Paramount Positioning

So I've learned something. It is close to impossible to come up with any original thought while watching Dora the Explorer with a bored three year old. Seriously, it's like all sparks of intelligence DIE, and the only thing running through your head is that stupid jingle, "Backpack! Backpack!" and "I'm the map, I'm the map, I'm the map, I'M THE MAP!" Talk about un-original thought. . . . . . . . of things the map could have POSSIBLY sung, it HAD to be about its identity, and tunelessly.

Moving on, though, I asked you guys yesterday about your position preferences. While I didn't get as big of a response as I wanted, I did get enough response to continue with this post. Thank you very much, those of you that participated.

Poll Results. 

The poll results came back much like I expected. I arranged this poll so that each person could only vote once, based on their IP address, and I ended up with 81 votes. The poll was up for roughly 18 hours. By an overwhelming majority, OTK was (and is) the favorite. Outstripping any other position, close to half (47%) prefer this traditionally domestic position. I think there are several reasons why it's preferred, and only one of them is "tradition." I'll get to those in a bit. Next in line, though, is bending the spankee over an object, whether that be a desk, table, chair, or bed. Preferred by 17% of my readers, I'm almost willing to bet that those who voted for this one are all spankers. In third, followed by a close fourth, is laying flat and diaper position, respectively. The rest of the options got a very small smattering of votes, which just goes to reflect that we're all different. :-D

Analysis of Results. 
 Like I said earlier, I expected the results I got. Past OTK and being over an object, I didn't know. . . . . but I certainly expected those two to be on top.

OTK is a mainstay of spanking. It just is. It always will be, it always has been, and there's several good reason for it be. Spanking is a very emotional-centered "thing". It's an act based on a connection, a need, a want, a drive. The sense of being physically connected to one's partner is overwhelming while over their knee. It automatically fosters that sense of security, safety, and of bonding that we all seem to crave. The symbolism is great, as is the sense of trust. The spankee must rely on her spanker for balance, while at the same time, the amount of control taken can vary greatly. There are so many ways to put someone over your knee, and while methods vary, the result is always the same: a close, intimate, and often painful, experience. I'm willing to bet that nearly every spankee voted this one as their top choice, and a good number of spankers, as well.

For the spanker, a good bit of the "experience" is visual, especially if they're male. Heck, I'd go as far as to say MOST of it is visual. A spanker does have the sensation side of a spanking, especially while giving an OTK handspanking, but sensation, for them, is limited. They SEE things. They HEAR things. They see the bottom turning red, and bouncing, and they hear their hand or other implement connecting, and the definitely hear the yelps and keens of pain.

Those facts, I believe, is what placed "bent over an object" in second place. It's a very traditional spanking position, but it's popular because of the practicality and the visual appeal. When using an implement such as a school paddle, this position is often necessary for reasons of safety. It prevents misplaced hits to the back or sides of the legs, and it gives the spanker the needed leverage to make his/her point. At the same point in time, the tautly stretched bottom and thighs are much more alluring and enticing than say, merely standing.

Laying flat is a very practical position that makes spanking gals and girls with a bit more to love easier. It's also great when using flexible implements, in order to prevent wrapping. Many people of childhood connections to this position, and favor it because of the emotional response it brings.

Diaper position. Visual appeal. 'Nuff said. :-D I'm definitely willing to bet that all 6 votes on this one were definitely spankers.

As far as the rest of them go, the spattering of votes merely indicate that we all have different tastes and quirks. Our variance of preferences is what makes being a member of this world fun. :-)

My Preferences. 
I definitely prefer OTK, hands down. I NEED the physical connection to KYOTKGUY.  I used to have emotional-freakout moments in a lot of other positions, but as the trust between us has grown, I've been able to accept various positions. Some are easier than others, and it's trust that's made all of that progress possible. When in any other position, I HAVE to be able to sense his closeness. He has to be touching me (hand in middle of back, arm around waist), or talking to me continuously.