Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Comments And Cliches
As you know, yesterday I stretched my neck out on the chopping block. I appreciate the fact that no one has (as of yet) swung the axe.
I do want to let everyone know that I welcome comments on my BLOG, even if they totally disagree with my viewpoint. As long as opinions are expressed in a respectful manner and there's no flaming or personal attacks, I will let the comment stand. Anonymous "hit and run" type comments will be deleted.
I can only see things from my own point of view. I might be able to stretch a bit to see things slightly differently, but maybe not drastically so. But, from time to time, I do change my mind or broaden my view on things - even at my age! So if you see things from a different vantage point, feel free to speak up.
I have some strong opinions about things, both in rabbits and outside of rabbits. I'm generally firm in my convictions and I know which things I've not yet made up my mind about. I am happy to share my views with a receptive audience. But I never, ever want to require people to agree with me.
"Agree to disagree" sometimes is viewed as a trite cliche. But I think it is an important tool in getting along and enjoying the good in relationships and opportunities. "Overlook what you can" is advice I often give my children. I think it's good advice for adults, too.
My very good friend Doug, a man I greatly respect and worked with for over a decade, used to give me this advice: "Play it straight." Especially when I was younger, I used to get really hot-headed about situations at work. He always advised me to take the high road and play things straight. He'd say that if the other side wanted to get ugly, let them do it alone.
I am pleased to see that there are those who are going to play it straight when touchy issues come up in our hobby. I haven't always done a good job of this in the past, but I have decided to do so in the future. I'm going to play it straight, overlook what I can, and agree to disagree.
I want to be able to stand at the judging table with both those who co-op and those who think that co-ops are not a good idea, and enjoy the day, joke around, support, celebrate, and have a good time.
Laurie Stroupe
The Nature Trail Rabbitry
"Holland Lops Of Distinction"
Precious Pet Rabbits
Pet Rabbit Care Information, Quality Pet Rabbit Breeders, and Rabbit Fun ¶ 9:59 AM
I do want to let everyone know that I welcome comments on my BLOG, even if they totally disagree with my viewpoint. As long as opinions are expressed in a respectful manner and there's no flaming or personal attacks, I will let the comment stand. Anonymous "hit and run" type comments will be deleted.
I can only see things from my own point of view. I might be able to stretch a bit to see things slightly differently, but maybe not drastically so. But, from time to time, I do change my mind or broaden my view on things - even at my age! So if you see things from a different vantage point, feel free to speak up.
I have some strong opinions about things, both in rabbits and outside of rabbits. I'm generally firm in my convictions and I know which things I've not yet made up my mind about. I am happy to share my views with a receptive audience. But I never, ever want to require people to agree with me.
"Agree to disagree" sometimes is viewed as a trite cliche. But I think it is an important tool in getting along and enjoying the good in relationships and opportunities. "Overlook what you can" is advice I often give my children. I think it's good advice for adults, too.
My very good friend Doug, a man I greatly respect and worked with for over a decade, used to give me this advice: "Play it straight." Especially when I was younger, I used to get really hot-headed about situations at work. He always advised me to take the high road and play things straight. He'd say that if the other side wanted to get ugly, let them do it alone.
I am pleased to see that there are those who are going to play it straight when touchy issues come up in our hobby. I haven't always done a good job of this in the past, but I have decided to do so in the future. I'm going to play it straight, overlook what I can, and agree to disagree.
I want to be able to stand at the judging table with both those who co-op and those who think that co-ops are not a good idea, and enjoy the day, joke around, support, celebrate, and have a good time.
Laurie Stroupe
The Nature Trail Rabbitry
"Holland Lops Of Distinction"
Precious Pet Rabbits
Pet Rabbit Care Information, Quality Pet Rabbit Breeders, and Rabbit Fun ¶ 9:59 AM
