How awful... :(
Well, I guess all those stereotypes regarding people with hobbies (toy-collecting in particular), as being "no-life losers", "manchildren", "basement dwellers" and the like all stem from the one source, which is the way society views adults. Most, if not all, think that when entering adulthood, people should all fulfill the same expectation: be independent of their parents, have a secure job, have a rich social life etc.. But most important of all, in this overall perception, adults should no longer be interested in things like toys, video games and the like, as those things are reserved, exclusively for children/young teens.
Those things are often considered to be the norm. Now if someone does things like playing video games, collecting ponies etc., this tends to get negative reactions from people, because, in their mind, this is something that strays from the said norm, something fully grown and mature adults shouldn't be doing, because it's considered childish and immature.
That's a really, really sad and at the same time really annoying (to say the least) thing, that's likely not going to change in the next few years. Although given a large, and still growing, number of people who are into something that breaks the mold, it's quite possible that it might do so, sooner or later.
I personally think it's great if people find enjoyment in stuff like toy-collecting, watching old cartoons, playing video games, reading comicbooks and the like. If people like doing those things, then let them - they don't harm anyone with it, so why should this be such a big deal? People really should stop antagonizing people who's hobbies don't fit with the general picture of an adult and them as some sort of threat to the balance of society.
Me personally: if I were to recieve such a comment, I wouldn't really be bothered by that, because I know those things are not true. It's just some unimaginative trolls spewing their hate for personal enjoyment and self-esteem boost. Plus it's not for these people to decide what I, and many others, should do in our lives.
I wasn't sure if this would be in Off Topic or Pony Corral, because it does have to do with ponies...Very sorry if it's in the wrong spot, mods.
I guess I needed another reminder as to why I hate about 90% of people.
Saw this article a while back, about this woman who is a very devoted pony collector and has 1000+, and entire pony room, and her husband and family just buy her ponies as gifts now. She has a large collection of customs and plushies, the pony room has a spare bed with sheets and pony curtains on the windows, all that. Like super awesome crazed collector.
And.
The comments for that article. People are calling her lifeless, a loser, she's "probably single", wasting her money, needs a life, is mental, needs help, etc. Honestly, you're going out of your way to criticize her for doing something that makes her happy, while you, what, plant your fat arse on the couch and call her lifeless? I am aware of what trolls are, but sometimes people aren't trolls, they're just flat out jerks with nothing better to do than hate on people. I don't ever hate on people for what they do or like, we all have our own things. Mine happens to be metal and toy collecting, who should judge me? They don't know me. We all have our little things and people who get all up in arms about other things that other people that -they do not know or care about- like, and to call them lifeless, that's pathetic. I really hate people. xD
Sorry for the rant, but that actually pissed me off. Not many things on the internet have the power to, because I don't care what people think, I really don't, but that did- Because the majority of people are stupid jerks and live to tear down the rest of us. ^^
I think that might have been me LOL! :P Yeah it was pretty horrific at the time but then I decided (with the help of fab pony peeps here) that they're are SO not worth it! If they're taking time to make nasty comments about others who they don't even know then they're the saddos (and worse thing I can't say on here :P )
Sarah xx
I think that might have been me LOL! :P Yeah it was pretty horrific at the time but then I decided (with the help of fab pony peeps here) that they're are SO not worth it! If they're taking time to make nasty comments about others who they don't even know then they're the saddos (and worse thing I can't say on here :P )
Sarah xx
Count me in with the hate of 90% of people too. :P
Count me in with the hate of 90% of people too. :P
I've never felt so well understood in my life! love you guys!
Non-collectors don't realize that a collection doesn't just pop up out of the floor one day when you deposit the right amount of money into it. Collections build slowly over the course of many years and if this woman's collection is so substantial then I am sure she's in a slightly older age bracket, which means she has had more time and more funds to put toward her collection.
