To the editor:
Re: "Why I write this column," Aug. 26. I wish I had written in a few weeks ago, after you ran the letters panning Dr. Davidicus Wong's column, to tell Dr. Wong that I read his column, I appreciate it and I think he's right to keep writing it. Those letters were not only mean-spirited, they also overlooked a salient aspect of newspaper reading: if you don't like a columnist, don't read the column. It's that simple.
I think Hasiuk's a boob so I don't read his column. I think Geoff Olson is pretty brilliant so I read his. K&K usually makes me smile, so I read it. Dr. Wong sometimes gives me a perspective shift, so I read his. Writing is a difficult cognitive activity and Dr. Wong is willing to put his thoughts into words. Don't beat him up for it if you don't want to read them-just turn the page. He really didn't deserve the attacks but he took them on the chin, paused for reflection, and came back with an honest reaction. Thanks for that, Dr. Wong, and keep writing.
Pat Dobie, Vancouver
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To the editor:
It is unfortunate that three letter writers attacked Dr. Wong's column and that he found it necessary to question why he wrote for the paper. My family members and many other readers value his wisdom. We learn from the various topics he writes about and reflect on our daily practices. It is obvious that the three letter writers could benefit from reading Dr. Wong's column and reflect on their own mean-spirited practices.
Gwena Schuck,
Vancouver
