I’m cool with that. Blog on!

I think I told you once, everytime I read Bene Diction I have this mental image of a bald Italian man. The kind of guy you’d see in a movie telling you that you’re too skinny, eat some more pasta….

But that’s just me. I don’t mean it in a bad way, I’m just a bit too visual. BTW, you’re welcome to meet anyone in my office anytime you need to.

I believe someone around here says it best:
Blog on!

You’ll be iqnored.
This is a fight you can’t finish unless you walk away. People have spoken up to Joshua about his rudeness to bloggers and readers many times.
Some see things for what they are, and leave in frustration and disgust.
Thing is, Joshua doesn’t know my identity.
I’ve addressed that clearly.
Age is unimportant.

His comment threads deteriorated far more quickly than usual this time.
It would be interesting to meet with him in your office. Thank you for the offer, he’d be in for a shock.:^) Blog on!

PS: 27/03/04 4:35 pm I used the word ‘manic’ in this comment and it was interpreted medically. I agree it was inappropriate, it’s deleted, and I apologize to Joshua Claybourn and his friends for any offense.

As bloggers we are read by people from all over the world. Some things aren’t universally funny, many more are. Some humour is inappropriate.
What I as a Canadian might find funny might offend someone in Europe. I don’t need to laugh at their expense.
I don’t censor my comment section. If and when I offend someone, I’ll keep short accounts. I can hold a belief or opinion without attacking others.
If you see my post as over the top, I offer you my apology.
If you browse my archives you’ll see a lot of merriment, but not at someone’s expense except mine.
Working with abused children is quite the calling.
Good for you and good for you for keeping your sense of humour healthy. Thanks. I’m glad you commented.

However, not all things are funny. Not all things are good to be laughed at. There IS such a thing as innappropriate humor. That’s what we’re trying to say.

I work with kids who have been terribly abused. I see a lot of crap. I don’t see the blood all over the place, but I see plenty of emotional ruin, which can be just as bad. It’s what I do for a living. I signed up for it.

But if you don’t laugh, you’ll cry.
God doesn’t want us wallowing in life’s miseries. Live life abundantly. As abundantly as you can, anyway.

It’s often hard for me to do this, with the things I’ve seen (and been through). I struggle with depression. I do understand where you’re coming from.

Anyone who mocks someone like your child or grandchildren has amply demonstrated their character. In my gut, I wish a “John Wayne” response to such people was still socially acceptable.

Violence is a powerful tool. As such, it is prone to being misused. Some people say violence is never the answer. Sometimes a violent response to stop an evil act is the best answer.

You know, that’s the kind of guy my dad taught me to smack right across the face. But dad was big on, “You can’t start a fight, young lady, but you darn sure can finish it.”

This road seems sadly familar, doesn’t it?

Oh well - will see what happens.