Posted by Dr. Bob on July 7, 2005, at 8:14:37
In reply to Re: directing » Dr. Bob, posted by crushedout on July 6, 2005, at 14:10:56
> What seems clear to you, often looks like mud to me.
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> I understand the need for rules and appreciate them. But I do live in fear I will somehow "mess up" without meaning to. I really miss my once "sharp" mind.
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> MidnightBlueI know, it can be like a minefield. When in doubt, just steer clear of those posts?
> Oh wait, I think maybe I understand now. You're allowed to use the person's name but not use the word "you" or otherwise make it sound like you are talking *to* the person who's DNP'd you. I.e., you can talk about them, but not to them. Do I understand correctly?
Right!
> If so, I agree with Mel that Larry's post did not include the word "you." Would use of the word "we" violate the DNP? He did use that.
It's tempting to base it on the use (or not) of specific words. But if he wasn't talking to Emmy, who was he talking to?
Bob
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