My question to you, is thus, Populace...

Do you equate proper dictation with Dominance? Why, or why not?

No i personally do not. I do notice that many Dom/mes do speak with an air of intelligence and pride however truth be told the subs that have caught my attention do also. i would not desire a sub that does not carry themselves with an amount of self confidence and dignity. I demand of my sub these qualities if for no other reason than if they do not have confidence in themselves as a person i find it an insult as i have chosen this one and feel they are questioning my judgment. So while i think while in play and teasing in chat many (including myself) throw proper dictation out the window. it is nessesary for each individual in our real lives. and appropriate when speaking to the one of authority in a subs life.

Do you see honorifics as a necessity? Why, or why not?
i do see this as a nessesary show of respect in some situations to some people. However i have said many many times that this is def a title of respect that is earned. I DO NOT think that every BABYDOM that joins the site as a dominant has that right. There are a few on here that i have noticed are VERY polite and address all as Mistress or Sir. I although have had opportunities and have spoken to several subs, I have only ever GIVEN one person the right and priviledge to address me as Mistress. others will say mam or miss and it is acceptable but not required.But for me to see other Dom/mes try to demand this respect from a sub that is not known to them it gets me protective for sub and aggressive towards said Dom/me.I consider it a priviledge to be with someone who has enough pride not to brown nose to every passing Dom/me i think it is up to each sub and their own Master/Mistress to decide what is appropriate for them. Beyond that I do not believe it is for anyone to say.

Do you find a strong personality to be a turn on or a turn off? Why?
Nope def not a turn off. again i have posted this before but i DO NOT like a robot as a sub/partner/lover/friend.. i do not like to be pandered to. i like a girl with spirit and one that i know i am the only one they will kneel for. it takes all meaning out of that action and respect (again going back to honorifics) if i know that they will extend this action/attitude/respect to anyone. I like a fight to be in my girl. A fight that tells me they respect and cherish themselves and our relationship. One that will stand up for themselves and me. Just as i would. I do think that when together a sub should stand back a little ( in vocalization) but only in the case of a Dom/me handling a situation.. eg. If my sub is attacked in chat or is upset over a situation and i step in then they need to show respect, step back and let me handle it. other than that.. if i do not step in than i am going to sit back and enjoy the cat fight.. lol.

Now of course i am still learning but everything i have learned thus far has not changed these core opinions of mine so i do not believe they will change. i quiet possibly have offended as i often do it seems, but that is not my intention but i just had to put my 2 cents worth in..