rating is perfect. I don't see a point for having more risky stuff. It's nice to come here and have good, clean fun.I'd like my 14 year old or so age cousins to be able to come on here and read my stories or others with no problem. That way, other members can't send vulgar messages to anyone either.  |
Date: 12/24/2010 1:21:00 PM
From Authorid: 14314
I like that USM is G rated, anyone can come here, no matter their age  |
Date: 12/24/2010 1:44:00 PM ( From Author )
From Authorid: 63846
You think that USM is getting younger, Snookums?  I haven't seen very many people far below 30, other than me and a few others that rarely come on. There is a problem, though. USM is slowing down, but that's probably because the older generation of USMers is beginning to lose interest. |
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Date: 12/24/2010 2:54:00 PM
From Authorid: 53427
Well one thing is for sure whatever the reason. This site needs some life breathed back in. Get things going again. Good ol' USM enema time (pullin' up my sleeves). I am going to try posting more myself and hope others will do the same. This place has sentimental value to me and I want to see it doing well. |
Date: 12/24/2010 4:17:00 PM
From Authorid: 31765
This is just my opinion. I go to a lot of places on the internet that has adult content. I choose to go there, and know what to expect when I get there. Same as USM. I choose to come here, and know what to expect. The way I look at it is this: coming to USM is like coming to someone's home. I'm a guest here, and so shall abide by the owner's house rules. It's respectful and makes sense. The G rating doesn't bother me in the slightest. It is what it is  I've been here almost 10 years, and I plan on another 10 Thanks for the post.  |
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Date: 12/27/2010 11:27:00 AM
From Authorid: 11240
The G-rating is not the issue, IMHO. The issue is that "adult" has been co-opted to mean "be nice" and not necessarily to "be mature". You see, Snookums, not too awfully long ago a major disagreement came up here as to this subject, and the idea of an "adult section" was discussed, and it was misconstrued to the point of absurdity. Anyway, suffice it to say that "we" adults are adults on this site only if we are nice -- not only in our speech, but also, to everyone. What used to be here on USM was adults who could disagree, and sometimes without being insulting or insulted, air our disagreements on this forum. Of course, we do see disagreements here still, but it appears to be one-sided as to how and who one can disagree with as to whether those disagreements are not deleted. JMHO. God Bless.  |
Date: 12/29/2010 7:29:00 AM
From Authorid: 46486
...you know' I used to feel that USM should go atleast to PG-13. But in all honestly, the G-rating for this site is nice. No cussing every other word... it's peaceful, when it wants to be. haha.  |
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