Dear Ravi:

I think you have an excellent point, a possible solution to this paradoxical/ catch-22 situation: shift her perception of the relationship from that of a sis/ bro NOT to a girlfriend/boyfriend relationship (that is unthinkable for her, of course) but to another kind of non-sexual relationship, one where she would feel safe in it being absolutely not sexual in any way, shape or form. No words to that affect, no suggestions, etc.

So not sis/ bro but something else that is as … admirable, “clean”, “pure” etc.

Again, in that email, even though you know the sister will read it, don’t refer to her sister.

After you talk to your friend and when you are ready, draw the first draft, I am almost ready for it. Any thoughts before the first draft, I welcome those as well.

anita