tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post8746647697577263049..comments2023-09-12T11:31:20.729-05:00Comments on Straight-Friendly: Mean MouthsTimhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01271248501086241494noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-67849302942256246082009-05-22T13:25:11.463-05:002009-05-22T13:25:11.463-05:00Hey, Vikki! You're spot-on. When we're surrounded ...Hey, Vikki! You're spot-on. When we're surrounded by criticism and people who tear down others, it's so easy to fall into that behavior. And if we do, it IS a colossal fail. <br /><br />You add a vital layer to the story--sometimes the "mean mouths" that need shutting are our own! Thank you for helping me get that (I hope!) ;-)<br /><br />Have a great holiday. I know you're loving the sunshine and warmth up in the Klondike!<br /><br />Blessings always,<br />TimTimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01271248501086241494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2722447614945782871.post-26568232512336518522009-05-22T02:59:14.539-05:002009-05-22T02:59:14.539-05:00How many times in a work situation have I been tem...How many times in a work situation have I been tempted to stoop to that level? More than I care to admit. I've had many occasions to return the barbs, and done so; but many times did not. <br /><br />I feel horrible to have done that type of thing because it means pride has come into play; then shame immediately follows. I just have to remember that looking myself in the mirror every morning is the true test: that and the knot in my gut that lets me know I have let myself, others; and ultimately Him down.<br /><br />Even in typing this, I feel the enormous sense of the hurt that kind of action can impart upon another human being. The thought of it brings a sorrowful flush to my face. <br /><br />Anytime one tears someone down in order to "elevate" themselves in other peoples' eyes; it's a colossal fail.<br /><br />I've finally got that one. (I hope!)<br /><br />:)kkrynohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07727264476742817993noreply@blogger.com