Your not a coward, you just don't enjoy hateful comments hurled your way just because you shared your thoughts. Too many people can't separate ideas from the people who have them. Those who are hateful are also intellectually immature with their own problems in life. Anyone who comments about the quality of person you are based on the degree to which they agree with you isn't worth thinking about...I know easier said then done! Anyway, I enjoy your writing and your personality that shines through it. Keep it up!