I cant quite believe that the most sensible post in the thread has been over looked.

Wiglet you speak wise words - this is a great, well thought out post :dance2:

Couldnt agree with you more

Karma + for wiglet :thumbs:

I think to say it is rampant is a little unfair, when you look at the actual size of the membership you will find that it is actually a small minority who are actually out and out homophobic.

Some posters are thoughtless and that comes from lack of life experience or life skills. Some people have very limited communication skills which shines through in posts.

I know if I see anything that looks homophobic I take immediate action, but sometimes debate about these issues is healthy, it allows people to be educated through debate.

Also at the bottom end we have some mean, nasty members who are going to do and say anything to get a rise and they are the ones we all need to look out for really.

I agree with what you say about Chris Moyles ( I love him) he does get away with making many homophobic comments, but they are usually made to Aled who has accepted them as part of his role in the show which is a shame really, I would love to hear him stick up to Moyles and let rip!!

Without wishing to stir up a great big pot, I read the post by xEtchieXx to which we are now banging on about,( the nicest possible sense) to read that sex between two men was unnatural.

I was rather shocked to read it stated like that and took in a little, but deep intake of breath because I knew darn well you were going to put yourself in a whole lot of trouble. You then dug yourself a deeper hole with further comments.

What you are stating some people will agree with. But tell me, do you have a perception of what a gay man/woman is and is it a case of you are fine with people being gay as long as 'they get on with it in their own yard'? Without putting words in your mouth that is what it looks like.

I don't know if that is homophobia or straight forward ignorance?

Thank you for my karma:blush2:

welcome wiglet I gave you Karma for an excellent post

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Can some comment please on my theory in my last post about why straight men may have a problem with seeing two men kissing, would be interested in your views, esp. Psylocke's. :elephant:.

Edit: Wiglet, always enjoy reading your posts on all the topics :thumbs:.

very Interesting perspective,and one that psycologists use in determining why some people are violent homophobes.

People that hate somone else,espically others sexuality,usually are uncomfortable because somwhere inside them they are unsure or confused about there own sexuality.they use others as a focus for there confusion which usually turns to hate.

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I think I will resume what's going on:

homophobic people ! Accept the others, you are just jealous ! :pat:

Is that alright ?

Swearing or trying to use swear words with stars in place is against forum rules, warning will be issued if this continues - sunny_01

Hehe, good point, I have studied psychology a long time ago but didnt consciously link theory into practice or into my own experience (always nice when you can link the two though).

I honestly believe the best way to deal with homophobic attitudes is to first understand where they are coming from and then lead them to where you are or atleast a place where both sides can get on with one another.

Thanks for your reply.

Taijitu : We should all take on board your theory and the next time we see a homophobic post we should simply just respond to the poster with "You're gay!"




Note: This post was created with the intention of adding some humour onto the end of a very well debated subject. The author of this post takes no responsibility for any offense caused to members who may or may not have a sense of humour.

xXEtchieXx, the problem with your post was, you made a compasrison on the fact that it was two men not for the fact that it was Gerry and Seany kissing. It may not have been homophobic but just be carefull beore you tap or bang next time. You're angry or just not thinking, who knows?

Nice av Stropz :colour:

Thanks mate! :thumbs: Did you like my wee joke as well? :tongue:

stropz i did :laugh:

Homosexuals are gay. :wink:

Call me conservative and I honestly do not want to offend anyone but IMO I don't think that is an appropriate avatar for a forum with young members.

Why Kristen?

I don't know. It's just if I had kids I wouldn't want them seeing it.
I'm sure a lot of people would disagree and consider me stupid but I just think there are better ways to express yourself.

Is it just because it is 2 people kissing? Or do you think that particualr pic is slightly sexual?

The fact they both have their shirts off is sexual.
I have to admit when I heard Gerry and Seany both kissed I was a little grossed out but not because they were both men. I was grossed out because I find neither of them slightly attractive.
I didn't mind when Jason and Dan kissed because I thought Jason was fit. Maybe not all the 'yuk's' and 'eurgh's' were homophobic.

That could be true, but on such sensitive an issue, I think members need to explain themselves a bit better as you have done. Thanks.

It shows that you are disgusted by this, for you then it's not the same thing as a straight couple. I don't think you do that if Mikey and Grace are kissing isn't it ?