Aw thanks Lochness! :hug:
@Partypony, yeah I got that impression from the commenters too, that they think that ponies is all we do, we don't have anything else in our lives. I think it's an odd assumption to make; after all we all have interests and things that we do but they wouldn't assume that someone who enjoyed collecting shoes or handbags, or someone who liked football spent ALL of their time doing that would they? But yet you get something slightly off the main stream and suddenly that person is a freak or a loser with no life?? Dumbasses! :silly:
Yep, I have a job, a group of awesome friends, a loving family, and lo and behold I do other stuff too like go to the cinema or the pub with family and friends! Shocking huh?? ;) haha
I think that might have been me LOL! :P Yeah it was pretty horrific at the time but then I decided (with the help of fab pony peeps here) that they're are SO not worth it! If they're taking time to make nasty comments about others who they don't even know then they're the saddos (and worse thing I can't say on here :P )
Sarah xx
I have to say that stuff like this irks the snot out of me.
If a person spends money on toys and or things that they like ... they will always have those things... they will have that reminder of what they did with that money forever.
But that makes them "weird" Or "Lifeless" or "loosers" I know..my own flesh and blood have told me that on more times than I can count!
But if a person goes out, wastes money on drinks, and drugs, or drives wild or spends their whole paycheck on going out and partying.. they are considered normal ...
I DON'T GET IT!!
HOW in the name of Celestia does acting like a fool and having nothing to show for it later.. make you more of an adult then plunking down the occasional five bucks for something that you will have for the rest of your life... can show off... and will increase in value?
I think the people who say this stuff about collectors need to get THEIR heads screwed on straight.
cus frankly .. you all are the weird ones.
I think that might have been me LOL! :P Yeah it was pretty horrific at the time but then I decided (with the help of fab pony peeps here) that they're are SO not worth it! If they're taking time to make nasty comments about others who they don't even know then they're the saddos (and worse thing I can't say on here :P )
Sarah xx
Honestly this is exactly how my family (at this point mainly just my brother) reacts to my collection. My brother gets angry at me anytime I get a package and will throw it around, yell at me, and talk about how I need mental help or have a bunch of problems... just because I spend a little money on toys. The amount he and my parents spend on cigarettes, beer, and similar things in a week is more than I spend on ponies in a month, but I'm the one who needs help... Hmmm....
I always hate seeing happy collectors show the world their things and then get shot down and insulted like that. How dare we spend money on things that make us happy, right!!? Having a hobby and making yourself smile is suuuuch a waste of money! /sarcasm.
Hugs all around! :hug: I'm so glad there's a friendly community here where no one is getting shamed for *gasp* enjoying something!
Haters gonna hate. They don't just hate collectors, they hate lots of things and people. They spend their lives looking for the bad and finding it.
I'm so happy I'm not them and I do feel sorry for 90% of people. I'm so glad for this community :)
Honestly this is exactly how my family (at this point mainly just my brother) reacts to my collection. My brother gets angry at me anytime I get a package and will throw it around, yell at me, and talk about how I need mental help or have a bunch of problems... just because I spend a little money on toys. The amount he and my parents spend on cigarettes, beer, and similar things in a week is more than I spend on ponies in a month, but I'm the one who needs help... Hmmm....Ok darling.. with all due respect to your family.. your brother sounds like a jerk.
I always hate seeing happy collectors show the world their things and then get shot down and insulted like that. How dare we spend money on things that make us happy, right!!? Having a hobby and making yourself smile is suuuuch a waste of money! /sarcasm.
Hugs all around! :hug: I'm so glad there's a friendly community here where no one is getting shamed for *gasp* enjoying something!
That's sad... I'd seen on TRU facebook some little girl wrote "I like twilight I think she's pretty with wings" and someone commented "Typical Stupid little girl"This is disgusting. How dare anyone be so rude to a KID! this is so offensive.
So, let me get this straight.
I work hard for six hour shifts twice every week shelving books and odd jobs around a library and can't treat myself to a pony to brush and play with once in a while? Sickening. It's these people who are rude and vulgar that are lifeless. I think that as long as you have something that makes you happy, an income to fund this interest and a means of keeping said interest from being a danger to ones self, that is the meaning of living.That's sad... I'd seen on TRU facebook some little girl wrote "I like twilight I think she's pretty with wings" and someone commented "Typical Stupid little girl"This is disgusting. How dare anyone be so rude to a KID! this is so offensive.
