Oh ho! I had forgotten to log into this thread. Nepe ji, I am learning, I am learning...different writing crafts. But thank you for your endearing comments and for taking the time. You are very meticulous in your observations. Girlu; I can simply say "Thank You!" for getting into this child's tormented mind during the length of this story. A pleasure to see you again. Wateva; Thanks! And, if you didn't already know, one usually submits the final edited version to a class/professor/publication and/or formal reading.