There is a place and time for every discussion, but only if it is a discussion, with mutual respect for differences in values and opinions. That does not include fascist mandates by those who feel that they have the right to decide, not only for you, but for all of us. If they have so little respect for you and your feelings and beliefs, then, in my most humble opinion they have no right to be considered friends, even cyber-ones.

In other words, I think that you did and said the right thing. Glad that I could ease your discomfort in any way. Don't let them get to ya, sweets!!