to the discussion.  The rating system is what it is.  I have had reviews lowered by TER in the past when I did not think it was justified.  But even if that happens the narrative really tells the story if it is presented accurately....that is really the key to the hobbyist.  Does he read a low number, yes sure he does.  If the narrative is factual it may relect a 8 or 9 experience even though the number may be a 7.....

Schilling is a part of the board and will always be here.  It is done on other boards some more than others.  Many of the boards and the moderators even allow "mini-reviews" to go up when someone new is in town or a new girl is on the scene....We both know this board is for marketing purposes and if a provider is continually positive and non confrontational she will get a lot of play from this board because the hobbyist will be comfortable with her.....

You have always been positive as far as I have know and thanks for adding to this thread.

Yes, clear communications serves all participants.

What seems to be missing in this discussion is this:

A poster asked about writing a review, a lady responded "is it me you are talking about"? (or something to that effect). The community has yet to see a confirmation that it was indeed the lady being talked about.

If the guy posted the question, then went ahead and wrote a review without even waiting for feedback; then he, IMO, just wasted peoples time. Others in that thread below stated the same thing.

As for a clash, I don't see one. You know me well enough to know I value honesty and an open discourse.

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So true, Roxanne.

I think too many people are getting in an uproar about this whole review process. The review system -- although I don't agree with some of the rules -- can be good and bad, but it is there for the hobbyists. However, the Board has become sort of a chat room. And you know what? That's okay, because some people feel the need to vent, to express their happiness, their sadness, to feel the companionship that might be lacking, and the need for social interaction. I've also scheduled appointments because of my posts and responses, so obviously some men like women who voice their opinions. After all, we're not just pretty faces.

Reviews are just that: They are located in the review section. The Board has always been known for "shills" and it's becoming more apparent within the last year (especially with agencies). But who cares? If you don't like something, you can voice your opinion. If it's not worth it, then move on.

I understand the need for hobbyists saying that this Board was initially started for them, but time changes everything on this planet. Life moves forward.

Seriously guys: I know a lot of you have fun bantering back and for with us "mere" providers. Without us, the Board wouldn't show off our personality. However, if you'd like all of us to stop posting, we could do that. That means, we won't even post when we're having a special. And we won't post when we agree with you, too. Wink! Again, you cannot set limits when chatting, other than deleting malicious behavior and personal attacks on the Board. Funny, but I don't see that in play anyway on TER. There have been thousands of rude replies and bad language since I start posting on TER about five years ago. Yes, we know TER is a "boy's club" but do you have to keep reminding us that we're still living in a male-dominated society? Enough already. We already know how TER started. Would you like to play with us on the Board and only allow our flirtateous comments without having the ability to also be objective about something -- like you guys do? Gees! I think I'm going to have to tongue whip some of you. Wink!

Hugs,
Ciara

I leveled a bit of criticism at Chilopsis for doing something unfair, but I think Hacker's point is also well-taken.  A provider can't post pictures of herself in this forum along with invitations to call, and then ask the members to not use the forum to discuss their experiences, when they do so.  The clash here is between Diana and Chilopsis, and probably should have never been dragged out into the open (because that just gave it a life of its own!)