NanaDana
Good afternoon, all. Feeling pleased with myself, as I've just joined. First impressions? Rather surprised at how what would often appear to be fairly non-controversial topics can still engender unpleasantness from a small minority of contributors. "Educate yourself", "Pathetic", "Needy", "Clueless and dependent" ? Oh dear. Surely grown ups can recognise that it's possible to politely disagree with someone else's opinion without resorting to such rudeness? Despite that, the healthy, positive exchanges are very much in the majority, so that's what I'll focus on. Can I also emphasise that I don't always see "fence-sitting" as a negative, as it gives an opportunity for thoughtful analysis, rather than what could be precipitate action. So my response in some situations may just be a straightforward : "I honestly don't know". I may even also sometimes rather cheekily suggest : "Neither, perhaps, do you." But that, of course, will just be an opinion.
Totally agree - why belittle someone's achievements, and try to "burst their bubble"?
Well done Jane71