As I posted in the Froggy Bottom Cafe – I’m taking a very extended leave from Booman Tribune.
My reasons are all spiritual in nature and in the nature of growth. My reasons are to walk away from the conflict that is present among some here.
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Some observations
- Over the past year I have seen some very powerful writers post here – and then leave. Their diaries are in my Hotlist and I’ve read them over and over again.
- I’ve watched, and felt, the pain and anger of betrayal of the strong women that came during the Pie Wars at DailyKos.
- I’ve watched and been part of the tremendous amount of healing and growing and change that happened as the Pie War survivors simply became BooTribbers instead.
- I’ve watched and been part of an emotional growth and healing and bonding among some really powerful writers on this site. There is so much personal that has been shared that many of you are closer than any real life brothers and sisters.
- I’ve watched, and read vicious words be used against entire groups of people. Whether those people were Arabic, or Hispanic, or Christians, or Soldiers.
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This past couple of months I have seen so much that is a lack of community on the site. This lack of community on the blog is in direct contrast to the feelings of total connectedness I felt in San Diego. There is so much underlying tension and bitterness, that I’m actually more comfortable spending my time back in the shark tank at DailyKos. There I know I need to watch my back. It is too bad that voices that were trusted and respected at Booman Tribune have become voices I now consider enemies. The positive is that almost all the strong voices that post here, cross post there. I shall not miss your works…as they shall be found.
There are many here that are totally wrapped into their own worlds and simply condemn that which they do not approve of or want. As I did at DailyKos, I will take a long time and re-evaluate the people and their voices here. It took me 6 months to go back to the Orange site. Putting it into perspective kept other’s negative views from impacting my life.
So for now I will walk a path of my own choosing. I have several places to write and share my voice. If it is spiritual it will be at Village Blue or one of my sites. If it is political – I will post where it feels most appropriate…DailyKos or Booman Tribune or My Left Wing.
For now – I leave you with the thoughts that Ghostdancers Way gave us last June.
THE TEN INDIAN COMMANDMENTS!
Treat the Earth and all that dwell thereon with respect!
Remain close to the Great Spirit
Show great respect for your fellow beings
Work together for the benefit of all mankind!
Give assistance and kindness wherever needed
Do what you know to be right
Look after the well-being of mind and body
Dedicate a share of your efforts to the greater good
Be truthful and honest at all times
Take full responsiblity for your actions…..
I have harmed some with my words in anger today. It will be for me to make peace with my soul for that harm because I make no apologies for those words as they were in defense of others not here in this fight.
May you each find your own path to peace and harmony within you. There are many here that I love beyond words. You know who you are and we touch across the stars and moon and sun…and walk this spiritual path together.
And it harm none, do as you will.
I challenge each of you to reach inside yourself and truly know whether your words and actions intentionally, or may unintentionally, harm others.
Blessed Be