Nothing Personal Here

[Schmika]

I just wanted to throw this in here. I get pretty passionate about a lot of the subjects in Fred's. I want EVERYONE to know that I appreciate the camraderie and willingness to "let it all out".

It is obvious that we all have a plethora (I like that word) of opinions on many issues. Some of us seem to agree with others, only to find out on a different issue we are at each others throats.

I do not think less of ANY of you for your opinions. Just like a true family, blood is thicker than water. And less gasoline is better than more gasoline.

I am positive I could meet any of you over a cup of coffee or a drink of an adult beverage and enjoy the conversation.

We have A LOT in common, particularly the interest to go on a Prius site and post our thoughts for everyone else to see.

If you risk nothing, you are guaranteed to get nothing...if you risk anything, you could potentially gain the world.

To sum up....I love ya' man!

[Mystery Squid]

I whole heartedly agree!

[slortz]

I whole heartedly disagree ...with the options between coffee or an "adult beverage." I just want a Coke...now give us a kiss.

[hyo silver]

Originally posted by Schmika@Dec 1 2005, 04:02 PM
To sum up....I love ya' man!

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Not so close, Schmika, I hardly know ya.

I don't mind at all if you choose to disagree - in fact it makes for livelier discussion - so long as you stick to the points, and aren't trying to stick it to me. Debate the merits of the idea, not the demerits of the idea-er.

I appreciate your sentiments, and I will try to put this nicely...um...your religious fervour makes me uncomfortable. As a confirmed atheist, I find it offensive when someone offers to pray for me or says god loves me. So, there's my risk. No hard feelings?

Sure, we'd all get along better if we started with what we agree on, instead of focussing on our differences. I'll give it a try.

[jayman]

Originally posted by Schmika@Dec 1 2005, 04:02 PM
I do not think less of ANY of you for your opinions.  Just like a true family, blood is thicker than water.  And less gasoline is better than more gasoline.

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Mike:

Well, if somebody is bothered by an opinion, they shouldn't enter into a situation where that opinion may be expressed. It's healthy to give-and-take, some folks though can only give.

Sadly, you will eventually find yourself in a circular discussion that is better dropped. Facts, figures, etc, have no meaning, just closely-held beliefs. There are folks out there who still believe the Earth is flat, what do you do? Just smile and slowly walk away.

In your line of work, I'm sure you already have enough career experience with loonies to have earned an honarary Ph.D. in Psychology. Pop quiz: with an irrational and potentially dangerous person, do you "correct" their blabbering or do you act in a calm and kind manner? I bet you know the answer.

Try to deal with engineers all day long. We can agree on a very complex project, right down to the most insignificant detail, but will get into heated arguements at the coffee shop over flavorings.

jay

[tripp]

I've enjoyed some of the heated discussions. Particularly Squid's latest poll. What I don't like is the format for such debates. Message boards are great, don't get me wrong, but many of these subjects are best tackled over a couple of pints, face to face. Printed text is tricky because one (I at least) tend to read someone else's post with an anticipated tone. All the emoticons in the world don't really convey that like tone of voice and facial expressions.

Still, until airfare is free and everyone gets 6 mo vaction every year I don't think we'll be getting together to disucss these things. Probably for the best. I don't think my liver could take it.

[jayman]

Originally posted by tripp@Dec 1 2005, 06:59 PM
Still, until airfare is free and everyone gets 6 mo vaction every year I don't think we'll be getting together to disucss these things. Probably for the best. I don't think my liver could take it. 

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Why don't why try to badger the voting public to make it happen? You never know, we might pull it off!

Though I'm also waiting for the medical field to perfect cloning of important things like hearts and livers.

[geologyrox]

theres a country song out there called 'I think the world needs a drink' that is pretty suitable =)

[Mystery Squid]

Too bad we couldn't all meet up and duke it out in the Octagon.

[Mystery Squid]

Originally posted by tripp@Dec 1 2005, 07:59 PM
I've enjoyed some of the heated discussions. Particularly Squid's latest poll. What I don't like is the format for such debates. Message boards are great, don't get me wrong, but many of these subjects are best tackled over a couple of pints, face to face. Printed text is tricky because one (I at least) tend to read someone else's post with an anticipated tone. All the emoticons in the world don't really convey that like tone of voice and facial expressions.

Still, until airfare is free and everyone gets 6 mo vaction every year I don't think we'll be getting together to disucss these things. Probably for the best. I don't think my liver could take it. 

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I fully agree, it's sooo easy to get into a semantics pissing match.