Thanks again, esp. today when I needed a little lift! You always seem to find the right words and analogies for what I am feeling, what I suspect most of us are feeling.

The child inside of us, not only can't open his gift, but he must even deny having it.

Oh yeah. How it hurts...

I am constantly amazed that so many of us grew up to be the caring, decent people that I have met on this board.

The process of remaining so caring, in the face of hatred and constant denial, seems like a struggle sometimes. But the glimpses of love from girls I encounter and the support from all the good people here help me to endure.

I'm sure he'd prove that he can play well with others and that he is a caring, sharing, contributing member of society.

No doubt in my mind. If only that chance could come, it would be a...