On 6 Oct 2006, at 17:59, Parker Peters wrote:
I am not trying to flame, or be rude, or anything else. I will tell you that I find your combative attitude rude, which is why I asked for your calm and suggested a breather might be in order.
This perpetuates the myth put out by the blocking people that a breather helps a disagreement. I find that discussion is more likely to create a resolution than ignoring differences.
I've also found that a more heated exchange sometimes allows people to resolve to a new consensus.