I am posting one of the rules from the TOS here, as a reminder of what websleuths is about. My intent is not to offend or accuse anyone of anything, but just to gently remind everyone of the TOS. This is rule no. 11:
"11. Please note that Websleuths is a victim friendly forum therefore we do not permit name calling of victims. Please tread carefully in this area. Discussion of victims and families is permitted but name calling and foundless accusations will not be allowed."
The bolding is mine and I am respectfully requesting that we all (me included) remember that the Anthony family are victims. They are victims of Casey's lies and her betrayal.
To me, watching the court hearing today, I could clearly see the pain in the faces of Casey's parents. They are doing the best they can in a nightmarish situation, trying to work with a daughter that obviously has some pretty big mental issues.
Regardless of whether we like them or agree with their methods, we should not attack them. They know (and I do believe they know) that Caylee is gone and like most parents/grandparents I'm sure they are desparate to bring her home. They know their daughter played a role in Caylee's disappearance and it appears to me they are heartsick over it.
We have had a few posters in this thread talk about the issues they have personally had to deal with because of a family member that has some of the same types of issues that afflict Casey. They freely admit it has not been easy for them or their family member.
So I guess, in my very long winded way, I'm asking everyone to feel free to attack actions, but not the people.
Thanks for reading.....
Salem