Emily, while we do indeed live in a world which has been less than kind to ill or otherwise "different" people, that is hardly an excuse to promote old and hysterical stereotypes about those who are different from you. I imagine the people you "polled" about your image choices are not that different from you, in which case I suggest expanding your circle of friends (if not your mind). Poor choices notwithstanding, I do think you are talented.
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