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atg, kd and dottie, Yes we are all different and we should celebrate that. I'm certainly glad we're all different because if I had to deal with a site full of people exactly like me then I would probably be bald from pulling my own hair out in frustration!

w_i, i like the thing about have subscriptions instead of issues, lol. i think i have a few myself and i definitely think that we can use our past experiences to the good here...to help us really relate to one another and offer genuine support that comes from someone who says "i have been (or am) there."

Place, thank you for your kind words. I think sometimes that for those of us who have had to be silent for so long that sometimes silence is all we have. you words, when you are able to give them are always appreciated. thank you for your many kindnesses.

Fuzzy, thank you for your heartfelt apology here and for your kind words. i know that there are many instances where you have reacted out of love and understanding and not pain and my wish for you is that time will bring you to a place where you are free from that pain altogether. That is my wish for all of us here.

((((((((((Vicki))))))))))) thank you for what you've said. I am really glad that I've gotten to know you here. Just remember that the 'everyone' that is special here also includes YOU. you and the entire constellation are important and special. remember it.

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and those are hugs for everyone who has replied as well as everyone who is still forumlating a response. take care of yourselves.

with a lot of love,
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