"From the census, everyone had a good time! The other admin and I only thought we'd have ten or fifteen people attending, but at our peak, the group was at 48 people!Album
The meet was at the Mall Of America and started around 11am. The first thing we did besides meet each other was raid the toy store next door in the pink aisle. They had ponies there! When we finished that, the other admin came back with nametags, which was especially helpful since we were such a large group. @_@
We walked through Nickelodeon Universe, up some escalators and to the food court. We had an idea to seat people by favorite pony, but the group was just too massive and we couldn't organize it quick enough, so we just went ahead and ate. This took up a good amount of time, though!
So, to make up for what we wanted to make as an ice-breaking lunch, we decided to gather in a circle and have everyone go one by one, saying their name, favorite pony and any added stuff. We really had to yell in order for anyone to hear! The guards were watching us, but let us finish up...
Right after this was probably a lot of peoples' favorite part: pony-izing the Best Buy computers! Eventually we had everything from episodes, to fanfics to Equestria Daily up. Eventually we left when the staff started getting annoyed, though. ^ ^;;
Then we wandered around, got some free sample cheese, went to a magnet store, to Gamestop and to Barnes And Noble. I had to leave right after Barnes And Noble, but I heard that everyone gathered around to watch Sonic Rainboom on a laptop and went to Buffalo Wild Wings for dinner at five!
Again, everyone had a fun time and we're hoping to do another meet-up sometime soon!
If you're a Minnesotan brony and would like to suggest ideas for another meet or just get information and talk to other bronies in the area, our RDN group is here: http://rainbowdash.net/group/mnbronies
Thanks for attending, guys! c:"
Video Log of the Event
More Videos Part 1 / Part 2
273 comments:
I'll post whatever I think, if you don't like conflict, just waddle on back to ponychan.
ReplyDeleteIf you mock ME, I'll probably tolerate it. Mock SOMEONE ELSE, and that's a WHOLE different story.
ReplyDeleteTolerance doesn't mean standing idly by while good people are being hurt.
@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteArmy here, checking in for military bronies. :)
@Anonymous
ReplyDeletethat's a false dichotomy if I ever heard it. I'd say the people need to properly groom and dress, but that isn't what people would regard as "hate."
it's easy to be critical while not being a dick, and being critical will never give free reign to act like a douche about it is all.
@Anonymous 3:18
ReplyDeleteThis is why I believe we need an actual login system so we can keep things like this under control.
@TheEvent
Being at the meet was absolutely amazing. Meeting everyone was very enjoyable and we ever got people who were at the mall and not in the group come ask some of us where we got our shirts! Overall it was a great meetup and I can't wait for the next one!
Wait am I doing this wrong or are we not supposed to post about the actual post and just be dicks instead? (btw I'm talking to both sides. Yes it's nice to see fellow ponies stick up for others, but when it gets this out of control individuals need to learn to just stop. No one is winning here. The MN bronies will still go on and do things. Sorry we all don't fit the perception of hollywood perfect that everyone likes to see represent different groups)
Nimble Bolt out.
After reading first few hater comments. I really expected it to be that bad. Then I looked at the pictures and I realized it's a one or two hater trolls spamming hateful anon comments.
ReplyDeleteIt's a normal looking group. Maybe few overweights but that's America.
What I want to know is why anypony feels it's their business to weigh in on the appearance of meetup attendees. This is a thread about a brony meetup group, not 'am I hot or not?' The people saying "oh, these people are fat, these people are ugly, these people are awkward" are being both [a] shallow and [b] busybodies.
ReplyDelete@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteHeya, what do you say about the army? Should I join it?
@Purple Tinker
Well, I guess I see what you mean, "L&T or I will not Tolerate you." And I see that's completely reasonable when some (SOME) of our side of the argument are just downright hatin on em. But I kinda wonder if it's just escalating shit yknow? Sometimes L&Ting people and attacking/killing them aren't mutually exclusive. So understand their viewpoint first (they're human, it's not impossible), then do what's necessary considering that. I think. Ya see what I mean?
not necessarily love and tolerate, but certainly take a viewpoint of 'that's not for me' over 'you're a faggot because i don't like that'
ReplyDelete@Anonymous
ReplyDeletenot all anons are bad! haha c'mon. its discrimination i tell you!
