Posted by Cass on September 21, 1999, at 1:06:52
In reply to Re: The Twisted Shield of Social Status, posted by Colleen on September 20, 1999, at 0:02:10
I want to thank everyone who has lent their support to me on this issue. The topic I wrote about often makes me feel alienated and alone because it seems that so few people are open to seeing anything but the facades that others present. I learned very negative things during my childhood: I was aware that most people revered social status and overlooked or ignored personal character; it seemed that child abuse and neglect didn't diminish anyone's opinion of my parents. I learned that most people are looking for power and popularity in friends and could care less about genuine goodness. Consequently, I treasure all of your comments; they remind me that not everyone is so shallow and that not everyone condones child abuse. I need to keep that in mind. It's not that I've never known anyone who isn't shallow, but it sure seems like those sensitive people are few and far between. I needed to get something off my chest, and I'm so glad I did. I got more than I expected.
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