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[Guest guest]

Ok guys, here we grow again!

I posted earlier today that I'm feeling like maybe if I post I come on too strong. I am not trying to do a guilt trip here. Not at all.

What I'm asking of all of you is this:

What do you want from us in the way of support?

Do you want medical information and explanation for what your'e going through?

Do you want articles that you can take to the MD's?

Do you feel like if you aren't part of the "prayer group" that you won't be answered?

Are you afraid to ask a question for fear that you may be put on the spot or called on the carpet because of what you asked? (This is what I'm trying not to do, but know that right now, I'm not always on top of my game-- so I make mistakes)

How do you feel about the fact that most of the people posting seem to be strongly faith oriented, and quote Scripture, etc? Is this part of the problem again?

Do you think that if someone's name is on the subject line-- that you aren't supposed to read that email?

What have we lost (long timers this is for you) that we had in the early days that we don't have now?

I don't want anyone to feel that they have to leave the group because I'm having a hard time and am feeling my OWN insecurity. We all have to understand that when the sarc monster jumps us, that these personality issues will come up. It's a rare occasion that I'd call anyone on the carpet unless I feel that what they are doing is something that all of us need to become more aware of-- and that the actions can injure others. Like shoping excursions with active infections going on, lying about our relationships to make others take our side-- yep, I'll say something publicly.

My hope for this group is that htis forum will welcome everyone who needs to be here. Religion, faith, dogma, political party-- as long as it doesn't disrupt the group-- we will not censor it. We aren't a forum for politics-- we are worldwide! We have allowed alot more lenency towards faith posts-- and some of of you think that if you're asked to not put Bible scripture that your "rights" are being imposed upon. For others, again it's an insult that if they don't want to publically announce their faith-- that they aaren't good enough in their practice of faith. Both sides feel the other is wrong is asking for what they are comfortable with. It always makes for a challenge for the moderators and owners as we have to remain as neutral as possible. Not an easy task.

Please I ask that you take a moment-- and tell us what it is that you want. I'd love to see answers other than yes and know to the questions I've posed. That way we can keep this group growing-- and touch more hearts and minds with a way to make life as livable as possible.

Sincerely,

Tracie

NS Co-owner/moderator