Internet, attention, illusions, hope and disappointment.

Well my fb isn't named Ugly =P
It's people I actually know and family.
In CC I'm less likely to be ignored, but it still happens. Often because people don't like what I say. It is what it is.
Though that avatar does pull in the ladies.

The interweb sucks.

Be real if you even in internet zone but its not suggested to find love on the chatting sites no matter what. Dont play with heart then you wont get trouble in the future.
In short dont get involve with any romance bussiness coz specially cc is not a dating site

Most people online are as phony as 3 dollar bills. Be careful, SKYPE- face AND voice. Don’t be catfished. There are tons of stories of people pretending to be the opposite sex and getting a person to fall in love with them, only to find out the person was not who they portrayed themselves to be at all. Be careful.

And here you are, on social media, posting. But let me guess, you're the exception to the rule, right?
I called this theory of yours crap once before, and it still is.
For some this may be true, but as is always the case you can't blanket label all people's motives and think you even have a chance of being right. To presume to know the heart, motives and intentions of millions is pure arrogance on your part, not to mention straight up judgment.
And to come on a platform and point fingers at others for their motives, and act as if you're somehow special sounds narcissistic to me.

As I stated before, I anticipate much of what I write on social media not to be popular or liked. It's certainly the case here and hardly anyone pays attention to my fb posts. Certainly no self love being fed from that.

I guess it could be worse. razor could be one of those people who takes a dump on other people's posts, even if they are from more than a month ago, just because he is feeling bad.

some people just look for a reason to be nasty on an internet forum.

Lol such angry people here..........

My theory holds true, and I am not narcissitic....I have no photos or inane posts on my social media accounts....so proverbially put that in your pipe and smoke it.....muahahaha

to be dismissed casually by ugly does not make me shed a tear....I will state my opinion whether people agree with it or not....those who can't handle an opposing viewpoint without getting emotional....I suggest you reach for your kleenex tissue to wipe your tears of anger/rage/sadness at seeing my posts....hahahahaha

Can I use a handkerchief?

Just don't get snot on it... lol

lol you guys are hilarious

Razor!!!!! Long time no seen. You caught my attention atleast.

I do believe there is alot of fake, phony, and scams out there on the social media. My FB account for sure. Many fake phony account requests. Mostly so called widowed soldiers.
And yes, we can be anyone we desire on here. Most FB accounts that I know are friends and family. Or meeting new folks in interesting groups. I can't really be anyone but me in there. They all know me. I wouldn't honestly know how to be anything but myself. I am who I am, I don't know how to be anyone else. I don't know how to flirt. I can tease, poke fun, horse around and good off. But I don't do the sexy flirt stuff. Don't know how and don't want to know till I am with my future husband. ( then I can be like the Garth Brooks song " somewhere other than the night) creative.

I also wonder if this ( social media) may help shy or introvert people open up and explore themselves more. Practice with strangers what they find hard to do in real life. Is it therapeutic for them? Is it who they want to be but can't in real life settings? Will it help them grow and become more confident in themselves and actually become that person in real life? Who knows.

Are there those out there that are down right jack asses and prey on peoples compassion? Yes there is. We have all met some from time to time. It is and can be an unsafe place (social media) look at all the people, teens mainly, committing suicide because of cyber bullies and stocking. It gets out of control and out of hand.

I also believe all this social media has hindered old fashion communication skills. Kids breaking up via text or messenger. It seems you can say what you want without the consequences. (looking into someone's eyes and seeing the pain you just caused) in alot of ways it has lost empathy and compassion, dealing with the consequences of your words. Lack of responsibility. The list can go on.

So there is good an bad in social media. I get to meet new friends around the world and country I might never meet other wise. (Though honestly all my dearest friends I have met face to face. So old fashioned human contacted for me is a must). As far as deep relationship goes. One should never truly let there wall 100% down on social media. In other words be wise. Stay safe. Enjoy new friendships.

I forgot to add, when I went through my separation and divorce. My FB account was a blessing. I did not live close to any family and my neighbor and friend moved to another state. I did not put drama on my FB and very few knew what I was going through. All I had to post was an unspoken prayer. And they were all there giving me encouragement and prayer. The few that did know would post something uplifting on my page. So yes, social media can be uplifting like in here sometimes. I did find when I was in the mountains and limited service. After a couple of days or so. I missed my friends. It is sad, few including myself sometimes have time to call anymore. And with so many moving off, most of our families are scattered across the country, if not the world. Social media seems to keep us connected. For me and my friends and family anyway. But man do I miss the old ways. Going over to a friend or neighbors house. Family gathering for Sunday supper. Almost all family lived within and hour or two drive if not in the same town. Wow, things sure have changed!!!!!

Posting a pic for ME is neither vanr or narcististic..i think it brings a bit f reality to an unrealistic cyber world of falseties..i also..especially as a newbie am better at recognising faces than names.. A face with a smile is friendly and more approachable than some ither "options" ive seen on cc pics that dont pertain to that persons identity in any way contribution to thier "false persona" talked about by the OP. I actually have ALWAYS hated pics of me..so again..my opinion..

Not sure honey bun (smackin my gum) lol

Flirting usually DOES have sexual undertones or trying to "sweet talk" or manipulate the converdation in some respect..im very leary bout men who are too good at the art of flirting..id rather them say whats on thier mind..good or bad..just me..

VERY SEXUAL..to his fiance..lol definately not to a casual aquaintence or even a date! Lol

AMEN..and very insightful for your age..this 51 yr old appreciates and agrees with your insight!