I have certainly thought the same things at times that you communicated in your note, and even gave it much thought. However my convictions are very strong and changing religions is not an option.

Though I have been suffering with extreme loneliness, detachment, and even depression (to some extent) over the past three months, that has not always been the case. I've gone years without these strong emotions, though they do creep up now and then. I would say that this is the longest period of time. Perhaps a large part of my issues now with the loneliness is with a shrinking support network. I think I mentioned that many of my close friends have moved on to other areas or to other stages in life where they are not as available anymore.