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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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How long have you been an active member of this forum?
Did it seem daunting to you at first, getting involved?.
How about you lurkers......
How about you all day Hi too.
Hello all, by the way, I'm Mick, the Male half of this relationship.
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I have been on and off fab for nearly 9 years but only noticed the forum about 3 years ago.
I can remember feeling daunted but the good morning thread run by PP made me feel welcomed and part of this community. Haven't looked back since.
Her x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hello..
I've been here for more years than I care to admit.
I post, reply and sometimes just lurk.
I've even met some lovely people along the way too.
Have fun x |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hello there 
I’ve been using the forum for two years and more actively over the last year. Before I’d pop in have a quick look, comment now and again. I’ve used it a lot more since!
I can’t say I found it all that daunting, I felt welcomed and made some lovely friends |
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By *ancer36Woman
over a year ago
Stirling |
I’ve been on and off fab for 3yrs, I only started using the forums on this profile
I wasn’t sure what to expect at first but have found them both welcoming and fun, I have connected with people i perhaps wouldn’t have otherwise and made some lovely friends
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I’ve been in them for about two years, including previous accounts.
For the most part I enjoy them, but they can be brutal at times, and if I’m feeling emotionally fragile then I can struggle.
I’ve made some fantastic and amazing friends though, so it was well worth it. |
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I've been here about a year now I think.
Joined the forum as soon as I could, so I could get to know people and build up confidence (well there also wasn't much else to do when joining during a pandemic).
Had lots of fun doing the forum photos challenges too.  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I have enjoyed the forums immensely since my time on Fab. Even when I was banned. It definitely gives me a lift and boosts my confidence when needed. Everyone is very welcoming and some threads are so funny.
If I can find any negatives about it, it would be some threads can become less than inclusive, there is a certain clique, just like in any social group setting I suppose. I just avoid these threads if that's the case.
But generally all in all a positive experience.  |
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By *eliWoman
over a year ago
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Hello Mick!
I can't remember when I first started using the forums (or I'm a bit too embarrassed to say!). It did seem a bit daunting at first, people know each other and make jokes with each other because they are comfortable.
There are some very inclusive light hearted threads that are run and are a nice way of dipping your toe in and becoming familiar/friendly with other posters - the nocturnal thread and the morning thread. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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When I first found the forums I don’t think people were ready for my maverick approach, sure I ruffled a few feathers along the way, sure some forumites thought my approach was unconventional, but I was naive, a troubadour, an auteur if you will, but I stand by my those early threads, I think they were definitely work in progress and very much the blueprint for all the Married, snog, avoid threads you see now. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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My first stint on the forums was back in 2013 being dyslexic and spelling being a little off it didn’t go over well so didn’t bother ventureing back in
When the first lockdown last year happened I considered quitting fab till everything was back to normal
But decided to give the forums a nother chance and so glad I did
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Too long to count. The forums go through so many cycles. For a while you get all the same topics posted again and again, with the same posters. It can be hard for new formites to feel included in these. I've found myself pulling more away from the Lounge and into other areas x |
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By *os19Man
over a year ago
Edmonton |
I have been on Fabs over 3 years on this profile. I don’t tend to start too many threads but I tend to get involved in other people’s threads.I was a bit apprehensive at first but I decided I just give my honest thoughts.If people agree great if they don’t fair enough.A few have given me a bit of stick on another thread and for the time been I am just following it.If and when the time feels right I may respond. |
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3 maybe 4 years now I think .
It honestly took me well over a year to feel like I belonged .
I persevered and now it's honestly changed my life .
Scary as hell at first when you are new but I encourage any new folk to be patient and persevere, I could change your life  |
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"3 maybe 4 years now I think .
It honestly took me well over a year to feel like I belonged .
I persevered and now it's honestly changed my life .
Scary as hell at first when you are new but I encourage any new folk to be patient and persevere, I could change your life "
* It not I ffs  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Not been on that long. I lurked for a while, but during lockdown I really enjoyed reading the threads and decided to add my two pence worth every now and again. Everyone has been very friendly, and it’s been a sort of social life over the past year. I’m a very sociable person, and I have missed those everyday chats with family and friends I took for granted. It’s great to chat to both men and women who share similar interests to me, and find out who is on the same wave length. |
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"3 maybe 4 years now I think .
It honestly took me well over a year to feel like I belonged .
I persevered and now it's honestly changed my life .
Scary as hell at first when you are new but I encourage any new folk to be patient and persevere, I could change your life
* It not I ffs "
I got all excited for a minute but just about to PM you |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I’m new... Been on Fab a few months. love reading what’s going on...Quite nervous.. so not joined in before.  "
Croeso, welcome to our wonderful little splendid world |
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"Been here for about 3 1/2 yrs. It's been a crazy ride!
I tend to be about less frequently now but still enjoy the forum now and then.
