Dear Harry,
I don't get onto VR much these days but I always look for you. You're like this rock, you see. You are always so dependable. This latest news sucks, Harry. Just sucks.
So, hey. I have an idea. Do you see that little girl in your avatar? The one who loves her uncle like no other?? The one you've told us about for years, who just brightens your life and makes your day? Well, I bet that if she knew how much you needed some cheering up right now she'd be jumping at the chance to help out. That precious ball of energy and love needs her uncle. You know this is true. And, her uncle needs her right about now. I bet if you told her you were sad and afraid she would sit there so sympathetically and tell you stories about when she is sad and scared. It could help, Harry. You should try. Children have amazing capacity for comfort and understanding -- sometimes so much truer than adults. We are trying!! But I bet she's the one who holds the key to success here.
Keep up those studies as best you can!! We're very proud of your efforts in this positive direction.
Thinking of you and sending big hugs!
Marguerite