I look for people who are genuine, who have a good heart, a sense of humor, and are accepting. I notice prejudices on many levels~ and defensive posturings, but I try to see beyond that hurt or try to understand what fueled that behavior. To a point~ that person is fearful of learning new things. Many times that bravado is just that, a protective crustiness. Then there are those whose hearts are dead~ murdered by hate~ and that is sad.
I don't care if you are gay, christian, "born again", pagan, wiccian, or purple, red and green. It is what is inside that matters. I try to speak on my experiences, feelings and thoughts. I try not to push things on to people. If you feel how you feel that is fine. But don't prejudge me by how you been treated by someone. Each are responsible for their actions. Just as you ask me to respect your feelings, thoughts and beliefs, then I ask you respect mine. I am not saying your not entitled to your feelings,opinions or thoughts. Just as you expect to be treated well and entitlements remember~
Respect is earned~ not demanded.
What turns me off, are people who: belittle, harm, push upon others that thier "beliefs is absolute and correct". Nothing is ever absolute and one must keep an open mind. To me, until you prove yourself untrust worthy then the door is open. Accept me as I am and don't try to change me.
An if that turns you off~ well that is your issue not mine. ( Next!)
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