This board isn't dormant, it's DOA. There was a time, not to long ago, that this board had some interesting threads and some good dialogue. But then a few individuals started posting and when things are no longer are fun, folks stopped. Can't say as I blame them. Just like a tv show, when it's no longer entertaining, we change the channel or find something else to do.
I'm afraid that is the truth. The bad drives out the good.
Sorry state of affairs.
I know that people periodically urge participation, but when anybody tries to post something imaginative they get slammed by a certain segment no matter what the topic. Maybe this post will just go no where or will get mocked too.
Thanks for your input.
Because some of the ladies here are an absolute pleasure to know. Not only are they beautiful, they are fun spirited.
Seems most have given up and just have elected to post ads only. Can't blame them.
I make words up sometimes obvs. 
Gentlemen, you both are very correct and have hit the proverbial nail squarely on the head!
(pun intended)
It's no fun when there are absurd unnecessary lashings here and there,
on any Discussion Board's proposed thought.
(that's the main reason I refrain from commenting on the General Board)
Subsequently, it just becomes a "tit for tat", which, most married, or otherwise
attached persons can get that right at home! (who needs the nonsense?)
My mantra always..."say something sweet and kind or keep silent."
"Dolce Vida" Angelina Jones
Some would argue that it's a "discussion" board and therefore it's open season. I've on occasion been not so nice myself with other "hobbyist", but I felt it was justified. There are times I may not agree with someone's statement but will go about responding in an adult manner. Dialogue is good when it's not mean spirited. We all have different viewpoints based on our experience. I'm not so closed minded hearing someone else's viewpoint.
Even the ISO posts seem to have come to a small trickle due to the same thing.
`1. There doesn't seem to be many on this board with a sense of humor. The fun guys, like Incallman, Epicurus, and others have left, many because everyone here is so serious and get offended even when its clear a post was done for a laugh. Its supposed to be a fun hobby. If we can't have a little fun discussing some of the craziness, what is the point of being on the board? Too many here take things way to personally. Your presence here is just a fake character, so don't be so thin skinned.
2. There is a disconnect between providers and hobbyists on this board. First, there seems to be providers that are jealous and knock other providers. There have been many threads where local indies bash agency girls, TJ girls, and EACH OTHER. A few are clearly racist in their posting and disdain for non-Caucasian providers. What happened to the supposed "sisterhood" among providers here that is so evident on other regional boards? The infighting from time to time is a total turnoff for hobbyists to watch. Its a lose-lose for everyone.
3. Number two makes this not a very fun place for hobbyists that like all different kinds of girls. If a guy likes TJ Latinas, or Asian girls, and he sees them getting bashed by other providers here, he is eventually going to see no value in sharing any of his thoughts on this board, and that's why participation is dying down.
Everyone knows I like Asian agency girls, bit I also see indies, I just don't review them so that CDL remains completely anonymous. I have seen four indies so far this year that I initially had exchanges with on the LA regional board.. Its pretty sad when some of the SD providers are posting on the LA board because this board is no fun. If you guys lighten up and stop taking yourselves so seriously, this board will come back. Otherwise, its circling the drain.
Haven't any girls gotten tied up?
(This thread has gone off topic - where is cobra or guru?)
When I met my ATF provider for a session last year, she showed me her bag of tricks. It included rope, and she mentioned Shibari. That was intriguing, and I was tempted. But I knew that I did not know nearly enough to do that or any sort of rope bondage safely. Seems to me that there are three issues with rope bondage
- Potential for rope burns,
- Potential for cramps, discomfort, and
- Potential for major medical problems, due to loss of circulation.
With all those down sides, I would not touch it. Maybe a release form required at a minimum?
Instead, we just had our regular pussy pumping session with Greek.....
Yay !!! An on-point reply. Thank you.
All good considerations. I have done a great deal of reading on shibari and understand some of its tenets. Very stylistic and very Japanese in its origins. Allegedly, even demure Japanese women expect to be tied up on their wedding night and if their husbands don't, it bodes badly for the marriage.
Yes, you have to be careful but all your concerns can be mitigated. I carry a pair of medical shears for quick release and there also knot techniques which have backdoor quick release routes. I've never encountered a problem.
Girls do get into a rope high and are even surprised by it. That's why I suggested a good hog tie. Done right a girl will quickly see if she enjoys the sensation. I've had girls tell me that by being tied up, they get instantly wet. 
Many Japanese women, although not on their wedding night. (But some soon after - lol). Never had a single one mention being tied up. In my experience, their most common request is a threesome where they can experiment with their Bi- fantasy. That's where your directorial skills come in for guiding the action until you're ready to join in.
I would agree that my concerns can probably be addressed, but I am sure it would take a minimum of a full session or more to practice. At today's inflated donation rates/session, I just don't feel like making that sort of investment in just training... If I remember you correctly from a late, lamented other location, then you have lots of experience behind you By contrast, there is no real learning to use a pussy pump, and my friend always loved it. It is amazing how quickly the entire pussy can get engorged when a pump is applied, and she would get so wet you could see it literally dripping out of her in gallons - the vacuum in action! I am always surprised that so few girls or reviews mention this great playtime option.
Getting back to ropes, I think Japanese Shibari is incredibly erotic. The look alone can be completely stunning. Brings out and enhances the breasts and feminine look in general. However, I keep wondering if the forced orgasms that one sees in videos are really a traditional part of the experience, or are just done for the "porn" look.
(we we're together at the time). Not really my thing but years later I was with a the provider who talk d me into it mid session. Decided to spend the last 30 min of our hr tied up, blind folded, and fucked with, in so many delicious ways. I couldn't believe what I'd been missing. Wonder how she knew? I have never tied anyone up before.
Is the DP about safety?
I concur with all the comments above, being tied up is... liberating! Free from all the self imposed anxieties that prevent just being in the moment and enjoying it. It's the same reason I like being on your table so much, just without restraints .
Posted By: HolliWood
Re: Only if it's in a DP session .... then hog tie is amazing!! eom
Some people's realities exceed my imagination! Is it possible to do DP while in a hogtied position???