@8ftmetalhead
ReplyDeleteo ya you're right. I don't agree with forcing a belief, but I just definitely agree with wat da jesus dude said. Not Christian, just that he says some good things. I strongly believe tolerance is something. Again, tolerance doesnt mean I fuckin suck everyone's cock yknow, I still gotta do what I gotta do. But I'm going to understand others while I do shit and them let them see my own viewpoint too if possible.
HEYA, so is there any brony meetup near Seattle, Washington? This is definitely the kinda talk I would want to do in person.
@Purple Tinker
ReplyDeleteNot standing idly by while good people are being hurt doesn't mean actively antagonizing the people being hurtful, either. Like I said, if they're looking for attention, that will encourage them and make their posts continue to take up space; whereas if they're being sincere and are potentially reasonable, that will prohibit meaningful interaction. Neither outcome is desirable.
I think it's admirable and absolutely correct to care for those being bullied, but I can't help but feel as though you're not going about it in a constructive manner that is likely to lead to a positive outcome for the parties involved. No offense.
99% of these hater comments are furries who are just upset bronies are doing their OWN thing rather than get sucked into their drama-filled mysogynistic world.
ReplyDeleteYay I think the tension is finally dying down! Sorry if you're just unable to answer because you're busy or something and you're gonna come back 2 hours later to continue this wonderful argument. This time, let's not set everyone on fire. That's my job. hehehe no ok i was just kidding-and-WTF-you-just-commented-right-before-me!!!!! NO!!! ... NO HATING!!! OK?!
ReplyDeleteIt's too bad I didn't come any earlier or you all could have had your precious model military normal attired brony in a photo, boo. *sad face*
ReplyDeleteSeriously, guys, you all need to realize that you are nerds and that this fandom is about as attractive as any other nerd fandom. A Magic the Gather meet wouldn't have looked any different.
@Lupinator
ReplyDeleteWell, there IS this thing called the geek hierarchy yknow? There's a difference between science-fiction bookworms and vampire-furry-yaoi/yuri fans.
Don't kill me guys, it exists.
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_7UV6ngl55dI/TN9gC9anFYI/AAAAAAAAGhg/D_R5QSJVhKE/s1600/geekhierarchy.gif
Damn I'm upset that I missed this. I mean, my family's annual get-together was a heck of a lot of fun, but if that hadn't have been happening, I would have been there.
ReplyDeleteLook at all the fucks I give!
Brotip: Number of fucks given = 0
Hey I umm uhh
ReplyDelete@jongyon7192p
ReplyDeleteSince you brought it up, lemme share an excellent article on just WHY the Geek Hierarchy needs to go away...
http://www.fantasy-magazine.com/non-fiction/columns/the-jeremiads-why-the-geek-hierarchy-has-to-go/
@MidwestBrony
ReplyDeleteDamn html code doesn't show up...
How about some obj-C:
-(id)init{
[self thread]
return self;
}
-(void)thread{
int fucksGiven=0;
NSLog(@"Look at all the fucks I give!");
NSLog(@"Brotip: number of fucks given = %d", fucksGiven);
}
What happened to the friendly brony community? ); The one thing I absolutely loved about this was the fact that everyone was so nice.
ReplyDeleteI'm usually a troll myself but I save hateful comments for other dumb shit. Its this community where I stop trolling and just share a common love.
No, they aren't ugly. They could just clean themselves up a bit(:
BE FUCKING NICE YOU ASSWIPES. and spread the love <3
@Roy G. Biv
ReplyDeleteTrue, the chart is just a simpler generalization. The hierarchy is flexible, and differs depending on each individual. But I feel like it's just a part of human nature. Still, it says “love the sinner, hate the sin,” I guess the hierarchy can still exist as long as it limits itself to the activity alone. I don't hate furries, but I hate the act of being a furry. How's that, better?
