Please People.. post a photo

MISTTIMG

At first it didn't bother me that some folks choose not to post a photo of themselves, but now that I am mingling with so many of you it's starting to bother me, You know when you think of something somebody said you want to have an image of that person in your head, for example; I was thinking of a post today and I thought; Man that piece of toast was right! or Wow that salad sure knew what he was talking about! or Yeah, that dog must be new.. come on.. if you can stand looking at me.. I can stand looking at you.. : )

thecrimsonking1319

Ha, ha so true. But maybe they just don't have any pics or haven't had a chance to post any yet. Mine was blank for a while. I try to give people benefit of the doubt. This is a website dedicated to losing weight/healthy living so no one should feel ashamed of how they look!

nehtaeh

Its also the internet and a lot of people try to keep their identity hidden more, and there's nothing wrong with that.

I do identify pics with people to an extent, but I know I have to have a name - even if its just a screenname - with that pic cause the pics change. That really throws you off...

bjberry

I like smiling faces, too. Or parents holding each other. Or parents holding babies--or one "child" and their grandchild.
Have fun mingling with all the health-conscious folks here. :drinker: (drink lots of water!)

bonnienm

My reason is pretty much the internet one. Don't know who is looking and don't want some to see:) Thought about a before/after picture but haven't for the same reason.

Robyn120

I agree that I do like to put a face to a comment or reply!!lol

schwarzaj

hahahah, very interesting take on the issue

MISTTIMG

Its also the internet and a lot of people try to keep their identity hidden more, and there's nothing wrong with that.

I do identify pics with people to an extent, but I know I have to have a name - even if its just a screenname - with that pic cause the pics change. That really throws you off...

Yeah, I see your point.. Wouldn't want to be confused with the Top Ten..lol

elmct57

or you could work for the dear govt who screens sites for employee activity & remarks...and no, not using a work computer. they do troll and you are advised when you are going thru your acceptance processing. sorry folks.

Chrissun

Hi!
I just wanted to respond so you can see my cute self...no, I don't usually refer to myself as that.:happy:
I love looking a peoples pics too but understand not everyone's comfortable with that, or maybe they don't have a teenager in the house (like I do) to help them figure out how.

Maybe everyone's goal could be to post a pic by the time they are halfway to their goal.

Have a great night!

MISTTIMG

or you could work for the dear govt who screens sites for employee activity & remarks...and no, not using a work computer. they do troll and you are advised when you are going thru your acceptance processing. sorry folks.

So you're saying some folks who hide their image might be guilty of some punishable crime?

Christine1110

I really don't care what pic people have. I know when some people gain....they don't like having their pic taken.
If people need support to lose weight ....pic or not I'm here to support them : ) I love the support I get on this site.
We talk to people on the phone...without knowing what they look like : )

jamielee37

Chrissun: Your baby's face is priceless! I love the absolute joy they are showing!!

elmct57

or you could work for the dear govt who screens sites for employee activity & remarks...and no, not using a work computer. they do troll and you are advised when you are going thru your acceptance processing. sorry folks.

So you're saying some folks who hide their image might be guilty of some punishable crime?

ok, you're new here obviously. it is a wonderful, free site with valuable resources and you waste a post because your prurient curiosity compels you to see everyone on the site? seriously, i value my friends for their posts, their ups and downs, victories, setbacks. in other words, real life. if some people want avatars, it's fine. if someone is glowing with victory and does before and after pics, i celebrate with them in their hard earned success. however, if you bother to check out the site, you may notice everyone is different here and people express themselves and their opinions differently. you have expressed your opinion. i disagree with it but you have a right to your post. you do NOT have a right to insinuate about posters as you have already done a couple times in this thread. perhaps you felt it was a witty rejoinder. perhaps you consider that everyone's circumstances are different and try to respect that whether you agree or not.

Chrissun

Chrissun: Your baby's face is priceless! I love the absolute joy they are showing!!

Thanks~ When I'm with him it doesn't matter what I look like, you can't help but look at him. He's the secret to a good pic. One of my goals is to post a pic of just myself. I know I tend to hide behind my kids...that's not fair for them.

Impressive brothers...You should be proud!

binary_jester

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Are you kidding?

binary_jester

Nope. just switched it.

vbhoj74

I've never posted photos to websites out of concern for security and online privacy.

Still, all the comments here made me feel I should post one, since this is a very nice community and it will help strengthen the same.

MISTTIMG

I've never posted photos to websites out of concern for security and online privacy.

Still, all the comments here made me feel I should post one, since this is a very nice community and it will help strengthen the same.

You have a beautiful family! Yes this is a very nice community and I wish you the Best on your weight loss journey. : )

LuckyLeprechaun

no thanks. you do your thing...I'll do mine. I have made a bunch of friends just because they see my adorable dog and like the picture.

So....maybe you wanna back off a little, being new and all?

MISTTIMG

no thanks. you do your thing...I'll do mine. I have made a bunch of friends just because they see my adorable dog and like the picture.

