Re: civil discourse (was Re: PAW: Temptation of Eve, the three shot series)

[Stan Halpin]

I usually avoid getting into one of these side-bar discussions. But I 
do want to note here that I am very impressed and appreciative that Bob 
B. and Tom C. and others have been able to express their objections 
without screaming, yelling, or accusing anyone of being the devil in 
disguise. And people by and large have responded to their objections 
without invective, distortion, or any of the other verbal spices that 
so often lead to verbal blows on this forum. Antonio, there is a model 
here you could learn from.

And since I have gotten started... Bob, Tom, one thing you might want 
to reflect on that may make you more comfortable with the image of the 
last supper: a famous painter once misrepresented a scene that is 
portrayed in the Gospels. The image is not the truth. The Word is the 
truth. And so now someone has done a parody of that false image to make 
a point about their own beliefs. Maybe you could celebrate that there 
is someone who is actively exploring and displaying their beliefs 
rather than rejecting the person and their art because it makes you 
feel uncomfortable.

Stan
On Jul 13, 2004, at 2:47 PM, Bob Blakely wrote:
Thanks! I appreciate hearing your opinion. It differs from mine, but 
you're
entitled to it. Knowing other folks opinions is a Privilege. After 
all, they
don't have to tell you.

Regards,
Bob...
From: "Cotty" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

On 13/7/04, Bob Blakely, discombobulated, offered:
"Can't we have a forum for discussion about photography where we 
don't
bombard each other with sexual images? Is that to much to ask?"

Now, the preceding was a request. It was only a request. It was not a
demand. Again, failure to honor the request will not result in any 
form
of
discipline. Again, the request may be ignored. In fact you have my
permission to ridicule me for stating it.
Okay Bob:
RIDICULOUS!!!!
Here's my request:
I think things work pretty well the way things are, I haven't noticed 
any
bombardment of sexual images. I think anyone who considers posting 
images
of a similar nature in the future should not be discouraged.