I agree with you guys so much ^^ and I definitely agree that MLP collectors have one of the nicest communities ever, so does metal which might be surprising enough, that's why I've stayed with both for so many years and I can guarantee you I will forever. Of course there are the few annoying people in every fandom, metal has those people too and here we have the "Bronies" xDD
I love that on this site I can talk freely about my herd to people and don't have to feel awkward or super judged for it. Ya' guys are awesome.
Edit: That reminds me, I should show you guys my room sometime, it's hilarious. My walls are wallpapered with posters, I have my guitars/CDs/records/metal magazines everywhere, skulls on everything, and in one corner of my room I have three shelves full of ponies xD REALLY throws people for a loop when they come over. Ah I'm rambling off topic now... >_>
I agree with you guys so much ^^ and I definitely agree that MLP collectors have one of the nicest communities ever, so does metal which might be surprising enough, that's why I've stayed with both for so many years and I can guarantee you I will forever. Of course there are the few annoying people in every fandom, metal has those people too and here we have the "Bronies" xDD
I love that on this site I can talk freely about my herd to people and don't have to feel awkward or super judged for it. Ya' guys are awesome.
Edit: That reminds me, I should show you guys my room sometime, it's hilarious. My walls are wallpapered with posters, I have my guitars/CDs/records/metal magazines everywhere, skulls on everything, and in one corner of my room I have three shelves full of ponies xD REALLY throws people for a loop when they come over. Ah I'm rambling off topic now... >_>
Oh, I REALLY wanna see your room now OvO
...pretty please?
...
...pretty please with sugar on top? *_*
I agree with you guys so much ^^ and I definitely agree that MLP collectors have one of the nicest communities ever, so does metal which might be surprising enough, that's why I've stayed with both for so many years and I can guarantee you I will forever. Of course there are the few annoying people in every fandom, metal has those people too and here we have the "Bronies" xDD
I love that on this site I can talk freely about my herd to people and don't have to feel awkward or super judged for it. Ya' guys are awesome.
Edit: That reminds me, I should show you guys my room sometime, it's hilarious. My walls are wallpapered with posters, I have my guitars/CDs/records/metal magazines everywhere, skulls on everything, and in one corner of my room I have three shelves full of ponies xD REALLY throws people for a loop when they come over. Ah I'm rambling off topic now... >_>
I agree with you guys so much ^^ and I definitely agree that MLP collectors have one of the nicest communities ever, so does metal which might be surprising enough, that's why I've stayed with both for so many years and I can guarantee you I will forever. Of course there are the few annoying people in every fandom, metal has those people too and here we have the "Bronies" xDD
I love that on this site I can talk freely about my herd to people and don't have to feel awkward or super judged for it. Ya' guys are awesome.
Edit: That reminds me, I should show you guys my room sometime, it's hilarious. My walls are wallpapered with posters, I have my guitars/CDs/records/metal magazines everywhere, skulls on everything, and in one corner of my room I have three shelves full of ponies xD REALLY throws people for a loop when they come over. Ah I'm rambling off topic now... >_>
I'll have to agree with you. I put in some serious years "in the scene" going around to see bands and clubs and stuff, and of the punk, goth, metal, and etc., I found the metal scene to be the least-pretentious, least-fashion oriented, and just about the music. True, there are always some jerks but I really liked the sense of community at a show or a party. Guess that's why that scene is still going strong while some of the others (including the aforementioned) seem to have burned out or become just another t-shirt wall at Hot Topic (worked there in college, too).
Being a former "goth girl," I think it's funny too. I have my black cat decor, my bookshelves full of Jhonen Vasquez and Neil Gaiman, etc., zombie and voodoo posters on the walls, but then in my office and my spare room it's all ponies and Uglydolls and Jem and plushies. I've decided that I don't really have to justify it. They are both parts of who I am and what I enjoy, and anyone who rejects getting to know me based on either one of them is someone who I don't need in my life anyway because they can't appreciate ALL parts of who I am :)
I agree with you guys so much ^^ and I definitely agree that MLP collectors have one of the nicest communities ever, so does metal which might be surprising enough, that's why I've stayed with both for so many years and I can guarantee you I will forever. Of course there are the few annoying people in every fandom, metal has those people too and here we have the "Bronies" xDD
I love that on this site I can talk freely about my herd to people and don't have to feel awkward or super judged for it. Ya' guys are awesome.
