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Offbeatpub and Ca88andra...
Thank you very much, I appreciate your comments.
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 23, 2005 at 9:16 PM
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You aren't a bully - you simply have more courage than most of us.
posted by
Ca88andra
on April 23, 2005 at 8:53 PM
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ALF
There needs to be more people like you. In your post you mentioned your children and what was acceptable and not...your children will learn from that. Being strong in your convictions is not a bad thing, it is something to be admired. 
posted by
Offy
on April 23, 2005 at 8:10 PM
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Thanks for your opinions ARGUS and Whacky....
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 23, 2005 at 2:54 AM
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I have to agree with you and commend you on
making your little corner of the world a better place. Please carry on!
posted by
Whacky
on April 23, 2005 at 2:14 AM
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Alf, hold your present course!
And thanks for visiting BU
posted by
ARGUS
on April 22, 2005 at 5:32 PM
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fwmystic...
Thank you. I didn't raise my voice or get more physical because I didn't have to, that would have been the next step of course but most people that abuse others I have found, are cowards. When faced with 260 pounds of fuming Norwegian (that would be me), they quickly modify their behavior.
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 22, 2005 at 2:02 PM
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What's wrong with being ...
a fascist bastard? I agreed with each one of your interventions. I was only disappointed that you didn't raise your voice and didn't get more physical.
posted by
fwmystic
on April 22, 2005 at 1:15 PM
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Thanks for your opinion sassyass.....
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 22, 2005 at 1:07 PM
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This is not bullying at all
Unfortunately though, people get pissy when you tread too close to their person and you correct them . Moral people can handle this scrutiny, but someone that just doesn't give a crap will fight you over it. I believe that everyone has the right to their opinion, but not at the price of hurting others in the process with malicious lies and prejudices. Great post!
posted by
Sherri_G
on April 22, 2005 at 12:48 PM
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Original influence...Thank you!
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 22, 2005 at 10:47 AM
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Definitely do not modify......maybe others should follow your example...
posted by
Original_Influence
on April 22, 2005 at 10:42 AM
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Passionflower...
You...are a visionary of the utmost caliber! What a brilliant notion! Make it so.
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 22, 2005 at 10:13 AM
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My opinion, for what it's worth....
"Right and wrong is not rocket science." Just as you say. I support your 'radical' views and believe we should have a national holiday to celebrate.
We could paint picket signs with the above original, "Alfism" and march on Washington. (Okay, I may have gotten carried away.)
posted by
Passionflower
on April 22, 2005 at 9:38 AM
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Whammie...
You are welcome. I was on your side of that one the whole way, you have one of the most difficult jobs in the world and I respect that greatly.
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 22, 2005 at 8:06 AM
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ALF,
Thank you for this, because I thought I was attacked rather unfairly. But, hey, I got some clicks out of it, and I got to see an opposing viewpoint.
posted by
WHAMENATOR
on April 22, 2005 at 7:31 AM
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Entrepreneur_Maker...
Thank you very much for your comments, I appreciate it very much.
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 21, 2005 at 8:30 PM
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A_Noresman
You speak with a language I believe in. To hell with the liberals who say "its not the person who is bad..its their action." Live and Let live. Say what you want to anyone.
No sir. You are correct. You clearly have to judge yourself in matters relating to physical confrontation.
As far as the items you say...no..I truly don't see any single first Amendment rights violated. While I realize the subtle undertone you are writing, I think you are spot on.
I believe if the world had more of people like your self, there would be a lot less for Whammie to do! :)
I very much enjoyed this posting. Thank you
posted by
Entrepreneur_Maker
on April 21, 2005 at 7:58 PM
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Thanks very much Talion...
I appreciate your point of view. I feel pretty much the same way you do it seems. I really don't think I am power tripping nor have ever felt remorse of any kind after making a correction. In fact the way I go about it is pretty non-confrontational. The very people I have corrected have even thanked me later on a couple of occassions.
The thing about protecting women though...lets just say I am glad it doesn't happen every day. I know its a good way to get shot or worse. That is one thing that inspires instant rage in me though, maybe you will let me borrow that "minding your own business" book sometime. I look forward to reading that post when you post it, thanks again for the comments.
posted by
A_Norseman
on April 21, 2005 at 7:33 PM
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A_Norseman
I read the post and the series of comments as well and was somewhat surprised by some of the comments. It gave me food for thought, but basically I thought it was a little ridiculous. While I always attempt to conduct myself with dignity and honor, I'm not blind to the way the world is. Lofty ideals don't always translate well into real life, especially when cops and criminals are involved. Sometimes you kick, sometimes you get kicked. That's the way it is, whether we want to admit it or not. Here are my thoughts on your points:
- My post today deals with a similar issue involving a woman. I make it a point to curb my language when children are present if they can inadvertently overhear. However, it's also a parents responsibility to keep children on a short leash away from grown ups in grown up situations/environments. Example: If a family including children are sitting in the adjacent booth where my words can be easily heard even in hushed tones, I'll watch what I say. If the same family is seated across the room and allows the child to wander to my space, then all bets are off.
- Even if it's accurate, the tone and/or implications had better not be insulting. I'm patient and tolerant about how I'm treated, but the fuse is short when it comes to people I care about. If anyone has something deragatory to say, then they should have sense enough not to say it in my presence. They deserve whatever they get because they asked for it.
- That's usually a gray area unless what is said or done is so malicious there's no doubt. Sometimes it's a tasteless joke and honestly, it depends on how well I know the teller whether or not I get miffed. Sometimes it may be mean-spirited, but the perpetrator doesn't realize he's being offensive. Example: I was talking with a co-worker once about one our our customers. He said that I had to be careful because they would try to "Jew me down," i.e. haggle endlessly to get the lowest price. I'd never heard that phrase before. "You think that about them?" I asked. He continued thinking I meant the customer. "No, I mean Jews? You really think that about them?" He stuttered and stammered trying to explain what he really meant, but it didn't matter. I can't stop him from thinking whatever it is he thinks, but I can let him know he's going to have to explain himself if he says anything in front of me.
- This reminds me of an incident that would be a good post. I'll let you know when I write it. I'm leery of getting in the middle of those kinds of disputes. Heroics can easily be misinterpreted as villainy and since I'm no cop or superhero, I consult my How to Mind Your Own Damn Business handbook and go about my merry way. (The post when written will further explain this philosophy.) If she is someone I know, see #2. Thankfully, that has never happened.
Basically, you can't stop anyone from speaking without physically restraining them. From the pictures I've seen, you're a pretty big guy, but you aren't that big. 
All kidding aside, I wouldn't worry about whether or not you're imposing your will on others. Your salvation or damnation rests on your intentions. If you're power-tripping, then you have something to answer to. If you believe in your heart you're doing the right thing, then your mind should be at ease and this is something you shouldn't even question. To hell with what anyone else thinks. Granted, this is coming from a guy who calls himself Talion.
posted by
Talion
on April 21, 2005 at 6:06 PM
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