*** I've been a prick to many of you. I'm sorry. **

[FlemingsGhost]

I want to take the opportunity to apologize to the earnest members, mods and administrators of this site. I'm sure, at some point in the last four years, I've been a snarky, cynical son-a-bitch to many of you, and I am not proud of some of the so-called "debates" I've initiated.

I woke this morning resolved to shed my cynicism; my anger; my suffering. My gut tells me to begin with an apology. I hope you will accept it.



Flem.

(P.S.-- Special thanks to "Melodybe" ... her good vibes are infectious. You are making a difference, dear.)

[Oreo]

1. This isn't one of those

empty apologies that our President is trying to lay on us is it? ;)

[rkc3]

2. Have you been drinking? Did you just get laid?

Is this one of the steps from an AA program?

Sorry. I saw a chance to be snarky and cynical and took a swing.

[meganmonkey]

3. Hey man, let it all go and you will feel so much better

Cynicism, anger and suffering have their place, and if we are honest with ourselves they are unavoidable. There are horrible things going on and if you are human you will be angry and cynical and you will feel suffering.

But you don't have to let it take over your heart. You can let it turn into energy that can be used in positive ways. And it sounds like that's what you are doing. You can vent about the bad guys here while remembering that we are on your side (well, the vast majority of us, anyway ;) )

While I don't think I have ever gotten wrapped up in an ugly debate with you, I just want to say that your apology is accepted, and your honesty is a wonderful thing.

So hope you don't mind a hug from a stranger :hug:

[lpbk2713]

4. Have a visit from the Ghost of Christmas Past?

Just kidding. I admire your fortitude.

[DoYouEverWonder]

5. If nothing else

you will certainly start to fell better. Cynicism and anger is bad for your health. Welcome to the other side.

:hi:

[graywarrior]

6. NEVER. I will never, ever forgive you!

Can you post some of your snarky posts? I seem to not know what the hell you are talking about.

Been here 4 years myself and haven't a clue what goes on.

[blm]

8. He's being hard on himself. In my view, they weren't especially snarky.

Course this is coming from someone who is often guilty of a snark here and there, myself.

;))))))))))))))

[FlemingsGhost]

13. This is should give you a taste:

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=102&topic_id=1773541&mesg_id=1773541

Relatively mild, but there have been some doozies throughout the years.

Thanks to all, for your support and understanding.

[graywarrior]

14. Ah yes. Master of the one line zingers.

Been there myself. I think everyone forgets everything around here real fast...except if you trash kitty threads. Then your name is mud for all eternity.

[txindy]

19. Well, of course. As it should be, too.

:rofl:

[HEAVYHEART]

7. Well

I didn't notice you being a prick. But here's a hug anyway! :hug:

[skypilot]

9. You might remember me.

I once suspected that you were a troll. I'm thinking of only one thread in particular. I realize now that you have been here for quite some time but I have to admit that in that particular thread you gave me pause. :)

[BlueIris]

10. ** ?? **

Sometimes anger, cynicism, bitterness and resentment can be useful. To me, anyway. Just saying.

[Rainscents]

11. Good for you, you are forgiven! I don't remeber you being prick though.

;-)

[CityZen-X]

12. Phuck Debates. Call To Action!

arm yourself brother or sister, Uttopia is a scam!

[nothingshocksmeanymore]

15. What was your handle before last November?

[FlemingsGhost]

17. DemsUnite. (n/t)

Flem.

[Catherine Vincent]

16. Apology accepted.

:hi:

[FlemingsGhost]

18. .

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[Bernardo de La Paz]

20. "Doesn't work for me, I gotta have more cowbell!"

[FlemingsGhost]

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