posted on Jul, 22 2011 @ 04:01 PM
I understand where you are coming from. Personally, I don't even refer back to most threads that I reply to, because I do not want to argue with
anyone. I present my opinions, sometimes based on my own research/evidence, which I clearly discern from my opinions.
Whenever I disagree with someone, I attempt to be respectful. There have been a few times that I was a bit derogatory, although not out of line, when
a thread is posted that truly is a waste of server space as well as a waste of readers' time.
I agree that one shouldn't have to conform their posting to fit a specific mold. As long as one doesn't come off in a manner that is condescending
or arrogant, I have no problems with their opinions. I love to explain to people why they are wrong, but only if there is evidence to support my
claim.
IMO you have to give respect to deserve it. That is not directed at the OP, but just in general, as I have no knowledge of the OP's posting
history...Same for all of the above. There are some threads as well that I reply respectfully to, that really make me mad and make we want to spout
off, but I hold my fingers.
Mainly when a post is not thought out, is not broken up into paragraphs, is obviously written by a 12 year old, etc...I don't want to discriminate
against the younger audience, but I think they, and everyone for that matter, should make their best effort to conform to English grammar
standards.
Close rant, lol. So ya, I pretty much agree with you and understand where you are coming from. My advice is just to avoid arguing with people. Post
what you want to post, be polite, don't start anything, and go on about your business.
Don't give anyone the satisfaction if they are rude to you. I also can almost guarantee that someone else will stand up for you if someone is out of
line. I do it sometimes, and although I have insulted people on the boards, it is never directed at one person...I wouldn't do that. I will say
something like "all of you who are saying so and so are close minded" or something to that affect.