@Anonymous
"BE FUCKING NICE YOU ASSWIPES"
Be Nice.
You Ass. Wipes.
I feel great. Just great......
..........This wonderful feeling of not-hatred and not-anger, and I feel like not-sipping a cup of tea and not-philosophizing with you people. I feel great. I feel awesome. I want to not-shoot myself.
@8ftmetalhead
ReplyDeleteo ya you're right. I don't agree with forcing a belief, but I just definitely agree with wat da jesus dude said. Not Christian, just that he says some good things. I strongly believe tolerance is something. Again, tolerance doesnt mean I fuckin suck everyone's cock yknow, I still gotta do what I gotta do. But I'm going to understand others while I do shit and them let them see my own viewpoint too if possible.
HEYA, so is there any brony meetup near Seattle, Washington? This is definitely the kinda talk I would want to do in person.
After reading first few hater comments. I really expected it to be that bad. Then I looked at the pictures and I realized it's a one or two hater trolls spamming hateful anon comments.
ReplyDeleteIt's a normal looking group. Maybe few overweights but that's America.
@Anonymous
ReplyDelete*love the good*
Freaking typos...
OH MY GOD, WHAT WOULD RARITY SAY?!
ReplyDeleteGood god, I have nothing against your opinions and what you guys think, but here's something that needs to be said REALLY LOUD.
ReplyDeleteSTOP FUCKING BICKERING GUYS. WE CAN TALK ABOUT THIS TOPIC IN A CALM AND SOPHISTICATED MANNER. I THINK THEY SHOULD IMPROVE THEIR LOOKS BUT I'M NOT TRYING TO INSULT THEM. ONLY SAYING THIS FOR THEM. AND THE OPPOSITE SIDE, DON'T JUST ASSUME IT'S TROLLING, THAT'S JUST AS LOVING AND TOLERATING OPPOSITE SIDE, HYPOCRITICAL IF I MUST SAY. WE JUST MEAN WELL. NOT SAYING YOU MUST L&T, JUST THAT IF YOU'RE GOING TO SAY L&T, MAKE SURE YOU'RE ENFORCING IT YOURSELF. AND--oh shit just a moment, lunch. Anyway, what I'm saying, alright? Be chill.
@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteNot necessarily, it's everywhere right now. Parts of north, east, south and west London are on fire right now, there's been nothing like this in my lifetime. Tell your friend to stay safe.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-14453264
you all r a bunch of faggots justifying your faggotry. waaah waaah waah.
ReplyDeletePurple Tinker is only standing up for an injustice. Nothing hypocritical about that.
ReplyDeleteMan flank this place.
@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteNeither do most of you anoymousies.
Wow this has gone on a long time.... Too long. I'm bored.
ReplyDelete@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteDo you really think we take our morals from a TV show? Most bronies just happen to be nice people. You'll also notice that nowhere in the show are the words "love and tolerance." While I doubt it and the other sayings are truly serious it doesn't necessarily make them bad philosophies. We can't always get along be but we can always try. There's nothing wrong with trying to make the world a nicer place to live.
A flame war? On MY EqDaily? It's more likely than you think.
ReplyDeleteCome on, I honestly don't care whether or not you "love and tolerate" - just be nice/civil about it either way.
woah wat just happen? suddenly comments, tons of them
ReplyDeleteOk, so starting from the part where I, jongyon7192p, say
ReplyDeleteJesus can walk on sick people and turn hobos into wine.
oops, wrong thread, or website, I mean,
jongyon7192p "@8ftmetalhead o ya you're right."
and including everything in the 4:50 PM,
all the way to,
Anon "There's nothing wrong with trying to make the world a nicer place to live,"
spontaneously appeared outta nowhere. buh.
Oh Noes! interweb assholes! Seeing as I had enough 'no fucks were given' to spend the day wandering the mall in my unicorn hat, I think I can spare a few for you.
ReplyDeleteThat being said, I had a blast on Saturday.
