@musiclady
I agree that we should all do our best to keep the forum as civil as possible, but I think everyone loses his or her temper, to one degree or another, at times. The difference here is that most members really do try, and things usually gets back on track.
I found a private message in my box accusing me of being a hateful liar and a fake Christian who is dedicated to bringing down Trump's presidency, along with a promise to fight me every step of the way. As it was a private matter, I let the sender have both barrels. I didn't feel obligated to restraint in that setting, nor inclined to humor the lunacy.
You're clearly dealing with a disturbed coward, and had every right to respond with "both barrels."
I am fortunate to have never received one of those vile e-mails from whoever sends them to people who dare to differ with their sacred opinions and feelings, but I know that many have been the victims of personal attacks via PMs.
I guess we just have to accept the fact that in any open forum that while most of us are sane and decent, there are a handful who have a screw or two loose.
If you get any actual threats, however (and someone has done that in the past) make sure you report whoever sent the PM to the Mods.
This is a great forum, and the vast majority of us here don't want anything or any one to bring it down.
@CatherineofAragon