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I'm surprising myself by starting this thread and I hope it won't cause further strife. I may not be able to explain myself well, but here goes nothing ...
Regarding the arguing of late, I've had the honour and opportunity to speak to, not all, but most of the ladies one-on-one. I've found them each to be wonderful, articulate, intelligent, insightful and caring individuals.
It's therefore unfortunate that a single topic has managed to incite such negative feelings to the point that rational discussion cannot be had. It hurts my heart to see such strong, wonderful women going up against one another in a manner which, on occasions, has been downright vicious.
Sometimes in reading the threads it's become very confusing as to who is trying to say what and I wonder if in the passion of voicing one's views that individual messages aren't getting los.
I'm not saying to stop the discussion of the topic, but perhaps to step away from it until cooler heads prevail.
Hugs and best to you all.
Regarding the arguing of late, I've had the honour and opportunity to speak to, not all, but most of the ladies one-on-one. I've found them each to be wonderful, articulate, intelligent, insightful and caring individuals.
It's therefore unfortunate that a single topic has managed to incite such negative feelings to the point that rational discussion cannot be had. It hurts my heart to see such strong, wonderful women going up against one another in a manner which, on occasions, has been downright vicious.
Sometimes in reading the threads it's become very confusing as to who is trying to say what and I wonder if in the passion of voicing one's views that individual messages aren't getting los.
I'm not saying to stop the discussion of the topic, but perhaps to step away from it until cooler heads prevail.
Hugs and best to you all.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
Honestly, I do a little of both. I try to discern the venting of an emotional or mentally challenged person,or a person just having a bad day, or a person that is just mean-spirited or acting like an as@#!
I also know that I have the control whether I want to allow anyone to pull me into a non-healthy thread/communication/converstaion. I do THINK before I reply, even though it is my nature sometimes to be rightious and jump right into those bit#hing brawls.
Sometimes I just log out. I think your last paragraph says it all. And itis exactly what my marriage councelor says--take a break. Come back when you are logical, because that is the only time you make sense anywho!!
Kudos--you're ont he right track girlfriend!!
Leslie
I can't help myself sometimes. I get wound up so easily and snap at people.
I never mean to offend, so if anyone ever think's I am out of line pm me and I will always try to take your comments on board.
I am never afraid to apologise if I have done wrong.