So....maybe you wanna back off a little, being new and all?

Oh I'm not new sweetie, and I will agree; you do your thing and I'll do mine.

catcrazy

I don't post my pics to websites, especially when they have no privacy setting. My FB is set to friends only and some of my albums are select family and friends only. once I know my friends on here a little better I will post a pic for a brief "heres me, put a face to all the words" but then I will remove it, I have nothing to hide but I don't want to be found by people from my past who are there for good reason. Not being found by old class/work mates is better than telling them "we didn't keep in touch for a good reason so sod off"

JenniferH81

Why is this such a touchy subject? I don't quite understand the harsh replies she's getting.

TwiFan5

I was never going to post any photo's of myself but then I changed my mind but I can understand why people don't want to post photo's.

MISTTIMG

Why is this such a touchy subject? I don't quite understand the harsh replies she's getting.

I was wondering the same thing! I feel like Casper.. trying to be friendly & scaring everyone away by saying...Boo! I've worked in customer service for 20 years and I can take anything they throw at me and sleep like a baby, So it's okay. I think I will post an open letter and say.. excusssssse me, I just wanted to see who I talk to, but if it upsets you that much forrrrrrrrrr getttttttt itttttt. lol

alantin

Lol
Not having faces for avatars doesn't bother me. Actually I think it might be just dull!
An avatar is supposed to be something fun and personal to represent you but not necessarily a face. At least for me.. Kinda like your user name. Not many people use their own names on this site either.

Lillyofthevally

I think it would be nice to see your buddies too, I am going to put my picture in as soon as my hair grows out a little more. Thanks for the post!

RoadDog

Some people are uncomfortable with posting their pic.

heathersmilez

ok, you're new here obviously. it is a wonderful, free site with valuable resources and you waste a post because your prurient curiosity compels you to see everyone on the site? seriously, i value my friends for their posts, their ups and downs, victories, setbacks. in other words, real life. if some people want avatars, it's fine. if someone is glowing with victory and does before and after pics, i celebrate with them in their hard earned success. however, if you bother to check out the site, you may notice everyone is different here and people express themselves and their opinions differently. you have expressed your opinion. i disagree with it but you have a right to your post. you do NOT have a right to insinuate about posters as you have already done a couple times in this thread. perhaps you felt it was a witty rejoinder. perhaps you consider that everyone's circumstances are different and try to respect that whether you agree or not.

Oooo cranky!! HA HA!! This makes me laugh. I am pro-photo and do not add friends on MFP that have no photo. If you are too ashamed to show who you are then where is my motivation to befriend you? Relationships are supposed to open and honest right? That being said I haven’t used the “friend” functionality on here for quite a few months, the news feed was getting annoying just repeating when everyone worked out, when they finished their day and repeat. It was pretty boring and at the end of the day we are all here for ourselves so I don’t see the need to see that someone else burned 300 calories, good for you but you don’t need my applause. If the community helps you, great!

catcrazy

ok, you're new here obviously. it is a wonderful, free site with valuable resources and you waste a post because your prurient curiosity compels you to see everyone on the site? seriously, i value my friends for their posts, their ups and downs, victories, setbacks. in other words, real life. if some people want avatars, it's fine. if someone is glowing with victory and does before and after pics, i celebrate with them in their hard earned success. however, if you bother to check out the site, you may notice everyone is different here and people express themselves and their opinions differently. you have expressed your opinion. i disagree with it but you have a right to your post. you do NOT have a right to insinuate about posters as you have already done a couple times in this thread. perhaps you felt it was a witty rejoinder. perhaps you consider that everyone's circumstances are different and try to respect that whether you agree or not.

Oooo cranky!! HA HA!! This makes me laugh. I am pro-photo and do not add friends on MFP that have no photo. If you are too ashamed to show who you are then where is my motivation to befriend you? Relationships are supposed to open and honest right? That being said I haven’t used the “friend” functionality on here for quite a few months, the news feed was getting annoying just repeating when everyone worked out, when they finished their day and repeat. It was pretty boring and at the end of the day we are all here for ourselves so I don’t see the need to see that someone else burned 300 calories, good for you but you don’t need my applause. If the community helps you, great!

Nothing to do with being ashamed, but people talk about all sorts on here and they may not want their families etc seeing. i've had many people add me because they like my picture or my user name. If they asked to see a pic of me to put a face to the words I would direct them in the right direction which would be my photobucket site that is not open to public.

I agree a couple of posts on here have been pretty rude to the OP but I think the majority that don't use their own pic do so because there is no privacy setting on here, google will pull up your profile and show any pics. I'm not a public person, hate my photo being taken (even when I was a skinny minnie) and do not feel the need to display myself to the world via my profile pic.

Horses for courses and if someone wants to reject a friend request because they can't see what I look like then fine, but whats the difference between rejecting someone because you don't know what they look like versus rejecting someone because you DO know what they look like?