The discussion on this thread has been heartwarming. Tis a grand thing indeed to folk-up, 'fess-up, and keep on lovin' and livin'. After all, who are we but mere mortals just passing thru time.

Just in case it needs saying, i'm not trying to be clever with "folk-up". I don't really see an error or goof that would qualify as what might seem an obvious metaphor. I see thoughtful, sensitive people having a thoughtful andsensitive conversation around the hearth. It's the way we all learn and love.