Posted by Gabbi-x-2 on May 13, 2005, at 11:05:20
In reply to Re: performance adults demand of children, posted by Dr. Bob on May 13, 2005, at 3:30:10
> Hmm, maybe that's one reason posters sometimes have a strong reaction to being asked to be civil?
>
> BobWhat I was trying to say was.. when I'm reminded to be civil, by you or another poster I'm being reminded of the rules, which are already laid out, and I'm fine with that, I'm also fine with a suggestion as to why something might be considered hurtful. However, If someone tells me to be "nice" I feel as if
1 I'm being told to "play pretty"
2. They want me to act within their definition of what is acceptable, when, my opinion is as valid
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