@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteHey :D you gave a fuck! You can share THAT. (cmon I think you wouldn't have commented in this aggressive manner if you really didn't care.)
(gah I'm just replying to every single person commenting here, Think it's time I unsubscribe now.)
@Tears of a Valedictorian
ReplyDelete@Anonymous
@Tears of a Valedictorian
@Ludo
@ActionScripter9109
@ what Purple Tinker is trying to do
@GabuEx
@Octavia
I agree.
--
I'd like to go to a meetup myself some day, but I'd much prefer a smaller one of say, five to ten people.
I find I do not enjoy myself in such large groups (20+) nearly as much. They feel more hectic (with everyone everywhere), more forced (when trying to actually do anything specific), and there is less of an opportunity to get to know anyone or become their friends or anything just because there are so many.
--
Love and tolerance isn't something people should try to live by or take to heart or push onto other people just because of FiM. Things such as being kind and considerate are common principles that are not just a part of this community, nor do they exist solely because of the show. They are an overarching theme in FiM because they are an overarching theme in life. There are many people everwhere who try to hold themselves to similar standards.
--
And for the anons who are only anonymous because they have no accounts, there is always the name/url option, in which you just give a name to go by. Or you could even sign the bottom of each of your comments. Or both!
Sotha
I don't know about turning hobos into wine. Who wants to turn a hobo ONTO wine?
ReplyDelete@Lupinator
ReplyDeleteWell, there IS this thing called the geek hierarchy yknow? There's a difference between science-fiction bookworms and vampire-furry-yaoi/yuri fans.
Don't kill me guys, it exists.
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_7UV6ngl55dI/TN9gC9anFYI/AAAAAAAAGhg/D_R5QSJVhKE/s1600/geekhierarchy.gif
HAHAHA one little comment spawned this, so worth it. best flame war i have ever pulled of. Thanks guys its been entertaining.
ReplyDelete@jongyon7192p There has been a brony meetup group in Seattle for as long as any brony meetup group has existed. Seattle/Tacoma was one of the founding groups. See http://www.meetup.com/Bronies-SeaTac/
ReplyDeleteLol, anon at 6:16, you know...the whole point of claiming credit for something is so people know you did it. Kinda pointless when you're posting anonymously.
ReplyDeleteSounds liked it was fun, wish I knew about MNBronies earlier.
ReplyDeleteLookie what I just found
ReplyDeletehttp://www.notquitewrong.com/rosscottinc/2011/08/03/so-youre-mad-about-something-on-the-internet/
Guys, didn't you see the fucking creeper?
ReplyDeletehttp://i53.tinypic.com/2vkhriv.jpg
*shudder* I can't even look at them.
I, Scott, would also like the previous comment removed.
ReplyDelete@rainbowda5h
ReplyDeleteThanks, coltcuddler. Now it can't be removed because you posted it under the name/url mode.
@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteAw, cmon, Seth will take it down. And I'm sorry. And a pranky pony mistake. :D andddd c'mon! It's a little funny.
Sides, the cute colts could just add me, lol.
What the hey? Are we thinking a nerdy fandom shouldn't have nerds in it? How bad is your life that you have to mock fans on their own fansite?
ReplyDeleteWaaah, the world isn't full of bodybuilders. Wish I could have been there.
@Anonymous
ReplyDeleteThere's a difference between people who aren't athletic, and people who grow in significant mass daily and do nothing to stop it, change their lifestyle, or generally try and be healthier people.
This isn't a forum for discussing each others' weights.
ReplyDelete@Purple Tinker
ReplyDeleteo/" "I didn't start the flame war..." o/"
Everyone here needs to step back and realize that these AREN'T really good representatives of the greater MLP fandom.
ReplyDeleteThese are the people who *want* to stand around in public and awkwardly chat with strangers in a mall about their shared love of a children's television show (that's run a grand total of *one* season).
And if they want to do that, let them, they're not hurting anybody.
Also: They're not all that ugly, sans ponyhats and t-shirts, they look like normal people.
