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Recently I have had a number of people requesting that I allow child avatars at friends-grid and I want to discuss this openly and honestly.
It is not my place to try and push my morals and values upon others....however, as a grid owner, it is my place to learn the laws of every country involved. In this situation, I need to understand the Child pornography laws of not only where our servers are located, but I also had to research and learn the laws of every country we have residents and guests from. We currently have residents from 30 countries and guests from another 35. People who say "laws dont apply " are incorrect on this subject. You may have servers in one country.....but all the laws of your resident's countries come into play also.
A good thing to remember is that because you have gotten away with something for 10 years does not make it legal. You may never get caught....and then again.....somebody with a grudge may turn you in.
I want to point out a recent post by Jerralyn Franzic . Jerralyn showed the cutest childs outfit ever! ....and she also made the wisest statement ...."I don't understand the hatred towards child avis in Open Sim. Sure, they shouldn't engage in adult activities and maybe not hang in Adult sims but otherwise, what's the problem?" Personally I would love to see kids riding ponies at my farm....and having fun being mermaids. If everyone in child avi were to abide by Jerralyn's statement, there would not be an issue.
However, lets talk about reality. Not all child avis are simply riding ponies and playing in the water. The simple truth is that many (not all) of these child avis are having sex. Some grids use this to boost their traffic. In some countries, including US, the graphic illustration of a child online having sex is 100% illegal. You see, it does not matter if the person behind the computer is 12 or 52......the visual computer generated depiction of a child (child avatar) involved in sex is very illegal in a number of countries. 18 U.S.C. ยง 2252 Many people will say their countries are different....and this is stupid. I did not make laws........but I need to abide by them. Before people jump on this and criticize me ....I would suggest you read the laws of your country....your servers country...and the laws of all your residents or guests. There are many misinformed people on this subject. I am not saying the laws are right or wrong......but learn the laws.....then comment. You need to learn laws for your servers country...and all your guests countries. This post is not about morals......it is about laws....of all the countries involved.
I have spent over 200 hours reading international laws. Some countries allow things that others do not. However, you have to consider all the laws because of guests.
In closing....do I hate kids and kids avis......nooooooo. I would love to be able to allow them to come to friends grid. However, this is a less than perfect world in which we live, and I have to look at the potential liability of allowing those child avis. Because of that, Child avis are not allowed on friends-grid......no exceptions! I am sad....because there are some wonderful people in kids avis that I do not get to have visit.
Friends-grid is an Adult community and we are looking for adults, with adult avi's who want to make this their main opensim home.
It is not my place to try and push my morals and values upon others....however, as a grid owner, it is my place to learn the laws of every country involved. In this situation, I need to understand the Child pornography laws of not only where our servers are located, but I also had to research and learn the laws of every country we have residents and guests from. We currently have residents from 30 countries and guests from another 35. People who say "laws dont apply " are incorrect on this subject. You may have servers in one country.....but all the laws of your resident's countries come into play also.
A good thing to remember is that because you have gotten away with something for 10 years does not make it legal. You may never get caught....and then again.....somebody with a grudge may turn you in.
I want to point out a recent post by Jerralyn Franzic . Jerralyn showed the cutest childs outfit ever! ....and she also made the wisest statement ...."I don't understand the hatred towards child avis in Open Sim. Sure, they shouldn't engage in adult activities and maybe not hang in Adult sims but otherwise, what's the problem?" Personally I would love to see kids riding ponies at my farm....and having fun being mermaids. If everyone in child avi were to abide by Jerralyn's statement, there would not be an issue.
However, lets talk about reality. Not all child avis are simply riding ponies and playing in the water. The simple truth is that many (not all) of these child avis are having sex. Some grids use this to boost their traffic. In some countries, including US, the graphic illustration of a child online having sex is 100% illegal. You see, it does not matter if the person behind the computer is 12 or 52......the visual computer generated depiction of a child (child avatar) involved in sex is very illegal in a number of countries. 18 U.S.C. ยง 2252 Many people will say their countries are different....and this is stupid. I did not make laws........but I need to abide by them. Before people jump on this and criticize me ....I would suggest you read the laws of your country....your servers country...and the laws of all your residents or guests. There are many misinformed people on this subject. I am not saying the laws are right or wrong......but learn the laws.....then comment. You need to learn laws for your servers country...and all your guests countries. This post is not about morals......it is about laws....of all the countries involved.
I have spent over 200 hours reading international laws. Some countries allow things that others do not. However, you have to consider all the laws because of guests.
In closing....do I hate kids and kids avis......nooooooo. I would love to be able to allow them to come to friends grid. However, this is a less than perfect world in which we live, and I have to look at the potential liability of allowing those child avis. Because of that, Child avis are not allowed on friends-grid......no exceptions! I am sad....because there are some wonderful people in kids avis that I do not get to have visit.
Friends-grid is an Adult community and we are looking for adults, with adult avi's who want to make this their main opensim home.
 | Sodasullivan: I think this is the proper way to address this issue Safine. You are setting the rules YOU are comfortable with on YOUR region. I am fine having my region open to everyone as long as they agree to fol... 26 days ago |
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our name says it all
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Textures Trees & Scripts
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Textures Trees & Scripts is proud to partner with our friend Cyberglo and offer a Wizardry shop inside our script building. However.....The best magic is kept hidden behind a wall.......
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Textures Trees & Scripts
the name says it all
| | Psicotronic: Perfect ! 1 month ago |
Some people collect beautiful art
I collect bricks!
Not just normal bricks;
old worn out imperfect bricks.
These are the kind of bricks that help
tell a rich story about a buildings past.
but why.......WHY would I collect UGLY BRICKS?
Because I have a few friends who love to build!
