javagoddess's blog post - A few thoughts:

Sunday, August 8, 2004, 2:55:26 AM
When a person posts something of themselves online, it is very much an act of trust. One becomes vulnerable, literally exposed to the world. It is an act of bravery. The comments and feedback that follow, I believe, resemble something what celebrities must face.
There are good reviews and bad reviews and each must be taken with a grain of salt. Just as the positive ought not to go to one's head, the negative feedback must also not be taken to heart.
There are many, many websites catering to the amateur exhibitionist. None that I have found have been nearly as supportive to the individual as NN. The people that I have encountered here in the comments, PMs and chatroom are by and large warm, pleasant, supportive and loyal to NN's vision. I feel incredibly lucky to have found such a place, and hope that everyone who cares for it continues to hold a high and attainable standard.
The best way to do this, I believe, is to meet the negative with patience and dignity. By setting an example of integrity and kindness, of open-mindedness, acceptance and understanding, NN will continue to grow as a supportive and loving environment for exhibitionists and voyeurs alike. I believe that the only way to keep the negative to a minimum is for the positive to will out. Stick with it, folks - this here is something worth fighting for.

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uniden9 on 8-Aug-04 3:14:10
you are a wise, caring and insightful woman Java, thank you.
-Uni

tattooedNpierced on 8-Aug-04 3:39:51
java sweetie that is or was well said kiss kiss my dear

hotmomto3 on 8-Aug-04 6:21:35
well said

incubator on 8-Aug-04 11:40:31
Yes very nice sentiments Java but unfortunately as a realist the people that dont share the same feelings we do for this site wont read either the blog or DB so we are preaching to the converted babe. xx

javagoddess on 8-Aug-04 11:46:46
isn't that what we're, each of us, best at, inc?

lar on 8-Aug-04 12:57:41
True Java... from a loyal NN voyer and exhibitionist..

hodedo on 12-Aug-04 21:03:44
ihear ny,ny calling me from my indiana home how about an anarchist from chi town

Rovan on 17-Aug-04 23:36:11
I believe Java has hit the nail on the head with many of her comments. She is indeed an insightful and thinking person. Individual positive energy multiplied many times over creates, what I call, Awesome Energy (AE). AE can work wonders. Lets all work towards NN AE and make the world a better place!

ginaswet on 18-Aug-04 3:34:45
/me hugs java...you are such an intelligent woman... I love it!

Realguy on 1-Sep-04 5:20:27
NN members, you're all beautiful. Believe in yourselves. Have confidence in you body; after all you probably wouldn't be here if you didn't. Strong, positive thoughts will take the sting out of the venom. Don't let a few social misfits ruin your experience here.

Red_Baron on 13-Nov-04 19:13:54
They may be few in quantity but many in perception!

Feela21 on 8-May-05 19:52:09
I agree totally! well done java! ;o)