Dear Joanna:

I hope that your mother’s bowel cancer did not spread, that her operation will be successful and that she will experience full recovery from cancer.

It’s a good thing that you are no longer living with this man, that you are totally moved out, with your dog unharmed. I am glad to read that the police is checking his background, and I hope that you continue to take all reasonable precautions when it comes to protecting yourself and your family from this man. It’s reassuring that his ex-girlfriend is still alive and well, and so is his ex-wife (?)… so there is no evidence yet that he is violent. If the police finds nothing on his record, chances are that he is .. weird but not dangerous. I hope to read from you again, anytime you’d like to express yourself, vent and get my (and hopefully other members’) input.

anita