Hello Gerda

I’m glad it was meant as a metaphor.

I misunderstood given the force of your assertion. Never, in any part of my life to this point - online, IRL, anonymous, face to face - has my life’s journey, my believes and values, been equated to Hitler. Never!

Gerda, your words hold a certain power to me. I respect you and your views. And I listen. And your words are having an affect. Something will be strengthened, or altered, or discarded. I’m not sure which it will be. Still considering.

At 53, I do know how rare my world view is. How almost singular I am with my beliefs and convictions. It has served me very well in life. The middle ground. Looking to all sides. Most interesting solutions and resolutions are possible from that vantage point.

For what it’s worth, I do realize, and believe I understand, your view. You were well spoken and clear. Sorry my post didn’t convey that.

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Feelings are fleeting.
Be better, not bitter.
Love the person, forgive the sin.