[Ailist] Appreciation vs. Cynicism

[Cynthia Way]

Hi,

This line of correspondence reminds me of an insight I had in a Quaker  
meeting:  I am intolerant of people who are intolerant.  Wow--that was  
a humbling a-ha.  Still working that one.

In appreciation of our imperfections,
Cynthia
Cynthia Way, PCC
Way To Go! Inc.
301-779-1764 (W)
301-779-7363 (F)

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On Mar 8, 2008, at 11:53 AM, Charlotte Henley wrote:

> Wow, I think we all need a group hug.... I was still trying to  
> reconcile the
> Steve Jobs, mac pc debate and now we have politics.  I have come to
> understand AI as a way of life....  it has not always been easy for  
> me to
> reconcile some of my negative feelings that get mustered up in certain
> circumstances and by certain people.  But I believe in the essence of
> positive and how being appreciative can add to my personal journey  
> of joy
> and hope for myself... and my country and the world.  One small  
> appreciative
> thought can resonate with people that is carried on and on.   I  
> value anyone
> who has enough creative energy to bring to the world things that  
> make it
> great.  My mother loved music and as she lay dying I had her listen  
> to all
> her favorite music on the ipod....She smiled as she passed. Thank  
> you steve
> jobs.   And I value anyone republican, democrat, liberal or  
> conserative who
> has the guts to challenge the status quo...whatever the  
> viewpoint.... it is
> a way to change....  So I have learned through AI to be appreciative  
> of all
> persons.   I appreciate anyone who can speak their mind in a way  
> that will
> make me think.  Thank all you courageous people who share your  
> thoughts with
> this group.
> Charlotte Denny-Henley
> Open Door Consulting
> Huron, SD