Thanks, B&B. It appears we may never agree on this; but I do understand how what this author said as was further explained by Ellenpoly has colored your thinking. For some reason I am reminded of the verse from the song, "I'm A Drifter". I suppose it might partially illustrate your point of view.

I've made love in your city
To the poor and the pretty
Thought I was clever and smart
But I've ended up lonely
With nothing but only
A song and a half of a heart.


Maybe I'll sing it for you sometime.