> I'm going to regret posting this, as I always do when I make one of my rare posts. I feel unworthy of this message board, because I never post anything of significance or take part in serious discussions. I am so uncertain of myself and my opinions that, really, I don't *have* many opinions. I can be easily swayed by an opposing argument. I simply can't make a stand, because I'm so insecure. If I post anything resembling an opinion, I feel sick with anxiety for a day or so afterwards, just waiting for someone to cut me down. Probably not logical, but I can't explain that to my emotions.

You know, as I read this, I thought that you should know that none of what you have said here makes a whit of difference as to whether or not we love you as a person. I know I'm not alone when I say that I think you're wonderful, and while I probably couldn't put into words the exact reasons why, I don't think it really matters. I know that I like you, and I know that this is based on years of chatting with you.

I hope this doesn't come across as vague, because I mean it to be specific to you. I wish that I could sit down and chat with you face to face, so that you wouldn't have to wonder if I was paying attention and interested. You would know, because you would see the interest in my face. It's there, you know, every time I chat with you or read something you post.

> But I'm going to post this anyway.

And I'm glad you did. Good or bad, I care about you and I want to know what's happening in your life.

> Maryam

Don Monkey