Wow, thanks, Aqua... I decided when I overcame my own phobia that it was important to talk about it when the opportunity arose, because one of the worst parts of the experience was the feeling that I was completely alone in what I was feeling. Didn't even have a name for the fear for years... Knowing that there were other people out there with the same feelings was one of the things that helped me get beyond the terror.

And now, to make this even more of a saccharine Hallmark moment, I just want to say that all of you people here at Pixies' have helped me to come out of my shell in ways that you can't even begin to imagine --- and I'm not just talking about stripping off my clothing, although that's part of it. So I want to thank each and every one of you for being the funny, warm, and supportive people you are!

Group-grope for everyone!!!

--- sweetstuff

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