Posted by Dr. Bob on March 31, 2008, at 19:11:07
In reply to Re: please rephrase that. Star, posted by star008 on March 31, 2008, at 8:07:43
> I felt shamed and demeaned by the tone of the message.
Thanks, I think that's much more civil. But IMO the "by" still could have led her to feel accused, so even more civil might be:
> > I felt shamed and demeaned when I read the message.
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> thank you for the apology and sympathy at the loss of my brother. I think we have always looked to each other for support since you aren't around much. I know that there is no way you can be here and respond to everything all the time.
You're welcome, and thanks for understanding,
Bob
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