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In reply to the discussion: First time in 60 years I felt true hatred last night, [View all]MyMission
(1,849 posts)And bad records of inclusion. Jews and blacks used to be banned from them, and other "undesirables" too. They want a certain type.
I can see how they might be appealing for socializing, and activities, but obviously they still want a certain type and draw people of a certain type.
Obviously not who I (or you) would want to socialize with! So they're not our kind of people either, the country club set.
I am so sorry you had to deal with such hate and ignorance, and would probably have had the same feelings of hatred, frustration and betrayal that you felt.
My brother is "slow" and one of the most remarkable people I know. He was called a retard in the 1960's, sent to a special school. When he wanted to attend the high school I had attended he needed a 9th grade reading level to enter. I worked with him and he got his reading level up, graduated from the same high school I did, and even went on to take classes at the community college (because I was in college). He's slow, not stupid. It may take him a bit longer but he learns. He drives, lives independently with a roommate. And has more kindness and compassion than most people I know.
And about golf: I often think golf courses should be turned into farms and gardens; and golfers should become farmers and gardeners and get their exercise while growing edible or beautiful, fragrant plants. Maybe you and your daughter can take up that hobby?!?