The Bodda Getta

Obie, stick in there pal.

I have gone through similar things on other boards so I know something of your frustration and pain with this. But never leave and simply give in to the bullies.

There will always be a contingent that will degrade what you say and put words in your mouth. There is nothing you can do to change their opinions or perceptions, for the most part. There is another smaller group that will support you as an individual and your right to freely express yourself even if they don't agree. A third small group doesn't care one way or the other.

I admire your flexibility. I can see you are sensitive to criticism or being singled out without justification. That's normal.

Thanks for being up to the challenge!