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Originally Posted by mercianna
How long and at how much of a emotional and financial expense to me is this going to be allowed to continue? I am constantly under fire from the same people over and over on this board. I do NOT misrepresent myself in any way. The pictures I put up in Dallas Provider Ads most recently were in no way, shape or form edited. I am scared to adjust even the slightest thing on my pictures for fear of attack. How is this fair? Other girls can edit their pictures...why can't I?
When I was in chat earlier tonight I was attacked and dogpiled so bad I was left sobbing and shaking.
It has been stated by Soulmanike that I am legit and real and it is obvious that this is a deliberate attempt to discredit me and ruin my business. That Dallas seems to have a free rein and that it wouldn't be allowed if was down south. He stated that was his opinion. He posted that in Dallas Coed.
Since then the attacks have continued. Specifically from Ze and more recently Boltfan. I have feelings and I care deeply about my reputation. Enough damage has been done already...there are hobbyists who will never see me because of it. Fake reviews on me have been allowed to stay up. I have had proof that a review was a fake the only one I asked be took down and it was removed and then put back up. No one asked to see the proof that I had it was not real. All that did was draw more attention to it. There are 2 other reviews besides that one that are huge fakes but they are old and at the time I did not know I could contest a review.
This is how I make a living. I am honest and enjoy what I do. I have never tried to scam anyone or rip them off. My pictures are true depictions of my actual appearance. I have a lot of bills and responsibilities. I fear that with the latest wave of fresh attacking I could possibly go under. By that I mean literally not able to keep a roof over my head. It's wrong and it's unfair and I am begging for something to be done about it. If not I will be forced to guest my account and I really don't want to do that. I have made many dear friends here and I enjoy many things about ECCIE other than the attacks.
Literally, I physically and mentally can't stand to go through this anymore. It's more than I can take. I don't know specifically what can be done...but isn't there something, Please???
Sincerely,
Mercianna Mondragon
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I'm sorry you feel emotional about your treatment here. It think that is the first issue. You are taking your business personally. You take every comment you don't agree with as a personal attack. You bring your personal life, problems, legal issues, and financial issues here. This really isn't the place for that. This isn't a place for personal lives.
You, and ONLY you are responsible for your financial success here. You have a history of less-than-stellar reviews, accusations of misrepresentation, and a general history of over-reaction and drama. And your continued "defense" causes more issues than the issues themselves.
To the issue of your pictures: Anyone who is at all familiar with photography or digital manipulation of photographs can see the touch-ups and corrections you've made to your photos. You are correct:this is not uncommon. The question isn't "why can't you?" but rather "how much is too much?" You are in a public marketplace, and your product is being judged. It's not personal against you. It's business, and each will make up their own minds as to your level of fidelity. People have pointed out factual information, as well as a few snide remarks, but in general, you insist that everyone agree with you about your pictures, and that frankly, will NEVER happen.
This community has a very low tolerance for misleading information. The whole purpose of the board is "information exchange." It's about being able to sort the many scammers on both sides of the hobby from the legitimate providers and clients.
You have attempted to show your genuine nature. You have posted pictures in defense, thrown moderator names, and made quite a fuss over the issue. At some point, you have to let the chips fall. People will and have formed their opinions. You cannot please everyone.
As for chat: if there was an issue, you should report it via a screen shot, and/or refer to the date and time the indecent happened so we can look at the chat logs.
From reviewing your posts, no one has "attacked" you. Just because you don't agree with an opinion, or don't like someone's presentation of facts, or if you get emotional about a response from someone on the internet, doesn't mean members here are violating the rules, or even coming after you personally.
So no, it is not "obvious" that there is some attempt to "ruin your business."
This is a community, with a variety of opinions. If someone wants to participate in the community, they need to decide if it's right for them. Not everyone will get along. Not everyone will find this the right fit for them.
I am sorry you haven't been able to find a place here. I am sorry that the path you've lead has caused you so many issues. We want our members to enjoy their time here, and find a value in ECCIE.
(Apologies to monkmonk for screwing up his odds)
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Tired of being attacked
