Gayborhoods?

[TripletDaddy]

Originally Posted by MikeWaters

I learned from TripletDaddy that I can't argue against experience.

I guess K-dog wins then, because he has the most experience.

Admittedly, my position is pretty extreme. Those avec may know more than those sans. Where did I get that crazy idea?

[Archaea]

Originally Posted by MikeWaters

Gays will typically move into marginal neighborhoods, that educated well-off non-gay folks would not move to. They start rehabilitating the neighborhoods and then suddenly the straight people start moving in as well.

Gay neighbors is about as good as you can do in terms of neighbors.

If you really hate what has happened then don't be a hypocrite. Donate the increased value of your home when you sell to an anti-gay group.

To my knowledge, Vegas doesn't have gayborhoods, though I understand they exist in other areas. Now somebody may point out where they exist, but I haven't really focused upon that concept.

[MikeWaters]

Originally Posted by Archaea

To my knowledge, Vegas doesn't have gayborhoods, though I understand they exist in other areas. Now somebody may point out where they exist, but I haven't really focused upon that concept.

http://gayghettos.com/regional-lists.htm

Oak Cliff in Dallas, noted for its production of div 1A football talent, is one of these neighborhoods.

[myboynoah]

Originally Posted by MikeWaters

Gays will typically move into marginal neighborhoods, that educated well-off non-gay folks would not move to. They start rehabilitating the neighborhoods and then suddenly the straight people start moving in as well.

Gay neighbors is about as good as you can do in terms of neighbors.

If you really hate what has happened then don't be a hypocrite. Donate the increased value of your home when you sell to an anti-gay group.

I come way late to this, but Mike is correct. My BiL and SiL bought in a marginal neighborhood with hopes that things would turn around and they would reap the benefits. It was great going to visit them in "the hood." The neighbor lady made and sold some great fish sandwiches. The guys at the boarding house down the street always waved as we passed.

Things didn't improve as quickly as they would have liked. My SiL was always concerned about safety so the situation started to wear on them and they began to think about moving. Sadly, the final straw was when lesbians moved in across the street. I kept telling my wife to tell them that lesbians moving in was a good sign, not a bad one. But to avail, they moved out soon after.

I'm going to go check out the neighborhood when we visit for T-Giving.

[MikeWaters]

Originally Posted by myboynoah

Sadly, the final straw was when lesbians moved in across the street.

The must have gotten the unfortunate chain email "when Lesbian neighbors attack".

[myboynoah]

Originally Posted by MikeWaters

The must have gotten the unfortunate chain email "when Lesbian neighbors attack".

I have personal firsthand knowledge that it was forwarded to them. As to whether or not they opened it, I cannot say. The DVD version was also mailed to them

[K-dog]

Originally Posted by K-dog

I just read another article on the Marmalade district of SLC and their effort to define themselves as a "gayborhood." I'm intrigued by the effort to label and carve out districts that are predominantly homosexual. The 'Mos seem to be trying to create their own area in each city where others views aren't tolerated. As someone living in one of the areas they are trying to control, I get really sick of their constant efforts to silence the opinions of others and impose on others lives.

DDD and Mike, make sure you keep on topic and realize who brings up what in the posts. I'm talking about the homosexuals creating "their own area in each city where others views aren't tolerated." Mike thinks homosexuals increase property values. I haven't seen that but I'm certain it isn't the case in my neighborhood...at least since I've been there. If you want to argue with me or make comments about my life or my car (DDD) at least read a little so I can understand your point without putting myself in the stupidest mindframe possible so I can use my empathic powers on your posts.

[TripletDaddy]

Originally Posted by K-dog

DDD and Mike, make sure you keep on topic and realize who brings up what in the posts. I'm talking about the homosexuals creating "their own area in each city where others views aren't tolerated." Mike thinks homosexuals increase property values. I haven't seen that but I'm certain it isn't the case in my neighborhood...at least since I've been there. If you want to argue with me or make comments about my life or my car (DDD) at least read a little so I can understand your point without putting myself in the stupidest mindframe possible so I can use my empathic powers on your posts.

To K-Dog, Mike, and K-Dog's de-badged car:

I apologize to all 3 of you. My comments were rash and not on topic.

After re-reading the thread, I realize that what I meant to say is: one of you is a homophobe, one of you is a neophyte, and one of you sells for under $45K!

Your friend,

DDD

[K-dog]

Originally Posted by TripletDaddy

What about a brick through your window that says "Burn in Hell."

Listen, K Dog, if you insisit on organizing this dance, you are going to have to expect this kind of stuff.

Is your implication that because worse things happened to someone it negates the fact that they are acting inappropriately in creating a political environment that stifles free speech? If you're not, I don't know what you're trying to say with the dancing and brick stuff.

[TripletDaddy]

Originally Posted by K-dog

Is your implication that because worse things happened to someone it negates the fact that they are acting inappropriately in creating a political environment that stifles free speech? If you're not, I don't know what you're trying to say with the dancing and brick stuff.

My implication is this: Dont complain about being persecuted while living in a neighborhood called "Marmalade" UNLESS you have walked a mile in Kevin Bacon's shoes. If you think it is tough in SLC, try living down by the Lehi Rollermills.