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IR--
yes, Wiki SUCKS big time, imho...
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 9:29 PM
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durbin--
I do understand what you are saying, but...it's still hard not to take it to heart
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 9:28 PM
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Julia, Wiki has a bad problem with people posting falsehoods
incorrect information, and all the other crapolla. The sad part is the people who read the information take it to heart without any further research. If I could, I would find a way to hold Wiki laible for false and slanderous information. Perhaps it would get someone's attention in a hurry.
posted by
I-R-William
on July 14, 2007 at 11:54 AM
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Congrats--I see how U prefer the one notoriety more than the other. Please
do not anguish of the other brother's sins, as it remains between him and his Maker. After all, you are not his parent, only a sister and "younger"? shlomFromNeilDurbin
posted by
ILLUMINATI8
on July 14, 2007 at 11:50 AM
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raes--
thanks for your nice comment, my sweet "rat friend"
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 11:30 AM
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Maggie--
I am glad that my Mom doesn't know how to use the internet. She would not fare well reading all of the stuff about her son.
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 11:28 AM
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Pat B--
I think peace is a lifelong project when you have this kind of legacy.
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 11:27 AM
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offy--
"Joe Blow" compiled this page from a bunch of other ones on the net, and it is apparent that they could give a rat's ass about getting the facts straight.
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 11:24 AM
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dark--
yeah, it kinda does. Thanks for stopping by.
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 11:23 AM
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hazel cricket--
well, I think I am (for the most part) "living in the present." It's kind of hard not to look back when you see something like this on the internet.
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 11:22 AM
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kabu--
wiki is worthless as any sort of "credible" source.
posted by
Julia.
on July 14, 2007 at 11:20 AM
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That is disturbing, Julia..
But you and your family seem to continue moving forward despite the weight of tragedy and sorrow placed unbidden. Such a legacy can never be forgotten by those still struggling to understand. But I know the wonder of time placing one foot in front of the other does bring a measure of peace and acceptance eventually. May the motion keep on bringing you and yours said peace.
posted by
Katray2
on July 14, 2007 at 10:38 AM
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Julia........
If they can make money off of it, they will. Sorry, I know it must be difficult for you and your family. People can be just plain cruel!
posted by
MaggieMae
on July 14, 2007 at 9:28 AM
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Get the facts straight? Given the tricks memory plays on us,
in almost any given situation, getting it straight is difficult. We have to take all accounts into our heads and then try to follow the threads of fact. I'm sorry you have the weight of your brother's trouble on your shoulders, it can darken life for you even though none of it is your debt or your responsibility. Hope you find a way to be at peace about it soon. :)
posted by
Pat_B
on July 14, 2007 at 8:33 AM
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Julia
One would think after all this time the facts would be straight...sorry you have to endure this..
posted by
Offy
on July 14, 2007 at 3:58 AM
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that truly sucks
posted by
dark_mistress
on July 14, 2007 at 3:56 AM
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Julia....I know you have to hurt so deep, but you have to live in the
present, OMG, hard to do, I'm sorry , Babe. Love ya, your nephews are doin' good and tryin' to live...you try, too....xxxxxooooooo !
posted by
hazel_st_cricket
on July 13, 2007 at 10:58 PM
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if it helps at all I know for sure that University students here lose marks
they use Wiki because of its limitations and inaccuracies. Hang in there love.
posted by
Kabu
on July 13, 2007 at 10:32 PM
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hi jacenta--
thanks for stopping by.
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 10:28 PM
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Holy Grail--
yes the truth hurts, but falsehoods hurt more. It's like, isn't the truth bad enough, you have to try to make it worse?
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 10:27 PM
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Foliage--
it's not the first time erroneous information has been printed or disseminated, and I'll wager it won't be the last.
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 10:26 PM
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a-and-b--
thanks for the info, I'll have to check it out.
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 10:24 PM
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Alf--
I go by my married name because really, why would I want to revert to my maiden name under the circumstances. My maiden name, the name my nephews have, is actually vry uncommon. So it does stand out...
