What we've learned from recent board strife:

[ann3]

Carolyn,

Thank you.  I am not trying to create strife.

We, as imperfect humans, can be blind to our own shortcomings. 
Sometimes, it helps us when people can give us a nudge and show us that we are doing something of which we are unaware.

I think Lighter has some great ideas.  I like reading what she has to say.  But, when she gets negative, strife is created and people's feeling are hurt.

ann

[Certain Hope]

Thanks for understanding me, Ann... I didn't think you were trying to create strife.

And I don't think Izzy was trying to stir any strife, either.

God knows I'm tired of strife.

I only know how demoralizing it can be to have tried so hard to change and make improvements,
especially where communication is concerned,
and for that to not be acknowledged.

And while I agree that negativity and sarcasm can be contagious,
I still believe that each one of us is solely responsible for our own reactions.

Love,
Carolyn

[lighter]

Anne... I'm pretty sure I have a NC rule in place with you....

and if I don't....

Please stop posting to me or about me.

I'll forward to Doc G.

Thanks

[ann3]

Ligher,

I will honor your NC request and consider it reciprocal.

One thing before you banish me to silence and voicelessness:  Please curb your sarcasm and snarkiness for the sake of the board.

ann