I notice it frequently in the MtF forums where some individuals still exhibit a certain amount of masculine passive/aggressive behavior toward other people whose post they may disagree with, or toward someone who's transition they somehow feel isn't as legitimate as their own. I don't know if that happens in the FtM forums or not. At any rate it is rather infuriating to see someone being picked on by these mean spirited types. It usually begins with some sarcastic response and escalates.

Quote from: Beth Andrea on April 26, 2013, 01:17:18 PM
Sarcasm isn't about telling the truth, or even speaking your mind...its intent is to hurt.

And if someone can be hurt, they can also be maimed and killed. No one knows who is on the other side of the keyboard, whether they are your intended target or not...imho, unless you are being attacked, you have no right to deliberately use violence or words to harm another.
Imho

O.o we jumped a long way from sarcasm to wanting to maim or kill somebody or have violence against them... Like I don't see the connection here. Just because someone is sarcastic does not mean they intend to maim or physically harm someone. Sarcasm isn't always out to target anyone either. I am a pretty sarcastic guy, and I know that when I spew off with the sarcasm my real intent isn't to harm someone or push them into harming themselves.

There's a difference between sarcasm and being a troll/bully. Lets not even attempt putting them all in one category. A lot of my friends are sarcastic by nature and we all know it's in good fun. If someone's feelings are hurt in the process they are probably just more sensitive than the rest. Sensitivity to something doesn't always mean the "offending party" was trying to deliberately ruin their day. Let alone wish physical harm on someone.

Shantel, if your avitar is your eyes, they they are the prettiest eyes! <no verbal irony intended>.

Quote from: Cynthia Michelle on April 27, 2013, 03:22:33 PM
Shantel, it your avitar is your eyes, they they are the prettiest eyes! <no verbal irony intended>.

Thanks, I wish they were. I'm fascinated by pretty eyes and nice brows and have used several different sets as an avatar. Some people look at a woman's shape or how they're dressed, I have always just focused on other women's eyes, brows and teeth. A good smile and pretty eyes are more important than great curves and can be so expressive and captivating.