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To: George S. Montgomery who wrote (185)	12/23/1999 12:43:00 PM
From: Ilaine	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 206

It is true that I have little stomach for being anything other than myself. Good observation. In retrospect, I regret pushing away my "baby" brother when he wanted to talk about us as a family, and I wanted to think of myself as an individual. As an example. I did observe that you were reaching out for genuine, non-superficial human contact, but my perception was that you were asking politely. We do have the opportunity to respond to each other in a genuine way, if we want to. There may be the problem of unsolicited jerks jeering and snarling, and generally making us self-conscious, but so far that isn't a problem on this thread. I found SI to be very beneficial when I had a bad spell with rheumatoid arthritis from September, 1998 through June, 1999. I was too disabled to interact with anyone but my family and the people on SI, so it was great for me. I've met people that have enriched my inner life incredibly. I wish I could say we are all friends here. So far, at least on this thread, that seems to be true. So please don't feel self-conscious.

To: George S. Montgomery who wrote (185)	12/23/1999 1:36:00 PM
From: Edwarda	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 206

George, as you must know, I agree wholeheartedly with Coby. Remember, "To every thing there is a season...." Looking for more personal relations and interpersonal interaction must be appropriate to your person right now; therefore, you find yourself doing it. It is a healthy thing to do, to follow your instincts and further your own well-being. Coby found something and supportive from her interactions on SI at a time when it was needed and welcome. As you know, so have I. When my uncle was so ill and died recently, the warmth and thoughtfulness on SI were of real help--not only the public postings but also the PMs trying to think of ways to deal with the dilemma of trying to keep him in the hospital or get him to follow medical advice. In a number of difficult times and special ways, friends on SI have added to the 3D world. They are not a substitute; rather, they are an enhancement. Being a serene hermit is a fine way to be. However, this may not be wholly the season for it for you. Even a frond moves with the shifting currents. So what's the story with the ear?