Ian, I have to echo what some other people here have said...when I saw that you had replied to some of the posts here, I gave a little internal cheer. And your responses have been very heartfelt and supportive, I think. I can't possibly imagine anyone laughing at you about them.

One thing you may find, too, is that the more you share, and the more you support others, the more support you get in return.

Anyway, I am so proud of you for taking this step...it was a big one and shows that what a lot of us here were saying all along is right...you are a very special person! : )

*hugs*
mj