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Factor
Yes, you did.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 9, 2006 at 4:06 PM
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Wow, I must have missed
some week. Even avant has something to say about the goings on here...
posted by
FactorFiction
on July 9, 2006 at 3:24 PM
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TAPS
I think the friendships we share here have more impact than most people realize. Thank you.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:53 AM
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What a great post, Avant-garde. I don't know if you changed anyone by sharing your inspirational reflections, but you sure gave us something to think about at times.
posted by
TAPS.
on July 7, 2006 at 11:44 AM
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Rcky
Thank you. That's reassuring. Butterscotch is doing great, by the way.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:36 AM
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Bel
Thank you. You're a great person, I believe.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:36 AM
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Hey Avant...how did I miss this post?
All I can say is that from witnessing your writing and your comments...you walk the talk....you lead by example......!
posted by
RckyMtnActivist
on July 7, 2006 at 11:33 AM
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Avant
We are all better for having you here with us.
posted by
bel_1965
on July 7, 2006 at 11:32 AM
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GE
I think just by being yourself, you can have more of an impact than if you tried to save someone from himself.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:31 AM
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Jacenta
Thank you. You're very kind.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:30 AM
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Rumored
Thank you for stopping by and leaving your remark.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:30 AM
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Cee
That's good to hear. Thanks!
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:29 AM
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Sannhet
You have been a paragon of peace here. I'm honored to know you, even if only tangentially.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:29 AM
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Wiley
And, that's exactly the way you come across here. I have great respect for you.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:28 AM
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Mason
Thank you, my friend.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:27 AM
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Trevor
Why, thank you. I'm beginning to think so myself.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:27 AM
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Bright Irish
That's a very nice thing to say. Thanks!
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:26 AM
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Whacky
I have grown fond of your visits. Thank you.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:26 AM
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Samhain
More and more, I believe this, too. I've seen it work miracles, when anything other than compassion would only add fuel to the discord. Thank you.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:25 AM
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Blanche
Thanks. You're very kind. I think you have a healthy respect for people here, despite what takes place in the thick of things.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:24 AM
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blackcat
Thank you. I felt a need to speak out.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 7, 2006 at 11:23 AM
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AVANT
Excellent post! I, personally, could not agree more! We are all sojourners on this planet together. We should be able even to correct each other with courtesy and respect.
Gerald
posted by
GEPRUITT
on July 7, 2006 at 1:19 AM
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avant-garde
posted by
jacentaOld
on July 6, 2006 at 9:12 PM
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avant-..I totally agree..thanks for sharing this post..:)
posted by
Rumor
on July 6, 2006 at 8:43 PM
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avant-
I agree that civility, kindness, and honesty from the heart is what makes us free beings, basing what we have to say on love and not fear. I always marvel at how you say SO much with such simplicity and complexity. I am always thoughtful and introspective after I read your blog. Excellent post as always!
Cee
posted by
LadyCeeMarie
on July 6, 2006 at 8:33 PM
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Avant -
Wiley stole my line, kind of. I was going to say I'd rather be a lover than a fighter. Humility always succeeds.
posted by
sannhet
on July 6, 2006 at 8:09 AM
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avant-garde
Another great post mon ami. I would rather be a lover than waste time on arguments and mean spirited things
posted by
WileyJohn
on July 6, 2006 at 6:45 AM
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...great post!... and we all thank for sharing with us.. we've all grown..
posted by
MasonGarrett
on July 5, 2006 at 10:01 PM
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I think it is much more important to be able to set a good example than to be able to win an argument. You have been such an example I think...
posted by
Trevor_Cunnington
on July 5, 2006 at 9:28 PM
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avant-garde
Very nice post .. I believe that you have all these qualities and that is why it is easy to find the truth and inspiration in your writing..
posted by
BrightIrish
on July 5, 2006 at 8:14 PM
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Ther is always something interesting here that's for sure!
posted by
Whacky
on July 5, 2006 at 7:01 PM
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Avant, I wonder how often, if ever, someone changes another's fundamental beliefs by argument, disputation or even dialogue. Being kind, polite, compassionate, even-handed are far greater accomplishments with far greater results than 'winning' a debate. I aspire (and fail miserably) to live up to this code. A great post! Samhain_Moon 
posted by
syzygy
on July 5, 2006 at 5:27 PM
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Avant-Garde,
"The people who most impress me here are those who are cordial, cooperative, open-minded, and kind"
These are inspirational words, Avant-Garde, thank you. I'll strive to live up to them. I do value kindness in others, so why should I not practice myself. Having heart is more important than intellect, although I think, like the Wizard of Oz, the quest to develop courage, mind, heart, and find our way back to our real home is a valuable quest. I will strive, furthermore, to recogmize that deliberate provocation is no reason to let go with both barrels, that perhaps, the greatest challenge is to learn to forigve cluelessness and deliberate malice in others as a sign of a weakness I should be compassionate of. Great post, Avant-Garde.
Your intregriy on this site has given you a voice worth listening to.
posted by
Blanche.
on July 5, 2006 at 5:03 PM
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very good post!!! I agree. : )
posted by
-blackcat
on July 5, 2006 at 5:00 PM
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