Hi Janet, Please deep up the good work , do not let him get you down you are loved here. Janice ----- Original Message ----- From: janet paterson <[log in to unmask]> To: <[log in to unmask]> Sent: Sunday, August 29, 1999 2:46 AM Subject: perceptions > hi all > > i am flabbergasted yet again > > some see me as eloquent > some see me as a demagogue > > i write what i feel compelled to > after much thought and concern and selection > > i seek expression and understanding and clarity > i abhor power and control mongering > > i quit the title and 'prestige' of 'co-list-mom' > due to the perceptions of some others > > should i stop writing > due to fear of what others may see in my words > regardless of my intent? > > should i silence my voice? > > janet > > janet paterson > 52 now / 41 dx / 37 onset > po box 171, almonte, ontario, canada, K0A 1A0 > a new voice: <http://www.geocities.com/SoHo/Village/6263/> > <mailto:[log in to unmask]> >