Smilies - Use with discretion!

[Ly&Pigs]

Smilies are a privilege, not a right.

We do not want to see 3 or more smilies in every post. In fact, we still expect you to refrain from using them. They are NOT punctuation and should not be used as such.

Also please refrain from using symbols that are used to represent smilies. Symbols that represent smilies include ^_^, :P, <3 and any others.

If you occasionally want to use a smilie, we have many to choose from. Please do not link to smilies that are on other websites. The links will be removed and you will receive a warning.

Smilies should only be used in approximately 10% of your posts. Abuse will result in temporary suspension of posting privileges!

Why?

Because that's they way we like it. We are a mature, adult-oriented forum. You must have parental permission to post if you are under 13. This is not a kid's chat forum. LOL or a smiley face is NOT punctuation for the end of every sentence. That is a pet peeve of ours. We value real content in the posts on this forum, not a lot of filler internet chat-speak prolific with graphics and symbols.