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Originally Posted by Evenstar
Thanks so much for your responses.
I addressed that comment to "you guys," after a number of posters had personally attacked me.
On a forum like this one, there are only words. Hateful words and comments as the "Sticks and stones."
I've tried to explain this several times, but most of my critics here don't seem to understand: I suffered a rather severe head injury when I was very young, which damaged much of the left side of my brain. So I have some major language problems. Putting my thoughts into words is very difficult, since I am only able to think in images. I am very direct and extremely literal - that's the only way that I can communicate. I was also taught to stand up for myself and for my beliefs. If that comes across as "very arrogant and bull headed", then I'm sorry.
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Evenstar, I have observed your postings in several threads and it is very obvious to me that you are extremely passionate in your beliefs and truly love and respect the beautiful waterways of New Hampshire.
I have known about your brain injury for a short while and am indeed impressed that you have overcome your language problems. I would never have guessed the difficulty you speak of. You have obviously worked very hard to overcome your shortfalls and I salute you for that.
I post here from time to time and, for the most part, don't run into much opposition of my views or information that I present. I can think of only one or two individuals who like to poke, prod and argue. Further exchange within the thread only causes more opposition because some folks are as entrenched in their opinions as I am in mine.
There comes a time when it is best to present one's case, discuss it a bit and not pursue it if it is apparent that the audience is not responding the way you would like. Sometimes it is best to just let it go, rather than get upset and further your own grief.
There is no pass/fail in forums such as this one. Sometimes it is best to retreat with dignity. I wish you all the best.