My Two Cents

So, I realize that a lot of my blog posts have been awfully spit-fire lately, and I want to apologize if that has offended anyone.  I admit that I’m a pretty opinionated individual, and for people who don’t know me (and some who do), that’s a real turn-off.  Usually I save my opinions for message boards where people like to debate the issues, it’s all in good fun, you stick to the facts, and nobody takes it personally.  I don’t mind debating strangers, because you can be frank and learn from one another without risking hurt feelings.  Relationships are far more important to me than being right, and I realize I’ve still got a lot to learn, though my demeanor doesn’t always show it.  I’ve unintentionally hurt people over the years because I often express myself so strongly it comes across as arrogant, and intimidates people when I really mean no harm.  They don’t understand that I’m really just thinking out loud, not trying to convince them of anything, and honestly don’t care if they disagree. 

 

I love to research and learn, and part of the way I do that is throwing ideas out there for discussion.  Frankly, I like surrounding myself with people who think differently because it keeps things healthfully in perspective, rather than staying in a bubble with like-minded people.  Anyway, a blog may not always be the best venue for opinionated posts, but since these recent issues so closely relate to motherhood and parenting (the theme of my blog), I decided to include them.  Again, I’m sorry if I came on too strong. I’m not out to change anybody’s mind on these issues (I promise!), just express my own.  It’s amazing to me that anybody even cares to read any of this, and if you’ve gotten this far, I love and appreciate you for putting up with me!  J  (And if it’s only been for the sake of getting closer to our favorite little girls, I understand completely!)  LOL!