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A-G, no apology needed in my book. But I'm not as principled as your good
self. I can see why it hurt you. My feeling regarding such trickery is that forewarned is forearmed. If enough people make some kind of stand, in their own way, as you have done here, then we'll all be able to know when a true leaving speech is calling us. Again, I can see why you have been hurt and in some part, I'm responsible for that and I apologize to you for demonstrating how to operate the trick.
posted by
_dave_says_ack_
on September 19, 2006 at 8:04 AM
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Bright Irish
I'm glad you're so accepting of me. That's very reassuring. Thank you.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 4:41 PM
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avant-garde
My friend .... It is not necessary for you to offer an apology. You shone a light on a subject that you felt deeply about and others can choose to agree or disagree. There is nothing enlightening about keeping thoughts hidden so that others will not be insecure around you. When you let your own light shine then others automatically feel the freedom to do the same.
posted by
BrightIrish
on September 18, 2006 at 4:24 PM
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Blanche
Well, whatever the case, it does me no good to continue with this petty preoccupation. It's blunted my creativity and I don't feel like things are running smoothly around the house.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 1:14 PM
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Avant-Garde,
I have gone back and forth myself on that. I think there is a process involved: of at first reacting and being reactive, again and again, but then it becomes conscious and I ask myself, "Why react? How should I react? Or should I?" I try to make it a conscious choice to acknowledge the truth of the situation, and address what I consider the real principles involved, not merely react.
I think that calling things as they are is more beneficial in the long run, for the most people, than living in pretense and denial.
posted by
Blanche.
on September 18, 2006 at 12:36 PM
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Blanche
I've held in this feeling for a long time, and it was coming out in crazy ways. Now that it's out, I am able to comprehend its origin. I'm only sorry that my intent was to injure, as I felt injured.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:32 PM
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Avant,
I can understand if you feel you fell into temptation, of something you've been trying really hard to ignore or rise above, but I'm glad you did. "All that is required for evil to flourish is for good men to do nothing". I think that's a rough paraphrase of Winston Churchill.
posted by
Blanche.
on September 18, 2006 at 12:31 PM
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OFFBEATS
Yes, but sometimes I don't feel wise enough. I guess I needed a swift kick in the drawers.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:29 PM
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Troosha
I shall. Thanks!
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:27 PM
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Factor Fiction
You know, I've run from a lot of things in my life. I am seeing now that it is not a good decision.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:27 PM
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sannhet
Yes, my friend. The darkness surfaced yesterday. Some very deep and unresolved things were resurrected in my mind. And, far from being free from it, my temptation to tend it only made it worse. Thanks for your kind words.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:26 PM
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Nanaroo
Thank you.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:25 PM
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TAPS
It's funny you should say that. I was just telling my wife the other day that I was just like everyone else. I guess this proves it. Thanks for continuing to read. I think you are top notch yourself.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:24 PM
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Mason
Thanks.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:23 PM
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YPunday
You're very kind. I'm more determined than ever now not to get sucked into something like that again.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:23 PM
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Tanga
Thanks, my friend.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 12:22 PM
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Continue to inspire, share your thoughts, amuse, and dazzle. Ignore (as you put it) the bullshit.
posted by
Troosha
on September 18, 2006 at 10:34 AM
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avant
sometimes it is just about learning how to deal with negatives...whether it's bloggers or "real people." I am glad you did not run away from us!
posted by
FactorFiction
on September 18, 2006 at 10:13 AM
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Avant -
I read yesterday's post after reading this one, and I can say that the negative energy coming off that post was, for me, palpable. I immediately wondered what had happened in your life to bring this to the surface. I'm so glad that the Divine was present in you to help lift you after you stumbled. And I imagine, if you are like me, that your knees are continually bruised and battered.
posted by
sannhet
on September 18, 2006 at 9:31 AM
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avant-gard, I must admit that I have been disappointed with you in a couple of your recent posts. I apparently had you on a pedestal set above the heat of the fray.
posted by
TAPS.
on September 18, 2006 at 9:17 AM
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avant
I am glad you decided to stay too. Sometimes we all get sucked into a negative mode and it's hard to over look. Thank goodness you are wise and realize this!
posted by
Offy
on September 18, 2006 at 7:30 AM
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avant-garde
...glad you're staying!
posted by
Nanaroo
on September 18, 2006 at 7:16 AM
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brilliant move and post! Bravo!
posted by
MasonGarrett
on September 18, 2006 at 6:30 AM
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Everything we say & do have meaning, even if only for ourselves.No probs A-
Greetings-- I did not feel used. Thinking aloud has never been a crime on Blogit. Besides, I read yesterday's post but during the comments, my computer froze...so I was kicked out. Any providential intervention there.....Anyway, I do not think u need to apologize for your blogging. WElcome
posted by
ILLUMINATI8
on September 18, 2006 at 5:44 AM
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Oh I did not mind
posted by
Tanga
on September 18, 2006 at 5:05 AM
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Bhaskar
Yet, I am disappointed. It's frustrating that the one person you're trying to reach will not take responsibility for any of it. But, as in dealing with my own mother, this is another lesson in taking responsiblity for myself only, and learning to accept without conditions.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 4:46 AM
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Avant
These will remain. If only we can remain away from them and concentrate on what we want to say, then, I think, we stay on course. Secondly, somehow I see to objections as an opportunity to learn and assess about others' mind, and feel that if, instead of a reaction, instead of letting our internal calm disturbed, can desigh a response, it becomes quite a fun. At least you put yourself in a no loss situation.
posted by
Bhaskar.ing
on September 18, 2006 at 4:43 AM
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Corbin Dallas
Well, I'm not proud of having stooped to this level. Thanks for the support.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 4:42 AM
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avant-garde
Thank you for your previous post and this follow up......very well said and on target.
posted by
Corbin_Dallas
on September 18, 2006 at 4:34 AM
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Bhaskar
It's a sad phenomena but it's very true. My railings yesterday were more for the cause of integrity among our self-appointed leaders. I now realize that I myself have seen the corruption in yet another sphere of human existence.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 4:29 AM
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Okay, that's how it is. I never knew.Thanks Avant
posted by
Bhaskar.ing
on September 18, 2006 at 4:14 AM
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Bhaskar
That is simply because you can get yourself nailed if you attack directly. So, the ones who feel compelled to attack another will do it in an indirect fashion. Some here have elevated it to an art form.
posted by
avant-garde
on September 18, 2006 at 4:09 AM
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Avant
The ultimate measure of man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy, and you stand steadfast. Loved your post. But Avant, i hear a lot of talks on blogger bashings, badmouthing etc., I have never encontered one in the 2 months that I have been here. I keep wondering.
posted by
Bhaskar.ing
on September 18, 2006 at 4:05 AM
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