If you think this is a crazy ride you should try me. "
Would it be like all the fun of the fair  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I've been on fab for about 18 months now, probably didn't really get involved too much until lockdown struck and I found myself with free time... Then I discovered the forums. Very happy I did, I've gotten to know some really lovely people. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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About 18 months or so I guess.
I lurked for a few months first. I have found support, friendliness and acceptance beyond anything I have ever experienced before.
I spent years convinced I was just 'wrong' and was full of self loathing and shame. The confidence the forum has given me through the (mostly) inclusive attitudes I have encountered has been such a breath of fresh air.
Thank you all x |
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I've been on Fab for about 14 months, I found the forums soon after I joined.
It took ages for me to post the first time and I still get a bit self conscious if I come back after a bit of a break. Things move so quickly, it's hard enough to keep up when I'm using them daily |
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By *hunky GentMan
over a year ago
Maldon and Peterborough |
"Been here for about 3 1/2 yrs. It's been a crazy ride!
I tend to be about less frequently now but still enjoy the forum now and then.
If you think this is a crazy ride you should try me.
Would it be like all the fun of the fair "
Including hotdogs and the waltzers. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I've been involved in the forums for a few years on and off x i have met a lot of friends in the forums x i know that sometimes it can be a bit daunting to some people x especially if they have never posted before x |
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"Been here for about 3 1/2 yrs. It's been a crazy ride!
I tend to be about less frequently now but still enjoy the forum now and then.
If you think this is a crazy ride you should try me.
Would it be like all the fun of the fair
Including hotdogs and the waltzers. "
Sweet |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Been here for about 3 1/2 yrs. It's been a crazy ride!
I tend to be about less frequently now but still enjoy the forum now and then.
If you think this is a crazy ride you should try me.
Would it be like all the fun of the fair
Including hotdogs and the waltzers.
Sweet "
Scream if you wanna go faster |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"About 18 months or so I guess.
I lurked for a few months first. I have found support, friendliness and acceptance beyond anything I have ever experienced before.
I spent years convinced I was just 'wrong' and was full of self loathing and shame. The confidence the forum has given me through the (mostly) inclusive attitudes I have encountered has been such a breath of fresh air.
Thank you all x"
Jenni you should never feel like that you beautiful |
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By *asmeenTV/TS
over a year ago
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"About 18 months or so I guess.
I lurked for a few months first. I have found support, friendliness and acceptance beyond anything I have ever experienced before.
I spent years convinced I was just 'wrong' and was full of self loathing and shame. The confidence the forum has given me through the (mostly) inclusive attitudes I have encountered has been such a breath of fresh air.
Thank you all x
Jenni you should never feel like that you beautiful "
Jenny from the cock
Is amazing xxx talented real beautiful and a good egg x |
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By *hunky GentMan
over a year ago
Maldon and Peterborough |
"Been here for about 3 1/2 yrs. It's been a crazy ride!
I tend to be about less frequently now but still enjoy the forum now and then.
If you think this is a crazy ride you should try me.
Would it be like all the fun of the fair
Including hotdogs and the waltzers.
Sweet "
OK, OK. You can have Sweets as well. |
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By *hunky GentMan
over a year ago
Maldon and Peterborough |
"Been here for about 3 1/2 yrs. It's been a crazy ride!
I tend to be about less frequently now but still enjoy the forum now and then.
If you think this is a crazy ride you should try me.
Would it be like all the fun of the fair
Including hotdogs and the waltzers.
Sweet
Scream if you wanna go faster"
You heard about my tongue haven't you?  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Around four years. It’s only me (V) who posts. Abby would have got us permanently banned if she took part.
I don’t post to seek approval or keep in with any particular group. I’m in the background, contributing to threads that interest me.
I’ve seen many profiles come and go. I’m happy to see some familiar names, others I avoid and some I add to our hotlist.
Every once in a while I get fed up and take a break, other times I binge, all depending on how busy ‘real’ life is.
V
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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(Above sounds familiar , my wife lurks too. )
The forums are daunting when trying to find your own crowd feels impossible, but given time you can end up talking to some you might get along with.
Time is impossible to gauge on fab, I feel I’ve been here forever. |
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By *inkySeeKinkyDoWoman
over a year ago
'tween PontyCarlo & CasVegas in West Yorks |
Been on fab and using the forums for around 8 years under various guises. Still awaiting my Platinum Membership to be approved so i can join the clique
Met some wonderful people through it and blocked some absolute arseholes.
Had lots of laughs, but cried at times.
Been supported through most crisis' but been badly let down through one of the very worst.
If fab didnt have the forum then probably wouldn't stay...all hail the forums! |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"At first I was afraid - I was petrified. "
At first I was afraid - I was petrified.
Kept thinking I could never post because you all were snide.
But then I spent so many nights reading how you all were wrong.
And I grew strong - 'cos I just knew we'd get along. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"At first I was afraid - I was petrified.
