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[queenofkur]

Sender: Ereshkigal
To: Everyone
Subject:

[ There is a strange phenomenon happening with this text entry, what with the header appearing twice. That's because Ereshkigal browsed past entries and figured that she had to write the header herself if she wants to be "Anonymous!" Alas, she is completely unaware her name is in the true sender field for everyone to see. ]

Sender: ANONYMOUS
To: Everyone
Subject: Social Skills

Hello (* ^ ω ^)

Much as I would like to begin by formally introducing myself, I am afraid a most pressing matter led me to pick the quill and put ink on this page. I need assistance with a truly difficult task: engaging in social interactions! (;;;*_*)

I cannot say much lest it reveals my identity, but my line of work is a solitary one that has caused me to become somewhat lacking in what people call "social skills." As such, I believe myself to not be what any sane soul would consider "pleasant" company. Someone as gloomy and evil as myself does not fall under the common conception of a "good person," I am afraid. (｡•́︿•̀｡)

Yet, I very much desire to make friend with as many of you as possible. Unfortunately, mine is a position of such importance, it would be unseemly to openly ask for help when I am supposed to figure out such thing on my own. This is the reason behind this anonymous entry. I realize the suspense behind my identity may be somewhat difficult to bear, and I apologize for any anxiety this might cause you. ｡ﾟ･（>﹏<）･ﾟ｡

I humbly ask that you share with me what wisdom you may have regarding social interactions, so that I may improve and become worthy of friendship and companionship. While I believe this to be a tall order, I shall perpetually strive to improve! Any and all advice are very much welcome. (´｡• ω •｡`)

Thank you for your time. (o^▽^o)

Comments

[queenofkur]

Mhm...

You make a good point. But I cannot reveal myself on this journal where all can see! We need to find a meeting place where none else will go. (＃＞＜)

[holdshisown]

I have been known to have my moments of wisdom. Is there any place you would feel more comfortable meeting up then? It would probably be for the best if it were somewhere that put you at ease so as to minimize stress as much as possible.

[queenofkur]

Somewhere with very few people around. ヽ(ー_ー )ノ

Do you know of any such places?

[holdshisown]

Perhaps outside of town, then? That is the only place I can think of, since I'm not too familiar with this place.

[queenofkur]

I shall trust your opinion on the matter. We can reconvene somewhere outside from where we can see a big landmark.

[holdshisown]

Should we meet now or at a later date?

[queenofkur]

[ Oh no, he made the fatal mistake of giving what you should never give to an introvert: a way out. ]

At a later date, perhaps. This way I can mentally prepare.

[holdshisown]

[Perhaps, but he's still going to set up some kind of time frame for their meeting. So it's not as much of a way out as it could be.]

How about a week from now? It gives you time to steel yourself without being so long that you will start to worry and stress instead.

It also gives me some time to find a suitable place.

[queenofkur]

A week is perfect.

I promise to be there and in totally fine condition!

[holdshisown]

I will see you then, my friend.

Just try to keep in mind that you are new to this, so you should not be too hard on yourself while you are learning. One does not expect someone to run before they've learned to walk, yes? Why should social interactions be viewed so very differentlty?

[queenofkur]

You are absolutely correct (^_^)

But I am a goddess. I was able to walk the very moment I came into existence! I guess I am expecting to know such things naturally...

[holdshisown]

I'll look forward to it.

I can see how that would make things a bit harder for you. Learning things gradualy must feel very unnatural to you if you've never had to do it before.