the essence of this board

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the essence of this board
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Sat, 12-09-2006 - 4:27pm
is about love, kindness, respect and as the title says: faith and spirituality. here we are all more one than separated. This is not a religion board. Sure, things about religion come up of course. Faith and spirituality do not always mean religion. The flavor is about accepting, sharing and really it is not an analytical place in a heavy, text book type of nature. it is really for people who are tired of analyzing, who want to share and get new ideas. maybe we question and ask more than analyze. I think if one is truely heavily into their religion, they usually find a place that deals with that religion only. We would be a thorn on the side as we are not RELIGION based. Just my humble take. correct me if I am wrong. Love, Leila

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Sat, 12-09-2006 - 5:46pm
In light of the "essence of this board" ... The mere invitation to discuss whether the nativity story is fact or fiction was inappropriate in the first place since it AUTOMATICALLY challenges other people's belief system by the very title. Either way responders will be compelled to backup their point of view (fact or fiction). You can't have it both ways. There's nothing kumbaya, accepting, nor validating about the poster's title. It did what it was obviously meant to do, provoke a debate.
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Sat, 12-09-2006 - 6:39pm

Ladies...

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Sat, 12-09-2006 - 8:02pm
Again, and hopefully the last time i have to say it... i was NOT offended by the post title. I merely point it out for the benefit of those who suggest *I* instigate unwelcome debate or am out of the spirit of the board by my defense of certain beliefs.... the title of the post provokes input such as mine as well as any other - I didn't say I did not like that, or that it offends me. I provided my responses and then was subsequently informed that I don't get the spirit of the board. Why? I have no idea. Others say what they want about other peoples strong beliefs (i.e. it's folklore, fairytales, unsubstantiated) and their posts do not get equal weighing that Bink gives in response to my perfectly reasonable and level headed input. Lively discussion was invited. So what did I miss here? You asked for it you got it.
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Sat, 12-09-2006 - 10:01pm

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Sun, 12-10-2006 - 2:02am

And that is your opinion which you are entitled to. Can't help you. Please save yourself the trouble and do not presume to know or guess what MY intentions were as you do not live in my mind. As far as I can tell this assessment of yours is so far off, as though you're referring to someone else altogether.

If you decide to make negative sweeping generalizations about other religions (especially one that is not your own) be prepared to back it up, and for crying out loud don't be surprised if someone asks for where that came from. That's completely reasonable. It is not adversarial nor is it combative to ask. I asked very, very nicely.

-Mimi

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Sun, 12-10-2006 - 8:38am
Dear Mimi, when I started this post I did not expect or want to initiate a continuance of the last. I may be wrong as I often am but I sense so much anger and defensiveness reading your messages. One way to have people hold to their own ways and thoughts is to be insistent on being right. We are all equal, conncected in our spirits. No matter what is said, love should be the prevailing emotion. One thing I have learned in my work is that if we think we are truely right about something, we do not have to keep trying to prove it to others.
What is going on in your heart to need to be so angry and bitter towards Bink? Maybe you are not aware of this. Take a deep breath and look at it. I know you re not here to be analyzed, I see some pain in your heart. I see you crying out to be heard in general. Love, Leila
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Sun, 12-10-2006 - 10:46am

Did you read the whole post, or just the first paragraph?


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Sun, 12-10-2006 - 12:43pm

Leila,

Again but maybe i should keep it super simple.
No anger. None. Zip. Zero. Nada.
I'm always light hearted.
Someone insinuates I'm this or that, when I'm not, at this point... oh well. That I try to clarify.... means I'm angry?

I may be the happiest person here. Try to read this message without emoticons, then insert your own. It will sound different.

Sometimes I be be in a hurry though..... so I may come off as being hurried. Not angry. For goodness sake, stop it already.

Mimi

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Mon, 12-11-2006 - 11:03am

I totally agree, Leila. Nicely and lovingly said. I participate on the Religion Debate board, and there debate is appropriate. Here, it's about acceptance and support. Thank you for posting this. That is how I feel about this board, also. While we may all have our own opinions, worldviews and life experiences, and some quite the opposite of another's view, this is a place to come to just share and be with each other's spirituality, allowing ourselves a safe place to be open about our thoughts.

Hugs,
Gypsy
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Edited 12/11/2006 11:51 am ET by gypsywolfwoman


Blessings,

Gypsy

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Mon, 12-11-2006 - 11:29am

I'm sorry, but I find this comment a little offensive:

>>>For others who think this is beating a dead horse, please move on to the next post or website or go do some chores.<<<

I find it derogatory, belittling, authoritative (regardless of your use of the word "please"), and condescending.

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