Posted by IsoM on March 27, 2002, at 0:44:55
In reply to Re: Please be civil » Penny, posted by Dinah on March 27, 2002, at 0:05:19
Dear Dinah, your view of the world is a wonderful view to have. I don't see things as you do but that doesn't mean I can't understand why you see life like that. It's a beautiful way to look at things.
People need to understand that different views are just that - viewpoints. Look at the great works in music, literature, & art. Most intelligent people will agree that each work was created by an artistic genuis. That doesn't mean everyone needs to agree whether they enjoy the same works.
I believe it is the same with people's views. An intelligent person will base their view (or opinion) on certain facts & feelings that are unique to each individual. One's opinion is not necessarily better than another's. But we may be more inclined to agree with views that we hold similar feelings on.
Dinah, you've always been sweet & civil. Few people seem to realise that you are literally as you write. From their previous social interactions with others & past experiences dating back to early childhood, each person tends to interpret another's words in different ways. People look for interpretation in what you say - & there is none.
I don't want to sound harsh, but perhaps it may be better not to post for a while until you feel stable. If you'd like to read posts (or even comment), best to stick to just those people you know are innocuous. Please take care.
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