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Post by Rick Henry on Dec 19, 2007 14:21:21 GMT -5
Guess I'll ease up on the subject now. All I can say is that for me personally, I may not have been here talking with you fine folks if I didn't have the Carpenters music in my life about 25 years ago. I truly think my love for the Carpenters and their music may very well have saved MY life. There....I'm done. On to a happier topic like the Christmas thread. Seriously folks, hope I didn't irk anyone with my opinions on this matter so strong. You all are great and I'm so glad to be a part of this forum family. Beaner Hi Mary Ann (Beaner)... you did not irk anybody as far as I can tell. After all we all see life from different perspectives. Your honesty is admirable. I think it's better to be honest and open and risk the possibility of irking someone than to not say something because you're afraid others may not agree. Our differences in life views are what make a place like this interesting. Only at Carpenters Avenue do the conversations get so philosophical.
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Post by beaner on Dec 19, 2007 15:02:16 GMT -5
Thanks Rick! That means so much!
Have a great day!
Beaner
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Post by wisejester7 on Dec 20, 2007 0:06:07 GMT -5
No worries, Beaner. You're fine by me. Thanks for bringing the topic up in the first place. I think most of us have encountered Carpenters/Karen/Richard slurs before. The comments get to us in different ways, but always remember that we have each other to keep us strong when we get hurt.
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Post by Rick Henry on Dec 20, 2007 1:20:09 GMT -5
No worries, Beaner. You're fine by me. Thanks for bringing the topic up in the first place. I think most of us have encountered Carpenters/Karen/Richard slurs before. The comments get to us in different ways, but always remember that we have each other to keep us strong when we get hurt. Very, very true. Definitely there's always someone here to give you that boost of "smiles" when needed. I may come off as being that self-reliant sort of person who never gets hurt... and yes I am a pretty strong person... but even I have my limits and I am sensitive to the feelings of my friends... I'm just a little outspoken at times... not loud or boisterous... just not afraid to speak up in a conversation.
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Post by smoothie2 on Dec 20, 2007 17:48:07 GMT -5
Wow!! This thread I started is actually Burning!! Zowie!....Very fine thoughts by all I will have more time later to go over all this. Yes, I do think Santa plans to come see you Rick........not so sure about me...
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Post by trekker1 on Dec 20, 2007 21:18:43 GMT -5
HI, ALL. YES, IT'S GREAT TO HAVE THE FRIENDSHIP & SUPPORT OF FELLOW FANS HERE. THAT'S WHAT REALLY COUNTS. I ENJOY COMING TO THIS SITE & LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING ALL THE NEW POSTS. AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT BASEMENT PARTY!! IN CASE I DON'T TOUCH BASE WITH ANYONE HERE BEFOREHAND, I HOPE Y'ALL HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY CHRISTMAS WITH YOUR FAMILIES!
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Post by smoothie2 on Dec 20, 2007 23:14:11 GMT -5
Exactly, Smoothie! While it does bother me and I do take offense (other have never held a grudge against anyone; that is plain silly), 9 times out of 10 these people do know and see the good in the person they are talking about, just choose to share the negative as opposed to the good. Mentioning the positive side to the situation, as Rick does, is one of the best things you can do. I know that in my job for instance, me and another co-worker share our feelings of how we are never appreciated for what we do and we generally hold the office together. In a similar, yet difference situation, there can be a time when the boss just gives us yet another task on top of stuff that we are swamped with and doesn't give a care about it. While our bosses can say a LOT of positive things about us, they choose not to, but when confronted about it they can't help but admit there is a lot more good than we are given credit for. Yes, in deed Beaner, the work place is a very competitive place all the way around at least in a lot of jobs, and so I say HATS OFF to you and your co-worker!! It's hard to stay positive in such situations too. I think the key there is each day is a day to renew your confidence and do the best you can no matter what. Granted, Much easier said than done! I have a feeling that you are very much needed where you are. Hope your boss gives you more compliments in the days ahead.
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Post by smoothie2 on Dec 20, 2007 23:27:03 GMT -5
Good thoughts Rick...Everyone does have their own viewpoints on things and tastes in music. I like the fact that even tho you love the Carps., that you also listen to different types of music and like a wide variety of music, old and new. I must admit that I am getting better at listening to some of the current popular music.... I like Norah Jones somewhat, Clay Aiken.
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Post by smoothie2 on Dec 20, 2007 23:40:19 GMT -5
Guess I'll ease up on the subject now. All I can say is that for me personally, I may not have been here talking with you fine folks if I didn't have the Carpenters music in my life about 25 years ago. I truly think my love for the Carpenters and their music may very well have saved MY life. There....I'm done. On to a happier topic like the Christmas thread. Seriously folks, hope I didn't irk anyone with my opinions on this matter so strong. You all are great and I'm so glad to be a part of this forum family. Beaner Mary ann , no offense took place as far as I'm concerned either. It's interesting around here when we can be honest (yes, within reason..no direct hits against anyone)...We all have one main thing in common around here and that's our love of the Carps., and even if there are just some curious "on-lookers" around as guests, that's wonderful too!
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Post by smoothie2 on Dec 20, 2007 23:47:20 GMT -5
HI, ALL. YES, IT'S GREAT TO HAVE THE FRIENDSHIP & SUPPORT OF FELLOW FANS HERE. THAT'S WHAT REALLY COUNTS. I ENJOY COMING TO THIS SITE & LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING ALL THE NEW POSTS. AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT BASEMENT PARTY!! IN CASE I DON'T TOUCH BASE WITH ANYONE HERE BEFOREHAND, I HOPE Y'ALL HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY CHRISTMAS WITH YOUR FAMILIES! Totally agree with you Trekker.....and same to you...Have a very Blessed, happy Christmas and New yr.!!!!
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