I didn’t think using the “laugh” emoji on someone’s comment would cause such a hideous reaction from the commenter.

In one of my hometown Facebook groups, someone posted an encouraging original post regarding “acceptance.” I typically do not respond to things in my hometown groups unless it relates to Elwood’s history or it is posted by, or involves a family or friend.

One member was challenging others and this was one of their comments.

Several paragraphs down, there were several unkind things written about the original post and about others who supported it.

There were several comments by the individual who posted the comment about belittling others. I hit the “laugh” emoji on one of his comments.

Later, I saw there was a recent notice for Facebook Messenger, which I rarely use. Wow. What vitriol.

I’m glad the individual took note and recognized that I am a “useful idiot.”