Reminder - silence does not imply consent

[laptoppop]

It is the nature of discussion to think that if someone does not respond to a particular point, that they are unable to respond because they are "stumped" or that they have given consent.

In the case of forums, I would caution all of us to remember that we have outside lives. Each of us may have seasons of more or less posting. Unless someone specifically says it, I don't think we can read anything into silence. I do think its fair to ask someone (NICELY!) why they haven't responded to a particular point.

For example, I might not answer something because:

• I don't have time right now to answer it properly (references, for example)
• I feel like the discussion is going round and round and I've answered it already in the same thread
• I feel like the discussion is going back to things we've already discussed in other threads
• I feel (rightly or wrongly) that the person raising the issue isn't interested in discussion, just scoring points
• I'm tired or I'm tired of arguing
• Work or life is crazy busy
• etc. etc.

Anyway - I would suggest that we all be careful and not read silence as anything but silence. I know for me, there are lots of times I get too busy to post as I'd like to post. Sometimes I skim the threads and just point out little things here and there if I think it would be helpful.

Lord Bless!

 

[pgp_protector]

Or

Ah forget it, I give up. You (Label X) will never agree or see the truth of (Label Y)
Later

 

[rmwilliamsll]

Or

Ah forget it, I give up. You (Label X) will never agree or see the truth of (Label Y)
Later

rats, i was betting that no one would reply *grin*

 

[Assyrian]

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[laptoppop]

As original poster, I give my "permission" for this to be a gratutious increase my post count thread! <grin>