Actually, that very concern has made me a good deal more circumspect on Mudcat lately. I am becoming less willing to be forthright and open about a lot of things, for fear of being branded with all kinds of nasty labels. This, mostly because people are so caught up in their own fear and loathing of whatever aspect of life that they seem little inclined to actually inquire as to what someone else meant by saying something, but rather just to consign that someone to one of their personal hit lists for demonic bad guys.

It's sad.

The fact is, if any of these upset people actually knew me in person, they would find me moderate, reasonable, law-abiding, and probably pretty likeable...although not perfect.

Matter of fact, I am sure they would.

I quite honestly do not know what to do about it, and I doubt that there is much I can do about it, so I am being a little more careful all the time. Which means, in effect, I am withdrawing bit by bit.

- LH