You being so awkward has done more for my sense of compassion than anything else.

Yes, I know they are saying that guy had AS. But I am strong enough to not feel burdened by this. First of all, no one has officially come out and said that this is what he had. It's just rumor. And secondly, so what? I've got enough on my plate just dealing with my own issues. You don't have to worry about me taking on someone else's shame and embarrassment. I've never done this before and don't plan on starting!

But I do have to say that I felt like you were especially attentive to me today. It is good not to always have to spell things out and just to have a listening ear while I express those complaints that I keep bottled up inside.

Thanks so much for the gift! I didn't give you one this year, but you're going to a tropical island for the next two weeks. I think you're pampered enough!