Edit: That reminds me, I should show you guys my room sometime, it's hilarious. My walls are wallpapered with posters, I have my guitars/CDs/records/metal magazines everywhere, skulls on everything, and in one corner of my room I have three shelves full of ponies xD REALLY throws people for a loop when they come over. Ah I'm rambling off topic now... >_>
I'll have to agree with you. I put in some serious years "in the scene" going around to see bands and clubs and stuff, and of the punk, goth, metal, and etc., I found the metal scene to be the least-pretentious, least-fashion oriented, and just about the music. True, there are always some jerks but I really liked the sense of community at a show or a party. Guess that's why that scene is still going strong while some of the others (including the aforementioned) seem to have burned out or become just another t-shirt wall at Hot Topic (worked there in college, too).
Being a former "goth girl," I think it's funny too. I have my black cat decor, my bookshelves full of Jhonen Vasquez and Neil Gaiman, etc., zombie and voodoo posters on the walls, but then in my office and my spare room it's all ponies and Uglydolls and Jem and plushies. I've decided that I don't really have to justify it. They are both parts of who I am and what I enjoy, and anyone who rejects getting to know me based on either one of them is someone who I don't need in my life anyway because they can't appreciate ALL parts of who I am :)
Yeah, I've also noticed that the metal community is really the one that is mostly there because it enjoys the music above everything else. And they are usually quite friendly and helpful, too !
I must admit, I don't know to what extent there are a lot of metalheads that love ponies as well, but... That is just plain awesome, isn't it? xD
Yeah, I've also noticed that the metal community is really the one that is mostly there because it enjoys the music above everything else. And they are usually quite friendly and helpful, too !
I must admit, I don't know to what extent there are a lot of metalheads that love ponies as well, but... That is just plain awesome, isn't it? xD
Lol, thank you!
Oh, since you wanted to see my room I took pictures for ya'. xD Is Photobucket linking allowed? Like to actually link to the page the pictures are on? There's nothing else on my PB.
Yeah, I've also noticed that the metal community is really the one that is mostly there because it enjoys the music above everything else. And they are usually quite friendly and helpful, too !
I must admit, I don't know to what extent there are a lot of metalheads that love ponies as well, but... That is just plain awesome, isn't it? xD
Lol, thank you!
Oh, since you wanted to see my room I took pictures for ya'. xD Is Photobucket linking allowed? Like to actually link to the page the pictures are on? There's nothing else on my PB.
I think it's alright, never saw anyone having trouble with it.
OH BOY AM I CURIOUS NOW LOL
Dude. You like Jhonen Vasquez??? I love you. O.O Especially cause I remember you mentioning you liked Clerks too! I've actually talked to Jhonen before, he's a super nice guy. Quirky, but nice and awesome. xD
Do you like Mindless Self Indulgence or the Left Rights at all? They're kind of punk-ish bands, Jhonen's directed a few music videos for them and he does art for them occasionally. The Left Rights and MSI are pretty much the same band except LynZ and Kitty are gone from The Left Rights.
I will admit, there was a briefbrief month or two where I found myself grouped in with the "goths" or "emos" for a while too, I found it way too depressing and boring and then a friend reintroduced me to rock and metal, it's where I've stayed ever since. I was a rocker before, strayed off and explored around a bit, and I'm back to it now and nothing's better. xD For me, at least.
There are quite a few metalheads in the pony community, that's for sure. (I'm another one). Ponies and metal make for a great combo :D I love seeing peoples reactions who see my collections for the first time. I have ponies piled around the same rooms that have my CD collections, signed Maiden guitar and other metal paraphernalia. Most seem befuddled by the contrast. "Wait.. you like metal, AND ponies?!" (and then their minds are blown when they see my Eddie pony) XD
But on topic it is very frustrating to see people make such hateful comments. Logically I know you shouldn't be hurt by them, 'haters gonna hate' and all that, but for some people its a lot harder to slough off negativity than it is for others. No one has the right to judge someone for a harmless hobby that makes them happy.
