Are things seriously this horrible on Specktra?

[thelove4tequila]

OMG my very FIRST entry on mac_cosmetics on LJ I got some very bitchy, mean and rude comments!! MY FIRST ENTRY PEOPLE!!!! Ugh. So that totally turned me off from posting on that site. I usually look but rarely post cuz there are some nasty people over there.

I, like most of you girls, LOVE Specktra.

 

[couturesista]

I don't think the people on here are rude. This is the first forum that I joined and I love it, hell I'll probably lose my job because I'm always on Spektra while at work. Janice, heres a list of the things I love about Spektra,
1. Diversity, I feel like I learn something new about an unknown culture everyday.
2. Creativity, the people here inspire me to be creative with makeup, fashion and music.
3. Point of View, I love how we can discuss everything from makeup, politics, kids, relationships, racism, to religion without feeling offended and sometimes I come away with a new perspective on certain issues.
I know I sound very corny, but this is like therapy, shopping, friendships, laughter and everything in between. Although I don't know any of you guys personally when I read some of the issues that ur going through I feel bad, like u guys are my friends. This is a very welcoming community. Theres enough crappy stuff going on in the world, it feels good to be able to log on and forget ur troubles for one hr. or 10. Who wants to visit a site where people will be mean and rude to them? Just say HI HATER and keep it movin Janice!!!!!

 

[User93]

i agree with spectrettes giving a positive feedback about our specktra, and i dont wanna repeat already said wise words, just wanted to add my 2 cents and tell that i do care and appreciate a lot work of Janice and our awesome moderators.

Specktra is an awesome, warm, nice place. And what about that comment there about picking on words? Representing the international part of the community i can say that never i felt so welcome and so NOT worried about making mistakes in spelling. I think specktra already helped so many people, cheered up so many of us. Here people are able to speak up about problems, worries, and still feel they will be understood. I met absolutely gorgeous, interesting, beautiful minded people here. Specktra is a real authority in make-up and mac sourses.. So what that sorry people do is steal pics from here, steal previews of collections, steal ideas, and then deny being on specktra anyhow.

Behind every succesful person lies a pack of haters, thats the price you pay being the 1st and the best. Thanks for everything team Specktra.

 

[laguayaca]

straight up haters...I love love love this place!

 

[mochajavalatte]

I just sort of have to laugh at this, my mama always said when you hear something negative: CONSIDER THE SOURCE. I looked at some of the posts on that board and after like 2 or 3 it was clear: misery loves company. Some people just need SOMEthing to complain about and need someone to join in. I love Specktra, I will say I was slightly confused in the beginning about navigation but since I loved the concept so much I stuck it out and now I will probably get FIRED for all my internet usage at work: ON SPECKTRA ALL DAY lol. Everyone has been so kind, welcoming and encouraging and I attribute that to you, Janice and the very smart and talented people you have in place as mods. NON-CC is not welcome. Period. Point blank. That's a good feeling to know I can put my mug on display and people aren't going to blast me. LOL I'm a MAC artist and I'm even going to be insecure at times ya know? Don't let this get you down, don't trip. They're haters.

 

[MAC_Whore]

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Originally Posted by Shimmer ....And finally, there's a certain formula here that works. It's inarguable that it works because Janice, look how many times it's been cribbed and copied......

Yet even the copiers throw in a snide remark. Well, that's about the level of class I expected.

 

[Kalico]

I've lurked around Specktra for a few months... since around right before Fafi came out. I come here at least once a day but I don't get involved much (except giving MAC all my money).

I lurk on many other forums as well, and I have to say this is one of the friendliest forums I've been on. Either the people are fantastically nice or the mods are seriously on top of things. I think it's a bit of both. And there's a lot to be said for good mods and I think this forum reflects that.

It's a good size too, not too small but not too big (in terms of how many active users there are). It's not at all complicated to navigate. People will complain about anything.

I also wanted to add: About new people not feeling "welcome" and feeling ignored... It's pretty much the same on any forum. That I've visited, anyway. You have to build up a presence and have something to contribute before people begin to recognize you and respond to you.

Sorry if I've just repeated what everyone else has said.

