Letters to the Editor
-
The point of my letters is not to lecture anyone
The point of my letters is not to lecture anyone, but rather to counter the many early and rather nasty letters where Salon readers accused the author of breaking her husband's spirit. So, I've mearly being pointing out that motorcycle racing is dangerous, much more so than responsible riding on the street. I've also tried to point out that maybe if you are married, you should think about what your death or serious injury while engaging in a hobby or sport would mean to your spouse and children.
I know a widow who lost her husband to hangliding. He had been hangliding for 25 to 30 years. He was extremely knowledgeable and experienced in the sport. She supported him in his pursuit. Then, one day, he fell from the sky while his friends and wife watched. 5 years later she is still heartbroken and most of his friends gave up the sport. I'm guessing that she wouldn't mind it if he had been just a little less exciting and daring.
You shouldn't give up on Salon because of my letters! When has any magazine, TV program, song, or movie ever made you passionately think about life like this story has? Be mad at me if you want, but Salon.com is something that deserves your support.