The only thing funnier than the ugly is how personally Purple Tinker is taking it
ReplyDeleteDid it hit close to home or something
@Javadocs
ReplyDelete>Look at Javadoc's folder
>95% of the group: Normal looking teenagers
This is what happens when you choose the wrong picture, Seth.
By the by, since when did "nerd" become a bad thing again? We're nerds, you're a nerd; we'll never be considered "normal" by "normal" people. Why should anyone care?*
*Of course, that doesn't mean I approve of massive unhygienic neckbeards and hambeasts running about being social retards, just... stop bagging on people for acting nerdy.
New filly here -
ReplyDeleteI think that gathering to celebrate a community centered around something you enjoy is a wonderful thing. Everyone should have such luck.
Ya, this is kinda funny, but I think you're right. The main problem that caused all this is the pic chosen to be accessible at the start. (nono, not your fault Seth, you couldn't have known. (nor is it anyone's fault at all.))
ReplyDeleteI dunno why exactly, I guess some people stood out too much? It's a group photo. Everyone's supposed to blend in into a crowd or something but some people accidently got attention they didn't want. I really feel bad for them.
For WA brony meetups. I didn't have time for those because I was busy with class and stuff. It ends this week but... I probably can't get in the Penny Arcade Expo with all the tickets sold, and rainfurrest...?! umm... ya... sorry if I offended anyone but no. Ya, I'm a nerd, but I have limits.
Hey, did you notice if you type My Little Pony into google, NONE of image results are FiM stuff? The ugly ones we always hated. Or type bronies and see what comes up first? All that negative coverage. I wonder, one day, our rep is gonna plummet so badly we'll be considered worse than Furries. And I said I personally know furries arent as bad as what the stereotype depict them, but most people hate the fuck out of them anyway. And I'm just worried that we'll be looked at that way by society, too.
People don't like us, do they...?
I don't see any ugly people in the photo.
ReplyDeleteWhat I do see are a bunch of nerds!! Which is a pity because I thought the fan base encompassed more people than those who already have a predisposition to trying something unorthodox for their age group. A pity.
As to some of the self claim "bronies" who feel the same as Purple Tinker, not all of the people who watch MLP are going to act the same way as you, DEAL WITH IT!! I personally don't like the word "Brony". I don't believe that nameless characters of a show who barely or never speak should be given a name and storyline by some that the rest of us are forced to go by.
As to these so called "trolls" I believe they are upset that they aren't represented and are constantly painted along with others who can be, well, more over the top in their love. I would urge these people to attend the meets so that other types of fans can represented.
@Timber, I know you're probably not still lurking here or anything but... I went back and found your reply.
ReplyDeleteTimber: "Oh I see! Just change our genetics then huh? Its just that friggin simple is it? Well hot damn. You've solved the problem. I congratulate you, good sir buckwit. You just get right on that genetics manipulation that anypony can use, and we'll get right on looking better."
GENETICS?! ...I...I...ge...ne...tics... wow... all that calmness just disappeared from me... BWAHAHHAAHAHAHAAH, you're so UGLY, you need GENETIC MANIPULATION to fix it?! GOOD GOD, SIMPLY BETTER CLOTHES AND SOME SKIN CARE WONT DO FOR YOU HUH?! NOR WOULD PLASTIC SURGERY? NO! YOU BLAME YOUR PARENTS FOR YOUR FACE?! YOUR MOM'S FACE IS SO UGLY, THAT SHE SOMETHING-SOMETHING-CHEAP-UR-MAMA-JOKE.
nonono... no! NO, FUCK NO! If you think having average outer appearance is only the GENETICALLY CHOSEN ONES can do, you're parroting the lame-ass excuses fat bastards make to be a fucking sloth on their looks. "OMG i JUST HAZ BIG BONEZ!!!1!" All the bullying disappeared when i started checking myself in the mirror! Just GONE! The source of all my problems, poof! Everyone tolerates me more now! I thought I had it bad, but everyone else put so much to keep their image up. They take a lot of stress from it. I understood them. And this is my conclusion. I...
...
