Posted by Dennis O'C (207.70.186.21) on August 31, 1999 at 02:16:38:
In Reply to: multiple cause ideas....+ related thoughts on posting posted by gary g on August 29, 1999 at 12:22:16:
I think yer "model as a base for discussion" is a very important piece of work that I hate to see quickly scrolling to the archives. I, for one, find it meaty, have printed it out and will post in relation to it after much thought.
Some structure such as this is vital. Just as essential ,if not more so, than the new links,"quiz", etc that DJ continues to add which help to define terms and create some form to the ever emerging growing pile of information being spewed here. Your methodology and approach in this post could and should be the beginning of a skeletal form which would certainly evolve into a meaningful "picture" of the beast. That would be the most important body of work this site could offer. It will take someone like you to pull it off. No pressure...here.
Of course...."growing up, getting serious, and becoming more disciplined" is not my strong suit. But hey...I only post 1% of the silliness that goes through my head as I visit this site. I came here a comedic actor with a lifetime of philosophic, theologic, and trancendental studies and experiences....in short...a prankster.
I do not agree with everything you say....but if I had to pick someone to apply the Socratic method (minus the hemlock) to the puzzle pieces that are growing here...you top the list....once again...no pressure.
I hope you continue to refine "the model". I'm not the only Clown With Clusters who is listening very closely.
Thanks
DEN