snowbird asked this question on 4/5/2000:

Sir,

Maybe you should make sure to publish all your answers to the abuse and violence questions right up front and let others see just how you answers questions.

I realize that you don't feel that you have enough knowledge about domestic violence and abuse and want to know more. But, when you classify yourself as an expert in an area, you should be able to answer the questions yourself and not depend on someone else to give you advice about the subject. If you want to learn more about the subject, you read what other people are saying in their responses.

My wife and I both have answered your question and, therefore, maybe everyone should read all the messages between you and us.

I never said that I was upset at everyone's answers. In fact, I feel that most of the people in this area, as well as most of the areas I am associated with are good honest, upfront people who know what they are dealing with and do a good job of it.

I spend part of my time on this site reading and rating other people's answers. In that way, I gain insight into areas that I may not have had before.

I invited any one and every one to go to my pages and read my answers and rate them as they see fit. I would appreciate any input I can get into how I am doing, positive or negative. I would welcome it.

Capntom, you started making this a public and personal confrontation.

I was trying to get my point across too.

I hope everyone reads the entire conversation that you and my wife and I had.

Blessings to all.

Paul snowbirdhays@netscape.net

Brandie gave this response on 4/6/2000:

I agree with you and your wife, for some unknown reason this person has launced an attack on you and your wife. This attack in my oppinion is a form of abuse in it's self. I believe if we are experts in abuse, we should not be engaging in any forms of abuse ourselves. We are suppose to be here to help people not hurt people. I have took the time to read you and your wifes comments. I feel they come from the heart and are honest and good answers. I encourage both of you to continue helping those who need your good advice. I know you have made a difference in the peoples lives who need you. I am sorry you and your wife are being attacked (my oppinion) may you overcome this attack in a positive way. It is unfortunate but sometimes people feel the need to revictimize us. You have both overcome many odds in your life and I know you will overcome this. I wish you all the happiness life has to offer. :)

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