This thread has been whitewashed to remove previous posts and parts of posts that were in violation of Forum conduct rules. To repeat my earlier statement:
Everyone is to state their opinions on the Forum in a positive light. There is no need to negate anyone else's opinion in order to state your own. This is a place of learning, not a boxing ring.
Comments that invalidate the Forum, Stroke of Genius, Forum or Stroke of Genius member's work or members in general are inappropriate. Whether these comments are overt or covert, veiled or open, they are still inappropriate. And, for anyone who doesn't quite get it, snide or condescending remarks veiled in a "joke" are inappropriate.
There is a basic tool of communication whereby you can state your opinion and yet allows others to have a differing opinion: preface your opinions with "I think" or "I feel" or "in my opinion." When a statement is given as an unquestionable decree, it automatically tends to invalidate the views of others and sets the stage for contention.
Members who overtly or covertly attacks other members will be put on probation and are at risk of having their membership revoked. And, for anyone who thinks I may have a personal grudge against anyone here, that couldn't be farther from the truth.
You may balk at these rules and approach. However, if you were to visit my home, you would be respectful of my rules and wishes and conduct yourself accordingly. And, if you didn't, you probably wouldn't get another invitation. There is little difference here. When posting, pretend you're sitting in my living room as my guest.
Please do not post your agreement or disagreement with this post.
By the way, I'm holding a book burning tomorrow night at my house if you'd care to join me. Just joking.
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