MomDot has always been a blog that helps bloggers, companies, and each other. We are also known for controversial subjects. Up until recently, the community has been able to withstand critics. All things considered, the majority of our visitors are quite mature, whether they agree or not.
But this week I have personally received death threats and some of the forum members are receiving threats of assault and more for just belonging to this group.
Its a big world.
We are not out there forcing our opinions on anyone. You have to either show up or subscribe to read, which of course is an optional decision. This is one blog in a sea of millions that create content that others don’t agree with and also one of the smaller blogs on the net regarding controversy. Let me remind you that the opinion that we are “mean” over “controversial” depends on which side you are on. If you are on the side that agrees with the material, its controversial. If you play defense, its “mean”. Either way its our right to run this blog how we see fit and produce “mean” content.
For now, in an effort to protect my family from being killed, or threatened to be killed, over freedom of speech, my family posts and videos will be private from this point on. Which is actually kinda awesome because there have been many subjects I haven’t touched before and now I will feel more comfortable branching out.
General readers will still have access to a good majority of free content, but if you are an avid reader/commenter and would like a FREE upgrade to Member Status or you advertise momdot on your blog (like in a banner), please check this page to find out if you qualify to view our private posts. We want you to continue reading and will work with you if you have been a part of us.
Make sure you register for a FREE membership before filling out the upgrade info.
All other visitors will need to upgrade by a paid subscription. If you are going to harass us, you can now pay for my house security system.
~Trisha
P.S. Suck it.
Oh dear God! You are doing the right thing to protect yourself and your family. It is horrible that this is happening to you and the other forum members. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I can’t believe someone would stoop to that level. I mean death threats? over a blog? Seems to me like some one has a little too much time on their hands. What an arse.
I need a password for the protected posts. I know tons of people are mad about the post from last week at the airport, but seriously – as your post says – they have to show up here or subscribe to read these posts. If they find them inappropriate they should simply unsubscribe or not come back to keep reading. I can’t believe that anyone would take that post or others like it and be invested enough to send you a death threat.
I came to catch up on your blog today and saw this post and was shocked. I am so sad to see the personal posts go private. I fully understand why and am so shocked that things got that extreme. Its so disgusting. Hugs to you and your family.
I can’t say that I agree with all of the things you post – like the airport thing… I thought it to be in horribly bad taste… but death threats? I can’t imagine it actually being that serious. That’s either extremely silly or extremely scary, depending on who it’s coming from. Goes to show how many nut jobs there are out there… and how quickly the internet makes this big world into a relatively small one.
And, you’re right – whether a person loves it or hates it, they actually have to COME HERE to see what’s being posted…
Good line, “If you are going to harass us, you can now pay for my house security system.”, Trisha. So sorry to hear about the threats.
wow never thought this would happen having to hide personal family items that is too bad and a bit sad
I am so, so sorry for this stress and horrible situation that people are so intolerant of a difference of opinion. Please take good care and I send my best to you and your family.
I don’t understand why people have to be vicious. If they are turned off by your blog, then they don’t have to read it … sort of like changing the TV channel if you don’t like what’s on. You shouldn’t have to go into hiding because of some idiot.
I read on another blog that you posted this. She wasn’t very nice about the way she put it but Whatever!! She obviously wasn’t speaking the truth about what she said..NOT in a all terms mentioned kinda of way.
HUGS to you. HOPE that this LOW life gets a clue and finds some other way to get entertainment. We mommy blogs aren’t here for amusement.
HUGS to anyone else who received such a harmful message.
See you on the inside
I’m really sorry it had to go this far, but I can really understand why this needs to be done
All I can say is WOW-MEAN PEOPLE SUCK! I will never, ever understand why people can be so hateful to others.
I too think it’s a bunch of BS that you have to “hide” your thoughts or sensor them to make ignorant people happy! Even thought this may not be the ideal way to do it at least you can still write what you want when you want and even though I may not always agree I’ll also be here to give you a good debate!