Posted by Nadezda on December 16, 2008, at 10:21:41
In reply to I don't think that's ever been the claim here » caraher, posted by Racer on December 15, 2008, at 11:07:45
Racer, I'm very sorry to hear that. It certainly doesn't reflect my feelings. I very much appreciate the tact and concern shown by the deputies here. It's extraordinary and really moving to me, that there's real caring expressed, even when people are pbced and blocked,-- and, especially, I notice, when you believe the block may be hurtful.
I know it can be hurtful, or even isolating, to be pbc'ed or blocked, particularly now that the chat is much less popular a hang-out than it was at some times. But I have a lot of respect and good feelings about the deputies here, even when I may take issue with particular things. I just believe there's no way, with the best intentions in the world, that you guys can do that. And I do think you all feel concerned,, not punitive-- and are dedicated more to protecting people than punishing. To me, that always comes through, and is very comforting and re-affirming of my willlingness to be here.
I really feel a bit deprived, I guess, by your absence as a poster. I've always enjoyed knowing your thoughts. And I'm very distressed to know that these threads on admin are causing the deputies a lot of turmoil and heartache. I think that's something that needs to be addressed. Perhaps there are some who take a personal view of things. I hope not many. I know that I don't at all. And that, as I said, I would like to honor your contribution, not decry it.
Again, it's not because I agree with each and every action-- or absence of action-- but because each of you, as an individual person, seems like someone who has taken on a huge responsibility and carried it out with dedication and courage.
I would hate to think that you don't feel one of us, in any way--
I wish there was some way to reassure you, and others, that being part of the community is not something you should need to sacrifice to be a deputy.
Nadezda
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