...sorry I'll shut up...no I can't say sorry, but it's just that it would sound fucking awkward in this situation. I'll just fucking shut up and fucking go to bed.
@Timber
ReplyDeletePFFFT. XD I have no idea at all. Anons is just a bit boring, though.
Oh well. I kind of like Anonymousies though. *shrug* I've seen anonymouse used in places like Journalfen, so it kind of stuck. ^^;
I don't see any ugly people in the photo.
ReplyDeleteWhat I do see are a bunch of nerds!! Which is a pity because I thought the fan base encompassed more people than those who already have a predisposition to trying something unorthodox for their age group. A pity.
As to some of the self claim "bronies" who feel the same as Purple Tinker, not all of the people who watch MLP are going to act the same way as you, DEAL WITH IT!! I personally don't like the word "Brony". I don't believe that nameless characters of a show who barely or never speak should be given a name and storyline by some that the rest of us are forced to go by.
As to these so called "trolls" I believe they are upset that they aren't represented and are constantly painted along with others who can be, well, more over the top in their love. I would urge these people to attend the meets so that other types of fans can represented.
@Purple Tinker
ReplyDeleteo/" "I didn't start the flame war..." o/"
Sounds liked it was fun, wish I knew about MNBronies earlier.
ReplyDelete@Tears of a Valedictorian
ReplyDelete@Anonymous
@Tears of a Valedictorian
@Ludo
@ActionScripter9109
@ what Purple Tinker is trying to do
@GabuEx
@Octavia
I agree.
--
I'd like to go to a meetup myself some day, but I'd much prefer a smaller one of say, five to ten people.
I find I do not enjoy myself in such large groups (20+) nearly as much. They feel more hectic (with everyone everywhere), more forced (when trying to actually do anything specific), and there is less of an opportunity to get to know anyone or become their friends or anything just because there are so many.
--
Love and tolerance isn't something people should try to live by or take to heart or push onto other people just because of FiM. Things such as being kind and considerate are common principles that are not just a part of this community, nor do they exist solely because of the show. They are an overarching theme in FiM because they are an overarching theme in life. There are many people everwhere who try to hold themselves to similar standards.
--
And for the anons who are only anonymous because they have no accounts, there is always the name/url option, in which you just give a name to go by. Or you could even sign the bottom of each of your comments. Or both!
Sotha
1) Every meetup seems to be a success, I'm happy for everypony who can participate in one :)
ReplyDelete2) Ok what's up with all the sudden hating?
Jelly coz people have the balls to break out of their prison of anonimity?
3) Someone above mentioned clothing or outlook or whatever being bad thus giving a bad impression of our fandom to outsiders.
a) Why would I care, regardless of being a brony or not, what people think of me? Isn't that like, the basic message of the past 50 years? be yourself coz everypony has the right to feel good without having to succumb to stereotypes?
My job would sort of require me to be harsh, emotionless and I should be wearing a suit and a necktie 24/7. Guess what, I don't and I'm fine with it and it doesn't seem to interfere much with my job.
b) We are who we are, and we will lose that the moment we start trying to please the outsiders just so they accept us.
And don't come with all the "they represent the community" stuff. They represent the values of the community, and that has nothing to do with what you wear, how you wear it or how you look like in general.
Someone would be hating or simply ignoring the fandom solely because (s)he saw a meetup where people didn't look "good enough" for his/her liking? Big deal.
Don't judge a book by its cover.
May I advice watching Bridle Gossip again? :P
@Ewyndall
ReplyDeleteI'm not hating, I'm just tired of people thinking it's OK to be fat, and not take care of their bodies, etc... I work in healthcare, and it makes me sad every time I end up with an obese middle-aged person who's already having medical problems that they shouldn't be having for 20-30 more years.
Hell, my friend works in an area where people are being put on heart medications in their MID 20's for hypertension and similar issues...
It's sad. (and selfish). The rest of the world is now obligated to make exceptions because THEY CHOSE to let themselves be the way they are. All they'd have had to do is start taking care of their body, eat better, STOP drinking sodas (diet or otherwise), and start getting some (even low grade) exercise.
