Amos... Ho well I agree with you. I guess in my own words I would say that some people could take *anything* too seriously --to their own detriment.

LH: I know that you are one of those people who gives Hes an enormous amount of support (even when she is in the irrational grips of the allergies!)You've been generosity itself. I know how much you care about her.

Your response to this thread was quite revealing about your own struggles to free your wonderful talent and music into the world.

I was trying to paint a funny and wry picture of all of us in a cartoon-type setting and "exaggerating for effect", when I talked about Hes becoming famous.

What I meant was: we, who support those who are more vulnerable than ourselves, play a part in their achievement of their dreams, and therefore "own" part of the reality of that manifested dream. We are in it together, even though the "Dreamer" does the real creative work, we are a team that supports that creation, and in a way are "Creating together".

I'm often reminded of Frodo bent to the ground by the weight of the Ring as he carries out the responsibility and the limitations it has thrust upon him. Then Sam, who loves him, picks up Frodo, Ring and all, and carries him. And is surprised at how light a burden he is.

MMario, Ianfe, Amos, Amergin... thanks for responding with such warmth and enthusiasm.

Amos... I have just finished weeping joyously over the thread that inspired your rather... rash... statement to LH. LOL. I'm glad you got a chance to retract before the bomb fell on you!

I was thinking these "Investment Certificates" could be purchased by Hes's friends to help cover the costs of her education and living expenses.

I have $95 Canadian left in my bank account, Hes. Once you get your Student loans together, it's yours. Personally I would co-sign for a loan for you, but I don't have the kind of steady income-type job that would satisfy a bank manager either. (Unless they would take two fairly good computers as collateral... ) ;`)

Good luck! (and to Amergin, too!)

~ Jande