Give me old-fashioned leeway.

Leeway. That’s my word of the day. I want leeway. Especially when I sit down. And write my thoughts.  And post ‘em. Particularly, in my blog. Which I do. Virtually every day.  Some people tell me. I don’t want to hear your thoughts. Well, that’s easily accomplished. Don’t read what I write. I might get up on a soap box, too. In a public park. And tout my political views. I’m really asking for. A little bit of leeway. . To express myself. In a reasonable manner. About almost anything.  For those who don’t like such boldness. Ignore me. Meanwhile, I’ll grant others leeway. To disagree. Politely. Yes. Yes. I’m concerned. That we’ve lost, as a society, the practice. Of granting almost everyone. A fair-mannered hearing. When all it takes. Is old-fashioned leeway. --Jim Broede