Roadmn295:
IMHO;
What is in it for you to "take in" what the nay sayers, who hide behind their keyboards, have to say about you, or what you post. I was a pro at taking others negativity in, and still on occasion do it, but am getting much better in recognizing it sooner now. It is most likely that most of these same people would never say any negativity to you personally. By allowing them to alter your person, they win. If nothing else, do not let others accomplish their weak ass being, and having some form of control in your thought process.
Think about what is written, and if it does not serve your highest goal for self, let it go. The sooner that I let go of feelings that do not serve me well, the sooner I am better with myself, and the happier I am. This not only applies, for me, to the internet, but in life. I can choose to let go of taking in things that do not serve me positively, although it is one of the hardest things I can do in life, since my ego lives in the safety of the past.
There is an actual felling in my body that causes this reaction that has very little to do with what is currently taking place, but from past encounters in my youth. My ego has found a comfortable place to protect me from attack, but it is not a good place, although it seems very comfortable. My ego is very strong, and does not want me to leave that place. It is a battle that I must fight daily, since my ego has had over 60 years to want me to go with what it knows, and perceives as safe.
Thank you for your post. It has made me think about my own struggles which can only serve me well.
What do I know, but I did stay at a holiday Inn last night.

As usual feel free to flame me, I have my asbestos shorts on this morning.
Heath & happiness to you and yours.........