There are quite a few metalheads in the pony community, that's for sure. (I'm another one).Here's one more metalhead. :devious:
There are quite a few metalheads in the pony community, that's for sure. (I'm another one). Ponies and metal make for a great combo :D I love seeing peoples reactions who see my collections for the first time. I have ponies piled around the same rooms that have my CD collections, signed Maiden guitar and other metal paraphernalia. Most seem befuddled by the contrast. "Wait.. you like metal, AND ponies?!" (and then their minds are blown when they see my Eddie pony) XD
But on topic it is very frustrating to see people make such hateful comments. Logically I know you shouldn't be hurt by them, 'haters gonna hate' and all that, but for some people its a lot harder to slough off negativity than it is for others. No one has the right to judge someone for a harmless hobby that makes them happy.
You have an Eddie pony? Epic!! AND A SIGNED MAIDEN GUITAR OH MY GOD. 8O
I know there's a user on this site with a signed Alice Cooper custom.
There are quite a few metalheads in the pony community, that's for sure. (I'm another one). Ponies and metal make for a great combo :D I love seeing peoples reactions who see my collections for the first time. I have ponies piled around the same rooms that have my CD collections, signed Maiden guitar and other metal paraphernalia. Most seem befuddled by the contrast. "Wait.. you like metal, AND ponies?!" (and then their minds are blown when they see my Eddie pony) XD
But on topic it is very frustrating to see people make such hateful comments. Logically I know you shouldn't be hurt by them, 'haters gonna hate' and all that, but for some people its a lot harder to slough off negativity than it is for others. No one has the right to judge someone for a harmless hobby that makes them happy.
You have an Eddie pony? Epic!! AND A SIGNED MAIDEN GUITAR OH MY GOD. 8O
I know there's a user on this site with a signed Alice Cooper custom.
Yes, the guitar was gift from my Uncle who loves metal almost as much as I do. I was blown away when I opened it! I really need to get pics of it, with ponies of course ;)
I think it's awesome that Alice Cooper was willing to sign a pony! I think it was Sarah-Bee who owns it, but I can't remember (sorry!). Here is the Eddie pony I made, now I just need Maiden to sign that too!
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e348/Crowpriest/digitalpics107-2.jpg (http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e348/Crowpriest/digitalpics107-2.jpg)
I must admit, I don't know to what extent there are a lot of metalheads that love ponies as well, but... That is just plain awesome, isn't it? xD
That pony is EPIC! 8O I'd die to see your guitar sometime.
Also is your sig a Beatles reference?
Yep, that's my Alice Cooper custom :biggrin: I made the custom ages ago and then when I met him I took it for him to sign. He actually sung a couple lines from the MLP theme song (his daughter used to play with ponies in the 80s)!
Here's one more metalhead. :devious:
Count me in with the hate of 90% of people too. :P
I allways was bullied from girls because i liked Videogames since my childhood and nobody understood me and said that isn't normal for a girl, i waste my life etc. But this really makes me wonder sometimes why they do this? And why are we collectors so tollerant with other people?
I think it's because these people have nothing else to do with their lives. If you don't have a hobby, just go out, shop for clothes and watch TV - this is really borring in time! Maybe they try pulling other happier people down so that they feel better. Like your old lonely neighbour next door who allways knows the best gossip about anyone, even if it's not true - so he can give his borring live a thrill.
So these people really have nothing better to do than this.
QuoteThat pony is EPIC! 8O I'd die to see your guitar sometime.
Also is your sig a Beatles reference?
Yep, it is a Beatles reference, I'm a Beatles nut too. There's also quite a few of those on the Arena! The background art is from The Beatles Rockband game. I did manage to find a pic of the guitar, but it's not the greatest, it's from Christmas morning but here it is:
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e348/Crowpriest/029_zps797efabc.jpg (http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e348/Crowpriest/029_zps797efabc.jpg)QuoteYep, that's my Alice Cooper custom :biggrin: I made the custom ages ago and then when I met him I took it for him to sign. He actually sung a couple lines from the MLP theme song (his daughter used to play with ponies in the 80s)!
Alice Cooper singing My Little Pony? That's almost to awesome to picture. I thought the custom was yours, you definitely have an amazing pony collection!QuoteHere's one more metalhead. :devious:
There's so many of us it's a wonder the Arena doesn't have more mosh pits!