From audio journal episode: AJE-2010-05-31-21-52. I thought when I got back in touch with [Judy] a few weeks ago (details here), that things would be different this time. But so far, we’ve only talked once on the phone in nearly … Continue reading
When an already-existing attraction is suppressed due to prejudices, diagnosis biases, and ill-informed judgments, eliciting compassion might work to persuade someone to lower these barriers and allow their underlying feelings to come through. But the joy of being kind is … Continue reading
Dear [Linda], Please forgive my enthusiasm over us, possibly dating. Perhaps I’m writing too often. I’m sorry about that if that’s true. But it’s been so long since I’ve written romantic letters, and so I have much lost time to make … Continue reading
Dear [Emmy], You’ve been my rock these past six years. We’ve spent so many hours talking about so many things. We’ve helped each other through some difficult times, and what’s always impressed me so about you in all that, is … Continue reading
Dear [Ballerina], Hi. How are you? I hope you’re well and that you remember me, because it’s been five years since we last spoke. You remember that summer of 2004 when I winked at you on the web. I wanted … Continue reading
[This lady wanted to go dancing tonight. But I was not attracted to her. So I respnded as follows:] Thanks for the interest, LouAnn. But I don’t feel the chemistry. Sorry. Take care, and good luck in your search. Hopefully, … Continue reading
A while back, I recorded an introduction for a chat line in Philadelphia. I described myself and listed my favorite activities — reading, programming, watching Star Trek, and the like. I said I wanted to meet tall thin women, and … Continue reading
Dear [Melinda], But before I get to that, I’d like to make some initial comments. I wanted to include a few definitions (for the words pity, compassion, and empathy) here for your consideration. Just follow the links to see them. … Continue reading
Dear [Melinda], Yes, clearly it’s no good to go through the motions and pursue a long-term relationship / marriage if one really doesn’t want to. Society should not compel them to do so. I agree. Further, I’m with you on … Continue reading
Dear [Joel], Yep, I must get back to my writing. Today, I’m working on a book of letters. The current letter is written to the women who would refuse to date me because I don’t drive. Put succinctly, it tries … Continue reading