Is that right? Did you really say that?

Yes @Loobylou, you must avoid them. They are not a right companion for this part of your life. They may be later but for now you must put them aside. We don't all have empathy. I have one dear dear friend who doesn't posess a great deal at all. I steered clear of her during active treatment. She didn't mean to upset or offend me, and I did not want to lose her friendship. So for the duration I think I saw her twice. Easier and healthier for us both. K xox