So I’m in a little better place to think this through today. As is the case for anyone, I bring my own not always entirely open and accepting perspective to this. I’m still fighting this, but I know that means I’m resisting things I’d be better off accepting and working with, or the resistance is wheel spinning when I might be able to affect some change. You know, take responsibility for stuff I didn’t cause or ask for.

Even now I want to argue, like there’s a healthy alternative to taking responsibility. Change the things I can, accept the things I can’t change, and take heed of the difference. I say “take heed” because I damned well know the difference.

Thanks again.

Oh, and Anita, yes, I’d like to be desired for my body. I can’t lie about that. I wonder if those who have that experience really know what it’s like not to. And likewise, those of us who aren’t lusted after probably fail to see the downside. I’d take my chances, though. And I’m sure my sex makes a difference. There’s really little disadvantage to being a really attractive man.

Take care.