Posted by fallsfall on October 9, 2003, at 7:18:50
In reply to Why is this board so confusing at times?, posted by Searchlight on October 9, 2003, at 0:57:25
The volatile issue is only one piece of Babble. People are trying to work it through for themselves. They need to do that. They need to be able to do that. I send them hugs and ice cream for comfort.
We need to remember that that is the past, and this is the present. Those of us who started after the "incident" could help stabilize the board during this turmoil by using this board for the support and compassion it is known for.
Difficult things can play out here - this is the real world. Can we remember that the world is a big place, and not let one issue consume us? Particularly if you weren't involved. The best way that we can keep Babble a safe and supportive environment is to be safe and supportive. The good posts far outweigh the bad posts, the compassionate posters far outweigh the hurtful posters. The world is, on the whole, a good place - and so is Babble.
My heart goes out to those who are hurting, but my eye is on the future.
poster:fallsfall
thread:267106
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