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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

To my Anonymous Reader

I apologize for this post to everyone that this DOES NOT apply to.....


To my anonymous reader:

If you are a regular reader of my blog (and I know that you are, because this isn't the first rude comment you have posted), you would realize that it is purely a mother's journal, and is in no way used to judge or critique other people, their beliefs or political views. If that were the case, then I would actually publish those types of posts.... be it about MY PERSONAL political views, religious views, etc. But I am extremely careful NOT to publish those types of posts. I don't want my blog to be a platform, just a journal! I would much rather have those types of discussions face-to-face than over a BLOG! However, I want MY blog to be light, fun and refreshing. Mainly, it is for me and my family and friends to have a record of MY children growing up - growing pains as well as victories. I honestly hope that you get enjoyment out of reading it.

I believe in Jesus Christ. I believe that He came to this earth and died for our sins and was resurrected three days later. I believe He lives in me and that I am a Christian living my life for Him. My blog will reflect these beliefs regularly. I believe that Jesus commands us to love one another, and to show love for everyone. Another reason that your misinterpretation of my comment about BJ (not anyone else mind you) really struck a chord. I always have and always will mention my love for Christ and His love for me and my family.... how He has blessed us (as I mentioned in the 'not really controversial post'), and how we try to live our lives for Him.


My brief comment about BJ's job situation was purely about HIM and HIS situation. In no way was I directing ANY TYPE of criticism to anyone else who got laid off. Had BJ been laid off, I would have still said that his good work ethic, morals and beliefs would help land him a job very soon. THAT statement would not mean that everyone else was not going to be able to find a job! If I had wanted to talk derogatorily about anyone that he worked with, believe me I would have been way more direct! Not that I need to defend myself here, but some wonderful people and FRIENDS lost their jobs that day....... and we have been nothing but supportive and loving to ALL of these people! I was merely trying to convey that my husband is an outstanding guy and a hard worker. For you to take it any further was inappropriate and completely ridiculous!

But as I said earlier, this blog is not a place to talk down to or about people; therefore, I DO NOT do that! I enjoy sharing stories and moments from my life and the lives of my children. In my opinion, as a mother and a wife, my husband and children are perfect... and my blog is going to reflect that! I don't need someone interpreting ill-intent from them. Every post is nothing but innocent and fun.

If I can be frank (and I can, because it is my blog ;), I would appreciate you either keeping your negative comments to yourself, or contacting me directly in the future with any displeasure you may find with my posts.

I know, that will cause your anonymity to be no longer, but, if you have the opinions and they are strong enough to write them, then you should have the guts to share them with me personally. If you are only bold enough to write, but not sign your name to your comments, then you should just keep them to yourself. Your comments are obviously not necessary or wanted!

I realize that this isn't the first time you have made a rude comment, so here is what I ask of you....

If you are not able to sign your name to your comments, then you have two choices:
1 - read and enjoy my blog with everyone else... and keep your comments to yourself (or 'man-up' and actually put your name with your comment)
2- stop reading my blog if it is THAT "disgusting" to you.

Really........ I cannot believe anyone with a sound thought-process could derive something that negative from one sentence!!!!! But, nonetheless, I apologize if I was not clear enough. Hopefully by now it is nothing but crystal clear!

All that being said, I think you get my point now. If my blog does not leave you feeling happy inside, then just don't read it. You obviously don't get it anyway!!!!!!! But know this. I love you. And I would LOVE an opportunity to speak with you (I have a feeling I know you - and probably quite well) - be it through private email or a conversation on the phone.

Until then, HAPPY reading!!!!!

Sincerely,

Tammy



Again, I apologize to EVERYONE that I even have to dignify that comment with a whole post devoted to it, but I realize that "Anonymous" was going to continue to read and comment (anonymously), and that I needed to directly speak to that person. Hopefully now, this person will contact me personally with any questions or concerns about my statements..... but come on - give me the benefit of the doubt here! This blog is purely for fun and entertainment. I do not choose it to be a platform for debate!!!!!! =)

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

As a mother, you want to protect your children from hurt no matter how old they are. Tammy is such a sweet, loving person who just goes through life thinking the world and the people in it are just as sweet and loving as she is. Alas, I cannot protect her, but her response to the rude comment reflects her sweet, Christian attitude. I am constantly humbled by my children--the fact that this amazing woman is my daughter always delights and makes me feel unworthy. My comments to the reader would not have been so charitable. They attacked my baby and there is simply no just cause for that. Her sweet, innocent blog is not a place for evil comments. I sincerely hope that the person will not comment further and cease to be a part of Tammy's world. May I say that I think my daugher is absolutely perfect?

I love you,Tammy, and I am so proud of you!

Mama

Jen Reeves said...

Tammy...you rock!

Kate Wicker said...

Don't you love the anon trolls who stop by just to leave vitriol?

My friend, hang in there. I've been called a "simpleton breeder" and a "dog who should be sent to obedience school." Some other things, too. I've learned to just detach myself to this hate and attach myself to my faith in God and my love for my family. :)

I hated to miss today! I think we probably would have been fine, but as I told Jessica, I just didn't want to risk it because of what a bad year it's been for RSV. Hope you guys had fun.

Blessings,
Kate

Unknown said...

Hi Tammy -

This is incredibly random, but I used to work with BJ at SRSSA, and I met you one afternoon when you and Jake came to the office to meet up with BJ for dinner after work (it was sometime in mid-January).

I was one on the 90 people let go in early February, so now I'm finding all sorts of time to play on Facebook - that's how I found a link to your blog (on BJ's page). I just thought Jake was so adorable when you brought him to the office, so I've taken an interest in reading your blog (I'm an aunt to a two-year old boy myself, and I just adore reading his mom's blog too!)

I just want to let you know how much I support you and any comments you care to share. I am appalled by that horribly derisive comment made by the person under the guise of "Anonymous." I am ashamed to have worked with that person, if indeed it was someone at my former office.

I wish you and BJ the best of luck with your sweet family - I really enjoyed hearing him gush about you and your two boys during the brief time that I worked with him. It was kind of endearing from a former frat boy (haha, BJ - just had to pick on you a little bit for old time's sake!) I hope that my vote of support can only help assuage the anger and hurt that you feel from such a rude comment by an obviously bitter person.

With warmest regards,
Kate Leggett

Anonymous said...

Tam-

Well said! I cannot believe that someone would take what you wrote the way they did. I'm proud of you for standing up for yourself and you were very kind as well. Your blog is your journal and your thoughts that do not deserve to come under attack. I love reading your blog and looking at the pics of the kids. Don't change a thing! You know what they say, if you don't have anything nice to say...

Love ya!
Jess