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More and less sensitivity
I have said this before (but not here) and I'll say it again...
Some people like to say stuff to get others' feathers ruffled. Fine. That's their right. Let'em spew forth what they think passes as wisdom. We're all capable of filtering out the meaningless crap from the thoughtful ('thoughtful' as in thought-out, not necessarily positive) comments and writings.
As a society we need to do two things:
(1) Be a little more sensitive to others' feelings. Yes, we are entitle to our opinions and are entitled to express them; I am just as entitle to ignore or reject them. Just because you say it doesn't mean I have to read it.
(2) Be a little LESS sensitive to other's opinions. What somebody else says regarding their thoughts is only an OPINION. See #1.
Less sensitive and more sensitive at the same time. People talking crap about your writings doesn't mean you have to accept it; it could be an honest opinion or just trash-talk (comment not directed at anybody in particular; a late-night general comment)
Want to spew forth nonsense? Go for it! Watch me ignore it just as easily.
posted by
frdmfghtr
on May 20, 2003 at 9:51 PM
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Jemmie
I love those emoticons, they made me feel so childlike, such a clean communicator. I now wish I could communicate with sign language as You described, emoticons in every word, nothing left to doubt, little risk of hurt feelings. 
posted by
maralite
on May 20, 2003 at 3:34 PM
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Mara
I'm glad you're feeling better. *hug* And thank you for your comment on my Gratitude blog.
posted by
Jemmie211
on May 20, 2003 at 3:30 PM
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I should say: I'm not upset with anyone! Everything is GOOD.
I just want to enjoy this place, it seems like the minute You start to things go haywire. 
posted by
maralite
on May 20, 2003 at 3:26 PM
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You know what Jemmie
I was really not upset with anyone. I can understand what zephyr is saying and yet I can also see the contradictions Chris is pointing out. When I commented to You I though zephyr and Chris were going to war. You got my thinking back on those wonderful emoticons.
The next thing I know whim is calling me names and making accusations toward me. What is all of this? Frankly, I've seen people looking for a fight and when they can't get someone else to play will fight with themselves, that seemed to be whim this afternoon.
But bottomline, I had a great day and was totally blindsided by all of this. Now, ??? Who cares.
Everything is fine with me, Jemmie. Be happy. I really liked Your gratitude piece.
Peace
M
posted by
maralite
on May 20, 2003 at 3:22 PM
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