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.. Demovictory9 May 2021 #1
Tell her that FDR was crippled as a child, way before the 40's when DDT was invented Beakybird May 2021 #2
Probably should not tell her anything untrue because she will use it to discredit everything said... RockRaven May 2021 #13
This message was self-deleted by its author DenaliDemocrat May 2021 #54
One could always ask why it is that we don't see a polio epidemic. BobTheSubgenius May 2021 #75
Legend in our family was that DDT-sprayed potatos Backseat Driver May 2021 #86
FDR was 39 years old in 1921 when he contracted Polio, definitely NOT a child. He recovered from The_REAL_Ecumenist May 2021 #35
Actually, FDR got polio as an adult. GoCubsGo May 2021 #60
Actually mgardener May 2021 #110
That would be so hard. I am sorry. I get an headache immediately then comes stomach pain. LizBeth May 2021 #3
Hugs Hekate denbot May 2021 #4
What disease does she think you spread to her children? Irish_Dem May 2021 #5
yes, they believe that vaccinated folk are "shedding" the virus. Grasswire2 May 2021 #18
Where do they hear that crap from? SunSeeker May 2021 #24
FECEbook lagomorph777 May 2021 #94
Ahhhhh, FaceBook, the source of all knowledge. At least for NoMoreRepugs May 2021 #131
People spread complete lies on social media IronLionZion May 2021 #113
Opposite of scientific research. Irish_Dem May 2021 #27
Then they should get vaccinated to be protected, period. Liberty Belle May 2021 #29
Yup, had someone close to me say this shit to me this week Marrah_Goodman May 2021 #50
I'd call him on the "my doctor told me" BS. wnylib May 2021 #56
That one drives me nuts. GoCubsGo May 2021 #61
I think one theory is that vaccinated people can become infected, don't become sick, but spread it. Klaralven May 2021 #91
I think they just have no understanding of how the new-technology vaccines work. GoCubsGo May 2021 #101
Only possible good from this is they start wearing masks to protect themselves from the "vaccine" Nevilledog May 2021 #80
+1 yes Silver lining ..whatever it takes luckone May 2021 #105
Hahaha... an ironic twist that could do some good. The Wielding Truth May 2021 #114
Wait -- If the virus isn't worth getting vaccinated for in the first place, then... Beartracks May 2021 #133
How could you spread it DENVERPOPS May 2021 #25
All you can do is try bottomofthehill May 2021 #6
I hope for you and your husband strength and patience. Solly Mack May 2021 #7
This is awful, Hekate!! cilla4progress May 2021 #8
The same scenario is playing out radical noodle May 2021 #9
I know we are not alone, which is why I dared to post this here. I appreciate the support... Hekate May 2021 #119
Sending vibes and hugs, elleng May 2021 #10
... sprinkleeninow May 2021 #11
FDR was crippled by Polio, a disease that was eradicated by... Downtown Hound May 2021 #12
No, FDR was NOT a child when he contracted Polio, He was 39 YEARS old, (1921), a practising atty in The_REAL_Ecumenist May 2021 #19
I already corrected it. Downtown Hound May 2021 #20
Sorry. Didn't see it. The_REAL_Ecumenist May 2021 #36
TY for that info.. & Cha May 2021 #23
get on the phone, tell her she's a brat and tell her to shut up TomDaisy May 2021 #14
I'll second that! (nt) NoRethugFriends May 2021 #43
Tell her to quit disrespecting her father. LakeArenal May 2021 #64
Parents who talk to their kids in that way often lose access to their grandkids womanofthehills May 2021 #124
Can't begin to imagine canetoad May 2021 #15
Am hanging in there. You too. Hekate May 2021 #42
... AKwannabe May 2021 #16
Sanity Vibes coming your Cha May 2021 #17
There should be some changes made to your will. Trusts for grandkids that certain adults cant touch. ZonkerHarris May 2021 #21
Seriously? Over a shot? I know its important for sure jimfields33 May 2021 #47
Kindest thing she can do for the daughter lostnfound May 2021 #51
I guess that's true. jimfields33 May 2021 #52
Post didn't say "take her out of will", only to have separate trusts for grandkids lostnfound May 2021 #115
How did she become an anti-vaxxer with such rational parents? SunSeeker May 2021 #22
Sometimes kids want to be opposite Tree Lady May 2021 #103
Short version: if you lose a baby to SIDS, there is a whole movement to tell you it was vaccines.... Hekate May 2021 #118
Sending good wishes. I know a similar situation, and the 'obsessive' person is bi polar. MerryBlooms May 2021 #26
Sending blessings and good thoughts. I know of very similar situation. It's hard! KatK May 2021 #28
I'm so sorry! Buckeye_Democrat May 2021 #30
I'd hit that bottle one more time. SergeStorms May 2021 #31
That's been my observation too. Buckeye_Democrat May 2021 #37
I'm so sorry. JohnnyRingo May 2021 #32
He is absolutely to blame for this. John Fante May 2021 #39
Thanks for sharing this. I think we've all been through something similar with friends /family C Moon May 2021 #33
Thank you all so much for the support. It lasted an hour & 38 minutes. Gah. I feel better... Hekate May 2021 #34
I'm so sorry, Hekate. Does this mean her kids have Covid pnwmom May 2021 #38
No, and I don't think they are sick. One child already had a rash & it got worse. Another child... Hekate May 2021 #41
All of us adults and our significant others have gotten their vaccines. pnwmom May 2021 #48
She unfriended me 3+ years ago, & I kind of soured on FB as a platform... Hekate May 2021 #120
