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To: Mike M who wrote (75784)	2/19/2003 7:30:53 PM
From: Condor	Respond to of 281500

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To: Mike M who wrote (75784)	2/19/2003 7:31:32 PM
From: Condor	Respond to of 281500

which only one other spent bullet, the erstwhile Condor, found "offensive". Why is that? How is it that Condor's reference to me as a neanderthal or his insult to the dutiful soldier not disturbing to someone's sensibilities here? "erstwhile" ? We're even. and besides, I have seniority here. Message 16361872 Check out the post #. and besides....like LB, we are expected to be ignorant (or as you would describe it...blunt). C

To: Mike M who wrote (75784)	2/19/2003 8:00:11 PM
From: FaultLine	Respond to of 281500

Hello Mike M; Just curious. I don't see a warning for JohnM despite the fact that he has invited me to leave the forum, he has referred to me as a bully trying to take him out behind the barn, and he has played injured by a comment that he chose to take as a threat which only one other spent bullet, the erstwhile Condor, found "offensive". Why is that? How is it that Condor's reference to me as a neanderthal or his insult to the dutiful soldier not disturbing to someone's sensibilities here? They are long time, respected contributors who have illustrated by their actions their wish to make this a viable, educational forum. They, and a number others, have earned a certain license, as fellow friends and travelers, to help set the direction and tone of the thread. You, however,being just out of the gate, and having no track record, have few such liberties at this point. This, I would expect, is how most organizations operate. In case you haven't guessed (even yet), I am interested in the tales and points of view I suspect you have to contribute. I am still extending an invitation to join the thread but, as you indicated, you have been warned. I don't mince words but there are plenty here who fit in that description. And you'll just have to like it. Tough toenails. It would appear to me that some here are threatened by reasoned discussion... A standard 'holy-than-thou" put-down that usually elicits well deserved sniggers from the peanut gallery. By extending disrespect to the moderator I have to presume that you mean, I disagreed with you in the conduct of your official duties. Wow! You certainly have a winning way. You apparently have no clue as to what I am (we are) trying to do here (against some odds) and how it is done. Watch. Learn. We are all students--even you. Be assured that if the pressure is too great from the injured parties, I can handle the banning. You needn't fall on your sword for my benefit. <g> Oh I'm sure you can. That, however, is not my intention, Mike M, but is it largely up to you. --fl@plaintalk.com