You look ugly as hell, but no offence, it's not your fault.
Clearly the same type of comment, clearly rude and not appropriate.

Anyway, i can see where you're coming from Robson. If a freelancer cannot commit to the project in my personal opinion they shouldn't even touch it. With that many brick walls i'm surprised you've held your composure too. At least this shows (with Ant) that there are a few good bricks in the wall that might help you get through it.