At first I was afraid - I was petrified.
Kept thinking I could never post because you all were snide.
But then I spent so many nights reading how you all were wrong.
And I grew strong - 'cos I just knew we'd get along."
And so I’m back, without haste
I joined in to say - how big it was, and sent a photo of my face...
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I've been on the forums just over a year or so, and on the whole, have found most to be very friendly and welcoming. Has been a great way to get to know people and make some new acquaintances |
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I think it's been about 2.5 years. Yes it was daunting at first and you can sometimes feel like an outsider whe5so many know each other. To be honest that feeling can keep resurfacing even when you've been here years as the social circles are ever shifting. Mostly though it's good fun here and there's some amazing people. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hello Mick!!
I’ve been on the forums for about a year and a half I guess and only I use them as I have the time and enjoy the entertainment offered up freely.
Best of luck.
T |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hey, I've been on fab for years but in the forums 2.5 years ish. Join in on and off, mainly ignored but that's ok. Find they can be contradictory and a little negative but generally ok! |
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By *ea monkeyMan
over a year ago
Manchester (he/him) |
I’ve been on fab for about 7 ish years, on the forums for as long as I could be and posted as soon as I got verified!
It’s changed a hell of a lot in that time, back then it was a balanced mix of couples and singles, lots of different perspectives and opinions and it could be massively informative, as well as a nasty place too!
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Hey everyone.
It’s mainly me, Just, in the forums but Becky comes in occasionally too.
Been on fab since 2014 as a single and always used the forums.
Sometimes there’s little we want to join in with but most days we’ll find something to amuse us.
The form can be divisive though, especially for newbies. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Thank you for the welcomes.
I'm not new here, I've been in and out under various guises, going back a good while.
So, to many of you, I'm the new guy, to me, many of you are new here
I'm not recognising many though, could be a change of profile name in some cases.
I'll likely pop in and out, when I've the time.
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Started using them probably around the first lockdown. Clubs were shut, so this was a good way to make connections.
For the most part it's worked, but posting less and less these days.
Only so many "this or that" threads one can handle... |
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By *an.thisMan
over a year ago
Torbay & Bournemouth |
The strange thing is I think it’s more daunting for the guys especially the cocky one who think they are gods gift to women, that when they first join Fab they treat it like a dating site & they only have to send out a few messages to get laid when ever they feel like it ! Then they hit the harsh reality & realise very quickly when their ego is bruised that they are the majority on here and the women are the minority! That they have to make an effort & treat them with respect and it’s the ladies and the. couples that call the shots ! Which I think is a good thing ! ImI met my best friend on here and together we had an amazing time ! we met some great friends along the way and had some amazing experiences! Just treat people with respect be honest reliable and they will do the same. I agree the forums are a great way to meet people i myself left all the chit chat to Trisha to my friend she never had a problem meeting new people which is easer being female and a she was a gorgeous ladie that helped but she had to sadly go back to the states ! I find the cam chat to fast I carnt keep up with it as I’m slow at typing !but try it all and enjoy ! |
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By *EAT..85Woman
over a year ago
Nottingham |
I've been on Fab for nearly 2 years. I went straight into the forums having used different hobbyist forums before.
I think it can either welcome you straight in or spit you straight out depending on a person's resilience and approach. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I've been on Fab for nearly 2 years. I went straight into the forums having used different hobbyist forums before.
I think it can either welcome you straight in or spit you straight out depending on a person's resilience and approach. "
There’s a thread about welcoming you in, or spitting you out... |
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By *EAT..85Woman
over a year ago
Nottingham |
"I've been on Fab for nearly 2 years. I went straight into the forums having used different hobbyist forums before.
I think it can either welcome you straight in or spit you straight out depending on a person's resilience and approach.
There’s a thread about welcoming you in, or spitting you out... "
Yeaaah. I probably havnt noticed that one for a reason  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Hi Mick.
I first posted to the forums 5 years ago. I took a few long breaks because I wasn't equipped to deal with it. I took it all to heart and actually tried to make a difference.
I'm back posting maybe 2 weeks. I got bored in real life and figured I would fuck around in here but I got hooked again |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Joined around about a year ago, took part in the forums a few months later as a way of interacting with other people in the site. Only took part in the light hearted threads to start with and dip my toe in but now you guys can't get rid of me |
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I can't really remember...I think it was about 2.5-3 years ago that I started venturing into the forums. I'm definitely not as active as I once was. I'm glad I started using them though, I've met some fantastic people through them |
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"About 18 months or so I guess.
I lurked for a few months first. I have found support, friendliness and acceptance beyond anything I have ever experienced before.
I spent years convinced I was just 'wrong' and was full of self loathing and shame. The confidence the forum has given me through the (mostly) inclusive attitudes I have encountered has been such a breath of fresh air.
Thank you all x"
That's coz you're spesh innit  |
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