Originally Posted by Jeanie
You have been nothing but defensive with me and it reeked of adolescence which I deal with a lot with my own daughter and the teens at school. (When I play into it, I actually have quite a good rapport with the kids....getting better this year now that the freshman are use to me and accept my authority). Sorry about that.


I just scrolled up to have a glance at the dialog between us on this page. I didn't find any remarks you had made against me to which I was defending. Ergo, I do not see how my behavior could be construed as defensive, let alone a childishly defensive. I could be mistaken however and may have overlooked a much earlier exchange (predating 9/4/08) which I have now forgotten. If so, I'd appreciate if you pointed it out so I know to modify such behavior in the future.

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This online cloak and dagger stuff is kind of new to me.


I'm assuming you refer to my preference for anonymity. While I understand this may be a new phenomenon for you, it's the furthest thing from new for me. For decades people have gone to great pains in the internet world to keep their real identity confidential - and for good reason. Not everyone shares the same modus operandi but I would never ridicule someone for their choice in either openness or anonymity. I hope that you agree with me here.

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I see kids all day who identify with bands or whatever issue they feel strong about. Not meaning to be insulting or as you've said...condescending.


Where have I used the word condescending? It isn't though I deny saying it (I may very well have) but I have no recollection of using it, or using it in any context of this discussion. Would you kindly show me where I've said this. Other people might think you're putting words in people's mouths.