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Creation is not defined by you or me.

There is plenty of room for all to enjoy the possibilities here regardless of philosophy on creation. To exist in OS you are a creator from the start. We also use each others things without profiting, so it really isn't greedy. Because of the freedoms there will be some who abuse it, that is naturally expected on any platform with such lenience and tolerance.  For the most part the people are respectful.  

It is not productive to gripe and gossip about others and I see it as a form of poison that is contagious - and I firmly stand against poisoning people.  

Just my thoughts.  


Another thought- 

When we go to the grocery store its very normal and ok to purchase the generic brand of a product.   This is not considered stealing this is called a "knock off".  It is considered fair.  Knock offs are accepted in every industry.  Otherwise the product suppliers become a monopoly. That is a whole different type of unhealthy.  

Give each other a break.  Blatant copying is perhaps tacky but I do not think it is malicious.  

How about instead of being upset with each other and saying offensive things - try creating something to offer as a replacement for the products that may be unauthorized reproductions.  That is a productive way to say the same thing.  

Some of us are having the best virtual experience possible.  You could too.