cmsa; i just read a timely article about the paradox of a humans need to connect with other souls (both human and animal), while at the same time, eventually, we all end up fearing the pain of love and avoiding intimacy in order to protect ourselves from it...THIS IS REASON #465 WHY I LOVE THE BREWERY AND FACEBOOK; to me, both fell like safe, secure platforms where I can make lovely heartfelt connections, while retaining strong boundaries and an inviolate personal space, to which I can take refuge any time i'm feeling fearful.. Just knowing i have a safe "homeplace" gives me the courage to explore...