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misstilliewillie
True Blue Farmgirl
136 Posts
glory
Tennessee
USA
136 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 29 2008 : 10:04:27 PM
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This is my last post. My feelings aren't hurt, I just don't want to participate any longer.
This week was the 88th Anniversary of Women's Right to Vote. I thought that was a reason for celebration! I thought a woman VP was a reason to celebrate...no matter whether you are a Dem or GOP. It's exciting times! Both parties are making history!
I thought this forum was open for women to talk to women. I guess I thought talk about just anything, really. I had no idea that one woman couldn't express herself without getting shut down by other women. I thought this was a sisterhood. I see now it's not. It's just the same old thing. Censorship and an unwillingness to be open to an idea that is not your own. Who needs that?
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one_dog_per_acre
True Blue Farmgirl
1572 Posts
Trish
Sandpoint
ID
USA
1572 Posts |
Posted - Aug 29 2008 : 11:50:22 PM
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This is a wonderul place, filled with wonderful women who support and teach each other. A political forum, it is not. You were not censored, your replies were not deleted.
This site is sponsored by a business. Politics is a loaded topic. It is hard to voice your political opinion with out stepping on toes, or having others assume your beliefs, which nobody really needs to know. It can breed negativity, and a chance that others won't want to be part of this forum either. In the end, it only really hurts MJF.
Sorry to lose you so soon, It's a shame that you will have to miss out on all of the wonderful women here. Even if you never post again, I encourage you to be , "a lurker." There are always useful recipes and ideas being shared, cool etsy and craft links, and humor and friendship.
Try these forums, full of thousands of people who would love to talk about Sarah Palin.
www.politicalcrossfire.com
www.thepoliticalforum.com
Trish
Farmgirl Sister #91
Make cupcakes not war!
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CabinCreek-Kentucky
True Blue Farmgirl
8529 Posts
Frannie
Green County
Kentucky
USA
8529 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 12:09:11 AM
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Glory Darlin' .. please stay ... i personally, have enjoyed your enthusiasm and all your postings. On every forum i belong to .. i sometimes agree .. i sometimes disagree .. sometimes i stay firm in my beliefs/opinons .. and indeed, sometimes, i have listened and learned and changed my beliefs and opinions when friends share with a kind and caring heart. Above all, i honor every opinion that everyone holds close to their heart regardless of whether or not i believe the same. I do believe that respectfully sharing our opinions, ideas, beliefs, sadness/sorrow, happiness/joy .. our stories .. is what makes us become 'true friends'. xo, frannie
True Friends * KENTUCKY FRANNIE
adopt a 'rag-chile'
http://sistermercysfoundlinhome.blogspot.com
treasures .. new and olde .. http://mudpiemanormercantile.blogspot.com
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 12:10:23 AM
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Glory..even though you are new..you WILL be missed. I hope you decide to stay.
Jenny in Utah
Proud Farmgirl sister #24
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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Auntie Brenda
True Blue Farmgirl
168 Posts
Brenda
Boerne
Texas
USA
168 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 06:23:54 AM
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Hi Glory,
I haven't had the pleasure of chatting with you and I am sorry you feel the way you do about the forum. I couldn't find the post you are speaking about. I'm confused :o/ on the censorship part...if you look at all your posts it appears they were edited by you. Did you remove your posts or did the moderator do it? I'm new to this so I am in the dark about the censorship part. I hope you change your mind.
Brenda
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Edited by - Auntie Brenda on Aug 30 2008 06:25:27 AM |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
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frannie
True Blue Farmgirl
2246 Posts
fran
bonham
texas
USA
2246 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 07:21:12 AM
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glory, i wish that you would stay here on the site. it is a wonderful place and the exchange of wisdom and ideas is wonderful here.
i do have the feeling that this is not the forum for the passionate exchange of political ideas, or to discuss heartfelt feelings of spirituality.
i come here to network with other women and find that those of us with similar feelings seem to gravitate to one another, but there does seem to be an attempt here not to exclude of discount the validity of women who hold different views. for that reason it does seem that those two subjects politics and religion are not discussed here.
i agree with that, and when i want to vent my beliefs or feelings on these subjects i go to other forums.
i do think there could be women here that might want to discuss these subjects but i have been here a while and it seems that in a pretty polite way, folks have just stayed away from those topics.
so i wish that you would remain here and contribute in what ever way you like, but just understand that everyone may not be eager to post about every topic.
love
frannie in texas
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sleepless reader
True Blue Farmgirl
1022 Posts
CA
USA
1022 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 07:21:24 AM
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In "Forum Decorum" we are urged to "be cautious" when posting so called "hot-topics" like politics and religion. I, for one feel that every post about the VP nominee was cautious and appropriate. What I read was more support for a woman getting the nomination than any hot-button political statements. I think there have been other postings over the years that have escalated to something just short of ugly; I'm sure that's why this one was being reminded to be careful.As a mom, I know I have , at times, reprimanded my children too harshly for a minor thing, or something they didn't even know was not appropriate... Maybe take it as that. We all get hurt feelings from time to time, it's the way of the world.
Glory, there is a BIG difference between censorship and staying within the comfort level of the group you have joined.I see that your post has been locked and I'm sure that's to keep the rest of us from truning this into something we'd regret. You can perceive that as censorship, or as keeping peace... We are ALL being told to cool our jets on this. We can all learn from this. Stick around a while. I think you'll be glad you did.
