An Elfly Reminder

[ramona_lorraine]

No: HPFGUIDX 157072

Vexxy Elf wrote:
> I was surprised to see the term 'smart-ass' in
> your recent post:
> http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HPforGrownups/message/157011
>
> Even in an exhuberant exchange, we would rather that people not 
refer
> to each other in this way. Some people might be all right with it
> and take it as a joke, but others might take it the wrong way. This
> can lead to hurt feelings and, at worst, flames.



Katherine Coble wrote:
> Grownups sometimes say "smart-ass". Grown-ups also have vigorous
> exchanges. This group, although ostensibly for "Grownups" seems to
> be given over to treating all the Grown-ups as though they are 12.
>
> Sorry. Just my opinion.



Jordan Abel wrote:
I agree. I toned it down a lot in my own reply to the reminder, since
I replied publicly to the other issue raised (see OTChatter) and
didn't want to offend people. But to be honest, I do object to us
being treated like children. 

And, truth be told, he _was_ being one. 


Ramona Lorraine now writes:

I have to agree with Vexxy Elf. Expecting politeness is not being 
treated like a child - it is being treated with respect. 

I don't appreciate reading this kind of language in public posts. I 
just don't think it's appropriate. Growing up is no reason to abandon 
good manners, like NOT calling people derogatory names, whatever they 
are saying or doing. Grown ups should be able to make a point without 
resorting to these measures. Be exhuberant. Be vigorous. But be 
respectful. 

Thank you Vexxy Elf, for trying to keep the list polite and 
respectful!

Ramona Lorraine