Thanks for this essay. So glad I live in a diverse area. I would not want to live where you live, no matter how nice the scenery and how decent many of the people are. I know that sounds mean, but it's how I feel. I'm glad to hear you're taking care of yourself. It's the most important thing. Don't feel guilty. You were deprived of a safe and healthy childhood in many ways and didn't deserve that. You deserve to live a healthy and happy life and I hope you do. You are a gifted writer and thinker and a caring, decent person. It's depressing and scary to just read about the cast of characters you describe, but I appreciate your insider/outsider insights and rooting for your continued recovery from all if it. Hate, paranoia, fear. Not healthy. It's seeped into American culture everywhere now through the news and reality of the day, and I'm trying to use my imagination to focus on healthier and happier thoughts by taking time to read fun mystery books, walk my dogs, and exercise. Stay well and write when you can. No pressure. Your recovery, health and studies are most important. It's time to take care of and rescue you.
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Thanks for this essay. So glad I live in a diverse area. I would not want to live where you live, no matter how nice the scenery and how decent many of the people are. I know that sounds mean, but it's how I feel. I'm glad to hear you're taking care of yourself. It's the most important thing. Don't feel guilty. You were deprived of a safe and healthy childhood in many ways and didn't deserve that. You deserve to live a healthy and happy life and I hope you do. You are a gifted writer and thinker and a caring, decent person. It's depressing and scary to just read about the cast of characters you describe, but I appreciate your insider/outsider insights and rooting for your continued recovery from all if it. Hate, paranoia, fear. Not healthy. It's seeped into American culture everywhere now through the news and reality of the day, and I'm trying to use my imagination to focus on healthier and happier thoughts by taking time to read fun mystery books, walk my dogs, and exercise. Stay well and write when you can. No pressure. Your recovery, health and studies are most important. It's time to take care of and rescue you.