When did you feel that you were part of Eden's community or extended family?

Thank you. =) I've found a few people that I talk to on a regular basis. I try to participate.

Same to you. =)

You are more than welcome. I love to help. And I'm willing to help anyone who messages me.

LOL!!! You know you made me think here Gracie;

It was just last month I think, Tuesday wrote on one of my reviews for an assignment. That is when I realised my reviews were actually not that bad when someone I respected as a toy reviewer so much made a comment saying I had a good review!!!

But as for fitting into the Forums... I don't really feel like I am a part of the Forums actually. But then again, I'm here and active in the Forums because I like reading other people's opinions so it really doesn't matter how I feel about it, I am here and enjoying reading people's opinions!!!

For the Community aspect of Eden, it boils down to you get what you give. I'm not very good with the small talk I find it awkward so I never really talk to people unless I have something of value to say. So sure! I feel comfy here in the Community!!!

I'll tell you a secret, I tell it to my students when they get up to talk in front of people.

Pretend you are god/God.

Seriously!

Your opinion is your opinion and is valued just as much as everyone elses. Your opinions were formed by your experiences which are unique to you. If people do not listen to them, that is their problem not yours. Your opinions are never wrong no matter if others say they are. Your information might be wrong, sure, that happens to everyone, but your opinions never are because they are a part of you.

So Lil'Missy, I dare you. Stop thinking you are Thumbellina and start thinking you're the Green Giant!!!

Haha. That's funny cause in high school I was nicknamed sprout. A reason completely irrelevant to this discussion, but still funny. Joking aside, I shall try to take on that mind set. I really do want to become part of the community because everyone here is so nice and open. Challenge accepted!!

No don't. I like you from just chatting back and forth for a little while. You should frequent the forums more. You won't be ignored

You're welcome!

I first felt welcomed by Sexyintexas when I came here last year and she was my mentor. She had me become familiar with the way the community worked and was there to answer any question that I may have had. I was frustrated when my first few reviews didn't get EU votes (I know now they weren't) and she expalined how things worked around here and what I could do to make them better.

I feel that everyone that's read some or all of my reviews has supported me on my orgasmic journey. I've been given several suggestions on toys or tricks to try from several people (Beck, Stainedclear, Gunsmoke, Gracie, Tuesday)and I have many that offer their support and encouragement when yet another toy fails me.

I came here unable to have an orgasm and was frustrated, feeling (unfulfilled) and not worthy as a woman. My husband wasn't interested in helping me on my journey and constantly made comments that I didn't need toys, we both start at the same time and there had to be something wrong with me because it wasn't his fault I couldn't orgasm, etc. so I made a forum post about how I was feeling and P'Gell and others helped me out with some wonderful advice.

I love this community, and I try to help those that I'm able to by writing my reviews and offering suggestions in the forums on products I have experience with.

I love being part of the mentor program and want to help others become comfortable with the community, feel welcomed, and open about things as well as help with their writing if they need it.

I'm so glad that I was able to help you out with that whole situation, I just hate that it worked out the way it did at the end. But, we've got you now!!!

Much love back!

I mean, you know...people in glass houses and all that jazz.

You're exactly right! The more you invest in us, the more we will invest in you. Ha, that sounds so weird and all hokey but it's totally true.

I promise you, there is nothing to be afraid of here. I can understand feeling shy, but everyone has an opinion and your insight is worth the risk. Just do what you're comfortable with and I hope that, in time, you'll blossom into the beautiful flower I know you are.

That you do! and I'm so happy to be here! and again I thank you so much for listening to me rant

I'm going to try. WomanChina has a point. =) Thank you.

Thank you. It's not voicing my opinion I'm scared of. It's wording it wrong. I have to think, hard, about what I want to say and how to put it so it makes sense. A lot of the times I just go with as technical as possible and it comes across as rude.

I have brain damage from a car accident and there are words for simple items that are just......gone. I completely understand how you feel, however, you are here!! That is already a step in the right direction!! Go ahead and word them how you talk. Act like you are talking to someone when you write, it does help. There is no reason to be self-concious, we are not going to bite if you make a mistake. We all make mistakes and write things wrong!! You can also always message me if you want me to just look over something for you as well--I do this for a lot of people. Glad you are here, we all welcome you and your input is valuable!!

Thank you. The more I participate in this one post the more I feel accepted and not so tiny. =)

"We don't bite lol."

Unless asked.

Love right back at you!

AGREE!!!

There are so many people that come and go it can be tricky to notice newer members. Let us know you are here--communicate with us--ask questions--and for goodness sakes, do NOT take it personally if you feel ignored or not included. We just haven't figured out who the newest asset to Eden is yet...but give us time and let us know you are around!!!


AND--JustLikeHeaven: Thank you for the acknowledgement above, that is so sweet of you to mention us!! We are always here to help anyone that asks, and will volunteer our help if we notice it is wanted. I love being your helper and friend.

Your welcome Steff and I love having you around when I need you.