| Jul 11 @ 11:23 AM |
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Kenn159
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MD can be addictive, and can take time away from other things, sometimes I think people cancel to break the addition, and recover time for things that MD is crowding out. 
But I'm sure there can be many more reasons as well.
So what's your take?
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| Jul 11 @ 11:26 AM |
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signme
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I don't know--I've never cancelled, just taken a break for a few days, then came back. I hope Angel comes back soon.
For some reason, seems to be a large departure this time.
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| Jul 11 @ 11:30 AM |
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burnslikethesun
Posts: 13,027
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Honestly I don't really care so much about the whys as i do the who's and whens.
Some run, some wander, some come back, some don't.
So be it.
As long as you're there, that's all that truly matters. 
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| Jul 11 @ 11:36 AM |
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JenRNinOhio
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I agree that some have to cancel so
they don't have that temptation to post.
I also, think that perhaps some have embarassed
themselves ... or insulted someone ... or made
too many enemies ...
Or have been insulted or mocked or belittled.
But then eventually some return.
Sometimes under a new name.
I do have to wonder about some who
just stop posting .... Profile is still there
but *Last time logged in* was "over 3 months ago" ...
*knock*
*knock*
Hey... you doing OK out there?
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| Jul 11 @ 11:47 AM |
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burnslikethesun
Posts: 13,027
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Who's there?
ooooOOOoohhhhhaa
The new handle I get, but I draw the line at the fake pics.
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| Jul 11 @ 11:47 AM |
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Kenn159
Posts: 4,402
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I think every MD member should read this.
http://computer.howstuffworks.com/computer-addiction.htm
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| Jul 11 @ 12:04 PM |
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RareQuestor
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My hunch is that MatchDoctor simply cannot compete with the competition. People now gravitate to such popular social-networking sites as Facebook and Myspace. MatchDoctor has, for better or worse, chosen to identify itself as a dating site rather than a social-networking site, but even in that field it is at a disadvantage because it is a general dating site and the trend is toward niche dating websites. (As is illustrated by the number of sites dedicated specifically to such niches as Jewish singles, Vietnamese singles, Latin singles, et cetera.) Retooling the website into a social-networking would probably require far more resources than the owners would be willing to devote to it and nearly all of the dating website niches have already been filled. MatchDoctor's only true hope for survival is to be absorbed by one of the social-networking sites such as Facebook or Bebo.
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| Jul 11 @ 12:25 PM |
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willowy1
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I don't suppose it has anything to do with the vile words that are flung like poo around here? Who flung poo? 
The people that post in the fora are only a small percentage of the members here anyway. 
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| Jul 11 @ 12:31 PM |
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burnslikethesun
Posts: 13,027
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poooh flingers, 
If MD brought poker and mafia war here, I would never need another site.
Never was a huge fan of mycheatingspouse, I mean myspace, I like facebook, its got a butt load of games.
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| Jul 11 @ 1:09 PM |
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Loreli
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I tried to get poker here, Burns.
My thoughts have been expressed. A few years ago, the Mods really cracked down on chatting-too much so. But they didn't take anyone's crap.
Now it's gone wild....like shutting the door with a bunch of preschoolers inside.
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| Jul 11 @ 2:04 PM |
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missliss78
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No offense to anyone, in particular the kind gentleman who started this thread...
But this topic has been discussed a gazillion times under a gazillion different guises.
The reasons people leave are as varied as the people themselves. Whether it's lack of discipline, embarrassment, hiding out, whatever....things like taking part in an online social network are cyclical in most peoples lives....especially those who actually have lives.
For years, MD has been a part of my daily life...some days I spend more time here than others (such as today  ).....on occasion, I have gone for days without even logging in.
My hope is that the site continues to exist....whether in this form or in another, but if it bites the dust for whatever reason my LIFE will go on.
Happy posting people! 
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| Jul 11 @ 2:50 PM |
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Kenn159
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MatchDoctor has, for better or worse, chosen to identify itself as a dating site rather than a social-networking site, but even in that field it is at a disadvantage because it is a general dating site and the trend is toward niche dating websites. (As is illustrated by the number of sites dedicated specifically to such niches as Jewish singles, Vietnamese singles, Latin singles, et cetera.)
