I'm reminded that there's most likely an abundance of us here that have been a target of bullying at some time or another.
Let me be clear, I'm not dismissing what happened to you... what you described in detail is absolutely frightening. It takes strength to talk about it and to address it. I don't believe that people just "get over it", ever. I have my own stories about being on the receiving end.
I didn't know you back then. Whatever the impact this had on you, I'm glad that you are you. You're the person who treats everyone like you've known them for years, and so easy to talk to. For whatever it's worth, that's my opinion. Also, I've seen you put your foot down here and there when necessary due to unnecessary comments.
I'm way over tired so I certainly hope that I'm making sense. I'm off to sleep. 
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