Part of beekeeping, is disagreement. What matters is the ability of all involved to accept that the other guy does things differently. I have seen arguments of epic sillyness that had both parties ready to take a step up from road rage to forum rage. I try not to participate in those.
I believe, that this may just be another case of misunderstanding. Perry has harassed me pretty much from the time we met on the other forum, and BECAUSE of that, I see him as a person of interest, one that I can communicate with. He doesnt seem to take offense easily, and can take as much as he gives.
I believe I have argued with Iddee on other forums, not knowing who he is or his background, or I would have made less of a fool of myself. To his credit, he just takes it in stride and keeps on going. Recently he spent a few words to wind me up, and it worked flawlessly.. I scratched my head in confusion until I was nearly bald... while everyone else in the loop was laughing at my expense... I am OK with that. In fact I appreciate it, because now I know a little bit more about Iddee. The type of person he is, and I know that he is one of those people I CAN like, and get along with.
As you say Ef.. inflection makes a big difference, and in this case, I was seeing the darker side, but, as I stated, being able to laugh at myself made what was going on funny, rather than annoying. The joke above, was, as Perry stated, a little payback, though by NO MEANS did it make us even..
IF... Iddee and Perry were NOT poking fun at me, I would not know what type of person they are, and I would feel distanced.. as it is, I feel that because of their sense of humor, I know them better, and I would PRAY that they never change or be restricted. EITHER of them would be welcomed at my house with open arms, I CANT say that about many others I THINK are decent people.. because they dont open up. Because of fear of being admonished?
I have seen small bits of humor in your posts Ef, and I have the distinct impression that YOU are one of the good guys.. Maybe its a cultural difference, or just a personal difference, but I would BEG you to have tolerance for all of us, so we can continue to enjoy the freedom of this forum Iddee has created.
As a side note;
MiniMo is an innocent bystander who got roped into it, but hes one of those good old boys that I felt was more than capable of grinning and going with it. I felt no fear in using his name, and expect repercussions, and look forward to them.
I cant disagree with anything you have said in your post, I dont like the arguing and swearing on other forums either, its why I am here.
LIFE has enough drama, Forums should be for information and fun. I think if any of us became abusive or insulting Iddee would use that big boot he wears...
I have been known to be politically incorrect, and if I do that here I expect that boot to land on me. I know how to eat crow, the taste is far too familiar.. So All I would ask, is that before being upset, try to see the whole picture.. I respect your opinion AND experience, but I also value the insight into the people I share the forum with when they.. "Poke fun at me."