 

[Willa]

The quotes you posted are something new to me
I never experienced anything like what they are saying...
To be true, I came on this site because I was tired of those girls on Live journals... THEY can be very rude sometimes

 

[VioletB]

Ok. I have to throw in my two cents. I apologize if this is repetitive of any previous posts.. alas, I think the majority of opinions has reached a standard consensus.

First of all, not once have I ever felt uncomfortable or awkward on this site because of any posts, good or bad. I feel extremely comfortable posting here, and I also feel like I can share an opinion, whether others agree or disagree. Maybe there's been times where others have strongly disagreed with statements I have made, but I do not take it personally, as I feel every human being has the right to think, feel, and believe however he / she pleases. I have nothing bad to say of other communities, as honestly, Specktra has been my number one "go to" site from the very beginning, and I haven't felt the need to join other communities to gain knowledge.

Second, I like the way Specktra is set up. As with any site, it just takes time and patience to learn and navigate. I also like to see how many times users have been thanked in posts. I feel like it gives credibility, which is nice to know there are reliable sources out there, (mainly for leaks as to upcoming launches, product swatches, etc.) It also proves how awesome Specktra really is that someone would care to have five hundred gajillion posts!! (wink wink nudge nudge.. Jamie) It's also nice to see who takes the site seriously and those who participate actively in discussions.

Third, why are we here? We all have a love for MAC, and makeup in general. I don't think anyone should feel uncomfortable posting an FOTD for fear of criticism or snide remarks. Makeup is about creativity and self expression. As long as you love the way you look, and have confidence when you walk out the door, that is all that matters. Who cares if it's not blended enough, the lips are too nude.. Whatever!! If we all looked like pretty paper dolls, how boring would it be?? I LOVE looking through FOTDS and seeing all the creativity expressed through makeup. And a big HELL YES for all those who post! Constructive criticism is only someone else's opinion, and if you don't like it, who cares? I also LOVE to see everyone grow in their talents. Makeup is truly a matter of trial, error, and experience!! I think it's awful to see other people bashing our awesome community, and girls will be mean until the day the world explodes. We just need to keep our heads high, letting snarky comments roll off our backs. Can I just say that I am so grateful for Janice, Jamie, Jen, and all others who help make Specktra what it is today: A fantastic community where we can share makeup tips, beautiful faces, frustrations, even snippits of our lives. And honestly I don't think I would be a MAC employee right now if it weren't for Specktra. I appreciate everything and everyone in our fabulous community.

Thanks for reading.

Kristen

 

[VioletB]

PS. For the record, Jamie has 12,153 posts!! (As of 8/21/08 at 5:01 pm MST!)

(*I personally think that is awesome.)

 

[Shimmer]

Holy shit dude. I talk a lot.

 

[MAC_Whore]

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Originally Posted by VioletB PS. For the record, Jamie has 12,153 posts!! (As of 8/21/08 at 5:01 pm MST!) (*I personally think that is awesome.)

We require her to post in her sleep. She isn't allowed to leave her computer desk, either. We keep her on a chain. She hasn't seen her kids or husband in years. We don't allow it, because we feel that would take away from her valuable posting time. The whole thing is rather cruel, actually.

Get to work, Jamie!

 

[Shimmer]

I love when you wield the whip. Especially when you wear your thighhighs.

 

[VioletB]

LOL I think the point has been proven with the previous two comments that Specktra is utterly AWESOME.

 

[lizardprincesa]

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Originally Posted by Briar I really love the Specktra site.

I love Specktra, too!

I hope to write more about *why* I love Specktra...Life has been crazier than usual.
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[QUOTE...I love the diversity here, and that's what keeps me coming back. I will say that I've been saddened to see people who've had a more "punky" look with facial piercings and whatnot disappear. They'll post FOTDs for a month or two and get little to no comments from others on their looks. I'm sure that's discouraging and it does appear as if people who prefer an alternative look aren't appreciated.[/quote]

Sorry that's happened to anyone.

Sweet of you to speak up for any people to whom this may have happened.


I woudn't class myself as "punky," (maybe sometimes ?) but I definitely don't think I'm....hmmm...Well, late's face it - I'm a weirdo. I don't have a label, altho several may fit.

