Yep. No-one knows truely about anyone else on here, and I get really upset when I see what bullying goes on to some vulnerable people. Its shameful, which is why I took a day off yesterday. I see nothing has changed, and its a pity.
I dont think TH meant any harm either. I think he WAS trying to maybe lighten the mood, yes. He had good intent, I am certain.
After this unfortunate incident, I think it showes clearly that making light of a situation by making a joke is harmless when you KNOW the OP, or know the poster. If you know them, and know their sense of humor, you can maybe get away with it. If you dont, which is what happened on this occasion, is to maybe play it safe and dont make a joke that could end up backfiring.
I have also suffered from depression in my life, and it is a prickly subject and one not easily understood by those who have never experienced it. I chose not to post about it, partly because it is private, partly because it is in the past and last but not least, because too much personal info is something I no longer give out because as I said in another thread, "it can come back to bite you in the butt". I share with my friends when and if I chose to.
Being another Legal Eagle like yourself, I find these subjects interesting.
I think, in this day and age, the "So help me God" is simply a symbol. A symbol of the fact that you know the seriousness of the situation, the penalties for perjury and the consequences if found to be lying. It is an phrase set in law, and therefore is required.
From reading Eagle's post, I think what she meant was by TH removing his profile, he INADVERTENTLY turned the thread around. In an attempt to divert attention away from his unfortunate remark, (which I truely dont think he meant in any other than a bad joke), some use it as a way to make him a "martyr" instead of being a TRUE friend, and saying "well, yes, the remark WAS a little out of order and maybe he shouldnt have said it", and then left it at that.
It happens alot on here; the real offenders do not get what they should. I have lost count at the amount of "bad joke" comments I have seen here, which have resulted in BANS. PERMANENTLY.
As regards Eagle, it sounds like she is indeed going through a bad time, and probably regrets her comments now. However, that doesnt mean she said anything wrong, and certainly does not deserve some of the sentiments directed toward here here. I am not talking about you personally, BB, but in general.
Personally, I think TH would have felt better if he had stuck around, but thats just me.
As regards this being 'contrived'..by WHOM? Bloody ridiculous around here right now, absolutely bloody ridiculous. GROW UP, the lot of you who are red-thumbing out of spite, making up conspiracies, and generally being Inspector Clouseau but without the ability to be funny.
Get a grip. This is a MEANT to be a fun place to be; not the nigtly venue for the local Backstabbers Annoymous meet.
I dont go into a thread creation with the idea in my head that I will ban anyone. I do my upmost to retain flow of speech and opinions, even if I dont like the words.
The only time I have ever banned anyone from any thread of mine is if I truely feel they are simply in it to cause trouble. Otherwise, I do my best to keep it real.
What struck me in the programme was the subject of dress came up several times.
Now, as much as I believe that each and every one of us has the right to dress as we choose, there is no doubt that in this particular scenario the onlookers "judged" this woman by the fact she had a short skirt on and a plunging top, and seemed less willing to help out.
From watching the show, it was interesting to see how many people just stood by in situations like this, obviously not wanting to get involved. The Bystander Syndrome.
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Love the pic..
RE: why wont anyone accept me?
I agree, BB. To your whole post.Its just a shame when other members jump on the situation and use it as just another opportunity to have a good ole
TH chose to leave, and no doubt, TH will choose to return. When he is ready.