ICOT – It’s interesting that you say that about having an easier time modulating responses her. I find it easier in real life. Here, when people make cutting, degrading or hurtful remarks they don’t disappear, so I feel more compelled to (obsessed with) leave a rebuttal for the sake of future readers. Usually nobody cared enough and I should have just not bothered, but I have that “you never know” feeling. In real life I could 1)judge by faces if the words left bad impressions that need correcting, 2)not worry about future readers since they are not in writing, 3)avoid situations warranting those responses. But I do edit often. And I will use this random moment of introspection which you inspired to be more thoughtful myself.
On a more random note: Did you know coffee that’s been left out in the teachers lounge over the weekend still tastes good?