Posted by jane d on September 19, 2002, at 21:00:10
In reply to Re: please rephrase that » jane d, posted by Dr. Bob on September 19, 2002, at 19:11:05
> > people who didn't want to miss out on one cutting comment that they could make.
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> > intentionally cruel posters
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> Thank you for your point of view, but could you please rephrase the above characterizations? You know, so people don't end up feeling accused or put down? Thanks,
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> BobNo problem. I should not have speculated about anyone's intentions so I'll retract both statements.
I do think that the board would be better off if we all tried to stay completely out of the grey zone where civil becomes not. That way any accidents shouldn't leave anyone hurt.
Rereading my post I also don't like my use of the word you. It wasn't meant to apply to anyone in particular but since I used Shelli's name in the post it sounds like it could mean her. It doesn't.
I think, also, I have demonstrated my point about how hard it is to post this particular opinion without giving offense. At least it is for me since words don't come easily. I'm still not sure I've made myself clear but I since I think the 'please rephrase' request is intended to defuse a possible blow up I think I'd better get this amended version out there as soon as possible.
Jane
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