Posted by Dr. Bob on October 13, 2013, at 22:40:52
In reply to Re: support » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on October 12, 2013, at 8:45:07
> I just can't support either Dr.Bob or the deputies carrying out policies which I felt were destructive to the well- being of the community.
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> Twinleaf> I appreciate your desire to help us feel supported, Dr. Bob. But I fear your efforts might lead to more pain for us as people explain why they can't give it.
You may be right.
> My wish would only be for people to give up already on mentioning us in any complaints against current management.
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> The unkindnesses to us are far less than they once were. But it's like water on stone. The constant drip drip drip of negative comments.
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> Must people bring it up again and again and again? It isn't necessary to say whatever is in one's mind. If it is no longer relevant, why continue to mention it? The only result is to cause pain among present and former deputies. If that's not the goal, then why bother?
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> DinahThe goal could be to improve Babble. Making it better for everyone might outweigh causing some people some pain. I feel that way myself at times. A civil community is better for everyone, so it's OK to cause some people some pain by blocking them, for example.
Bob
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