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calebs
i was thinking about that yesterday. many times i have to say no to my children, because i know what the outcome will be. but, at the same time, i cannot imagine things are going to hurt them and then prepare them. that would not be love. it is a very fine line, between a real consequence and an imagined fear.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 4, 2005 at 12:40 AM
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What's the difference
between "tough love" and just being tough? It seems to me if you confront someone not to make them feel small or inferior but to build them up or protect them... then it is love. It may not feel like it at the time.. but the purpose and desire is for the good of the other.
posted by
calebs_blogger
on August 3, 2005 at 6:51 PM
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avant
posted by
MysticGmekeepr
on August 3, 2005 at 4:31 PM
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no problem...
i will:)
posted by
Marshallengraved
on August 3, 2005 at 1:28 PM
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sannhet
and you are one of my favorite, too. thanks.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 3, 2005 at 1:13 PM
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metta
that's so true. i spent a lot of my life thinking, 'why should i love, when so much hurt has been doled out?' but, i was only working to my own detriment. slowly, i'm working my way out of the darkness.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 3, 2005 at 1:12 PM
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isa
that's nice. he's a good guy. i forgot you two were close to each other. tell him i said hi.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 3, 2005 at 1:09 PM
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mystic
i know you've been hurt. your e-mail after i'd left helped me reconsider my actions, and what purpose they served. i decided to return and practice what i preach, and as a result i have grown. i pray for your healing.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 3, 2005 at 1:03 PM
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Avant -
Thanks for being one of my favorite teachers.
posted by
sannhet
on August 3, 2005 at 12:16 PM
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insightful post...
I think one of the greatest challenges is receiving in love that which was not given to us in love - the lessons that we ourselves can learn in a challenging situation like that is immeasurable - but not easy...
posted by
Metta
on August 3, 2005 at 10:31 AM
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avant garde
I have chatted with Voyager and he told me to greet you from him:)
i have met Voyager in person in March this year...he is a real nice person...
posted by
Marshallengraved
on August 3, 2005 at 10:29 AM
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avant
thank you so much for the lovely gentle post on love and tolerance. I have allowed myself to be so wounded over this intolerance and judgement...i feel deeply distressed, to the point of considering leaving blogit. I know it is my response and my ancient issues, but it doesn't hurt any less. thanks for your continued kindness toward all.
posted by
MysticGmekeepr
on August 3, 2005 at 9:13 AM
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sincerity anna
it's so easy to see, but so hard to implement.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 3, 2005 at 8:10 AM
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thanks, isa
have a great day.
posted by
avant-garde
on August 3, 2005 at 8:10 AM
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Avant,
You are so right on...I couldn't agree more...a beautiful post indeed...
posted by
SincerityAnna
on August 3, 2005 at 6:18 AM
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great article...
posted by
Marshallengraved
on August 3, 2005 at 5:14 AM
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