Textures Trees & Scripts
The name says it all!
p.s. I also have a few ugly rocks and soft fabrics in my collection.
I collect bricks!
Not just normal bricks;
old worn out imperfect bricks.
These are the kind of bricks that help
tell a rich story about a buildings past.
but why.......WHY would I collect UGLY BRICKS?
Because I have a few friends who love to build!
Textures Trees & Scripts
The name says it all!
p.s. I also have a few ugly rocks and soft fabrics in my collection.
| | Jupiter Rowland: FYI: Outworldz has loads of brick textures waiting to be used. I haven't tested the normal maps that were probably generated from the textures yet, but they're there. A few brick textures even come w... 1 month ago |
What do we have at this new region?
the answer is simple.....
Textures
Trees
and Scripts!
Plus a few really cool scripted items from Wizardry.
Medieval Furnishings and decor fill the two stores of El Rincon Arturiano. This store was made by Salchis Iezabel to provide you with the Medieval things you need for your castle or home.
* Swords
* Shields
*Wardrobe
* Beds
* Tables
* Fireplaces
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/641/515/2...
El Rincon Arturiano
one of the Specialty Shops at
Friends mall
* Swords
* Shields
*Wardrobe
* Beds
* Tables
* Fireplaces
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/641/515/2...
El Rincon Arturiano
one of the Specialty Shops at
Friends mall
Sunset Market is your shop
for animated pictures! You will find sunsets,
wolves, fireworks, Star Trek and much more
created by Eitaro Graywolf.
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/642/377/2...
Sunset Market
one of the Specialty Shops at
Friends Mall
for animated pictures! You will find sunsets,
wolves, fireworks, Star Trek and much more
created by Eitaro Graywolf.
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/642/377/2...
Sunset Market
one of the Specialty Shops at
Friends Mall
This little store has an amazing inventory! In addition to the womens fasions and costumes, you will also find an extensive selection of hair and shoes.
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/640/470/2...
Joy Love Free Store
one of the Specialty Shops
at Friends Mall
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/640/470/2...
Joy Love Free Store
one of the Specialty Shops
at Friends Mall
Art....
it touches us
and bringes out so many emotions!
Inspired, joyful, satisfied, interested, happy, serene
or
moody, gloomy, unsatisfied, scared, nervous
Nothing affects us like Art!
Come find the latest AI generated art to create the mood you are wanting at
Bahro Fine Art
one of the Specialty Shops
At Friends Mall
it touches us
and bringes out so many emotions!
Inspired, joyful, satisfied, interested, happy, serene
or
moody, gloomy, unsatisfied, scared, nervous
Nothing affects us like Art!
Come find the latest AI generated art to create the mood you are wanting at
Bahro Fine Art
one of the Specialty Shops
At Friends Mall
We are Cranking it up NOW!
Island tunes and Reggae from DJ Eunice
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/568/349/2...
| | KrisTina: Good to see you up and running smooth, Safine. 2 months ago |
**Friends Mall Grand Opening**
& Friends Grid 1 Year Anniversary
Saturday, March 9
1pm grid time
DJ Eunice is providing the music to keep you dancing!
Attire: show us YOUR style!
Come see the most unique mall in Opensim featuring a huge skatepark, Sailing and horseriding trails in addition to our 24 specialty shops. Come see why people are talking about this mall!
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/568/349/2...
& Friends Grid 1 Year Anniversary
Saturday, March 9
1pm grid time
DJ Eunice is providing the music to keep you dancing!
Attire: show us YOUR style!
Come see the most unique mall in Opensim featuring a huge skatepark, Sailing and horseriding trails in addition to our 24 specialty shops. Come see why people are talking about this mall!
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/568/349/2...
Equitacion
This is not your normal mall shop.
This store is a stable and trails with beautiful horses waiting for you to ride them.
Come try the best horses in open sim....scripted by our friend, Roland Francis.
After riding, take a look in the stable and get your own copy of these amazing horses.
Equitacion
one of the specialty shops
at Friends Mall
This is not your normal mall shop.
This store is a stable and trails with beautiful horses waiting for you to ride them.
Come try the best horses in open sim....scripted by our friend, Roland Francis.
After riding, take a look in the stable and get your own copy of these amazing horses.
Equitacion
one of the specialty shops
at Friends Mall
Reborn Clothing
Visit Peka's Style
In Friends Mall
A New specialty shop brought to you by Arwen Oropher
For the women who love their curves!
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/523/545/2...
Visit Peka's Style
In Friends Mall
A New specialty shop brought to you by Arwen Oropher
For the women who love their curves!
hop://login.friends-grid.com:8002/Friends%20Mall/523/545/2...
Substance.....one of the specialty shops at friends Mall with products from Pin DeLuca
....just another boring mall store.
NOT!
Come out and grab a board and enjoy the fun at Friends Mall. The skatepark has been custom made for you with half pipes, ramps and bowls. Never skated before........perfect...virtual worlds let us experience some new things.
Skate and Shop (you can carry more when you are on wheels).
p.s skateboards ARE allowed in stores at Friends Mall
NOT!
Come out and grab a board and enjoy the fun at Friends Mall. The skatepark has been custom made for you with half pipes, ramps and bowls. Never skated before........perfect...virtual worlds let us experience some new things.
Skate and Shop (you can carry more when you are on wheels).
p.s skateboards ARE allowed in stores at Friends Mall
| | Ellen: I love this unique shopping concept! Thank you for all you do, Safine! You are amazing!!!! 2 months ago |
Dancing on the Tables!
Friends Casino NOW
With DJ Graywolf
latin & Rock
| | Ellen: Great music and fun company!!! Come on over and join the party! 2 months ago |