From One of the People Asking For a Safe Spot on the Board

[gratitude28]

I just received this lovely message:

[You are one of the most hurtful people on this board.
Take your tough selfish alcoholic stance and go somewhere
else. The most vulnerable people in the world come here...
not tough broads with brain damage like you.
/quote]

[Iphi]

Jeez gratitude I'm sorry to hear you received such a message. 

[gratitude28]

Yes, me too. Thank you, Iphi. Fortunately, I think the "Good eggs" outweigh the "Bad eggs" here.
Love, Beth

[lighter]

Ummmmm..... tell me you're joking about that message, gratitude?

::shaking head in disgust::

I'm so sorry you received that..... can you block that person from your mailbox? 

I sure hope so.

 

[JanetLG]

Gratitude,

I'm sorry you were sent that.

I've always found you to be sensible, and even-handed, and very thoughtful.

Unlike the person who sent you that PM.

You posted something yesterday which I thought was very important. You said : "This is not a game."

Some people, obviously, think that it is.


Janet

[tayana]

Gratitude,

I'm sorry you received such a hateful reply.  I have always appreciated your advice.

[gratitude28]

((((((((((((((((((Thanks all))))))))))))))

I care about the people here. I feel like we are a family more than anything. I appreciate your kindness. I was pretty shocked, but, as I said, there are enough people here who care about each other that one person cannot hurt me. Another life lesson *sigh.*

Love, Beth

[Ami]

It does not sound like any regular board member(by the words or tone). I bet it is just someone trying to be a "jerk" and  mess with you. and  the board,in general. To me,it does not sound like a real "complaint". It sounds like a bad and crude"joke(in poor taste)---like a Crank call.It sounds like a simple ASS.
   You are so sweet and kind to everyone. I can't see that someone could ever really "mean" what they say in that way.
                    Ami

[gratitude28]

It IS a regular board member. I think this is enough that she see I will not run from her rudeness.
Love, Beth

[changing]

Gratitude-

Is there any way to find out who posted those dog droppings? There must be some method...If so I have a firm reply, free of personal attacks, damaging expletives and flames, ready. Remember, Dear Gratitude, a dog may bark at a Queen, but the Queen need not bark back. Forget this kooky bizarro barking post-We can demonstrate the self-moderating model here, rather than create a big scene over these sub-cretinous canine evacuations. Ptooey. Peweee-I hope that I haven't stepped on any of those words...I must look on the bottom of my shoes...

Love to you Gratitude,

Changing

[lighter]

For the love'a Pete..... why would someone message you like that?

Makes no sense at all... ::shaking head::

It sure didn't sound like a joke to me either: /

[gratitude28]

Hi Changing,
I know who the person is. I am not going to "out" the person, as I still believe we all need a voice here. This was rude and mean and I hope the person will think twice before attacking someone here again. I also think it is unbelievable that this person is screaming out that people don't feel safe here while posting this sort of garbage.
love, Beth

[changing]

Gratitude-

You are a regal being and truly noble. I understand your rationale- I only hope the poster recognizes what you are doing, and takes the opportunity to apologize and make proper amends . Please , whoever did this, take hold of yourself, and apologize.

Love You My Friend,

Changing

[Iphi]

By the way, even though in general I don't think it is cool to post PMs, I definitely think posting that PM was the right thing to do. Sunshine is a great antiseptic.

[Certain Hope]

Dear Beth,

I am so sorry you received that. Sounds like someone is trying to intimidate you.
 Even considering the source, etc, etc... it still hurts to hear... please just don't let that nastiness trouble your heart.

With love,
Carolyn