Posted by twinleaf on December 24, 2010, at 18:21:20
In reply to Re: opportunity to support Maxime, posted by Dr. Bob on December 24, 2010, at 15:20:45
This is an unusual situation. Maxime may be blocked for a second time for mentioning an alleged harmful communication from Phillipa via Babblemail. Looking at the whole picture, it is not clear to us whether or not Philippa or her husband misused Babblemail for hurtful purposes. It is clear that no penalty was issued. Maxime has indicated that she is having a very difficult time this Christmas season. She has also told us how much she relies on Babble for support. A block at this point would probably last into February. In addition, her psychiatrist is apparently also reading the boards, looking for evidence of unfair or hurtful treatment of Maxime. If Maxime is given a second block, while none is given to Phillipa, he may feel that this is unfair, and exert strong pressure on her to leave Babble permanently.
While strictly speaking a rephrase is called for, if it doesn't happen, I think it would be far more compassionate and sensible to let the matter drop. Sometimes wisdom lies in not going strictly by the book.
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