I have posted several FOTD's (more EOTD's, as I have no time for foundation, etc.)...
I have received nothing but sweet, encouraging, and affirming responses from other posters. People have been absolutely wonderful to me when I've posted my photos & odd little stories. ( & thank you, angels.

)

Sadly, I don't get the time I would like on Specktra; perhaps I come across as selfish, as I don't thank many people on their FOTDs.

I would *so* love to be able to do so-but I don't see many of the FOTDs, an integral, inspiring, fascinating, informative area of Specktra.

I must choose how I spend my spare Moments, as I'm home with my child, who has special needs. I am also his preschool teacher right now (my hubby helps with all when he's home.) I must also make time for my writing, as well as for reading, etc. etc...When I post on Specktra, I'm either selfishly posting a strange eye creation, or participating in one (often heated) discussion or another (great catharthis)

I am going to try to make time to see and comment upon more FOTDs. People have been so wonderful to me! I am selfish...

I apologize to anyone who could have used more encouragement & who may have stopped posting photos, with the idea that people didn't appreciate their uniqueness. I believe uniqueness absolutely has a place here; people do not seem judgemental when commenting upon FOTDs...or I would not have posted a 2nd or 3rd EOTD...

MAC is about uniqueness is it not? Please come back & post, people who feel you look "alternative". I send you my appreciation just in case I miss you ( & I hope not to miss your post.)
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Janice...
While I'm here, I want to tell you what an amazing job you & your team are doing. Please don't let the nonsensical comments of these people hurt you. You need only see the sheer number of members here, to reaffirm
yourself about how much we love you. I do not know what I'd do without Specktra in my Life. I can make a brief stop on here throughout (most) Days, & learn a new technique for eyebrows, or find a poll which gives me a smile ("TNP" come to mind)

; I( have learned so much about makeup & makeup application here...

I spend more time on Specktra than I spend anywhere else on line, by far...I would probably do so, even if I had unlimited Net-surfing Time.

If I have ever (or ever do) hurt anyone's feelings in a post, please forgive me. I am a person behind this screen. You may not understand my reason for writing a strong opinion (i.e. in the Chat forums) but I never mean to offend anyone personally....

I have also become: more addicted to makeup than I already was,
aware of & somewhat addicted to MAC,
but most importantly, affirmed by lovely friends with whom I share about Life, Love & Makeup (and even more so in PMs).

Specktra chases away my frequent feelings of loneliness & isolation, as well as teaches me more & more about the Diversity which We Are,
Being Human Beings.

Specktra is one of the most amazing places I have ever experienced; people from so many diverse socio-ethnic backgrounds are United here...The world needs more places like Specktra, as well as more people who are as kind-Hearted as the people who visit here.

I have so much gratitude to you, Janice, and to all of you.

love & peace, xxxxxxxxxCherylFaithxxxxxxxxx
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[Shimmer]

Violet...I'm sorry, I don't have time to laugh. I'm busy upping my post count.

 

[MAC_Whore]

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Originally Posted by Shimmer Violet...I'm sorry, I don't have time to laugh. I'm busy upping my post count.

Keep typing, dammit!

 

[TISH1124]

I am fairly new to this site...But I have found everyone here to be very supportive. But as everyone else has stated...You can never please everyone it's just not humanly possible...There is always going to be a few that dislike or disagree but you have to concentrate on the other 98% that truly enjoy the site and I am one of those 98%...I look everyday and get great new makeup ideas...

My only complaint....As far as NAVIGATION is .... This site has really made me run up my American Express at MAC and the CCO and I just can't seem to get my car to navigate from going to the mall to buy more!!! Shame on SPEKTRA!!! for having good looking women (and men) with great makeup application skills!!!

 

[Patricia]

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Originally Posted by Willa To be true, I came on this site because I was tired of those girls on Live journals... THEY can be very rude sometimes

exactly the same here

i used to go to LJ everyday and sometimes i visited specktra but slowly i moved away from LJ and i eneded up here cos LJ got really bad, barely anyone posts good fotds there, it's just not good anymore and people there suck (most of them)

they love drama there seriously

while here everybody tries to help and even if people have different opinions no one uses insults or causes trouble, it's lovely

WE ROCK GIRLS

 

[VioletB]

Yes, we rock.

I'm trying to up my post count as well.