((((((((Jax))))))))))))

I do the attitude thing a lot. Mostly with people IRL, apparently it's now a "game" to my friends to see if they get a reaction out of me.

You will not be a hermit because I won't allow it since I like seeing you here. Your dogs aren't suffering, they love you unconditionally. Have you read my siggie lately?

The other person - did you find out if they were insulting you or not? Sometimes we just react, some people are more emotional thinkers (I am!). Next time someone says something or does something and you would normally react negatively - think seriously about whether or not they actually mean to hurt you, or think about how much you'll have bad feelings after you do it. Always try to think through things before reacting, although it isn't foolproof by any means and it takes practice.

Actually, now that I think of it - my suggestion sucks, but oh well. I'm sorry for not making much sense.