If you want to be in your grandkids life, arguing with their mom is never a good idea womanofthehills May 2021 #126
I agree completely. I refuse to fight with her, but she has become obsessive about this issue... Hekate May 2021 #135
Is she preventing you from interacting with your grandchildren? I am so sorry! n/t pnwmom May 2021 #127
Not as such, or at least not any more since we moved away... Hekate May 2021 #136
I can only imagine. pnwmom May 2021 #140
How's your husband? mgardener May 2021 #111
He takes it less hard than I do, altho he needed to decompress after he hung up the phone Hekate May 2021 #121
I'm so sorry for you and your husband, Hekate. smirkymonkey May 2021 #40
We need an national detox. too many suffer along with you. SleeplessinSoCal May 2021 #44
I'm late to support you, but I have an adult daughter, too. herding cats May 2021 #45
i know MFM008 May 2021 #46
We laugh around here when it's strangers in Walmart, but it's shocking and tragic when it's in... TreasonousBastard May 2021 #49
What exactly are we (vaccinated people) supposed to be shedding? LisaL May 2021 #53
It's stupefying how reasonable parents can have unreasonable children DFW May 2021 #55
I just heard about "shedding" of proteins yesterday. It's BS. Show this article to your daughter. panader0 May 2021 #57
There is no point -- she won;t believe any of it obamanut2012 May 2021 #63
"All you can do" is all you can do. Hang on. nt Atticus May 2021 #58
I so feel for you. We have one of those in our family too. mainer May 2021 #59
I'm so sorry to read that. MineralMan May 2021 #62
As a fully vaccinated person Raftergirl May 2021 #65
Hang in there my friend. sheshe2 May 2021 #66
I have one nephew who doesn't want to be vaccinated malaise May 2021 #67
Sending vibes for protection and peace for you and your husband. niyad May 2021 #68
The lax and anti-vaxxers are very worrisome. ananda May 2021 #69
I want to give you this Hekate bdamomma May 2021 #70
I would give her information about Polio and Smallpox and the devastation it caused Maraya1969 May 2021 #71
Hey! mgardener May 2021 #112
Doing that is what got me unfriended from her FB group. I was naive... Hekate May 2021 #122
Yea, you probably made a very good point and someone became very uncomfortable. Maraya1969 May 2021 #132
Sad to say, there are still cases of polio in Afghanistan and Pakistan womanofthehills May 2021 #125
There are remote places in Pakistan and Africa where public health teams have been murdered... Hekate May 2021 #137
Duplicate, sorry Hekate May 2021 #138
If she reads, ancianita May 2021 #72
I'm so sorry my beautiful friend duhneece May 2021 #73
Sending my best... Snackshack May 2021 #74
Your daughter might be in the Qanon cult sobenji May 2021 #76
Remember when dealing with stressful encounters like this.... KS Toronado May 2021 #77
Unfortunately Anti-Vaxxers are not aligned with Rethugs, they exist in all parties and walks of life Tommymac May 2021 #78
This is very disheartening to hear. Fringe non-science tearing people apart. BobTheSubgenius May 2021 #79
... Nevilledog May 2021 #81
I recommend... jcgoldie May 2021 #82
Glad the party was very nice, Hekate. As for this, it will pass. Hortensis May 2021 #83
You have my deepest sympathy. hay rick May 2021 #84
Had a short conversation with an anti-vaxxer who came to our rummage sale last wknd... Heartstrings May 2021 #85
gah, ive given up on these people. full stop. AllaN01Bear May 2021 #87
I'm sorry seta1950 May 2021 #88
You done your best. You both have kept it coming from a place of love. There comes ... marble falls May 2021 #89
There have been a few times that MOMFUDSKI May 2021 #90
Then why TheFarseer May 2021 #92
You have my sympathy and prayers and thank you for welcoming both into your thread Dreampuff May 2021 #93
I'm so sorry. :( Sending you a big hug, from someone in a similar situation, just haven't reached chia May 2021 #95
If your husband is attempting rationality, it won't work TrogL May 2021 #96
It's heartbreaking when someone you care about chooses fear over science dlk May 2021 #97
Same for my sister's long-time evangelical friend, BUT... Buckeye_Democrat May 2021 #102
Nothing like a good dose of reality to wake people up dlk May 2021 #128
I hope you're feeling better today lunatica May 2021 #98
My best thoughts and prayers to the Gods that be, to help you in dealing w/ this ... SWBTATTReg May 2021 #99
check out this. it might help... Javaman May 2021 #100
Healing vibes on the way! 💗💗💗 SheltieLover May 2021 #104
Not much worse than fighting with relatives lillypaddle May 2021 #106
Don't bother alotus51 May 2021 #107
So sad but he put in the effort good for him some won't come around the first time keep trying luckone May 2021 #108
I'm so sorry XanaDUer2 May 2021 #109
My sympathies. I have a similar situation. NH Ethylene May 2021 #116
Sending good vibes, it will be ok! CaptainTruth May 2021 #117
I am so sorry to hear you and your husband are going through this. crickets May 2021 #123
Two fingers of whiskey. A dollop of cool whip :) . sarcasmo May 2021 #129
Send her this (link) Beachnutt May 2021 #130
I'm sorry about this. It is always difficult when a family member PatrickforB May 2021 #134
It takes two to argue. Set boundries. Kaleva May 2021 #139
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