Posted by 8 Miles on January 31, 2004, at 18:05:16
In reply to What Racer intended » 8 Miles, posted by Racer on January 31, 2004, at 13:13:28
Actually, Racer, the Byrd's song IS the derivation of my posting name. Although I might be a wee bit younger than you, I had 3 older siblings, and I DID grow up in the 60's and early 70's. Of strange coincidence, I think that the lyrics of '8 Miles High' somehow are in nexus with this discussion. If you don't mind, here they are (for those who have no clue of what we speak).
"8 miles high, and when you look down,
you'll find that it's stange than unknown.
Signs in the street, just being their own,
nowhere is there warmth to be found, among those afraid of losing their gound. Rain gray town, known for its sound, in places, small faces abound.
Round the square, huddled in storms, some laughing, some just shapless forms. Sidewalk scenes, and black limousines. Some living, some standing alone."
OK then Racer, I like you as well. There is no problem in the open exchange of opinion, and (reasonable) requests for clarification. I took no offense whatsoever to your posts to me. Except for our political divergence (which too is OK), I think we see things in the same bandwidth. I too hope that we can gain knowlege and understanding from each other,and whoever cares to join in, so that we can engage in friendly banter w/o the least fear of enraging each other (as long as Dr. Bob understands that we concur, and doesn't accuse either of us of being uncivil). In tune.8
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