Oh wow, it had to feel pretty good to write this. I would like to send folks like Barry to hell, and you did it! I really liked this!

Author's Response: Well, as often as they like to send everyone else to hell, I thought it was only fair to return the favor. Thank you so much, redvelvetcanopy! I'm so glad you liked it!
~Lisa

I love this piece. I have to say that I am quite thankful Zeus hasn't had his way with us--yet, anyway. I often wonder about the difference between loneliness and solitude. I rarely feel lonely when I am alone. Rather, I feel the peace of solitude and quiet. I think, however, that frustration comes not so much from being alone, but rather needing something from someone. Personally, I feel worse when I am with someone and not getting what I need. That is the absolute worse feeling of anguish and loneliness that I know of. Anyway, sorry to go on and on!

Author's Response: A review! Thank you so much for reading my story and reviewing! Now I'm not alone anymore! :) But, seriously, I agree with your take on solitude and loneliness. I feel so much worse being "alone" with someone than being alone with my books and thoughts. It's a horrible feeling when the person you're with has no idea what's going on inside you, and vice versa. Still, at least we're not alone in this feeling of isolation. There's something comforting in the knowledge that even all those years ago the ancient Greeks recognized this feeling.