Originally Posted by ThomasC (Post 11182330)

As for the willy penetrating the fanny, yeah that's just not acceptable

Originally Posted by Cherie (Post 11182424)

Not sure that is a vagina? it is pride after all...:laugh:

Originally Posted by Swan (Post 11182422)

Do you not agree that it's becoming over sexualised in what is promoted as being a 'family friendly environment' though?

It's hard to remember what we'd think as kids being adults now, but im sure seeing a man in a bunny mask walking down the street with his knob out would just frighten kids. It's becoming less about liberation and 'pride' and more about 'sticking it to the man' imo. And the problem is any criticism for the most part is met with cries of homophobia, which isn't the case at all.

Originally Posted by ThomasC (Post 11182446)

Yeah I can't disagree.

The actual meaning of pride is lost, like I say I think it's an excuse for some to just wear outrageous outfits, often for attention and to try get laid. They couldn't care less about the actual meaning of it...it's just a big shag fest party

Originally Posted by ThomasC (Post 11182446)

Yeah I can't disagree.

The actual meaning of pride is lost, like I say I think it's an excuse for some to just wear outrageous outfits, often for attention and to try get laid. They couldn't care less about the actual meaning of it...it's just a big shag fest party

Originally Posted by arista (Post 11182448)

Yes Alf
this Pride should say NO Children,

Originally Posted by Cherie (Post 11182462)

But lots of gay couples have children so why should they be excluded

Originally Posted by arista (Post 11182466)

Yes but it is Nowdays Adults Only

They are Sluts in Parade


The Children,
can stay with someone who is not
going

Originally Posted by Niamh. (Post 11182451)

That's quite sad isn't it?

Originally Posted by Swan (Post 11182453)

And the thing is, there is nothing wrong with all the above, as long as it's done away from kids and not on public streets, there'd be no issue. But when that kind of thing is promoted as family friendly, and kids are being exposed to sex, suggestiveness (in a very real form) that's when Pride starts to lose all credibility imo. You have to ask what the ultimate goal is now, what is Pride trying to achieve?!

Originally Posted by arista (Post 11182466)

Yes but it is Nowdays Adults Only

They are Sluts in Parade


The Children,
can stay with someone who is not
going

Originally Posted by Niamh. (Post 11182469)

You can't have an adults only rule for something that goes through Public main streets and cities

Originally Posted by ThomasC (Post 11182489)

Do you ever post something that isn't robotic nonsense and has some content to it? I like you, but you don't half talk some bollox.

Originally Posted by arista (Post 11182490)

Things change all the time,


If I was in charge of a City

I would put up signs telling all children to return home


Gay Sluts on the Street
is not suitable for under 16 year olds

Originally Posted by ThomasC (Post 11182492)

Thank god you're not in charge then.

I can be a slut. Nothing wrong with being a slut.

I love the dick and absolutely nothing wrong with that.... The problem comes in when you dress too provocative

Originally Posted by ThomasC (Post 11182492)

Thank god you're not in charge then.

I can be a slut. Nothing wrong with being a slut.

I love the dick and absolutely nothing wrong with that.... The problem comes in when you dress too provocative

Originally Posted by Oliver_W (Post 11182501)

No-one needs to know it though, and it definitely doesn't need to be flaunted at events which are nominally family friendly.

Originally Posted by ThomasC (Post 11182488)

Yes and no. If you're out to have fun then I see no problem as long as it's not hurting anyone else. I imagine pride means more to older generations who have had to fight more for equality. The meaning of it is often lost. The real meaning is an acceptance and to be able to live without persecution for loving someone of the same sex.




Suggestive sex and nudism are completely different imo...but I don't think either belong in pride marches or pride events.

As for children attending, of course they should. This is where real change happens. Out with the old and in with the new. Newer generations should be taught to be open minded and treat people with respect. It's older generations who are often behind the times and homophobia is steeped in beliefs passed on through parents and generations.....and religion.

Originally Posted by ThomasC (Post 11182504)

Yes they do need to know it to a degree as it helps getting laid.l and it's an atmosphere where a lot of gay men will be.

Show a bit of leg off...I'm partial to some short shorts and a nice tan as it does my complexion wonders.

Like I say, it depends how provocative..... Would I wear a jockstrap or a gimp mask *shudders*, no I would not and I don't think it's acceptable....if that's your thing then save it for the bedroom

Originally Posted by Oliver_W (Post 11182515)

Well sure, that's what I mean. The only purpose Pride seems to have anymore is for people to get laid, and of course to pad the wallets of those running it. Maybe the deadly sin it should be named after nowadays is Gluttony :joker:

There are simply no real battles left to be won, so of course it's meaningless now. The occasional random homophobe is more likely to face backlash than any gay guy, and acceptance isn't going to be won by the freakshow Pride has become.

Originally Posted by Oliver_W (Post 11182515)

Well sure, that's what I mean. The only purpose Pride seems to have anymore is for people to get laid, and of course to pad the wallets of those running it. Maybe the deadly sin it should be named after nowadays is Gluttony :joker:

There are simply no real battles left to be won, so of course it's meaningless now. The occasional random homophobe is more likely to face backlash than any gay guy, and acceptance isn't going to be won by the freakshow Pride has become.