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 10:24 PM
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Julia.
posted by
jacentaOld
on July 13, 2007 at 6:03 PM
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Gosh, that's got to be tough. As if the truth isn't hard enough, someone has to go and spread false information. Sorry you had to run across that.
posted by
Holy_Grail
on July 13, 2007 at 3:13 PM
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Julia - Sorry to read this. It must be so hard for you. Yes, they really
should get the facts straight.
posted by
FoliageGold
on July 13, 2007 at 2:50 PM
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Regarding the wiki, there are editors with special authorities. You can report to them and get permission to correct the article if the page is already locked.
posted by
A-and-B
on July 13, 2007 at 2:44 PM
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Julia...
Do they share your same last name? If so...it seems to me that it is a pretty common name. I know I probably wouldn't make the connection because it is a name you hear quite frequently. I think your fears would be more justified if your last name was something unusual like Bundy, or Dommer, names you don't hear every day. Just a thought.
posted by
A_Norseman
on July 13, 2007 at 2:42 PM
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riri--
nice to "see" you and your little kitty cat, too. LOL.
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 12:32 PM
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rcky--
I will, thanks.
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 12:31 PM
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posted by
riri0322
on July 13, 2007 at 10:20 AM
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dave, lol--
but in this case, banger makes sense because the cars smash into each other!
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 10:14 AM
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Yes, Julia, 'Banger' is 3 things over here:
- a battered old car
- a sausage
- a firework
Not incredibly relevant to the post any longer, but still, you like words, so there you go.
posted by
_dave_says_ack_
on July 13, 2007 at 10:04 AM
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That's fine Julia..when and if you are ready just let me know.....
he's not going anywhere.
posted by
RckyMtnActivist
on July 13, 2007 at 10:03 AM
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rcky--
okay thanks. I am interested but not sure if this is the right time. Not so much financially but "evolutionarily" --that's probably not a word but I think you know what I mean?
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 10:01 AM
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Last I checked he charges $90 for a 60-90 minute recording on
cassette. He can do this by mail and you can send in questions for him to cover when he does the reading. I may be able to get you a 10% discount.
posted by
RckyMtnActivist
on July 13, 2007 at 9:56 AM
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rcky--
what does he charge for it?
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 9:53 AM
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Holy cow..did I screw up that typing....LOL. but you know what I meant.
posted by
RckyMtnActivist
on July 13, 2007 at 9:52 AM
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Julia...Yes I do so if you so are ever interested....... He's amazing!
posted by
RckyMtnActivist
on July 13, 2007 at 9:51 AM
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rcky--
I know, I may well be the only one who thinks of it, and part of me has to wonder what that is all about, "who I am" that it has to keep coming into my mind. (see, I didn't say "why"--lol).
I don't know how my nephews feel, I've never spoken of it with them. As for the karma I agree with you it would be interesting. Didn't you say you had a friend who does Akashic readings?
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 9:49 AM
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Dotty Dave--
hey, nice to see you! I've never heard of Banger Racing, isn't banger a British word? I'll have to check into correcting the info on Wiki.
posted by
Julia.
on July 13, 2007 at 9:45 AM
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Geesh, I don't know what to say Julia. It would be easy to say it's time
to move on...but I'm NOT in your shoes. I think maybe sometimes like at the racetrack when you heard your nephews name called you immediatly wondered if all the people's thoughts went to your brother (like having a zit that you think everyone is looking at but nobody notices but you). Probably some did but I bet the majority did not. It was a long time ago and I believe maybe the younger ones are not so aware. I know living in small town makes it even more difficult to move on. How are your nephews about this family history? You know at the end of the day who cares what people think? You should only care about what your friends and family think and not people you don't give a rat's ass about. I would love to hear about your brother's past lives....some serious karma there. 
posted by
RckyMtnActivist
on July 13, 2007 at 9:33 AM
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Julia, your nephews are creating the new legacy, the one that will grow and supercede. The more they get in the news the better.
As for the inaccuracies on Wikipedia, isn't the idea there that any reader can update entries where false information has been published.
On a tangent, we call it 'Banger Racing' over here in addition to 'Stock Car'. Do you?
posted by
_dave_says_ack_
on July 13, 2007 at 9:25 AM
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