Posted by IsoM on April 7, 2003, at 21:13:18
In reply to Thanks for replying » IsoM, posted by OddipusRex on April 7, 2003, at 20:06:56
Yeah, we probably have many of the same ideals but different approaches to how they can be reached. It's easy to direct oneself, or try to raise one's children with at least similar ideals - it's impossible to get the world to think similarly (like tolerance & love). I bet our goals are very much the same - peace, happiness, security, stability, & everything that fosters life in a positive way. I know from reading your posts before, I've thought "good grief! is this what she thinks?" but I never commented. I preferred to keep on reading, trying to get a more rounded picture of who you are without jumping to conclusions. I'm hoping that I'm getting closer to 'seeing' you.
I must say your self-posts have made me laugh aloud! I believe that many people, despite differences, can genuinely grow fond of each other, if only conflict was minimized. I'm only human so first impressions has a strong impact on me. But I strive to reach beyond that & refuse to form any judgement over character or personality till I've got lots to base it on. And even then, I'm always ready to adjust my views. I'm glad you've posted those - it gave me a better glimpse of who you are.
I hope, sometimes, people will try to judge my heart (by my intentions). I know I've really said or done things stupidly when it was what I was meaning to at all - not nasty things but stupid stuff. You should hear me talk, off the cuff. Phrases often come out wrong. Thankfully, when people know me, it makes them laugh instead of wondering 'what the hell?' I could come up with quite a few examples that I laughingly remember. Like one friend said "Judy just opens her mouth to change feet." He was exaggerating, of course, but touching on the truth of it.
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