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"Invite only" a term that makes it seem like I'm hiding something. But really, I'm not.

Here's what's happened: since I have used the word "Corrymeela" my blog has been targeted by Google. This means that there are several staff members at Corrymeela who have subscribed to my blog. I want to clarify to you, dear Reader, that I am not trying to hide anything from the Corrymeela staff. I could care less if they read this or watch the video blogs. My criticisms of Corrymeela are not anything that couldn't be said outloud here at the Centre.

What I can't handle is the Northern Irish (well, it probably exists in the South too) sense of humor. The staff thinks it's funny to tease me about what I write/say on this blog. This would be perfectly fine with me except for the fact that they do not talk to me unless it is to needle me about my video blogs. I love joking/teasing/sarcasm etc. when it's between friends. When it's from a practical stranger that you consider as someone more akin to a boss or employer, I don't like it. Not one bit. And that's because I am American and not Ulster. This blog was meant for family and friends anyway.

To conclude, for cultural differences, I am putting this blog under "Invite Only."