Yeah I think you're right about the niche thing. The dating demographic that I most closely relate myself to are the "Lesbian Communist Nazi Christian Fundamentalist against all things that are bad.  ".
As you can see by the long name, it is a very small niche group, but I refuse to date anyone outside of it. 
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| Jul 11 @ 3:45 PM |
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missliss78
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MatchDoctor simply cannot compete with the competition. People now gravitate to such popular social-networking sites as Facebook and Myspace. MatchDoctor has, for better or worse, chosen to identify itself as a dating site rather than a social-networking site,
This is an interesting point of view, but I don't mind admitting, it's always served me as more of a social networking site. That's not saying I would not use to meet a match, but for general purposes, I come here more for the social network aspect.
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| Jul 11 @ 4:09 PM |
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pamdemonium
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Is this a trick question? 
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| Jul 11 @ 4:18 PM |
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CPUfan
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I'm glad all the "I'm leaving MD for good #snifft# and I won't be coming back..."  blogs have stopped... James Brown did it much better, putting on his coat and staggering out ...........................................................................>
"Baby,....................................................................>
please..................................................................................................>
don't................................................................................................. >
go................" ................................................................................. > 
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| Jul 11 @ 4:24 PM |
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pamdemonium
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| Jul 11 @ 6:34 PM |
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whatagal
Posts: 1,130
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I'm still a member of MD but participate on Facebook far more than I ever did on here.
There is many advantages to Facebook. You connect with people that you know in "real" life. It's been wonderful to catch up with old friends and make a few new ones. Facebook has many levels to it...
I'll stay a member of MD as long as it remains a FREE site!!
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| Jul 11 @ 6:58 PM |
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JenRNinOhio
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Yes, reconnecting with family & friends ....
(& Texas Hold 'Em)
But MD has allowed me to make NEW friends.
I would never have had YOU as a friend if I only had FaceBook.
And all my other WONDERFUL, LOVING, SUPPORTIVE friends.
I love these forums & the friends I have found here.
And the blogs, too.
I don't have an answer as to why people are leaving ...
I just hope they come back & new ones join in
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| Jul 11 @ 7:28 PM |
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alivenwell351
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MatchDoctor has, for better or worse, chosen to identify itself as a dating site rather than a social-networking site, but even in that field it is at a disadvantage because it is a general dating site and the trend is toward niche dating websites
I never really thought about it that way, but I think you're probably on to something. MD's been around for awhile and in it's early days (pre facebook & myspace), it could compete pretty well with the rest of what was out there.
It's kind of evolved into a "Cheers" type site (where everybody knows your name)...social, good place to stop by for a beer and conversation with folks you know, but the "love connections" I'm aware of are few and far between. I think more of them happen on the "meat market" places (POF,Match etc).
I mean who in his/her right mind would take a chance hooking up with someone on here any more. If it didn't work out, odds are good it would be all over the blogs/forums and you'd likely be the next in line as entertainment for the week.
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| Jul 12 @ 2:33 PM |
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RareQuestor
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This is an interesting point of view, but I don't mind admitting, it's always served me as more of a social networking site. That's not saying I would not use to meet a match, but for general purposes, I come here more for the social network aspect.
Oh, one can certainly use it as a social-networking site, but most people join it because it is a dating site. If they stay long enough and get to know some of the people, it gradually becomes a social-networking site. The population is declining simply because more people are leaving (for whatever reason) than are joining. The people who would normally replace them now join various niche sites instead which cater to what they are seeking.
Think of MatchDoctor as a mall. It tries to offer something for everybody, but most people want a specific item. If they want a television they go to Best Buy. If they want a hammer or a circular saw, they go to ACE or Lowe's Hardware. Those stores can afford to specialize and offer more products than the mall can. In short, MatchDoctor is the victim of the Internet equivalent of urban sprawl.
The reason why I claim it is too late for MatchDoctor to morph into a social-networking site is simply because that market has already been cornered. Trying to compete with such giants as Facebook, Myspace and Twitter would be like opening a small store directly across from a Wal-Mart outlet.
[edited to correct spelling errors]
[Edited on 7/12/2009 2:49 PM]
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