nxb, that's an interesting take on the matter. Which specific language seems passive-aggressive to you?
Also, how are you defining "excessive" with regards to length? it's 4 paragraphs:
Paragraph 1) Thanks!
Paragraph 2) But no thanks!
Paragraph 3) Here are some alternatives!
Paragraph 4) Let me know how it goes!
Which of those paragraphs do you feel should be cut?
Also, can you walk me through the mental connect-the-dots you used to conclude that "excessive length" = "something to hide"? I find your conclusion fascinating, mostly because I don't understand its underpinnings.
Also, how are you defining "excessive" with regards to length? it's 4 paragraphs:
Paragraph 1) Thanks! Paragraph 2) But no thanks! Paragraph 3) Here are some alternatives! Paragraph 4) Let me know how it goes!
Which of those paragraphs do you feel should be cut?
Also, can you walk me through the mental connect-the-dots you used to conclude that "excessive length" = "something to hide"? I find your conclusion fascinating, mostly because I don't understand its underpinnings.