ROLL CALL AND THREE QUESTIONS FOR _ALL_ MEMBERS - Tina :)

Posted May 22, 2009 · May 22, 2009

Hi Tina,

I won't say my feeling are hurt, but I am really sad about this. Of course you

needed to speak out - and thank you for doing so. You know, I tend to be

outspoken myself (er, you noticed!) and I admire that in others, so we'd

probably get on just fine Something else: some of my strongest critics are

among our most valued members! So don't be shy - just jump in and have fun here,

okay? (And no I wouldn't dream of removing you from the group - never happen -

as long as comments are constructive, eh?)

Best love, Pat

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" As long as you derive inner help and comfort from anything, keep it. " Mahatma

Gandhi.

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I joined this group because I wanted to eat better and thought going veggie was

a good step in the right direction. I joined for the recipes, but also for

support, advice, and fellowship from experienced veggies. I mostly lurk, partly

because I don't have any experience or recipes to share, but also because I am

concerned that I will plant my foot firmly in my mouth.

Quite honestly, I feel that I need to guard carefully what I say, because I

perceive a lot of antagonism towards myself and others who may hold different

beliefs. I understand perfectly what the purpose of this group is and that you

have the absolute right to run it in any fashion that pleases you. If I may

offer a suggestion, though, it would be that honey draws more flies than

vinegar. I know it is in your hearts to reach people with your message, but the

way you go about it at times causes me to want to run quickly in the other

direction for fear of being pierced by your sarcastic darts.

I understand if you wish to remove me from your group, and I'll go quietly.

But, since you asked, I felt that I should give my true reasons for lurking. I

wish the very best to all of you.

Tina

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