Hi!
> FIRST OF ALL, I'm sure you've heard of a little something called constructive
> criticism?
Yes, I have. And I think my position wasn't entirely *de*structive.
> From what you wrote, all I see is what you think Kristen is doing
> wrong, and how other peopel are doing it better than her; basically telling
> her that her attempts at helping gerbils is not a good one at all. That is
> no way to help somebody out! If you really wanted to give some serious
> constructive input, you could have suggested different ways for her to change
> her plan.
I did suggest that she - or anybody who wants to rescue animals in big
style - goes and volunteers for a few months with the local humane
society or some shelter. This was the constructive part of my email.
> Telling her she is wrong is not doing any good. You saw the
> response you got from her. Anything come out of it? NO. I'm part of the
> committee that writes those articles for the newletter, unfortunately I
> didn't get anything written fast enough to get it in before you read it.
Well then: How could this happen? How can I read things which aren't
complete before I'm meant to? Impatience maybe?
> Its
> not an article, really, its more like a running story. But anyway, what I
> would advise her is that she needs to tone down her efforts somewhat.
> Keeping it a local operation would improve the situation. The web page could
> be used for updates and articles about what is going on, and about how other
> people can help IN THEIR AREA.
Ok, but then why don't you develop a sensible structure first and keep
the advertising (on your webpage or elsewhere) till later?
> Basically, why don't you just look through her plan and see how it could be
> changed to have a more positive effect on the issues at hand?
Because I don't have the time. Sorry.
> It would make
> for a much more informative and friendly mailing list if everybody thought
> things through before e-mailing negative thoughts.
At the moment I don't care how friendly this place is. Maybe this is in
breach of the charter. But then I also don't care.
At the moment I'm a bit overworked and tired and therefore maybe unduly
aggressive. I apologise for this. But maybe you'll take the time and
look at the things I wrote behing that offensive tone.
I'm going to sleep over things now.
Good night!
Eva
P.S.
> If you want to read the first edition of the running story I wrote for the
> newsletter, I will send the address to the mailing list.
This is probably very interesting. I'll try to read it if you'll send
the address to the list. Others may be intersted, too.
