OK......
First off, I am the friend Lionox was defending. I've reread about a dozen times and I truly feel she did so with her usual grace including an apology. I also reread my own posts, bewildered at what could have been misconstrued as aggression because I just don't roll that way. I didn't see any, but as Noc pointed out, you can't read tone in text, and in that spirit, I apologize that you felt attacked.
Secondly, to all the forumers scratching their heads, I extend my heartfelt apologies to you. You all are the family and friends of my paranormal world and I can share with you things I cant with the outside world. I value all of you (including you ninjagirl) highly.
I've meditated on this and here's the conclusion I've come to. Ninjalovergirl, I see a young, intelligent woman who's coming into some abilities with strong emotions attached. As a result, you're all over the place. A lot of us have been there before. Some of us may have forgotten what it's like to be hit with these feelings left right and center and not know what to do with them. I understand, I honestly do.
Here's my proposal for youninjalovergirl: let's ask magnolia to expedite a blog for you. My hb works nights starting tomorrow for six nights. I'm in the UK so I'm 5-8 hours ahead of you if you're in the us. I will dedicate my next six nights to you. Write in your blog. I will be there to listen, offer hints and tips on shielding, or just general chit chat. It's up to you. Say whatever you want, I'll be your sounding board. Maybe if we work through some issues you can find peace. If that is not private enough, maybe we can use the chat here? I'll hijack my kids computer.
You are family, even if we may not see eye to eye on everything. I'm here for you and my offer is genuine.
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