Sharon
Farmgirl Sister #74
Life is messy. Wear your apron! |
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Jami
True Blue Farmgirl
1238 Posts
Jami
Ellensburg
WA
USA
1238 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 10:26:24 AM
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I haven't read your posts on politics nor gotten to know you yet, Glory, but if you feel you don't want to participate any longer, that is the beauty of a forum. You can join and unjoin and do what's best for you. Sorry I missed your posts...I can't keep up with them all so just do my fave's and skip the rest. Best wishes on your journey and if it leads you back here, looking forward to it!
Jami in WA
Farmgirl Sister #266
http://woolyinwashington.wordpress.com/ |
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mommom
True Blue Farmgirl
854 Posts
Susan
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
USA
854 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 11:30:01 AM
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
2391 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 4:48:55 PM
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Glory, I am so sorry for what ever has happened. I do honestly hope you will stay and get to know more of the ladies. I can't comment on what happened because I don't know, but speaking for myself I would like to get to know you better! Sometime there are topics that are a little sensitive, but I think we all need to respect each others opinions and realize that we can't possibly agree on everything. I personally am excited too! I do hope you will stay!
Monica
Farmgirls Rule!
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lilwing
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Brooke
Fulshear
Texas
USA
1403 Posts |
Posted - Aug 30 2008 : 5:34:03 PM
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Glory, please don't leave. This is a place I have always felt very comfortable in. We've always been very loving here and I love it. It's a shame that you feel you must leave as I have never felt that way. Don't let a couple of opinions of others keep you from having a wonderful time here and learning so many wonderful things. I think your post was great and _I feel_ should be no reason to quiet you.
I do think this is a sisterhood and I am sorry others were so abrupt with you and you being new ...I can understand where you're coming from. Give it another shot, okay?
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"The Higher the Hair, The Closer to Jesus!" - Paula Deen
http://maggie.ecrater.com
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http://www.myspace.com/hh_reiki
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misstilliewillie
True Blue Farmgirl
136 Posts
glory
Tennessee
USA
136 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 2:41:08 PM
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Well, maybe I was being a little pouty! How unattractive of me...My Dad is a minister, and they call it at his church "being up the miff tree". I suppose I was perched on the top branch!
I take back my hasty remarks and am filled with contrition.
My heartfelt thanks to the ones of you that took the time to send me emails...it really meant a lot. And especially the last one I received. It touched my heart.
I have also gone and read the new member tips, and vow to never dicuss politics or religion on this forum. (did I hear a sign of relief?)
And also make a solemn vow to try and avoid any further poutiness at all costs!
~Blessings all around~ |
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CabinCreek-Kentucky
True Blue Farmgirl
8529 Posts
Frannie
Green County
Kentucky
USA
8529 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 3:25:30 PM
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OH GLORY HALLELUJAH! WELCOME BACK GURLFREN!!!!!!!!!
i was sooooooo hopin' that you were peekin' in to see how truly sorry we all were if we hadn't been friendlier and kinder to a new sister!!! oh yeahhhhhh! i am so lookin' forward to hearing more from you gurlfren .. you seem like such a wonderfully fun and exhubertant lovin-life kinda' gurlfren! xoxoxo, frannie
True Friends * KENTUCKY FRANNIE
adopt a 'rag-chile'
http://sistermercysfoundlinhome.blogspot.com
treasures .. new and olde .. http://mudpiemanormercantile.blogspot.com
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
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mommom
True Blue Farmgirl
854 Posts
Susan
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
USA
854 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 3:52:22 PM
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Marcy
True Blue Farmgirl
2701 Posts
Marcy
Tiverton
Rhode Island
USA
2701 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 3:56:43 PM
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Glad you decided to stay, Glory! Looking forwards to getting to know you better.
Take care,
Marcy
Farmgirl #170
Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.
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lilwing
True Blue Farmgirl
1403 Posts
Brooke
Fulshear
Texas
USA
1403 Posts |
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
2164 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 4:08:30 PM
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Glad you are staying Glory, welcome.
Warmly
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
"Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly." The Dalai Lama |
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bushelnpeck
True Blue Farmgirl
262 Posts
Debbie
Sparks
Nv
USA
262 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 5:36:24 PM
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Yeah! Good news that you are staying with us. I hope that this will be the new beginning of a long and wonderful time of being here, concentrating on the fellowship and encouragement to be had here. It took great courage to say your feelings and then to say you were sorry and I respect you so much for that...so go get your apron, while we get ours...Debbie
Farmgirl Sister #324
duty makes us do things, but love, makes us do things beautifully... |
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oldfashioned girl
True Blue Farmgirl
2391 Posts
monica
oatman
az
USA
2391 Posts |
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berryhill
True Blue Farmgirl
132 Posts
Linda
Troy
TN
USA
132 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 6:51:44 PM
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Glory,
Simply fabulous!
Linda |
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Back Home Again
True Blue Farmgirl
584 Posts
Audrey
Albuquerque
New Mexico
USA
584 Posts |
Posted - Aug 31 2008 : 8:38:31 PM
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Glory .... so Wonderful that you have reconsidered and will be staying! Being passionate about things is such an important part of being human!! I'm very much looking forward to getting to know you!
Until Later,
Audrey
~ Side by side or miles apart....dear friends are always close to the heart ~ |
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chessie
True Blue Farmgirl
403 Posts
Karen
Vista
CA
USA
403 Posts |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
11381 Posts |
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