(/rant)
Discussing the appearance of meetup attendees is off-topic (and rude).
ReplyDeleteLol, i love how you can tell most bronies came from 4chan... Anyway, i was there and had a blast. This pic was taken early and thats mostly why everyone is kind of standing around awkwardly, after an hour or so almost everyone loosened up.
ReplyDeletePersonal experience:
ReplyDeleteIt's damn easy to talk and rant as an Anon that it's just a "choice" to be fat.
I could go on with my own life and family examples, and yes I am actually among those who decided to lose weight and I managed, and ever since I actually feel more symphaty for those who still struggle with their weight, coz it's a damn tough fight (if you do it the healthy way).
I am ashamed of you people now. Really.
I checked the pictures, and I really don't understand all the commotion. I see normal people there.
EVERYDAY people.
A bunch of everyday people having a good time, enjoying company, socializing.
While you others keep seeing "problems" on the picture, I see happy faces. I don't understand you.
If we want to get into the weight issue, let me tell something of my own.
It helped me a lot more to have a supportive atmosphere around me rather than people telling me I should feel bad for my condition or even straight forward telling I should be ashamed and make me feel like the scum of humanity.
Blaming won't work. Becoming fat is the result of a life-style and losing your extra weight requires you to drasticly and permanently change your lifestyle, which is not always an easy "snap n go" thing.
We are not the same. Some people can do it easily, some don't. The latter need support.
And what you do here is pointing fingers at people making them feel bad, completely ruining their good time.
Yes, that's what you are doing.
Do you think it helps?
They go out to enjoy the company of other bronies, it gets posted like every other meetup and when they come here checking the comments they see blaming and hating.
Be so kind and think this over, please.
If someone is feeling fine in his/her body, then you won't be able to convince them to change, especially not as a random Anon over the internet.
Mocking or hating on these people will just make them feel bad and isolated, but won't change anything else.
I myself believe everything I wrote above is pretty much, well, obvious. I wasn't saying anything new or groundbreaking.
That's why I presume what I see in these comments is plain hating, or just "letting out your negative energies" on something, rather than being helpful or good willing.
My message to the bronies from the meetup:
Do not let any of these haters get to you. Don't let them make you feel bad for your condition.
I am proud of you all who broke out from the walls of anonimity and shared the magic of frinedship. You are the ones who we should thank for building this community. :)
((P.S: In case any of you decides to change his way if life - and this is a personal experience too - don't be ashamed to ask for help either. There are a lot of good willing people out there who will support you if you need it.))
@Purple Tinker: I agree. And Im terrible sorry that I can't resist answering to these comments, I'm probably putting oil on fire. Forgive me for this, I just feel the entire topic very close to me.
@jongyon7192p
ReplyDeleteThink long and hard about choosing the military--There are some pretty unique and interesting opportunities to be had, but BUCKETS of bullshit to wade through on a daily. Get a few opinions.
And wow. After the craziness spouted here, I'm thinking the MLP fandom needs to hire a public relations firm to closely manage Bronies and the media. I do hope the earnest love for an adorable show is what ultimately shines through after all the rage, among us and in the eyes of the public at large.
I'm not from 4chan. Also i just went to a meetup. Finally, it was difficult getting there, but i knew it would be worth it.
ReplyDeleteNo one's here so I don't know why I'm writing this, here of all places. But I said all that because I really just wanted to motivate people to start taking care of their looks. Not lose yourself trying to please others, but to try to please yourself. That's the most important thing about appearances, what YOU think about it.
Say you're ugly and you look in the mirror. Is that really what you WANT? You're body's an art medium. It's like your avatar you choose so carefully to represent yourself. You gotta be productive with it and make it look how YOU want it to look!!!
And thanks for the advice on the military thing btw. I'm wondering if what I want isn't exactly military training, but more... simple exercise and gun shooting practice. Like at some shooting range.
Anyway I understand my words are more demotivating than... motivating. Also I heard chewing gum often helps.