Chris wrote:
> If you'd met Debra, or Colin, you'd know that they're
> nice genuine people, who aren't out to hurt or offend
> anyone. They may well be out to defend their own views
> or right to expression, but not the the detriment, offence,
> and persecution of others.
>
Chris, THANK YOU for expressing what I just don't have the time or patience
to do right now with my brother being so ill. I am absolutely heartsick that
some people I really care for did not feel they could attend the fest because
of you, Marcel.
I have never had anything but positive interactions with you, and that is the
side I know from a personal standpoint. However, I cannot sit back and say
that your continue rude and insulting posts to others don't bother me. They
do. Very, very much. I have no room in my understanding why someone who is
*able* to be kind chooses not to. It *is* a choice. For whatever reason, you
have chosen to be very civil and nice to me. Of course, we will not always
agree with each other here, but I believe every single person on this list
deserves respect and kindness. PLEASE Marcel, stop the insulting and nasty
remarks. Frankly, it doesn't accomplish anything except to make *you* look
bad. I invite you to let the list see the side I have seen of you, and let
the "insulting side" go.
In the spirit of peace,
Ashara
