Dianne, I agree with all the other women. Perhaps she was unaware, especially if it's learned behavior from your dad. She's probably doing what she learned and didn't realize how wrong it is. I think she's mulling it over and hopefully considering why she acts that way and what she can do to change.

I'd drop her an email just to touch base if yo unormally would.

How inspirational that they would come from France to do the NY Marathon. I was speaking with a woman last night who walks marathons. She is single and travels around the country doing this. It's become one of her midlife/ hobbies/passions. I love to walk. I could see it becoming one of my passions. She's going to email me some sites and more information so I can check it out and get involved locally.

Did you watch the runners. Wasn't it remarkable? I witnessed the Philly Marathon a few weekends ago and my eyes were dripping. It was so cool.