PLEASE READ re: controversial topics

On the other hand, it is America and we should be able to express our views respectfully and with an appreciation for each other's ideas.  People are so worried about hurting feelings that we have forgotten how to have controversial conversations.  That is why people resort to fussing and namecalling...we need to be able to discuss hot topics well.  That is how people grow and expand their ideas.

Thanks, Lori. :)  Very well said, indeed!

I totally agree and thanks.

A much needed post. 

this i seriously the first time I have heard that "someone is allowed to disagree with you" on this board- as much as I love PW- most of the time, this is not encouraged. 

Good to hear.

lol @ nadine

Razzzzzz...you're too much!!!!  Just love you!!!!!

Ditto

Well said :) Thats why we will in America, we can agree to disagree

We've always held the position where it's ok to disagree - not everyone's going to have the same opinions about things (otherwise everyone's wedding would look the same and OMG how boring would THAT be?!  ;)  

The key is expressing a differning opinion in a respectful way, and also having the grace to walk away from an argument before things get too ugly, and just agreeing to disagree.  Both of these are definitely easier said than done but are SO worth doing because they are cornerstones of a friendly online Community where people are comfortable sharing their thoughts, feelings and viewpoints.

Best,

-Lori