The apology - hope your day gets better,

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> I'm not sure who to respond to as I see no name here, but I did

> humbly apologize and am still/always will be apologetic about this.

One of the things I learned advocating for Andy over the years is to

apologize as publicly as I wrong people. Those who know me well will

remember a very public apology over an unfortunate and awful situation

in one of my workshops four years ago. Some told me to not be so hard

on myself, but I knew I had wronged a Mom in a public forum (workshop)

and because it was brought up on a number of lists (though I only read

one), I apologized humbly and publicly. I later met that Mother and

she told me she knew I meant it from reading it. We reconciled.

, I accept your apology. I attribute the situation to the

excitement and intensity of the internet.I don't have a lot of time to

be here on the list, but I am not that emotionally fragile right now.

Just focussed on different priorities - Mom, Andy, work.

However, as you know, my questions regarding intent, process, and

credentials (who you are working for), stand.

List members, I work in a very professional environment. What I know

is that for information and stories to be used, it's important to do

it well - to follow processes that will eliminate all question

regarding method of information gathering. Always ask for a

transparent process when sharing your family's stories. Always know

what will happen to the information you provide. And consider whether

or not you want a written release or informed consent to share

information to protect you.

I am NOT saying 's intentions are not good or that he will not

act with the utmost integrity.

I AM saying that it is important to push for the best process so that

when you do share your heartfelt experiences, they are used to their

fullest potential.

Now. Onward!

Joan